A Mom's Choice Awards® Gold Medal Recipient. Jamie, an exceptionally bright and inquisitive eight year old, is given the opportunity to see New Orleans in a way that few will ever see it. Upon accepting the gift, he finds that he is able to interact with the "shadows" of the city, the essences of people hidden away from the rest of the world. As a result, Jamie learns difficult, yet important, lessons about the emotional pain, regret, and fear with which some must live.
When Ailsa Keppie puts on the hijab for the first time, it solidifies her commitment to her new, chosen religion. She gives up the lights and action of the circus for the position of wife and mother, learns Arabic, and moves to Morocco. A new mother living in a strange country, under foreign rules, Ailsa experiences isolation and racism, as well as romance and sisterhood, in her quest to fit in with her new community. She welcomes another wife into her marriage hoping to experience the peace and joy of a pious life. As the story progresses, cracks appear in her relationships. Things are not as blissful as Ailsa would have others believe. We are drawn into her inner struggle, often seeing the folly of her choices, but championing her to prevail. Torn between her inner voices of duty, shame, longing, and hope, she is determined to find the light that will get her through darkening times. Ailsa's story is easily recognizable by women who have dimmed their light in order to survive. For any woman who has faced similar constraints of marriage, religion, or culture, Ailsa's story will help bring clarity and a sense of knowing she is not alone.
Mya is investigating Libby, the new girl at school. Libby won’t speak, smile or play with anyone. The Children's Police Force thinks she is mean, but they need proof. Finding proof is Mya’s job. It won’t be easy. Libby isn’t just mean, she is sneaky, too. When Mya talks to her, Libby fake cries in class. Now Libby has a teacher on her side. Who will she trick next? To solve the case, Mya must prove that Libby is mean and warn everyone. Can she stop Libby before it’s too late? Or will this mean girl take over the school? This book is written in British English. The story is also available in the Detective Mya Dove 3 Book Collection and the Detective Mya Dove 5 Book Collection. ---- Relevant words or phrases that describe this book: mystery books for kids 9-12, social anxiety books for kids, anxiety books for kids 8-12
Sell a soul, just make sure it’s not your own. Markus Yahne, Lord of Tabacon, always considered himself a lucky man. That was until he drew the glare of a demon’s regard. When he is betrayed by Hyden Rosik, a vampire knight he once considered a friend, he must make a choice that strikes at the very heart of who he is: give up everything that remains to him to get back all he has lost. An unholy bargain gives him hope and teaches him more than he expects about life and love, but also hate. Darker designs are in play and his decisions lead him deeper into a snare where torment and revenge must blight his heart, and ultimately nudge the balance of power within the world of Eald Cearo. For good or ill, Markus Yahne must change the course of Sorrow’s dominion. Time is short, and dread tells his story. Will despair drive him to ruin or will love guide him through the horror of his choices? You’ll love this dark fantasy novella because battling evil is never without risk. Pick up this page-turner today! Sorrow's Ruin is the first 25,000-word novella in the Demon Forged series. Look for it under Dark Fantasy.
Can one thought change our life? This book is a compilation of more than 1500 inspirational quotes penned by great thinkers and masters from various parts of the world. Reading these power-packed thoughts that are backed by their experiences helps nurture qualities like faith, inspiration, enthusiasm and wisdom. The seed for new creations is embedded in these quotes. This compilation is a wonderful effort to bring this boundless wisdom within the bounds of a book. This is an unmatched example of the art of filling the pot with an ocean, as this can awaken a ray of hope in the lives of those who are filled with hopelessness and despair. The essence of the experiences of the great thinkers benefits every generations to come and lends a new direction to society. So what are you waiting for? Start reading the book and be witness to your own transformation! Remember, just one thought can change your life! Following are few examples of these power-packed, inspiring quotes. Nobody on his deathbed ever said, “I wish I had spent more time at the office”. — Anonymous The Difficult is that which can be done immediately; the Impossible that which takes a little longer. — George Santayana Let him that would move the world, first move himself. — Socrates Footprints on the sands of time are not made by sitting down. — Proverb Failure is the tuition you pay for success. — Walter Brunell Be the change that you want to see in the world. — Mahatma Gandhi In life, as in chess, forethought wins. — Charles Buxton God alone exists. Instead of seeking God, ascertain whether you are there or not. — Sirshree
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