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Framed in Fire

by David Patneaude

Peter's been sent to Resthaven Hospital because his stepfather thinks Peter is emotionally disturbed and wants to harm his younger half-brother, Lincoln. But Peter loves Lincoln, and Peter is the only one who knows about Lincoln's unusual dreams. And Peter's mom has been lying to him about his real dad. If his dad died, why can't he find any information about the fishing boat accident that was supposed to have killed him? With the help of Lincoln and some friends from Resthaven, Peter begins a journey that could change his life forever.

Framework for Dietary Risk Assessment in the WIC Program: Interim Report

by Institute of Medicine

The National Academies Press (NAP)--publisher for the National Academies--publishes more than 200 books a year offering the most authoritative views, definitive information, and groundbreaking recommendations on a wide range of topics in science, engineering, and health. Our books are unique in that they are authored by the nation's leading experts in every scientific field.

Framing Innocence: A Mother's Photographs, a Prosecutor's Zeal, and a Small Town's Response

by Lynn Powell

The harrowing true story of a mother whose innocent photos of her daughter resulted in child pornography charges—&“an enthralling book&” (Robert Coles). When Oberlin, Ohio, resident Cynthia Stewart dropped off eleven rolls of film at a drugstore near her home, she had no idea that two snapshots of her eight-year-old daughter would cause the county prosecutor to arrest her, take her away in handcuffs, threaten to remove her child from her home, and charge her with crimes that carried the possibility of sixteen years in prison. Thankfully, Cynthia&’s community came to her defense and supported her through the long legal battle. In Framing Innocence, poet and author Lynn Powell—who was one of Cynthia&’s neighbors—brilliantly probes the many questions raised: when does a photograph of a naked child cross the line from innocent snapshot to child pornography? When does a prosecution cross the line from vigorous to overzealous? When does the parent, and when does the state, know best? This &“fascinating . . . immediate and compelling&” story plumbs the perfect storm of events that put a loving family in a small American town at risk (Booklist). &“[A] well-written, absorbing book.&” —The Plain Dealer

Francesca's Kitchen

by Peter Pezzelli

No one writes about Italian-American families with the humor, warmth, and heart of Peter Pezzelli. Now, with Francesca's Kitchen, he delivers another winning novel about how much we need the closeness of family--even if we don't know it. Where There's Food, There's Family For years, Francesca Campanile was the queen of her home. Standing in her Rhode Island kitchen, making sauce from sun-ripened tomatoes, dropping in basil from her garden, and adding fresh onion, Francesca dispensed advice as liberally as she did the garlic, arguing nonstop with her son and two daughters. It was wonderful. But now, her children and their children have moved away. And for the widowed Francesca, no longer having a family around to pester, annoy, guide, love, harangue and, of course, cook for, makes her feel useless. Who is she without them? What she needs is another family that needs her, and when she sees Loretta Simmons's ad in the Providence paper for a part-time nanny, she's sure she's found it. All the single mom wants is someone to fill in for a few hours a day. But it's obvious to Francesca that Loretta and her kids need more--a lot more. Loretta's struggling to make ends meet. Every man she brings home is a disaster. And her kids could definitely use some guidance--and a little lasagna, frankly. In these frazzled, disconnected people, Francesca senses a hunger and loneliness as deep as her own. It's time for Francesca to work her magic--if she can--and the best place to start is the kitchen. . . Funny and moving, with a heroine to adore, Francesca's Kitchen is a delicious story about sharing love, life, advice, and, above all, food. Peter Pezzelli was born and raised in Rhode Island. A graduate of Wesleyan University, he lives with his wife, two children and their dog in Rhode Island where, most days, he is busy at work on his next novel. Every Sunday, however, if he's not riding his bike, you'll find him and his family at the dinner table, enjoying a plate of rabes and sausage, or a nice fritatta, or some other favorite Italian dish cooked up by his wife.

Francesca's Party: A Novel

by Patricia Scanlan

An Irish housewife navigates life after catching her husband cheating in this “poignant, entertaining, and believable” novel (Irish Independent (UK)).As the novel opens, Francesca’s banker husband is supposedly off to a conference in Brussels. But when she drops him off at the airport, he forgets his cell phone. Considerate wife that she is, Francesca parks the car, and hurries to catch him before his plane leaves. She catches him all right, just as he’s passionately kissing one of his female colleagues like there’s no tomorrow.But there is a tomorrow, and what happens in the days to follow is hilarious. Readers will cheer for Francesca all the way to her triumphant revenge . . .

