How can I save my loved one? is a question being asked every day by thousands of parents, grandparents, spouses, siblings, and friends who are experiencing addiction in their families. Many spend decades of heartache searching for the answer. A countless number never discover the truth, but one mother did. Ricki Elks tells her story of her loved ones making dangerous life choices and her futile attempts over the years to save them. She shares how her lowest point led to her greatest victory. The crisis of her sons entrapment by addiction set in motion her quest for answers. She eventually made a decision that was a catalyst into a hopeful life that, to her, had once seemed hopeless. Ricki Elks does not share theories; she shares experiencethe experience of a mother who has been in the battle. She also shares discovered truths that opened her eyes to a better life that was possible. Now her desire is to offer the hope she found to others who are asking the same question she once asked, Can I save my loved one? Through the insightful and thoughtfully prepared recounting of her story, she takes you on a journey that has life-changing potential.
Biz Stone, the co-founder of Twitter, discusses innovation, creativity and the secrets of being a successful entrepreneur, through stories from his remarkable life and career. THINGS A LITTLE BIRD TOLD ME From GQ's 'Nerd of the Year' to one of Time's most influential people in the world, Biz Stone represents different things to different people. But he is known to all as the creative, effervescent, funny, charmingly positive and remarkably savvy co-founder of Twitter -- the social media platform that singlehandedly changed the way the world works. Now, Biz tells fascinating, pivotal, and personal stories from his early life and his careers at Google and Twitter, sharing his knowledge about the nature and importance of ingenuity today. In Biz's world: -Opportunity can be manufactured -Great work comes from abandoning a linear way of thinking -Creativity never runs out -Asking questions is free -Empathy is core to personal and global success In this book, Biz also addresses failure, the value of vulnerability, ambition, and corporate culture. Whether seeking behind-the-scenes stories, advice, or wisdom and principles from one of the most successful businessmen of the new century, THINGS A LITTLE BIRD TOLD ME will satisfy every reader.
Comfort Snowberger is well acquainted with death since her family runs the funeral parlor in their small southern town, but even so the ten-year-old is unprepared for the series of heart-wrenching events that begins on the first day of Easter vacation with the sudden death of her beloved great-uncle Edisto.
Nominated for the 2020 CILIP Carnegie Medal Bridie lives on the remote Scottish island of Tornish, the youngest of three sisters. Although she loves her island, with its wild seas and big skies, she guiltily nurses a secret dream of flight - to America and the freedom of the New World. But her family are struggling under the spiteful oppression of the new Laird, and it seems that even some of the Laird's own household are desperate to leave. When the Laird's full cruelty becomes apparent, there's no more time for daydreams as Bridie needs to help the people she loves escape to safety. Cover and chapter head illustrations by Jasu Hu. Map illustration by Hannah Horn. The first in a gripping, dramatic new series from much-loved author, Karen McCombie. "This involving, evocative tale, narrated by Bridie with a hint of period language, is a study of rich and poor, offering clearly-drawn characters."- Nicolette Jones, Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week "There's heart in this Scottish adventure. . . This is (Karen's) best. It has a vivid setting, emotional punch and characters to really care about." - Alex O'Connell, The Times, Children's Book of the Week "It may all seem a far cry from the "slushy, gushy love songs" of Ally's World. And yet here, as there, McCombie displays her gift, which is to create a narrator who sounds thoroughly convincing, and to inhabit the consciousness of a child." Emily Bearn, The Telegraph "Little Bird Flies by Karen McCombie is the evocative and beautifully written tale of Bridie (Little Bird) who dreams of a bigger life than the one she's destined for on her tiny Scottish isle of Tornish. With themes of immigration and prejudice and characters you'll root for, this will appeal to fans of Emma Carroll and Marie-Louise Jensen." - Michelle Harrison, author of A Pinch of Magic
