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Surviving Your Out-of-Control Teen: A Mom's Guide to Loving Your Child Through the Difficult Times While Keeping Your Sanity Intact
by Lisa Gay NicholsLisa Gay Nichols is the mom of a former difficult teen and learned the biggest lessons of her life, which she shares in Surviving Your Out-of-Control Teen. Lisa Gay Nichols is the mom of a former difficult teen. She went through hell and back with her son and learned the biggest lessons of her life, which she shares with moms of teenagers in Surviving Your Out-of-Control Teen. Within Surviving Your Out-of-Control Teen, moms learn:An easy technique that can disrupt the patterns in their relationship with their childThree beliefs that may stop them from turning things around Why it’s not just their teen that’s causing them misery and what they can do about it The steps they can take to reduce their stress and feel calmer no matter what What to do if they’re stuck trying to decide how to help their teen
The Survivor
by Gregg HurwitzA pulse-pounding thriller from the bestselling author of Richard & Judy Book Club selections, ORPHAN X and YOU'RE NEXT.From the eleventh storey of a Los Angeles high-rise, Nate looks out on the city - the traffic, the trees, the beach beyond. He breathes deeply. And then he moves one foot off the ledge and into thin air.But before he can jump, gunshots ring out from within the building. A robbery is in progress. And Nate, with nothing to lose but the life he was about to give up, decides to intervene.What happens next plunges Nate into mortal danger . . . and reunites him with the family he hasn't known for years - a family he will do anything to protect.Packed with twists and suspense, hurtling forward at relentless speed, The Survivor is a gripping, unforgettable story of sacrifice, redemption and heroism - a thriller to rival the very best of Linwood Barclay and Harlan Coben.
Survivor Girl
by Erin TeaganIn this funny, action-packed middle grade novel from the author of the American Girl Luciana books, Alison gets invited to be on her dad’s reality show, Survivor Guy, and faces important realities about her family, self-reliance, and learning to work together with friends. <P><P>12-year-old Ali adores her reality-show celebrity father, Survivor Guy, and hopes to follow in his footsteps. But when he invites her on location, Ali is sure she won’t survive one episode . . . until she learns the truth: The show isn't just her dad and a camera. It’s a huge crew and set, with stunt doubles! <P><P>When a wildfire strikes and Ali and two other kids miss the last rescue helicopter, suddenly, the fight for survival is real. Will she find the self-confidence she needs so they can work together and get out of the wilderness alive? <P><P>STEM themes and plot strands about body image and divorce are subtly woven into this page-turning tale.
The Survivors: Small Town. Dark Secrets . . .
by Jane HarperTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'You won't put this novel down until you've uncovered every last skeleton in the closet. I loved it ' Louise CandlishA body on a beach. Secrets that have been waiting to be uncovered for 12 years. And a family torn apart by guilt and trauma... Praise for The Survivors 'Once again Harper demonstrates how good she is at portraying the fear and menace that lurk in ordinary lives' Daily Mail 'Multi-layered, atmospheric and brilliantly written' Sun 'With The Survivors, Jane Harper proves she's unquestionably the real deal' Val McDermid'A new book by Harper is always an event' Sunday Times
The Survivors: 'I loved it' Louise Candlish
by Jane HarperTHE SUNDAY TIMES TOP TEN BESTSELLER'With The Survivors, Jane Harper proves she's unquestionably the real deal' Val McDermidA SUNDAY TIMES and TIMES Best Book of 2021'Jane Harper's superb new novel The Survivors exhibits all the qualities that make her such a compelling writer...Sure-footed, technically impeccable plotting and storytelling ensure the mystery holds until the final pages' Irish Times'You won't put this novel down until you've uncovered every last skeleton in the closet. I loved it ' Louise CandlishWithout doubt one of the finest crime writers at work today, a new Jane Harper novel is the highlight of my reading year. She has this knack of painting such beautiful scenes, only to thread them with such menace, such sheer atmospheric terror. Phenomenal' Chris Whitaker, author of We Begin At The EndKieran Elliott's life changed forever on a single day when a reckless mistake led to devastating consequences. The guilt that haunts him still resurfaces during a visit with his young family to the small coastal town he once called home. Kieran's parents are struggling in a community which is bound, for better or worse, to