Francie's Got a Gun

by Carrie Snyder

A suspenseful and poignant tale from an award-winning writer about a girl navigating chaotic family life in a close-knit small town.On a June afternoon in a small city, a wild-eyed girl named Francie dashes down a neighbourhood street, clutching a gun. She doesn&’t know exactly what she&’s running from, and she doesn&’t know what she&’s heading towards. All she understands is the need to survive. To save herself, she has no choice but to run—and to save those she loves, she must hold tight to that gun. Swirling around Francie is a chorus of friends, family, and neighbours, each person with a different view of her. As we hear from these voices—Francie&’s steadfast best friend, Alice; Alice&’s comically unaware mother, Sally, and struggling mathematician father, David; Francie&’s distressed and distracted mother, Marietta, and troubled, unwell father, Luce—a fractured portrait emerges of the girl and the village surrounding her. And at last we arrive at a still point in the chaos: a tall tree where Francie takes shelter, and where the meaning of her flight—for herself, and for the people around her—becomes clear. In Francie&’s Got a Gun, award-winning writer Carrie Snyder assembles a chorus of unforgettable characters who are both well-intentioned and flawed. At their centre is Francie, a vulnerable, imaginative girl with surprising attachments to each of them. Here is a propulsive, polyphonic, heart-expanding novel—equal parts sorrow and humour, fear and love, anger and kindness—about social breakdown and the quest for connection in a close-knit community.

Frank and Red: The heart-warming story of an unlikely friendship

by Matt Coyne

The brilliant, heart-warming debut novel from the Sunday Times best-selling author of Dummy and Man vs ToddlerFrank is a miserable old curmudgeon. An agoraphobic recluse and widower whose only company is the 'ghost' of his wife, Marcie. He is estranged from friends and family and is entirely cut off from the rest of the world.That is until he meets Red.Red is six years old. He's a funny, imaginative, and kind little boy who - following the separation of his parents - moves in next door. Red is fascinated by his new neighbour and seemingly oblivious to Frank's grumpy demeanour and strange ways.What on Earth will come of this unlikely friendship? Only time will tell...Praise for Matt Coyne:'A hero for dads everywhere' Daily Mirror'Very, very funny' Phillip Schofield, This Morning'Hilarious but accurate account of finding your feet as a parent . . . Matt Coyne's post has struck a chord with parents from all over the world' Daily Mail'Brutally honest rant on the reality of parenthood has taken the internet by storm' Sunday Telegraph(P)2024 Headline Publishing Group Ltd

Frank and Red: The heart-warming story of an unlikely friendship

by Matt Coyne

Sometimes, the friend you need is the one you never saw coming.'A lovely feel-good treat' The Times | 'Heart-warming, perceptive and empathetic' CultureFlyFrank and Red are a mess.Frank is a grumpy old curmudgeon. A recluse whose only company is the 'ghost' of his dead wife, Marcie. He is estranged from his friends, his son, and the ever-changing world beyond his front gate. And then Red moves in next door.Red is six. A boy struggling to adjust to the separation of his mum and dad, a new school, and the demonic school bully. Red is curious, smart, he never stops talking, and he's got a trampoline. From the moment Red's blonde mop appears over the top of the fence that divides their two gardens, the unlikeliest of friendships is born. . . . And it is a friendship that will change both of their lives forever.Early readers can't get enough:'Best book of the year!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A fantastic debut' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Stunningly well-written, warm hearted, incredibly funny and moving story' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A beautifully written, warm and empathic read' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Frank and Red: The heart-warming story of an unlikely friendship

by Matt Coyne

Sometimes, the friend you need is the one you never saw coming.'A lovely feel-good treat' The Times | 'Heart-warming, perceptive and empathetic' CultureFlyFrank and Red are a mess.Frank is a grumpy old curmudgeon. A recluse whose only company is the 'ghost' of his dead wife, Marcie. He is estranged from his friends, his son, and the ever-changing world beyond his front gate. And then Red moves in next door.Red is six. A boy struggling to adjust to the separation of his mum and dad, a new school, and the demonic school bully. Red is curious, smart, he never stops talking, and he's got a trampoline. From the moment Red's blonde mop appears over the top of the fence that divides their two gardens, the unlikeliest of friendships is born. . . . And it is a friendship that will change both of their lives forever.Early readers can't get enough:'Best book of the year!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A fantastic debut' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Stunningly well-written, warm hearted, incredibly funny and moving story' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A beautifully written, warm and empathic read' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Frank and the Bad Surprise

