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Leaving Cold Sassy: A Novel (Cold Sassy)
Par Olive Ann Burns. 2007
&“A gift&” for those who loved the heartwarming million-copy bestseller Cold Sassy Tree (The New York Times). Anyone who…
came under the spell of Olive Ann Burns&’s classic novel Cold Sassy Tree will delight in Leaving Cold Sassy, which returns to the story of the unforgettable Will Tweedy. In 1917, twenty-five-year-old Will now faces the complexities of adult life. He grapples with the influences of the modern world on his cherished Georgia hometown, which has recently been renamed Progressive City, and he finds his wife-to-be in a feisty young schoolteacher named Sanna Klein. Burns had completed fifteen chapters of this novel by the time of her death in 1990, and she expressed her wish for them to be published, as they are here, with her notes for future scenes. In addition, Burns&’s longtime editor and friend, Katrina Kenison, leaves us with an appreciative reminiscence of the beloved author and the legacy she left behind. &“This is all the news from Cold Sassy we will ever have and its scarcity makes it more precious.&” —The Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionStuck in the Middle: A Story About Separation (Difficult Conversations)
Par Tom Tinn-Disbury. 2023
A touching story that introduces children to separation, following the challenges a family face going through a divorce. Divorce and separation…
can be hard on any family and a difficult topic for children to understand, including Tilly. Tilly lives in the mountains with her mummy and daddy. She loves it – there are beautiful views and lots of space to play. The only downside is that she lives some of the time with Mummy on one mountain and the rest of the time with Daddy on another. Even though their mountains are joined by a bridge, Tilly isn&’t allowed to use it. Instead, Tilly has to walk all the way down one mountain and trek up the next to get between the two houses, which makes her extremely tired and makes her wish that they all lived together. One day, when upset, Tilly decides to fix the old, wobbly bridge in the hope that it will fix her family. Will she succeed?This touching story for children aged 3-5 features: - The charming narrative of this book differs from the typically intense and institutional approach to the topic.- Beautiful, immersive illustrations that engage the young readers in the story.- A large format makes it perfect for adults and children to read together.- Two non-fiction pages that teaches families about how to approach this difficult conversation.- One page of professional advice and tips for parents and adults.This moving and sensitively-written story gently introduces children to family separation and teaches them how to deal with the emotions surrounding divorce. Beautiful illustrations allow children to immerse themselves in the book, alongside the informative and charming narrative which provides a gentle approach to this sensitive subject. The second book in Tom Tinn-Disbury&’s Difficult Conversations series, Stuck in the Middle is ideal for adults and children to share and perfect for starting a difficult conversation with a little one.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there?The Difficult Conversations series gently introduces sensitive topics to help children understand them a little better. Stuck in the Middle is the second book in the series, so why not try Lost in the Clouds, a gentle story to help children understand the difficult topic of grief.Stand By Me: A compelling tale of a marriage, secrets and surprises
Par Sheila O'Flanagan. 2010
In No. 1 bestselling author Sheila O'Flanagan's STAND BY ME, abandoned wife Dominique Delahaye could crumble - or she could…
start to enjoy a whole new life... Not to be missed by readers of Marian Keyes and Freya North. Dominique Brady's life changed the day she met Brendan Delahaye. He was a man with big dreams and she was the girl he wanted to take with him. Madly in love, she married him without hesitation. Now she's half of one of the most powerful and glamorous of couples.Then suddenly Brendan disappears without a trace.As her world crashes around her, Dominique must find a way to hold it all together. Will Brendan ever return? And if he does, will Dominique stand by her man?What readers are saying about Stand By Me: 'Sheila O'Flanagan really excels at telling stories and I got lost in the book while I was reading it. The perfect read to curl up with' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars'It's human, raw and relatable. I fell in love with the vulnerability of each character and saw myself in them. I did not want it to end' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'I just got lost in the book while reading it. It's pure mind candy - definitely one of my favourites' Goodreads reviewer, 5 starsThe Human Origins of Beatrice Porter and Other Essential Ghosts: A Novel
