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"The author of What Lies in the Woods returns with a novel about three sisters, two murders, and too many secrets to count. Emma hasn't told her husband much about her past. He knows her parents are dead and she hasn't spoken to her sisters in years. Then they lose their apartment, her husband gets laid off, and Emma discovers she's pregnant-right as the bank account slips into the red. That's when Emma confesses that she has one more asset: her parents'...
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"Welcome to the dreamscape of Emily Howard's fine art. Set in the rich tones of sea and sky, The Morning We Met invites the reader into Baby's world, on their own journey from the cosmos to the rocking chair. In sweet hushed tones, Baby follows a glowing trail on their fascinating passage through star-filled skies, over wide open fields and gliding coastlines. Full of wonder, The Morning We Met acknowledges the patience of parents everywhere, the...
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"It's every parent's worst nightmare come true when two babies are mistakenly switched at birth! Single mom Esme Fortune already loves the infant she brought home from the hospital, but she can't possibly deny her own flesh and blood. And even if businessman Ryan Hayes never expected to be parenting a baby alone, he certainly doesn't want to give up his son. Their unconventional solution: Why not join forces--and raise the kids together? The pair's...
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LGBTQIA+ families come in all the colors of the rainbow. Perhaps you belong to a pride family, or maybe you have a friend who belongs to a pride family? This educational children's book explores what these families look like with a focus on trans, non-binary, gay, lesbian and polyamorous family set ups. Covering themes such as, pregnancy, donor conception and surrogacy alongside a guide for adults that helps explain terminology, this book is an invaluable...
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Step into Elias and his dad's world as they embark on an exciting day at the park. Together, they explore the wonders of nature and the joy of spending quality time together.
But there's more to this adventure than meets the eye. Follow along as Elias' dad uses the power of labelled praise to nurture Elias' positive behaviours. Discover the magic of encouragement and positive reinforcement in their heartwarming journey.
Elias and Daddy Go to the...
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"Why Son Loves Mom" is a heartwarming and beautifully illustrated picture book that celebrates the extraordinary bond between a mother and her son. Designed for children aged 3-7 and beyond, this enchanting book is the perfect gift to express a son's deep love and appreciation for his mom.From the very moment of birth, a mother's love knows no bounds, and this delightful story captures those precious moments of growth and nurturing. Through charming...
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Frank is a middle aged man who is reunited with his son, Jared, after a decade apart. Having not seen his son since he graduated high school, Frank is horrified to find out that Jared has been selling his body for money. He must decide how much it means to have his lone child back in his life and how much he could tolerate. Will his love for, and guilt of missing out on years of, his son be able to withstand the newfound profession as well as further...
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Robin has everything a girl could ever want. Thanks to her mother-the internationally beloved talk show host Mimi Schwartz-she's got the money, the means and the connections to live a life others only dream of. So why, then, does Robin choose to spend her days alone in a dark room, watching endless reruns of You, You and Mimi? It's only the bizarre discovery of an old high-school ring that propels her to action. Robin follows the ring's mystery from...
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The Transition Into Adulthood
A short Chap book that's gives viewers a look into my experience with my young adults children. There were many values that were gained in trying to understand young adults that's transitioning into the adult world. I'm hoping that by sharing my experience through my e-book "The Transition Into Adulthood" could shed some light on a few topics that parents may not understand. My overall message is for parents to stay...
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Betsy's life is officially over: Dumped by her boyfriend, betrayed by her best friend... How is she ever going to show her face again?
Determined to avoid everyone and everything from her previous life, Betsy stumbles into an unusual café and an even more unusual girl. Dolores Morris-a mouthy, green-haired outsider Betsy can't quite remember from school-talks her into starting a cleaning service. Before she knows it, Betsy is down on her knees,...
