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The world in a backpack: fun and hardship in Australia, South Africa, and the Fiji Islands.
by Claudiomar Matias Rolim FilhoIt was supposed to be just another exchange trip. He thought life would be easy, but experienced all the difficulties and hardship of an immigrant in a foreign country. He washed cars under the close inspection and shouts of the Slav mafia, watched blood squirt from his hands in a second-rate kitchen, carried couches in warehouses, washed dishes, walked kilometres with more than 10 kg of pamphlets on his back, made deliveries, unloaded truckloads of plasterboards with deranged brutes, panicked over utility bills and even jumped out of windows, Chavo del Ocho style, to avoid landladies... All in the space of six months. The mucking about, which outdid much of his small victories, is narrated with very personal, razor-sharp wit and the desperation of a 21-year-old man, alone, 13 hours from any known person, who resorted to words to forget the problems of a reality he was literally forced to live one day at a time. He was beaten, suffered, and into some trouble; he had fun, laughed and, above all, had an unforgettable life experience. Join him and put your world in a backpack!
Thea Stilton #1: Thea Stilton and the Dragon's Code (Thea Stilton #1)
by Geronimo StiltonGeronimo's adventurous sister Thea takes center stage in this super special that's packed with mystery, adventure, and friendship!<P> When Geronimo's sister, Thea, is invited to teach a journalism class at a college on Mouse Island, she has no idea that she's going to be called on to help solve a mystery. But when a student disappears, it's up to Thea and five of her students to find out what happened. A nail-biting mystery ensues, complete with secret passages, underground tunnels, and more than a few surprises along the way. Readers will love following the clues to help Thea and her new friends through their first adventure together!<P> Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. To explore further access options with us, please contact us through the Book Quality link on the right sidebar. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.
Thea Stilton And The Mystery In Paris: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure (Thea Stilton Graphic Novels #5)
by Thea StiltonGeronimo's adventurous sister Thea narrates this fabulous adventure that's packed with action, mystery, and friendship!<P> <P><P>In this exciting adventure, the Thea Sisters are off to Paris to visit Colette's fashion-designer friend Julie. But when Julie's designs are suddenly stolen, the girls must search the city of Paris to catch the thief and save the fashion show. Readers will love following the clues to help the Thea Sisters solve the mystery!<P> <P><P>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. To explore further access options with us, please contact us through the Book Quality link on the right sidebar. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.”
Thea Stilton And The Secret City: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure (Thea Stilton Graphic Novels #4)
by Thea StiltonGeronimo's adventurous sister Thea narrates this fabulous adventure that's packed with action, mystery, and friendship!<P> <P><P>In this amazing adventure, Thea's friends the Thea Sisters head to Peru, where a good friend of Paulina's is in danger. There, the five mice climb the Andes mountains in search of a mysterious treasure that's hidden in the Secret City of the Incas. Readers will love following the clues to help the Thea Sisters solve the mystery!<P> <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Thea Stilton and the Blue Scarab Hunt: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure (Thea Stilton Graphic Novels #11)
by Thea StiltonGeronimo's sister Thea Stilton narrates this action-packed adventure!<P> <P><P>The Thea Sisters have been invited to Egypt to participate in a fabumouse archeological excavation. They are helping to look for the legendary ancient Treasure of the Sun! A precious blue stone scarab may be the key to their search, and they work enthusiastically to uncover the past. But they also discover that thieves are after the hidden treasure. It's up to the Thea Sisters to stop them!<P> <P><P>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. To explore further access options with us, please contact us through the Book Quality link on the right sidebar. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.
