“Red Dawn meets Escape from New York and The Hunger Games” (Booklist) in an action-packed dystopian fantasy filled with “prose [that] is gorgeous and brilliant” and “tells a satisfyingly dark tale through alternating the two sisters’ points of view” (VOYA, starred review). It’s been nearly two decades since the Red Allies first attacked New York, and Manhattan is now a prisoner-of-war camp, ruled by Rolladin and her brutal, impulsive warlords. For Skyler Miller, Manhattan is a cage that keeps her from the world beyond the city’s borders. But for Sky’s younger sister, Phee, the POW camp is a dangerous playground of possibility, and the only home she’d ever want. When Sky and Phee discover their mom’s hidden journal from the war’s outbreak, they both realize there’s more to Manhattan—and their mother—than either of them had ever imagined. And after a group of strangers arrives at the annual POW census, the girls begin to uncover the island’s long-kept secrets. The strangers hail from England, a country supposedly destroyed by the Red Allies, and Rolladin’s lies about Manhattan’s captivity begin to unravel. Hungry for the truth, the sisters set a series of events in motion that end in the death of one of Rolladin’s guards. Now they’re outlaws, forced to join the strange Englishmen on an escape mission through Manhattan. Their flight takes them into subways haunted by cannibals, into the arms of a sadistic cult in the city’s Meatpacking District and, through the pages of their mom’s old journal, into the island’s dark and shocking past.
So close to her relaxing Atlanta weekend that she could almost taste it, beautiful, tough, Detective Lacy Fuller and her partner Chet Avery were suddenly assigned to a high-profile yet seemingly open-and-shut homicide case. Having found out that she was HIV positive, Shelly Farnsworth Stevens had taken out her anger on the only person she thought could have given her the illness: her husband, Todd. With one quick gunshot, the cheating bastard was out of her life. However, things are not always as they seem. Todd wasn't HIV positive and Shelly is but one of several people to have mysteriously contracted HIV in recent months. Atlanta becomes a hotbed of pandemonium as fear of a new, undiscovered mode of viral transmission seems possible. With the help of Dr. Sharon West and FBI Agent Margie Olsen, Detective Fuller uncovers a far greater evil than anyone dared imagine.
In Lee Kelly’s “electric” (Publishers Weekly) fantasy novel, two young sorcerers experiment with magic and mobsters in 1920s Prohibition when a new elixir is created that turns their lives upside down. Washington, DC, 1926. Sorcery opponents have succeeded in passing the 18th Amendment, but the Prohibition of magic has only invigorated the city’s underworld. Smuggling rings carry magic contraband in from the coast. Sorcerers cast illusions to aid mobsters’ crime sprees. Gangs have even established “magic havens,” secret venues where the public can lose themselves in immersive magic and consume a mind-bending, highly addictive elixir known as “the sorcerer’s shine.” Joan Kendrick, a young sorcerer from the backwoods of Norfolk County, accepts an offer to work for DC’s most notorious crime syndicate, The Shaw Gang, when her family’s home is repossessed. Alex Danfrey, first-year Federal Prohibition Unit trainee with a complicated past and talents of his own, becomes tapped to go undercover and infiltrate the Shaws. When Joan meets Alex at the Shaws’ magic haven, she discovers a confidante in her fellow partner and he begins to fall under her spell. But when a new breed of the addictive sorcerer’s shine is created within the walls of the magic haven, Joan and Alex are forced to question their allegiances as they become pitted against one another in a dangerous, heady game of cat-and-mouse.
Wags to Riches: Emma Lu is the true story of the authors second rescue dog. Emma lost her left eye in an accident before she was rescued from a North Carolina highway in 2001. She was healed and adopted into the authors loving home. Emma is a great example of how to overcome obstacles and accept differences in others. Her story proves how much innocent animals deserve and need our help. Readers of all ages will enjoy reading about Emmas positive spirit and optimism. All proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to animal rescue and welfare organizations.
In this book, Kelly and Rebecca have captured the heart of social gatherings for special occasions—expressing your love for family and friends in the DIY spirit of decorating, baking, and sewing. Discover how easy it can be to plan and create stylishly themed parties for all ages without breaking the bank. Have fun stitching and crafting creative décor projects along with matching party favors for your guests…plus, each party theme comes with its own signature dessert recipe. Dozens of sewing and no-sew projects for all skill levels, ranging from chic and elegant to festive and whimsical.
The true story of the author's second rescue dog. Emma lost her left eye in an accident before she was rescued from a North Carolina highway in 2001. She was healed and adopted into the author's loving home"--Page 4 of cover.
Augusta Road was constructed in the 1830s as a trade route between Greenville, South Carolina, and Augusta, Georgia. Through Greenville's textile boom, Augusta Road was transformed from a series of farms owned by some of Greenville's forefathers to some of the city's first suburbs and home to the South's first retail shopping center. Today, Augusta Road continues to be a destination point because of its unique shopping district and is a desirable area for living and raising a family. Augusta Road residents include nationally known politicians and entertainers.