by Martha Brockenbrough

Frank the cat has it good: Tons of toys, unlimited Whiskies™ and space and quiet to stretch and nap and think and write.Then his people bring home a box. A box with something unexpected inside. A puppy.A puppy who doesn't know the rules of naps. A puppy who slobbers and tackles and barks.This won't do.Frank will just have to find a better home. Should be easy, right?

Frankenlouse

by Mary James M. E. Kerr

A fourteen-year-old boy invents a comic-book fantasy world ruled by a book-dwelling insect named Frankenlouse I am called Nick. I was fourteen the year of this story, the year that changed my life . . .Nick Reber is a cadet with cartoonist dreams. Nick&’s father, a by-the-books control freak, believes his son&’s creative aspirations are a waste of time. As commanding officer of Blister Military Academy, he makes Nick march in step—or else. Nick misses his mother, who ran away, although she promised to one day send for him. As a form of escape, Nick creates a whole world inside his head—a comic strip featuring an insect that lives in the pages of Frankenstein. All the other book lice in the library fear Frankenlouse.But just like Nick, Frankenlouse feels trapped. He wants out of his book, just like Nick wants to escape—until a life-changing decision puts Nick on a collision course with his father.Narrated in Nick&’s distinctive voice, Frankenlouse is about finding your authentic self. It&’s a story of friendship, growing up, and the complicated bond between fathers and sons.This ebook features an illustrated personal history of M. E. Kerr including rare images from the author&’s collection.

Frankenlouse

by Mary James M. E. Kerr

A fourteen-year-old boy invents a comic-book fantasy world ruled by a book-dwelling insect named Frankenlouse I am called Nick. I was fourteen the year of this story, the year that changed my life . . .Nick Reber is a cadet with cartoonist dreams. Nick&’s father, a by-the-books control freak, believes his son&’s creative aspirations are a waste of time. As commanding officer of Blister Military Academy, he makes Nick march in step—or else. Nick misses his mother, who ran away, although she promised to one day send for him. As a form of escape, Nick creates a whole world inside his head—a comic strip featuring an insect that lives in the pages of Frankenstein. All the other book lice in the library fear Frankenlouse.But just like Nick, Frankenlouse feels trapped. He wants out of his book, just like Nick wants to escape—until a life-changing decision puts Nick on a collision course with his father.Narrated in Nick&’s distinctive voice, Frankenlouse is about finding your authentic self. It&’s a story of friendship, growing up, and the complicated bond between fathers and sons.This ebook features an illustrated personal history of M. E. Kerr including rare images from the author&’s collection.

Frankie & Bug

by Gayle Forman

&“Joyful, occasionally heartbreaking, deeply moving.&” —R. J. Palacio, bestselling author of Wonder In the debut middle grade novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Gayle Forman comes a poignant and powerful coming-of-age story that follows a young girl and her new friend as they learn about family, friendship, allyship, and finding your way in a complicated world.It&’s the summer of 1987, and all ten-year-old Bug wants to do is go to the beach with her older brother and hang out with the locals on the boardwalk. But Danny wants to be with his own friends, and Bug&’s mom is too busy, so Bug is stuck with their neighbor Philip&’s nephew, Frankie. Bug&’s not too excited about hanging out with a kid she&’s never met, but they soon find some common ground. And as the summer unfolds, they find themselves learning some important lessons about each other, and the world. Like what it means to be your true self and how to be a good ally for others. That family can be the people you&’re related to, but also the people you choose to have around you. And that even though life isn&’t always fair, we can all do our part to make it more just.

Frankie Gets a Doggie

by Amy Huntington

There's love for everyone in this sweet, rhyming story about a toddler and father who share an outing to the animal shelter, where they find a dog that's the perfect addition to their family!Frankie and Dad are going on an adventure! They head to the local animal shelter where they meet all kinds of dogs, until they find just the right one. But how will Kitty react to their new pet? Here is a charming, accessible story about adopting a pet and giving it a loving home that&’s perfect for dog-and animal-lovers, and an ideal gift for any family considering pet ownership.

