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The haunting new folk horror novel from Lucie McKnight Hardy 'All my fears have vanished, and I realise now that my dreams were not nightmares but a sign of what was to come, how this will end. An inevitability.' Things were looking up for Astrid Aspden and her partner, Kit, until their house...

It's not easy to be a teen girl, and it's definitely not easy parenting one. Parenting a Teen Girl is a guide for busy parents who want bottom-line information and tips that make sense - and work. It also offers scripts to improve communication, and exercises to navigate stressful interactions with skill and compassion. Whether your teen girl is struggling with academic pressure, social difficulties, physical self-care, or technology overload, this book offers practical advice to help you connect with your teen girl. 

Silicon Valley is imperializing the planet. With nearly bottomless supplies of cash and ambition, a small group of companies have been gradually seizing symbolic and practical civic leadership in America and worldwide. But Silicon Valley does not answer to the electorate; nor have they been voted into office. And the perils of their influence are only now making themselves known.

Following the accidental drowning of her sister, 16-year-old Nif and her family move to a small village on the Welsh borders to escape their grief. But rural seclusion doesn't bring any relief. As her family unravels, Nif begins to put together her own form of witchcraft, collecting talismans from the sun-starved land. That is, until she meets Mally, a teen boy who takes a keen interest in her and has his own secret rites to divulge.

Lucie Azema livre un témoignage rare et précieux sur le quotidien en Iran, ses luttes, espoirs et traditions – loin des clichés et des regards occidentaux. Grâce à son expérience de vie à Téhéran, elle éclaire la richesse, la complexité et les paradoxes d’un pays souvent...

¡Ahora disponible en español por primera vez! Con material nuevo y exclusivo, incluidos extractos de las segundas memorias inéditas de Desi Arnaz y comentarios de su hija Lucie Arnaz, llega la edición ampliada de las memorias más vendidas de The New York Times de la leyenda cubanoamericana...

It’s 1985 and the Stage Left Theatre Collective is founded by a group of friends with a shared vision: Emma, the artistic manager and Robert the literary manager, director Saul, playwright Alan, and finance manager, Frank. This funny, moving and pin sharp drama follows the fate of the company and its members over the course of four decades. We catch up with the characters as they negotiate changing cultural and economic climates.

Alina a grandi sans attaches, traçant seule son chemin. À Paris, de retour dans son modeste appartement après avoir été renvoyée de son travail, elle découvre une mystérieuse enveloppe — une invitation au mariage le plus fastueux de Venise, accompagnée d'une phrase troublante : « La véritable Alina se trouve là-bas. » Désespérée et intriguée, elle décide de s'y rendre. Mais derrière les ors des palais vénitiens, c'est un univers impitoyable qui l'attend : celui des Rochefort, une famille où les secrets valent plus que l'amour et où l'ambition des uns peut briser la vie des autres.

Les mots tissent notre rapport au monde, mais varient pourtant d’un individu à l’autre. À travers une réflexion sur leur pouvoir, on s’intéresse aux personnes qui lisent et écrivent, ceux qui écoutent et racontent, ceux qui inventent ou sortent des cases. Ici, tous les mots ont leur place et tous les invités ont leur voix — qu’ils soient connus du grand public ou non. papier brûlé, c’est une conversation ouverte sur la place des mots dans nos vies, sur la manière dont ils nous façonnent, nous transforment et parfois nous impressionnent. Quel écho laissent-ils en nous ? ...

Sofia honors her military family by making cards to thank them for their service. Leveled text helps listeners learn how to celebrate this honorable day. Pairs with the nonfiction title Celebrating Veterans Day.

Jade discovers how to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. In this story with accessible text, listeners learn how to honor Dr. King. Pairs with the nonfiction title Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

This program is read by the author What the Road Said is the comforting and uplifting children's audiobook from bestselling poet and activist Cleo Wade. Which way do I go? That is your choice to make, said the Road. But what if I go the wrong way? The Road curved a little, almost as if it was...

Winnie loves her people, and she loves celebrating her native culture. Listeners can learn more about native traditions through leveled text. Pairs with the nonfiction title Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Why is Ivy counting one hundred stickers? Follow along as Ivy and her classmates celebrate the 100th day of school. Pairs with the nonfiction title Celebrating the 100th Day of School.

David was born during the year of the tiger. Follow along as he celebrates Lunar New Year each year with his family. Pairs with the nonfiction title Celebrating Lunar New Year.

Milo cares for the Earth every day. Using simple text, emergent listeners will follow along as he finds ways to reuse items to help create less waste. Pairs with the nonfiction title Celebrating Earth Day.

Come along with a young boy and his family as he throws colors to celebrate Holi. Leveled text help young listeners join in on exciting Holi traditions. Pairs with the nonfiction text CelebratingHoli.

Rosh Hashanah means a fresh start in the Jewish culture. We see how one family celebrates this day of new beginnings. Pairs with the nonfiction text Celebrating Rosh Hashanah.

Now featuring exclusive new material including excerpts from Desi Arnaz’s unpublished second memoir and commentary by daughter Lucie Arnaz, here is the expanded edition of the New York Times bestselling memoir of Cuban American entertainment legend, TV pioneer, and I Love Lucy star Desi Arnaz...

Step into the world of Lady Duff-Gordon, a remarkable woman celebrated for both her beauty and intelligence. In Letters from Egypt, she shares a deeply personal collection of letters penned during her time in Egypt, where she sought solace for her tuberculosis. These heartfelt correspondences, addressed to her mother and husband, offer an intimate glimpse into her life along the Upper Nile. With warmth and candor, Lady Duff-Gordon invites you to experience her journey, revealing not only her thoughts and feelings but also the rich tapestry of her surroundings. Discover the profound connections...