About the Book Ten-year-old Rothy lives with his parents and adoring, younger brother. He loves pirates and the planets and imagines he and his friends travel on a pirate ship to other planets where all of their cool adventures begin. Rothy the Pirate Planet Traveler follows Rothy and his friends on a journey fueled by their imaginations as they meet extraordinary people and visit amazing places that exist beyond reality. Along the way, the boys learn about being open to others who are different from them and protecting the environment. The author hopes readers take away a big smile, continue to read this book to generation after generation, and that they may don a pirate patch and become kids again. About the Author Kelly Lee Roth cherishes the special time she gets with her family and friends. She is devoted to sharing the craft of writing with others as writing has been her lifelong passion. Her other passion is Latin dancing, which she shares with her husband, Jim. She published her first book in January 2022, which is called Freddie the Fluorescent Fish is Going to Find Riley’s Rainbow. It is due out in early 2023. You should expect to read more children's books from Kelly in the future. Kelly is even breaking into the genre of adult books, so there’s more to come from her.
Wags to Riches is the true story of Kassy Sue, the author's first rescue dog. This heartwarming tale follows Kassy as she is abandoned in a landfill, and then adopted into a loving home, where she happily lives out the rest of her days. Readers of all ages will enjoy this uplifting story of a true underdog coming out on top. All proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to animal rescue and welfare.
Wags to Riches is the true story of Kassy Sue, the author’s first rescue dog. This heartwarming tale follows Kassy as she is abandoned in a landfill, and then adopted into a loving home, where she happily lives out the rest of her days. Readers of all ages will enjoy this uplifting story of a true underdog coming out on top. All proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to animal rescue and welfare.
Americans were shocked and outraged to see chaos unfold at the Capitol on January 6, 2021. The melee shut down plans by some Republican lawmakers to object to Congress’s official certification of the 2020 presidential election results. Democrats, the news media, and many leading Republicans immediately blamed the roughly four-hour disturbance on President Trump. The president “incited an insurrection,” the American pubic was told. It prompted a second impeachment trial of Donald Trump after he left office. But one year later, the original narrative of what happened that day has crumbled while hundreds of Americans have been swept up in an unprecedented investigation led by Joe Biden’s Justice Department to punish them for their involvement in the January 6th protest. The public has been misled—and flat-out lied to—about a number of aspects related to that day. This book exposes them all.
Freddie the Fluorescent Fish Is Going to Find Riley's Rainbow By: Kelly Lee Roth About the Book Meet Freddie, the Mexican Lookdown fish! He is beautiful with fluorescent green scales, unlike any of his other family members. With his friends, an octopus, sea turtle, dolphin, and pirate, Freddie goes seeking for Riley’s rainbow. Representing diversity and differences, Freddie learns to embrace his special traits. Meeting villains along the way, watch Freddie and his friends discover what friendship means and the journey to Riley’s rainbow!
A practical guide to preparing students and job candidates for the demands of the modern workplace How can we prepare learners for an ever-changing world and job market? What are 21st century employers looking for in applicants, and how do we coach jobseekers to be ready on day one? Now is the time to rethink and expand how we prepare job seekers for the roles that will launch their careers. In Shift Teaching Forward, Kelly Cassaro gives educators the knowledge, insight, and practical advice they need to prime students for the social, emotional, and behavioral skills they need to thrive in tomorrow’s workplace. Shift Teaching Forward showcases the ecosystem of elements that characterizes a successful job-training program. As educators, we need to focus not only on standards alignment and technical skills, but also on the soft skills that will make students stand out as job candidates. In today’s labor market, being able to do the job is just the first step. We need to prepare students to interact with others, contribute to inclusive workplaces, and become collaborators—whatever their industry or career goals. This book shows the way. Discover why social, emotional, and behavioral skills are so critical for workplace success Get ideas and insight for integrating soft skills into secondary, postsecondary, and vocational training programs Develop training programs that will improve collaboration and inclusivity in your workplace Prepare learners for the future of work by embracing the full range of job readiness skills This book is ideal for secondary, postsecondary, and vocational educators and administrators, and it will also appeal to organizations looking to develop in-house talent.
