Mercy was just a normal young woman on an adventure with her friends and colleagues to an alien planet when a terrifying creature shipwrecked her alone in the foreign land. Taken in by a seemingly welcoming tribe, she becomes docile and tamed. But when they turn her away because of her Godhood over the people, she must fight for her life with newly acquired friends to claim the people and her land so that she may return the world to the peace it once retained.
Each time Happy Harper asks her parents, “Is Grandpa coming today?” the answer is always a disappointing version of “not yet.” Until now. Happy Harper is happier than ever! Grandpa is FINALLY coming home to live with the family in Brooklyn. Join her in welcoming him from Haiti. Grandpa Comes Home launches the HAPPY HARPER multicultural children’s book series about a quirky Haitian American girl growing up in and exploring Brooklyn. Matching her colorful and happy personality are her signature blue glasses, wiry reddish-brown curls…and her ever-present wish for a pet chicken. This multigenerational story is a heartwarming reminder that separation by distance doesn’t mean separation by l♥ve. Pick up this perfect gift for Grandparents Day, or any occasion from birthdays to holidays. It is sure to be a favorite in your child’s library. It is a picture book for children ages 6-8 but speaks to all ages—just like the love grandparents have for their grandchildren!
Romance was the last thing on their minds--until the holidays brought these two women face to face with the men of their dreams. . . Holiday Seduction Kayla Perrin Mikki Harper isn't looking forward to going home for her sister's wedding--especially since she's just been dumped. Then she runs into "Boring Barry" from high school and soon the two are catching up on old times--and Mikki discovers Barry is anything but boring. Mikki doesn't expect to see him again, especially not at a dinner hosted by the groom's family. It turns out Barry wants to relive their fling. But will Mikki run into his arms--or back to her ex, who's suddenly had a change of heart? Her Holiday Gifts Deborah Fletcher Mello Commissioned to bake a towering cake for the Whitman Corporation's CEO at their New Year's extravaganza--Malisa Ivey is mortified when she gets trapped inside. Even worse, the cake is then transported--with Malisa inside--to Gabriel Whitman's office. The sexy business tycoon is shocked when a beautiful woman pops out of his dessert--and can't help but wonder what it would be like to have such sweetness in his life all year. . .
Each time Happy Harper asks her parents, “Is Grandpa coming today?” the answer is always a disappointing version of “not yet.” Until now. Happy Harper is happier than ever! Grandpa is FINALLY coming home to live with the family in Brooklyn. Join her in welcoming him from Haiti. Grandpa Comes Home launches the HAPPY HARPER multicultural children’s book series about a quirky Haitian American girl growing up in and exploring Brooklyn. Matching her colorful and happy personality are her signature blue glasses, wiry reddish-brown curls…and her ever-present wish for a pet chicken. This multigenerational story is a heartwarming reminder that separation by distance doesn’t mean separation by l♥ve. Pick up this perfect gift for Grandparents Day, or any occasion from birthdays to holidays. It is sure to be a favorite in your child’s library. It is a picture book for children ages 6-8 but speaks to all ages—just like the love grandparents have for their grandchildren!
It's take two for these college BFFs. The last person Austin Mariani expected to see when he showed up to work on the set of Wedding Games was Harper Hudson, the perfect girl he let get away. Now he's putting his career--and his heart--on the line by sneaking around to help find a runaway bride. Harper has spent years rebuilding her life in Wellspring after taking a chance at love in college and striking out. With a successful bakery downtown, she finally feels like her life is falling into place--until her sister disappears in the middle of filming a reality wedding show. Now the only person she can go to is the same guy who broke her heart four years ago. When Austin and Harper's search drags them all over Wellspring, long-lost feelings resurface. Can Austin and Harper rekindle the relationship they once had? Or is the pain too deep to recover? Tune into Wedding Games to find out!
What does it look like to live a flourishing, messy, wonderful life together? As parents, we're tasked with nurturing and guiding our children, even as we navigate our own wonderings about faith. In the overwhelm and constant demands of life, is it possible to tend to our own souls and to our family's flourishing? With tender curiosity and contemplative wisdom, Every Season Sacred is a weekly invitation to grow spiritually alongside our children. Blending thoughtful musings and practical resources, author Kayla Craig meets parents right where they are, offering honest and hopeful reflections for every season of the parenting journey; encouragement to parent with intention and imagination, presence and purpose; and open-ended discussion prompts and prayers to explore and practice as a family. Every Season Sacred is an invitation to ask big questions, embrace faithful rhythms, and experience God's mysterious, loving presence together. You don't have to have all the answers--and if we're honest, many answers aren't ours to have. This is the beauty of faith. As you parent your children and explore your questions together, may God reveal sacred moments to you--in each season of your life.