the sea that is both a lifeline and a threat. Between them all is his absent brother Finn.When a body is discovered on the beach, long-held secrets threaten to emerge in the murder investigation that follows. A sunken wreck, a missing girl, and questions that have never washed away...More praise for The Survivors: 'Brooding atmosphere and clever plotting' Good Housekeeping, This month's 10 books to read right now'Full of atmosphere and intrigue' Prima'Absolutely compelling' Jane Casey, author of Cruel ActsPraise for Jane Harper: 'Queen of outback noir' Sunday Times'Harper has a fine gift for making her readers comfortable in inhospitable territory - psychological as well as physical' Daily Telegraph'Powerful, intriguing and recommended . . . Harper is wonderful at evoking fear and unease' The Times
Survivors
by Jeff ProbstSequel to the New York Times bestseller STRANDED and TRIAL BY FIRE! As seen on The Today Show, Rachael Ray, and Kelly and Michael. From the Emmy-Award winning host of Survivor, Jeff Probst with Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life co-author Chris Tebbetts comes a brand new family adventure series! Eleven days down, and no end in sight. How long could YOU survive? It’s been days since Buzz, Vanessa, Carter and Jane were stranded on a deserted island in the middle of the South Pacific. Four kids left to fend for themselves. No adults. No supplies. They’ve managed to make fire and they’ve even found food. But they’ve just lost their only shelter, and quite possibly their one chance at being rescued. Now they’ll have to venture even deeper into the jungles of Nowhere Island just to stay alive. But the island holds secrets of a dark past. With danger lurking at every turn, they must rely on each other like never before it they are going to survive. .
The Survivors: A Novel
by Alex SchulmanINTERNATIONAL BEST SELLER • A gripping tour de force in which three estranged brothers return to the Swedish lakeside cottage where, more than two decades before, an unspeakable accident forever altered their family and changed the course of their lives. "Takes you deep into an emotional labyrinth [where] you'll cry for these brothers. For the men they became, for the boys they were, for the innocence they lost. Brilliant, haunting and unforgettable." —Fredrik Backman, author of A Man Called OveThere is Nils, the oldest, who couldn't escape his suffocating home soon enough, and Pierre, the youngest, easily bullied and quick to lash out. And then there is Benjamin, always the family's nerve center, perpetually on the lookout for triggers and trap doors in a volatile home where the children were left to fend for themselves, competing for their father's favor and their mother's elusive love.But as the years have unfolded, Benjamin has grown increasingly untethered from reality, frozen in place while life carries on around him. And among the brothers a dangerous current now vibrates. What really happened that summer day when everything was blown to pieces?In a thrillingly fast-paced narrative, The Survivors mixes the emotional acuity of Edward St. Aubyn, the literary verve of Ian McEwan, and the heart of Shuggie Bain. By brilliantly dissecting a mind unravelling in the wake of tragedy, Alex Schulman reveals the ways in which our deepest loyalties leave us open to the greatest betrayals.
The Survivors
by Alex SchulmanYears ago, they fled the lake house.Now, the brothers have returned. Three brothers return to the family cottage by the lake where, more than two decades earlier, a catastrophe changed the course of their lives. Now, they are here to scatter their mother's ashes - young men, estranged but bound together by the history that defines them. Their lives have been spent competing for their father's favour and their mother's love, in a household more like a minefield than a home. What really happened that summer day when everything was blown to pieces?The Survivors is a suspenseful, haunting novel about three brothers and their reckoning with the events of one disputed, disastrous summer.
The Survivors
by Alex SchulmanYears ago, they fled the lake house.Now, the brothers have returned. Three brothers return to the family cottage by the lake where, more than two decades earlier, a catastrophe changed the course of their lives. Now, they are here to scatter their mother's ashes - young men, estranged but bound together by the history that defines them. Their lives have been spent competing for their father's favour and their mother's love, in a household more like a minefield than a home. What really happened that summer day when everything was blown to pieces?The Survivors is a suspenseful, haunting novel about three brothers and their reckoning with the events of one disputed, disastrous summer.
