the hen who dreamed she could fly hwang sun mi

This is the story of a hen named Sprout. No longer content to lay eggs on command only to have them carted off to the market, she glimpses her future every morning through the barn doors, where the other animals roam free, and comes up with a plan to escape into the wild-and to hatch an egg of her own. An anthem for individuality and motherhood, The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly has captivated millions of readers in Korea. Now the novel is making its way around the world, where it has the potential to inspire generations of readers the way Jonathan Livingston Seagull or The Alchemist have. And with Nomoco's evocative illustrations throughout, this first English-language edition beautifully captures the journey of an unforgettable character in world literature.

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An inspiring story about the incredible things that can happen when you give something a try, from award-winning author Catherine Emmett and bestselling illustrator Claire Powell. Delilah did not often talk of her dream, in case others laughed at how daft it might seem.For like all those others, this small dodo knew, there never had been any dodos who flew. Meet Delilah. She’s on a mission to be the first dodo to take flight – and she won’t let what any of the other dodos say stand in her way. This heart-warming story of perseverance, from the Oscar’s Book Prize shortlisted author of The Pet, will strike a chord with anyone who’s ever dared to dream. Brought to life with fabulous artwork from the illustrator of The Night Before the Night Before Christmas. This empowering story is perfect for fans of Rachel Bright.

Objev podobné jako The Dodo Who Dreamed She Could Fly - Catherine Emmett

Luna has crash-landed back into her life after spending a year in a mental institution... but that might just mean she''s closer to the edge than she''s ever been before. After discovering clues about the Flying Woman''s missing family, Luna''s obsession reignites, threatening to again unravel her fragile mind. Meanwhile, a mysterious guru appears in the sewers of Chicago and a Russian mercenary seeks old secret technology, and the spectre of violence begins to loom over everyone once more. Luna begins to wonder... will she even survive long enough to go insane?

Objev podobné jako She Could Fly Volume 2: The Lost Pilot - Christopher Cantwell

'A delicious series that is as unexpected, as hilarious and as more-ish as any you could wish for - or grow! A true must-read for anyone who believes that a little magic, coupled with the soils of a garden, can bring forth a brilliant adventure or three' Onjali Rauf, author of The Boy at the Back of the Class'Shepherd has created a magical series that makes eyes shine with wonder, hearts swell with warmth, and rooms fill with giggles' Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken LegsEleven-year-old Tomas has a secret friend like no other: Flicker, a dragon with glittering eyes and scales that flicker from fiery orange to ruby red. But Tomas is also having to get used to Flicker being away, now that his dragon's home is back in the frosty North. Adventure is never far away for Tomas, though - as he finds out when another dragon hatches on the dragonfruit tree at the bottom of the garden, a dragon who quite quickly decides he is sticking firmly with Tomas! Zing is a tiny dragon with oversized wings, who causes havoc wherever he goes.When a new girl, Aura, starts at school, proclaiming herself to be a dragon expert, Tomas is thrown into confusion. He is the one with the dragons and the dragonfruit tree, after all! Before he knows it, Tomas has blurted out his secret to Aura, and sets in motion a chain of events which will lead to adventures and mayhem aplenty ...

Objev podobné jako The Boy Who Dreamed of Dragons (The Boy Who Grew Dragons 4) - Shepherd Andy

From the acclaimed writer of Ship of Shadows comes a brand-new fantasy following the magical journey of one girl and her bear. In a land of ice and stars, where constant troll invasions threaten to shake the moon from the sky, lives a girl with a magical destiny. A girl braver than a Viking, who will one day hold the fate of the North in her hands. That girl is Saga Thorolfsdottir.But there''s just one problem: ever since her parents died wielding powerful runes, Saga has been deathly afraid of magic. She would much rather stay within the safety of her village and play with her pet bear, Bjørn, than pursue any kind of magical destiny.So when Saga accidentally disturbs a clan of trolls in the mountains, leading to her whole village being taken prisoner, she has to face her fears head on. No amount of rune magic will defeat these monsters, and Saga has only one option - to compete in the Fifth Winter contest, an incredible tournament where only the bravest may enter and only one champion can win. The prize? A horn of magic, powerful enough to rattle the gods themselves . . .This is the perfect read for fans of Sophie Anderson''s The Girl Who Speaks Bear, Abi Elphinstone and Fireborn!

Objev podobné jako The Girl Who Dreamed in Magic - Maria Kuzniar

On a hotly-contested battlefield, a prince whose touch creates life meets a soldier chosen by death. But can they forge a future together, from opposite sides of a great war?A lyrical and character-driven queer fantasy for those who loved She Who Became the Sun, The Song of Achilles and Sistersong.Prince Elician is a Giver – a closely-guarded secret. He can heal any wound and bring the dead back to life. He also can’t be killed, so is cursed to watch his country wage an endless war. Reapers can kill with a single touch. And when one attacks Prince Elician near a hotly contested battlefield, the Reaper expects a terrible punishment. Instead, Elician offers him a new life on enemy territory.Cat, as Elician calls him, hadn’t realized he could ever find someone who would make life worth living. Yet Elician’s enemies plan to turn his kindness against him. As the pieces of a deadly plot come together, tensions escalate at court and on the battlefield. The fires of conflict burst into new flame – but can those who wield the powers of life and death find peace?A powerful and richly-imagined tale from a bold new voice in fantasy fiction. Expect themes of ''enemies to lovers'' as well as ''found family'' in this sweeping adventure.

Objev podobné jako The Sun Blessed Prince - Lindsey Byrd

On a hotly-contested battlefield, a prince whose touch creates life meets a soldier chosen by death. But can they forge a future together, from opposite sides of a great war?A lyrical and character-driven queer fantasy for those who loved She Who Became the Sun, The Song of Achilles and Sistersong.Prince Elician is a Giver – a closely-guarded secret. He can heal any wound and bring the dead back to life. He also can’t be killed, so is cursed to watch his country wage an endless war. Reapers can kill with a single touch. And when one attacks Prince Elician near a hotly contested battlefield, the Reaper expects a terrible punishment. Instead, Elician offers him a new life on enemy territory.Cat, as Elician calls him, hadn’t realized he could ever find someone who would make life worth living. Yet Elician’s enemies plan to turn his kindness against him. As the pieces of a deadly plot come together, tensions escalate at court and on the battlefield. The fires of conflict burst into new flame – but can those who wield the powers of life and death find peace?A powerful and richly-imagined tale from a bold new voice in fantasy fiction. Expect themes of ''enemies to lovers'' as well as ''found family'' in this sweeping adventure.