Par Soraya Palmer. 2023
&“Mothers never die. Children love to resurrect us in they stories.&”Folktales and spirits animate this lively and unforgettable coming-of-age tale…
of two Jamaican-Trinidadian sisters in Brooklyn grappling with their mother&’s illness, their father's infidelity, and the truth of their family's pastSisters Zora and Sasha Porter are drifting apart. Bearing witness to their father&’s violence and their mother&’s worsening illness, an unsettled Zora escapes into her journal, dreaming of being a writer, while Sasha discovers sex and chest binding, spending more time with her new girlfriend than at home.But the sisters, like their parents, must come together to answer to something more ancient and powerful than they know—and reckon with a family secret buried in the past. A tale told from the perspective of a mischievous narrator, featuring the Rolling Calf who haunts butchers, Mama Dglo who lives in the ocean, a vain tiger, and an outsmarted snake, The Human Origins of Beatrice Porter and Other Essential Ghosts is set in a world as alive and unpredictable as Helen Oyeyemi&’s.Telling of the love between sisters who don&’t always see eye to eye, this extraordinary debut novel is a celebration of the power of stories, asking, What happens to us when our stories are erased? Do we disappear? Or do we come back haunting?A Likely Story: A Novel
Par Leigh McMullan Abramson. 2023
CBS New York Book Club with Mary Calvi and Belletrist Book Club Pick &“Raw, complex, and utterly unforgettable.&” —Fiona Davis,…
New York Times bestselling author The only child of a famous American novelist discovers a shocking family secret that upends everything she thought she knew about her parents, her gilded childhood, and her own stalled writing career in this standout debut, perfect for fans of Pineapple Street and The Plot.Growing up in the nineties in New York City as the only child of famous parents was both a blessing and a curse for Isabelle Manning. Her beautiful society hostess mother, Claire, and New York Times bestselling author father, Ward, were the city&’s intellectual It couple. Ward&’s glamorous obligations often took him away from Isabelle, but Claire made sure her childhood was always filled with love. Now an adult, all Isabelle wants is to be a successful writer like her father but after many false starts and the unexpected death of her mother, she faces her upcoming thirty-fifth birthday alone and on the verge of a breakdown. Her anxiety only skyrockets when she uncovers some shocking truths about her parents and begins wondering if everything she knew about her family was all based on an elaborate lie. This &“literary page-turner&” (KJ Dell&’Antonia, New York Times bestselling author) is punctuated with fragments of a compulsively readable book-within-a-book about a woman determined to steal back the spotlight from a man who has cheated his way to the top. The characters seem eerily familiar but is the plot based on fact? And more importantly, who is the author?The Old Place
Par Bobby Finger. 2022
Winner of the Crook&’s Corner Book Prize One of Vanity Fair's Best Books of the Year A bighearted and moving…
debut about a wry retired schoolteacher whose decade-old secret threatens to come to light and send shockwaves through her small Texas town.Billington, Texas, is a place where nothing changes. Well, almost nothing. For the first time in nearly four decades, Mary Alice Roth is not getting ready for the first day of school at Billington High. A few months into her retirement—or, district mandated exile as she calls it—Mary Alice does not know how to fill her days. The annual picnic is coming up, but that isn&’t nearly enough since the menu never changes and she had the roles mentally assigned weeks ago. At least there&’s Ellie, who stops by each morning for coffee and whose reemergence in Mary Alice&’s life is the one thing soothing the sting of retirement. Mary Alice and Ellie were a pair since the day Ellie moved in next door. That they both were single mothers—Mary Alice widowed, Ellie divorced—with sons the same age was a pleasant coincidence, but they were forever linked when they lost the boys, one right after the other. Years later, the two are working their way back to a comfortable friendship. But when Mary Alice&’s sister arrives on her doorstep with a staggering piece of news, it jeopardizes the careful shell she&’s built around her life. The whole of her friendship with Ellie is put at risk, the fabric of a place as steadfast as Billington is questioned, and the unflappable, knotty fixture that is Mary Alice Roth might have to change after all.Anansi and the Golden Pot
Par Taiye Selasi. 2022
A West African story about the much-loved trickster, Anansi, retold and reimagined for a new generation by award-winning author Taiye…