Praise for the First Edition: "This is a concise, yet comprehensive book. I would recommend that any advanced practice nurse working in obstetrics have it on the bookshelf. It could also be used as a protocol manual for small practices." Score: 100, 5 Stars —Doody's Medical Reviews Now in its third edition, this remains the only comprehensive source of current, evidence-based information for busy nurse practitioners and related professionals who provide preconception, prenatal, and postpartum care in outpatient settings. This resource encompasses essential clinical topics and practice standards in an easy-to-read, outline format with a convenient spiral binding. The third edition presents important new information on Thyroid Disorders in Pregnancy, COVID-19 during Pregnancy and Lactation, Rural Maternity Services, Utilization of Telehealth Services in Pregnancy, Adverse Child Experiences, LGBTQ Considerations, Genetic Counseling, and more. Additionally, unique topics of emerging clinical relevance address the complex and evolving nature of prenatal care in the 21st century, such as the latest trends in preterm labor prevention, disaster planning, managing exposure to the Zika virus, obesity, dermatoses, and HIV in pregnancy. New to the Third Edition: New chapters on Thyroid Disorders in Pregnancy and COVID-19 during Pregnancy and Postpartum Updated sections on rural maternity services, telehealth services, adverse childhood experiences, nutrition, and LGBTQ considerations Clinical updates on genetic screening and testing, nausea and vomiting, use of low-dose aspirin to prevent complications, HIV prevention, using PrEP, breastfeeding, avoidance of non-medically indicated early-term delivery, use of marijuana and heroin Greatly expanded section on options for noninvasive prenatal testing for aneuploidy New information from the FDA on drug labeling New recommendations on anemia screening in pregnancy Updated imaging recommendations New and updated guidelines from Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses; American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; American Academy of Pediatricians; American College of Nurse Midwives; National Certification Corporation; National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health; the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the US Preventive Services Task Force Two new appendices covering Telehealth Resources, Best Practice Guides, and LGBTQIA+ resources Key Features: Ensures speedy access to clinical information through clear organization, outline format, and spiral-bound text Presents complete guidelines for each topic in consistent format Provides guidelines on identifying complications and when to refer for specialist care Offers detailed information on genetic counseling, health promotion and assessment, lactation issues, and medications during pregnancy Includes downloadable patient teaching guides
Reborn the Rose is a collection of poems and photographs about her journey out of Domestic Violence. Reborn the Rose is a light for your soul. Kelly Amanda Lee is a master of words and poetic rhythm. Reading the pages of this book is like turning on a light in a dark room. Kelly tells her story of abuse, mental anguish, loss of loved ones, regret and depression and her rise from it all in beautiful lines of poetry with excellent rhyme and rhythm. This poetic story of a remarkable woman and her resilient soul will lift your spirits and reveal to you how we can all change a bad situation to a good one. Kelly's story of survival and return to happiness and self-worth is positive affirmation that any obstacle can be overcome with inner strength and determination. Through reading Kelly's poetic lines you will see her beautiful, triumphant soul and feel her strength. Reborn the Rose is emotionally powerful and a georgous book. This book is a must for all who need a little more empowerment in their lives to hold their heads high, stay positive, and know that any obstacle in their search for joy and self-worth can be removed. Kelly has shown it is possible.
Collects Deadpool (1997) #1-11, -1; Daredevil/Deadpool Annual '97; Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #47. Joe Kelly’s hilarious, character-defining run on Deadpool begins here! Wade Wilson is a mercenary with a mouth, willing to work for whoever pays the bills. But the mysterious Landau, Luckman & Lake Corporation believes he can be a hero — though Blind Al, Deadpool’s elderly roommate-slash-prisoner, might not agree. Wade takes on the Taskmaster — but when his healing factor fails, the only thing that will juice it up is the Hulk’s blood! As Wade’s old rival T-Ray nurses a dangerous grudge, Deadpool falls in with Typhoid Mary — bringing him into conflict with Daredevil! And can Deadpool and Blind Al escape the past when they’re hurled backwards into the pages of a Silver Age Spider-Man story?!
This award-winning horror anthology is the “yardstick by which future ghost fiction will be measured”—featuring Tanith Lee, Joyce Carol Oates, and others (Publishers Weekly, starred review). Award-winning anthologist Ellen Datlow—praised by William Gibson as “the genre’s sharpest assembler of strange, dark fictions”—is determined to prove that ghost stories still possess the power to chill modern readers to the marrow. So she reached out to a list of varied and talented authors and invited them to scare the heck out of her. The resulting anthology redefines the ghost story, venturing beyond the accustomed tropes and into horror’s true realm: the unknown. The Dark takes a nuanced and disquieting look at the tormented and unquiet dead; the darkness in us, the living; and the sometimes tenuous boundary between the two. Under the covers of The Dark, you will find a gathering of sixteen unique ghost stories, deftly penned by authors versed in the argot of the damned, including Ramsey Campbell, Jeffrey Ford, Glen Hirshberg, Kelly Link, Sharyn McCrumb, Lucius Shepard, and Gahan Wilson. This is the stuff nightmares are made of. Winner of the International Horror Guild Award for Best Anthology of the Year
With loveable characters and a strong rhyming meter, this is a fun story centred around the town of Perkin, whose high unemployment inspires the locals to become creatively resourceful. Each character takes inspiration from the success of their neighbours, to turn the town into a thriving metropolis. A positive, fun story of empowerment!
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