The Survivors: A Novel
by Alex SchulmanIn the vein of The Dinner and Atonement, an instant international sensation sold in over 30 countries, in which three brothers confront the shattering childhood event that changed the course of their lives.In the wake their mother's death, three estranged brothers return to the lakeside cottage where, over two decades before, an unspeakable accident forever altered their family. There is Nils, the oldest, who couldn't escape his suffocating home soon enough, and Pierre, the youngest, easily bullied and quick to lash out. And then there is Benjamin, always the family's nerve centre, perpetually on the look-out for triggers and trap doors in a volatile home where the children were left to fend for themselves, competing for their father's favour and their mother's elusive love.But as the years have unfolded, Benjamin has grown increasingly untethered from reality, frozen in place while life carries on around him. And between the brothers, a dangerous current now vibrates. What really happened that summer day when everything was blown to pieces?In a thrillingly fast-paced narrative, The Survivors mixes the emotional acuity of Edward St. Aubyn, the literary verve of Ian McEwan and the heart of Shuggie Bain. By brilliantly dissecting a mind unravelling in the wake of tragedy, Alex Schulman reveals the ways in which our deepest loyalties leave us open to the greatest betrayals.
Survivors (Stranded #3)
by Christopher Tebbetts Jeff ProbstSequel to the New York Times bestseller STRANDED and TRIAL BY FIRE! As seen on The Today Show, Rachael Ray, and Kelly and Michael.From the Emmy-Award winning host of Survivor, Jeff Probst with Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life co-author Chris Tebbettscomes a fantastic family adventure series!Eleven days down, and no end in sight. How long could YOU survive?It's been days since Buzz, Vanessa, Carter and Jane were stranded on a deserted island in the middle of the South Pacific. Four kids left to fend for themselves. No adults. No supplies. They've managed to make fire and they've even found food. But they've just lost their only shelter, and quite possibly their one chance at being rescued. Now they'll have to venture even deeper into the jungles of Nowhere Island just to stay alive. But the island holds secrets of a dark past. With danger lurking at every turn, they must rely on each other like never before it they are going to survive.Books in the Stranded series:Stranded (Book 1)Trial By Fire (Book 2)Survivors (Book 3) Books in the companion series, Stranded, Shadow IslandForbidden Passage (Book 1)Sabotage (Book 2)Desperate Measures (Book 3, coming soon!)
Survivors
by Christopher Tebbetts Jeff ProbstSequel to the New York Times bestseller STRANDED and TRIAL BY FIRE! As seen on The Today Show, Rachael Ray, and Kelly and Michael.From the Emmy-Award winning host of Survivor, Jeff Probst with Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life co-author Chris Tebbettscomes a fantastic family adventure series!Eleven days down, and no end in sight. How long could YOU survive?It's been days since Buzz, Vanessa, Carter and Jane were stranded on a deserted island in the middle of the South Pacific. Four kids left to fend for themselves. No adults. No supplies. They've managed to make fire and they've even found food. But they've just lost their only shelter, and quite possibly their one chance at being rescued. Now they'll have to venture even deeper into the jungles of Nowhere Island just to stay alive. But the island holds secrets of a dark past. With danger lurking at every turn, they must rely on each other like never before it they are going to survive.Books in the original Stranded series:Stranded (Book 1)Trial By Fire (Book 2)Survivors (Book 3) Books in the Stranded, Shadow Island seriesForbidden Passage (Book 4)Sabotage (Book 5)Desperate Measures (Book 6) From the Trade Paperback edition.
Survivors in the Frozen North (Rigby PM Plus Non Fiction Ruby (Levels 27-28), Fountas & Pinnell Select Collections Grade 3 Level Q)
by Beverley Randell Julian BruereThis story is based on the factual behaviour of polar bears in the Arctic region. The three chapters describe how two cubs, at three months, six months and two years, survive the freezing conditions of the North Pole.
Survivre à la parentalité
by Karen RouillardCe livre est un guide pour les futurs parents ou ceux qui ont déjà des enfants. Il vous donne des conseils utiles sur la façon de traverser les grands moments et le quotidien. Être parent est la chose la plus merveilleuse que vous puissiez faire, mais nous avons tous besoin d'aide en cours de route.