Selasi&“Allow me to introduce myself.&”But he needed no introduction. &“Anansi the spider!&” said Anansi the boy. &“The tales were true!&”&“Traditional tales are always true,&” the spider answered, laughing. &“Nothing lasts so long as truth, nor travels quite so far.&” Award-winning author of Ghana Must Go, Taiye Selasi, reimagines the story of Anansi, the much-loved trickster, for a new generation. Kweku has grown up hearing stories about the mischievous spider Anansi. He is given the nickname Anansi by his father because of his similarly cheeky ways. On a holiday to visit his beloved Grandma in Ghana, Anansi the spider and Anansi the boy meet, and discover a magical pot that can be filled with whatever they want. Anansi fills it again and again with his favorite red-red stew, and eats so much that he feels sick. Will he learn to share this wonderful gift? This charming retelling of a West African story teaches readers about the dangers of greed, and the importance of being kind. Tinuke Fagborun&’s colorful illustrations bring the magic and wonder of the tale to life. When you&’ve finished sharing the story, you can also find out more about the origins of Anansi folktales. This is a beautiful storybook that little ones will treasure forever.Disney Frozen 2 The Magical Guide: Julia March
Par Dk, Julia March. 2019
Set off on a magical adventure!Elsa and Anna must journey to an enchanted forest-and you can be with them every…
daring step of the way! Follow their thrilling mission to unlock the truth about Elsa's power and save the kingdom of Arendelle. Meet mysterious spirits and forest dwellers, explore exciting new locations, and discover the secrets of the past.The ultimate companion for Frozen fans, this book includes cool facts from Olaf and quizzes to test your knowledge about your favorite characters and new friends from Frozen 2!©2019 DisneyJenny Taylor's Emoji
Par Raymond Hunt. 2024
The ‘emoji’ in question, in case you were wondering, is Jenny Taylor’s involuntary wink, which has landed her in all…
sorts of scrapes over the years. Together with her farmer parents Jim and Gladys and her siblings Doris, Tom and Fred, Jenny has many adventures in the sleepy Worcestershire town where they all live.An amnesiac billionaire claims his wedding night with the bride he can’t remember in this contemporary romance by a USA…
Today–bestselling author.Presumed dead after a tragic accident, billionaire CEO Leonidas Betancur does not recall the vows he made four years ago. But after he is tracked down by his wife, Susannah, fragments of his memory reappear. He denied her of a wedding night, and now he is ready to collect!Abandoned in her bridal gown and believing herself a widow, Susannah now wants Leonidas to reclaim his empire so she can be free. But he is more untamed and dangerously attractive than she remembers! With a single touch she surrenders her innocence . . . And now the consequences of their passion will bind them together forever!A Clean Heart: A Novel
Par John Rosengren. 2020
A Novel of Redemption from Addiction and a Broken Family“A Clean Heart picks at the knot of addiction and recovery insistently…
and with a wholesomeness intriguingly at odds with its subject. I enjoyed this book.” –Thomas Beller, author of The Sleep-Over ArtistCarter Kirchner struggles to stay sane and sober as a counselor at Six West, an adolescent drug treatment center run by Sister Mary Xavier, a hard-drinking nun with an MBA. The young Kirchner is caught between Sister Mary’s plan to rescue the center by reforming a hard-case kid and the dysfunctional staff’s clumsy plan to intervene on their boss’s drinking. Meanwhile, Carter’s mother?who never forgave him for giving up a promising hockey career to treat his own addiction?lands in the hospital with an advanced case of cirrhosis. Before Carter can help the young addict commissioned to his care or safely navigate the staff’s dysfunctional intervention effort, he must rescue himself from his family’s broken past.A Clean Heart is a novel by John Rosengren, a writer and recent nominee for a Pulitzer Prize who knows the territory of addiction. He went through treatment at age 17 and has been clean and sober since 1981. He also worked in adolescent treatment centers when he was younger. John Rosengren’s articles have appeared in more than 100 publications, including The Atlantic, New Yorker, Reader’s Digest, Sports Illustrated, and Utne Reader.If you are a fan of the 2018 films Ben is Back or David Sheff’s Beautiful Boy or have read addiction memoirs such as If You Love Me or We All Fall Down, you will love reading John Rosengren’s A Clean Heart.311 Pelican Court (Cedar Cove #3)
Par Debbie Macomber. 2003
Return to #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove, where sometimes you have to take a leap…
