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Anna is a widowed Amish woman and her daughter Megan is dying from leukemia. She strikes up a sentimental friendship with Finn, a rich Englischer. Since the girl has only six weeks or less to live, the trio fly to New York City where the daughter skates the ice rink, takes in the ballet and sight-sees most of the Englisch world to make the most of her last days with her mother...A sentimental journey into the final days of an Amish girl...

Loss X Mental Illness is a collection of poems written by Aariona Harris during one of the most emotionally and mentally challenging times of her life. The goal with these poems was to offer solidarity to other readers who may go through something similar and ensure they knew they were not alone. While doing so Harris addressed her grief and to expel all the feelings associated with it, with the emotional reactions caused by her diagnoses. What reviewers say:¿¿There were moments reading this when I could see the 13 year old I was sure would be a lawyer, throwing out a witty retort to any would be offensive adult, and there were times I saw the young woman clinging desperately to a hand she would never get to hold again, which remains the single most heartbreaking thing I have ever witnessed. Her mother was a huge fan of poetry, and meaningful lyrics; and she was incredible at spoken word, and I think she'd be really proud of what her daughter has accomplished here. I can't wait for the next book.Christeena L. Putzer¿¿¿Aariona Harris' captured so many emotions and feelings in her book "Loss X Mental Illness". With each poem you can feel the emotions that are wrapped around every word. You can tell that the author has gone through so much in her short life. While reading I was shocked and amazed by what she has faced in a short amount of time. Not only does she bring attention to very important topics, she expands on them. This is a raw and honest view of mental health struggles at a young age. Grappling with life challenges that seem almost insurmountable including the loss of a mother, this narrative resonates deeply as it mirrors the silent battles that many young individuals face into today's world. Aariona's writing is viewed with a sense of resilience and hope as she navigates these challenges. It encourages a deeper understanding and empathy of those who battle mental health issues often in silence. The book is a beacon of hope and understanding. A reminder that even in our darkest time there is light to be found.¿¿¿¿Rebecca Durgin¿¿In Loss X Mental Illness, Harris bares her scarred and beautiful soul. Her poetry could not be more honest as she has sought to understand herself in the context of painful losses. John Zimmerman

Being stalked and claimed by a billionaire, wasn't on Emersyn's agenda.Emerson Randolph works a regular job at a regular bookstore. Shy and curvy, Emerson has come to accept that romance isn't on the cards for her. The most exciting thing in her life is losing herself in romance novels and fantasizing about one day being swept off her feet.Being stalked wasn't part of her fantasy.Until her stalker reveals himself as Esteban Munoz, billionaire extraordinaire. This handsome playboy has the world at his feet and anything within his reach, and now he wants Emerson.Will Esteban bring Emerson's fantasies to life, or will she shy away from the most exciting thing that's ever happened to her.Go ahead, indulge in Book three from the Billionaire Boys Club. These interconnected standalone romances will bring your fantasies to life.Note: this is a fast paced novella.

RULE #1 OF WALL STREET: DON'T HUNT WHAT YOU CANNOT EAT. I'm the king of the business world. The Alpha of my pack. No one dares challenge me.Except my new assistant.She questions me to my face and calls me Big Bad Boss behind my back. When I give her an order, she asks me why, with all my billions, I can't afford some manners.Worse, the little human smells like temptation. She dresses to kill, and I want to sink my teeth into her.One day my control's going to snap, and a wolf never stops hunting until he's claimed his prey. Midnight is book one in the Big Bad Boss trilogy. It features a billionaire boss-hole wolf shifter and his freakishly smart assistant set in the Bad Boy Alpha world created by Renee Rose and Lee Savino.

Englischer Paul gets the wrong directions and accidentally enters the home of a young Amish woman named Emma. He is in the Amish community to collect on his uncle's inheritance, who has a series of properties in the town. His eyes are on the money but when he gets to know Emma and the people in he community he begins to realize that this could be a place he could call home.

