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People who do amazing things in the world - developing a new cancer drug, creating award-winning ads, helping their communities - may seem to have all sorts of advantages. But they don’t have any more hours than the rest of us. Instead, they may be allocating their hours in interesting ways that the rest of us can learn from. In this workshop, time management expert Laura Vanderkam explains about how broadening our perspective on time will help us be more intentional with the hours we have, and shares the simple, practical steps your team can take to start making time work for them.

Co-Active Coaching offers current and aspiring coaches, leaders and managers in organisations and anyone wanting to strengthen interpersonal relationships, a practical, yet transformative communication process called the Co-Active Model. Since its creation by the authors more than 25 years ago, the Co-Active Model and the book have formed the foundation of the authors' six-part coach training program delivered globally to tens of thousands of individuals each year through the authors' training institute, CTI.

Told from four-year-old Laura's point of view, this story begins in 1871 in a little log cabin on the edge of the Big Woods of Wisconsin. Laura lives in the little house with her pa, her ma, her sisters Mary and Carrie, and their trusty dog, Jack. Pioneer life is sometimes hard for the family, since they must grow or catch all their own food as they get ready for the cold winter. But it is also exciting as Laura and her family celebrate Christmas with homemade toys and treats, do the spring planting, bring in the harvest, and make their first trip into town.

From L.A. to rural Ireland, from war-torn Beirut to a windswept Scottish coastline, from the bright lights of the theatre to the dimness of the therapist’s office - these six outstanding and impactful stories seek to explore grief and trauma, new beginnings and hope. The shortlisted stories have all been chosen for 2021's Sunday Times Audible Short Story Award - the world's richest and most prestigious prize for a single short story. Dubbed the 'equivalent of the Man Booker for the short story' by the Sydney Morning Herald, the winner receives £30,000.

Er war ihre erste Liebe, jetzt ist er ihr größter Rivale! Die 23-jährige Elora arbeitet als Köchin in einer Ferienanlage im italienischen Tursi, als sie zu einem Kochwettbewerb nach Rom eingeladen wird. Bei der im TV übertragenen Show kann sie endlich ihr Können unter Beweis stellen. Doch einer ihrer Konkurrenten ist ausgerechnet ihre Jugendliebe Jack, der sie hintergangen und ihr Herz gebrochen hat. Elora möchte Jack bei den Dreharbeiten aus dem Weg gehen, aber sie wohnen nicht nur im gleichen Hotel, sondern sollen auch gemeinsam Werbeveranstaltungen besuchen.

High Society-Wirbelwind trifft auf italienischen Hotelbesitzer! Die Italien-Reise der 23-jährigen New Yorkerin Cleo hat keinen guten Start: Ihr Freund lässt sie sitzen, und am Flughafen wird ihr Koffer vertauscht. Auf der Suche nach dem Gepäck landet sie auf einer kleinen Ferienanlage im charmanten Bergdörfchen Tursi. Nicht so charmant ist jedoch der junge Besitzer der Anlage: Dante Marinotti, ein arroganter Kerl mit zweifelhaftem Ruf. Cleo zögert trotzdem nicht lange, als Dante ihr einen Job anbietet.

Rumors of dragon sightings are stirring up fears based on old stories that depict dragons as bloodthirsty, fire-breathing monsters. To protect his people, the Overking decrees that all dragons must die. Twelve-year-old Eliana knows the truth about dragons. After all, her best friend Winston is one! Fresh off an adventure where she saved her kingdom with her ability to communicate with Winston’s family, she is now excited to hone her skills through her Dragon Speaker apprenticeship.

When Aspen's father finally hands her the keys to the family bakery, she knows it's her time to shine. With her sisters at her side, she remodels and re-themes their little store on Main Street in order to keep the family legacy alive, all while keeping the public ignorant of her father's illness. And she knows just how to kick start the grand re-opening in a big way . . . a review from 'Eat It Austin'.

There is something peculiar about the hour after midnight. It is the time when darkness reigns. And strange things roam the earth. In this dazzling collection of new and original haunted tales, thirteen bestselling and much-loved authors bring this hour to vivid, spine-tingling life. So curl up, light a candle, and wait for the clocks to strike . . .

Hailed as “The Paris Review of BIPOC literature,” Kweli Journal has been a launching pad for many of today’s most celebrated writers. This powerful anthology marks the journal’s 15th anniversary, showcasing 15 unforgettable stories curated by founder Laura Pegram. With a foreword from award-winning author Edwidge Danticat, the narratives included in this vivid anthology explore the devastation of leaving home and the struggle to adapt to reimagined lives, lost loves, distant families, and buried pasts.

