Author: Andrea Bennett
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0008159564
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
A heartwarming novel about the surprise of second chances in the autumn of your life.
Two Cousins of Azov
Author: Andrea Bennett
Publisher: Borough Press
ISBN: 9780008267063
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
A heartwarming novel about the surprise of second chances in the autumn of your life. Gor is keeping busy. He has a magic show to rehearse, his new assistant to get in line and a dacha in dire need of weeding. But he keeps being distracted by a tapping on his window - four floors up. Is old age finally catching up with him? Tolya has woken from a long illness to find his memory gone. Tidied away in a sanatorium, with only the view of a pine tree for entertainment, he is delighted when young doctor Vlad decides to make a project of him. With a keen listener by his side, and the aid of smuggled home-made sugary delights, Tolya's boyhood memories return, revealing dark secrets... Two Cousins of Azov is a tender and wonderful story of two men who, in the autumn of their years, have the chance to learn that memories can heal, as well as haunt.
Publisher: Borough Press
ISBN: 9780008267063
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
A heartwarming novel about the surprise of second chances in the autumn of your life. Gor is keeping busy. He has a magic show to rehearse, his new assistant to get in line and a dacha in dire need of weeding. But he keeps being distracted by a tapping on his window - four floors up. Is old age finally catching up with him? Tolya has woken from a long illness to find his memory gone. Tidied away in a sanatorium, with only the view of a pine tree for entertainment, he is delighted when young doctor Vlad decides to make a project of him. With a keen listener by his side, and the aid of smuggled home-made sugary delights, Tolya's boyhood memories return, revealing dark secrets... Two Cousins of Azov is a tender and wonderful story of two men who, in the autumn of their years, have the chance to learn that memories can heal, as well as haunt.
When My Cousins Come to Town
Author: Angela Shanté
Publisher: Graphic Arts Books
ISBN: 151326723X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
A fun, lively story of Black family and cousin culture that celebrates individuality and embraces differences. One of the New York Public Library's Best Books for Kids in 2021! Nominated, Bank Street College of Education's 2022 Irma S. Black Award "This endearing picture book from Shanté (The Noisy Classroom, 2020) is a beautiful ode to Black families and the bond cousins have. . . Shanté's love letter to Black families and the typical relationship Black children have with their cousins is smartly complemented by Morris' bold, vivid illustrations of the cousins' summer antics, often from the main character's perspective. This story about wanting to feel included will be a storytime must!" —Booklist "An adorable book about being true to yourself and the joys of family, especially cousins." —Kirkus Reviews "Layered, collage-style art by Morris features rounded panels and centers warm relationships. Shanté aptly portrays the experiences of a young city denizen, peppering the family-centered tale with resonant cultural details." —Publishers Weekly Fitting in can be hard, but standing out isn’t easy either! Every summer a young girl eagerly waits for her cousins to come visit and celebrate her birthday. All her cousins are unique in their own ways and have earned cool nicknames for themselves… except for the girl. But this year things are going to be different. This year before summer ends, she’s determined to earn her own nickname! Filled with warmth, love, and laughter, When My Cousins Come to Town brings all the energy and love of a big family to prove that you don’t need to be anyone else to be special—just the way you are is exactly right!
Publisher: Graphic Arts Books
ISBN: 151326723X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
A fun, lively story of Black family and cousin culture that celebrates individuality and embraces differences. One of the New York Public Library's Best Books for Kids in 2021! Nominated, Bank Street College of Education's 2022 Irma S. Black Award "This endearing picture book from Shanté (The Noisy Classroom, 2020) is a beautiful ode to Black families and the bond cousins have. . . Shanté's love letter to Black families and the typical relationship Black children have with their cousins is smartly complemented by Morris' bold, vivid illustrations of the cousins' summer antics, often from the main character's perspective. This story about wanting to feel included will be a storytime must!" —Booklist "An adorable book about being true to yourself and the joys of family, especially cousins." —Kirkus Reviews "Layered, collage-style art by Morris features rounded panels and centers warm relationships. Shanté aptly portrays the experiences of a young city denizen, peppering the family-centered tale with resonant cultural details." —Publishers Weekly Fitting in can be hard, but standing out isn’t easy either! Every summer a young girl eagerly waits for her cousins to come visit and celebrate her birthday. All her cousins are unique in their own ways and have earned cool nicknames for themselves… except for the girl. But this year things are going to be different. This year before summer ends, she’s determined to earn her own nickname! Filled with warmth, love, and laughter, When My Cousins Come to Town brings all the energy and love of a big family to prove that you don’t need to be anyone else to be special—just the way you are is exactly right!
