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What will Ella and Nella, the twin mermaids, see under the sea? Follow them, and you will see.

(From the pen of the chief editor Mei Zihan) Although I am Chinese, as a child I seldom heard adults tell stories of Chinese ancestry or tradition. Stories of our heritage, are important us. Folk tales teach and give children identity yet, there were barely any stories in my heart. Later, even after becoming a writer, and later a professor, I still experienced an emptiness. That is why I think children should have traditional stories as part of their healthy upbringing; stories about ancient China, of inspiration and magic, beauty, bravery, kindness and poetry, rich Chinese ideas, full of intelligence. This ideal also applies to children worldwide.This four book series is evidence of our rich culture. Without doubt, they are equal to the beautiful work of the Brothers Grimm, just as inspiring, and with as much colour, as much fun, that will often leave the child in awe.Readers will learn about China and its long and varied history; about its multi ethnic people, its traditions, about the foods they eat, their clothes and architecture. Perhaps just as important, they will learn about our etiquette and that respect for another, which is, and has always been, the cornerstone of the Chinese way.Each folk/fairy tale is of a different nation within the great land of China. So readers will learn about that land, and those people, about their customs and traditions, their suspicions, heroes and villains.

The Way of The World is not always the right way because we often get caught up in it. Once this happens, we slowly loose our sense of direction. If we all would be pro-active and take that next step to look within before we act upon-most of the world's "people problems" would gradually fade away. Which would lead us living in contentment with one another. This is the meaning of the Lord's Prayer were it says: Thy will be done on earth as it is in Heaven. Just think about it; we do not have to wait to get to Heaven to have peace and contentment. We can all start here.

FATHER TIME tells a story of fatherhood from a child''s perspective. This bittersweet novel embraces themes of parenthood and family dysfunction within the African American community.Trevor Russell, our protagonist, is suffering from writer''s block after his first novel''s success. In between success, he tries to find inspiration to write his next project, which is due in a week, or the agency he works with will drop him. Trevor receives a call from his estranged father, KWESI BLACK, who is in Atlanta Georgia, visiting for a trucking convention. Not seeing one another in several years, Trevor and Kwesi meet up for a tense coffee shop reunion.Kwesi reveals that he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer''s disease and has finally come to grips with his tainted past. He wants to make amends for his lack of responsibility as a father. By this time, it is too late. Trevor feels Kwesi lived his best life, but now that his father is dying, he wants to mend his relationships with his children. Trevor is also in a stagnant relationship that takes an exciting twist once he finds out his live-in girlfriend is expecting. The news of becoming a father frightens Trevor due to the lack of his father in his life growing up, and he packs a bag and leaves.Trevor escapes for the weekend and heads back home to Arkansas to get away from his pregnant girlfriend, the pressure of writing, and the unexpected visit from his father. Coincidently the weekend he goes back home is the same weekend as his 20-year High School Class Reunion.Trevor settles in his old bedroom and finds some of his childhood belongings scattered around in the room. Under some old magazines, he finds an old senior year scrapbook. When Trevor opens the first page of the old album, he discovers a list of people who did him wrong at one point during his school years. Amongst the list is a few names of classmates, including his father, Kwesi.Trevor finds inspiration and starts writing a compelling memoir walking us through memory lane of growing up yearning for a father who wasn''t in his life. Titled Daddy Issues, the book delivers a funny yet brash story that navigates through the crack-infested 1980s, growing up with his mischievous brother in the nineties and becoming an adult in the new millennium. The journal highlights childhood memories of being raised by a struggling single mother who works three jobs with the support of Trevor''s silly bickering grandparents.Trevor decides to attend his class reunion to get revenge on old classmates and reconnect with his childhood crush, Sade. During Trevor''s visit back home, Kwesi''s wife tragically dies in a car wreck to end the almost perfect weekend. This sequence of events ultimately leads to Trevor orchestrating a family trip up in the Rocky Mountains as an olive branch to reconnect his terminally ill father with his estranged siblings. During the Thanksgiving getaway, Kwesi finds out Trevor''s book highlights his philandering past, and all hell breaks loose.As time passes along, Trevor has become the father he always wanted growing up. He makes one last attempt to rekindle his relationship with his Kwesi, but Father Time waits for no one.