When Annie's long-time boyfriend decides that the Amish way was no longer his way, she is left shattered, but worst of all single. She struggles to overcome rejection and prays for God to help her, but all she gets in return is silence. Barren and a spinster, she had lost all hope of finding love. But through revelation during a Sunday service, she discovers that there is hope, and that is when everything changes.When Seth and his daughter Mary arrive in town, everything changes. A chance meeting with a beautiful woman who adores his daughter was nothing but the grand design of God. God works in mysterious ways, and this is exactly what happens when two souls are meant for each other.

Lamar is a lonely Amish man who has pined for Lovina for years despite the fact that she was married. Now that she is a widow, his guilt still holds him back. He feels responsible for her father's death many years ago and the memory of that day still plagues him. Can he overcome his feelings of unworthiness and proclaim his love for her?

Discover the rich culinary traditions of the Indigenous peoples of North America with "THE SIOUX CHEF COOKBOOK." This beautifully crafted book is more than just a collection of recipes; it's an educational journey into the heart of Native American cuisine, honoring its history and celebrating its future.Your journey begins with an "Introduction" in Chapter 1, where you'll be immersed in the philosophy and the essence of Native American cooking. It sets the tone for the authentic experiences that follow, grounding you in the cultural significance of each dish.In Chapter 2, "Native Pantry Staples," the book builds a foundation of ingredients that are central to Native cuisine. You'll learn about traditional foods that have nourished generations and how to incorporate these staples into your own kitchen.The exploration of flavors continues with "Appetizers and Small Plates" in Chapter 3, offering an array of dishes that are perfect for starting a meal or for sharing. These recipes provide a delightful introduction to the variety and versatility of Native American culinary creativity.Chapter 4, "Soups and Stews," is a deep dive into the comforting and communal nature of these central dishes in Native cuisine. Each recipe is steeped in history and storytelling, bringing warmth and connection to the table."Salads and Sides," presented in Chapter 5, showcases the lighter fare of the Native American diet. These dishes highlight the seasonal and foraged ingredients that are at the heart of traditional foodways, providing balance and nourishment.In Chapter 6, "Wild Game and Fish Entrees," the cookbook turns to the honored practice of hunting and fishing. These entrees reflect the deep respect for the land and water, featuring flavors that are both robust and refined."Breads and Baked Goods," found in Chapter 7, offers a selection of recipes that are integral to Native American gatherings. From traditional fry bread to inventive bakes, each recipe is a testament to the adaptability and ingenuity of Native cooking.Chapter 8, "Desserts," invites you to indulge in the natural sweetness of Native American treats. These desserts, often featuring fruits and natural sugars, provide a perfect, understated end to any meal.Moving to Chapter 9, "Beverages," you'll find a variety of drinks both refreshing and medicinal. These recipes are rooted in a deep understanding of the natural properties of herbs, fruits, and botanicals.Finally, Chapter 10, "Sample Menus and Occasions," brings together the book's recipes into thoughtfully curated menus. Celebrate the seasons, honor special moments, and create new traditions with these guided meal plans."THE SIOUX CHEF COOKBOOK" offers an authentic embrace of the Native American gastronomy, inviting you to experience a connection with the past through the act of preparing and sharing food. It's an essential read for anyone looking to enrich their culinary perspective and to cook with a deeper sense of place and purpose.

¿Qué sacrificarías por la persona que amas? Cuando Marialena López huye de Boston, deja todo y a todos atrás. Se sacrifica, trastorna vidas y daña relaciones, todo por amor. Si bien sabe que ha hecho lo correcto por el hombre que le robó el corazón, Massimo DeLorenzo, reconoce que ha destrozado su futuro. Nueve años después, ella está de vuelta en Boston intentando redimirse del pasado. Todavía ama a Massimo, pero encontrar el perdón significa que finalmente tendrá que confesarle su secreto más oscuro. ¿Será la verdad suficiente para reparar sus corazones y reconocer que su sacrificio ha valido la pena?

Celia has been living the wrong kind of life. Hanging out with the wrong crowd making the wrong choices, her life is directionless as she longs for a Prince Charming to come save her. She really doesn't know how to make a change until she finds out a family secret that shocks her to the bone. She was adopted and her birth mother is still alive. Wanting to find out about her family origin, Celia journeys to the Amish community of her birth and finds the romance she's always dreamed of.

