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Ever the introverted bookworm, Eliza Ross has read many love stories set to a backdrop of sleigh bells and snow flurries. But turning the pages of her favorite authors’ latest release is the closest she’s ever come to that kind of romance. Convinced it would be yet another holiday full of itchy Christmas sweaters and family gatherings, Eliza takes a break from her college courses and ventures home to the small town of Harland Creek. Little does she know more than tinsel and holly berries await her there.

The love of a mother is a true gamble. You are birthed into this world, and you peek into the unknown for the first time. Your eyes open, and you think that you are ready for your plotted journey. However, you are not aware of just what you will experience. All you know is the person carrying you is your mother. Ready or not...you are coming. Sadie was no exception. Being an only child and in a time where people did not love how she loved, she really had to figure it out for herself.

Pastry chef Brad Marks is the new hot thing at the Whitman Street Cat Café: he makes tasty desserts for both the human and feline guests at the café. All the patrons love him, and freelance writer Lindsay Somers understands why: five years ago, she was smitten by his charms too—until Brad broke her heart. Lindsay is happy with her new gig at a trendy weekly magazine, so when her boss assigns her to do a story on the cat café, she grudgingly agrees.

The Statue of Liberty is one of America's most famous and recognizable landmarks and is one of the first sights many people see when entering the United States by ship. The Statue of Liberty was a gift from the people of France following the end of the American Civil War and was built to celebrate freedom and the friendship between France and America. Leanne Walters brings you 51 fascinating facts to tell the story of the Statue of Liberty, from the original idea in France to its assembly on an island in New York Harbor.

The story is about a little Jamaican boy named Jahmalachi; he gives you an insight into the life of a five-year-old. The story will enlighten you about his dreams, likes, dislikes, and his family dynamics in a snapshot. The book addresses his culture, race, and his language. The book also provides some learning activities, which gives children the opportunity to provide information about themselves and encourages them to draw their favorite characters; it also asks some comprehension questions which assess their reading and recalling skills.

Kennedy never expected to run into Luke, the hot Australian firefighter she had a mind-blowing one-night stand with four months ago, on the tropical island where she's now the official resort photographer. Even more surprising is how equally turned on she is by his hunky British cousin, Addison. Finding the feisty, flirty American he met at a New York bar is a surprise for Luke. Even more surprising is how he can't stop thinking about sharing the woman of his dreams with his cousin.

Fantástica aventura reinventada a partir de la canción popular "¡Estaba el señor Don Gato, sentadito en su tejado maramamiau, miau, miau...!". Nuestro querido y conocido personaje es un gato que vive debajo del coche de la Señora Laura pero su lugar preferido del vecindario de La Fortuna es el tejado de la casa de los niños Dani y Mónica ¡Cómo le gusta su tejado al señor Don Gato! Un día, Don Gato recibe una carta.

The desire for self-sustainability has increased by 75 percent over the past two years amongst people across the world. The trouble with achieving full self-reliance begins with where to start. After listening to Backyard Survival, you'll learn an introduction to homesteading, what to consider before starting, simple ways to begin, tips for success, and more. Right now, there are people who have achieved full self-sufficiency. Don't miss out. Start Backyard Survival today! Buy now and start today.

This book contains the collection of prayers found in the Holy Bible, Apocrypha, and other scriptural texts including the Books of Adam and Eve, Book of Jasher, Book of Jubilees, etc. All of the prayers that were recorded by the righteous men and women of God have been gathered from the different texts and have been compiled into this one book. This book contains a wealth of inspiration for prayer warriors and those in need of a lift of faith.

"'Om du inte är snäll, så kommer Rottenikken och tar dig!' Hur många olydiga barn från krigstiden är det inte som idag kan minnas detta hot från sina föräldrar? Rottenikken - Rolf Erling Knutsen - är en av de märkligaste personerna i norsk rättshistoria." Knutsen härjade som värst i norska Telemark när landet var under tysk ockupation. Den norska allmänheten lärde känna honom genom sensationellt dramatiska tidningsartiklar, och hans våldsamma rykte användes av nazisterna i skrämselpropagandan mot den norska motståndsrörelsen.

När namnet Christiania nämns i något av de nordiska länderna vet alla vad man menar. De flesta har tagit ställning till rådande förhållanden och Christiania har under årens lopp varit föremål för många hårda debatter såväl i Danmark som i övriga Norden. Under 1970- och 1980-talet gick debatten om narkotika, och i synnerhet hasch, varm i Danmark. I Christiania skedde handeln på öppen gata, vilket under denna tid oroade de nordiska grannländerna.