Thea Stilton and the Cherry Blossom Adventure: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure (Thea Stilton Graphic Novels #6)
by Thea StiltonGeronimo's adventurous sister Thea is taking the publishing world by storm in this fabumouse tale packed with action, mystery, and friendship.<P> <P><P>In this exciting adventure, the Thea Sisters are off to Japan on a cultural exchange program. While they're busy exploring Kyoto and admiring the beautiful cherry blossoms, a valuable doll is stolen from a wealthy Japanese collector. Will the five mice be able to track down the doll and catch the thief? Readers will love following the clues to help the Thea Sisters solve the mystery.<P> <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. To explore further access options with us, please contact us through the Book Quality link on the right sidebar. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Thea Stilton and the Ghost of the Shipwreck: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure (Thea Stilton Graphic Novels #3)
by Thea StiltonGeronimo's adventurous sister, Thea, narrates this fabulous adventure that's packed with action, mystery, and friendship!<P> <P><P>During a marine biology lesson at Mouseford Academy, the Thea Sisters learn about a mysterious shipwreck off Whale Island. According to legend, a very rare diamond called Jasmine's Heart was on the ship when it sank. When biology teacher Professor Van Kraken disappears, the Thea Sisters have to dive into the deep ocean to find him and the jewel. And just when they think their adventures are over, the Thea Sisters receive an invitation to travel to China to find another missing treasure. It's an adventure these five world-traveling mice will never forget!<P> <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Thea Stilton and the Ice Treasure: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure (Thea Stilton Graphic Novels #9)
by Thea StiltonGeronimo's adventurous sister Thea narrates this tale packed with action, mystery, and friendship!<P><p> <P><P>In this fabumouse adventure, the Thea Sisters head to Alaska, where they're attending a conference held by an important ecological association. Their host and his family are native Alaskans who show the mouselings their favorite games and activities. But soon there's trouble--the Thea Sisters discover that someone is upsetting the ecosystem by blowing up the ice with explosives! Can the Thea Sisters figure out what's going on and stop the destruction before it's too late?<P> <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. To explore further access options with us, please contact us through the Book Quality link on the right sidebar. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Thea Stilton and the Mountain of Fire: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure (Thea Stilton Graphic Novels #2)
by Thea StiltonGeronimo's adventurous sister Thea narrates this fabulous adventure that's packed with action, mystery, and friendship!<P> <P><P>Thea's friends the Thea Sisters take off for Australia to solve a mystery. A flock of sheep at Nicky's family's ranch is losing all its wool, and the ranch depends on the wool to stay afloat! Maybe the sheep's cure lies in an Aboriginal medicine containing a strange root. The five mouselings set off on a tour of the whole country to find out. It's a truly memorable outback adventure!<P> <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Thea Stilton and the Mystery on the Orient Express: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure (Thea Stilton Graphic Novels #13)
by Thea StiltonGeronimo's adventurous sister Thea narrates this fabulous adventure that's packed with action, mystery, and friendship!<P> <P><P>The Thea Sisters are boarding the famous Orient Express for a journey from Paris to Istanbul! The train is on a special trip to return a precious wedding dress stolen years ago from an Istanbul museum. But there's a rumor that the mysterious Acrobat Thief will steal the dress from the moving train! The Thea Sisters are determined to foil this super-sneaky mouse's plans.<P> <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. To explore further access options with us, please contact us through the Book Quality link on the right sidebar. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Thea Stilton and the Prince's Emerald: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure (Thea Stilton Graphic Novels #12)
by Thea StiltonGeronimo's sister Thea Stilton narrates this tale packed with action, mystery, and friendship!<P> <P><P>When the Thea Sisters' friend Ashvin is in trouble, they rush to his aid... in India! Ashvin has been bringing the monkeys that live in the big city back to their natural jungle environment. But the monkeys have suddenly started stealing jewels! Someone must be behind this terrible theft. Can the Thea Sisters solve the mystery?<P> <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these. </i>
Thea Stilton and the Secret of the Old Castle: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure (Thea Stilton Graphic Novels #10)
by Thea StiltonWhen the Thea Sisters' good friend Bridget has to return to Scotland to help her family repair their ancient castle, the five mice offer to help their friend in whatever way they can. Little do they know that Bridget will be kidnapped, and they'll have to rush to Scotland to help find her! Along the way, the Thea Sisters encounter Celtic legends, cryptic messages, and hidden treasures on a trip that's full of mysteries and surprises!<P><p> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. To explore further access options with us, please contact us through the Book Quality link on the right sidebar. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Thea Stilton and the Star Castaways: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure (Thea Stilton Graphic Novels #7)
by Thea StiltonThea Stilton is out of this world!<P> <P><P>A professor at Mouseford Academy is organizing a trip to outer space, and the Thea Sisters are invited. The mouselings are headed on a fabumouse mission... to the moon! After much preparation, the mice blast off. But when they arrive at their lunar vacation spot, things start to go wrong, including spaceship wrecks and rebellious robots. Can the Thea Sisters save the day? Find out in an adventure that's out of this world!<P> <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Thea Stilton: Big Trouble in the Big Apple (Thea Stilton Graphic Novels #8)
by Thea StiltonGeronimo's adventurous sister Thea narrates this fabulous adventure that's packed with action, mystery, and friendship!<P> <P><P>The Thea Sisters are off to New York City for another fabumouse adventure! Nicky has been training to run the Big Apple Marathon, and her friends are there to support her. While in the city, they all visit Pamela's family and have a delicious dinner at the family's pizzeria. But the mouselings discover that someone has been threatening to burn the restaurant down, and Pam's family might have to close it for good to stay safe! Will the Thea Sisters catch the troublemaker before it's too late?<P> <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. To explore further access options with us, please contact us through the Book Quality link on the right sidebar. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Thea and the Think-It-Arium (Into Reading, Level S #28)
by Cameron Macintosh Giulia RivoltaNIMAC-sourced textbook <p><p> Thea has always wanted a goldfish, so she is very excited when her brother tells her about think-it-ariums. Wearing a headset, a person can imagine what they want to see in the fish tank, and then it appears! But when Thea's imagined creatures get hungry for peanuts, the think-it-arium doesn't seem so fun anymore. Can Thea un-think the creatures before it's too late?
