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Sarah Ponakey, Storycatcher, and Wâpos's Friendship Garden
Sarah Ponakey continuing to learn more about her Cree culture and language with the help of the people--and magical animals--around her in the third and final book in the series.
Spring break has finally arrived, and Sarah Ponakey is so happy that her kôhkom has come to stay with her while her mom is away on a work trip. Sarah will have Kôhkom all to herself! Or will she? Sarah has made a special map to show Kôhkom her favorite places in the city, but her plans keep getting interrupted--by an old friend of Kôhkom's, an invitation to a language luncheon, and way more time with new people than Sarah was hoping for. Sarah can't help but be frustrated that nothing is going her way. But when a mysterious little rabbit shows up at the community garden, Sarah starts to realize she has a lot to learn about the importance of patience and how to be a good friend.
Featuring Cree words throughout the story, a glossary, and an author's note, like the first two stories in the Sarah Ponakey, Storycatcher series, Wâposos's Friendship Garden is a heartfelt celebration of family, friendship, and culture.
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Always a Catch! 06: How I Punched My Way Into Marrying a Prince
A zany romantic comedy starring a duke's daughter, who's more of a fighter than a lady, and a prince who's totally into that! Maria's betrothed, Prince Renato, managed to survive meeting the family at the Annovazzi estate. However, one trial invites another...because delegates from the neighboring Sandelz Empire have arrived, so now the engaged pair must turn their attention to foreign diplomacy! Officially, the prince of Sandelz and his retinue have descended to celebrate Prince Renato and Maria's engagement. But when the empire they hail from has a history of conquest and internal strife, no one in Rubini can afford to relax! And then there's the fact that the prince's younger sister, Princess Ancelline, once wanted to marry Renato... It's going to take all of Maria's training to navigate these international waters! -
Community, Third Edition: The Structure of Belonging
This updated bestseller shows leaders how to transform fragmentation into authentic community with new workplace applications and proven strategies for today's divided world. With increasing violence, widening ideological divides, and growing economic inequality, a deeper sense of community is desperately needed. Yet typical ways of engaging people civically and organizationally remain unchanged. In Community, Peter Block explores how authentic community can emerge from fragmentation and offers practical steps to foster transformation. This updated third edition draws on decades of implementing Block's ideas and includes the following:- New stories and examples demonstrating community building as a more powerful approach to social problems than traditional policies and programs
- Expanded resources and a discussion guide designed for classroom and training program use
- A new closing chapter covering broader implications of the book's ideas for organizational transformation
- Fresh content exploring the creative economy's relationship to belonging and social capital's role in authentic engagement
- Updated examples showing how community principles apply to today's workplace and virtual world challenges
From neighborhood councils transforming local engagement to organizations shifting from competitive to cooperative cultures, Block demonstrates how simple positive change can be once we decide it's essential. Whether readers are community leaders, organizational consultants, or concerned citizens, this book provides the framework and tools to move from fragmentation to connection, from isolation to belonging. -
Pleasure, Please!: The Black Woman's Guide to Unapologetic Pleasure and Confidence
A fun, exciting, and informative guide to sexual health, wellness, and pleasure for women of color
In Pleasure, Please! The Black Woman's Guide to Unapologetic Pleasure and Confidence, certified sex educator Ashley Cobb delivers a comprehensive and empowering new exploration of sexual wellness for women of color (and especially Black women). Cobb draws on her extensive experience and expertise in women's health, sexuality, and activism to walk you through everything from individual empowerment to effective ways to confront and overcome the barriers and stigma that Black women face.
You'll discover expert advice interwoven with real stories from real women who have been in your shoes and dealt with the same issues you deal with every day. You'll also find answers to the questions women most frequently ask the author to answer, as well as crystal-clear, informative guidance you can apply in your own life and relationships to help you make your life better now.
Pleasure, Please! also includes:
- Tips and advice on self-love, body positivity, and improving your sense of sexual agency
- Techniques for pleasure and self-exploration to help you enhance your sexual pleasure and explore what you desire - and how to best satisfy those desires
- Specific guidance for navigating the unique sexual health and pleasure challenges that Black women often face
Perfect for all women of color who want to improve their sexual health and get more fulfilment, enjoyment, and pleasure from their bodies, Pleasure, Please! is also an essential read for the partners of those women who want to help and support their partners' sex education and body positivity.
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Something about Her: Two Heartfelt Romance Stories (Original)
Two uplifting romances from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber that will make you believe in love!
Heartsong
After experiencing a personal loss, Skye Garvin has rebuilt her life around teaching, music and helping others. Her playful, generous spirit brings sunshine to the hospital where she volunteers. But the unexpected arrival of patient Jordan Kiley catches her completely off guard! His grumpy refusal to accept help challenges her compassion even as his piercing gray eyes and commanding presence threaten her heart. But Jordan holds secrets that could shatter her trust forever. Is Skye ready to risk everything for a second chance at love?
