It’s a novel that can be best described as a fantasy and love story woven around colonial American history and the twenty-first century. The main character, Jim Arnot, is a computer programmer who works for a company in the state of Maine. After running into some health issues, he decides to take a vacation to Salem, Massachusetts. There, he has an unexpected heart attack and he dreams that he travels back in time to the Salem witch trials of 1692. Shortly thereafter, he realizes Leila was nothing more than the spectra of his imagination, so he turns his attention to Dee Ann Nicewell, the nurse who saves his life. Anyway, as fate would have it, after being smitten by her absolutely stunning beauty, he lives one of the most memorable years of his life until tragedy strikes. An automobile accident takes her life, and when that happens, Jim turns to her sister, Sarah, for support in his time of grief. From there, a deep, everlasting bond is made between them, and that paves the way for a brand new chapter in his life.
The beautiful and free-spirited Raini Blue is a struggling artist with aspirations to have her own gallery. Believing she is content, she's comfortable with her job at a local bookstore and selling her wares in the New Orleans French Market. But her world is about to shift when Tre LaSalle, the man with whom she shared her first kiss as a teenager, comes back into her life.Between his new role as mayor of a world-renowned city and being a single father to his eight-year-old daughter, Tre has little time for relationships. Until Raini Blue. Intrigued by her beauty and her resistance to his charms, he is determined to win her over. Tre ignites her passions and awakens desires long dormant, but Raini wonders if he can truly accept her bohemian lifestyle, whether or not her family's checkered past will hurt his political aspirations, and ultimately, can she trust him with her heart?
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST • The instant classic debut novel from the author of Inland and The Morningside, hailed as “a thrilling beginning to what will certainly be a great literary career” (Elle) “Spectacular . . . [Téa Obreht] spins a tale of such marvel and magic in a literary voice so enchanting that the mesmerized reader wants her never to stop.”—Entertainment Weekly “Not since Zadie Smith has a young writer arrived with such power and grace.”—Time ONE OF THE TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times; Entertainment Weekly; The Christian Science Monitor; The Kansas City Star; Library Journal In a Balkan country mending from war, Natalia, a young doctor, is compelled to unravel the mysterious circumstances surrounding her beloved grandfather’s recent death. Searching for clues, she turns to his worn copy of The Jungle Book and the stories he told her of his encounters over the years with “the deathless man.” But most extraordinary of all is the story her grandfather never told her—the legend of the tiger’s wife. Weaving a brilliant latticework of family legend, loss, and love, Téa Obreht, hailed by Colum McCann as “the most thrilling literary discovery in years,” has spun a timeless novel that will establish her as one of the most vibrant, original authors of her generation. ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The Wall Street Journal, O: The Oprah Magazine, The Economist, Vogue, Slate, Chicago Tribune, The Seattle Times, Dayton Daily News, Publishers Weekly, Alan Cheuse, NPR’s All Things Considered
Step into a poignant narrative of resilience and camaraderie set against the backdrop of a tumultuous era in the early 1990s. Within a society grappling with scarcity and adversity, ordinary individuals like Angelina, a young teacher, navigate a world marked by economic instability and emotional challenges. The haunting emptiness of store shelves, prolonged salary delays, and an overarching sense of hopelessness loom large, casting a shadow over daily life. Angelina, resourceful and determined, grapples with the daunting reality of mismatched boots and the trials of providing for her family amidst a climate of scarcity. Despite the grim circumstances, an unbreakable bond with her neighbor, Tiffany, weaves a thread of solace and understanding through the fabric of their lives. As Tiffany grapples with personal turmoil and the haunting consequences of a life-altering decision, Angelina's unwavering support serves as a beacon of hope amidst the darkness. In the midst of these trials, moments of warmth and joy punctuate the narrative, offering glimpses of the indomitable human spirit. From the tender exchange between Angelina and her daughter, Jane, to the heartwarming aroma of a home-cooked meal, every scene is infused with a resolute determination to find solace in the simple joys of life. Join Angelina and Tiffany on a compelling journey through the intricacies of friendship, love, and the resilience of the human heart, as they navigate a world fraught with challenges, finding strength in each other and the unyielding pursuit of hope and happiness.
At the start of the 1941 baseball season, neither Joe DiMaggio of the New York Yankees nor Ted Williams of the Boston Red Sox were beloved by baseball fans. But that all changed when Joe started a 56-game hitting streak and Ted's batting average rose to over .400. Despite numerous challenges along the way-Joe had his bat stolen by an overeager fan and Ted's batting average dipped to .3995 on the last day of the season-the records set by "Joltin' Joe" and "The Splendid Splinter" have yet to be broken. New York Times bestselling author of the Sluggers series (with Loren Long), Phil Bildner has written an accessible tribute to two of baseball's greatest heroes. Packed with fun facts and statistics for eager fans to pore over, this book is sure to be a home run!
