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Lily just can't get it together. In her 30's, single and lonely, she dreads going to a bachelorette dinner party with her girlfriends from college. While they are leading fulfilling lives, Lily is still stuck on her college sweetheart, Devon, "the boy who got away". Things change when - through mystical events - Lily travels back in time to the week before college graduation. Guided by her best friend, Rose, Lily has that one week to get Devon to declare his love for her so she can have a second chance at happiness.

The Newbery Honor recipient best known for The Baby-Sitter's Club talks about inventing the life of a small town for her new series, Main Street. Three books and growing, the series follows two sisters who move to Camden Falls, Massachusetts, where their grandmother owns a sewing store. Martin wasn't sure she wanted to start another series until her editor told her it could be at least in part about sewing, one of her great passions in life.

The two-time National Book Award finalist discusses his historical novel about the New York City Draft Riots in 1863 with middle graders and teens ages 12 and up. The event includes a discussion with the audience.

Grace, a young nurse from the Midwest, has the perfect life - a great boyfriend, amazing friends, and a loyal dog. Yet when her boyfriend proposes, instead of feeling happy, her world is thrown into turmoil. She begins to question the overpowering, pre-scripted expectations of young women from the Midwest: attend college, meet a guy, marry after graduation, and start a family by the age of 25. Grace has to decide what she really wants from life. Does she have the courage to pave her own path?

New York Times best-selling author Cornelia Funke makes a rare appearance to talk about the stunning conclusion to the beloved Inkheart trilogy, a thrilling adventure series. Co-presented with Bank Street Bookstore, Thalia Kids' Book Club events are lively talks between children's book authors and their fans (ages 9-12) plus one event for teens.

Deciding on a point of view is one of the hardest tasks a writer faces. Here is expert advice on discovering whose story you are telling, and on point of view as seen by the characters, the audience, the writer, the camera, and more. And you'll hear DiMaggio's own point of view on what it means to be a writer - passion for the process, learning about yourself, scaling the wall of rejection and growing with your characters.

The best-selling creator of the wildly popular award-winning series that travels back in time and to distant lands talks about her books with kids ages 6 and up. The event includes a discussion with the audience.

Sarah Hastings's life is chaotic. Between running her organic farm, her yurt-style holistic B&B, and her vegan cafe Eat Me!, she barely has time for an aura cleanse. What's more, her spirit guide just announced the universe is sending her a man.

Do you feel, deep down, that you deserve more? Are you going to keep searching until you find it? Then this book is for you. Soulgirl is a gentle and empowering self-help book written in a memoir style for girls who won’t settle for second best. If you’re running from place to place, relationship to relationship, in the hope of finding a home and peace for your heart, and in search of bringing real meaning to your life, then Soul Girl has so much to share.

"The Lifeguard" is a heart-wrenching love story that brings together two people from opposite ends of the social spectrum. Sheldon Winters, an affluent and educated man, is a successful cardiothoracic surgeon and a former professional surfer. Melissa, on the other hand, is poor, uneducated, and physically and mentally abused by her uncle Armando Gomez, who has criminal ties to a cartel in Mexico. Sheldon's best friend, Carl Hamilton, is openly gay and a U.S. Congressman who chairs the Committee on Homeland Security and Government Affairs.

Breastfeeding is a crucial aspect of early motherhood that plays a significant role in the health and development of both the mother and the baby. Yet, many mothers face challenges or choose not to breastfeed due to various reasons, such as lack of support, time constraints, or misconceptions about formula feeding. Understanding the consequences of not breastfeeding and the benefits it offers can help new mothers make more informed decisions for their well-being and their child's future.

In the heartwarming tale of Alex’s Cupcake Haven, follow the remarkable journey of Alex, a spirited and talented transgender boy living in the welcoming town of Blossomville. Fueled by a passion for baking and the unwavering support of his parents, Alex sets out to make his dream of opening a cupcake shop a reality.

In this audiobook, you will embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and empowerment. You’ll learn how to identify the hidden triggers of relationship anxiety and develop the tools necessary to break free from destructive thought patterns. Through expert insights and practical techniques, you’ll discover how to build emotional resilience, improve communication, and cultivate trust—both in yourself and in your partner.

Think this might not work for you? Here’s why this book is different. Unlike generic advice that’s out of touch, Unlocking Social Skills for Teens is crafted with genuine empathy and understanding of the challenges you face. The practical exercises are simple, engaging, and fit right into your busy lifestyle.

A self-help guide to disconnecting from the digital world and reconnecting with the real world.

A decade ago, the challenge was accepted: to send a man to the Moon and to return him safely to the Earth, and now a giant rocket ship designed by Wernher von Braun stands ready on the pad and the clock is counting down. Ten years ago, nobody thought it was possible. But that was then, and this is now. Mankind has chosen to sail the new sea of space, to quest after the knowledge and the dreams of the star-filled abyss, to climb the infinite ladder to the stars.

Anne White looked away for only a second, but that’s all it took to lose sight of her young daughter. But seven years later, Abigail is found. And as Anne struggles to connect with her teenage daughter, she begins to question how much Abigail remembers about the day she disappeared.

The Better Part of Worse is a gripping family saga that explores the meaning of family, the devastation of mental illness, the resilience of love, and the enduring hope that survives even the most overwhelming challenges. Set against the backdrop of the 20th century’s most tumultuous decades, the story follows Jamie Murphy, a former seminarian turned family man, as he grapples with his wife Katie’s mental illness in the late 1920s. For three decades, Jamie and his daughters hold on to the faint hope of Katie’s recovery.

“Born to Be Super” is an uplifting guide to self-discovery and empowerment. Written for people of all ages, it teaches that everyone has an innate superpower within that gives them the potential to see themselves as the bona fide superheroes they were born to be. With empowering exercises and inspiring real-life stories, this book will help readers tap into their inner strength, overcome obstacles, and unleash their full potential.

Single mother Kayla Johnson embarks on a journey to Pennsylvania in search of her daughter's biological family. But when a storm forces them to turn in to an abandoned home in a small Amish community, Kayla must come to terms with her past disappointments and her distrust in God.