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It is the spring of 1861, and the serenity of Smith County, Mississippi, has been shattered by Abraham Lincoln's declaration of war on the South. Young and old are taking up arms and marching off to war. But not ten-year-old Frank Russell. Although he is eager to enlist in the Confederate army, he is not allowed. He is too young, too skinny, too weak. After all, he's just "Shanks," the baby of the Russell family. War has a way of taking things away...
12) Outside In
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Chérie Witkowski is twelve, and she doesn't want to turn thirteen this year. This is the year, 1968, that everything -- absolutely everything-seems to be changing. At home her parents are expecting a new baby, her mother is fixing up the house so they can sell it and move who-knows-where, and everyone is starting to tease her about the boy next door. Meanwhile her newspaper route brings the changes of the outside world crashing in on her: the Vietnam...
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Silver sisters volume 2
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The Silver sisters return to Cape Cod in this sequel to The Forget-Me-Not Summer, which ALA Booklist called "reminiscent of the Penderwick series" in its starred review.
Wedding bells are ringing on the Cape! It's summer again, and Marigold, Zinnia, and Lily are heading back to their beloved Pruet to help bride-to-be Aunt Sunny plan her big day. But cake and decorations aren't the only items on the girls' agenda this summer. Marigold can't wait...
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The valley of horses is the only true place Honey remembers since her family stumbled upon it in their converted ice cream truck while escaping from the rest of the world, and the illnesses that was spreading there. Honey's parents, her brother Rumi, and her NanNan become self-sufficient, living off the land and sharing the valley with mystical horses who seem to have a wisdom of their own. But there is a magic in the valley that prevents Honey and...
15) Holiday country
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"Nineteen-year-old Ada adores spending every summer in a Turkish seaside town with her mother and grandmother at the family villa. The glittering waters, picturesque olive groves, and her spirited friends make it easy for Ada to leave her idle life in California behind. But no matter how much Ada feels she belongs to the country where her mother grew up, deep down, her connection to the culture feels as fleeting as the seasons. When Levent, a mysterious...
16) Growing up trans
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Go on an intimate and eye-opening journey inside a new frontier. Told from the perspective of parents, doctors, and, most revealing of all, eight transgender kids themselves, ranging in ages from 9 to 19, FRONTLINE takes a powerful look at this new generation, exploring the medical possibilities, struggles, and choices transgender kids and their families face today.
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Two years after her parents' surprising and painful split, twelve-year-old Jo and her mom find themselves on the 100-mile hike on the Superior Hiking Trail along Lake Superior's north shore--a journey that Jo had always looked forward to hiking with her dad. It's not a situation that either of them ever predicted they'd find themselves in, yet here they are in the wilderness with their entire lives stuffed into a pair of thirty-pound packs.
18) Picture Perfect
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A quest for screen-free family time leads to camping chaos in this hilarious and heartwarming comedy from the author of Anisha, Accidental Detective. A quest for screen-free family time leads to camping chaos in this hilarious and heartwarming comedy from the author of Anisha, Accidental Detective. Sonal needs to capture a great family picture for her school photography project but it's impossible when everyone's always so busy! Luckily they're heading...
19) Promises I Made
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In the thrilling sequel to Lies I Told, Grace learns that the most difficult thing about pulling off the perfect crime is living with the consequences. Fans of Ally Carter, Cecily von Ziegesar, and Gail Carriger will love this thrilling, high-stakes novel, which deftly explores the roles of identity and loyalty while offering a window into the world of the rich and fabulous.
Grace Fontaine was trained to carry out perfect crimes. But when a mistake...
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"A charming and delectably sweet debut. Mischief, friendship, and a whole lot of heart-Love Sugar Magic has it all." -Zoraida Córdova, award-winning author of the Brooklyn Brujas series.
Leonora Logroño's family owns the most beloved bakery in Rose Hill, Texas, spending their days conjuring delicious cookies and cakes for any occasion. And no occasion is more important than the annual Dia de los Muertos festival.
Leo hopes that this might...
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