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Vegas Girls: A Novel
by Heather SkylerFor Fans of Julia Glass and Ann Hood, a Novel about How the Choices We Make Last a LifetimeVegas Girls begins when three former high school friends, now in their mid-thirties, reunite in their hometown of Las Vegas-a city they vowed to escape as soon as they could-to celebrate their new lives and revisit old haunts. But what starts out as a week-long, sun-kissed reunion takes a strange turn as mysterious gifts appear, familiar faces pop up in unexpected places, and each woman reveals a secret, private quest.Ramona is searching for a son she gave up for adoption before their high-school graduation. Jane is trying to leave her husband of eleven years, even with her two kids in tow. And Ivy, who has a new baby, is haunted by the memory of her mother abandoning her twenty years ago-and she has begun spotting her everywhere. Add to this a darkly charismatic ex-boyfriend of Ivy’s who won’t give up hope of rekindling their romance, and a strange, new friend of Jane’s in need of help, and the week quickly begins to unravel.Set against desert heat, swimming pools, and casino lights, and told masterfully through five different points of view, Vegas Girls is about how we navigate the present while carrying the ghosts of our past; about growing up with one eye glued to the rearview mirror; and about what happens when the past you thought you left behind turns out to have been with you all along.
Vegas Heat (Vegas #2)
by Fern Michaels&“A fascinating family saga&” continues as the Thornton dynasty&’s fortunes rise and fall—from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Vegas Rich (Romantic Times). Vegas Heat is the story of the Thornton empire . . . of Fanny Thornton, who takes over Babylon, the family&’s magnificent Las Vegas casino, when her ex-husband Ash falls desperately ill . . . of Fanny&’s twin sons, Sage and Birch, one content in his conventional life, while the other&’s search for happiness leads to tragedy—and renewed hope . . . of Fanny&’s daughter Sunny, betrayed by her husband, fighting a battle no woman should ever have to face . . . of her daughter Billie, whose devotion to the Thorntons&’ children&’s clothing empire has kept her from finding love. It is also the story of Fanny&’s relationship with enigmatic businessman Marcus Reed—and the poignant, powerful quest for acceptance that drives the members of these two unforgettable families . . . Praise for Vegas Rich &“[A] sweeping family saga reminiscent of her Texas series.&” —Booklist &“If history doesn&’t lie, Michaels won&’t disappoint her fans.&” —Kirkus Reviews &“Her characters are well constructed.&” —Publishers Weekly
Vegas Rich (Vegas #1)
by Fern MichaelsWhat happens in Vegas stays in the family. Two dynasties merge in this trilogy debut from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Texas series. When Sallie Coleman abandons Texas to follow her dreams in Las Vegas, she never imagines she&’ll win so soon—and so big. But a stroke of luck makes her the richest, most powerful businesswoman in Nevada, and in no time at all her transformation is complete—when she marries Philip Thornton and becomes Vegas&’s most elegant first lady. Like her future mother-in-law before her, Pennsylvania beauty Fanny Logan makes her fortune in Vegas, building one of the city&’s most successful clothing empires. Her wedding to Ash Thornton, the visionary behind the magnificent Babylon casino, is like a happy ending to their fairytale lives. But Ash&’s greatest triumph may be his ultimate downfall . . . &“[A] sweeping family saga reminiscent of her Texas series.&” —Booklist &“Through it all, Sallie remains a matriarch to be reckoned with, but her twin grandsons, Sage and Birch, appear to be the future of Vegas . . . for better or worse . . . if history doesn&’t lie, Michaels won&’t disappoint her fans.&” —Kirkus Reviews &“Her characters are well constructed.&” —Publishers Weekly
Vegas Sunrise (Vegas #3)
by Fern Michaels&“A jam-packed finale&” in the trilogy that follows the powerful legacy of the Thornton family from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Vegas Heat (Kirkus Reviews). Fanny Thornton Reed, proud matriarch of the Thornton dynasty, chooses her first husband&’s illegitimate son Jeff to run Babylon, her family&’s successful Las Vegas casino. For Jeff, this is a chance of a lifetime. For Fanny, it is a decision she will come to regret as it turns her children against each other. For the rightful Thornton heirs, it is their worst nightmare come true. Will jealousy and betrayal tear them apart once and for all—or will perseverance and love salvage the Thornton dream? Praise for Vegas Trilogy &“[A] sweeping family saga reminiscent of her Texas series.&” —Booklist &“A fascinating family saga.&” —Romantic Times &“If history doesn&’t lie, Michaels won&’t disappoint her fans.&” —Kirkus Reviews &“Her characters are well constructed.&” —Publishers Weekly
Vegetables
by Lenore Fusciello BakerGreen beans, peas, and cauliflower! Everyone in the family has a favorite vegetable at dinnertime. Which veggie is your favorite? Young children will love this colorful story of a family sharing at mealtime.