I november 1986 fyllde Anton Nilson 99 år. Han deltog 1908 i ett av de mest omtalade politiska attentat som utförts i Sverige. Nämligen sprängningen av skonerten Amalthea i Malmö hamn. Han dömdes samma år till döden, men straffet verkställdes inte. Istället benådades han och efter frigivningen engagerade sig Anton Nilson i den ryska revolutionen. Idag omtalas han som "Sveriges mest kände politiske terrorist". Själv menar han sig dock vara emot alla former av våld och vill inte kännas vid detta epitet. Däremot ångrar han inte attentatet i Malmö.

For over a decade between 1974 and 1985, lugubrious funnyman Les Dawson had radio audiences in stitches with his hit comedy show Listen to Les. Included in this collection are 26 vintage episodes, showcasing the gravel-voiced master of mirth at his very best. All your favourite characters are here, including gossip-loving housewives Cissie and Ada; chat show host Cosmo Smallpiece; the elegant Sophisticates and the hilariously dismal Desponds—as well as Wotan, Man of Steel; the debut appearance of comic discovery Justin Jest.

Growing up in Harland Creek, Gabriela Jackson was the girl all the guys wanted and all the girls wanted to be. Until one tragic night that rocks the entire town and leaves her the object of scorn. Unable to stay in a place where the entire town hates her, she signs a modeling contract with an elite New York agency just to get away. She soon discovered the darker side of beauty.

Group dynamics can be based on the simplest forms of physical and cultural distinctions, and those who don't quite fit the mold of a group can feel like outsiders. The reality is none of us fit into a box. We're all unique with a mixed background—socially, culturally, experientially. For some of us, like Eli Bonilla Jr., we are also mixed ethnically. No one person is an identical copy of anyone else. In Mixed, Eli questions the basis of unity and inclusion and explores the multiple components of our identity.

Vier Jahre. So lang ist es her, dass Mias bester Freund auf einer Party gestorben ist. Aber trotzdem ist sie nicht für den Moment gewappnet, als Nathan Dawson plötzlich vor ihr steht. Der Mensch, der ihren besten Freund auf dem Gewissen hat. Ihre Wege kreuzen sich immer häufiger und allmählich entwickeln sich zaghafte Gefühle. Doch egal, wie sehr Mia und Nathan sich dagegen zu wehren versuchen - zwischen ihnen entsteht etwas, das alte Wunden heilen könnte... oder neue verursachen.

Duell am Kilimandscharo - Atlan jagt ein Parawesen. Während sich Perry Rhodan und Reginald Bull in der fremden Galaxis Plantagoo behaupten müssen und Alaska Saedelaere in Tolkandir grauenvolle Erkenntnisse erlangt, wird die Lage in der Menschheitsgalaxis im Frühjahr 1289 Neuer Galaktischer Zeitrechnung noch unübersichtlicher. Nachdem die Völker der Tolkander, wie man sie in Ermangelung eines besseren Ausdrucks nennt, rund 300 Planeten erobert und von der restlichen Galaxis abgeriegelt hatten, kam es auf 52 besiedelten Welten zu einem mysteriösen Massensterben.

El conocido autor Miguel López, El Hematocrítico, presenta "¡Escúchalos!", su primer audiolibro dirigido a adultos en defensa de una crianza desde la empatía, desde la escucha, desde la ternura y desde el acompañamiento. Este audiolibro es un manifiesto en defensa de los peques. Un ensayo con una filosofía general que plantea una crianza más respetuosa con los niños y las niñas y que se centra en la empatía, la escucha, la ternura y el acompañamiento.

In the blink of an eye, Lindsey had her whole world come crashing down on her. Lindsey had done all the things that her mother said would make her successful in life, but soon she would discover it wasn't enough. What was supposed to be the most wonderful experience turned into a nightmare that seemed to last for eternity. Would she ever be able to turn things around and get past such tragedy and take back her life?

Paulette and Fred Baldwin find themselves wading through a new season of life in Hickory Grove, North Carolina. Their only son, McKinley, now works hundreds of miles away, and the distance between the husband and wife feels even farther. When their son returns home, his visit dredges up even more conflict between Fred and Paulette.