A Tale of Two Cousins
Author: Katie Macalister
Publisher: Keeper Shelf Books
ISBN: 1945961538
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 291
Book Description
Being a princess doesn’t guarantee a fairytale happily ever after… Thyra Beck may be a bona fide princess, but she doesn’t belong in the world of sexy Greek Billionaires like Dmitri Papaioannou. And she definitely wouldn’t risk achieving her life’s dream by giving in to temptation. Not with her crazy competition trying to eliminate her. Dmitri’s life is exactly the way he likes: controlled, orderly, and without any complications. Then a desperate princess and her big orange cat fall into his life, and chaos ensues…a deliciously intriguing chaos that Dmitri isn’t sure he can resist. Will Thyra fight for the position she was born to claim…or give in to the happiness that only Dmitri can provide? A TALE OF TWO COUSINS by New York Times bestselling author Katie MacAlister will leave you swooning after Dmitri, cheering on Thyra, and yearning for a sexy Greek all your own. Dive into the fast, funny Papaioannou romcom series today!
Publisher: Keeper Shelf Books
ISBN: 1945961538
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 291
Book Description
Being a princess doesn’t guarantee a fairytale happily ever after… Thyra Beck may be a bona fide princess, but she doesn’t belong in the world of sexy Greek Billionaires like Dmitri Papaioannou. And she definitely wouldn’t risk achieving her life’s dream by giving in to temptation. Not with her crazy competition trying to eliminate her. Dmitri’s life is exactly the way he likes: controlled, orderly, and without any complications. Then a desperate princess and her big orange cat fall into his life, and chaos ensues…a deliciously intriguing chaos that Dmitri isn’t sure he can resist. Will Thyra fight for the position she was born to claim…or give in to the happiness that only Dmitri can provide? A TALE OF TWO COUSINS by New York Times bestselling author Katie MacAlister will leave you swooning after Dmitri, cheering on Thyra, and yearning for a sexy Greek all your own. Dive into the fast, funny Papaioannou romcom series today!
Killer's Cousin
Author: Nancy Werlin
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101576936
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 221
Book Description
After being accused and acquitted in the death of his girlfriend, seventeen-year-old David is sent to live with his aunt, uncle, and young cousin to avoid the media frenzy. But all is not well at his relatives? house. His aunt and uncle are not speaking, and twelve-year-old Lily seems intent on making David?s life a torment. And then there?s the issue of his older cousin Kathy?s mysterious death some years back. As things grow more and more tense, David starts to wonder?is there something else that his family is trying to hide from?
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101576936
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 221
Book Description
After being accused and acquitted in the death of his girlfriend, seventeen-year-old David is sent to live with his aunt, uncle, and young cousin to avoid the media frenzy. But all is not well at his relatives? house. His aunt and uncle are not speaking, and twelve-year-old Lily seems intent on making David?s life a torment. And then there?s the issue of his older cousin Kathy?s mysterious death some years back. As things grow more and more tense, David starts to wonder?is there something else that his family is trying to hide from?
The Cousins
Author: Karen M. McManus
Publisher: Delacorte Press
ISBN: 0525708006
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying comes your next obsession. You'll never feel the same about family again. Milly, Aubrey, and Jonah Story are cousins, but they barely know each another, and they've never even met their grandmother. Rich and reclusive, she disinherited their parents before they were born. So when they each receive a letter inviting them to work at her island resort for the summer, they're surprised . . . and curious. Their parents are all clear on one point--not going is not an option. This could be the opportunity to get back into Grandmother's good graces. But when the cousins arrive on the island, it's immediately clear that she has different plans for them. And the longer they stay, the more they realize how mysterious--and dark--their family's past is. The entire Story family has secrets. Whatever pulled them apart years ago isn't over--and this summer, the cousins will learn everything. Fans of the hit thriller that started it all can watch the secrets of the Bayview Four be revealed in the One of Us is Lying TV series now streaming on NBC's Peacock!