Vegetarian Food for Healthy Kids: Over 100 Quick and Easy Nutrient Packed Recipes
by Nicola GraimesTo be a healthy vegetarian, it's not enough to just give up meat. Vegetarian children have different dietary requirements to vegetarian adults, so particular attention is needed to ensure they get sufficient amounts of the right nutrients. Unlike other similar titles on the market, Vegetarian Food for Healthy Kids concentrates on these nutritional demands to see what it takes to raise healthy, well-nourished vegetarian children. What's more, the book tackles the universal challenge of getting children - vegetarian or not - to enjoy and eat up their veg. Packed with simple, fresh recipes that are nutritious and use vegetables in interesting and inspiring ways, the book is set to lure even the most reticent of eaters. There are ideas for every type of meal including energy-boosting breakfasts; easy snacks; inspiring vegetable side dishes; and the bane of many parents? lives, packed lunches. Each recipe highlights a super-healthy 'Hero Food', giving information on its health benefits, and also included are step-by-step 'Kids Cook' features, with ideas for delicious dishes children can cook themselves, with just a little help from a parent. Full of colourful photography and quick ideas,Vegetarian Food for Healthy Kidswill make dinner times that bit healthier and a lot more exciting.
Vegetarianos desde el embarazo
by Sandra Bedoya FigueroaEl vegetarianismo es un estilo de vida que implica una apertura de conciencia hacia el bien mayor para la humanidad, pues demuestra el amor por los animales, mejora la salud, es más ecológica, más económica y estimula la espiritualidad. Con todos estos beneficios, y si es una vivencia placentera y saludable, ¿por qué no compartirla con nuestros seres más queridos, nuestros hijos, desde la gestación? Vegetarianos desde el embarazo explica cómo una alimentación vegetariana equilibrada y variada aporta todas las necesidades energéticas para el desarrollo de los hijos desde el momento de la concepción. Elabora un régimen alimenticio desde la gestación hasta la adolescencia, complementado con variadas, nutritivas y apetitosas recetas vegetarianas para todas las edades y ocasiones. Esta es una guía para padres que quieren criar a sus hijos vegetarianos con el conocimiento y las herramientas necesarias para que crezcan felices, fuertes y saludables.
Veggie Mama: A Fun, Wholesome Guide To Feeding Your Kids Tasty Plant-based Meals
by Doreen Virtue Jenny RossVeggie Mama is a manual for elevating your family’s diet to incorporate more whole, plant-based foods. The book features over 100 vegan recipes —including many raw options, using whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, fruits, and vegetables, along with superfoods —for growing kids of all ages.Veggie Mamas Doreen Virtue and Chef Jenny Ross discuss food allergies and present a program free of inflammatory agents that can that can create anxiety in sensitive kids, as well as worsen allergy symptoms. With menu-planning guides, brown-bag school lunches, and snack and dessert favorites, you’ll have everything you need to feed your entire family wholesome and delicious meals.Using these tasty, 100 percent plant-ingredient recipes —such as the Avocado Citrus Parfait, Pumpkin Seed Cheese Wraps, Veggi-wiches, and Nut Butter Bites —you will be pleasing your children’s palates and doing their bodies good . . . setting them up for a lifetime of wellness!
Veggie from the Start: Easy Vegan And Vegetarian Foods For Babies And Up--perfect For Baby-led Weaning Families
by Rachel BoyettGive your little one the best possible start on solid foods with these vibrant, plant-based recipes for the whole family! Publisher’s Note: Veggie from the Start was previously published in the UK as Little Veggie Eats. Whether your family is vegan, vegetarian, or just looking to eat more vegetables, Veggie from the Start guides you through starting baby on solid foods—including lots of healthy produce and all the nutrients they need. Little Veggie Eats creator and vegetarian mama Rachel Boyett shares 60 easy recipes complete with food-prep hacks and expert advice to make mealtime enjoyable for all. Rooted in baby-led weaning (BLW): This popular approach to weaning skips purees to let babies sample real foods and exciting flavors from their first bite. For BLW converts and the curious alike, Veggie from the Start includes age recommendations and tips for meeting baby’s unique needs with every recipe. For dietary needs of all kinds: Rachel’s recipes are free of refined sugar and can easily be adapted to a vegan, nut-free, gluten-free, egg-free, and/or dairy-free diet Cook one meal for everyone: These recipes aren’t just for tots—delicious dishes from curries and dips to baby buddha bowls and noodles will satisfy all ages and simplify your life!
