Playing the Cards You're Dealt (Scholastic Gold)
Playing the Cards You're Dealt (Scholastic Gold)

Author: Varian Johnson

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2021-10-05

Total Pages: 222

ISBN-13: 1338348582

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“With a deft hand, Johnson shows us there's no such thing as "too young" when it comes to questioning big ideas like manhood, or even family.” –Jason Reynolds, New York Times bestselling author of Look Both Ways and Stamped Literary powerhouse and Coretta Scott King Honor- and Boston Globe / Horn Book Honor-winning author of The Parker Inheritance Varian Johnson explores themes of toxic masculinity and family legacy in this heartfelt, hopeful story of one boy discovering what it really means to be a man. SECRETS ARE ALWAYS A GAMBLE Ten-year-old Anthony Joplin has made it to double digits! Which means he's finally old enough to play in the spades tournament every Joplin Man before him seems to have won. So while Ant's friends are stressing about fifth grade homework and girls, Ant only has one thing on his mind: how he'll measure up to his father's expectations at the card table. Then Ant's best friend gets grounded, and he's forced to find another spades partner. And Shirley, the new girl in his class, isn't exactly who he has in mind. She talks a whole lot of trash -- way more than his old partner. Plus, he's not sure that his father wants him playing with a girl. But she's smart and tough and pretty, and knows every card trick in the book. So Ant decides to join forces with Shirley -- and keep his plans a secret. Only it turns out secrets are another Joplin Man tradition. And his father is hiding one so big it may tear their family apart...

The Deck of Life
The Deck of Life

Author: Richard Ferrara

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2008-03

Total Pages: 182

ISBN-13: 0595480616

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Inspiration for The Deck of Life emerged from my clinical observations of patients in my practice of dermatology and internal medicine. I became increasingly aware of the connection between the genetic code as it relates to body build, temperament, and disease predisposition. It was further observed that these factors were influenced by the patient's "belief system" as it relates to personal characteristics, behavior, and reactions to life's situations. This book explores this unique relationship and our inherent ability to alter these features. It confirms the truth that we have a choice and an unlimited capacity to live a life stress free, with peace, happiness and longevity. In the pages of this enlightening book the reader is guided to discover his dominate and sub-dominate temperament. A better understanding of ourselves enables us to "play a winning hand" with the cards you're dealt in life. Consequently we will make decisions more wisely in the areas of health, career choice, choosing a mate, child-rearing, and the day-to-day communications and enjoyment of the people in our lives.

The Cards You've Been Dealt
The Cards You've Been Dealt

Author: Edward Fields, IV

Publisher:

Published: 2020-05

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780578681283

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Ever wondered why women go for the bad boys and nice guys never have any success in dating and relationships? Maybe you're a woman who's been dating all the wrong men, but you can't quite seem to break the cycle. Whatever your experience is with dating, The Cards You've Been Dealt: Play the Game will help you look at your dating patterns and relationship habits in a new light. Whether you're single and always end up dating someone with children who spend your hard-earned cash, or ghosts you after the first date, this book tells it like it is: the hard truths and harsh realities you need to face to be successful in dating and relationships.With positive affirmations, teachable moments and real-life conversations and scenarios, The Cards You've Been Dealt: Play the Game is the essential dating book for anyone tired of paying dating coaches and looking online for advice that never seems to help. From tips and tricks for choosing the right partner to first date ideas and red flags to look out for, it's all here - and it will help you to experience more success in your dating life and finding love.Edward Fields IV is a military veteran who served in the United States Air Force and a graduate student in counselling at Oakland University. When he's not writing, he enjoys reading, spending time with family and friends, playing guitar, video games and practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The Cards You've Been Dealt: Play the Game is the author's fourth book in the dating genre.

The Hand You're Dealt
The Hand You're Dealt

Author: Paul Volponi

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2008-09-30

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13: 1416964746

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When Huck Porter's dad suddenly dies, it feels like nothing will ever make sense again. Huck's "best friend" thinks that Huck should just get over it, the girl he likes won't give him the time of day, and his mom now works all hours at a roadside diner to make ends meet. The only thing that still makes sense for Huck is the game his dad taught him, the game they spent hours playing together: Texas hold'em. Worse than all of that, though, is Huck's math teacher, Mr. Abbott -- a hungry card shark with an ego to match his appetite. He now wears the local poker tournament's first prize, a silver watch that Huck's dad wore proudly for three years. So Huck hatches a plan to knock Abbott off his throne and win back the watch. Only, bluffing his way into the tournament will mean lying to everyone Huck knows. But as Huck gets deeper in the tournament and starts to lose himself in the cards, he begins to wonder who he'll be when the last hand is played. Raw and gritty, Paul Volponi's novel about grief, family, and poker is an adrenaline rush that starts with a bang and doesn't let up until the final page is turned. A coming-of-age story set at a card table, The Hand You're Dealt will leave readers wondering what they would risk in a game.