Sus Libros Cristianos Favoritos
by Bernard LevineSus Libros Cristianos Favoritos Escritos Por Bernard Levine TRES LIBROS EN UNO “Porqué Dejé La Religión Judía Para Seguir A Jesucristo” “Archivos Confidenciales Judíos Nunca Antes Publicados” “Siempre se debe "Agradecer" a Jesucristo”
Suspect
by Kristin Wolden NitzAs the family gathers at her grandmother's bed-and-breakfast for a murder mystery weekend, seventeen-year-old Jen confronts her ambivalent feelings about her mother, who disappeared fourteen years earlier, and about the possibility that she might be dead.
The Suspect (Joseph O'Loughlin #1)
by Michael RobothamA new edition of the novel that marked the debut of one of contemporary suspense fiction's most compelling heroes: "A gripping first novel...taut and fast-moving." --Washington PostRenowned psychologist Joseph O'Loughlin has it all--a thriving practice, a devoted, beautiful, fiercely intelligent wife, and a lovely young daughter. But when he's diagnosed with Parkinson's, O'Loughlin begins to dread the way his exceptional mind has been shackled to a failing body, and the cracks in his perfect existence start to show.At first, O'Loughlin is delighted to be called in to a high-profile murder investigation, hoping his extraordinary abilities at perception will help bring a killer to justice. But when O'Loughlin recognizes the victim as one of his former patients, an emotionally disturbed young woman who nearly brought ruin upon him, O'Loughlin hesitates-a fateful decision that soon places O'Loughlin at the top of the lists of both a bullish detective, and a diabolical killer
The Suspect: The white-knuckle thriller behind the ITV series (Joseph O'Loughlin #1)
by Michael RobothamThe first book in the Joseph O'Loughlin series, from the multi-million-copy bestselling author. Don't miss Michael Robotham's new thriller When She Was Good, out now.Liar, liar...Joseph O'Loughlin appears to have the perfect life - a beautiful wife, a loving daughter and a successful career as a clinical psychologist. But nothing can be taken for granted. Even the most flawless existence is only a loose thread away from unravelling. All it takes is a murdered girl, a troubled young patient and the biggest lie of his life. Caught in a complex web of deceit and haunted by images of the slain girl, he embarks upon a search that will take him from London to Liverpool and into the darkest recesses of the human mind. Ultimately, he will risk everything to unmask the killer and save his family.Praise for Michael Robotham's thrillers:'I love this guy's books' Lee Child'Will have you turning the pages compulsively' The Times'An absolute master' Stephen King'He writes in a voice with a haunting sense of soul' Peter James'Heart-stopping and heart-breaking' Val McDermid'The real deal' David Baldacci'Superbly exciting . . . a terrific read' Guardian
The Suspect: The white-knuckle thriller behind the ITV series (Joe O'Loughlin #1)
by Michael RobothamThe first book in the Joe O'Loughlin series, from the multi-million-copy bestselling author. NOW A MAJOR ITV DRAMA STARRING AIDAN TURNER.Liar, liar . . .Joe O'Loughlin appears to have the perfect life - a beautiful wife, a loving daughter and a successful career as a clinical psychologist. But nothing can be taken for granted. Even the most flawless existence is only a loose thread away from unravelling. All it takes is a murdered girl, a troubled young patient and the biggest lie of his life. Caught in a complex web of deceit and haunted by images of the slain girl, he embarks upon a search that will take him from London to Liverpool and into the darkest recesses of the human mind. Ultimately, he will risk everything to unmask the killer and save his family.Don't miss the #1 bestseller's new thriller When You Are Mine, out now.Praise for Michael Robotham's thrillers:'I love this guy's books' Lee Child'Will have you turning the pages compulsively' The Times'An absolute master' Stephen King'He writes in a voice with a haunting sense of soul' Peter James'Heart-stopping and heart-breaking' Val McDermid'The real deal' David Baldacci'Superbly exciting . . . a terrific read' Guardian
Suspended Sentence: A Memoir
by Janice MorganWhen Janice Morgan, a divorced college professor living in a small town in Kentucky, learns that her son has been arrested for possession of a stolen firearm and drug charges, she feels like she&’s living a nightmare. Dylan&’s turbulent period as a college student in Cincinnati before this should have warned her, but it&’s only now that she realizes how far he has drifted into substance abuse and addiction. As Dylan passes through the judicial system and eventually receives a diversion to drug court, Morgan breathes a sigh of relief—only to find that she, too, has been sentenced right along with him. In the months to follow, she leads a double life: part of it on campus, the rest embarking upon what she calls &“rescue missions&” to help Dylan stay in the program. But resilience, dark humor, and extreme parenting can only carry you so far. Eventually, Morgan discovers that she needs to gain a deeper understanding of the bipolar and addiction issues her son is dealing with. Will each of them be able to learn fast enough to face these complexities in their lives? Clearly, Dylan isn&’t the only one who has recovery work to do.