Objev podobné jako The Sun Blessed Prince - Lindsey Byrd

Feeling lost and alone in a strange new city, Leelu wishes she could fly away back home – her real home where her dad is, thousands of miles away.London is cold and grey and the neighbours are noisy and there’s concrete everywhere.But Leelu is not alone; someone is leaving her gifts outside her house – wonders which give her curious magical powers.Powers which might help her find her way home . . .Fly Me Home is an incredibly moving portrait of one family’s struggle to adjust to life in a new country. Full of friendship, family and magic, this stunning novel by Polly Ho-Yen, author of Boy in the Tower (shortlisted for the Waterstones Children''s Book Prize and the Blue Peter Book Award) and Where Monsters Lie, is a must-read for 9-12 readers.Praise for Boy in the Tower''An unusual and very impressive debut'' The Bookseller‘I loved it’ BookbagPraise for Where Monsters Lie ‘One of the most unusual and distinctive new voices in children’s fiction’ The Bookseller

Objev podobné jako Fly Me Home - Polly Ho-Yen

A beautiful gift book and an original, modern fairy tale, told in sparkling prose and striking colour and collage.Serena wishes she could fly. One day, she makes a pair of wings that come to life by the enchantment of a precious blue stone. Soon Serena soars through the sky, only she travels too far and too fast. When she befriends a little girl called Laloolee in a magical floating world, Serena learns how to control her wings – and how to find her way back home again.

Objev podobné jako Serena and Laloolee Fly Away - Rosemary Clunie

WINNER OF THE BAILEYS'' WOMEN''S PRIZE FOR FICTION 2016WINNER OF THE DESMOND ELLIOT PRIZE 2016''A head-spinning, stomach-churning state of the nation novel'' THE TELEGRAPH''Glorious, foul-mouthed, fizzing'' SUNDAY TIMES''Seriously enjoyable and high-octane'' IRISH TIMESWe all do stupid things when we''re kids.Ryan Cusack''s grown up faster than most - being the oldest of six with a dead mum and an alcoholic dad will do that for you.And nobody says Ryan''s stupid. Not even behind his back.It''s the people around him who are the problem. The gangland boss using his dad as a ''cleaner''. The neighbour who says she''s trying to help but maybe wants something more than that. The prostitute searching for the man she never knew she''d miss until he disappeared without trace one night . . .The only one on Ryan''s side is his girlfriend Karine. If he blows that, he''s all alone. But the truth is, you don''t know your own strength till you need it.

Objev podobné jako The Glorious Heresies - Lisa McInerney

A guide to the world of the Shadowhunters from the international bestselling series The Mortal Instruments and The Infernal Devices.The essential guide for all young shadowhunters. Since the thirteenth century, the Shadowhunters’ Codex has been the one and only manual for Shadowhunters looking to brush up on their demon languages, learn proper stele use and discover just what exactly a pyxis is. This is Clary’s copy, and as an artist herself, she’s sketched pictures of her friends and family throughout the book, and scrawled helpful advice in the margins. Of course, she couldn’t exactly stop Jace or Simon from adding their thoughts either. Read all the sensational books in The Shadowhunter Chronicles: The Mortal Instruments, The Infernal Devices, Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy, The Bane Chronicles and The Shadowhunter’s Codex.

Objev podobné jako The Shadowhunter's Codex - Joshua Lewis, Cassandra Clare

The instant New York Times bestseller. A heartbreaking and high-stakes story of queer love and survival set against the backdrop of a climate change apocalypse, this book is Station Eleven and The Last of Us meets All That’s Left in the World.The world is about to end. Again.It’s been a year since a devastating storm ripped Liz’s world apart. Haunted by the memories of those she couldn’t save, Liz holes up in the only place she felt safe before her world fell away: the bookstore where she used to work. Now she spends her days trading books for supplies and collecting stories from the remaining survivors who pass by.Until she learns that another earth-shattering storm is coming . . . and everything changes.Enter Maeve, a spiky out-of-towner who breaks into the bookstore looking for shelter one night. When Maeve’s secrets and Liz’s inner demons come back to haunt them both, they find themselves fighting for their lives and asking themselves one big question.As the end of the world approaches, is there time for one final love story?‘A thoroughly original, intimate and sometimes harrowing meditation on survival, forgiveness and learning how to love again at the almost end of the world’ Nicola Yoon, New York Times bestselling author of Everything, Everything and The Sun is Also a Star‘Hopeful, thrilling, and twisty, The Last Bookstore on Earth is the snarky sapphic dystopian of our dreams’ Jennifer Dugan, author of Some Girls Do‘Hauntingly beautiful’ Jarrod Shusterman, New York Times bestselling author of Dry''I was hooked from the first page'' Jenny Ireland, award-winning author of The First Move and The Boy Next Door''A slow-burn sapphic romance plays out against the challenges of apocalyptic life in a reflective, poignant take on climate dystopia'' Observer''Vivid'' Publishers Weekly''Stellar'' Kirkus

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AN IRISH TIMES BEST IRISH BOOK OF THE 21ST CENTURY SHORTLISTED FOR THE ORWELL PRIZESHORTLISTED FOR THE KERRY GROUP IRISH NOVEL OF THE YEAR AWARDLONGLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE 2022‘Vivid and memorable.’ SARAH MOSS''Luminous.'' Observer''I utterly ADORED it.'' MARIAN KEYESHe handed the easel to the boatman, reaching down the pier wall towards the sea.Mr Lloyd has decided to travel to the island by boat without engine – the authentic experience.Unbeknownst to him, Mr Masson will also soon be arriving for the summer. Both will strive to encapsulate the truth of this place - one in his paintings, the other by capturing its speech, the language he hopes to preserve.But the people who live on this rock – three miles long and half-a-mile wide – have their own views on what is being recorded, what is being taken and what is given in return. Soft summer days pass, and the islanders are forced to question what they value and what they desire. As the autumn beckons, and the visitors head home, there will be a reckoning.''‘Beautifully written.’ STELLA, The Telegraph''The Colony contains multitudes. . . with much of it just visible on the surface, like the flicker of a smile or a shark in the water.'' The Times‘The Colony is a novel about big, important things.’ Financial Times''Beautiful, haunting and incredibly powerful book.'' FÍONA SCARLETT

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WITH A NEW FOREWORD BY KEVIN BARRYWINNER OF THE BAILEYS'' WOMEN''S PRIZE FOR FICTION 2016WINNER OF THE DESMOND ELLIOT PRIZE 2016We all do stupid things when we''re kids.Ryan Cusack''s grown up faster than most - being the oldest of six with a dead mum and an alcoholic dad will do that for you.And nobody says Ryan''s stupid. Not even behind his back.It''s the people around him who are the problem. The gangland boss using his dad as a ''cleaner''. The neighbour who says she''s trying to help but maybe wants something more than that. The prostitute searching for the man she never knew she''d miss until he disappeared without trace one night . . .The only one on Ryan''s side is his girlfriend Karine. If he blows that, he''s all alone.But the truth is, you don''t know your own strength till you need it.

