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Getting Naked in Marriage: Doing it God's Way! - Paperback

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by Renee Holloway Jones (Author)Have you ever wondered why the picture of a long, fulfilling, exciting marriage so often fails to reflect our everyday experiences?Are you concerned that the reality of becoming one flesh with another will mean a loss of your personal identity?Through a collection of real-life accounts, personal experience and a career spanning two decades as a minister, therapist, and co-founder of a mental health and substance use organization, Renee Holloway Jones takes us t...

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by Chantal Desjardins (Author), Chantal Desjardins (Illustrator)Mia has a great imagination and lots of questions about things in her life. This book contains two little stories of Mia. She always loved the color pink since she can remember. Till this day Mia's favorite color is still pink. The first story is diving deeper into where pink comes from by asking different people in her life questions to help with her investigations, in the process finding her own spiritual answer towards where p...

Not Good Enough Girl: A Memoir of an Inconvenient Daughter - Paperback

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by Sondra R. Brooks (Author)Amidst the control, confusion, and chaos caused by her eight-times-married mother, this author's story spans the extreme emotions of a mother-daughter relationship, touching on cyclical family dysfunction, addiction, and forgiveness. Beginning at the age of five, Sondra spends decades auditioning for the role of her authentic self. Her dazzling mother casts her as confidante and co-conspirator in her affairs and serial marriages. Sondra vacillates between fierce a...

Permission To Laugh At a Funeral - Paperback

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by Tosha Nichole Mills Simpson (Author)Losing someone you love can be awful. They way that we respond to it doesn't have to be. Enjoy this collection of anecdotes that highlight the collateral beauty that can be found all around us, even and sometimes especially, in our darkest moments. This book is intended to entertain, to lift your spirits, and to remind you if you're going through it right now, that you're not alone and that you have the control and the power to handle it all, however fee...

We Want Our Books: Rosa's Fight to Save the Library - Paperback

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by Jake Alexander (Author), Jake Alexander (Illustrator)Author BiographyJake Alexander is an illustrator from the South of England. In 2019 he won both the Macmillan Prize and the Creative Conscience Gold Medal with an early version of We Want Our Books. He often makes work based on popular culture and current events, having created a Star Wars-themed zine and portraits of public figures such as Taika Waititi and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Number of Pages: 32 Publication Date: March 04, 2025

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by Guy Porfirio (Author)When snow-loving Kyle gets a plane ticket to see his Grandma in the desert, he's not so sure what to expect. But after a rip-roaring road trip around Arizona--through Tucson, Bisbee, Winslow, across dams and lakes and the grandest of canyons--Kyle may just have become a convert to the warm air and dark skies. After all, when you're with Grandma Rose, everything's an adventure!Author BiographyTucson based artist Guy Porfirio has been telling stories with his artwork for...

Towheaded Stone Thrower: The Harriet Poems - Paperback

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by Jim Peterson (Author)Commemorating a love story, a marriage, the moments of a shared life both large and small, the poems in Jim Peterson's Towheaded Stone Thrower: The Harriet Poems flicker through the delights of presence and the griefs of absence like light dappling through trees. These are poems that reveal the complex and intertwined histories of self and place, as well as the ways in which a couple learns to recognize themselves within the gaze of the other. (Lee Ann Roripaugh) Numb...

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by Theodora Ziolkowski (Author) Intimate, urgent, and relentlessly inventive, the poems in Ghostlit reflect upon mythology and feminist pop culture and contemporary ideology as they may become embedded in the psyches and even the bodies of their inheritors. Through visceral and sometimes gothic-inspired images, mythological allusions, and the assemblage of strands of narrative, the poems in this collection chart the ways in which manipulative emotional strategies on individual and cultural le...

The Bouschor Family of the Upper Peninsula: The Ancestors - Hardcover

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by Aaron N. Bouschor (Author)The untold story of an intrepid pioneer family in Michigan's Upper Peninsula comes alive in The Bouschor Family of the Upper Peninsula: The Ancestors. Simon and Harriette Bouschor's 1859 establishment of a fishing and farming homestead at Barque Point on Lake Michigan created a legacy that lives on to this day. From braving the perilous Great Lakes as sea captains and fishermen to farming the U.P.'s rugged terrain to participating in the expansive timber industry ...

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by J. L. Thaxton (Author)Ready for a game? It's called two truths and a lie. You guess the lie: I am a skilled violinist and have taken lessons since I was four years old I was found abandoned in the woods as a baby I can't always control my temper, and sometimes people get hurt Think you've got it? Here's a hint . . . I'm terrible at violin.No one knows where Fern Masden came from, and no one knows who-or what-she's becoming. Abandoned in the woods as a baby, Fern is discovered by a hiker a...

I Have A Voice: A Book of Listening - Paperback

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by Heidi Solomon-Orlick (Author)Join Victoria and her lovable sidekick, Viktor the voice monster, on an enchanting adventure in I Have a Voice. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery, learning the powerful lessons of courage, kindness, and self-belief. As they navigate fun and engaging challenges, Victoria and Viktor teach young readers the importance of listening to and trusting their inner voice, no matter how big or small it may seem.With vibrant illustrations that bring the ...