Publisher: Delacorte Press
ISBN: 0525708006
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying comes your next obsession. You'll never feel the same about family again. Milly, Aubrey, and Jonah Story are cousins, but they barely know each another, and they've never even met their grandmother. Rich and reclusive, she disinherited their parents before they were born. So when they each receive a letter inviting them to work at her island resort for the summer, they're surprised . . . and curious. Their parents are all clear on one point--not going is not an option. This could be the opportunity to get back into Grandmother's good graces. But when the cousins arrive on the island, it's immediately clear that she has different plans for them. And the longer they stay, the more they realize how mysterious--and dark--their family's past is. The entire Story family has secrets. Whatever pulled them apart years ago isn't over--and this summer, the cousins will learn everything. Fans of the hit thriller that started it all can watch the secrets of the Bayview Four be revealed in the One of Us is Lying TV series now streaming on NBC's Peacock!
When the Cousins Came
Author: Katie Yamasaki
Publisher: Holiday House
ISBN: 0823434575
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year! A multicultural family story that celebrates kindness and differences Lila is excited for her cousins Takeo and Rosie to visit. They're going to ride bikes, paint, and camp together! But when the cousins arrive, everything's wrong: Rosie and Takeo are better painters than Lila, have skateboards instead of bikes, and don't want to camp outside. Lila is terribly disappointed until the cousins make her a surprise: a big banner for their "best cousin" Lila! Inspired by the author's own large, diverse family, When the Cousins Came is a sensitive story about insecurity, hosting, and friendship. Katie Yamasaki's tale, paired with bright mixed-media art, reminds children that negative thoughts and anxiety over exclusion don't always translate to reality, and that even when plans go wrong you can still have a good time together.
Publisher: Holiday House
ISBN: 0823434575
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year! A multicultural family story that celebrates kindness and differences Lila is excited for her cousins Takeo and Rosie to visit. They're going to ride bikes, paint, and camp together! But when the cousins arrive, everything's wrong: Rosie and Takeo are better painters than Lila, have skateboards instead of bikes, and don't want to camp outside. Lila is terribly disappointed until the cousins make her a surprise: a big banner for their "best cousin" Lila! Inspired by the author's own large, diverse family, When the Cousins Came is a sensitive story about insecurity, hosting, and friendship. Katie Yamasaki's tale, paired with bright mixed-media art, reminds children that negative thoughts and anxiety over exclusion don't always translate to reality, and that even when plans go wrong you can still have a good time together.
Eight Cousins
Author: Louisa May Alcott
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Aunts
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
Orphaned Rose Campbell finds it difficult to fit in when she goes to live with her six aunts and seven mischievous boy cousins. She must choose which aunt to live with and which lifestyle to follow; instead she chooses her educator uncle.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Aunts
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
Orphaned Rose Campbell finds it difficult to fit in when she goes to live with her six aunts and seven mischievous boy cousins. She must choose which aunt to live with and which lifestyle to follow; instead she chooses her educator uncle.
Cousins
Author: Elisa Amado
Publisher: Libros Tigrillo
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
A little girl moves back and forth between two very different sides of her family. There's the house where she lives with her father and grandmother that is full of books as well as beautiful and expensive things, but rather quiet. Then there's her other grandmother's house where her cousin lives, which is always brimming with people.
Publisher: Libros Tigrillo
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
A little girl moves back and forth between two very different sides of her family. There's the house where she lives with her father and grandmother that is full of books as well as beautiful and expensive things, but rather quiet. Then there's her other grandmother's house where her cousin lives, which is always brimming with people.