Story #1 The Brave Little Lion The summary of this story is: The story of Simba, the Brave Little Lion, is about bravery, drive, and kindness. Simba's journey of self-discovery starts when he decides he wants to be brave like his father, the powerful lion king. Simba learns that being brave isn't just about being strong. It's also about standing up for what's right, even if it means going against the odds. He does this with his father's advice and his own drive. Throughout the book, Simba faces many challenges and problems, but his bravery and ability to lead help him get past them. He saves animals from flames, leads a search-and-rescue mission, and saves a small bird that got stuck in a burning tree. Simba's actions show us how important it is to have empathy, kindness, and persistence when we want to reach our goals. Simba's story tells us all to be kind and caring to all living things, to help when we see someone in need, and to thank people who help us. Like the brave little lion Simba, we can make a change in the world by being kind, persistent, and having a big heart. Story # 2 A Brave Dog Who Saves His Owner from Danger Summary of this story. Max, a loyal and trustworthy dog, saves his owner, Jake, from danger in the woods by charging at a group of strangers. Max gets older and sicker as the years go by. Jake still admires Max's courage and loyalty, even though Max is dead. Jake knows that Max's spirit will always look out for him and protect him from afar. The story focuses on how close a dog and its owner are, as well as how strong love and loyalty are, Start Resumes, Once upon a time, a brave dog named Max lived in a small town surrounded by hills. Max was a golden retriever. His fur was golden, and his eyes were big and brown. His family was kind and loving, and they lived in a comfortable cottage on the edge of town. Max wasn't just any dog; he was a member of the family. As soon as he got there, they fell in love with his soft fur, soulful eyes, and boundless energy. Max loved spending time with his family, whether it was playing with the kids or going on long walks with Jake. Jake and Max spent a lot of time together. Jake's life was full of ups and downs, but Max was always there for him. When Jake was sad or lonely, Max would nuzzle him with his nose or snuggle up next to him to cheer him up and keep him company. Max was always eager to try new things and learn more. He liked chasing squirrels around the courtyard and playing catch with his family the most. But he was also happy to lie at the feet of his beloved owner while he read or watched TV. Max always went with Jake, no matter where he went. Max was always by Jake's side, ready for whatever adventures lay ahead, whether it was a trip to the park or a visit to a friend's house. Jake liked having Max around because he knew he could always count on his loyal friend to be there for him. Max was more than just a friend, though. He was also a guardian. Max would howl and growl when someone came to the front door to let his family know he was on guard. When they went for walks, Max was always looking out for dangers that might be around the next corner. Even though Max was a protective person, he was kind and loving to his family. He loved nothing more than to sleep or sit on the couch with them at night. He was there for them whenever they needed comfort or help. As Max got older, he lost some of his energy, but his love for his family never changed. Even though he wasn't as fast as he used to be when chasing squirrels, he still liked going for walks with Jake and spending time with his family.
These are stories of animals in Newfoundland and Labrador that are often disregarded, disliked, or even feared. The stories weave together information about their biology with elements of the folklore and traditional knowledge that brings these creatures to life.
Four of us. Lourdes, María, Cora, Lucia. We had once been five, before Graciela left us. All of these cuentos belong to us. Trust us when we take your hands. 'A gripping and spellbinding novel about a sisterhood ripped apart by violence, narrated by a ghostly chorus. An unforgettable debut.' Brit Bennett, author of The Vanishing Half Graciela is raised in the shadow of El Salvador's Izalco volcanos, dusty-kneed and bound closely to her friends. Her life changes entirely when a messenger from the Capital comes to claim her. At nine years old she has been selected to work as an oracle to the country's fearsome dictator, who believes she is a muse capable of foreseeing the future of El Salvador. Brought to the city, far from her mother and friends, Graciela is introduced to Consuelo, the sister she’s never known. Consuelo is wilful, talented and desirous, and despite their differences the girls are a small fortress within the dictator’s regime. La Matanza - the brutal massacre that tore through El Salvador in 1932 - will change their lives, and their country, forever. But neither ever gives up hope that they might be reunited once more. Narrated by a chorus of victims of the massacre - ghost girls who have died, but who have not yet finished telling their story - The Volcano Daughters is an unforgettable story about resilience, reinvention and sisterhood. * A Most Anticipated Book of the Year from Vulture and Electric Literature *