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by Delon Nicole Starkey (Author)Stay, stay, stay...Nicki first uttered those words when her mother abandoned her sixteen years ago. Left to be raised by her workaholic dad, she learned to rely on herself, keeping the walls around her heart high. Even as she released novel after novel, her readers couldn't know the real person behind the pages. And maybe that was for the best, everyone she let in disappointed her anyway. That is until she crossed paths with Denver.Denver had said those same th...

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by Tamika White (Author)Sometimes when you think you have it all figured out life isn't linear progress isn't linear but still you have to keep going. Follow your dreams and envision your imagination even if the words for out on paper. Number of Pages: 52 Dimensions: 0.11 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: February 08, 2025

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by Samuel Etheridge (Author)How would you feel if you had the entire world in your hands? Everything is perfect, nothing seems to be going wrong. But one day, one choice, everything changes. Who will you turn to? Number of Pages: 106 Dimensions: 0.25 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: February 14, 2025

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by Jv Jr. Huffman (Author)"Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall" (Proverbs 16:18 ESV). A true story of how one man's sin of pride led to seventeen years of lies, deceit, enslavement, and millions of dollars in losses for over five hundred investors across the United States. Experience his journey through the depths and darkness of sin and his encounter with God's forgiving grace and mercy. If you struggle with entrapment of sin, in this book, you will find the cou...

Justice Denied-A Sister's Fight for Justice The True Story of Crystal McCrory Jones - Paperback

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by Jana Guyewski-Lautigar (Author)In February 2023, Crystal McCrory Jones was found dead under suspicious circumstances-her death quickly ruled a suicide. But those who knew her best, including her devoted sister Jana, refused to accept the official narrative. Justice Denied is the gripping true story of a family's relentless fight for answers in the face of systemic failures, unanswered questions, and an investigation seemingly designed to silence the truth.Through painstaking research, pers...

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by Anessa Praphaisri Tjarks (Author), Hanna Kowalewska (Illustrator)Khun Yai has a secret-she can speak in flavors! Every sizzle of the wok, every swirl of coconut milk, and every sprinkle of spice is her way of saying, "I love you."From warm, nutty Thai noodles to a comforting coconut chicken soup perfect for rainy days, Khun Yai makes every dish with love together with her trusty little helpers - her grandchildren!With bright colors and scrumptious dishes, this book is a fun way for kids to...

Killing the Butterfly: A Cuban Memoir of Democracy's Demise - Paperback

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by Guillermo Marquez-Sterling (Author) Number of Pages: 366 Dimensions: 0.76 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: February 21, 2025

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by Martin Wilson (Author)JAMES AND ALEX have barely anything in common anymore--least of all their experiences in high school, where James is a popular senior and Alex is suddenly an outcast. But at home, there is Henry, the precocious 10-year-old across the street, who eagerly befriends them both. And when Alex takes up running, there is James's friend Nathen, who unites the brothers in moving and unexpected ways.Author BiographyMartin Wilson received a BA from Vanderbilt University, and an ...

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The Parent's Guide to Occupational Therapy for Autism and Other Special Needs: Practical Strategies for Motor Skills, Sensory Integration, Toilet Trai - Paperback

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by Cara Koscinski (Author)With the help of this handy guide, you can bring tried and tested occupational therapy activities into your home and encourage your child to succeed with everyday tasks while having fun in the process. This expanded edition of the award-winning book includes new advice on toilet training, coping with changes in routine, repetitive behaviors, self-regulation and much more. The simple explanations and easy exercises will soon make daily activities enjoyable and product...

Mosaic Hearts: Poems on Being a Queer and Interracial Family in the South - Paperback

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by Anne Kinsey (Author)Step into the intersectional world of a queer, interracial family navigating love, identity, and community in rural North Carolina. Mosaic Hearts is more than a poetry collection; it's an invitation for folx on the margins to feel seen, heard, and understood. These verses explore the pain, complexity, and joy of being a mosaic family in a mostly monotone world. Periodic reflective pauses invite you to consider your own experiences, sparking healing, growth, and a deeper...

A Rice Farmer's Son from Iran to the Dream Home USA - Hardcover

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by Khosrow Ken Farnia (Author)A Rice Farmer's Son from Iran to the Dream Home USA chronicles the inspiring journey of Dr. Khosrow (Ken) Farnia from his humble beginnings in a small Iranian village to achieving the American dream. This memoir explores his relentless pursuit of education, overcoming societal and financial obstacles, and navigating life as an immigrant in the United States. Through anecdotes of perseverance, family, and professional triumphs, Dr. Farnia offers a heartfelt narrat...

