Author: Patricia Hegarty
Publisher: Tiger Tales
ISBN: 1680102109
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
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Chameleon is sneaky and likes to use his camouflage powers to play tricks on the other jungle animals. Chameleon is sneaky and likes to use his camouflage powers to play tricks on the other jungle animals. But when he meets someone who beats him at his own game, will Chameleon learn to change his ways?
Author: Trisha Sakhlecha
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
ISBN: 1509886354
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
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From Trisha Sakhlecha, Can You See Me Now? is a gripping psychological suspense thriller about a young Indian woman, now a government minister, whose past secrets are about to reverberate into the present and shatter her life. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and Erin Kelly. 'Deceptively clever' – Sunday Times 'Stunningly original . . . The ending will astound you'– Lesley Kara, author of The Rumour Fifteen years ago, three sixteen-year-old girls meet at Wescott, an exclusive private school in India. Two, Sabah and Noor, are the most popular girls in their year. One, Alia, is a new arrival from England, who feels her happiness depends on their acceptance. Before she knows it, Sabah and Noor’s intoxicating world of privilege and intimacy opens up to Alia and, for the first time, after years of neglect from her parents, she feels she is exactly where, and with whom, she belongs. But with intimacy comes jealousy, and with privilege, resentment, and Alia finds that it only takes one night for her bright new world to shatter around her. Now Alia, a cabinet minister in the Indian government, is about to find her secrets have no intention of staying buried . . .
Author: Libby Scott
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 1338608924
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 243
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A coming-of-age story about learning to celebrate yourself -- and teaching the world to recognize you, too -- perfect for fans of R. J. Palacio's Wonder! "This glimpse into the world of a young autistic girl is astonishingly insightful and honest. Tally's struggles to 'fit in' are heart-wrenching, and her victories are glorious." -- Ann M. Martin, Newbery Honor and New York Times bestselling author of Rain ReignThings Tally is dreading about sixth grade:-- Being in classes without her best friends-- New (scratchy) uniforms-- Hiding her autismTally isn't ashamed of being autistic -- even if it complicates life sometimes, it's part of who she is. But this is her first year at Kingswood Academy, and her best friend, Layla, is the only one who knows. And while a lot of other people are uncomfortable around Tally, Layla has never been one of them . . . until now.Something is different about sixth grade, and Tally now feels like she has to act "normal." But as Tally hides her true self, she starts to wonder what "normal" means after all and whether fitting in is really what matters most.Inspired by young coauthor Libby Scott's own experiences with autism, this is an honest and moving middle-school story of friends, family, and finding one's place.
Author: Ezekiel Murphy
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1666753467
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 253
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Raktaar controls a sludge harvested from the fear of living creatures. He is incredibly strong, invisible to human eyes, and does not die from age. He also has four legs, decaying flesh, and is desperate for power. For centuries, his brother Nehemiah attempts but fails to kill him and end his cruel conquest for control. He is a giant wooden man that can communicate with nature and transform into a small flower. Caught between them are brother and sister Boris and Tanya, who Raktaar nearly killed when they were younger. They want Raktaar dead, and Do You See Me Now? is the engaging and illustrative story of Raktaar’s hunger for supremacy fighting Boris, Tanya, and Nehemiah’s drive for peace.
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Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595322328
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 206
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Author: Catherine E. Jenks
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595342256
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 243
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Although this is a work of fiction which took place in the late 1940's, it could happen in any small town, at any time. A small town is turned upside down with fear...fear of a strangler who stalks the town at night, leaving his defenseless prey dead! The Marshall and his deputy son are caught in a situation they would have never dreamed would happen in their community. They were now in search of a killer...a serial killer who is seeking out only women to be his victims and leaving no clues. Women who had lived in Rivertown all of their lives, all friends and neighbors. Another lifelong friend, George Marsh, the only lawyer in town, is called on to defend the suspect. He has no choice but to defend the person. When the Marshall finally gets a break, is it enough to prove his suspect is guilty? The decision would be left entirely in the hands of the jury.
Author: Diana Swanson
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1514412950
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 318
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Recently widowed Toni MacArthur heads to a small Minnesota town to start a new life. She begins by accepting a position as the junior high principal. Life in this small town becomes complicated as she deals with the superintendents affectionate, hands-on management style, bullying parents, teen drug use, and a sense of unease about being watched. To further complicate matters, a mysterious corpse is found on the steps of the school. What further challenges confront Toni as she struggles to create her uncertain future?
Author: Keris Stainton
Publisher: Bookouture
ISBN: 1786812312
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 230
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Author: Silvia Borando
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781406364217
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 28
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In this fun, interactive picture book from minibombo, there are loads of animals to find on each and every spread - but sometimes they can be quite tricky to spot! Have you ever tried to find a crocodile in green grass? Or a blue hippo underwater? How about four fluffy baby chicks in soft yellow sand?
Author: Nichole Nordeman
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 0718099028
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 209
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The days are long, but the years are short. No matter if it’s your child’s first step, first day of school, or first night tucked away in a new dorm room away from home, there comes a moment when you realize just how quickly the years are flying by. Christian music artist Nichole Nordeman’s profound lyrics in her viral hit “Slow Down” struck a chord with moms everywhere, and now this beautiful four-color book will inspire you to celebrate the everyday moments of motherhood. Filled with thought-provoking writings from Nichole, as well as guest writings from friends including Shauna Niequist and Jen Hatmaker, practical tips, and journaling space for reflection, Slow Down will be a poignant gift for any mom, as well as a treasured keepsake. Take a few moments to reflect and celebrate the privilege of being a parent and getting to watch your little ones grow—and Slow Down. Nichole Nordeman has sold more than 1 million albums as a Christian music artist and has won 9 GMA Dove Awards, including two awards for Female Vocalist of the Year and Songwriter of the Year. Nichole released a lyric video for her song “Slow Down,” and it struck a chord with parents everywhere, amassing 14 million views in its first five days. She lives in Oklahoma with her two children.
