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Kat's Fall
by Shelley HrdlitschkaDarcy's mother is getting out of jail. Ten years ago Darcy's mom was convicted of throwing Darcy's baby sister off a fifth-floor balcony. Kat survived, but Darcy has spent the last decade raising his sister, giving her the love and support she has been denied by an absent mother and an uncaring father. Now, with their mother about to be released, their father has decided he has had enough of parental responsibility and is determined to return the children to their mother's care. Darcy is horrified, and adamant that he will not subject his sister to the woman who once tried to murder her. Struggling to understand and control the anger and resentment that has consumed him, Darcy is forced to confront his feelings and engage with the outside world. With newfound friendships and the unflagging support of his teacher, Darcy is able to understand some of the pain of the past and accept that he cannot control everything. As he grudgingly re-establishes ties with the mother he thinks he hates, he is accused of a horrific act. It will take incredible strength—his own and others—to fight the charges, but he finds that truth is often an elusive concept and that trust—and love—are powerful allies.
Kat's Promise
by Bonnie ShimkoKat is just twelve years old when her mother dies, and she has no choice but to move in with her wealthy aunt Paulina--the very person who Kat believes caused her mother's death. Kat's aunt is even crueler than she'd imagined, and the old family house is brimming with secrets and mysteries. Although she daydreams about slipping poison into her aunt's cocktails, all Kat can really do is make a promise to herself. It is a promise that keeps her going, even through her darkest days. And slowly she finds other little specks of hope: an unlikely friend named Beamer, a new teacher who loves books as much as Kat does, and maybe even a family where she least expects to find one. With an exceptional and haunting voice, Bonnie Shimko has created a character who is both wise beyond her years and painfully vulnerable. Kat is one girl readers will never, ever forget. Letters In The Attic, Another book by Bonnie Shimko, about the complications, ups and downs and strong feelings experienced by a young girl growing up is also in the Bookshare collection.
Kat's Surrender
by Theresa Martin GoldingThirteen year old Kat O’Connor has recently lost her mother to cancer. Deeply hurt that no one truly understands, she struggles to resume a normal life. Kat finds some escape in her friendship with the General, a mentally unstable, homeless man, but must sort through the prejudices others have toward him, including those of her own father. Then comes the day when Kat witnesses a hit-and-run accident. That moment triggers a series of events that will test whether Kat can put aside her grief or crumble under its weight.
Katalin Street
by Len Rix Magda SzaboFrom the author of The Door, selected as one of the New York Times "10 Best Books of 2015," this is a heartwrenching tale about a group of friends and lovers torn apart by the German occupation of Budapest during World War II.In prewar Budapest three families live side by side on gracious Katalin Street, their lives closely intertwined. A game is played by the four children in which Bálint, the promising son of the Major, invariably chooses Irén Elekes, the headmaster’s dutiful elder daughter, over her younger sister, the scatterbrained Blanka, and little Henriette Held, the daughter of the Jewish dentist.Their lives are torn apart in 1944 by the German occupation, which only the Elekes family survives intact. The postwar regime relocates them to a cramped Soviet-style apartment and they struggle to come to terms with social and political change, personal loss, and unstated feelings of guilt over the deportation of the Held parents and the death of little Henriette, who had been left in their protection. But the girl survives in a miasmal afterlife, and reappears at key moments as a mute witness to the inescapable power of past events.As in The Door and Iza’s Ballad, Magda Szabó conducts a clear-eyed investigation into the ways in which we inflict suffering on those we love. Katalin Street, which won the 2007 Prix Cévennes for Best European novel, is a poignant, somber, at times harrowing book, but beautifully conceived and truly unforgettable.
Katarina
by Kathryn WinterForced to live a lie... It is 1942, and eight-year-old Katarina's carefree life in Slovakia is about to change. Jews are being rounded up, and Katarina and her aunt Lena and uncle Teo are in danger. Katarina does not understand why she is considered Jewish since her family has never been observant, but she trusts her beloved aunt to keep her safe. Frustrated and scared, Katarina is forced to hide in a peasant household. The weeks turn into months, and Katarina waits anxiously for her aunt to come for her. Because of Katarina's red hair, she is distrusted by the superstitious villagers, and when her Judaism is discovered, she is asked to leave. Katarina wanders alone from village to village, constantly at risk because of the persecution of Jews in her country, and confused by the threat that hangs over her. Throughout her plight, Katarina's spirit is maintained by a fierce belief that everything and everyone she once loved will await her at the end of the war.