The Last Lecture
The Last Lecture

Author: Randy Pausch

Publisher:

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780340978504

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The author, a computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer, explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family.

Fair Play
Fair Play

Author: Eve Rodsky

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2021-01-05

Total Pages: 385

ISBN-13: 0525541942

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AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A REESE'S BOOK CLUB PICK Tired, stressed, and in need of more help from your partner? Imagine running your household (and life!) in a new way... It started with the Sh*t I Do List. Tired of being the “shefault” parent responsible for all aspects of her busy household, Eve Rodsky counted up all the unpaid, invisible work she was doing for her family—and then sent that list to her husband, asking for things to change. His response was...underwhelming. Rodsky realized that simply identifying the issue of unequal labor on the home front wasn't enough: She needed a solution to this universal problem. Her sanity, identity, career, and marriage depended on it. The result is Fair Play: a time- and anxiety-saving system that offers couples a completely new way to divvy up domestic responsibilities. Rodsky interviewed more than five hundred men and women from all walks of life to figure out what the invisible work in a family actually entails and how to get it all done efficiently. With 4 easy-to-follow rules, 100 household tasks, and a series of conversation starters for you and your partner, Fair Play helps you prioritize what's important to your family and who should take the lead on every chore, from laundry to homework to dinner. “Winning” this game means rebalancing your home life, reigniting your relationship with your significant other, and reclaiming your Unicorn Space—the time to develop the skills and passions that keep you interested and interesting. Stop drowning in to-dos and lose some of that invisible workload that's pulling you down. Are you ready to try Fair Play? Let's deal you in.

Thriving Life
Thriving Life

Author: Laura Berg

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2021-11-02

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 0757323979

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Learn how to cope, overcome hard times, and not only survive, but thrive. Learn how to take charge of your life and transform the way you view yourself, your relationships, and your experiences with this unique reference. Each chapter discusses a specific issue that many people struggle with such as defining one’s own happiness, dealing with rejection, and setting limits in relationships. With practical tips and a step-by-step approach to help find what makes you happy, you will learn to stop selling yourself short and how to rise above anything that life throws at you. Everyone has their own share of struggles, but with the right tools and attitude, it is possible to overcome and flourish.

The Parker Inheritance (Scholastic Gold)
The Parker Inheritance (Scholastic Gold)

Author: Varian Johnson

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2018-03-27

Total Pages: 295

ISBN-13: 0545952794

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A Coretta Scott King Author Honor and Boston Globe / Horn Book Honor winner!"Powerful.... Johnson writes about the long shadows of the past with such ambition that any reader with a taste for mystery will appreciate the puzzle Candice and Brandon must solve." -- The New York Times Book ReviewWhen Candice finds a letter in an old attic in Lambert, South Carolina, she isn't sure she should read it. It's addressed to her grandmother, who left the town in shame. But the letter describes a young woman. An injustice that happened decades ago. A mystery enfolding its writer. And the fortune that awaits the person who solves the puzzle.So with the help of Brandon, the quiet boy across the street, she begins to decipher the clues. The challenge will lead them deep into Lambert's history, full of ugly deeds, forgotten heroes, and one great love; and deeper into their own families, with their own unspoken secrets. Can they find the fortune and fulfill the letter's promise before the answers slip into the past yet again?

The Creative Tarot
The Creative Tarot

Author: Jessa Crispin

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2016-02-16

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 1501120239

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A guide for artists and creative people looking to tarot for guidance and inspiration. Written for novices and seasoned readers alike, "The Creative Tarot" is a unique guidebook that reimagines tarot cards and the ways they can boost the creative process.

Deal Your Own Destiny
Deal Your Own Destiny

Author: Kate Delaney

Publisher: Forbesbooks

Published: 2018-11-09

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781946633149

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No One Gets To Decide The Hand They're Dealt In Life Become The Dealer When Kate Delaney, an award-winning journalist, felt down on her luck and her career, she decided to take the fate of her future into her own hands. Through anecdotes from her early career, as well as reflections on the stories of great athletes, Deal Your Own Destiny reveals how Kate went from working at small, local radio stations to hosting two nationally syndicated radio shows and how you can take control of the trajectory of your future. In this quick and impactful read, Delaney walks you through the decisions that were paramount to her career's success and how you can make bold moves that change the course of your destiny. Filled with valuable lessons including finding the right balance between work and life and dedicating yourself to your path, Deal Your Own Destiny is essential for anyone seeking to make life- or career-changing decisions. Start dealing your own destiny today.