Students, military historians, and casual readers will all find this compelling collection useful in learning about escape strategies, hostage situations, and rescue operations during times of conflict. Great Wartime Escapes and Rescues tells the captivating stories of dozens of escapes and rescues from conflicts dating from the 16th century to present, with extensive coverage of the world wars of the 20th century and the Vietnam War. In addition, escapes and rescues related to terrorist activities and regional conflicts are featured. Some stories of escapes and rescues included in this work have been written about extensively and portrayed in films, including The Great Escape and Captain Phillips' rescue by Navy SEALs. Other stories are less widely known but just as absorbing. The book opens with a detailed introductory essay that illuminates the government policies and tactics various countries have used to rescue soldiers and civilians during wartime, as well as the diverse methods that prisoners of war have used to escape notorious camps and prisons. The entries, organized alphabetically, are augmented by engaging sidebars related to the escapes and rescues. The book also includes references to such sources as autobiographies, biographies, news accounts, and interviews with veterans.
When Sheldon Ford walked into her life, Tyanna Montgomery thought she had been carried up to heaven on the strong wings of a sexy black angel. But when he disappeared, she came crashing down to earth. Now he's back with some wild tale about having been undercover to take down a Miami mob-boss -- which means he's either big trouble or flat-out crazy, and either way Tyanna should let him go. But damn if the man doesn't still make her heart race and her body ache with wanting him! Sheldon should never have returned -- and now he's put his sweet woman in serious danger! But living without Tyanna's loving would not be living. Though she doesn't believe a word of his story, that doesn't make the threat less real -- and he'll protect his ebony queen to his last breath. But will she still want him when she realizes that taking a chance on this love means risking a lot more than her heart?
Mr. Right" was wrong! Lovelorn librarian Serena Childs was destroyed when Cecil Montford—the fine–looking charmer she thought was "The One"—snuck out of her life with her savings and a priceless diamond necklace. And now he's dining in plain view at a local restaurant only two weeks later! But it's not until she has the man arrested that Serena discovers he's not Cecil at all—but the lowlife thief's equally hot twin brother, Darrell. The lady can't believe the two are actually related. Where Cecil was lowdown, Darrell's loyal and honest . . . and as tempting a dark dreamboat as her lips have ever ached to kiss. Darrell's eager to help Serena get back the jewels—and the heart—his no–good twin stole from her. But how can she trust someone with the same heavenly face that gave her hell—even when the angel tells her he wants to love her for a lifetime?
Imagine having your perfect world right there in front of you and then watching as everything you thought you knew, everything you thought you loved just slowly.faded.away. Cameron has want any girl wants. The perfect relationship. The perfect friends. The perfect personality. The perfect face. She is the perfect person. Sean is in love with her. She has two great best friends. She's the life of every party. Her world is without flaws. But we don't get to choose who we fall in love with. We don't always know what friends are really our friends. And for Cameron, it really is unfortunate that people don't walk around with "Caution!" signs on their back. What happens if we see true love as a kids' game--- When love is true, and not about us as individuals but about us here together. Then we see the R Word for what it is. Then we can see the truth. The truth through eyes of innocence, a personality untainted, beaming from a face most unique; A face perfected.In a moment where all seemed lost and nobody could hear her, Cameron takes a job taking care of a little boy. And now, her world is about to change.Forever."Oh, hewwo", he said, smiling up at me. "My name is Bobby.
Jobs that were once well-defined are now multifaceted. New realities have placed a premium on employee cognitive processing to fulfill complex occupational roles. But human conscious cognitive capacity is limited, making it nearly impossible for employees to keep up without being overloaded. Stajković and Sergent refute the common assumption that technological automation is the only way forward. Instead, they directly tackle the issue of employee cognitive overload by proposing cognitive automation as an alternative solution. The authors present a sampling of cutting-edge research showing that conscious guidance is not required for all goal pursuits; goal-directed behavior at work can be automated via priming of subconscious goals. Building on research in social psychology and organizational behavior, Stajković and Sergent introduce four models to explain how subconscious goals are primed in organizations: •Auto-motive model: Repeated practice with a goal makes cognitive automation possible. •Goal contagion: Observing and inferring goals of others creates cognitive automation. •Means-goal priming: Confidence in your goal pursuit enhances cognitive automation. •A history of reinforcement: Money, feedback, and social recognition used to reinforce goal achievement become associated with the goal, resulting in cognitive automation. The authors canvas a broad range of knowledge concerning the problem of employee cognitive overload in contemporary organizations and rely on multidisciplinary research to propose cognitive automation as a solution that can address it directly. This book is a deep well of valuable information for those interested in solving real work problems with application of science of organizational behavior (SOB).