Theft by Finding (1977-2002): Diaries (1977-2002)
by David Sedaris<p>David Sedaris tells all in a book that is, literally, a lifetime in the making <p>For forty years, David Sedaris has kept a diary in which he records everything that captures his attention-overheard comments, salacious gossip, soap opera plot twists, secrets confided by total strangers. These observations are the source code for his finest work, and through them he has honed his cunning, surprising sentences. <p>Now, Sedaris shares his private writings with the world. Theft by Finding, the first of two volumes, is the story of how a drug-abusing dropout with a weakness for the International House of Pancakes and a chronic inability to hold down a real job became one of the funniest people on the planet. <p>Written with a sharp eye and ear for the bizarre, the beautiful, and the uncomfortable, and with a generosity of spirit that even a misanthropic sense of humor can't fully disguise, Theft By Finding proves that Sedaris is one of our great modern observers. It's a potent reminder that when you're as perceptive and curious as Sedaris, there's no such thing as a boring day. <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
Theft by Finding: Diaries: Volume One
by David SedarisTHE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 'He's like an American Alan Bennett, in that his own fastidiousness becomes the joke, as per the taxi encounter, or his diary entry about waiting interminably in a coffee-bar queue' Guardian review of An Evening with David Sedaris The point is to find out who you are and to be true to that person. Because so often you can't. Won't people turn away if they know the real me? you wonder. The me that hates my own child, that put my perfectly healthy dog to sleep? The me who thinks, deep down, that maybe The Wire was overrated?For nearly four decades, David Sedaris has faithfully kept a diary in which he records his thoughts and observations on the odd and funny events he witnesses. Anyone who has attended a live Sedaris event knows that his diary readings are often among the most joyful parts of the evening. In Theft by Finding, Sedaris brings us his favourite entries. From the family home in Raleigh, North Carolina, we follow Sedaris as he sets out to make his way in the world. As an art student and then teacher in Chicago he works at a succession of very odd jobs, meeting even odder people, before moving to New York to pursue a career as a writer - where instead he very quickly lands a job in Macy's department store as an elf in Santaland . . . Tender, hilarious, illuminating, and endlessly captivating, Theft by Finding offers a rare look into the mind of one of our generation's greatest comic geniuses.
Theft by Finding: Diaries: Volume One
by David SedarisTHE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER'He's like an American Alan Bennett, in that his own fastidiousness becomes the joke, as per the taxi encounter, or his diary entry about waiting interminably in a coffee-bar queue' Guardian review of An Evening with David SedarisThe point is to find out who you are and to be true to that person. Because so often you can't. Won't people turn away if they know the real me? you wonder. The me that hates my own child, that put my perfectly healthy dog to sleep? The me who thinks, deep down, that maybe The Wire was overrated?For nearly four decades, David Sedaris has faithfully kept a diary in which he records his thoughts and observations on the odd and funny events he witnesses. Anyone who has attended a live Sedaris event knows that his diary readings are often among the most joyful parts of the evening. But never before have they been available in print. Now, in Theft by Finding, Sedaris brings us his favorite entries. From the family home in Ralegh, North Carolina, we follow Sedaris as he sets out to make his way in the world. As an art student and then teacher in Chicago he works at a succession of very odd jobs, meeting even odder people, before moving to New York to pursue a career as a writer - where instead he very quickly lands a job in Macy's department store as an elf in Santaland... Tender, hilarious, illuminating, and endlessly captivating, Theft by Finding offers a rare look into the mind of one of our generation's greatest comic geniuses.