of faith to find the love you deserve.In the small town of Cedar Cove, everyone knows everybody else’s business—and they usually have an opinion about it. Recently divorced, Zach and Rosie Cox were given an unusual custody deal by Judge Olivia Lockhart: instead of their children moving between homes, the kids keep the family home and the parents move in and out. Working to create stability in this new arrangement just might show them that they still belong together, if only they can learn to trust each other again.Olivia herself is caught in a dilemma. Her ex-husband is trying to regain her affection, but maybe what she really wants is Jack Griffin to show her how he feels.As always, Olivia will help and encourage her friends as they deal with new challenges and fresh starts, because this community is one that cares about each other, and they know hope and happiness can show up in unexpected places.Previously published8 Sandpiper Way: 50 Harbor Street 6 Rainier Drive 74 Seaside Avenue 8 Sandpiper Way (Cedar Cove #8)
Par Debbie Macomber. 2008
Come back to Cedar Cove once again, where the characters you know and love face new challenges and fresh starts!…
Book 8 in the beloved series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber. Pastor Dave and Emily Flemming seem to have the perfect life, so when Emily finds an unfamiliar earring in her husband’s pocket, she’s devastated. He’s a good man and a wonderful father to their two sons. Can their marriage survive the secrets that might be revealed? Pastor Dave must try to clear his name, and the couple will have to learn to trust again.And it’s turning out to be a challenging year for Judge Olivia Lockhart-Griffin. Her health issues are concerning, but with the love and support she needs from her husband, Jack, she’ll continue to soldier on. Spend some time with old friends in the warm and welcoming small town of Cedar Cove!Previously published.74 Seaside Avenue: 50 Harbor Street 6 Rainier Drive 74 Seaside Avenue 8 Sandpiper Way (Cedar Cove #7)
Par Debbie Macomber. 2007
Come back for another visit to the charming seaside town of Cedar Cove. Catch up with characters you love in…
book 7 of this favorite series from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber. There&’s drama at the beauty salon in Cedar Cove. Teri Miller has noticed that something seems to be worrying her international chess champion husband, Bobby Polgar. He told her he&’s &“protecting his queen,&” and she has the oddest feeling that he isn&’t talking about chess, but about her.Rachel Pendergast has two men seriously interested in her, and she&’s going to have to make a choice. But Linnette McAfee recently left town because her love life fell apart. Still, Cedar Cove has a way of helping everybody out. That&’s just how it is in this warmhearted small town.&“Virtually guaranteed to please.&”—Publishers WeeklyPreviously published.6 Rainier Drive: 50 Harbor Street 6 Rainier Drive 74 Seaside Avenue 8 Sandpiper Way (Cedar Cove #6)
Par Debbie Macomber. 2006
Come back to Cedar Cove! Visit the characters that feel like old friends, discover new ones, and learn what is…
keeping the charming town—and Judge Olivia Lockhart—busy! Book 6 in this beloved series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber.Justine and Seth Gunderson are trying to make plans and sort out their future after losing their business—the Lighthouse restaurant—to arson. The investigation is ongoing, but the prime suspect disappeared right after the fire. And this kind of crisis can be hard on a marriage. In the meantime, the drama of everyday life goes on for everyone in town: Maryellen’s difficult pregnancy means she needs to ask for help from an unlikely source, Lynette might have to figure out how to handle a broken heart, and someone gets involved with a celebrity!Previously publishedReturn to Cedar Cove, where everyone knows everybody…and their business! But with a little help from the townsfolk, love connections…
are made. Book 4 in the Cedar Cove series, only from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber.Olivia Lockhart is back in town after her honeymoon, adjusting to married life and eager to catch up with her friends. Things haven’t been the same in town since a man died at the bed-and-breakfast. The owners, Bob and Peggy Beldon, have no idea why he was in Cedar Cove, or what happened him…but they’re determined to solve the mystery. And there’s plenty more news: Jon and Maryellen are planning a wedding. Also Maryellen’s mother, Grace, has more than her share of interested men. The question is: who is she going to choose? Trouble is just around the corner…“Irresistibly delicious and addictive.”—Publishers WeeklyPreviously publishedA Garden Called Home
Par Jessica J. Lee. 2024
What makes the place we live feel like home? This is a warm-hearted and lush picture book about family, the immigrant…
