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The one and only Mia Thermopolis is back and ready to reign!
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Meg Cabot's blockbuster series in royal
style--with all-new middle grade editions of the first three books!

Just when Mia thinks she has the whole princess thing under
control, things get out of hand, fast.

First there's an unexpected announcement from her mother.
Then Grandmère arranges a national primetime interview for the brand-new crown
princess of Genovia. On top of that, intriguing, exasperating letters from a
secret admirer begin to arrive.

Soon Mia is swept up in a whirlwind of royal intrigue the
likes of which hasn't been seen since volume I of the Princess Diaries.

Princess in the Spotlight is the second book in the beloved,
bestselling series that inspired the feature film starring Anne Hathaway and
Julie Andrews.

A gorgeous snowy picture book based on the CG-animated TV series - The Adventures of Paddington.

It's snowing in Windsor Gardens and Paddington has lost the woolly hat given to him by Aunt Lucy. Will the brave polar explorers Jonathan, Judy and Paddington be able to find it in the snow? And will they encounter a Yeti along the way?

Revisiting Ethnicity and Culture in US History: Second Edition

This updated and expanded second edition offers a comprehensive exploration of ethnic studies, emphasizing foundational theoretical frameworks like the Four I's of Oppression and Resistance, the study of Identity, and the transformative concept of Critical Hope. Each chapter delves deeply into the histories of Indigenous, Black, Latino, and Asian American communities through these lenses, centering their experiences of resilience, resistance, and agency.

Key features of this edition that differ from the 2022 edition include:

• Integrated Primary Sources: Each chapter incorporates carefully selected primary sources to ground historical study in authentic voices and perspectives.
• Dynamic Learning Tools: Graphic organizers, guided discussion questions, note catchers, and interactive exercises encourage active engagement with the material.
• Community Engagement: The final chapter offers a framework for designing meaningful community projects, connecting historical study to contemporary action.
• Expanded Content: With more detailed analyses and an enriched collection of primary sources, this edition provides deeper insight and context than ever before.

Aligned with major ethnic studies frameworks, this resource is ideal for secondary-level educators, students, and independent learners seeking a rigorous and meaningful study of U.S. history. "Revisiting Ethnicity and Culture in US History" challenges traditional narratives, uplifts historically marginalized voices, and fosters critical reflection, equipping readers to understand the complexities of America's cultural past and present.

This planner can help you record all your important personal and financial information, in case something happens to you. This way, your loved ones will know what to do with all your accounts and possessions, and they can carry out your funeral wishes. It's a helpful tool for anyone who wants to make sure their loved ones are taken care of if the worst happens. So make life easier for those you leave behind and get this planner today. Contents: Personal Information (Personal information, Medical information, Employment information, Adult Family Members info, Child Family Members info, Pets information) Emergency Contacts (Medical Contacts, Professional Contacts, Family & Friend Contacts, Other contacts) Insurance Information (Home Insurance Policy Details, Car Insurance Policy Details, Life Insurance Policy Details, Health Insurance Policy Details) Financial Information (Bank Accounts, Investment Information, Credit Card Information, Other financial information) Usernames & Passwords (Website Log-In Information, Cell Phone Log-In Information, Social Media Accounts Information, Security Questions & Answers, Online File Storage Information, Email Accounts, Other passwords) Final Preparations (My important documents, Funeral Wishes, Arrangement for children/pets, My personal wishes) My Personal Wishes Letters to loved ones

"A dark, delectable, and utterly unique series that readers will want to drown in." --Laura Sebastian, New York Times bestselling author of the Ash Princess series

The start of a fierce fantasy duology about three maidens who are chosen for their land's greatest honor...and one girl determined to save her sister from the grave.

In the walled city-state of Alu, Kammani wants nothing more than to become the accomplished healer her father used to be before her family was cast out of their privileged life in shame.

When Alu's ruler falls deathly ill, Kammani's beautiful little sister, Nanaea, is chosen as one of three sacred maidens to join him in the afterlife. It's an honor. A tradition. And Nanaea believes it is her chance to live an even grander life than the one that was stolen from her.

But Kammani sees the selection for what it really is--a death sentence.

Desperate to save her sister, Kammani schemes her way into the palace to heal the ruler. There she discovers more danger lurking in the sand-stone corridors than she could have ever imagined and that her own life--and heart--are at stake. But Kammani will stop at nothing to dig up the palace's buried secrets even if it means sacrificing everything...including herself.