Kate Gosselin's Love is in the Mix: Making Meals into Memories with Family-friendly Recipes, Tips, and Traditions
by Kate GosselinAs the well-known mom to eight growing--and hungry--kids, Kate Gosselin knows her way around the kitchen, bestowing her passion for cooking onto her brood of budding chefs. In Love Is in the Mix, Kate shares the Gosselin family's favorite recipes for every day and entertaining, a very important ingredient when creating special family time. With bold four-color photos of the food and the family, plus amusing anecdotes of holidays and traditions, Love Is in the Mix offers a repertoire of recipes for any home chef, from crowd-pleasing appetizers to decadent desserts, from lazy weekend breakfasts to speedy weeknight suppers, plus company-worthy dishes you can serve without a hassle--or leftovers. From sweet and savory to spicy and saucy, these recipes will become regulars in your kitchen rotation, with guaranteed favorites including: Pork Chops with Sauteed Apples, Mommy-Style Chili, Very Sloppy "Joels," Summer Stir-Fry, Mom's Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, Leah's Favorite Spaghetti Sauce, Swedish Meatballs, Kate's Sausage Cacciatore, Healthy Eggplant Parmesan, Pizza Meatballs, Collin's Thomas Hummus, Cara and Mady's Crock Pot Pulled Pork, Savory Chicken Corn Soup, Kate's Famous K8 Salad, Gosselin's Chocolate Birthday Cake, Autumn Apple Pie with Crumb Topping, Aunt Helen's Lemon Squares, Blueberry Crisp, Holiday Pineapple Casserole, Kate's Basic Bread (Maker) Recipe, Spicy Sausage Bean Bake, School Morning Brown Sugar Oatmeal Cereal, Buffalo Pretzels, and Edible Dough for Play. Kate Gosselin's Love is in the Mix will help busy moms and dads put delicious meals on the table while making lasting memories.
Kate's Story (The Hopkins Family Saga, Book 2): A heartrending tale of northern family life
by Billy HopkinsOne woman's battles in family, war and tragedy... Kate's Story is one of Billy Hopkins' most heart-warming works to date, and charts the story of his mother Kate, and her determined, spirited battle to rise above the slums and the workhouse, and build a better life for herself and her family. Perfect for fans of Harry Bowling and Sheila Newberry.'Author Billy Hopkins... [infuses] the pages with his trademark warmth, laughter and triumph over adversity' - Cheshire Life'Dad, it's the happiest day of my life,' Kate said. 'I wish time would stand still and it could be today forever.' It's June 1897, and Kate is celebrating her eleventh birthday on the day of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. Kate's joy is short-lived, as tragedy strikes, threatening her family with the loss of all they hold dear. Before long they are evicted from their home in Ancoats, Manchester, and with no wages coming in and a mother unable to cope, Kate has to grow up fast. Her deepest desire is to keep her brothers and sisters together. A journey of hope and heartache takes Kate from the hardships of the workhouse to the dubious comforts of a position in service to the rich; from the joys of marriage to a good man, to the sorrows and losses suffered during the Great War.What readers are saying about Kate's Story: 'Another masterpiece - couldn't put it down' 'Billy Hopkins leads the reader into the very heart of the family where we laugh, cry and hope all at the same time''I honestly and truly believe this book to be Billy Hopkins' abiding masterpiece'
Kate's Story: A heartrending tale of northern family life (Hopkins Family Saga #2)
by Billy HopkinsOne woman's battles in family, war and tragedy... Kate's Story is one of Billy Hopkins' most heart-warming works to date, and charts the story of his mother Kate, and her determined, spirited battle to rise above the slums and the workhouse, and build a better life for herself and her family. Perfect for fans of Harry Bowling and Sheila Newberry.'Author Billy Hopkins... [infuses] the pages with his trademark warmth, laughter and triumph over adversity' - Cheshire Life'Dad, it's the happiest day of my life,' Kate said. 'I wish time would stand still and it could be today forever.' It's June 1897, and Kate is celebrating her eleventh birthday on the day of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. Kate's joy is short-lived, as tragedy strikes, threatening her family with the loss of all they hold dear. Before long they are evicted from their home in Ancoats, Manchester, and with no wages coming in and a mother unable to cope, Kate has to grow up fast. Her deepest desire is to keep her brothers and sisters together. A journey of hope and heartache takes Kate from the hardships of the workhouse to the dubious comforts of a position in service to the rich; from the joys of marriage to a good man, to the sorrows and losses suffered during the Great War. What readers are saying about Kate's Story: 'Another masterpiece - couldn't put it down' 'Billy Hopkins leads the reader into the very heart of the family where we laugh, cry and hope all at the same time''I honestly and truly believe this book to be Billy Hopkins' abiding masterpiece'