Objev podobné jako The Glorious Heresies - Lisa McInerney

“One of the most exciting and original books about Shakespeare that I’ve read in years.”—James ShapiroThe remarkable untold story of Shakespeare’s first theatre – the playhouse before the Globe In 1576, in a muddy field in Shoreditch, James Burbage erected London’s first purpose-built commercial playhouse. A place of high culture and quick profit, run by cunning dreamers, the Theatre for the first time offered London’s players the chance to control what they staged. At a time when playgoing was held to be close to a sin, this entertainment factory was a flashpoint for controversy – but would also become Shakespeare’s first theatre, where he learned to ply his trade before his company moved to the Globe.  Through the life of this little-known playhouse, Daniel Swift tells the story of how Shakespeare became Shakespeare, and the Elizabethan stage began to flourish. Introducing us to the businessmen who dreamed up the Theatre, the carpenters who built it, the preachers who hated it, and the actors who performed upon its small stage, The Dream Factory recreates the world that produced Romeo and Juliet and A Midsummer Night’s Dream – and the audiences who first saw them. Â

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In the thrilling conclusion to the Egyptian-inspired Scorched Throne duology, a fugitive queen may be the key to restoring her lost kingdom of Jasad, but it could cost her everything and everyone she loves. Held deep in a mountain refuge, Sylvia has been captured by the Urabi, who believe she can return their homeland to its former power. But after years of denying her legacy and a forbidden alliance with Jasad''s greatest enemy, Sylvia must win the group''s trust while struggling to keep control of both her magic and her mind. In the rival kingdom, Arin is caught between his father''s desire to put down the brewing rebellion and the sacred edicts he''s sworn to uphold. Arin must find Sylvia before his father''s army, but his search will call into question the very core of Arin''s beliefs about his family and the destruction of Jasad. War is inevitable and Sylvia cannot abandon her people again. The Urabi plan to raise the Jasadi fortress, and it will either kill Sylvia or destroy the humanity she''s fought so hard to protect. For the first time in her life Sylvia doesn''t just want to survive. She wants to win.The fugitive queen is ready to come home.

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Dave Anderson is back in the crosshairs. Dave Anderson is a man marked for death. Two years after escaping the chaos that nearly destroyed him, Anderson hides in the Southwest, haunted by PTSD and survivor’s guilt. His fingerprints—once a weapon against him—have been burned off, but he knows it’s only a matter of time before the government forces that tried to bury his secret come for him. And they won’t stop until he’s dead. But that isn’t the only target on Anderson’s back. Pietro Bufonte, Detroit’s most dangerous mob boss, is relentless in his hunt for revenge after Anderson killed his son. When a brutal Mexican cartel attack forces Anderson out of hiding, he finds himself back in the crosshairs—mob, cartel, and government all closing in. As Sheriff John Osterman battles ruthless killers and tries to save Anderson’s soul, Anderson faces a brutal choice: embrace the fight and go down swinging, or find redemption in a world where the past never dies. Waiting for the Kick is a high-octane sequel that will keep readers on edge, blending explosive action with a gripping quest for survival and redemption. _______________________Praise for James Tarr Conspiracy Thrillers? ? ? ? ? Action packed and fast paced that keeps the reader engaged. ? ? ? ? ? Tarr’s books are always a joy to read. ? ? ? ? ? The author keeps you enthralled in the action and has a way of bringing the small details into the story. ? ? ? ? ? Who knew fingerprints could be so dangerous?? ? ? ? ? More please!? ? ? ? ? Before you start the books make a large bowl of popcorn and a pot of coffee because they are hard to put down.

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A heartwarming story about the power of thinking differently from the creators of award-winning bestsellerThe Littlest Yak. Nora is not like the other beavers. She thinks new thoughts. She asks lots of questions. She invents inventions and gives things a try. She’s different and – as her grandad tells her – that’s okay! So, when the rain pours and the river rises at the beaver lodge, it’s Nora’s know-how that could save the day – if only she could get all the other beavers to believe her! This dramatic and satisfying story has all the warmth and heart that we have come to expect from this author and illustrator duo as Nora comes to see that her thinkings are different … but good! Also by Lu Fraser and Kate Hindley:The Littlest Yak (WINNER of Oscar’s Book Prize 2021; WINNER Book of the Year and Best Picture Book at the Sainsbury’s Children’s Book Awards 2021)The Littlest Yak: The New Arrival The Littlest Yak: Home Is Where The Herd Is

Objev podobné jako The Busiest Beaver - Lu Fraser

A heartwarming story about the power of thinking differently from the creators of award-winning bestseller The Littlest Yak. Nora is not like the other beavers. She thinks new thoughts. She asks lots of questions. She invents inventions and gives things a try. She’s different and – as her grandad tells her – that’s okay! So, when the rain pours and the river rises at the beaver lodge, it’s Nora’s know-how that could save the day – if only she could get all the other beavers to believe her! This dramatic and satisfying story has all the warmth and heart that we have come to expect from this author and illustrator duo as Nora comes to see that her thinkings are different … but good! Also by Lu Fraser and Kate Hindley:The Littlest Yak (WINNER of Oscar’s Book Prize 2021; WINNER Book of the Year and Best Picture Book at the Sainsbury’s Children’s Book Awards 2021)The Littlest Yak: The New ArrivalThe Littlest Yak: Home Is Where The Herd Is

Objev podobné jako The Busiest Beaver - Lu Fraser

Finalist for the Gotham Book Prize, the Los Angeles Times Art Seidenbaum Award, and the Ernest J. Gaines Award for Literary Excellence * Longlisted for the Story Prize Named a BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR by NPR, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Chicago Review of Books, LitHub, and Electric Lit “A standout achievement…American speech is an underused commodity in contemporary fiction and it’s a joy to find such a vital example of it here.” —The Wall Street Journal From a superb new literary talent, a rich, lyrical collection of stories about a tight-knit cast of characters grappling with their own personal challenges while the forces of gentrification threaten to upend life as they know it.At Banneker Terrace, everybody knows everybody, or at least knows of them. Longtime tenants’ lives are entangled together in the ups and downs of the day-to-day, for better or for worse. The neighbors in the unit next door are friends or family, childhood rivals or enterprising business partners. In other words, Harlem is home. But the rent is due, and the clock of gentrification—never far from anyone’s mind—is ticking louder now than ever. In eight interconnected stories, Sidik Fofana conjures a residential community under pressure. There is Swan, in apartment 6B, whose excitement about his friend’s release from prison jeopardizes the life he’s been trying to lead. Mimi, in apartment 14D, hustles to raise the child she had with Swan, waitressing at Roscoe’s and doing hair on the side. And Quanneisha B. Miles, in apartment 21J, is a former gymnast with a good education who wishes she could leave Banneker for good, but can’t seem to escape the building’s gravitational pull. We root for the tight-knit cast of characters as they weave in and out of one another’s narratives, working to escape their pasts and blaze new paths forward for themselves and the people they love. All the while we brace, as they do, for the challenges of a rapidly shifting future. Stories from the Tenants Downstairs brilliantly captures the joy and pain of the human experience in this “singular accomplishment from a writer to watch” (Library Journal, starred review).