Frankie and Amelia

by Cammie McGovern

A heartfelt companion novel to the critically acclaimed Chester and Gus about inclusivity, autism, friendship, and family, perfect for fans of Sara Pennypacker and Kate DiCamillo. <p><p> After being separated from his family, Franklin becomes an independent cat, until he meets a goofy dog named Chester. Chester is a service dog to his person, a boy named Gus, and Chester knows just the girl to be Franklin’s person—Gus’s classmate, Amelia. Amelia loves cats, but has a harder time with people. Franklin understands her, though, and sees how much they have in common. When Amelia gets into some trouble at school, Franklin wants to help the girl who’s done so much to help him. He’s not sure how, yet, but he’s determined to try. <p><p> This sweet and moving novel demonstrates how powerful the bond between pets and people can be, while thoughtfully depicting a neurodivergent tween’s experience.

Frankie's Manor

by Anna King

In London&’s gritty East End, one woman loves two men on different sides of the law in this stirring saga from the author of Palace of Tears. Rose Kennedy was lucky to have two men she could trust. Keeping her job as a barmaid in the East End wasn&’t easy, but with the support of her sweetheart Jack Adams, a local constable, and Frankie Buchanan, whom she loves like a brother, she dreams of a bright future. But there is no love lost between the men. Hackney is &“Frankie&’s manor&” and because of his protection racket, Jack is determined to put its ringleader behind bars. When talk of wedding bells for Jack and Rose meet opposition, Rose isn&’t prepared to have her happiness ruined for family pride. But when Rose finds herself alone and heartbroken, Frankie is there to pick up the pieces . . . A gripping and emotional saga, perfect for readers of Rosie Goodwin and Val Wood.

Franklin Forgives

by Paulette Bourgeois

Harriet accidentally upsets Goldie's fishbowl while the family is picnicking and Franklin's beloved pet goldfish disappears into the pond. Guided by his parents' kind understanding, Franklin eventually finds a way to forgive his little sister.

Franklin Says I Love You: A Classic Franklin Story (Classic Franklin Stories #29)

by Paulette Bourgeois Brenda Clark

A delightful storybook in the series that inspired the Franklin and Friends TV show! In this Franklin Classic Storybook, our hero is a very lucky turtle. He has the best friends, the best little sister, the best goldfish, and, of course, the best mother. But when he discovers that his mother’s birthday is coming up, he can’t find the best present. After giving it some serious thought, Franklin decides to do everything for his mom. On the morning of her birthday he takes her breakfast in bed, makes a brooch, draws a picture, and cuts fresh flowers from the garden! And then Franklin gives his mom a great big hug and says, “I love you”—which is, of course, the best gift of all.

Franklin and the Baby

by Paulette Bourgeois

When Franklin's best friend gets a new baby sister, Franklin feels like a proud big brother himself! Picture descriptions present.

Franklin's Baby Sister, Franklin's Class Trip, and Hurry Up, Franklin: Franklin's Baby Sister; Franklin's Class Trip; and Hurry Up, Franklin (Classic Franklin Stories)

by Paulette Bourgeois Brenda Clark

Franklin’s Baby Sister In this Franklin Classic Storybook, our hero is thrilled to learn he’ll be a big brother in the spring. He can hardly wait for the new baby, but spring seems a long time away. Franklin does everything he can to make spring come, but nothing happens. Even the seed he planted at school doesn’t look like it will ever become a plant. Then, one day, spring finally appears and something very special arrives … something little and green and absolutely wonderful! Franklin’s Class Trip In this Franklin Classic Storybook, Franklin is excited about his class trip to the museum. Just before they go inside, Beaver tells him that they’ll see real dinosaurs. At first Franklin is worried, but he has so much fun seeing and doing other things in the museum that he almost forgets about the dinosaurs—until he comes face-to-face with a tyrannosaurus! Hurry Up, Franklin In this Franklin Classic Storybook, Franklin sets off to Bear’s house for a birthday party, but it’s far from a straightforward journey. Like most preschoolers, Franklin is a dawdler, slow even for a turtle. The trip becomes an opportunity to play leapfrog with Rabbit, slip and slide in the mud with Otter, and maybe even play hide-and-seek with Fox. But just in time, Franklin remembers that he mustn’t be late for Bear’s special day.

