Author: Paul Volponi
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 141693989X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
When seventeen-year-old Huck's vindictive math teacher wins the town poker tournament and takes the winner's watch away from Huck's father while he is in a coma, Huck vows to get even with him no matter what it takes.
The Hand You're Dealt
Author: Paul Volponi
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 141693989X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
When seventeen-year-old Huck's vindictive math teacher wins the town poker tournament and takes the winner's watch away from Huck's father while he is in a coma, Huck vows to get even with him no matter what it takes.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 141693989X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
When seventeen-year-old Huck's vindictive math teacher wins the town poker tournament and takes the winner's watch away from Huck's father while he is in a coma, Huck vows to get even with him no matter what it takes.
Playing the Cards You're Dealt (Scholastic Gold)
Author: Varian Johnson
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 1338348582
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
“With a deft hand, Johnson shows us there's no such thing as "too young" when it comes to questioning big ideas like manhood, or even family.” –Jason Reynolds, New York Times bestselling author of Look Both Ways and Stamped Literary powerhouse and Coretta Scott King Honor- and Boston Globe / Horn Book Honor-winning author of The Parker Inheritance Varian Johnson explores themes of toxic masculinity and family legacy in this heartfelt, hopeful story of one boy discovering what it really means to be a man. SECRETS ARE ALWAYS A GAMBLE Ten-year-old Anthony Joplin has made it to double digits! Which means he's finally old enough to play in the spades tournament every Joplin Man before him seems to have won. So while Ant's friends are stressing about fifth grade homework and girls, Ant only has one thing on his mind: how he'll measure up to his father's expectations at the card table. Then Ant's best friend gets grounded, and he's forced to find another spades partner. And Shirley, the new girl in his class, isn't exactly who he has in mind. She talks a whole lot of trash -- way more than his old partner. Plus, he's not sure that his father wants him playing with a girl. But she's smart and tough and pretty, and knows every card trick in the book. So Ant decides to join forces with Shirley -- and keep his plans a secret. Only it turns out secrets are another Joplin Man tradition. And his father is hiding one so big it may tear their family apart...
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 1338348582
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
“With a deft hand, Johnson shows us there's no such thing as "too young" when it comes to questioning big ideas like manhood, or even family.” –Jason Reynolds, New York Times bestselling author of Look Both Ways and Stamped Literary powerhouse and Coretta Scott King Honor- and Boston Globe / Horn Book Honor-winning author of The Parker Inheritance Varian Johnson explores themes of toxic masculinity and family legacy in this heartfelt, hopeful story of one boy discovering what it really means to be a man. SECRETS ARE ALWAYS A GAMBLE Ten-year-old Anthony Joplin has made it to double digits! Which means he's finally old enough to play in the spades tournament every Joplin Man before him seems to have won. So while Ant's friends are stressing about fifth grade homework and girls, Ant only has one thing on his mind: how he'll measure up to his father's expectations at the card table. Then Ant's best friend gets grounded, and he's forced to find another spades partner. And Shirley, the new girl in his class, isn't exactly who he has in mind. She talks a whole lot of trash -- way more than his old partner. Plus, he's not sure that his father wants him playing with a girl. But she's smart and tough and pretty, and knows every card trick in the book. So Ant decides to join forces with Shirley -- and keep his plans a secret. Only it turns out secrets are another Joplin Man tradition. And his father is hiding one so big it may tear their family apart...