Kate's Vow & His Amish Sweetheart (Vows #4)
by Sherryl Woods Jo Ann BrownBESTSELLING AUTHOR COLLECTIONReader-favorite romances in collectible volumes from our bestselling authors.Kate's Vow by #1 New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods After the death of his wife, designer David Winthrop throws himself into his work as a distraction, but worries he's hurting his young son at the same time. His fears are confirmed when the ten-year-old seeks help from Kate Newton, a top divorce attorney, wanting to separate from his father. Kate's work doesn't usually allow her to connect families in this way, so she agrees to help the Winthrops. Soon, she finds herself drawn to the young boy—and warming up to his father, too. Though David bristles at the idea of a stranger getting involved in his family matters, some serious thinking could open his heart to love once again. FREE STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME!His Amish Sweetheart by Jo Ann Brown Nathaniel Zook returns to his Amish community of Paradise Springs after inheriting his grandparents' alpaca farm—but knows nothing of the furry creatures. Only one person can teach him what he needs to know to save his family's homestead: his childhood best friend, Esther Stoltzfus. The pretty schoolteacher is reluctant, but surely a learning opportunity for her students won't cause any harm?
Kate's War: A Novel
by Linda Stewart HenleyTwenty-year-old Kate is poised to launch into a long-anticipated life of independence when Britain declares war in 1939. After that announcement, her dream of escaping the London suburb she grew up in and pursuing a singing career is quashed: she must stay put with her family and prepare for bombing and possible invasion by Germany.Living in these anxious times, Kate strives to achieve balance in her life, though a speech disability interferes with her singing and a failed romance adds to her distress. But when a young Jewish girl whose parents have been deported comes to her for help, Kate&’s goals change. Taking on a responsibility she never could have imagined, she learns that freedom and survival cannot be taken for granted—and as new responsibilities outweigh earlier goals, she learns that assisting others to escape unspeakable evil requires new perspective, as well as courage she didn&’t know she had.
Katerina's Wish
by Jeannie Mobley<P>Katerina has a dream. It's her papa's dream, too. Her family came to America to buy their own farm. But a year later, Papa is still working in the dangerous coal mine. Each day, the farm seems farther away. <P>Then Katerina is reminded of the carp that granted three wishes in an old folktale. When her younger sisters hear the story, they immediately make wishes. Trina doesn't believe in such silliness--but what is she to think when her sisters' wishes come true? <P>A farm is still too big to wish for. But, with the help of the neighbor's handsome son, Trina starts building her dream with hard work and good sense. Then tragedy strikes, and it seems that nothing Trina wishes for will ever come true again. <P>With warmth and gentle humor, Jeannie Mobley tells the story of a girl whose determination is as inspiring as her dreams.
Kathy Chooses
by Joy CarlsonHaving been groomed by her father, Kathy was always in some type of sexual relationship. She had already had two abortions, one by a rape which occurred in high school, and the other when a boyfriend left her. Her new live-in boyfriend, Doug, had said he wanted children. Yet, when Kathy became pregnant, he told her to get an abortion. “Get an abortion,” he said, “Women do it all the time.”Kathy had seen the results of the second abortion and it affected her deeply. How could she do that again? They say it is the woman’s choice. With Doug pressuring her to have an abortion, could she make her own choice? What would Kathy choose?