Romance was the last thing on their minds--until the holidays brought these two women face to face with the men of their dreams. . . Holiday Seduction Kayla Perrin Mikki Harper isn't looking forward to going home for her sister's wedding--especially since she's just been dumped. Then she runs into "Boring Barry" from high school and soon the two are catching up on old times--and Mikki discovers Barry is anything but boring. Mikki doesn't expect to see him again, especially not at a dinner hosted by the groom's family. It turns out Barry wants to relive their fling. But will Mikki run into his arms--or back to her ex, who's suddenly had a change of heart? Her Holiday Gifts Deborah Fletcher Mello Commissioned to bake a towering cake for the Whitman Corporation's CEO at their New Year's extravaganza--Malisa Ivey is mortified when she gets trapped inside. Even worse, the cake is then transported--with Malisa inside--to Gabriel Whitman's office. The sexy business tycoon is shocked when a beautiful woman pops out of his dessert--and can't help but wonder what it would be like to have such sweetness in his life all year. . .
When We Kneel, We Learn is an autobiographical work based on Kayla Morgan Dudley's experience in a caregiving facility over the expanse of two years. The book touches on the relationships she cultivated with the elderly--including those living with Alzheimer's and dementia. The audience that the author hopes to reach are those who are interested in caring for the geriatric population. The memoir is written from the lens of Christianity. However, the lessons that are learned throughout the piece are so profoundly human that they are accessible to anyone who wants to deepen their relationships and have a greater understanding of others. The book is shaped in such a way that it gives the reader insight into the personalities of our elders, including quotes and stories from individual persons, as well as ways that Kayla learned to approach caring for those enduring the effects of aging.
Desperate for refuge after the man who stalked her escapes from prison, talk radio host Diamond Montgomery finds herself under the protection of former military man Michael Robbins. Now, she and Michael must risk everything on believing in each other. Original.
Three sorority sisters decide to teach a new pledge a lesson in revenge for throwing herself at one of their boyfriends, but the situation turns deadly.
Prayers to guide your journey of raising kids in a complicated world. In an age of distraction and overwhelm, finding the words to meaningfully pray for our children--and for our journey as parents--can feel impossible. Written with warmth and welcome, To Light Their Way gives voice to your prayers when words won't come. Filled with more than 100 modern liturgies, this book guides you into an intentional conversation with God for your children and the world they live in. From everyday struggles like helping your child find friends or thrive in school to larger issues like praying for a brighter world rooted in peace and truth, these pleas and petitions act as a gentle guide, reminding us that while our words may fail, God never does. At the core of To Light Their Way is the deepest of prayers: that our children will experience the love of God so deeply that their lives will be an outpouring of love that lights up the world.
The Sixth Edition of David F. Bjorklund and Kayla B. Causey’s topically organized Children’s Thinking presents a current, comprehensive, and dynamic examination of cognitive development. The book covers individual children and their developmental journeys while also following the general paths of overall cognitive development in children. This unique and effective approach gives readers a holistic view of children’s cognitive development, acknowledging that while no two children are exactly alike, they tend to follow similar developmental patterns. Supported by the latest research studies and data, the Sixth Edition provides valuable insights for readers to better understand and work with children.
A celebrated biologist's manifesto addressing a soil loss crisis accelerated by poor conservation practices and climate change "Jo Handelsman is a national treasure, and her clarion call warning of a looming soil-loss catastrophe must be heard. Add her clearly written alarm to other future-shocks: climate change, pandemics, and mass extinctions."--Laurie Garrett, Pulitzer Prize winner and author of The Coming Plague: Newly Emerging Diseases in a World out of Balance "The ground beneath our feet is slipping away as we lose the precious soil that sustains us. Jo Handelsman's writing--as rich and life supporting as the soil itself--is a riveting warning."--Alan Alda, actor, writer, and host of the podcast Clear+Vivid with Alan Alda This book by celebrated biologist Jo Handelsman lays bare the complex connections among climate change, soil erosion, food and water security, and drug discovery. Humans depend on soil for 95 percent of global food production, yet let it erode at unsustainable rates. In the United States, China, and India, vast tracts of farmland will be barren of topsoil within this century. The combination of intensifying erosion caused by climate change and the increasing food needs of a growing world population is creating a desperate need for solutions to this crisis. Writing for a nonspecialist audience, Jo Handelsman celebrates the capacities of soil and explores the soil-related challenges of the near future. She begins by telling soil's origin story, explains how it erodes and the subsequent repercussions worldwide, and offers solutions. She considers lessons learned from indigenous people who have sustainably farmed the same land for thousands of years, practices developed for large-scale agriculture, and proposals using technology and policy initiatives.