Popular but reclusive fantasy horror author, Mahalia Derwood, has ventured into the world of graphic novels. She's working with a new artist, the young but insanely talented Darius Grant. He's always worshipped her from afar, and loves her cast of werewolf characters as much as she does. He's sweet and sexy and she can't help but give in to his tempting presence, but they both know their heated tryst is only temporary. She's had her heart broken once, in a disastrous relationship that left her a single mom to a beautiful special needs boy, Will. She has no time for romance.When her life literally goes up in flames, she discovers that the one person she can rely on is Darius. But what will happen he finds out the truth about Mahalia's relationship with Will's dad?

Reminiscent of the works of Mary Karr and Terese Marie Mailhot, a memoir of family and survival, coming-of-age on and off the reservation, and of the frictions between mainstream American culture and Native inheritance; assimilation and reverence for tradition.Deborah Jackson Taffa was raised to believe that some sacrifices were necessary to achieve a better life. Her grandparents--citizens of the Quechan Nation and Laguna Pueblo tribe--were sent to Indian boarding schools run by white missionaries, while her parents were encouraged to take part in governmental job training off the reservation. Assimilation meant relocation, but as Taffa matured into adulthood, she began to question the promise handed down by her elders and by American society: that if she gave up her culture, her land, and her traditions, she would not only be accepted, but would be able to achieve the "American Dream."Whiskey Tender traces how a mixed tribe native girl--born on the California Yuma reservation and raised in Navajo territory in New Mexico--comes to her own interpretation of identity, despite her parent's desires for her to transcend the class and "Indian" status of her birth through education, and despite the Quechan tribe's particular traditions and beliefs regarding oral and recorded histories. Taffa's childhood memories unspool into meditations on tribal identity, the rampant criminalization of Native men, governmental assimilation policies, the Red Power movement, and the negotiation between belonging and resisting systemic oppression. Pan-Indian, as well as specific tribal histories and myths, blend with stories of a 1970s and 1980s childhood spent on and off the reservation.Taffa offers a sharp and thought-provoking historical analysis laced with humor and heart. As she reflects on her past and present--the promise of assimilation and the many betrayals her family has suffered, both personal and historical; trauma passed down through generations--she reminds us of how the cultural narratives of her ancestors have been excluded from the central mythologies and structures of the "melting pot" of America, revealing all that is sacrificed for the promise of acceptance.

In this gripping stand-alone literary thriller set in the world of the award-winning post-apocalyptic novel Moon of the Crusted Snow, a scouting party led by Evan Whitesky ventures into unknown and dangerous territory to find a new home for their close-knit Northern Ontario Indigenous community more than a decade after a world-ending blackout.For the past twelve years, a community of Anishinaabe people have made the Northern Ontario bush their home in the wake of the power failure that brought about societal collapse. Since then they have survived and thrived the way their ancestors once did, but their natural food resources are dwindling, and the time has come to find a new home.Evan Whitesky volunteers to lead a mission south to explore the possibility of moving back to their original homeland, the "land where the birch trees grow by the big water" in the Great Lakes region. Accompanied by five others, including his daughter Nangohns, an expert archer, Evan begins a journey that will take him to where the Anishinaabe were once settled, near the devastated city of Gibson, a land now being reclaimed by nature.But it isn't just the wilderness that poses a threat: they encounter other survivors. Those who, like the Anishinaabe, live in harmony with the land, and those who use violence.

Selected by Jos Charles as the winner of the 2021 Ballard Spahr Prize for Poetry, Return Flight is a lush reckoning: with inheritance, with body, with trauma, with desire—and with the many tendons in between. When Return Flight asks “what name / do you crown yourself,” Jennifer Huang answers with many. Textured with mountains—a folkloric goddess-prison, Yushan, mother, men, self—and peppered with shapeshifting creatures, spirits, and gods, the landscape of Huang’s poems is at once mystical and fleshy, a “myth a mess of myself.” Sensuously, Huang depicts each of these not as things to claim but as topographies to behold and hold. Here, too, is another kind of mythology. Set to the music of “beating hearts / through objects passed down,” the poems travel through generations—among Taiwan, China, and America—cataloging familial wounds and beloved stories. A grandfather’s smile shining through rain, baby bok choy in a child’s bowl, a slap felt decades later—the result is a map of a present-day life, reflected through the past.Return Flight is a thrumming debut that teaches us how history harrows and heals, often with the same hand; how touch can mean “purple” and “blue” as much as it means intimacy; and how one might find a path toward joy not by leaving the past in the past, but by “[keeping a] hand on these memories, / to feel them to their ends.”