Our Hearts Match: A Heartwarming Children's Book Celebrating Donor Conception, Egg Donation, Embryo Donation, and Diverse Families - Hardcover

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by Victoria Niño (Author), Gal Weizman (Illustrator)Our Hearts Match is a beautifully illustrated children's book about a mother T-Rex who lovingly hatches and raises her baby Brontosaurus. Though they don't look alike, their bond is undeniable. As they go through their day, the baby notices differences-their necks, sizes, and colors-but also discovers all the things that make them alike: their love for dancing, their joyful roars, and, most importantly, their hearts that match.A Meaningful B...

God Sees You, And He Knows Your Name - Hardcover

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by Peggy Boring (Author)God sees you on your birthday...Your birthday is special to Him Too!Psalm 37:23: "He delights in every minute of your life." God loves when you celebrate special days in your life. Do you know when we celebrate Jesus' birthday?These and other questions in "God Sees You" help to open dialogue that encourages your little one that God sees them in good times and even in sad times.This beautifully illustrated book will be a delight to share with that special child in your ...

What Happened To My Poppy?: A Children's Book for Learning About Grief - Paperback

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by Alison Abou-Heif Ovenell (Author), Marianne Woolley (Illustrator), Lauren Amelia Photography (Photographer)Mimi and Poppy live together in a pretty house with their cat, Iris. They love gardening, going for walks, and spending time with their three precious grandchildren, who visit them often. One day, Poppy doesn't feel well. He goes to bed to rest, but instead of getting better, Poppy starts to feel worse. His grandchildren make him get-well-soon cards and visit him in the hospital. But ...

I'm Going to Have a Sister: A Picture Book for Growing Families - Hardcover

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by Laura Diebelius (Author), Francesca Watt (Illustrator)Join Lottie as she eagerly awaits the arrival of her new sister, imagining all the fun they'll have together. From swimming lessons to climbing trees, Lottie has grand plans.However, when her baby sister finally arrives, she seems more interested in naps than adventures and Lottie's patience wears thin.Will she ever get to play with her little sister?Through its charming rhymes and adorable illustrations, I'm Going to Have a Sister sens...

Healing Plates: Recipes for Forgiveness & Wellness - Hardcover

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by Norma McLauchlin (Author), J. Michelle Vann (Author)In a world often filled with disconnection, Healing Plates: Recipes for Forgiveness and Wellness offers a unique blend of nourishing recipes and heartfelt stories that guide you toward healing and forgiveness. Dr. Norma McLauchlin intertwines the art of cooking with the profound act of letting go, reminding us that the kitchen can be a sanctuary for both the body and soul. Through this collection, you'll discover how food can be a catalys...

I'm Going to Have a Brother: A Picture Book for Growing Families - Hardcover

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by Laura Diebelius (Author), Francesca Watt (Illustrator)Benji can't contain his excitement about becoming a Big Brother. He dreams of all the adventures he'll have with his younger sibling, from building rockets to racing each other on their bikes.However, when the long-awaited day finally arrives, things take an unexpected turn.Will Benji ever get to play with his little brother?Through its charming rhymes and adorable illustrations, I'm Going to Have a Brother sensitively explores the emot...

Laggie and Grillo: An unlikely friendship - Hardcover

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by Phyllis Schwartz (Author), Siski Kalla (Illustrator)Join Yoshi and her unusual pets (a lizard and a cricket!) as she writes a hilarious poem with words in Spanish, Yiddish, and Japanese for a school assignment. Celebrate with her as she receives a B+, and then later, as another pet joins the family! ✓ A fun and simple first step to learning new words in another language. ✓ A story about friendship, regardless of differences✓ Inspirational to see Yoshi succeed at her assignment✓ A familiar ...

Mama May I... Go to the Park? - Paperback

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by Clarence Pearsall (Author)"Mama May I...Go to the Park?" is the first book in a series loosely based on a children's game named "Mother May I?" In the game, you had to ask "Mother" how many steps you may take to reach her. It was up to her discretion whether you moved forward or remained where you stood. This story follows Tommy, who wants to go to the park and continues to ask his mother if they can go. However, for Tommy to be rewarded, he must first do his chores and listen to his mothe...

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by Heather Treseler (Author), Eileen Cleary (Editor), Martha McCollough (Designed by)"It has been years since I have read a new poet of such rhetorical sophistication and mastery. Wow."-- Frank BidartCruxes in women's lives are the subject of poems in Hard Bargain, including the risks that women take-and the bargains they drive-to achieve autonomy, tosafeguard care and pleasure, and to counter the ordinary misogyny in politics and culture, theworkplace and the world of art. Narrators in this ...

Conscious Serving: A 30-Day Devotional - Hardcover

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by Kayla Jackson (Author)In a world inundated with distractions, it is difficult enough to be conscious of our surroundings, let alone conscious of serving others. However, throughout scripture, that is exactly what God has called us to do: to serve others with intention.Through inspiring stories, reflective questions, and scripture-based teaching, this thirty-day devotional will challenge the reader to break down internal and societal barriers and begin to see the world around them through t...