Playing the Hand You're Dealt
Author: Trice Hickman
Publisher: Kensington Books
ISBN: 0758294123
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 430
Book Description
"I can't wait to see what Trice Hickman does next!" --Mary Monroe "Trice Hickman is an amazing writer and storyteller!" --Kimberla Lawson Roby Everyone in Emily Eloise Snow's Atlanta, Georgia, hometown knows her as a sweet young woman who always does what's right. But when Emily's beloved mother dies, her quiet life is shaken to its core, leaving her devastated--and ready for a fresh start. Encouraged by her bolder, wilder best friend, Samantha, Emily moves to Washington, D.C. Samantha is sure D.C. will bring Emily her heart's desire. But that's exactly what Emily is afraid of. . . Since she was eighteen, Emily has fought a fierce longing even Samantha doesn't know about--a love for a man that would break just about every rule she was taught to follow. Now, each step closer to D.C. is a step closer to him--and a sizzling, forbidden passion that could destroy not just her life as she knows it, but the image of the woman, and the friend, everyone believes her to be. . . "Another wonderful, emotionally-charged page-turner by Trice Hickman." –Urban Reviews "Will keep you guessing straight through to the explosive ending." –Victoria Christopher Murray "Unforgettable characters and a page-turning storyline."--Lutishia Lovely
Publisher: Kensington Books
ISBN: 0758294123
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 430
Book Description
"I can't wait to see what Trice Hickman does next!" --Mary Monroe "Trice Hickman is an amazing writer and storyteller!" --Kimberla Lawson Roby Everyone in Emily Eloise Snow's Atlanta, Georgia, hometown knows her as a sweet young woman who always does what's right. But when Emily's beloved mother dies, her quiet life is shaken to its core, leaving her devastated--and ready for a fresh start. Encouraged by her bolder, wilder best friend, Samantha, Emily moves to Washington, D.C. Samantha is sure D.C. will bring Emily her heart's desire. But that's exactly what Emily is afraid of. . . Since she was eighteen, Emily has fought a fierce longing even Samantha doesn't know about--a love for a man that would break just about every rule she was taught to follow. Now, each step closer to D.C. is a step closer to him--and a sizzling, forbidden passion that could destroy not just her life as she knows it, but the image of the woman, and the friend, everyone believes her to be. . . "Another wonderful, emotionally-charged page-turner by Trice Hickman." –Urban Reviews "Will keep you guessing straight through to the explosive ending." –Victoria Christopher Murray "Unforgettable characters and a page-turning storyline."--Lutishia Lovely
Last Lecture
Author: Perfection Learning Corporation
Publisher: Turtleback
ISBN: 9781663608192
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher: Turtleback
ISBN: 9781663608192
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Hand You're Dealt
Author: Katie Charles
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781949705874
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Lori begins college with the hope of being just another freshman. Some kids like to stand out; Lori wants to blend in. She spent much of high school being accused of "faking" a painful illness so she could be the center of attention. If only that were true. If only she could just stop. Lori has Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and is in a constant state of pain that only varies by degrees, Wanting to be normal, Lori tries to hide her chronic illness for as long as she can. She trusted people to support her before, and learned her trust was unfounded. She hopes she can be Lori first, her disability not at all. To hide her diagnosis until she knows she can trust people again, or until the inevitable happens and she can't hide it anymore. Dating wasn't in her plan, but it feels good to be with someone who doesn't question her or treat her like an invalid. When she opens up to Dylan and tells him her whole truth, he treats her like a person and not an invalid, which is all Lori ever wanted. Eventually she can't hide her pain. A minor incident to anyone else thrusts Lori into a major flare. Now is the true test. Who will stay with her when explanations become reality? Who will change? Lori learned to stand on her own two feet - even when she needs a cane to do it - and maybe now she won't have to stand alone.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781949705874
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Lori begins college with the hope of being just another freshman. Some kids like to stand out; Lori wants to blend in. She spent much of high school being accused of "faking" a painful illness so she could be the center of attention. If only that were true. If only she could just stop. Lori has Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and is in a constant state of pain that only varies by degrees, Wanting to be normal, Lori tries to hide her chronic illness for as long as she can. She trusted people to support her before, and learned her trust was unfounded. She hopes she can be Lori first, her disability not at all. To hide her diagnosis until she knows she can trust people again, or until the inevitable happens and she can't hide it anymore. Dating wasn't in her plan, but it feels good to be with someone who doesn't question her or treat her like an invalid. When she opens up to Dylan and tells him her whole truth, he treats her like a person and not an invalid, which is all Lori ever wanted. Eventually she can't hide her pain. A minor incident to anyone else thrusts Lori into a major flare. Now is the true test. Who will stay with her when explanations become reality? Who will change? Lori learned to stand on her own two feet - even when she needs a cane to do it - and maybe now she won't have to stand alone.
The Hand You're Dealt
Author: Josephine Skylar
Publisher: Eight of Pentacles Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
Can she take a gamble on love? Even though Marnie Brown is in Las Vegas, she's not going to do anything crazy. She's just attending a business conference, that's all. Between work and taking care of her sick mother, she's too busy and responsible to take any risks. Besides, the last time she took a chance and fell in love, the guy turned out to be a con artist who vanished—with her savings. So when she meets professional poker player Pete Copeland in a bar, she tells herself nothing can come of it. Even though, in his prickly way, he's more honest with her than any guy has ever been. And even though their one night together is hotter than she ever could have imagined. Back home in Dallas, Marnie's convinced nothing's going to come of her vacation fling. But it turns out Pete is determined to win her heart—and he knows how to play for very high stakes.
