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ALMOST is about a young lad reared on a farm outside a small town (population 200) in rural Nebraska. He is the last of six children, his closest sibling nine years his senior. He's blessed with a fertile imagination and the influence of his...

80 Miles"Love, lust and Jesus!" says John, "that's what we are talking about." In this absorbing, heartfelt novel, Craig Bowler takes us inside the mind and heart of a teenaged boy as he searches for meaning; for belonging; for connection. More than a simple...

A Journey of Hope is the account of an extraordinary passage of time from the past into the future. It traces the salient aspects in the full life of Bob Parsons who graduates from a routine life style to take on a wake up...

This book is written with all my love to share what I, from my own experience, have had to live as a mother, teacher and Davis(R) facilitator. As I listen to other parents tell me about their journeys through therapies, doctors and diagnoses, I...

Resentful? Feeling frustrated and irritated with your spouse? Wondering if you're headed for divorce? You're not alone. After her blog post on marital resentment went viral, hundreds of thousands of readers wrote to Tanja Pajevic, asking for advice. Almost all of them thought they...

A woman reunites with her mother, Mabel, through a dream. The dream takes the daughter to heaven, where she and Mabel spend time together reviewing vignettes from Mabel's childhood in the fictitious town of Shoal Crossing, Alabama, in 1918. Mabel shares visually dramatic scenes...

Anneville is the true story of a prosperous, middle class family who were suddenly plunged into abject poverty by the stock market crash of 1929 and the ensuing economic catastrophe. The father, overwhelmed by despair abandons his wife and seven children to fend for...

A is for Attitude, the ABCs of Life is a book that was inspired by Robert Butler (Papa), the Grandfather and Great-Grandfather of the co-authors of the book. While growing up, Papa would use proverbs to teach his grandchildren and great-grandchildren lessons that he...

Cross-cultural studies have shown many times that the immediate benefits of Infant Massage include not only the promotion of sounder, longer sleeping patterns, but present a baby with a more overall comforted and soothed disposition. These contribute to an improved overall interaction and have...

In this revealing memoir a family struggles to survive and overcome their limiting beliefs, lack of awareness, and fears as they come to understand and accept that the child they thought was their daughter is really their son.Author: Terri Cook, Vince CookISBN-10: 0989402711ISBN-13: 9780989402712Publisher:...

Thump, thump, thump. Italo's feet pounded the ground as he ran farther and farther away. It wasn't a friend he was running from, as though he were playing an innocent game of tag. No, six-year-old Italo Recine experienced something more frightening than any six-year-old...

Is it possible that in our frenetic pursuit of knowledge, we lost the way to wisdom? We have explored the machinery of the atom, the depths of the oceans, the surface of the moon, the lifecycle of stars, and the mysteries of the human...

On March 19, 1995, I was given the most wonderful gift that anyone could ask. On this day, I was blessed with my daughter, Rachel-Anne Julia. You really never know how small things are until a gift like this is given. "Dad" is one...

On a warm summer's evening, while riding his bicycle with his girlfriend down a gentle slope something inexplicable happened. Suddenly, Adam flew over his handle bars, bounced on the street, and crushed the back of his head. TBI-traumatic brain injury. In that moment, Adam's...

How do changes in family form relate to changes in society as a whole? In a work which combines theoretical rigour with historical scope, Wally Seccombe provides a powerful study of the changing structure of families from the Middle Ages to the beginning of...

7 SUCCESSFUL PRINCIPLES FOR SINGLE MOTHERS RAISING SONS IS A PRACTICAL TOOL THAT ALL SINGLE MOTHERS CAN APPLY TO THEIR FAMILY. THE AUTHOR INTENTLY TAKES 7 PRINCIPLES THAT A YOUNG 16-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MOTHER USED IN RAISING HIM AND SHARES THEM WITH OTHER SINGLE MOTHERS...

African Aphorisms: Or Saws From Swahili Land is a book written by William Ernest Taylor and published in 1891. The book is a collection of aphorisms, or wise sayings, from the Swahili people of East Africa. The aphorisms cover a wide range of topics,...

Himalayan Households is a comprehensive study of the cultural ecology, demography, and domestic organization of the Tamang, the largest Tibeto-Burman speaking population of Nepal. A people on the cusp of a major socio-economic transformation.Author: Susan Dwyer AmussenISBN-10: 0231099797ISBN-13: 9780231099790Publisher: Columbia University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/01/1994Pages:...

Escape the cold and let Lucy Coleman transport you to glorious, sun-drenched France, for the perfect feel-good read. Paris and the Palace of Versailles have always meant a lot to TV producer Lexie. Her grandma Viv spent a year there, but her adventures and...

I have turned over various books written on the subject of education, and patiently observed the conduct of parents and the management of schools; but what has been the result?--a profound conviction that the neglected education of my fellow-creatures is the grand source of...

Inspired by the life of her mentally-challenged brother, Timmy...Brenda Hawbaker Lewis sets out to take the reader into Timmy's irreverent, hysterically funny, and insightful world Filled with "Timmy-isms", short stories, and pictures, "A Gorgeous Sexy Life" is a "feel-good book in a trying time",...

Family relations are undergoing dramatic changes globally and locally. At the same time, certain features of family life endure. This popular book, now in a fully updated second edition, presents a comprehensive assessment of recent research on 'family', parenting, childhood and interpersonal ties. A...