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PLACING THAT KEY IN THE LOCK WAS THE LAST ORDINARY MOMENT OF HER LIFE.''Magnificent'' Russell T Davies''An unpredictable twist'' Erin Kelly''Exceptional'' Suzy Aspley''Unlike any other thriller you''ve read'' Michelle McDonaghIona Griffri returns home one evening to find her family murdered and her father, Eurov, missing. Her family home is entirely submerged in water, and a strange, unnamed girl lies dead in her bed.As the police declare her father the main suspect, Iona is forced to confront how much she really knew about the man who raised her. Could he have been capable of such a crime? And who is the mysterious girl left behind?With the help of the morgue attendant looking after her family''s bodies, Iona goes on a journey to uncover the truth behind those final weeks of her family''s life. Hidden in the fragments of her father''s final manuscript, recovered from the flood, an unimaginable secret slowly rises to the surface. A terrible sin finally revealed...A haunting, boundary-pushing thriller told through the lens of a lyrical family drama, from a captivating literary talent. The House of Water will rush over you like a torrent from the opening page to the very last.

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To the Women is a celebration of the beauty, strength and joy of being a woman. A love letter to our deep capacity to love, rage, fear and rebuild, Donna Ashworth reminds us that we are stronger when we come together and unstoppable when we accept ourselves. With poems such as 'Be That Woman', 'Take Up Space', 'When One Woman Screams', 'There Will Be Days' and 'To the Woman Who Thinks She Isn't Good Enough', Donna helps us find comfort, inspiration and courage in the many roles we play in life as daughters, guides, mothers and friends.Originally self-published in 2020 with 48 poems, this beautiful gift hardback edition has been fully revised and updated complete with over 70 new poems. Full of wisdom and comfort every woman needs to hear, Donna helps us see that we're never walking alone.

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A magical tale of finding your voice and becoming yourself.Stanley loves his octopus toy, and dreams of the magical way its skin changes colour; how it hides itself when something scary comes along. In fact, sometimes Stanley wants to be like his octopus and disappear.But Stanley learns how to share his feelings in more than words, and to face difficulties through the power of self-expression and creativity.A lyrical and emotional story about overcoming bullies and being proud to be seen by the creators of The Boy Who Dreamed Dragons.

Objev podobné jako The Boy and the Octopus - Caryl Lewis

Take flight with a truly inspirational tale of courage and self-belief, inspired by the incredible life of Sophie Blanchard, the world’s first female hot-air balloonistScaredy-Cat Sophie is afraid of everything! So when a balloonist comes to the town fair, Sophie is left behind while everyone else goes to watch him fly in his marvellous balloon. She''s far too frightened of the crowds, the commotion and even riding in a horse-drawn carriage.But Sophie longs to watch the hot-air balloon sail across the blue sky. If she could just be brave enough to face her fears, who knows where her journey might take her …A touching tale for young readers of learning to overcome anxiety and follow your dreams.

Objev podobné jako Sophie Takes to the Sky - Katherine Woodfine

"Megan Giddings''s prose is brimming with wonder. The Women Could Fly is a candid appraisal of grief, inheritance, and the merits of unruliness." - Raven LeilaniReminiscent of the works of Margaret Atwood, Deborah Harkness, and Octavia E. Butler, The Women Could Fly is a feminist speculative novel that speaks to our times. A piercing dystopian tale about the unbreakable bond between a young woman and her absent mother, set in a world in which magic is real and single women are closely monitored in case they are shown to be witches . . .Josephine Thomas has heard every conceivable theory about her mother’s disappearance. That she was kidnapped. Murdered. That she took on a new identity to start a new family. That she was a witch. This is the most worrying charge, because in a world where witches are real, peculiar behaviour raises suspicions and a woman – especially a Black woman – can find herself on trial for witchcraft.But fourteen years have passed since her mother’s disappearance, and now Jo is finally ready to let go of the past. Yet her future is in doubt. The State mandates that all women marry by the age of thirty – or enrol in a registry that allows them to be monitored, effectively forfeiting their autonomy. At twenty-eight, Jo is ambivalent about marriage. With her ability to control her life on the line, she feels as if she has never understood her mother more. When she’s offered the opportunity to honour one last request from her mother’s will, Jo leaves her regular life to feel connected to her one last time.In this powerful and timely novel, Megan Giddings explores the limits women face – and the powers they have to transgress and transcend them.''It can be tempting to read The Women Could Fly, which comes in the shadow of the recent Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, and call the book timely. But the relationship at the heart of this novel — between Jo and her mercurial mother — is much closer to timeless.'' - The New York Times

Objev podobné jako The Women Could Fly - Megan Giddings

Kniha - autor Shelley Parker-Chan, 400 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná She Who Became the Sun reimagines the rise to power of the Ming Dynasty's founding emperor. In a famine-stricken village on a dusty plain, a seer shows two children their fates. For a family's eighth-born son, there's greatness. For the second daughter, nothing. In 1345, China lies restless under harsh Mongol rule. And when a bandit raid wipes out their home, the two children must somehow survive. Zhu Chongba despairs and gives in. But the girl resolves to overcome her destiny. So she takes her dead brother's identity and begins her journey. Can Zhu escape what's written in the stars, as rebellion sweeps the land? Or can she claim her brother's greatness - and rise as high as she can dream?