"A dark and utterly enthralling journey to an ancient land, Gravemaidens grabs you by your beating heart and refuses to let go until the bitter, breathtaking end."--Sarah Glenn Marsh, author of the Reign of the Fallen series

The theorists of art and film commonly depict the modern audience as aesthetically and politically passive. In response, both artists and thinkers have sought to transform the spectator into an active agent and the spectacle into a communal performance.

In this follow-up to the acclaimed The Future of the Image, Rancière takes a radically different approach to this attempted emancipation. First asking exactly what we mean by political art or the politics of art, he goes on to look at what the tradition of critical art, and the desire to insert art into life, has achieved. Has the militant critique of the consumption of images and commodities become, ironically, a sad affirmation of its omnipotence?

When Jamie and Marie Longbow find out about the mysterious ghost dog that steals food from the Powwow and no one has been able to catch, they are determined to find out what's going on. When they finally get closer to it, it runs into the spooky abandoned house - with a buffalo burger dangling from its mouth - where Old Man Jimmerson used to live. Is it really a ghost dog? Should they go in? How are they going to solve this mystery when they are terrified of what might be on the other side of the door?

Adachi and Shimamura are now in their second year of high school. Luckily, they're in the same class this semester, but when Adachi sees Shimamura making friends with their new classmates so quickly, she starts to panic. Feeling left out, she begins distancing herself from Shimamura, who can't help but notice that Adachi's been on her mind a whole lot these days...

When engineering students in Canada are soon to graduate, the solemn "Ritual of the Calling of an Engineer," penned by none other than Rudyard Kipling, charges them with their Obligation to high standards, humility, and ethics. Each budding engineer then receives an Iron Ring to be worn on the small finger of the working hand as a reminder throughout their career.

Through the story of the 1907 Quebec Bridge disaster, in which seventy-six men died, author Dan Levert teaches a powerful object lesson in what can happen when that Obligation is forgotten. Woven from transcripts of the inquiry into the collapse, the report of the commissioners, and other sources including the coroner's inquest, On Cold Iron plays out like a fast-paced thriller. Levert recounts the original 1850s proposals to bridge the St. Lawrence near Quebec City, through the design and construction of what was to be the longest clear span bridge of any kind in the world, to its shocking collapse during construction in August 1907.
The missteps, poor policies, hubris, and wrong-headed actions begin to build like a death by a thousand cuts, until its inevitable and horrifying culmination.

The meticulously researched and deftly delivered story of this terrible historical event makes fascinating reading for anyone, but even more, it is a powerful cautionary tale and a clarion call for the obligation and responsibility of an engineer.

The Perfect Easter Basket Gift: 50 Challenging Connect the Dots Puzzles!

A wonderful Easter activity book for kids.

Features

- 50 fun connect the dots of bunnies, painted eggs, chicks, and other things related to Easter.
- High-quality illustrations!
- Many dot-to-dots have 100+ dots, so this book is both challenging and guaranteed to keep you entertained for hours.

Connecting all the dots will be so much fun. And at the same time, your kid is learning to:

- Count.
- Recognize shapes + what items related to Easter look like.

And, they'll also develop the ability to concentrate, as well as their observational skills. These are great assets in life!

If you like activity books, please also check out our other super fun books for kids.

To get this 'Connect the Dots' book, scroll to the top of this page and click the 'Buy' button.

New Orleans claims to be the most haunted place in America, and the Crescent City has the stories to back it up. Louisiana Ghost Stories II: Lagniappe is the second riveting collection from acclaimed author Jesse Wimberly. These ten tales of the macabre are set in and around New Orleans and are guaranteed to frighten and enlighten. Go down to the crossroads on a moonless night and meet Old Scratch. Eavesdrop in Pirate's Alley when Jean Lafitte reveals the location of his hidden treasure. Venture into the asylum or the heart of Mardi Gras as Inspector Sterling investigates brutal murders in the city. Get lost with two brothers on a flatboat in the swamp when they meet The Mossgatherer. Rooted in actual events that have taken place over the years, these stories of the supernatural and occult will keep you on the edge of your seat. Whether you believe in ghosts or not, this collection will challenge even the bravest of readers.