The Suspense Boxset: A collection of four bestselling novels
by Patricia DixonWomen confront lies, secrets, and threats, in these four gripping psychological novels from a British master of suspense! This collection of four novels from acclaimed author Patricia Dixon includes:The Other Woman Rowan&’s days of being the other woman and waiting patiently for Alex are almost over. He&’s left his wife, and Rowan is finally within touching distance of her happy ever after. But when Alex is involved in a terrible accident, facts begin to emerge that cast doubt on everything. And soon, Rowan&’s own family is in grave danger, in this turbulent psychological suspense spanning from England to coastal France.Over My Shoulder When Freya meets Kane, he charms her off her feet and whisks her away into his lavish life. Falling in love with him is a dream come true. But as time goes by, his subtle manipulations escalate into something far worse in this &“addictive and intriguing&” thriller (Linda Huber, bestselling author of Baby Dear).#MeToo Inspired by true events. When Billie receives a desperate letter from the man she loves, convicted of a crime he swears he didn&’t commit, she teams up with a private detective to find evidence that would set him free. Meanwhile, his accuser struggles to cope after an ordeal that&’s left her traumatized and isolated, and Billie&’s faith in his innocence is beginning to waver. There may be two sides to every story, but there&’s only one truth . . .Blame After a killer is released from prison, a new spate of murders rocks the small village of Elkdale. It seems that Frankie, a woman who&’s worked hard to escape the memory of the one night that changed her life forever, is being targeted for revenge—but who is blaming her, and why? &“An excellent piece of psychological fiction.&” —Book Rant Reviews
Suspicion
by Alexandra Monir"Take The Princess Diaries and add magic, murder and mystery, and you've got SUSPICION. A delightful read!"--Amy Plum, author of the of the international bestselling Die For Me series "If Alfred Hitchcock had directed Downton Abbey, the result would have been this book. Alexandra Monir takes us on a gripping, nonstop thrill ride with just the right amount of supernatural and an ending that you definitely won't suspect. I devoured it in one sitting."--Jessica Brody, bestselling author of the Unremembered trilogy"There's something hidden in the maze." Seventeen-year-old Imogen Rockford has never forgotten the last words her father said to her, before the blazing fire that consumed him, her mother, and the gardens of her family's English country manor. For seven years, images of her parents' death have haunted Imogen's dreams. In an effort to escape the past, she leaves Rockford Manor and moves to New York City with her new guardians. But some attachments prove impossible to shake--including her love for her handsome neighbor Sebastian Stanhope. Then a life-altering letter arrives that forces Imogen to return to the manor in England, where she quickly learns that dark secrets lurk behind Rockford's aristocratic exterior. At their center is Imogen herself--and Sebastian, the boy she never stopped loving.Combining spine-tingling mystery, romance, and unforgettable characters, Suspicion is an action-packed thrill ride."Intensely dramatic, fast-paced, and twisty, Monir's mystery ticks every gothic suspense box. The combination of paranormal elements with a star-crossed romance between almost-royals should keep readers rapt."--BooklistPraise for Alexandra Monir's Timeless and Timekeeper "Fun read filled with romantic suspense and mystery." -USA TODAY's Happy Ever After Book Blog Pick "Your new fave novel."--Teen.com "A haunting, mysterious dream; a book you don't want to miss!" -Colleen Houck, New York Times-bestselling author of the Tiger's Curse series "Monir has crafted an intriguing time-travel fantasy that will be an easy sell to romance fans." -Booklist "Like music for your heart." -Justine Magazine "Alexandra Monir is a damn good writer--and that is the best way to say it."--Open Book Society "Timeless will break your heart, take your breath away, and give you hope."--The Compulsive Reader "Alexandra Monir has created something truly special."--Reading Lark "Youngsters intrigued by time travel will revel in Michele's adventures into the past, while her amorous trysts with Philip will appeal to romance fans." --School Library Journal "You will fall madly in love with the romance between Philip and Michele." --Bookpleasures "Between the time-travel mystery, the love story, and the gorgeous descriptions of New York mansions both now and in the past, I wanted to eat this book with a spoon." -Karen McCullah, screenwriter of the hit movie Legally Blonde "Timeless is going down as one of my favorite reads!" --Confessions of a Book Addict From the Hardcover edition.