Objev podobné jako She Who Became the Sun (1529043409)

Charlie had an ordinary name and lived on an ordinary ranch. But Charlie was no ordinary horse. Charlie knew he could fly. But no one believed him. The naysayers said, "Ordinary horses do ordinary work. They drag wagons, pull plows, and haul hay. Horses can''t fly. So don''t even try." So begins the story of Charlie, an ambitious, determined and speedy horse who, with the help of some friends, proves once and for all that horses can fly. After years of toiling away as a work horse, Charlie, finally recognized for his incredible speed, ends up as a prize racehorse of Leland Stanford, the founder of Stanford University. Stanford has commissioned a photographer named Eadweard Muybridge to take high-speed photos of Charlie as he runs. During the trials, Muybridge snaps a photo of Charlie with all four hooves off the ground, thus proving all the naysayers wrong -- Charlie can fly! Conveyed through Charlie''s story is an important message of resilience and self-confidence, telling young readers, "Believe in yourself, give it a try! How else will you prove that you can fly?"

Objev podobné jako The Horse Who Wanted to Fly - Pamela Kleibrink Thompson

Reminiscent of the works of Margaret Atwood, Deborah Harkness, and Octavia E. Butler, The Women Could Fly is a queer feminist speculative novel that speaks to our times – a piercing dystopian tale, set in a world in which magic is real and single women are closely monitored in case they are shown to be witches . . .Josephine Thomas has heard every conceivable theory about her mother''s disappearance. That she was kidnapped. Murdered. That she took on a new identity to start a new family. That she was a witch. This is the most worrying charge because in a world where witches are real, peculiar behaviour raises suspicions and a woman - especially a Black woman - can find herself on trial for witchcraft.Finally ready to let go of the past, Jo’s future is in doubt. The State mandates that all women marry by the age of 30 - or forfeit their autonomy by registering to be monitored. At 28, Jo is ambivalent about marriage, feeling she has never understood her mother more. When offered the opportunity to honour one last request from her mother''s will, Jo leaves her regular life to feel connected to her one last time.''For fans of Margaret Atwood'' - Elle''Thoughtful...wry, magical'' - Guardian''Brimming with wonder'' - Raven Leilani, author of Luster

Objev podobné jako The Women Could Fly - Megan Giddings

Have you ever asked yourself, Who raises the sun? Explore an assortment of deities from around the world given the important job of lighting our world every day in this exciting and intricately illustrated picture book from author T. P. Theyson. As readers are introduced to the different gods and goddesses who lift the sun into the sky each day and consider the divine debate over such an important job, they’ll be left with the sense that cooperation, teamwork, and acceptance all go into making our world a brighter place to live. Featuring stunningly detailed illustrations showing each deity moving the sun farther and farther into the sky, Who Raises the Sun? acquaints children ages three to eight years old with a unique and lesser-explored subject in world mythology. Deities included in the main text include: So’l, Unetlanvhi, Apollo, Surya, Wurpuranili, and Aurora, with more gods and goddesses included in an appendix following the story. To ensure authenticity and respect to the ancient myths and folklore on which this story is based, members of represented communities were consulted.

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''LIKE ALIAS MEETS X-MEN . . . I LOVED IT!'' Maria Lewis''A MODERN ACTION MOVE THAT JUST HAPPENS TO BE IN BOOK FORM'' The Fantasy InnFull of imagination, wit and random sh*t flying through the air, this insane adventure from an irreverent new voice will blow your tiny mind.FOR TEAGAN FROST, SH*T JUST GOT REAL.Teagan Frost is having a hard time keeping it together. Sure, she''s got telekinetic powers - a skill that the government is all too happy to make use of, sending her on secret break-in missions that no ordinary human could carry out. But all she really wants to do is kick back, have a beer, and pretend she''s normal for once.But then a body turns up at the site of her last job - murdered in a way that only someone like Teagan could have pulled off. She''s got 24 hours to clear her name - and it''s not just her life at stake. If she can''t unravel the conspiracy in time, her hometown of Los Angeles will be in the crosshairs of an underground battle that''s on the brink of exploding . . .''Ford''s debut holds nothing back, delivering a sense of absurd fun and high-speed thrills that more than lives up to that amazing title'' B&N Sci-Fi and Fantasy Blog''Proceeds at breakneck speed through almost 500 pages of madcap adventure, with some terrific jokes and plenty of tension'' Guardian''Teagan is a frank and funny narrator for this wild ride . . . A fast-paced, high-adrenaline tale'' Kirkus''Ford''s breakneck pace keeps the tension high, and the thrills coming the whole way through'' BookpageThe Frost Files novels:The Girl Who Could Move Sh*t With Her MindRandom Sh*t Flying Through the AirEye of the Sh*t Storm

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Follow Agnes the dog and Rosie the hen as they head down to the farm in this amusing picture book for children.This lighthearted story tells the tale of Agnes the Great Dane and Rosie the hen with an important underlying message. With Agnes'' help, Rosie discovers that staying true to herself might just be her greatest strength.Agnes and the Hen is an engaging tale for 3-5 year-olds, teaching an important message about how you can avoid following the crowd and embrace your true self. Children will have fun engaging in the bright and beautiful pages of this picture book and following story alongside vibrant illustrations of farm animals.Agnes and the Hen features:- 32 pages of adorable animal illustrations- Easy-to-follow text for little ones to engage with- An amusing storyline that teaches an important lessonThis heartwarming baby book makes the perfect bedtime story, as little ones follow Rosie the hen who likes to be different. Down on the farm the hens do everything together. They peck at their food in perfectly straight lines and sleep in a perfect row in their coop. All except one, that is: Rosie.Parents and children will enjoy following this fun story together, that teaches children to celebrate being different from everyone else. Agnes and the Hen is the perfect addition to an animal lover''s book collection!At DK, we believe in the power of discovery.So why stop there?If you like Agnes and the Hen, then why not try the other picture book in the series? Agnes and the Sheep is the first book in the collection teaching children an important lesson that the grass isn''t always greener on the other side.

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“Relatable characters, familiar scenarios, and gentle humor make this a remarkably satisfying read.” —Horn Book Magazine, Starred Review The second book in the acclaimed series is now in paperback! From the creators of the Schneider Award-winning books A Friend for Henry and Henry, Like Always, this delightful beginning chapter book about embracing new experiences stars a sweet and sensitive child on the autism spectrum. It’s Field Trip Day! Henry's class is excited to visit the museum, but Henry is not so sure. The museum means maybe seeing dinosaurs, Henry's favorite. But it also means a lot of things that are new: a noisy school bus ride, a building full of echoes and hallways, and plenty of chances to get lost! Will he find something that makes all of this new worth the trip? Come along with Henry in this funny, bighearted tale about trying new things, exploring new places, and finding the courage to make yourself heard.JUST RIGHT FOR BEGINNING READERS: With short chapters and simple text, this book is perfect for newly independent readers who are just moving on to longer books. FIRST FIELD TRIP: This story will encourage and reassure any child beginning school or preparing to embark on their first field trip as Henry navigates the excitement (and potential anxiety) that comes with doing new things for the first time. GREAT BACK-TO-SCHOOL READ: Perfect for any reader starting a new school year, the Henry series explores common school experiences in a gentle, funny, and encouraging way. DIVERSE STORIES: Centering neurodivergent kids is vital to expanding diverse representation across books for all ages. The Henry series provides a mirror and a window for kids on the autism spectrum and their friends to see themselves in the stories they read. AN AWARD-WINNING TEAM: Jenn Bailey and Mika Song received a Schneider Family Book Honor Award for their picture book A Friend for Henry. See how the story continues in this classic-feeling early reader series based on the same character!Perfect for: Newly independent readers Parents of kids on the spectrum Librarians, teachers, and booksellers looking for a children’s book that offers a window into the experience of autism Kids with varying levels of social anxiety Gift givers looking for a sweet and relatable book about trying new things Author: Kansas City, Missouri Illustrator: New York City, NY