New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestseller!Now in an expanded paperback edition with Laurie's training routine for the Summer 2020 Olympics, her life as cohost of American Ninja Warrior Junior, and more!Gold medal-winning Olympic gymnast and Dancing with the Stars champion Laurie Hernandez shares her story in her own words in this debut for fans of all ages?featuring never-before-seen photos and brand-new content.At sixteen years old, Laurie Hernandez has already made many of her dreams come true?and yet it's only the beginning for this highly accomplished athlete. A Latina Jersey girl, Laurie saw her life take a dramatic turn in 2016 when she was chosen to be part of the US Olympic gymnastics team.After winning gold in Rio as part of the Final Five, Laurie also earned an individual silver medal for her performance on the balance beam. She then danced her way into everyone's hearts while competing on?and winning!?the hit reality TV show Dancing with the Stars. Now Laurie is sharing the true story of her path to Olympic gold and where her phenomenal talents will take her next. From her loving family to her rigorous training, from her career-threatening injuries to her road to recovery, from her intense sacrifices to her amazing triumphs?Laurie pulls back the curtain on her own life and reveals exactly what it took to make her dreams come true.She will tell you what it's like to be Laurie Hernandez; she will motivate you, inspire you, and make you believe.

This stunning debut blends personal narrative, religious imagery, and pop culture in a chronicle of illness, womanhood, and faith.

If you haven't read Cat Sebastian, what are you waiting for???Lorraine Heath, New York Times bestselling author Once beloved by London's fashionable elite, Hartley Sedgwick has become a recluse after a spate of salacious gossip exposed his most-private secrets. Rarely venturing from the house whose inheritance is a daily reminder of his downfall, he's captivated by the exceedingly handsome man who seeks to rob him.Since retiring from the boxing ring, Sam Fox has made his pub, The Bell, into a haven for those in his Free Black community. But when his best friend Kate implores him to find and destroy a scandalously revealing painting of her, he agrees. Sam would do anything to protect those he loves, even if it means stealing from a wealthy gentleman. But when he encounters Hartley, he soon finds himself wanting to steal more than just a painting from the lovely, lonely man?he wants to steal his heart.

empathy, Indigenous, relationships, emotional literacy

Teeming with dramatic plot twists and wickedly delightful erotic frills, a passionate story about two lovers struggling with heartbreak, heartthrobs, and self-fulfillment.Many of us fall into unrelenting cycles that lead us to inevitable heartbreak—a knee-weakening, nearly unbearable period of withdrawal where we curse our indiscretions and promise to do better next time. But why? Why do we do this to ourselves? That’s the question Erin is constantly asking herself. Along for the ride is Tariq, a young man battling his past as well. While their romantic lives intertwine, they find it almost impossible to break free of the merciless beast that is love and its ugly stepsister, heartbreak. At first, Erin’s attraction to Tariq is like a drug addiction she can’t ignore, but as drama ensues and the ugly past comes back to visit, both Tariq and Erin realize how bad—as in good—love truly is.

"Misty awakens from a coma and announces that she now can communicate with the spirit world. Soon after, she undergoes cutting-edge surgery that restores her beauty and mobility. With legions of cult-like followers who are willing to pay top dollar to attend Misty's seminars and retreats, she is living the opulent lifestyle she's always coveted. And with her faithful lover, Brick, by her side, Misty has it all. That is until Brick's former side chick, Anya, comes on the scene with the intention of proving to Brick they belong together. Misty has already reclaimed Brick once, from her mother, no less, but can she keep him away from the woman who claims she is his one true love?"--]cPublisher's description.

In Arthur Sze's tenth collection, the poet uses crisp, graceful language of astronomy, biology, and music.

Kevin is excited for his turn to light the candles on the last night of Kwanzaa. As he narrates through the week of Kwanzaa, readers learn about the origins, purpose, and rituals of this holiday.