Sustainability, Midwifery and Birth
by Lorna DaviesEnvironmental awareness and sustainability are vitally important concepts in the twenty first century and, as a low environmental impact healthcare profession, midwifery has the potential to stand as a model of excellence. This innovative volume promotes a sustainable approach to midwifery practice, philosophy, business administration and resource management. Drawing on an interdisciplinary body of knowledge, this international collection of experts explores the challenges, inviting readers to critically reflect on the issues and consider how they could move to effect changes within their own working environments. Divided into three parts, the book discusses: The politics of midwifery and sustainability Midwifery as a sustainable healthcare practice Supporting an ecological approach to parenting. Sustainability, Midwifery and Birth identifies existing models of sustainable midwifery practice, such as the continuity of care model, and highlights the potential for midwifery as a role model for ecologically sound health care provision. This unique book is a vital read for all midwives and midwifery students interested in sustainable practice. Contributors include: Sally Baddock, Carol Bartle, Ruth Deery, Nadine Pilley Edwards, Ina May Gaskin, Megan Gibbons, Carolyn Hastie, Mary Kensington, Mavis Kirkham, Nicky Leap, Ruth Martis, Zoë Meleo-Erwin, Jenny Meyer, Jo Murphy-Lawless, Mary Nolan, Sally Pairman and Sally Tracy.
Sustainability, Midwifery and Birth
by Lorna DaviesThis new edition outlines how sustainability can be incorporated into midwifery practice, education and research. It has been thoroughly revised to include new models of sustainable midwifery practice and new chapters on rural midwives and rural communities, social justice, and compassion. Environmental awareness and sustainability are vitally important concepts and, as a low environmental impact healthcare profession, midwifery has the potential to stand as a model of excellence. This international collection of experts explores the challenges, inviting readers to critically reflect on the issues and consider how they could move to effect changes within their own working environments. Divided into three parts, the book discusses: The politics of midwifery and sustainability Midwifery as a sustainable healthcare practice Supporting an ecological approach to parenting. Sustainability, Midwifery and Birth is a vital read for all midwives and midwifery students interested in sustainable practice.
Sustainable Play: 60+ cardboard crafts and games for an earth-kind home
by Sydney Piercey'I adore Sydney's approach to play... good for our planet, and good for our souls too.' - Daisy Upton, author of Five Minute Mum'For some serious playtime inspiration follow Sydney Piercey. She does it with zero fuss or show off. She is just brilliant'. -Clover StroudParenting blogger and mother-of-three, Sydney Piercey, gained traction online with her environmentally friendly DIY toys made entirely out of cardboard.Filled with 60+ creative, accessible and plastic-free projects and play ideas, Sustainable Play is packed with crafts and games to enjoy with your children on slow, rainy or drawbridge days at home. Sydney provides you with budget-friendly, easy-to-follow ideas to play and create in this handbook, inspired by her family's love of the simple things. From step-by-step projects to create magical toys from your leftover cereal boxes to joy-filled games using everyday objects from around your home, Sustainable Play will equip you with the inspiration you need to entertain your children in a creative, stimulating and sustainable way - being kind to the planet in the process.