Objev podobné jako Henry and the Something New - Jenn Bailey

The ultimate book for fly fishing enthusiasts, featuring stunning photography of flies and the fishermen who use them.Features a foreword by President Jimmy Carter! For the millions of fly fishers who are passionate about their sport, this gorgeous book is both a visual feast and the perfect reference. The Art of the Fishing Fly includes a history of fly fishing focusing on the evolution of fishing flies; a guide to essential equipment; a how-to section on tying three key flies by three top fly tyers; and essays by noted experts. The book’s core includes 75 profiles of flies—the soul of the sport—with absolutely stunning color photographs of each fly and fascinating stories behind the flies, inspirational photographs of fly fishers in action, and profiles of the top 19 fly fishing locations around the world.

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Four men were due to fly to Dublin. When disaster struck and the plane went down over the Irish sea, only three of them were on board. With the identities of the flyers scattered to the winds, the police turn to the patchy account of the Wade family, whose memory of their past few days must hold the key to this elusive and tense mystery.

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With detailed how-tos, evocative stories, and expert advice, this curated collection of 30 beautiful, easily reproducible designs by henna expert Azra Khamissa captures the past, present, and future of henna. Applied intricately to hands before celebrations, spread thickly on the soles of feet to protect the skin, or drawn in loose lines and shapes as a form of creative expression: Henna is all these things and more. Using her deep love for henna and tapping into her years of hosting henna workshops, designer and chiropractor Azra Khamissa fuses her own unique designs with historical and traditional inspiration to create The Henna Archive, a guide with 30 approachable designs that you can create at home. Inside you’ll find historical designs from Libya, Algeria, the United Arab Emirates, Morocco, and more, as well as designs of Khamissa’s own creation: leopard prints, crescent moons, Japanese knots, and flowers. Touching stories from people around the world sharing their personal connections to henna pair with the designs and illuminate the intimate nature of this ancient body art. Included are detailed how-tos to take your henna practice to the next level and tips, like how to get the perfect stain, what to look for when shopping for the best quality henna products, and how to host your own henna party.

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From the award-winning, bestselling author of Cod--the irresistible story of the science, history, art, and culture of the least efficient way to catch a fish. Fly fishing, historian Mark Kurlansky has found, is a battle of wits, fly fisher vs. fish--and the fly fisher does not always (or often) win. The targets--salmon, trout, and char--are highly intelligent, wily, strong, and athletic animals. The allure, Kurlansky finds, is that fly fishing makes catching a fish as difficult as possible. There is an art, too, in the crafting of flies. Beautiful and intricate, some are made with more than two dozen pieces of feather and fur from exotic animals. The cast as well is a matter of grace and rhythm, with different casts and rods yielding varying results. Kurlansky is known for his deep dives into the history of specific subjects, from cod to oysters to milk. But he spent his boyhood days on the shore of a shallow pond. Here, where tiny fish weaved under a rocky waterfall, he first tied string to a branch, dangled a worm into the water, and unleashed his passion for fishing. Since then, a lifelong love of the sport has led him around the world to many countries, coasts, and rivers--from the wilds of Alaska to Basque country, from the Catskills in New York to Oregon''s Columbia River, from Ireland and Norway to Russia and Japan. And, in true Kurlansky fashion, he absorbed every fact, detail, and anecdote along the way. The Unreasonable Virtue of Fly Fishing marries Kurlansky''s signature wide-ranging reach with a subject that has captivated him for a lifetime--combining history, craft, and personal memoir to show readers, devotees of the sport or not, the necessity of experiencing nature’s balm first-hand.

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This true story of a woman whose brilliance and mechanical expertise helped Britain win World War II is sure to inspire STEM readers and fans of amazing women in history.Beatrice Shilling wasn’t quite like other children. She could make anything. She could fix anything. And when she took a thing apart, she put it back together better than before. When Beatrice left home to study engineering, she knew that as a girl she wouldn’t be quite like the other engineers – and she wasn’t. She was better. Still, it took hard work and perseverance to persuade the Royal Aircraft Establishment to give her a chance. But when World War II broke out and British fighter pilots took to the skies in a desperate struggle for survival against Hitler’s bombers, it was clearly time for new ideas. Could Beatrice solve an engine puzzle and help Britain win the war? American author Mara Rockliff and British illustrator Daniel Duncan team up for a fresh look at a turning point in modern history – and the role of a remarkable woman whose ingenuity, persistence, and way with a wrench (or spanner) made her quite unlike anyone else. An author’s note and a list of selective sources provide additional information for curious readers.

Objev podobné jako The Girl Who Could Fix Anything: Beatrice Shilling, World War II Engineer - Mara Rockliff

The Sunday Times top 10 bestseller''Alison Weir makes Henry VIII''s story feel like it has never been told before... This novel will open your eyes and, at times, break your heart. By the end of it, I felt like I had met Henry for the first time'' Tracy BormanSix wives. One King. You know their stories. Now it''s time to hear his.Prince Harry is born the second son, his brother destined to rule. But Arthur''s untimely death sees Harry crowned King Henry of England.As Henry''s power and influence extends, so commences a lifelong battle between head and heart, love and duty. The fate of the Tudor dynasty depends on an heir, but his prayers for a son go unanswered.And the crown weighs heavy on a king with all but his one true desire...HENRY VIII. HIS STORY.Alison Weir''s most ambitious Tudor novel yet reveals the captivating story of a man who was by turns brilliant, romantic, and ruthless: the king who changed England forever.---PRAISE FOR ALISON WEIR''S TUDOR FICTION''This is where the story of the Tudors begins and is historical fiction at its absolute best'' Tracy Borman''History has the best stories and they should all be told like this'' Conn Iggulden''A serious achievement'' The Times''Weir is excellent on the little details that bring a world to life'' Guardian

Objev podobné jako Henry VIII: The Heart and the Crown - Alison Weirová

If you were to name the person you loved the most, who would you choose?Noor’s cousin is getting married tomorrow, and tonight, her family is throwing her a henna party. They will sing traditional songs, eat delicious treats, and have their hands painted in swirling designs using a dye called henna.Noor is especially excited to play the henna name game. The henna artist will hide the name of the person Noor loves the most in the pattern she paints on Noor’s hands. But whose name will Noor choose?As Noor encounters each member of her family, she finds it harder and harder to make her choice. What should she do if she loves them all? A heart-warming story that traces the patterns of family love through the age-old South Asian tradition of painting with henna.

