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Fran and Ken Stein mystery volume 2
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Nineteen-year-old trans woman Eliza is missing . . . and her worried father sets private investigators Fran and Ken Stein on her trail in this second instalment of the light-hearted and fun cozy mystery series with a paranormal twist.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo's journey from a childhood in Greece with his Nigerian parents to NBA superstardom in the United States makes for an inspiring story, which readers discover in this unique biography of one of the best basketball players in the world. Basic biographical facts and a comprehensive timeline are included, but the real focus of the accessible text is on the ways the "Greek Freak" helps others. Through quote boxes and achievable suggestions...
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Simone Biles is often considered the greatest gymnast of all time. Readers discover the tough times that gave this Olympic champion the drive to succeed and to help others-from growing up in foster care to withdrawing from some Olympic events to prioritize her mental health and safety. Her story is sure to leave readers feeling empowered, with quote boxes and full-color photographs adding to the inspirational tone. Readers are also encouraged to explore...
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From his days in One Direction to his solo career, Harry Styles has never left the spotlight. He's walked red carpets, won Grammy Awards, and even acted in big-budget movies. This has given him the ability to use his voice to help others. As readers learn basic biographical facts about him, they also get a closer look at how he's made a difference in the lives of many people and how they can follow his lead to make a difference in the world around...
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LeBron James has been the face of men's basketball since he first stepped onto the court. In addition to winning four NBA Championships, ten trips to the NBA finals, and two Olympic gold medals, he has become a superstar outside the stadium for speaking up for the Black community. For being an outspoken advocate for underprivileged children and against police brutality, James earned the NAACP President's Award, a prize given to players who demonstrate...
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Patrick Mahomes knows how to be a team player. He's led the Kansas City Chiefs to Super Bowl victories and has earned MVP honors in the process. However, he's not just valuable on the football field; he's also a valuable member of his community. Readers discover how this superstar quarterback gives back, and they also learn ways they can be more like him by helping others. Inspiring biographical information is paired with quote boxes that feature...
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Ms. Marvel uses her powers to help people. That's what the actress who plays her does too! Iman Vellani rose to fame playing the groundbreaking Marvel hero who also goes by the name Kamala Khan, and she's using her fame to highlight the importance of representation for women, Pakistanis, and Muslims in the media. Readers are sure to be inspired by her life story as they uncover biographical facts, as well as direct quotes from Vellani herself and...
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Zendaya is a movie and TV star, a savvy businesswoman, and a style icon. She's also an advocate for many important causes and a philanthropist who uses her time, money, and voice to help those in need. As readers explore the details of her inspiring story, which is presented with the help of quote boxes and full-color photographs, they learn that to be like Zendaya, they don't need fancy clothes, perfect makeup, or a major movie role. They just need...
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Racial tensions threaten to sink the US in this sequel to the Pulitzer Prize–winning Advise and Consent from the #1 New York Times–bestselling author.
From Allen Drury, the twentieth-century grand master of political fiction, comes a novel of the United Nations and the racial friction that could spark a worldwide powder keg.
International tensions rise as ambassadors and politicians scheme, using the independence of a small African...
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In 2022, Ketanji Brown Jackson was sworn in as an Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. This moment was historic because she became the first Black woman to serve on the highest court in the United States. This role allows Jackson to make a difference on a national level, but as readers discover her inspiring life story, they learn she was making a difference long before she joined the Supreme Court. Quotes from Jackson and full-color photographs...
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Kisane, a professional psychologist and Ralph, a senior construction manager met as children, married young, raised three daughters and like so many long-married couples are comfortable but bored. Kisane is being bullied at work and dreams of having her own practice. She offers private services to one of her schools and this leads her into the glamorous world of professional football when she gets involved with a top football manager and his family....
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The story commences on the same day as Looking To Move On concludes.
We follow newly-weds Sophie and Matt West together with Tilly, the daughter from his first marriage, as thry continue their life in Eastwood Minster. Two other stories are weaved in with that of the Wests.
The first is about Liz James (who conducted Matt and Sophie's wedding), as she encounters a range of situations in her work as a vicar. The story also recounts her...
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Easterseals makes a difference for people with disabilities and their families. Readers will explore the history and impact of this organization and how it has been changing lives across the country for over a hundred years. They will learn how staff and volunteers work together to uplift communities by promoting access and equality for all. Developed in parternship with Easterseals, part of the proceeds from this title go directly back to supporting...
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"Road trip!"Otto Digmore is a 26-year-old gay guy with dreams of being a successful actor, and he's finally getting some attention as a result of his supporting role on a struggling sitcom. But he's also a burn survivor with scars on half his face, and all indications are that he's just too different to ever find real Hollywood success.Now he's up for an amazing new role that could change everything. Problem is, he and his best friend Russel Middlebrook...
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This is a simple picture book that gives you the opportunity to compare two images to spot the difference. Spot the Difference with the unicorn images. Do you have an eagle eye? Look at the two photos and see if you can find one difference. My son and I enjoy simple games that can be challenging by adding the element of a brief time limit to add to the urgency. This simple spot the difference can be used to encourage your child to be more observant...
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You Make the Difference speaks directly to those of us who find ourselves preoccupied with the sheer effort of coping with life's many demands and who long for real answers, inner security, and self-fulfillment. Eric Butterworth's wise and inspiring book provides us with guidance for living life to the fullest and achieving that most elusive state: happiness. In this book, he reveals how we carry within ourselves the capacity to transform our lives,...
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Penned by the leading intellectual in the American Catholic hierarchy, this debut brings together some of the most influential writings on the Catholic vision-not just the Church itself but of the relation and unity of all people. Weaving together intellectual insight and personal wisdom, this investigation offers a luminous Catholic vision of communion, illustrating the Church's relation to numerous religions as well as the secular world. Drawing...
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