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“In a series of exquisitely presented snapshots, a young teen struggles to cope with the aftermath of her mother’s suicide.... Stunningly beautiful.” (Kirkus Reviews, Starred)

Piper Reed and her fellow Gypsy Club members are in need of a clubhouse. Raising money to buy one proves a challenge. Piper, being the resourceful fifth grader that she is, launches her own party-planning business and gets her first job throwing young Brady's birthday celebration. But things don't go as expected on the day of the big event. Fortunately for Piper, her friends and family come to her rescue!

Piper's dad - the Navy Chief - might be gone again, but Piper's got plenty to keep her busy at home: new neighbors, a spaceship beach house, a trip to New Orleans, and most important, the upcoming Gypsy Club pet show. Piper is determined to win, but teaching tricks to her dog seems nearly impossible. Bruna is simply unteachable! Or is she? Join Piper as she embarks on new and exciting adventures!

It's not easy being the middle child, especially when your dad is a Navy chief. Meet Piper Reed, a spunky nine-year-old who has moved more times than she can count on one hand. From Texas to Guam, wherever Piper goes, adventure follows, inspired by her active imagination, free-wheeling spirit, and a bit of sister magic.

Nothing ever happens in Toby's small Texas town. Nothing much until this summer that's full of big changes. It's tough for Toby when his mother leaves home to become a country singer. And Toby takes it hard when his best friend Cal's older brother goes off to fight in Vietnam. But now their sleepy town is about to get an even bigger jolt with the arrival of Zachary Beaver, billed as the fattest boy in the world. Toby is in for a summer unlike any other, a summer sure to change his life.

In her people-smart way, Kimberly Willis Holt introduces us to a Louisiana family: touching, lyrical, and always intriguing, their stories reveal the powerful connections between four generations. The journey begins in 1939 with Rose, who moves with her mother and siblings from rural Texas to live with their estranged grandfather in the Louisiana bayou.

Whenever her feelings get the best of her, Jaynell Lambert climbs into an old junker in Clifton Bailey’s Automobile Salvage and Parts and pretends to drive away. It’s the summer of 1968, and within a year, the dirt road in front of her house will be paved, Grandpap will move in, and men will walk on the moon. It’s enough to make anyone wonder. But for now, Jaynell, her sister, Racine, and their parents live with dust and potholes, dreaming of their lives turning into something grand.

Amos Kincaid is the son of a dowser a person gifted in knowing how to find water deep in the ground. As a young person, Amos doesnt reveal his gift to others; hes not sure he wants the burden. But through his experiences growing up and crossing the Oregon Trail, Amos learns about lifes harsh realities, especially the pain in losing loved ones. As he cares for those around him, Amos comes to accept his dowsing fate.

Discussing the Word

Are you a fan of poetry? Do you enjoy poems that have deeper meaning, poems written to make you laugh, or even poems that were just randomly thought up in the shower? If so, this is the book for you! From the author of The Storyteller’s Diary, the beloved collection of short stories by J. Edwards Holt, comes The Reason for Rhyming— a book of poems with many of the same mystical and heart-warming elements.

As you pour your energy and resources into raising a special child, it's easy to struggle with feelings of isolation, competition, guilt, and overwhelm. Here's the encouragement and practical help to navigate the emotional reality of your situation. In The Other Side of Special, three mothers raising children with physical, medical, mental, and emotional special needs have joined forces and pooled their experience and expertise to provide such a resource. They take a deep dive into the most common emotions felt by special needs moms.

Decades after the Vietnam War and Toby’s life-changing summer with Zachary Beaver, Toby’s daughter, Rylee, is at a crossroads - her best friend, Twig, has started pushing her away just as Ben, a new kid from New York, settles into their small town of Antler. Rylee befriends Ben and learns that Ben’s father was a first responder on 9/11. The two unlikely friends soon embark on a project to find Zachary Beaver and hopefully reconnect him with Rylee's father almost 30 years later.

Three cricket badgers sharing their love of the English County Cricket. Sharing opinions, insight, and analysis. For the love of the red ball game!

Bei einem Spaziergang mit ihrem Hund stößt die junge und erfolgreiche Osloer Wirtschaftsanwältin Karen Borg auf die übel misshandelte Leiche eines Mannes. Wenig später wird in der Stadt ein desorientierter niederländischer Student in blutbesudelter Kleidung aufgegriffen. Die aufstrebende Kommissarin Hanne Wilhelmsen und ihr Kollege Håkon Sand gehen von einem Zusammenhang aus und sehen Verbindungen ins Drogenmilieu. Doch der junge Niederländer schweigt, verweigert sogar panisch einen Anwalt.

Do you feel like not everyone means what they say? Are you sometimes suspicious that people are always hiding something from you? Are you tired of always being told what to do and never being in control? The human mind is both a weapon and a target. It’s no secret that there are people out there who can simply read what you’re thinking based on your facial expressions and posture. There are also people who can influence your thoughts without you even knowing, causing you to indirectly do whatever they want you to.

Envision yourself harnessing the power of dark psychology, understanding the strategies employed by master manipulators throughout history, and using this knowledge to positively shape outcomes in your favor.

Puma Wade learned early on that you can't count on a soul in this world. Everyone who has ever loved her has either abandoned her or let her down. The walls around her heart were there to protect her from getting hurt again, but when she meets a smart-mouthed club owner, things take an unexpected turn.

The world of dark psychology holds the key to unraveling the mysteries of human behavior and acquiring the power to shape others' thoughts and actions. However, it can be overwhelming to navigate the vast array of techniques and concepts associated with this intriguing field. Dark Psychology Unleashed is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of human manipulation!

This comprehensive guide combines the wisdom of two powerful audiobooks to equip you with a holistic understanding of human behavior, nonverbal communication, and the art of influence. Unleash the full potential of your interpersonal skills and gain an unparalleled advantage in decoding, analyzing, and positively influencing the people around you—there’ll be nothing you can’t do!

The Definitive Guide to Unraveling the World of Nonverbal Communication!