Multifunctional hybrid materials based on polymers have already displayed excellentcommitment in addressing and presenting solutions to existing demands in priority areassuch as the environment, human health, and energy. These hybrid materials can lead tounique superior multifunction materials with a broad range of envisaged applications.However, their design, performance, and practical applications are still challenging.Thus, it is highly advantageous to provide a breakthrough in state-of-the-artmanufacturing and scale-up technology to design and synthesize advancedmultifunctional hybrid materials based on polymers with improved performance.The main objective of this interdisciplinary book is to bring together, at an internationallevel, high-quality elegant collection of reviews and original research articles dealing withpolymeric hybrid materials within different areas such as the following:- Biomaterials chemistry, physics, engineering, and processing;- Polymer chemistry, physics and engineering;- Organic chemistry;- Composites science;- Colloidal chemistry and physics;- Porous nanomaterials science;- Energy storage; and- Automotive and aerospace manufacturing.

Wake up. Train. Sleep. Repeat. Socializing not encouraged. Eating not recommended.Welcome to the life of Chinese American pop star Rose B.D. The headlines will tell you that the thin, talented, and adored Flower Princess of Shanghai has it all. No one suspects that dangerous struggles linger beneath the surface - not even Rose herself. But after crossing paths with outgoing college student Lucas, Rose''s eyes are quickly opened to the reality of what living in the spotlight means. When symptoms of an eating disorder become too much to ignore, Rose finds herself having to choose between the life she has worked so hard to build and the severe aftermath of neglecting her needs.Through Rose''s story, Cheng shines a light on the inadequate conversation surrounding mental health within the entertainment industry. In Unglamored, beauty standards within Asian culture are challenged, the power of celebrity influence is recognized, and readers are reminded that true healing comes through vulnerability and meaningful human connection.

Read your way into spirituality. Masters At My Table, is based on the law''s of the Universe, and the distilled wisdom of science, theology, physiotherapy, physiology, mysticism, magic and biblical text granted from the sages of old.This book will serve as a guide for you to discover secrets- those of the great men who walked this earth before you. It serves as a guide to a better way of life in challenging times with simple basic techniques that, if mastered then you will have the secret to lasting spiritual inner peace in whatever you endeavour in life.

Experience the Power of Sisterhood stories written by Us and For Us Celebrate the Power of Sisterhood with real-life short stories, poetry, and business advice from ten extraordinary women who share their incredible journeys to entrepreneurship and becoming successful. Discover how they overcame fear, divorce, rape, racism, betrayal, and serving in a militarized war zone, fighting for their lives. From trials, tragedies, and obstacles, they triumphantly became lawyers, doctors, teachers, artists, authors, writers, publishers, mothers, wives, mentors, and coaches of recovery, survival, and real-life issues. This highly acclaimed collection, written by women for women, Think Pink: Success Stories from Women who Launched Businesses and Changed Lives, pulls on every woman''s heartstrings that only a woman can understand. Despite the many roadblocks women will face, life will reveal a secret map that leads to destiny. Read the stories and find the inspiration you need to help you on your journey! 

Strap yourself in for a year-long, three-continent wild ride of dangerous living in a love story to cherish and remember! Sam and Addie, childhood best friends for a summer and lovers of adventure stories, meet accidentally on purpose as adults in the last year of World War One. A roller coaster romance leads to a dream of married bliss in Sam''s native India. But the dream is throttled at every turn. Separate rescues from their torpedoed ship land them in different countries, with neither knowing if the other has survived. And an overheard conversation brings danger on the high seas and puts them on the run in Calcutta, the Himalayan foothills, and Bengal''s predator-filled Sundarban. The war ends. A global pandemic subsides. But Sam and Addie''s vision of a peaceful life remains as elusive as ever.

Since the foundation of the world, mankind and animals were created in pairs. Adam and Eve, male and female, two by two... togetherness. However, throughout the test of time, or life as we call it, the togetherness that was once strong begins to weaken. Overdue bills, extremely hectic schedules, soccer practices and back to school nights, social gatherings, household daily maintenance... and at the end of all of that, intimacy and connection with your partner. It can be daunting and overwhelming, and research shows have caused many divorces. The togetherness becomes no more. Now you are fighting against time just to complete the daily routine tasks. Life then becomes mundane. The Power of 2 Book is essential for anyone who desires a successful marriage and a strong family. Whether you are newlyweds or 40 years in the Wed game, this book is a practical guide to help you navigate the tricks of the enemy, avoid road bumps of doubt and despair, and learn how to function cohesively as one unit.This Workbook is a culmination of over a decade of research, life experience, trials and errors. I have distilled my experience to bring you this deeply practical, actionable workbook that contains tools, techniques, and exercises for each individual member in the relationship, building on the concept of the 8 Revelations presented in The Power of 2 Book - companion to this workbook. My goal is to change the face of relationships globally by providing couples with an offering that will move them to relationships success.