Violet Montgomery answers a mail-order bride ad and flees Charleston with her beloved little dog, Daisy, in order to escape her unscrupulous aunt – only to find herself widowed within a month. With nowhere to turn, she accepts her mother-in-law’s invitation to stay in Last Chance. She never imaged her husband's older brother would show up and turn her life upside down.

There are many rules those who wish to live and work behind the mysterious walled gardens of Le Château du Paradis must follow. One must not gossip. One must not leave their room during dusk. And most importantly for the newest gardener, Eloise Bourne, children are forbidden. Although she's locked inside the castle grounds and subjected to strange rules, Eloise's new home enchants her with otherworldly lodging and magical flowers. Best of all, her co-workers—who are also retreating from the world—spark her to heal both body and soul.

Suddenly Maddy is right there… in her very own future. And it’s all wrong, yet again. It happens to her every time. When the kisses lead to the bedroom, just when she thinks she might have found the one… Just for a split second, Maddy disappears, and she finds that she’s living her own life. But ten years into the future. She’s only there for a little while. But each time, it’s long enough to know that she doesn’t want to be any of those future versions of Maddy. Because every man she falls for seems to lead her to a future that is just… wrong. Until she meets Oliver.

After her father dies, Zahra and her family must find a new way to earn their livelihood. Thanks to a goat program run by American missionaries, they receive the gift of two goats! Raising goats will allow them to make and sell milk, cheese, and yogurt. When one of the goats appears to fall ill, Zahra must think fast in order to help her.

Maggie’s in the running to be the next head chef at Michelin-starred Manhattan restaurant, Jean-Sébastien’s. Unfortunately, she’s competing against notoriously arrogant Ethan to prove she’s the best chef for the job. Food critic Emily can make or break a chef’s career. When she visits the restaurant to see what interim head chef, Maggie, has to offer, Emily is having a particularly bad day…

Welcome to The Smart Homebuying Podcast! This is the podcast for parents who are ready to create a lasting foundation for their family. If you’re dreaming of a safe, stable home that you can truly call your own, where your kids can grow up with confidence and security, you’re in the right place. I’m Laura—a mom of two, a proud homeowner, and a dedicated homebuying coach here to help you achieve more than just a house. This journey is about building a secure future, investing in generational wealth, and finding that feeling of independence and accomplishment. You’ve worked hard, saved...

Der Auftakt der mitreißenden Small-Town-Romance-Serie von Bestseller-Autorin Laura Pavlov In der malerischen Kleinstadt Magnolia Falls begegnen sich zwei, die unterschiedlicher nicht sein könnten: Romeo, ein Ex-Boxer mit düsterer Vergangenheit, der sich aus schwierigen Verhältnissen hochgearbeitet hat und nun ein Fitnessstudio besitzt. Und Demi, die Tochter aus gutem Haus, die nach der Rückkehr in ihre Heimatstadt ein Café direkt neben Romeos Studio eröffnet. Als Nachbarn stehen sie ab Minute eins auf Kriegsfuß, denn es war Demis Familie, die Romeo vor Jahren skrupellos in den Abgrund riss.

Love at First Fight is a podcast that dives into the ups and downs of relationships. Each episode tackles specific themes, exploring love, conflict, and connection—just like a chat with your best friend over a glass of wine. With relatable stories, expert insights, and a touch of humor, we navigate the challenges of relationships, reminding ourselves that the journey is what truly matters!

Nulla può strapparti una felicità che hai scelto di non avere. Ottimi voti a scuola e un cuore grande, Amethyst è la perfetta incarnazione della ragazza della porta accanto che tutti amano. Tutti, eccetto Ermes. Violinista dal talento immenso e lo sguardo di ghiaccio, è appena stato cacciato da Eton ed è tornato a vivere a due passi da Amethyst, la persona che più detesta al mondo. Passa le giornate a tormentarla e a trovare modi sempre nuovi per ferirla, respingendola con cattiveria. Solo mentre suona, Ermes si trasforma: quando impugna l’archetto, le note del suo violino sono pura poesia.

The adventures continue for Laura Ingalls and her family as they leave their little house in the Big Woods of Wisconsin and set out for Kansas. They travel for many days in their covered wagon until they find the best spot to build their little house on the prairie. Soon they are planting and plowing, hunting wild ducks and turkeys, and gathering grass for their cows. Sometimes pioneer life is hard, but Laura and her folks are always busy and happy in their new little house.