Katie and her parents are off to the mall for a day of shopping. While her mom looks for a new dress, her dad is checking out the lawn mowers and televisions. And Katie is nowhere to be found. Does Katie even know that she's lost?

Chris Abani finds the sacred in a charged and broken world, to "build meaning from detritus."

Always on the run . . . Playing the odds has always been Fin Borders' forte. She knows when to get out to keep from losing everything. But an innocent woman has been accused of murder, and to help, Fin will have to go back to the small southern town of her birth. It's a place she's been running from her entire life, a place of violence, where she got by with nothing more than her wits. Returning to Hallden, Georgia, means facing the ghosts of a brutal crime that Fin will never forget?and risking her own life.But Fin isn't the only one in Hallden hunting for a killer. FBI Special Agent Caleb Matthews is deep undercover, hiding his true identity and his own desperate history. Working alone is far too dangerous, so he and Fin must learn to trust each other. But as they grow closer, they are unprepared for the passion that takes hold . . . and the shocking deception that could destroy everything they hold dear.

She just witnessed her uncle's murder, she's running for her life, and now Dr. Katelyn Lyda is face-to-face with a breathtaking man who could be her salvation. Tall, sexy, his eyes full of mysterious promises, he seems to have the answer she needs.It's too bad Sebastian Caine is one of the bad guys . . . A "recovery specialist" skilled at separating prized possessions from their owners, Sebastian is after an ancient relic. But he reconsiders the job when he finds himself staring at the wrong end of a gun. The beautiful lady with her finger on the trigger seems to have everything he needs?and not just the artifact. Sebastian's conscience has never bothered him before?but then he has never wanted any woman more.With her life in jeopardy, Kat wonders how far she can trust Sebastian Caine . . . how long she can resist him . . . and dare she fall in love?

Valerie Wilson Wesley's Tamara Hayle mystery series featuring Newark, New Jersey's number one private investigator are loved for their smart, sexy protagonist who "has a way with a wisecrack that is positively lethal” (Washington Post). Now in Dying in the Dark, Hayle is entrenched in a sinister investigation that will demand her best detective work yet.Tamara Hayle's past has come back to haunt her-literally. She's been plagued by terrifying dreams about Celia Jones, an old friend whose walk on the wild side led her to a horrible death. Celia's teenage son, Cecil, begs Tamara to find his mother's killer . . . only to end up dead himself, stabbed through the heart.The search for Celia and her son's killer pulls Tamara deep into her friend's troubled love life, where everyone adored her but somebody held a murderous grudge. There's her bullying thug of an ex-husband; a handsome ex-lover who woos Tamara with charm and lies; and an angry, jealous woman who claims that Celia broke her heart. And those were just the obvious people with axes to grind.Despite her better judgment and the admonitions of the police department, Tamara refuses to back away from the mystery surrounding her old friend's death and the tragedy that met her son. All clues lead to the past Tamara shared with Celia Jones, and Tamara fears that that past will threaten her own son. But she uncovers more than she bargained for-and unearths secrets someone would kill to keep in the shadows.

With a foreword by Joycelyn Elders, M.D., No Secrets, No Lies is a powerful and daringly honest resource guide for families seeking to understand, prevent, and overcome childhood sexual abuse and its devastating impact on adult survivors.An estimated one in four women and one in six men is abused by age eighteen, most often by someone they know. Most of these sexual assaults are never disclosed, much less reported to the police. No Secrets, No Lies demystifies the cultural taboos and social dynamics that keep Black families silent and enable abuse to continue for generations. Among them:• Fear of betraying family by turning offenders in to "the system"• Distrust of institutions and authority figures, such as police officers• Reluctance to seek counseling or therapy• A legacy of enslavement and stereotypes about black sexualityThrough compelling personal accounts from everyday people, Robin D. Stone, a sexual abuse survivor herself, illuminates the emotional, psychological and hidden consequences of remaining silent, and provides holistic, practical steps to move toward healing. No Secrets, No Lies candidly speaks to: survivors, telling them they are not at fault, not alone and how they can seek help; parents, guardians and caretakers, explaining how they can keep children safe and help survivors recover; and family, friends and other loved ones, showing ways to lend support.