Their Baby Miracle
by Lilian DarcySURPRISE PACKAGE!When Lucas Halliday saw Reba Grant for the first time in months, he was in for a shock: Reba was pregnant-with his baby-and she’d just gone into labor!Reba couldn’t believe it-this baby was coming way too early. And Lucas was hardly supposed to be her birthing partner. For she’d thought-and feared?-that she’d seen the last of the billionaire businessman, despite all that had happened between them. Now, with their tiny daughter fighting for survival, Reba was surprised to realize Lucas was a loving, devoted father. And that gave her hope-that maybe Lucas had potential as a husband, too....
Their Engagement Is Announced
by Carole MortimerGriffin Sinclair had announced that he and Dora Baxter were going to get married. This was a complete shock to Dora-he hadn’t even asked her!Griffin had created the fictitious engagement to avoid his mother’s matchmaking-and it seemed Dora had no choice but to go along with it. Now she had to spend all her time with the gorgeous Adonis.... But it wasn’t going to be that easy-because secretly, Dora had been in love with Griffin for years, and there was nothing she wanted more than his genuine proposal!
Their Holiday Together: The Bachelor's Christmas Bride\The Son He Never Knew (Harlequin Themes Ser.)
by Kristi Gold Victoria PadeLove is in the air this holiday season in these two classic stories! The Bachelor's Christmas Bride When Shannon Duffy comes to Northbridge, Montana, she doesn't expect to find the man of her dreams-wearing a Santa suit, no less! Although former pro hockey player Dag McKendrick is irresistible, the newly disengaged Shannon has to at least try to resist him. Or will she cave in to temptation-just in time for Christmas? The Son He Never Knew Chase Reed is home from serving overseas and ready to be sheriff. Then he lands in the middle of an incident involving Jessica Keller. He's never forgotten his one night with Jess. However, she has a son, and despite the crazy attraction, Chase isn't ready to be a father. But when she reveals the truth, he has to be the man his son needs.
Their Royal Wedding Bargain: Billionaire's Wife On Paper / Their Royal Wedding Bargain (Mills And Boon Modern Ser.)
by Michelle ConderIt was a temporary agreement…But their wedding date has already been set!Princess Alexa’s strategy was simple: avoid an unwanted union by finding a short-term fiancé. Notoriously untamable Prince Rafaele seems her safest bet…until the king demands they marry for real!Suddenly Alexa is in over her royal head! Because their electrifying connection complicates everything. Rafa’s charisma thrills her, his boldness challenges her and the pleasures of their marriage bed give duty-bound Alexa the confidence to ask for more. Can Alexa persuade Rafa to rewrite the terms of their convenient bargain?
Their Scandalous Affair
by Catherine GeorgeA woman’s secret affair with an irresistible millionaire becomes an all-consuming scandal in this scorching-hot romance.Having barely survived past scandals, beautiful but fiery Avery Crawford likes to keep her personal life to herself. So it’s no wonder she’s determined not to let anyone know about her affair with handsome millionaire, Jonas Mercer. Yet not only does Jonas desire that their relationship go public, he’s determined to claim Avery as his bride!What Jonas doesn’t bargain for is more scandal. For when Avery’s secrets are revealed, they come at a cost that even Jonas can’t afford . . .
Their Secret Baby (Expecting!)
by Kate WalkerCaitlin has heard nothing good about Rhys Morgan,her cousin Amelie's husband. So when the dyingAmelie makes Caitlin guardian to her baby by anotherman, Caitlin sees no reason to contact Rhys.Except that tall, dark, irresistible Rhys believes thatbaby Fleur is his daughter. He'll use all his wealth,power and dangerous charm to get his baby back—starting by seducing Caitlin…and, if necessary, takingher all the way to the altar!
Their Triple Trouble
by Cathy Gillen Thacker Melissa SenateThree reasons to stay married!Detective Barelli's Legendary Triplets by Melissa Senate Blame it on the punch, or on the legend of Wedlock Creek Chapel. But Norah Ingalls is now Detective Reed Barelli&’s wife. The lawman certainly didn&’t intend to marry the gorgeous mom of three infant babies; an instant family wasn&’t in his plans. Yet just walking away was unimaginable…Their Inherited Triplets by Cathy Gillen Thacker Lulu McCabe&’s secret elopement with Sam Kirkland ended before it even began. Now she has the chance to bring security and joy into the lives of three orphaned boys. As the triplets&’ legal guardian, Sam makes Lulu an unexpected proposal. With passion inevitably reigniting, are Lulu and her cowboy ready to commit to the future?2 Heartfelt Stories Detective Barelli's Legendary Triplets and Their Inherited Triplets