Katia's Promise
by Catherine LaniganThe past is a risky place to visit As a top insurance agent in Chicago, Katia Stanislaus isn't just used to pressure; she thrives on it. When she finds out her firm's future is at stake, she's the first to dream up a solution: relocate to Indian Lake and land the town's reclusive millionaire as a client. Austin McCreary might be the sweetheart she left brokenhearted when they were teens, but she can't let her feelings-or his-get in the way of her career. If she can just convince him to listen to her explanation, and her pitch, he'll see this is the deal of a lifetime. But that would involve talking, and he won't even take her calls! How ridiculous. Because this is strictly business...isn't it?
Katie Can
by Becky Bring McdanielAlthough she is too small to roller-skate backwards or ride a bike with no hands, Katie surprises her older brother and sister when she teaches their dog a new trick.
Katie Couldn't (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Blue #Level F)
by Lois Axeman Becky McDanielRookie Readers RM have provided entertaining, high-quality introductions to reading for more than a generation. Each title features full-color, often hilarious illustrations and engaging stories that always involve a young child figuring out concepts or solving problems on his or her own. Every new title contains a Word List and a color-coded reading-level key on the back cover.
Katie Cox Goes Viral
by Marianne LevyEverybody's watching Katie Cox...Katie Cox is used to going unnoticed, by her mom, her dad, even her best friend. But when a video of her singing in her bedroom goes viral, she becomes a superstar overnight. As the views skyrocket and a recording contract beckons, the real world starts to feel very far away.It isn't long before Katie starts riding high on her newfound fame. But the higher she goes, the further there is to fall...
Katie Cox vs. the Boy Band
by Marianne LevyKatie is going to have to face the music...Katie Cox (overnight singing sensation and owner of the World's Worst Bangs) never meant to become a pop star. And she didn't mean to start a war with Karamel (aka the World's Cheesiest Boy Band). Now her first concert is just days away. Cool? Maybe. Terrifying? Definitely. And with her school friends more interested in her fame than her feelings, and an army of Karamel fans ready to take her down, this battle goes way beyond the charts.
Katie Just Desserts: Just Desserts (Cupcake Diaries #29)
by Coco SimonKatie finally meets her father in the latest addition to the Cupcake Diaries series.Katie hasn't seen her father since she was a baby. After so many years apart, her father is trying to make the reunion a happy one, but Katie has a lot of unresolved feelings--and questions. At the same time Katie is trying to come to grips with her biological dad, her mom's boyfriend tells Katie a secret--he's going to propose to her mom! Will Katie be able to handle all of the big changes in her life?
Katie Sprinkles & Surprises
by Coco SimonThe Cupcake Club comes to Katie's defense when a surprise at school leads to unfair gossip.When Katie's mom says it's time for Katie to meet her new boyfriend, Katie is excited and nervous. She thinks she's prepared, but she's shocked instead. Her mom's boyfriend is Jeff Green--as in Mr. Green, a math teacher in her grade! Katie tries to act as normal as possible, but when mean girl Olivia finds out, she tells everyone that Katie is getting special treatment because her mom is dating a teacher. How can Katie stop Olivia and deal with all the new events in her life? It's the Cupcake Club to the rescue, as Katie's friends come to her defense, including an unexpected ally.
Katie Sprinkles and Surprises (Cupcake Diaries)
by Coco SimonThe Cupcake Club comes to Katie's defense when a surprise at school leads to unfair gossip. When Katie's mom says it's time for Katie to meet her new boyfriend, Katie is excited and nervous. She thinks she's prepared, but she's shocked instead. Her mom's boyfriend is Jeff Green-as in Mr. Green, a math teacher in her grade! Katie tries to act as normal as possible, but when mean girl Olivia finds out, she tells everyone that Katie is getting special treatment because her mom is dating a teacher. How can Katie stop Olivia and deal with all the new events in her life? It's the Cupcake Club to the rescue, as Katie's friends come to her defense, including an unexpected ally.