Teachers and parents have backed off from discipline. They have been told to avoid consequences, avoid the word "no," and not to put children in time-outs. It is no coincidence that when adults become unassertive, children often become rude, violent and disrespectful. Children need proper discipline and they aren't getting it.

Effective Discipline the Montessori Way, a book for educators and parents, explains why children are not getting the guidance and correction that they need. The book makes the case that the correct discipline practices are based on the educational principles advocated by Maria Montessori.

Do you want to trigger toe-curling pleasure with a simple phrase? Or elicit a body-trembling gasp with a not-so-innocent question? Then you need to keep reading...

Every sex expert will tell you this: to truly become a master of the bedroom, you must harness the power of dirty talk. Studies have shown that talking during foreplay and intercourse leads to higher sexual satisfaction. It diminishes anxiety, enriches all sensations, and heightens the sexual experience as a whole. When performed with skill, it can even arouse to the point of orgasm. Of course, none of this is any surprise to sex researchers; science has always known that the most powerful sexual organ is, in fact, the brain.

In How to Talk Dirty, you'll discover:

• The surprising reasons why you're bad at dirty talk and how to overcome them RIGHT NOW. (Break down unseen barriers and immediately feel more comfortable letting your dirty-talking prowess shine!)

• How to project powerful sexual confidence that others find irresistible.

• Naughty but highly effective advice from phone-sex professionals.

• Ten steamy roleplay ideas to turn up the heat on your next lovemaking session.

• Thirty extremely sexy questions to arouse absolutely anyone.

• Thirty erotic phrases to INSTANTLY get someone hot and heavy. (Utter tried-and-true phrases that are known to awaken deep sexual desire and take things to the next level!)

And much, much more...

Even if you're a total beginner to dirty talk or you find it extremely embarrassing, the extensive research behind this guide will ensure you relinquish all sexual insecurities, cultivate deeply magnetic sexual appeal, and develop a skin-tingling mastery over highly arousing dirty talk.

By relying on the tools in How to Talk Dirty, you'll quickly gain expertise in erotic language that stimulates the body and mind, and you'll wield sexy confidence that breaks through all feelings of shame, embarrassment, or shyness.

If you want to access these advanced tips and finally transition from an innocent beginner into a dirty-talk master or mistress, then you need to listen to this book!

YOUR Unique Cultural Lens is a guide to help you develop your own cultural competence - your ability to effectively interact, communicate and influence across cultures at home or overseas. It advocates that the most efficient way to do so is by increasing your self-awareness and supports your efforts through the Unique Cultural Lens (UCL) Exercise. Your UCL is your own set of perception filters (biases) accumulated over a lifetime. It reflects the rich ancestral, cultural, educational and experiential heritage you emerged from and informs who you are now. Together, these filters define your authentic self, influence how you perceive and interact with the world, and affect the decisions you make - whether you are consciously aware or not of them.By increasing your own self-awareness, Your Unique Cultural Lens argues you will more effectively be able to create the conditions for better, more inclusive and more productive working environments.

"A true storyteller who keeps you turning the pages." --Cathy Kelly, author of Between Sisters

Every baby's bracelet held a mother's secret...
For almost fifty years, Katie Carroll has kept a box tucked away inside her wardrobe. It dates from her time working as a nurse in a west of Ireland home for unwed mothers in the 1970s. The box contains a notebook holding the details of the babies and young women she met there. It also holds many of the babies' identity bracelets.
Following the death of her husband, Katie makes a decision. The information she possesses could help reunite adopted people with their birth mothers, and she decides to post a message on an Internet forum. Soon the replies are rolling in, and Katie finds herself returning many of the bracelets to their original owners. She encounters success and failure, heartbreak and joy. But is she prepared for old secrets to be uncovered in her own life?span

CELTIC MYTHOLOGY

If you're looking for a beginner's guide on Celtic culture, look no further. While this book focuses on mythology, it will also highlight other essential information about Celtic culture both in the past and present.

Throughout this book, we will discuss Celtic people and the gods, goddesses, creatures, and lore that are most associated with Celtic culture. This book will also tell you about the diverse culture of Celts, where Celtic people originally came from, what makes a person Celtic, and about the Celtic religion beyond just the deities that were so important to the religion.

You will also learn why these myths continue to be important for modern Celts who no longer practice the Celtic religion but still hold onto many of the Celtic traditions, as well as much, much more!