Teach students the architecture beneath a successful story—and boost their reading comprehension and writing skills for a lifetime Writing instruction can sometimes seem scattershot, as teachers try to cover a galaxy of craft techniques, ideas, intentions, and genres. The possibilities are endless—and that’s the problem. In Text Structures from Picture Books, elementary and middle grade teachers tap into a well-ordered universe of inspiring and illustrative stories to help students frame their thinking and focus choices. Using the bite-size format of picture books as a starting point, the authors share 50 low-prep, quick-access lessons to help you teach students seven concrete ways to respond to text in any genre. Through these lessons, students will be able to: Generate their own writing, using a text structure harvested from the work of professional authors Retell a story, using the text structure from the story Generate reading responses, using structures that support clarity Analyze a story to construct thematic statements, capturing the author’s message and bigger themes Write about a theme or big idea demonstrating empathic and evidence-based interpretation Answer open-ended questions by selecting a technique that reflects the text and their engagement Experiment with author’s craft in their own writing Based on master writing teacher Gretchen Bernabei’s instructional model, the lessons offer a lively, high-impact mix of reading aloud, discussion, modeling, student writing, and peer share. Plus, readers have access to a complete companion website full of text structure reproducibles, reading response prompts, additional lessons and extensions, students samples, and links to demo videos. State tests are now assessing reading and writing together. And that’s a good thing—but we’ve got some catching up to do. Written for students beginning in second grade, Text Structures from Picture Books will help your students swiftly and surely become text-savvy readers and writers.
This book examines how Performance or Outcomes Based Funding (POBF) policies impact racial equity in higher education. Over the last decade, higher education has become entrenched in a movement that holds colleges and universities more accountable to its supporters. There are pressures to answer questions about student outcomes and performance, the value of education, the effectiveness of instructors, and the ability of existing leaders to manage efficiently and effectively. It is within this climate that states have adopted POBF policies. Through POBF, public colleges and universities receive state funding through formulas that no longer rely solely on student enrollment, but are instead based on student outcomes. This book provides an overview for policymakers of how racial equity has been addressed, the impact of these approaches, and recommendations for moving forward.
When her old high-school flame hires her to help him organize a party for a friend, successful Florida businesswoman Kelly Robbins tries to deny the attraction that still lingers between them until the feelings of mistrust from their past are resolved. Original.
Looking for entertaining stories of drama, glamour and passion featuring sophisticated and sensual African-American and multicultural heroes and heroines? Harlequin Kimani Romance brings you all this and more with these four new full-length books for one great price! FLAMES OF PASSION (Love on Fire) Kayla Perrin When Nya Lowe sees her deceitful ex at a party, she does something totally out of character and puts the moves on sexy firefighter Tyler Johansen. As they stoke the flames of a dangerous desire, can they trust each other enough to turn their romance into a forever love? SEASON FOR LOVE (Kimani Hotties: Forever My Lady) Velvet Carter A business trip to Italy with designer Dash Migilio is the kind of getaway that fashion tycoon Lark Randolph really needs. As they explore Italy's beautiful countryside, will the sinfully seductive younger millionaire awaken a passion that tempts Lark to cross the line from business into pleasure? ALL OF ME Sheryl Lister Declaring a "dating hiatus" is easy decision for teacher Karen Morris as she unwinds solo on a luxurious Caribbean cruise, but businessman Damian Bradshaw is determined to change her mind. As they ignite an insatiable need that neither can deny, will the promise of a bright future be enough to rehabilitate their reluctant hearts? FOREVER MY BABY (The Dugrandpres of Charleston) Jacquelin Thomas A nurse shockingly reveals that Garland Warner's daughter was switched at birth with former flame Ryker Dugrandpre's baby. The solution is as obvious as it is crazy—can Garland and Ryker live together and raise the girls as sisters, in order to finally build their future and family with each other?
Alice Watson's no longer the shy, overweight girl everyone dissed back in high school—everyone, that is, except Marcus Quinn, her one-time best friend who ended up trampling all over her heart. Now, thirteen years later, Alice is tall, stunning, sensational . . . and a genuine movie star who goes by the name of Desirée LaCroix. And passion's flame starts smoking again when she sees that handsome Marcus still has it going on. But is it Alice or her famous Hollywood persona who's got his beautiful brown eyes wide open? Marcus's own heart has gone through major achin' since back in the day. And the reappearance of Alice/Desirée seems to spell bigtime trouble. Still, this proud, sexy sista could make Marcus forget the pain and his promise not to let a fine face and figure turn his head ever again. And even though the lady's got drama—and there's serious danger doggin' her trail—this could be the time for cautious Marcus to commit to a perfect love that he once let get too far away.
Mercy was just a normal young woman on an adventure with her friends and colleagues to an alien planet when a terrifying creature shipwrecked her alone in the foreign land. Taken in by a seemingly welcoming tribe, she becomes docile and tamed. But when they turn her away because of her Godhood over the people, she must fight for her life with newly acquired friends to claim the people and her land so that she may return the world to the peace it once retained.
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