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Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Suzanne Rindell’s The Other Typist. Read by the actress Gretchen Mol, who plays Gillian Darmody in the hit US series Boardwalk Empire. New York City, 1924: the height of Prohibition and the whole city swims in bathtub gin. Rose Baker is an orphaned young woman working as a typist in a police precinct on the lower East Side.

Teaching is more than a profession—it’s a calling to nurture and inspire. In Seeds of Change: Planting Hope and Growth in the Lives of Students, Mark Mansour takes listeners on a heartfelt journey through the transformative power of education. Drawing from his 20 years of experience as an educator, Mark shares practical insights and moving stories that highlight the immense impact teachers can have in shaping students’ lives.

Are you navigating a whirlwind of stress, awkwardness, and relationship drama at school and in life? Do you struggle to express yourself or wonder where you fit in this big world? In this insightful guide, Alicia McAuliffe shares relatable, easy-to-follow tips to help teens build confidence, manage emotions, and thrive. From juggling school and social life to learning skills for adulthood, this audiobook covers the essential tools schools often miss.

From best-selling author of Little Birds, Hannah Lee Kidder's Starlight touches your heart before taking a bite with 12 pitch-dark stories about the monster in your closet and the monster in all of us.

Blackwood Manor wasn’t just my grandmother Elana’s home—it was a secret, a burden I never asked for. I’m Amelia Blackwood, and this forgotten estate holds more than memories; it harbors something dangerous I’m only beginning to grasp. I had no idea what awaited me when I stepped through the manor’s massive doors. My grandmother’s death left me with this eerie estate, which feels more like a puzzle than a home. The shadows shift, and the air hums with unspoken truths.

A mysterious pond, a hidden time tunnel, and echoes from the past. Dive into an unforgettable time-travel adventure perfect for children aged 8-11. Beloved by readers worldwide, this modern classic is filled with suspense, heart, and the magic of discovery. When siblings Stella and Tom relocate to a creaky old house on the outskirts of London, they expect boredom, not intrigue. But the mysteries start piling up almost immediately.

Embark on a journey, through the authors eyes. Based on a true story. From an abused redheaded stepchild as the odds were stacked against her. A true leader, one with courage and grit. This easy to understand story will have you eager to know what lies ahead. Will she succumb to addiction or live to defeat it? Come along for the journey, take a look inside.

The Ultimate Guide of Fun Things To Do in Retirement is your roadmap to a joyful and purposeful retirement. Packed with practical tips and inspiring ideas, this guide will help you embrace new adventures and create a life you love.

A large part of the population is struggling with their health and wellness. They are experiencing an array of symptoms from light to chronic health issues, depression, and anxiety. And it feels awful, it feels as if your body is failing you somehow. But what if these health issues do not stem from your physical body?

When was the last time you lost your cool around your kids? Last month? Yesterday? Twenty minutes ago? The world of parenting isn't always easy, and while often rewarding, it's still abundant with ups and downs. But when those grins turn to frowns, and you sense conflict arising, it's easy to panic and lose your cool. If you have found yourself struggling to keep your calm during recent parenting ventures, you've come to the right place!

In Jütland verschwinden zwei Touristen während einer Wattwanderung spurlos. Polizist Peer Estrup geht der Vermisstenanzeige nach und trifft dabei auf Aktivistin Elly Østergard, die einem riesigen Umweltskandal auf der Spur ist. Wenig später tauchen Leichenteile im Watt auf. Offenbar wurden die beiden Touristen nach ihrem Tod in Säure aufgelöst. Doch was auf den ersten Blick wie ein perfides Gewaltverbrechen anmutet, entpuppt sich als ein schreckliches, übernatürliches Phänomen. Die Natur schlägt erbarmungslos zurück und verwandelt das dänische Wattenmeer in eine bestialische Todesfalle.

This groundbreaking book takes a deep dive into the latest scientific research on sleep, revealing the fascinating complexities of the sleep process and its crucial role in our overall health and well-being. You'll learn about the different stages of sleep, the impact of sleep deprivation, and the surprising benefits of napping.

This collection of 29 short stories, poems, and essays will take your breath away, break your heart, and even inspire transformation in your life. Because there’s no time like the present to break out of your shell, spread your wings, and embrace your own metamorphosis.

A beautiful television personality comes home to mourn her mother, as well as the life she lost when her husband became ill and the pandemic shut down her show. When her husband dies suddenly, was she simply expressing her grief with murder? Was he the intended victim, or did she narrowly escape the well-deserved wrath of her neighbors?

You have to admit, Patty has solved all of the unexplained deaths since she moved into the 55+ Mobile Home and RV Park. On the other hand, there weren't any unexplained deaths before she moved in! Finding herself unexpectedly alone in a 25-foot camper in West Central Florida, Patty's social skills are shaky, but she really wants to get along. The pandemic, COVID-19, strikes just as she is finally feeling like part of the community, and life turns upside down again. Her neighbors get creative - and dead. Will this be her last St. Patrick's Day celebration?

Retirement can be murder. Patty is a socially awkward woman unexpectedly living in a camper in a 55+ retirement mobile home and RV park. Everyone knows trailer parks can be transient, but because residents leave, not die unexpectedly! She's been forced to solve the unexplained deaths among her neighbors. Why is she always on the defensive? She puts her life on the line for her friends; will she run out of lives? Luck? Friends?

They stick out. They change the conversation. They challenge the traditional narrative. They are outcasts - isolated, different, misunderstood. Being normal is nice. But being an outcast is a real part of the human experience. Have you have ever had the feeling of being alone in some way, of being on the outside looking in? If so, then the characters in these short stories will move you - sometimes by their depravity, sometimes by their sorrow...and sometimes by their joy.

Patty Decker, a socially awkward widow, moved in, and her neighbors keep leaving, the hard way. A misunderstood hussy dies and practically everyone has a motive.... Patty has solved all the unexpected deaths in her park so far; but there were no unexpected deaths before she moved in! She closes in on her suspect, who has no choice but to "remove" Patty from the investigation. Will she live to sleuth again?

Lord Jason Malwbry left England in pursuit of a fleeing heiress. His plan was clear: Catch up to her in Alabama, woo her properly, and return home with a new wife. He certainly didn't expect to discover and have to overcome his character flaws in the process. Nor did he expect to have to backtrack to find Abigail in Key West. Little did he know just how many surprises the island held in store for him.

Shipwrecked in Key West. Whatever is a lady to do when a future duke is only interested in her dowry? Salvaged Love is the story of a young girl's journey into womanhood and her need to carve a place for herself in the small island community and in the heart of her husband. Set in 1828 at the cusp of Key West's rise to wealth from ship salvaging, the story blends fact and fiction to entertain and highlight the fascinating history of Key West, Florida.