Love Thy Neighbor
For weeks, Lesley Brown had been counting down the days, curious and excited about the arrival of her new neighbor. With their duplex being the only house for miles, she couldn't help but hope the new tenant would be a friend. But when she met Cole Daniels, hope turned into something far more complicated.
Cole was everything she didn't expect--sharp-tongued, standoffish, infuriatingly cryptic. And yet, there was something about him that Lesley couldn't ignore. Maybe it was the way he came to her rescue, then frustratingly shut her out again. Or maybe it was the secrets he so carefully guarded, secrets that practically begged to be unraveled.
Was Cole running from something, or simply keeping the world--and Lesley--at arm's length? As their lives became increasingly tangled, she began to wonder...would the truth bring them closer, or drive an unsurmountable wedge between them?
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Cameron's Garden of Hope
Cameron loves spending time in the kitchen with his grandma, but he soon realizes that fresh fruits and vegetables are hard to find in his neighborhood.
When Grandma shares stories about how their ancestors grew their own food and cared for the Earth, Cameron is inspired to make a change. With determination and the support of his family, friends, and neighbors, he transforms an empty lot into a vibrant, thriving community garden.
This uplifting story celebrates the power of teamwork, cultural heritage, and environmental stewardship, inspiring young readers to take action, nurture their communities, and grow something meaningful--one seed at a time.
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Jaheem's First Juneteenth
Juneteenth is a remembrance and a celebration of African American freedom.
In this informative and accessible guide, Jaheem learns why Juneteenth is important and its role in US history and is inspired to celebrate with his family and community.
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Ethiopian Bible In English Complete [Large Print]: A Historical and Canonical Guide to the 88 Books of the Orthodox Church
⚠️ PLEASE NOTE: This book is not a direct English translation of the full Ethiopian Bible.
Instead, it is a comprehensive guide and historical overview of the 88-book canon used by the Ethiopian Orthodox Church - a tradition unlike any other in Christianity.
The Ethiopian Bible is considered the oldest and most complete biblical canon, containing texts not found in the standard 66-book Western Bible. This guide explores the unique books, the reasons behind their inclusion, and the deep spiritual and cultural heritage preserved within this ancient scriptural tradition.
In this book, you'll discover:- What makes the Ethiopian Bible different from all others
- An overview of the 88 books in the canon
- Insights into lost books, apocrypha, and the Church's role in preserving them
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The historical context behind the canon's development
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Lying, Stealing, and Other Ways to Save the Planet
A hilarious YA novel about coming of age in the shadow of climate change, overcoming cynicism, and the power of collaboration from the award-winning author of Dragging Mason County.
Ever since the best story of his career became the worst humiliation of his life, teen reporter John O'Neil has gone rogue. He has turned his nose for news toward blackmailing those responsible, namely Lance McPhee, diabolical heir to the local country club. When John learns that the club plans to expand into a bird conservation area founded by his late grandfather, he begrudgingly joins forces with the school birdwatching club to expose the scandal. And if John ruins Lance's life along the way? He's only killing two birds with one stone.
John races against the clock in a desperate bid at environmental espionage involving forgeries, a car chase, and a high-stakes heist. But it's a race John won't win without former best friend/co-reporter Rachel Miller, who just so happens to want him dead. Can this motley crew flock together long enough for their mission to take flight?
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My Dog: Everything You Need to Know about Owning a New Pet
Find out exactly what your dog needs and wants in the ultimate dog and puppy care book - written by a vet! Packed with expert tips and advice from Jess French - qualified vet, TV presenter and animal lover, this fun and practical dog book for kids will teach you how to take care of a new puppy or dog. Whether you're raising a new pup or welcoming an adult rescue into your family, you'll find everything you need to prepare for day one and beyond. From creating a comfortable, cozy space and fun bonding activities to essential dog training and health tips, you'll learn how to make your new best friend feel safe and loved as they live a happy and healthy life. Inside, you'll discover:- Clear, expert vet advice on understanding dog behavior and body language.
- Step-by-step care tips for feeding, grooming, and looking after your dog or puppy.
- Simple tricks and techniques for dog training and development.
- Fun games and activities to build a strong bond with your canine friend.
- Playful photography and adorable illustrations capturing the magic of dog ownership.