Objev podobné jako The Great Henna Party - Humera Malik

'I must start a bookshop.' Yeongju did everything she was supposed to, go to university, marry a decent man, get a respectable job. Then it all fell apart.Burned out, Yeongju abandons her old life, quits her high-flying career, and follows her dream. She opens a bookshop. In a quaint neighbourhood in Seoul, surrounded by books, Yeongju and her customers take refuge.From the lonely barista to the unhappily married coffee roaster, and the writer who sees something special in Yeongju - they all have disappointments in their past. The Hyunam-dong Bookshop becomes the place where they all learn how to truly live. A heart-warming story about finding comfort and acceptance in your life – and the healing power of books.

Objev podobné jako Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop - Hwang Bo-reum

**AN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER**WATERSTONES BEST FICTION BOOKS OF 2023 PICK WOMAN & HOME NOVEMBER BOOK OF THE MONTH iPaper TOP FICTION PICK''An absolutely charming novel that all bookworms will adore'' Red''A balm for the soul and a glorious love letter to books and reading'' iPaperThere was only one thing on her mind.''I must start a bookshop.''Yeongju did everything she was supposed to, go to university, marry a decent man, get a respectable job. Then it all fell apart. Burned out, Yeongju abandons her old life, quits her high-flying career, and follows her dream. She opens a bookshop.In a quaint neighbourhood in Seoul, surrounded by books, Yeongju and her customers take refuge. From the lonely barista to the unhappily married coffee roaster, and the writer who sees something special in Yeongju - they all have disappointments in their past. The Hyunam-dong Bookshop becomes the place where they all learn how to truly live.A heart-warming story about finding comfort and acceptance in your life – and the healing power of books.''Delightful, reflective and heart-warming'' Woman''s Weekly‘Profound and healing … a beautiful story at its heart’ Woman & Home ''An incredibly exciting debut novel. At once gentle and invigorating. I devoured it'' Sarah Crossan, author of Here is the Beehive Reader Reviews:''Love love love this book! Cosy, heart warming, wholesome...Will be recommending this to everyone. It makes me smile when I think about it!'' ''Such a beautiful book, I adored the story and characters, The writing style was gorgeous. 100% recommend.''''A love letter to books, bookshops and all who love them''''Such a warm and cosy read! Was completely here for it...and the appreciation for books was magical''''A heart-warming cosy read that makes you think about how important it is to be happy, and that we can all find a place to call ‘home’.''

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A NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLERA REESE WITHERSPOON x HELLO SUNSHINE BOOK CLUB PICK"Captivated me from the first chapter to the final page."—Reese WitherspoonVivid and compelling in its portrait of one woman’s struggle for fulfillment in a society pivoting between the traditional and the modern, The Henna Artist opens a door into a world that is at once lush and fascinating, stark and cruel.Escaping from an abusive marriage, seventeen-year-old Lakshmi makes her way alone to the vibrant 1950s pink city of Jaipur. There she becomes the most highly requested henna artist—and confidante—to the wealthy women of the upper class. But trusted with the secrets of the wealthy, she can never reveal her own…Known for her original designs and sage advice, Lakshmi must tread carefully to avoid the jealous gossips who could ruin her reputation and her livelihood. As she pursues her dream of an independent life, she is startled one day when she is confronted by her husband, who has tracked her down these many years later with a high-spirited young girl in tow—a sister Lakshmi never knew she had. Suddenly the caution that she has carefully cultivated as protection is threatened. Still she perseveres, applying her talents and lifting up those that surround her as she does.“Eloquent and moving…Joshi masterfully balances a yearning for self-discovery with the need for familial love.”—Publishers Weekly Look for The Secret Keeper of Jaipur and The Perfumist of Paris from New York Times bestselling author Alka Joshi!

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Instant New York Times and USA Today nonfiction bestseller!A New York Times Nonfiction Book to Read this FallA People Magazine Best Book of SeptemberThe Week Five Riveting Books to Take You Through SeptemberMary Trump grew up in a family divided by its patriarch’s relentless drive for money and power. The daughter of Freddy Trump, the highly accomplished, dashing eldest son of wealthy real estate developer Fred Trump, and Linda Clapp, a flight attendant from a working-class family, Mary lived in the shadow of Freddy’s humiliation at the hands of his father.Fred Trump embodied the ethos of the zero-sum game and among his five children, there could only be one winner. That was supposed to be Freddy, his namesake, but Fred found him wanting—too sensitive, too kind, too interested in pursuits beyond the realm of the real estate empire he was meant to inherit. In Donald, Fred found a kindred spirit, a “killer,” who would stop at nothing to get his own way.Even after Freddy’s short-lived career as a professional pilot for TWA came to an end, he never stopped trying to gain his father’s approval. Finally, at the age of forty-two, he succumbed to Fred’s lethal contempt and died alone in an emergency room, with no family by his side.In WHO COULD EVER LOVE YOU, Mary Trump brings us inside the twisted family whose patriarch ignored, froze out, and eventually destroyed his own. Freddy Trump’s decline into alcoholism and illness, along with Linda’s suffering after their divorce, left Mary dangerously vulnerable as a very young girl. Inadequately and only conditionally loved, there were no adults in her life except for the father she loved, but lost before she could know him; and a mother abandoned by her ex-husband’s rich and powerful family who demanded her loyalty but left her with nothing. With searching insight, poignant detail, and unsparing prose, Mary Trump reveals the cold, selfish cruelty that has come to define the Trump family thanks in large part to her uncle, whose malignant ambition has riven our nation and threatens the world.