Publisher: Eight of Pentacles Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
Can she take a gamble on love? Even though Marnie Brown is in Las Vegas, she's not going to do anything crazy. She's just attending a business conference, that's all. Between work and taking care of her sick mother, she's too busy and responsible to take any risks. Besides, the last time she took a chance and fell in love, the guy turned out to be a con artist who vanished—with her savings. So when she meets professional poker player Pete Copeland in a bar, she tells herself nothing can come of it. Even though, in his prickly way, he's more honest with her than any guy has ever been. And even though their one night together is hotter than she ever could have imagined. Back home in Dallas, Marnie's convinced nothing's going to come of her vacation fling. But it turns out Pete is determined to win her heart—and he knows how to play for very high stakes.
Get Dealt A Bad Hand In Life, Just Live It To The Max!
Author: Jefferson Lee
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Throughout my entire lifetime people have suggested to me that I need to write a book someday! Having grown up in a low income, disadvantaged, dysfunctional and abusive family structure, I truly was, "dealt a bad hand in life". However, I have always been able to overcome my various obstacles and challenges in my life by applying hard work, discipline and dedication principles. Therefore, my autobiography should be a real inspiration for those experiencing difficult times in their own lives as well. Everyone gets dealt bad hands, throughout their lifetimes, and people should not be going around feeling sorry for themselves and making excuses for their failures/setbacks. Instead, we all need to request God's assistance if you are a religious, analyze your situation, make the necessary adjustments and move on with your life. Besides my own personal experiences, all reports of abuse need to be taken seriously and investigated. Just because a person may appear like a reputable person in public should not automatically mean that the abuse allegations are false. Unless, you are around someone all day/ every day you have no idea what kind of person they may be behind the scenes! My book also illustrates how social politics influences our social system in all areas. (Education, sports, sports, law enforcement/ legal issues, media coverage, legislation...etc.) There are special travel bonus areas reviewing most of my domestic and international traveling experiences. I also have a passion for photography and will have many photos included to present a mindset to the reading content. To conclude, my book definitely has something for everyone. Unlike many, I live a very exciting and adventurous lifestyle with a very broad range of interest. Throughout my book, I will insert popular subtopics to discuss that everyone finds to be very intriguing and/or considered taboo topics. After my book publishing cost are met, I plan on donating some of the proceeds towards my churches' community service projects that help out disadvantaged children who live with homeless families or in orphanages. Having grown up being an independent person, without a family, it is a real honor to share my life with you all!
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Throughout my entire lifetime people have suggested to me that I need to write a book someday! Having grown up in a low income, disadvantaged, dysfunctional and abusive family structure, I truly was, "dealt a bad hand in life". However, I have always been able to overcome my various obstacles and challenges in my life by applying hard work, discipline and dedication principles. Therefore, my autobiography should be a real inspiration for those experiencing difficult times in their own lives as well. Everyone gets dealt bad hands, throughout their lifetimes, and people should not be going around feeling sorry for themselves and making excuses for their failures/setbacks. Instead, we all need to request God's assistance if you are a religious, analyze your situation, make the necessary adjustments and move on with your life. Besides my own personal experiences, all reports of abuse need to be taken seriously and investigated. Just because a person may appear like a reputable person in public should not automatically mean that the abuse allegations are false. Unless, you are around someone all day/ every day you have no idea what kind of person they may be behind the scenes! My book also illustrates how social politics influences our social system in all areas. (Education, sports, sports, law enforcement/ legal issues, media coverage, legislation...etc.) There are special travel bonus areas reviewing most of my domestic and international traveling experiences. I also have a passion for photography and will have many photos included to present a mindset to the reading content. To conclude, my book definitely has something for everyone. Unlike many, I live a very exciting and adventurous lifestyle with a very broad range of interest. Throughout my book, I will insert popular subtopics to discuss that everyone finds to be very intriguing and/or considered taboo topics. After my book publishing cost are met, I plan on donating some of the proceeds towards my churches' community service projects that help out disadvantaged children who live with homeless families or in orphanages. Having grown up being an independent person, without a family, it is a real honor to share my life with you all!
Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key
Author: Jack Gantos
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 9780312623555
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
In this National Book Award finalist, Joey Pigza tries hard to be a good kid trapped in a wired body.
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 9780312623555
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
In this National Book Award finalist, Joey Pigza tries hard to be a good kid trapped in a wired body.
