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This book takes the reader on a journey to discover nature with its beautiful objects. The items are described in a fun, poetic way that enhances the child's ability to learn.
Bedtime can be fun. Dad's, Mum's, Grandparents and kids blow kisses back & forth as they say goodnight. But what happens if someone misses and does not catch the kisses? Uh oh, where do all the kisses go?! Where do you think all the kisses go? Or, Is there someone special that keeps the kisses safe?
This is the story about a family becoming whole, and how families can come in all shapes and sizes.
As Far as the East is From the West is a story that speaks to the heart of what it looks like to love and encourage your child over the years as a parent. Watch as the parent and child characters in the book age over time to resemble what that long lasting, consistent, loyal love looks like.
Patience is hard when you are building the most magnificent battleship the world has ever seen! But grand moments like finishing a masterpiece take backstage to doing the right thing, especially when someone is in need. Even the best kids make mistakes. What's most important is to understand those mistakes and say I'm sorry.
Dive into the emotions of a woman deeply affected by PTSD, resulting in her turning to medication in order to sleep. Herein are twenty-seven extraordinary poems, expressing the anguish, the fear, and the desperation of a taunted woman trying to chase recovery and peace.
In this amazing love story, d'Iffinger challenges us to re-evaluate previously accepted norms, and even taboos, as we follow the broad cast of characters through the moral maze that is life and love in the twenty-first century.The story is told by one of the two principal characters, Nathan, so the reader is intimately involved throughout and neither bystander or voyeur.Nathan's family is English upper-middle class and some of the story is set on the family yacht based in the western Mediterranean which may be of particular interest to sailors and would-be sailors alike.We experience life through Nathan's eyes, both the ecstasy and the tragedy, that will test the reader's emotions to the limit.D'Iffinger confronts the explicit nature of love's sexual aspects with honesty and sensitivity, yet does not resort to any crudeness of language.Would your maiden aunt enjoy this book?You might well be surprised!
This is the tale of a happy little palm tree who grows up alone on an island. One day he gets tall enough to see past the sea and spots a pretty town full of trees sparkling in the distance. He begins to compare himself to the other trees and wonder why he's so ordinary and alone. While he's feeling down, some friendly visitors hatch a plan to cheer him up on Christmas Eve. With their help he learns to let his own special light shine.
Whiskers the little rabbit decides to make grumpy fox a pie. Hop along with her as she gets help from all the forest creatures. Will the grumpy fox enjoy the pie?
Maxx and Mrs. Queen is a heartwarming and unusual animal rescue story. Maxx, Harry, Greta, Tootsie, and ZaZa were themselves homeless until Uncle Oscar found them one cold, dark night and took them home. When Uncle Oscar is to be awarded an honorary title, Mrs. Queen invites Uncle Oscar to bring his family to meet her at the palace, and so begins this imaginative story of rescuing dogs and cats from life on the streets and finding them loving forever homes. Be prepared to laugh and cry as the story winds its way from Buckingham Palace through the streets of London and St. James's Park, bringing the homeless animals to safety, a Royal Fur Ball, and much more.
With its uplifting narrative and vibrant illustrations, "Cheeky Chickens" captivates the imaginations of young readers and parents alike. It celebrates the simple joys of childhood, the wonders of nature, and the lasting bonds we forge with the creatures around us. This enchanting book reminds us of the beauty of rural life, the importance of stewardship, and the power of connection, making it an enduring and cherished addition to any family's library.
Could the rainbow gardens, funny competition and magical seeds teach your child some life lessons? Surely so! Beautiful stories where children are the main characters is what this collection is all about. How feelings are felt, adventures experienced and conflicts solved can be found in this book. Colourful illustrations spark the imagination and take you and your child to amazing places. These stories give you the opportunity to not only spend that extra special time with your children but also to teach them important skills such as patience, the ability to work through frustration and how important it is to wind down and just be. The collection of stories, short and long, helps you choose the best one at any given time.