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Celebrated bestselling author Sun-mi Hwang is back with a heartwarming new novel about renewal and friendship. This is the story of a man named Kang Dae-su. His whole life is a miracle, rising from poverty to running a successful construction company. In his twilight years, Kang is diagnosed with a brain tumour. He returns to his childhood home of Cherry Hill. He acquires a crumbling old house in which to retreat from the world, yet the residents of the town have other plans. They seem hell-bent on intruding on Kang's private property. But who does the house, and Cherry Hill, really belong to? Is it owned by the construction company who is trying to rejuvenate the neighbourhood? Or does it belong to the residents who have used the land to play, think, walk, love and explore for generations? And how is the bitter and despondent Kang's childhood tied to this magical place? Miracle on Cherry Hill is a redemptive story of a damaged man regaining his trust in humanity. It explores the fragility of nature and human lives and is much-loved classic in South Korea. Includes beautiful illustrations inside.

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Big Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.Nicholas is a knight who likes to knit. What will he do when a gnawing dragon comes to the palace?Pages 22 and 23 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.

Objev podobné jako The Knight Who Could Knit - Teresa Heapy

The New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestseller: An intimate, heartbreaking memoir of a father, a mother, and a family’s exile from the Trump dynastyMary Trump grew up in a family divided by its patriarch’s relentless drive for money and power. The daughter of Freddy Trump, the highly accomplished, dashing eldest son of wealthy real estate developer Fred Trump, and Linda Clapp, a flight attendant from a working-class family, Mary lived in the shadow of Freddy’s humiliation at the hands of his father.Fred Trump embodied the ethos of the zero-sum game and among his five children, there could only be one winner. That was supposed to be Freddy, his namesake, but Fred found him wanting—too sensitive, too kind, too interested in pursuits beyond the realm of the real estate empire he was meant to inherit. In Donald, Fred found a kindred spirit, a “killer,” who would stop at nothing to get his own way.In WHO COULD EVER LOVE YOU, Mary Trump brings us inside the twisted family whose patriarch ignored, froze out, and eventually destroyed his own. Freddy Trump’s decline into alcoholism and illness, along with Linda’s suffering after their divorce, left Mary dangerously vulnerable as a very young girl. Inadequately and only conditionally loved, there were no adults in her life except for the father she loved, but lost before she could know him; and a mother abandoned by her ex-husband’s rich and powerful family who demanded her loyalty but left her with nothing.With searching insight, poignant detail, and unsparing prose, Mary Trump reveals the cold, selfish cruelty that has come to define the Trump family thanks in large part to her uncle, whose malignant ambition has riven our nation and threatens the world.

Objev podobné jako Who Could Ever Love You - Mary L. Trumpová

Perfect for fans of Ivy & Bean and Dory Fantasmagory, Marya Khan and the Incredible Henna Party is the start of a charming chapter book series from acclaimed author Saadia Faruqi about a Pakistani American third-grader whose plans may backfire but whose persistence and heart are inspiring. Marya’s eighth birthday is coming up in a week, and all she wants is an over-the-top birthday party just like the ones Alexa, her rich neighbor, always throws. When Alexa parades into school with fancy invitations, Marya can’t help herself—she claims that she’s having the most epic henna party ever. Now she has to convince her family to make it happen. Enter Operation Help the Khans! Marya’s siblings clearly need help with their projects. Maybe she could cook dinner for her parents, or clean her grandmother’s room? Except everything Marya does seems to end in disaster. Will Marya and her family be able pull it together and throw the best party ever?!Featuring black-and-white illustrations by Ani Bushry and a selection of henna designs to trace and color.

Objev podobné jako Marya Khan and the Incredible Henna Party (Marya Khan #1) - Saadia Faruqi

An adorable board book edition of this funny rhyming story about dealing with change and overcoming worries. From the bestselling creators of The Lion Inside.Meet Kevin. A koala who likes to keep things the same. Exactly the same. But sometimes change comes along whether we like it or not... And, as Kevin discovers, if you step outside your comfort zone and try new things, you might just surprise yourself!WINNER of the Sainsbury''s Book Award and the Evening Standard Oscar''s Book Prize!''Fabulous rhymes, I''m in love with Kevin and would like to buy this for all my friends'' children.'' Claudia Winkleman''A feel-good rhyming tale . . . Field''s Australian animals are a treat'' - Bookseller

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Discover the second book in a thrilling new fantasy series for readers aged 9+ - perfect for fans of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, Dragon Mountain and Mia and the Lightcasters!Momo Arashima just wants an ordinary life. But she's about to become legendary . . . After vanquishing a demon king, saving her mum, and reconnecting with her friend Danny, Momo ought to be living the life she's always wanted. But lately Danny has been ditching her to hang out with mean-girl Ryleigh - and groups of children have begun vanishing without a trace. So when a whole group from Ryleigh's exclusive birthday party becomes the latest to disappear, Momo and her friends (including Niko the fox) are left to fight a dangerous new enemy from Shinto legend. This time they are up against Tamamo-no-mae - beautiful, bloodthirsty and manipulative, she's the ultimate mean girl of the Kami-verse. To defeat her, Momo must travel to the Sky Kingdom and steal the legendary Mirror of the Sun. But if she's going to survive monster ambushes, escape giant snakes, and pull off the heist of the millennium, Momo will have to find a way to work with her team (even Ryleigh), and grapple with the growing power that connects her with her storm god grandfather and her greatest foe - Izanami the Destroyer . . .

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The mysterious stranger seems perfect. But nobody knows who she is and what she has been compelled to do to survive. The gripping new bestseller from Tony Parsons.'Vividly drawn and utterly engrossing' Tom Hindle'Gripping and beautifully written, with atmosphere you could cut with a knife' Alex Michaelides'A cracking story ... keeps you hooked to the last page.' Heidi Perks'...an intriguing Du Maurier-ish Cornwall mystery... a story of twists and turns' Peterborough Telegraph'Quite possibly his most assured outing yet.' Barry Forshaw, Crime Time'It's a brilliant book' Piers Morgan___________A bonfire burns on a Cornish beach in the middle of the night.Nearby, a young woman waits for morning, and for the estate agent to arrive with the keys to her new life in the peaceful fishing village.She carries with her no trace of the past she has left behind.Quickly she becomes an object of fascination among the locals; one in particular finds that he just can't stay away.But can anyone really have start afresh?What happened to this woman's old life?And what price did she pay to escape it?___________Readers can't get enough of Who She Was . . .***** 'I read this book within 24 hrs of receiving. That's how good it is.'***** 'What a perfect book to discuss at a book club.'***** 'This is an absolutely beautiful book. Atmospheric doesn't even begin to describe the writing.'***** 'Wonderful characterization and a captivating novel.'***** 'Wow, what a great book! I loved everything about it. I haven't read Tony Parson's books for a while, and I now feel like I've missed out on some great reads.'

Objev podobné jako Who She Was - Tony Parsons