26.2 Miles to Boston
Author: Michael Connelly
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493007718
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
117 years Strong…and Counting! This all-new edition, which follows the Boston Marathon into the 21st century and through the tragedy of the 2013 race, is a colorful and moving portrait of what it feels like to run the world’s oldest annual marathon, escorting the reader through the past, present, and bright future of the race. 26.2 Miles to Boston is a rich, vibrant, and inspiring history of the Boston Marathon and of the men and women of varying abilities whose struggles and triumphs have colored this historic event for over a century. From suburban Hopkinton, Massachusetts, to the center of metropolitan Boston, the author takes readers through the mile-by-mile sights, sounds, and traditions that make the race what it is.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493007718
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
117 years Strong…and Counting! This all-new edition, which follows the Boston Marathon into the 21st century and through the tragedy of the 2013 race, is a colorful and moving portrait of what it feels like to run the world’s oldest annual marathon, escorting the reader through the past, present, and bright future of the race. 26.2 Miles to Boston is a rich, vibrant, and inspiring history of the Boston Marathon and of the men and women of varying abilities whose struggles and triumphs have colored this historic event for over a century. From suburban Hopkinton, Massachusetts, to the center of metropolitan Boston, the author takes readers through the mile-by-mile sights, sounds, and traditions that make the race what it is.
Poker For Dummies
Author: Richard D. Harroch
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118053583
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 349
Book Description
Know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em Poker is America’s national card game, and its popularity continues to grow. Nationwide, you can find a game in progress everywhere. If you want to play, you can find poker games on replicas of 19th century riverboats or on Native American tribal lands. You can play poker at home with the family or online with opponents from around the world. Like bowling and billiards before it, poker has moved out from under the seedier side of its roots and is flowering in the sunshine. Maybe you’ve never played poker before and you don’t even know what a full house is. Poker For Dummies covers the basics. Or perhaps you've played for years, but you just don’t know how to win. This handy guide will help you walk away from the poker table with winnings, not lint, in your pockets. If you’re a poker expert, you still can benefit – some of the suggestions may surprise you, and you can certainly learn from the anecdotes from professional players like T.J. Cloutier and Stu Unger. Know what it takes to start winning hand after hand by exploring strategy; getting to know antes and betting structure; knowing your opponents, and understanding the odds. Poker For Dummies also covers the following topics and more: Poker games such as Seven-Card Stud, Omaha, and Texas Hold'em Setting up a game at home Playing in a casino: Do's and don'ts Improving your play with Internet and video poker Deciphering poker sayings and slang Ten ways to read your opponent's body language Playing in poker tournaments Money management and recordkeeping Knowing when and how to bluff Poker looks like such a simple game. Anyone, it seems, can play it well – but that's far from the truth. Learning the rules can be quick work, but becoming a winning player takes considerably longer. Still, anyone willing to make the effort can become a good player. You can succeed in poker the way you succeed in life: by facing it squarely, getting up earlier than the next person, and working harder and smarter than the competition. Foreword by Chris Moneymaker, 2003 World Series of Poker Champion.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118053583
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 349
Book Description
Know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em Poker is America’s national card game, and its popularity continues to grow. Nationwide, you can find a game in progress everywhere. If you want to play, you can find poker games on replicas of 19th century riverboats or on Native American tribal lands. You can play poker at home with the family or online with opponents from around the world. Like bowling and billiards before it, poker has moved out from under the seedier side of its roots and is flowering in the sunshine. Maybe you’ve never played poker before and you don’t even know what a full house is. Poker For Dummies covers the basics. Or perhaps you've played for years, but you just don’t know how to win. This handy guide will help you walk away from the poker table with winnings, not lint, in your pockets. If you’re a poker expert, you still can benefit – some of the suggestions may surprise you, and you can certainly learn from the anecdotes from professional players like T.J. Cloutier and Stu Unger. Know what it takes to start winning hand after hand by exploring strategy; getting to know antes and betting structure; knowing your opponents, and understanding the odds. Poker For Dummies also covers the following topics and more: Poker games such as Seven-Card Stud, Omaha, and Texas Hold'em Setting up a game at home Playing in a casino: Do's and don'ts Improving your play with Internet and video poker Deciphering poker sayings and slang Ten ways to read your opponent's body language Playing in poker tournaments Money management and recordkeeping Knowing when and how to bluff Poker looks like such a simple game. Anyone, it seems, can play it well – but that's far from the truth. Learning the rules can be quick work, but becoming a winning player takes considerably longer. Still, anyone willing to make the effort can become a good player. You can succeed in poker the way you succeed in life: by facing it squarely, getting up earlier than the next person, and working harder and smarter than the competition. Foreword by Chris Moneymaker, 2003 World Series of Poker Champion.