The story of young boy called Tommy who stumbles across a secret tree house being built at the bottom of his garden. He can see that lots of different animals and birds are busily helping with the building work and, much to his surprise, Tommy also finds out that the animals and birds can actually talk
Puppies are so much fun. They are cute and they are so clever. If you got to choose your own birthday present, would you want your very own puppy? Puppies are good fun but they can dig and misbehave. What solutions will our birthday boy come up with to this big dilemma? Open the book to be taken on a thoughtful decision making journey.
Papa is little and mighty. Papa is a senior toy poodle boy. He's brave, fun and loves to travel. Come adventure with Papa for his first time in Paris, he's bound to get into something fun!
With a childish sense of humor, a hungry pug and a curious cat research where chocolate comes from, how chocolate is made and why they cannot eat it but humans can. We are hoping this book is just the beginning of your journey into the history and making of chocolate and understanding why the chocolate we eat matters to the farmers and our planet.
"The Death and Rebirth of Affection" by Samual Karlin is a gripping exploration of the complexities of human connection. In this thought-provoking journey, Karlin delves into the depths of affection, unraveling its fragile nature and the transformative power it holds. With poetic prose and raw emotion, he takes readers on a rollercoaster of love, loss, and redemption. From the ashes of heartbreak to the blossoming of new beginnings, Karlin's words resonate with authenticity and vulnerability. With each turn of the page, readers will find themselves captivated by Karlin's profound insights that will keep them on the edge of their seat. "The Death and Rebirth of Affection" is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the intricacies of human relationships.
By 2376 A.D., Earth is no longer a life-sustainable planet.Teenagers Clark and Kent (self-named from the old films their father used to watch) are among the first pioneers to venture onto the planet Polaris, so far from Earth that they had to pass through two space stations to get here. They have traveled without their parents, but they are resilient and strong, helping to shape the planet into a New Earth.As the years go by, marriage and parenthood for one of them brings different problems, as well as having to face the friction caused by politicians and religious zealots. But in the end, somebody is going to have to decide...Is history repeating itself?
Kurt has finished university and finds himself faced with real life: get a job, settle down... He can't think of anything worse.Yearning for a final summer of good times before the inevitable capitulation to reality, he lets himself be charmed by the anarchic Lincoln. What starts as fun rapidly escalates to a frantic escape from a notorious psychopath, a member of The Grim Reapers, the gang Lincoln has just liberated a large bag of cash from.
The Killer Shrimp of Dauphin Island is a "southern" thriller, about an eleven-year-old boy, Noah and his fourteen-year-old brother, Mike. They are spending the summer on Dauphin Island, with their mother, while their father is off to war in Afghanistan.One sunny summer's day, Noah goes swimming in the shallows, while Mike tries his luck fishing at the end of the pier. Suddenly, Noah starts screaming: his toes are on fire! He runs out of the water. Sitting down in the dry white sand, he sees blood oozing from tiny cuts all over his feet. There is something attached to his big toe, a tiny shrimp with ragged pointy teeth dug into his skin.
For thousands of years, spiritual leaders have told us that matter and the physical world are unimportant. What was their reason for saying this? What did they see or understand that most of humanity has not understood about the physical world? And are they right? The physical world and matter seem so real to us. How can it be unimportant when it is all we can relate to? Where are we, and where do we go if we discard the physical world and matter? How should we act in the world? Is matter something we should treat with respect, or is it empty of meaning? This book dives into the physical world, matter, its metaphysics, and how to use it to become conscious.
Set in the early 1900s, Francesca's Story tells of the Bucci family's journey to America from Italy. The trials, heartache, and tribulations that come with most families, shows it face in every walk of life. Francesca survives and thrives under unimaginable circumstances. Set in Italy and America, relax and let the breeze of the Adriatico take you away to the rolling hills of Kentucky.
In this pandemic story, Peter Sheridan, an inveterate bachelor in his forties, a phlegmatic loner, content with his life, suddenly finds himself the guardian of his two nephews after his sister and her husband are killed. Seeking to wriggle her way into his life is the formidable character of Denise, who considers Peter a potential husband who might provide a home for her and her daughter. To further complicate matters, the boys arrive with a refugee in tow. Will Peter be able to cope with an instant family?
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