Oftentimes, young boys forget or don't know how to see themselves as the special gifts they are. But a strong, competent father figure can help teach their sons this mind-set. In Daddy's Shoulders, author Laura Abbott offers a way to view the world through the perspective of a young boy as he experiences his universe from atop his daddy's shoulders in this one-of-a-kind rhyming children's book. This is an eLIVE book, meaning each printed copy contains a special code redeemable for the free download of the audio version of the book.
Ask any father, or any daughter--the relationship between dads and daughters is special, and vitally important. To a whole generation of filmgoers, Jeff Bridges is "the Dude," but to a more important group of people he is "Dad." The actor-musician-artist and one of his real-life daughters have teamed up to produce a book to inspire fathers and daughters--and whole families--to find the joy and closeness in their relationships. When Belle announces to Dad that this day is "Daddy Daughter Day," it sparks a series of adventures that turns the house and the backyard into a clay work shop, a beauty parlor, and even a circus, with Mom and little brother Sammie getting involved! Written by Isabelle Bridges-Boesch, and illustrated by Jeff himself, this is a book for daughters, fathers, and families to treasure all their lives!
Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression- A powerful and inspirational saga of love, survival, and second chances. When Dawn Jensen's family is forced to leave their cherished cabin and thrust into the life of traveling farm workers, their quest for a new home eventually leads them to the captivating Makah reservation in Neah Bay, WA. As the family adjusts to life in Neah Bay, Dawn forms a deep friendship with a spirited Native American girl named Talie. Talie's wisdom and connection to the land become a source of inspiration for Dawn. Together, they navigate the challenges of their circumstances, forging a bond that transcends cultural differences and serves as a testament to the power of friendship. Amidst a landscape rich in ancient traditions and rugged beauty, Dawn's journey takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with a charismatic man from Oklahoma, sparking newfound hope and the promise of a fresh start. Told through the unique eyes of young Dawn Jensen, Rachel Valencourt's debut novel unfolds as an inspirational tale of survival, love, well-guarded secrets, and the unbreakable bonds of family. Coming of age during the looming shadow of WWII, Dawn emerges as a resilient young woman, her spirit shaped by the era's challenges. Her resolve is put to the test when a chance encounter compels her to protect a family secret that could threaten the stability of her adult life. "Every Night Has A Dawn" is a poignant journey that transports readers from the wild woods of Washington State to the sprawling ranches of Oklahoma and finally the sun-kissed shores of California, weaving a transformative story of survival and revival. Will Dawn and her family find the strength to weather the storms that could shatter their world? Discover the answers in Every Night Has A Dawn, the first installment in the epic Winds of Change trilogy.
When their son Rowan was born, Rupert and Kristin's dream had come true. But the dream became a nightmare when their beautiful boy developed a disorder that left him incapable of communication, tormented by raging fits, requiring 24-hour care - and shattering their lives. Then, one day, father and son were walking in the woods near their house and stumbled across their neighbour's old brown horse, Betsy. What happened next was unlike anything Rupert had ever seen. Certainly, the effect on Betsy was extraordinary: she went stock-still and bowed her head, wide-eyed and quivering before the child. But when Rupert lifted Rowan onto Betsy's back, the effect on his son was nothing short of miraculous: Rowan started to speak... Shaken but exhilarated, Rupert proposed that the family make a journey to the ancient homeland of the horse, deep in the wilds of Mongolia, where he'd heard astonishing stories of healing and transformation. So began an epic journey on horseback, from their home in Texas to the furthest reaches of the planet - a journey that would test their love, challenge their beliefs, and change their lives.
"After more than forty years, Lucy Daniels, author of the prize-winning Caleb, My Son, returns with a new novel, The Eyes of the Father, with the same vigor and passion but with a honed wisdom and wealth of insight. Daniels is a remarkably gifted writer who sings a tremblingly beautiful song." --Dannye Romine Powell, author of Parting the Curtains: Interviews with Southern Writers "As a black woman artist who deals with race and identity in my paintings, I resonated with the inner conflicts of Lucy Daniels' beautifully drawn characters in The Eyes of the Father." --Beverly McIver, Artist "Simple clarity lit onto layers of complex emotions are the brushstrokes by which Lucy Daniels paints her tale of a South never rid of its history. The Eyes of the Father sings to a soulful rhythm of sustenance in the battle between tradition and its invisible enemy, indifference." --Martin Tucker, Writer/Editor As a small child in Los Angeles, blue-eyed, red-haired, black-skinned Lily Price, daughter of a flamboyant white musician and a beautiful black singer, glories in the delight her father shows for her and her strikingly "special" appearance. But when tragedy brings Lily and her mother back east to the rigidly conservative home of her fundamentalist minister grandfather in Millboro, North Carolina, "special" is viewed as "freak." Lily's emotional response to this loss is only one of several with which this story demonstrates the power the past wields over the present.
