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In a world where the clash between rival nations ignites the flames of war, Lora finds herself thrust into a whirlwind of unexpected alliances and dangerous secrets. Forged with a singular purpose, she was meant to be the weapon that brings down the Shades' greatest foes, the war-mongering Drakes.

Lora has finally found a home among the Drakes—a new family bound by loyalty and unwavering love, anchored by both her long standing friendship with Kierra and her growing bond with Kalon. Amid the chaos of the Shade invasion, she feels a rare sense of security, a peace she never thought possible. But peace is fragile, and the conflict between the Shades and the Drakes is far from over.

Ever felt like your perfectly curated feed is more real than your actual life? Have you ever pretended to be okay just to survive one more scroll, one more post, one more day? Then Emery Blake’s summer might feel all too familiar. When a wine-fueled, Photoshop-powered lie accidentally turns her into a viral “vacation goals” sensation, Emery does what any broke, burnt-out content creator might do—she doubles down.

Master the life skills every teenager needs to thrive, even if it feels overwhelming right now! Do you worry that your teen isn’t prepared for adulthood? Or are you a teen eager to gain independence but unsure where to start? Managing money, cooking meals, handling stress—these everyday skills can feel daunting. But with the right guidance, learning them is easier than you think.

After participating in a blind dating experiment with three guys, she’s ready for a break from men, even if that includes her best friend, Rhodes. So she does what almost any thirty-year-old in crisis mode would do: she purchases a van and flees her hometown with her favorite sidekick and pet, Cleocatra, hoping to get lost in Montana and maybe even find herself. If only it were that easy. Rhodes didn’t think confessing his undying love for his best friend would push her to leave town suddenly. Wrong. It did.

Three chances to fall in love. Sight unseen. Paige Turner is back where she started. She’s living in her parent’s basement, working at Upstairs Closet Thrift, and stuck dating men who hate lemon meringue pie and cats—heathens. Something needs to change. She just didn’t think that meant participating in a blind dating experiment to find a man she could connect with emotionally and who wouldn’t dare judge her Netflix queue. Rhodes has loved Paige since headgear, acne, and every questionable style phase.

Convergence is The Hunger Games meets Ex Machina—a gripping YA dystopian novel about love, humanity, and the chilling ethical dilemmas of AI. Seventeen-year-old Maya has always known her place in the secluded village of Brookfield, where tradition protects humanity from the dangers of technology. But when her sister falls gravely ill, and a mysterious newcomer offers a cure from a high-tech city, Maya is forced to abandon everything she’s ever believed.

Teen years can feel like a rollercoaster—pressures from school, friendships, and family. It's a lot to handle. One moment you're up, the next you're crashing down. If you often feel overwhelmed by anxiety or stress, this guide will help you regain control. What if you had the tools to manage your emotions? What if anxiety and stress no longer ruled you? This groundbreaking audiobook is packed with techniques designed just for teens to help you navigate life's challenges.

We’re looking forward to guiding you through what we know can be a rather overwhelming experience—but with the right knowledge and chutzpah you’ll see that self-publishing is one of the most thrilling and meaningful journeys a writer can take. I’m Janita, and I’m going to teach you the lessons I’ve learned over the past ten years in the independent publishing industry.

Every day you meet your child’s spiritual and emotional needs—you just don’t know it. In this short, accessible, and comforting book, expert J.L. Shattuck provides insight into your child’s earliest rituals.