Katie in Scotland (Katie)
by James MayhewDiscover the sights of Scotland with this classic Katie picture book.With so much to see and do in Scotland, it's lucky that Katie, Jack and Grandma have a very special guide to show them the best spots. Join their fun-packed tour - with Nessie, the Loch Ness Monster! Landmarks featured include Glasgow's Kelingrove Park, Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood, The Royal Mile, Scotland's National Gallery and Greyfriar's Bobby.'A delightful tale with superb illustrations' - The Scots Magazine
Kawaii Sweet World Cookbook: 75 Yummy Recipes for Baking That's (Almost) Too Cute to Eat
by Rachel FongA YouTube star teaches you to bake ridiculously cute, Japanese-style treats, with 75 brand-new, easy-to-follow recipes for totally original and delicious cakes, candies, cookies, cupcakes, and more. “A delightful debut cookbook.”—Publishers Weekly Kawaii means “cute” in Japanese, and cuteness is the main ingredient in these sweets. In Kawaii Sweet World, YouTube sensation Rachel Fong teaches you how to bake super-easy treats that are just as fun to make as they are to eat. Whether you’re a cookie rookie or a piping pro, you’ll find tips on all the basics, from whipping up the best buttercream to using a turntable to decorate—but this is no ordinary baking book. Why have a plain layer cake when you could have a cuddly corgi cake? These seventy-five utterly unique recipes include chocolate cupcakes that transform into snuggly koalas, cake pops that are twinkly-eyed narwhals, lemon cookies that turn into emojis, and cream puffs that become little pink pigs. With Kawaii Sweet World cookbook, the fun is baked right in.
Kay's Lucky Coin Variety
by Ann Y. ChoiA bittersweet coming-of-age debut novel set in the Korean community in Toronto in the 1980s.This haunting coming-of-age story, told through the eyes of a rebellious young girl, vividly captures the struggles of families caught between two cultures in the 1980s. Family secrets, a lost sister, forbidden loves, domestic assaults--Mary discovers as she grows up that life is much more complicated than she had ever imagined. Her secret passion for her English teacher is filled with problems and with the arrival of a promising Korean suitor, Joon-Ho, events escalate in ways that she could never have imagined, catching the entire family in a web of deceit and violence. A unique and imaginative debut novel, Kay's Lucky Coin Variety evocatively portrays the life of a young Korean Canadian girl who will not give up on her dreams or her family.
Kay's Story, 1934
by Adele WhitbyIn this stunning conclusion to the Chatswood family's story, the first story arc of the Secrets of the Manor series, a mysterious benefactor helps the Vandermeers during the Great Depression--and readers finally discover the family's biggest secret!The Great Depression is raging across America and even the Vandermeers have fallen on hard times. In an attempt to stay afloat, Kay and her parents have started living in the guest cottage and getting Vandermeer Manor ready for renters. Money starts coming in when a mysterious man purchases some family heirlooms, but questions are raised when it comes to light that the wealthy benefactor has knowingly paid more money for the heirlooms than they are actually worth. Who is he, why does he want to help the Vandermeers, and what does he want in return? In this sixth installment of Secrets of the Manor, the biggest family secret will finally be revealed--a secret that's been hidden away for eighty years. Have you followed the trail of clues that were sprinkled throughout the first five books? Discover the truth in this thrilling conclusion to the first arc of this fascinating historical fiction series! And don't miss the next books in the Secrets of the Manor series coming in Summer 2015--featuring a new family with its own set of intriguing secrets!
Kaya Shows the Way: A Sister Story (American Girls #5)
by Janet ShawSUMMERTIME MEANS salmon fishing at thundering Celilo Falls-and horse racing, games, parades, feasting, and dancing, too! Kaya loves to join in the fun, but she's also got something serious on her mind: searching for her lost sister, Speaking Rain. <P><P>Thousands of Indian families and friends gather at Celilo Falls each summer, and Kaya hopes that someone may have word of her sister. Kaya's older sister, Brown Deer, is on her mind, too. Brown Deer will soon marry Cut Cheek, a thought that makes Kaya both glad and sad. She lost one sister when she had to leave Speaking Rain with the enemies. Now will she lose Brown Deer?