Cette auteure explore les imperfections de la vie et la beauté de la spontanéité, rejetant les idéaux polis au profit de l'authenticité et de l'imprévisibilité. Son écriture, façonnée par des années dans l'enseignement et un amour profond pour la littérature, explore l'expérience humaine avec une voix d'une franchise rafraîchissante. Elle crée des histoires à la fois profondément relatables et absolument captivantes, souvent ancrées dans la chaleur du foyer et le réconfort de la compagnie animale. Son style narratif est authentique et résonnant, s'adressant aux lecteurs qui apprécient les récits honnêtes.
"Now that Hallie Simon is in her second year at Dowling Academy, she can finally move on from her crazy first year, when she learned that she has gifts people only dreamed of, and that her path isn't as straightforward as she thought. It's her turn for a new year, a new start, and best of all, a new roommate, which means good-bye to the awful Kendall Scott."--Page 4 of cover.
Find your Strengths, Improve Your Weaknesses, And Reveal Your True Personality
Explore the Enneagram as a powerful tool for self-discovery and personal growth. This book delves into the nine distinct personality types, offering insights into their motivations, fears, and behaviors. Readers will learn how to identify their own type and understand the dynamics of their relationships with others. Through practical exercises and reflective prompts, it encourages deep introspection and provides guidance for transforming negative patterns into positive change, ultimately leading to a more authentic and fulfilling life.
A young Black boy reflects on the natural ups and downs of his emotions. One gloomy day, he canâ (TM)t shake his blues. Turning to his grandma for help leads him to discover that happiness is easier to find when he stops looking.
Sarah Burke is just about perfect. She has killer blue eyes, gorgeous blonde hair and impeccable school grades. She has just one tiny flaw - her nose! But even that's not so bad as Sarah has the bestest friend and big goals for print journalism fame. On the first day of senior year, Rock Conway walks into Sarah's journalism class and rocks her world. The problem is, her best friend, Kristen, falls for him too, and when Rock and Kristen stand together, it's like Barbie and Ken come to life. So when Kristen begs Sarah to help her attract Rock, Sarah does the only thing a best friend can do - she agrees. What was she thinking? This retelling of Cyrano de Bergerac is a sweet and witty romance that gently reminds us that we should all embrace our flaws.
Set in a magical boarding school, the story follows a young witch who uncovers extraordinary powers. As she navigates her new environment, she faces a difficult choice that tests her abilities and beliefs. The narrative explores themes of self-discovery, the complexities of friendship, and the responsibilities that come with newfound powers, making it a captivating journey of growth and decision-making.
Visually captivating, this poetry book intertwines stunning photography with evocative verse, immersing readers in the beauty of nature. It showcases the vibrant wildlife of South Florida, featuring close-ups of butterflies, birds, and flowers, alongside majestic land animals like the Florida Panther. Each page invites a sensory exploration of the natural world, making it a unique blend of art and poetry that celebrates the richness of the environment.
The Battle of Britain is widely considered to be Britain’s finest hour. The ‘Few’ who so bravely fought to save the nation will not be forgotten, nor will they be around forever to recount the heroism of the summer of 1940 first-hand. In contrast, the number of restored and preserved aircraft in our museums and skies is at an all-time high. Authentic warbirds have never been better cared for and formations of 15 or more Spitfires and half a dozen Hurricanes are not unheard of at UK air shows. It is now left to the sights and sounds of these surviving aircraft to remind us of the sacrifices, daring and bravery of those who saved Britain from imminent invasion in 1940.This book features a brief history of all the front-line RAF fighter aircraft that were involved in the famous battle and explores some of the major training and support aeroplanes that contributed to the iconic events. The story is told using over 160 photographs of surviving and restored aircraft in the air, on the ground and in unique formations together.
Tony Chapman is still alive and happy to help with publicityRare first hand memoir of life working on Motor Gun BoatsAuthor saw some amazing action and endured some extraordinary difficulties during the WarWritten in an accessible and entertaining manner
Minneapolis-based poet and playwright Ty Chapman's child's-eye view of a protest provides an entre for children to learn and talk about racial injustice and the importance of community.
Sarah má před sebou poslední ročník střední školy. A i když je trochu knihomol a chce se dostat na prestižní univerzitu, aby mohla studovat žurnalistiku, doufá, že by třeba mohla potkat také svou první velkou lásku. A pak přijde do třídy Rock Conway, a jako by se sny staly skutečností. Ovšem má to dvě drobné vady na kráse. Jednou z nich je její neúměrně velký a nepřehlédnutelný nos a druhou fakt, že se do Rocka zamiluje také její nejlepší kamarádka – bezchybná Kristen. Sarah se tak stává novodobým Cyranem.