Packed with superheroes, supervillains, and epic showdowns between good and evil, The Unforgettable Logan Foster from debut author Shawn Peters shows that sometimes being a hero is just about being yourself. Logan Foster has pretty much given up on the idea of ever being adopted. It could have something to with his awkward manner, his photographic memory, or his affection for reciting curious facts, but whatever the cause, Logan and his “PP’s” (prospective parents) have never clicked. Then everything changes when Gil and Margie arrive. Although they aren’t exactly perfect themselves—Gil has the punniest sense of humor and Margie’s cooking would have anyone running for the hills—they genuinely seem to care. But it doesn’t take Logan long to notice some very odd things about them. They are out at all hours, they never seem to eat, and there’s a part of the house that is protected by some pretty elaborate security. No matter what Logan could have imagined, nothing prepared him for the truth: His PP’s are actually superheroes, and they’re being hunted down by dastardly forces. Logan’s found himself caught in the middle in a massive battle and the very fate of the world may hang in the balance. Will Logan be able to find a way to save the day and his new family? 2024 Illinois Bluestem Reader's Choice Award Nominee
He doesn't remember his past, but could she have a future with him? Angie Lopez, a widowed mom, works hard at Singleton’s Jewelers. Sam Singleton, her often-irritating boss, hardly does anything besides work. He doesn’t spend time with friends and family, even around the holidays. That’s why Angie’s the one who winds up taking care of him when a head injury leaves him with amnesia. As Sam attempts to remember who he is, he learns about the luxurious but empty life he leads…and he’s not impressed. Meanwhile, Angie sees a new side of him as he shares Christmas traditions with her, her son Pepe, and her extended family. Angie shares touching, emotional moments with Sam. But if he gets his memories back, what will happen to her heart? This heartwarming holiday romance includes a free Hallmark original recipe for Arroz Con Pollo (Chicken and Rice.)"
There's nothing more critical to your success than your ability to stand out as a uniquely qualified, valuable, appealing individual -- someone whom other people really want to work with, work for, know, and help. Make Yourself Unforgettable takes an in-depth look at the 10 essential elements of being unforgettable, and gives you a clear-cut step-by-step guide for developing and embodying them. In this dynamic book, you'll learn the secrets of the Dale Carnegie Class-Act System: - The six steps to managing communication problems honestly, effectively, and unforgettably. - Four unsuspecting stumbling blocks to completely ethical behavior, and how to avoid them. - A new way to understand and exude confidence. - The five key social skills that identify someone as a class act. - How to neutralize and even prevent fear and anxiety -- in yourself and in the people around you. - Resiliency builders that will hone and strengthen your ability to bounce back from adversity. Once you discover exactly how you can naturally and effortlessly distinguish yourself, you'll find that people in every area of your life -- from work to home and everywhere in between -- respond to you more positively and generously than they ever have before!
AN UNFORGETTABLE AFTER-GRAD takes the guesswork out of planning and operating one of the most important events in a graduation year - the all-night graduation party. Combining her many years of corporate event planning along with her desire to keep her own three teen graduates safe, Linda Hunter has developed an easy-to-understand and easy-to-use guidebook for volunteer committees to produce a successful and memorable After-Grad event. Designed for committee use, this practical guide provides a step-by-step, month-by-month approach, breaking down the almost year long process into a straightforward, uncomplicated and manageable project. Based on a systematic approach, this book includes: inspiration, along with tried and true ideas to help you design your own unforgettable event specific instructions and directions for each committee, eliminating planning guesswork a convenient monthly calendar of 'action items' to keep your committee on time and on track 26 essential, adaptable, easy-to-use, forms to make planning faster and easier. RAVE REVIEWS Finally there is help for those parent committees struggling with the organizing of their school's dry grad. I have worked with hundreds of grads over the past 25 years and seen the success and importance of celebrating the once-in-a-lifetime graduation in a safe and organized environment. Linda Hunter's book is what every grad committee needs - easy to use and comprehensive. Get it, you'll use it and you'll be glad you did! - Robert Mesmer, America's Grad Hypnotist direct from Princess Cruise Lines With her strong background in event planning, along with her incredible energy and huge commitment, this amazing woman has volunteered countless hours coordinating these very successful, safe and fun filled nights for the kids. Linda has established the "After-Grad" Template for new parent organizers, not just for Parkland Secondary, but for other high schools to learn from her talents and her experience. I hope her strong commitment for the positive and safe After-Grad goes on for years to come. - Heather McAughtrie, Catering and Conference Manager, UVic Students' Society, University of Victoria About the Author - LINDA HUNTER Linda Hunter has over 20 years of conference and event planning experience, and has successfully produced five unforgettable After-Grad events for Parkland Secondary School, including the founding event in 2006. Linda lives in Sidney, British Columbia where she shares her heart and her home with her husband, 3 grown children and her mother, and where she remains open to possibility and dedicated to service. Her hope for all high school graduates is that they will embrace a safe dry After-Grad event so that their graduation really can be the time of their life and not the end of their lifetime.
