This work tracks the nation/South juxtaposition in US literature from the founding to the turn of the 20th century, through genres including travel writing, gothic and romance novels, geography textbooks, transcendentalist prose, and abolitionist address.
Master the Essentials of Illustrating Your Favorite Animals! Grab your pencil, whip out your sketchbook and get ready to draw! In this must-have book for beginners, beloved artist Jennifer Rae Phillips showcases her best step-by-step tutorials to take your animal drawings to the next level. Learn to break down each species’ complicated anatomy into basic shapes with ease and watch as your illustrations come to life. Start off with simple structures of adorable dogs and feisty felines as they lounge, sit and stretch. Then capture more dynamic poses with projects featuring animals in motion, such as a bucking bronco or an eagle in flight. You can also use the mini-tutorials at the end of the chapters to understand how adjusting certain features, like the width of a muzzle or the tips of feathers, will allow you to create any breed—real or imagined! Take the next step in your artistic journey with this menagerie of classic animal tutorials, and let your imagination run wild.
Hector's Hope is a fictional account, suitable for middle school youths to adults, of an abandoned dog on his journey to find a forever home. As the story teller, Hector shares his encounters with canine, feline and human friends along the way as well as the many challenges faced with life alone on the streets.Through the bonds of friendship and his consistent reliance on the power of hopes and dreams, Hector finds the strength to overcome numerous obstacles and eventually proves that dreams really do come true.
Brightie finds herself unexpectedly designated by Kessen, the current pack leader, to be his successor upon retirement. She travels back in time to share her stories with the neighborhood dogs. Can she combine her role as delightful diva with the new role as leader of the pack? Discover the answer in Brunch With Brightie.
Laugh out loud with the complete Return to Love series! SHE’S GOTTA BE MINE, BOOK 1 Dumped by her husband for his former sweetheart, Roberta Jones Spivey reinvents herself. The new Bobbie Jones—new haircut, new attitude—follows her almost ex to Cottonmouth, California. The best way to show him his mistake: take up with the town bad boy, sexy Nick Angel—who’s reputed to be a serial killer. It’s all going according to plan...until murder rocks Cottonmouth. Of course Nick didn’t do it...did he? FOOL’S GOLD, BOOK 2 When his sister puts out a distress call, Sheriff Braxton heads out of Cottonmouth to Goldstone, Nevada, never suspecting he’s going to have to offer advice to the lovelorn. A scary enough prospect, but when murder happens, Brax is suddenly hip-deep in small-town secrets. Then there’s Simone Chandler. Is she the real thing, or, as with everything else in Goldstone, is she Fool’s Gold? CAN’T FORGET YOU, BOOK 3 There’s something very special about the house Maggie grew up in. It’s sort of...alive. With a mind of its own. And it has plans for the people living there now. Still grieving for her grandmother and trying to fix up a house that seems to be falling down around her, Maggie’s got more trouble than she can handle. Then things go from bad to worse when Samson the dog starts digging in the basement… The Return to Love bundle is contemporary romantic comedy / mystery. PRAISE FOR JENNIFER SKULLY NOVELS “Skully's novel is a triumph. It's fabulously funny, with top-notch dialogue, terrific pacing and witty compelling characters.” Romantic Times Huntress Reviews: “A witty novel that will keep you engrossed until the very end!” Huntress Reviews “An absolute delight.” Road to Romance Reviews “Jennifer Skully combines humor, mystery, hot sex, fascinating characters, and annoying relatives into one winning book.” Romance Reviews Today.
Lights… Camera… Sizzling attraction! Director Jack Douglas needs a hit. High ratings keep his volatile father sweet, and therefore his mother happy—and she's the only thing Jack cares about. New TV show Perfect Match looks ideal. A dating reality show is not contestant Brooke Wright's idea of fun. But it's an incredible chance to promote her family's deluxe sports brand and give something back to her adopted sisters. If only she could ignore the maddeningly hot guy in charge! So when the cameras stop rolling, how long will they be able to keep their eyes on the prize…and their hands off each other?
A fun-loving and adventurous dog named Kessen tells his story as only he can. It begins with a cross country trip meant for fun and enjoyment that is suddenly interrupted by a life-threatening accident. In the critical moments following the crash, Kessen's life flashes before his eyes, and he finds himself reliving his puppy days, the pain of separation from his canine family, and his transition to a new life.
Presents well-known fairy tales told from a dog's perspective and commented upon by wisecracking cats. Includes "Cindersmelly," "Jack Russell and the Beanstalk," and "The Doberman's New Clothes.
The Honourable Army Doc Dr Quinn Daniels is instantly hooked by Dr Alisha Jansson's exotic beauty. Only the rugged army captain knows he's not relationship material - his situation is complicated enough as he prepares for life as a single parent to his twin daughters. But his honourable intention to stay away is tested when he has to work with Ali! Her natural warmth lands her a special place in his daughters' lives, but Quinn can also see a sadness clouding those hypnotic eyes. Can these two bruised hearts find happiness together? Navy Officer To Family Man He may be her ex-husband, but naval officer Sam Taylor still makes Juliet's heart flutter. Sam has returned to work, but for the first time in his life, the refreshing breeze and crashing sounds of the sea just aren't enough to put him at ease. And when Sam finds out Juliet needs urgent medical treatment, it's his wake-up call. His new command: to take the helm at home, and hope beyond hope he can give his kids and the woman he loves a happily-ever-after...
Dramatically reframing the debate on education in America, Making the Grade shows why today's test-driven reforms will fail and points the way toward a system that benefits all students.
Bridesmaid Olivia Matthews has arrived at her best friend's glamorous society wedding – and stepped into her worst nightmare! From her cleavage to her attitude, nothing about Livvie is welcome. The only silver lining is best man Edward Winchester. He might be a bit uptight, but he kisses like an X–rated dream. So Livvie decides there's only one way to redeem this wedding from hell: persuade Edward to cut loose and have his wicked way with her!
The championship is her dearest desire, not love. Recently appointed girls' volleyball coach at Keowee High School, Randi Sly spends the night with rival coach Blake Steele after getting sick from drinking too much wine. Rumors swirl as the two battle for the State crown.
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