My Dog teaches kids everything they need to know to become confident and responsible dog owners. It makes learning responsibility fun and engaging, right from the start! -
We're Having Much More Fun: Punk Archives for the Present from Cbgb to Gilman and Beyond
In We're Having Much More Fun Judith A. Peraino and Tom McEnaney celebrate the ways punks have built and documented their own misfit collectives since the mid-1970s, assembling alternative worlds of riotous music, art, fashion, and writing. This book ranges across the United States and over multiple generations, highlighting the diverse people who make punk happen. Over four hundred color images of rare flyers, photos, zines, letters, and more showcase the creative and political energy that has fueled punk from the start. New interviews and essays featuring Aaron Cometbus, Anna Joy Springer (Blatz, Gr'ups, and Cypher in the Snow), Fayette Hauser (on Tomata du Plenty), Ian MacKaye (Dischord Records and Fugazi), Jayne County, KK Barrett and Tommy Gear (the Screamers), Martín Sorrondeguy (Los Crudos and Limp Wrist), Orlando Xavier (Special Forces and United Blood), Sylvia Reed (on Anya Phillips), and Victoria Ruiz (Downtown Boys)--as well as captions by additional artists, photographers, and fans--tell the stories behind the images, music, and scenes. Every page is an invitation from punk's past and present to build your own future.
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Kindness Project
Ms. Skye thinks kids can change the world with a Kindness Project. Nicolette wants to but how can she when Layla treats her like she's invisible and DJ picks on everything she says? Leaf thinks Nicolette can be a superhero. So maybe if they work together they just might do it. A heartwarming story about four kids who overcome their differences and take on the world. -
You Are Good, You Are Enough: Free Yourself from the Trap of Doubt and Return to Basic Goodness
Is your inner critic running your life? Buddhist meditation teacher Lodro Rinzler shares down-to-earth wisdom to help you overcome self-doubt and find your authentic voice. With 5 guided meditation, and 15 "on-the-spot" exercises What if the part of you that feels broken, not-enough, or unworthy has been wrong all along? In this timely and compassionate book, meditation teacher and bestselling author Lodro Rinzler offers a radical reminder: underneath all the self-doubt, judgment, and noise of modern life, you are already whole. You are basically good. Drawing from decades of Buddhist practice, teaching, and real-world stories, Rinzler shows how we can reconnect with our innate sense of worthiness and extend that recognition outward--to friends and family, strangers on the street, and even society itself. Through down-to-earth teachings, personal reflections, and simple on-the-go practices, You Are Good, You Are Enough guides readers to:- Recognize and trust their own basic goodness--especially when life feels messy.
- Build resilience in the face of stress and overwhelm.
- Overcome the trap of doubt that weighs you down.
- Reclaim childlike wonder and compassion as powerful tools for living.
- See goodness not only in themselves but in everyone and everything around them.
Whether you're new to meditation or a longtime practitioner, this book delivers a message we all need to hear: you aren't basically a mess. -
Boy with Video Game Powers: Book 5, Game Over
Book 5 in the bestselling, action-packed The Boy with Video Game Powers series!
Whether he likes it or not, Milo Garrett wears the Glitch Ring, a magical item that gives him video game powers in real life! With these incredible abilities, Milo must stand as the Champion, a brave hero tasked with stopping evil forces that are spawning into the real world from an alternate reality known as the Gameverse.
After rebooting the Gameverse, Milo faces his greatest challenge yet. Every enemy he's ever defeated is back-and this time they're teaming up to conquer his world! But that's not his only problem because his mom is dangerously close to discovering his secret identity, and someone he trusts may not be on his side. With danger closing in from all directions, can Milo save the real world-or will it be game over?
Kids 8-12, reluctant readers, and adults will love joining Milo on his quest to level up from gamer to real-life hero. With non-stop action and laugh-out-loud humor, this fun series from bestselling author R.L. Ullman unlocks an incredible reward-it gets kids to put down their screens and pick up a book!
Order your copy today!
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Dragon Quest: The Mark of Erdrick 03
Adventure draws near! Join Prince Arus in his fight against Lord Imagine one hundred years after the events of the iconic Dragon Quest III video game! Legends of the past come back to haunt Arus and his companions as they journey to Carmen. Deathlord Gorgona's unholy ritual brings Archfiend Baramos, once slain by the hero known as Erdrick, back from the dead. The party takes on the Bones of Baramos, but Deathlord Gorgona pulls Arus to the realm of the dead to suck out his life force. Luckily for the prince, slain Carmen soldiers rush to his defense! Continuing toward Theddon, the party must traverse the cavernous dungeon known as the Maw of the Necrogond, where they find the "legendary gadabout" Poron, who seems to carry a secret... -
Water You're Swimming in
Noah is used to being a straight-A student, swim champ and all-around easy kid.
But things haven't been the same since Noah's older brother Jamie ran away to Halifax, leaving only a note behind. His parents spend every free second on the phone or driving to Halifax to try to find Jamie, and Noah is left trying to mask his anxiety and grief by pretending to be the perfect son who does everything right. But inside he feels like crying and gets a knot in his stomach whenever he thinks of Jamie.
Some warmth returns to their home when Grandma Aisling comes to stay, bringing her fiddle and her genius for making chocolate cake with her. At school, funny and kind Alysha joins his class and Noah has a new friend to distract him from his worries. When a swim competition is announced with the grand prize being a trip to Halifax, Noah knows he has to win it so he can go to Halifax himself--and get Jamie back.
The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.