experience and how a simple garden can foster a connection to the larger natural world.Mama was born in a country far away from here. I love her stories about warm rain in winter and green mountains. And now Mama's taking me there! When a young girl and her mother go to visit her family, the girl notices a change. At home, her mother mostly stays inside. Here, her mother likes to explore and go hiking. The girl has never seen her so happy! Her mother tells her about the trees, bushes, flowers and birds. Did you know that tree roots make mountains strong? And that ài hāo (mugwort) is used to make delicious, sweet dumplings?But her mother's smile goes away when they return home. It's cold and she doesn't want to go outside. She goes back to wearing her big quilted jackets and watering her houseplants.How can the girl show her mother that nature here can be wondrous too?Includes a glossary of plants with Mandarin/English words.Clarion Call (The Ravensong Series)
Par Cayla Fay. 2024
Neve faces her vengeful cousin, the leader of the legions of hell, forcing her to decide where her loyalties truly…
lie in this thrilling sequel to Ravensong that&’s Buffy the Vampire Slayer meets Celtic mythology.Neve and her sisters failed in protecting the mortal world against the legions of hell when the Veil they had spent their lives guarding split and the vengeful cousin they forgot ever existed, Aodh, managed to slip through. Dangerous and bitter, Aodh is on a mission to free the rest of their family still trapped behind the veil and set them loose on the mortal world. Still injured from her last battle, Neve is not only working to track Aodh, but also trying to navigate painful memories that keep rising to the surface. Memories of her past lifetimes protecting the Gate…and of her first life, before she and her sisters scrubbed it from their minds. More questions arise when a new family member reveals themself, someone Neve and her sisters have been missing. Someone who might just be able to save them all. Neve must face the sins of her past while navigating the dangers of the present. The more she remembers, the more it seems like everything she was raised to believe was a lie, and the fallout might decimate everything she has worked so hard to build in the present, including her relationship with Alexandria. Caught between humanity and divinity, the past and the present, Neve must try to strike a balance between the warring forces both within and without, because if she doesn&’t, it might not just be her relationship at stake, but the whole world.Bright Red Fruit
Par Safia Elhillo. 2024
An unflinching, honest novel in verse about a teenager's journey into the slam poetry scene and the dangerous new relationship that could threaten…
all her dreams. From the award-winning poet and author of HOME IS NOT A COUNTRY.Bad girl. No matter how hard Samira tries, she can&’t shake her reputation. She&’s never gotten the benefit of the doubt—not from her mother or the aunties who watch her like a hawk.Samira is determined to have a perfect summer filled with fun parties, exploring DC, and growing as a poet—until a scandalous rumor has her grounded and unable to leave her house. When Samira turns to a poetry forum for solace, she catches the eye of an older, charismatic poet named Horus. For the first time, Samira feels wanted. But soon she&’s keeping a bigger secret than ever before—one that that could prove her reputation and jeopardize her place in her community.In this gripping coming-of-age novel from the critically acclaimed author Safia Elhillo, a young woman searches to find the balance between honoring her family, her artistry, and her authentic self.Wildful
Par Kengo Kurimoto. 2024
Discover the magic of the wilderness in this breathtaking graphic novel reminiscent of The Secret Garden. Poppy’s mother hasn’t been…
the same since Gran passed away. She stays inside and watches TV, unable to leave the couch. So maybe that’s why Poppy has started spending more time outside, taking her dog Pepper for walks around the neighborhood. When Pepper leads Poppy through a hole in the fence, she finds a forgotten forest that’s been there all along, as well as a new friend named Rob. Rob teaches Poppy that you can find magic in the wilderness – if you know where to look! Poppy looks, and then she looks closer … and sees flowers opening before her eyes, watches animals slip into their hidden homes, and listens to the sound of water droplets falling gently on puddles, leaves and feathers. She can barely wait to tell Mum about everything she’s seen, and asks her to come see, too – but her mother rarely has the energy to leave the couch. Will Poppy ever be able help her mother see the beauty in the woods – and in life? This beautifully illustrated graphic novel is an exploration of grief, love, and finding magic in the wilderness – and in ourselves. Key Text Features illustrations Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.7 Analyze how visual and multimedia elements contribute to the meaning, tone, or beauty of a text (e.g., graphic novel, multimedia presentation of fiction, folktale, myth, poem). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.3 Describe how a particular story's or drama's plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how the characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.