Frankly in Love

by David Yoon

<P><P>Two friends. One fake dating scheme. What could possibly go wrong?Frank Li has two names. There's Frank Li, his American name. Then there's Sung-Min Li, his Korean name. No one uses his Korean name, not even his parents. Frank barely speaks any Korean. He was born and raised in Southern California. <P><P>Even so, his parents still expect him to end up with a nice Korean girl--which is a problem, since Frank is finally dating the girl of his dreams: Brit Means. Brit, who is funny and nerdy just like him. Brit, who makes him laugh like no one else. Brit . . . who is white. <P><P>As Frank falls in love for the very first time, he's forced to confront the fact that while his parents sacrificed everything to raise him in the land of opportunity, their traditional expectations don't leave a lot of room for him to be a regular American teen. Desperate to be with Brit without his parents finding out, Frank turns to family friend Joy Song, who is in a similar bind. <P><P>Together, they come up with a plan to help each other and keep their parents off their backs. Frank thinks he's found the solution to all his problems, but when life throws him a curveball, he's left wondering whether he ever really knew anything about love—or himself—at all. <P><P>In this moving debut novel—featuring striking blue stained edges and beautiful original endpaper art by the author—David Yoon takes on the question of who am I? with a result that is humorous, heartfelt, and ultimately unforgettable. <P><P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>

Frannie in Pieces

by Delia Ephron

After her father's sudden death, 15-year-old Frannie is left with a beautiful hand-carved box of 1,000 wooden puzzles he hand-painted and cut with Frannie's name on it. As Frannie slowly puts the puzzle together, something magical happens.

Frannie in Pieces

by Delia Ephron

What does you in—brain or heart? Frannie asks herself this question when, a week before she turns fifteen, her dad dies, leaving her suddenly deprived of the only human being on planet Earth she feels understands her. Frannie struggles to make sense of a world that no longer seems safe, a world in which one moment can turn things so thoroughly for the worse. She discovers an elegant wooden box with an inscription: Frances Anne 1000. Inside, Frannie finds one thousand hand-painted and -carved puzzle pieces. She wonders if her father had a premonition of his death and finished her birthday present early. Feeling broken into pieces herself, Frannie slowly puts the puzzle together, bit by bit. But as she works, something remarkable begins to happen: She is catapulted into an ancient foreign landscape, a place suspended in time where she can discover her father as he was B.F.—before Frannie. Delia Ephron makes you laugh and makes you cry—often at the same time!

Fratriarchy: The Sibling Trauma and the Law of the Mother

by Juliet Mitchell

In Fratriarchy, Juliet Mitchell expands her ground-breaking theories on the sibling trauma and the Law of the Mother. Writing as a psychoanalytic practitioner, she shows what happens from the ground up when we use feminist questions to probe the psycho-social world and its lateral relations. In this pivotal text, Mitchell argues that the mother’s prohibition of her toddler attacking a new or expected sibling is a rite of passage from infancy to childhood: this is a foundational force structuring our later lateral relationships and social practices. Throughout the volume, Mitchell chooses the term 'Fratriarchy' to show that, as well as the up-down axis of fathers and sons, there is also the side-to-side interaction of sisters and brothers and their social heirs. Making use both critically and affirmatively of Freud, Klein, Winnicott, Bion, Pontalis and others, Fratriarchy indicates how the collective social world matches the individual family world examined by established psychoanalysis. Decades on from Mitchell’s work on psychoanalysis and feminism which argued that feminism needed psychoanalysis to understand the position of women, Fratriarchy now asks psychoanalysis to take on board the developing practices and theories of global feminism. This volume will be essential reading for analysts, psychotherapists, psychologists and anyone who wants to re-think the ubiquity of unconscious processes. It will also interest students and teachers of social theory, psychoanalysis, group analysis, gender studies and feminism.

Frauen verstehen für Dummies (Für Dummies)

by Andrea Bettermann

Für Sie sind Frauen einfach nur ein Rätsel und Sie suchen nach Erleuchtung? Oder sind Sie eine Frau und verstehen sich manchmal selbst nicht? In diesem Buch finden Sie umfassende Informationen zum Thema Frau:Andrea Bettermann spricht über Partnerschaft, Sexualität und Kommunikation und erklärt, warum Frauen manchmal für Männer unverständlich handeln und reagieren, welche besondere Bedeutung die beste Freundin hat, warum viele Frauen Shopping lieben und was Frauen an Männern mögen.

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