Thirty seven children, along with their bus driver, have been kidnapped on their way to school. They’ve been hidden away in a location known only to the kidnappers, and booby-trapped so that explosives will go off at 5 PM, unless the kidnappers receive their demands. What they want is simple: Joey Justice. They want to trade Joey to Esteban Fernandez for the bounty, and they’ll kill the children unless it happens. The city’s FBI chief, Marcus Moore, orders Justice Security to call in a specialist in child abduction cases to help find the children…Nicholas Turner. Marcus also knows that Nicholas will bring his secret weapon along with him – his half-angel daughter, Madeline. Justice Security finds the kidnappers with plenty of time to save the children. But, when an unfortunate accident kills the kidnappers before the location of the children can be revealed, all seems lost. However, Joey comes up with a solution that only Madeline can help them with. Why not go to Hell and ask the kidnappers? Going to Hell is dangerous, and there’s always a mortally high price to pay when someone starts ringing Hell’s Bells. Who lives? Who dies? Find out what happens when Justice Security goes to Hell in the eleventh Justice Security story from T. M. Bilderback – Hell’s Bells!
All they need for Christmas Sleigh Ride with the Single Dad by Alison Roberts Dr. Grace Forbes’s first day in Manhattan Mercy’s ER is unforgettable—especially when she runs into her old flame, ER chief Charles Davenport! The spark is still there between them, but they’ve both changed. Charles is now a widower and single dad to twin boys, while Grace has lost her dream of having children. Yet, as the weather gets colder, Charles and his little family might make her Christmas wish come true. Twins Under His Tree by Karen Rose Smith Young widow Dr. Lily Wescott has just given birth to twin baby girls. And she couldn’t have done it without Mitch Cortega. The decorated combat surgeon was with her every step of the way. Both Mitch and Lily need time to heal past wounds, but how much longer can they fight their attraction? With Christmas just around the corner, maybe it’s time to trust that love can bring them a new future! USA TODAY Bestselling Author Karen Rose Smith Previously published as Sleigh Ride with the Single Dad and Twins Under His Tree
Harlequin® Medical Romance brings you a collection of three new titles, available now! Enjoy these stories packed with pulse-racing romance and heart-racing medical drama. This Harlequin Medical Romance box set includes: SLEIGH RIDE WITH THE SINGLE DAD Christmas in Manhattan by Alison Roberts Dr. Grace Forbes is reunited with old flame ER chief Charles Davenport—can the single dad and his adorable twins make her Christmas wish come true? A FIREFIGHER IN HER STOCKING Christmas in Manhattan by Janice Lynn When her playboy neighbor, hunky firefighter Jude Davenport, suggests a festive fling, Dr. Sarah Grayson is powerless to resist… A CHRISTMAS MIRACLE by Amy Andrews Independent single mom Trinity Walker can't help falling for brooding former army surgeon Reid Hamilton when the knight in motorcycle gear comes to her rescue.
Witty, warm and wackya spiritual journey of self-discovery The Curious Autobiography of Elaine Jakes offers us slices of classic Americana lovingly transformed by the spirit of Welsh storytelling. It is the spiritual odyssey of a woman finding her way back to faith. Her journey is touching, amusing, and at times hilarious. Rev. Timothy Vaverek, S.T.D., Christian Writer Witty, wacky, zanythis is a postmodern romp which astonishes with moments of spiritual wisdom and provocative piety. David Lyle Jeffrey, Distinguished Professor of Literature and the Humanities, Baylor University, Author, Houses of the Interpreter and People of the Book In The Curious Autobiography of Elaine Jakes, author H.R. Jakes offers a fictionalized account of Elaines life, telling a variety of stories that involve a romantic ride in an old-fashioned car, a frightening cheese plate, a magic sword, and a cross-dressing monkey. Her story is not one, but many as she humorously reveals time and again how connected her own narrative is to that of her Welsh forebears. During the journey, Elaine, a school teacher in the vivacious and eccentric community of New Hope, Pennsylvania, gains not only an appreciation of the world but also of her heritage, herself, and God.