Alexandria August has determination to overcome everything and accept her free spirited ways. Embracing all parts of her life and this world, she's refusing to let anything hold her down. Something is pushing her forward, but she's got to find out what's attracting her...

Some say God is unjust, but he isn't. For instance, he was fair in refurbishing. We punish Adam, Eve, and Satan. The first family, Cain killed Abel, Adam and Eve, not Steve. A new study of the Holy Bible suggests more equality among the...

I would say there is a fair chance that one day we all may shuffle off this mortal coil. To make things easier for family and loved ones, I would suggest that we all think about our final set; spell it out while we...

The simple message of this book is that divorcing husbands and wives should not allow divorce lawyers to send them off on a fool's errand that will take what is already a tragedy in their lives and turn it into a nightmare. That is...

The author tracks his Scots-Irish roots from the Irish Sea kingdom of Dal Riata in the 500's to McGee's Town (Balmaghie), Scotland in the 900's and on to McGee's, Colorado in the 1880's. He writes of his ancestors as they immigrate to America, participate...

Unlocking your family's hidden history has never been easier, with this ultimate guide to family history interviews. This book will teach you how to prepare for, conduct, and learn from interviews with family members. Includes 2000 useful, creative questions to get your relatives' fascinating...

Defining lies as statements that are intended to deceive, this book considers the contexts in which people tell lies and explores the consequences. The author looks at societies with distinctive religious and ethical traditions where lying is the norm. He also shows how children...

This book of whimsical anecdotes will warm your heart as you read the nostalgic stories of the thirteenth child's memories about life on a large dairy farm in Western New York with her mom, dad and twelve brothers and sisters. Later in the book,...

Choosing who to date - and ultimately finding true love - is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. This book is a terrific tool for making your dating life manageable, meaningful, and marketable. Les hits upon the key to a...

Author: Marvin R. LevineISBN-10: 8985199900ISBN-13: 9798985199901Publisher: Marvin LevineLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/08/2022Pages: 254Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.83lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.58d

This is the life story of a brave man who dares to dream of people uniting in love to rescue one of our most precious commodities: thousands of at-risk children torn by poverty, poor education, drugs, and murder. Raised fatherless in extreme lack, Joe...

365 EVERYDAY Feng Shui Tips Journal will provide you with the utmost insights into your journaling, an incredible tool to help manage adversity as well as tackle personal growth. By taking the time to journal and reflect on your feelings and actions, you can...

The simple message of this book is that divorcing husbands and wives should not allow divorce lawyers to send them off on a fool's errand that will take what is already a tragedy in their lives and turn it into a nightmare. That is...

This book is a true story of three sisters who lived in South Carolina and were sold as slaves to a master in Mississippi. They were able to escape from him, ride a ferry as Stole-Away, swim the Mississippi River, hide in the woods...

The first of two very popular and unique anthologies of short stories that were written specifically be read out-loud to older adults, A Loving Voice offers an imaginative and creative way for family members, friends and professionals to reach out to, communicate with, and...

"Godly Relationships in an Ungodly World" ...Is this possible? If you can't remember the last time you felt truly treasured in your love life, or wonder why you continue to go through unrelenting cycles of heartache & pain, shattered dreams, and DRAMA, then let...

This book is a wakeup call. It highlights relationships and staying in love as serious adventures for adults, not Disney rides for kids. Relationships make you stronger and more defined as a person or call out your weakest and least evolved parts. Falling in...

This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as...

Through her paintings and her words, Jodi Hills gives a brief story of her life - so far. A story of lemons, pain, survival, hope and love. We all have a story to tell. We are all here to bear witness. Perhaps the beautiful...

Losing her daddy before she was born, Nyla often wonders how different her family could have been. One night while she writes in her diary, she daydreams of how much fun it could be with her daddy by her side to make wonderful memories!Author:...

Author: Joshua FeketeISBN-10: 1087986591ISBN-13: 9781087986593Publisher: Fekete EnterprisesLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2022Pages: 52Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.14lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.25w x 0.11dLarge Print

23: Voices of Adopted YouthSynopsis"'Begin at the beginning', the King said, very gravely, 'and go on till you come to the end: then stop.'" - Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll Beginnings and endings can be confusing for adoptees. There are so many...

This book is a collection of short stories, mostly in rhyme. The stories are all stand alone, so they don't necessarily have to be read in order. Their target is the 4-8 years old group. The kids that are either just about to start...

This is a book aimed at the just about to read and beginning reader kids. The stories are positive stories about making the right decisions, how to deal with bullies and it's okay to be different. Some of the stories just appeal to the...

Author: Tricia LM, T. MonkISBN-10: 8985556312ISBN-13: 9798985556315Publisher: Tri-State Logistic Essentials, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/06/2022Pages: 50Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.18lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.10d

This manual provides instruction for blended families, professionals who counsel blended families, and anyone who interacts with the blended family. Little research exists on blended families and their emotional needs; this lack of information led to the desire to write a manual for counseling...

Come along for the ride as this preacher girl learns to trust God through many of life's adventures.See how God proves Himself at her first horse show and later saves the life of one of her horses.Hear the humorous stories of the hoot owl...

These 44 stories were written between November 26, 2013 and August 18, 2014. What Happens Next is 93 pages long and the second book in A Brand New World. The first one is subtitled, The First 15 Months and it has 136 stories.The next...