Three Little Cousins
Author: Amy E. Blanchard
Publisher: Hyweb Technology Co. Ltd.
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 597
Book Description
Amy Ella Blanchard (1856-1926) was a writer of children s literature. She was born in Baltimore, studied art in New York and Philadelphia, and for two years taught drawing and painting in Plainfield, N.J.. She wrote the Corner and Little Maid series. Her works include: Holly Berries (with Ida Waugh, 1881), Wee Babies (1882), Daisies and Raindrops (1882), Bonny Bairns (c1888), Twenty Little Maidens (1894), Two Girls (1894), Girls Together (1896), Taking a Stand (1896), A Girl of 76 (1898), A Sweet Little Maid (1899), A Heroine of 1812 (1901), A Frontier Knight (1905), The Four Corners (1906), Three Little Cousins (1907), The Four Corners in California (1907), The Four Corners at School (1908), Little Maid Marian (1908), The Four Corners Abroad (1909), When Mother was a Little Girl (1909), The Four Corners in Camp (1910), The Four Corners in Japan (1912), The Four Corners in Egypt (1913), The Camp Fire Girls of Brightwood (1915), In Camp with the Muskoday Camp Fire Girls (1917) and others.
Publisher: Hyweb Technology Co. Ltd.
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 597
Book Description
Amy Ella Blanchard (1856-1926) was a writer of children s literature. She was born in Baltimore, studied art in New York and Philadelphia, and for two years taught drawing and painting in Plainfield, N.J.. She wrote the Corner and Little Maid series. Her works include: Holly Berries (with Ida Waugh, 1881), Wee Babies (1882), Daisies and Raindrops (1882), Bonny Bairns (c1888), Twenty Little Maidens (1894), Two Girls (1894), Girls Together (1896), Taking a Stand (1896), A Girl of 76 (1898), A Sweet Little Maid (1899), A Heroine of 1812 (1901), A Frontier Knight (1905), The Four Corners (1906), Three Little Cousins (1907), The Four Corners in California (1907), The Four Corners at School (1908), Little Maid Marian (1908), The Four Corners Abroad (1909), When Mother was a Little Girl (1909), The Four Corners in Camp (1910), The Four Corners in Japan (1912), The Four Corners in Egypt (1913), The Camp Fire Girls of Brightwood (1915), In Camp with the Muskoday Camp Fire Girls (1917) and others.
Cousin Camp
Author: Susan Alexander Yates
Publisher: Revell
ISBN: 1493423312
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 165
Book Description
In a world where our families are more scattered than ever, true and lasting family connections are hard to forge and even harder to maintain--and they don't happen by accident. For grandparents who long to create a close-knit bond in their family, popular speaker and parenting expert Susan Alexander Yates has a revolutionary new book. Cousin Camp is an inspiring, practical book that outlines how grandparents can plan and host a camp. Grandmother to 21 grandchildren, Yates has been creating cousin camps and family camps for years. Now she passes on what she's learned so you can help your children and grandchildren develop meaningful, lasting connections with each other--and with you! Full of specific, practical ideas and hilarious stories, this book contains everything you need to know from initial planning (who, when, and where) to a daily schedule to specific ways to build friendships among family members. Yates also includes plenty of ideas for family camps and reunions to draw everyone closer.
Publisher: Revell
ISBN: 1493423312
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 165
Book Description
In a world where our families are more scattered than ever, true and lasting family connections are hard to forge and even harder to maintain--and they don't happen by accident. For grandparents who long to create a close-knit bond in their family, popular speaker and parenting expert Susan Alexander Yates has a revolutionary new book. Cousin Camp is an inspiring, practical book that outlines how grandparents can plan and host a camp. Grandmother to 21 grandchildren, Yates has been creating cousin camps and family camps for years. Now she passes on what she's learned so you can help your children and grandchildren develop meaningful, lasting connections with each other--and with you! Full of specific, practical ideas and hilarious stories, this book contains everything you need to know from initial planning (who, when, and where) to a daily schedule to specific ways to build friendships among family members. Yates also includes plenty of ideas for family camps and reunions to draw everyone closer.