Velorio \ (Spanish edition)
by Xavier Navarro Aquino«En esta novela, la catástrofe se cuenta con precisión de cronista y belleza poética. Sus voces transcurren entre el tono íntimo y devastador de un diario del desastre y la mirada colectiva de la memoria que ve la esperanza en el linaje de resistencias que han enfrentado al poder desde tiempos ancestrales. Xavier Navarro Aquino nos entrega así una primera novela sobre el huracán que marcó un antes y un después en la historia de la isla». —Joel Cintrón Arbasetti, periodista y autor de El Local y Sobre un animal muertoEs septiembre de 2017 y el huracán María acaba de arrasar con Puerto Rico. Camila se siente perturbada por la muerte de su hermana, Marisol. Todo empezó cuando le arrancó un pedacito, el meñique que sobresalía del fango, tras el deslizamiento de tierra que se la llevó. Incapaz de desprenderse de ella, Camila carga con su cuerpo hasta llegar al supuesto paraíso perdido llamado «Memoria».Urayoán, el profeta soñador pero peligroso de Memoria, tiene planes para su nueva sociedad: aspira a un nuevo orden tras el abandono del Gobierno. El paraíso que predica seduce a jóvenes de toda la isla, entre ellos a Pescao, Moriviví y Banto. Todos ellos tendrán que navegar el ascenso entre llamas del tirano Urayoán y enfrentarse a sus impulsos macabros para poder reclamar su hogar, una isla estremecida tanto por el paso impetuoso de María como por la violencia humana.Velorio es la ansiada y desgarradora novela poshuracán que despierta nuestros miedos más profundos, pero que apela también a la voluntad y la fuerza de todo un pueblo a la hora de enfrentarnos a los corruptos en poder.Xavier Navarro Aquino nació y se crió en Puerto Rico. Sus obras han sido publicadas en las revistas literarias Tin House, McSweeney’s Quarterly Concern y Guernica. Ha recibido numerosas becas de parte de Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference, Sewanee Writers’ Conference y la prestigiosa MacDowell Fellowship. Cursó su maestría en Estudios Caribeños en la Universidad de Puerto Rico, recinto de Río Piedras, y tiene un doctorado en Literatura Inglesa en la Universidad de Nebraska-Lincoln. Actualmente, es profesor asociado en el programa de maestría en Inglés de la Universidad de Notre Dame.
Velorio: A Novel
by Xavier Navarro AquinoA Publishers Weekly Writer-to-WatchSet in the wake of Hurricane Maria, Xavier Navarro Aquino’s unforgettable debut novel follows a remarkable group of survivors searching for hope on an island torn apart by both natural disaster and human violence.Camila is haunted by the death of her sister, Marisol, who was caught by a mudslide during the huracán. Unable to part with Marisol, Camila carries her through town, past the churchyard, and, eventually, to the supposed utopia of Memoria. Urayoán, the idealistic, yet troubled cult leader of Memoria, has a vision for this new society, one that in his eyes is peaceful and democratic. The paradise he preaches lures in the young, including Bayfish, a boy on the cusp of manhood, and Morivivi, a woman whose outward toughness belies an inner tenderness for her friends. But as the different members of Memoria navigate Urayoán’s fiery rise, they will need to confront his violent authoritarian impulses in order to find a way to reclaim their home.Velorio—meaning “wake”—is a story of strength, resilience, and hope; a tale of peril and possibility buoyed by the deeply held belief in a people’s ability to unite against those corrupted by power.
Velvet Touch (Clayburn)
by Catherine Archer"Delightful, colorful...a superb reading experience."-Affaire de CoeurThe Lady Fellis Made His Pulse Thunder-Yet She Could Never Be HisIndeed, Sir Stephen Clayburn knew all too well her destiny lay in the marriage bed of an enemy. And as the king's messenger, he would be forced to deliver the woman he loved into the arms of another.The king had commanded that she wed, and Fellis had no choice but to agree. Yet how could she tell Sir Stephen, the king's own knight, that she would rather obey the dictates of her own heart and love only him forever?
Vendesi Guerra
by McDowell BrainsFrosh, un ragazzo dalla bellezza straordinario richiama il quadretto perfetto della famiglia Teri Davis fino a quando un tragico evento che coinvolge lui e Maurice, trasforma il tutto in un calderone di disavventure. Si rende conto che la sua disavventura minaccia di invadere l'armonia della famiglia allargata. L'architettura della casa vacilla. I suoi genitori, Teri e Shahana, non vanno più d'accordo per un minuto. Suo fratello e tre sorelle si allontanano da lui. La solitudine fa cenno e l'amore è una strada spezzata con un pericolo dietro ogni angolo. Dove finiranno Frosh e Maurice? Come troveranno il loro equilibrio?
Vendetta
by Catherine DoyleBlood Will Spill, Hearts Will Break: With a fierce rivalry raging between two warring families, falling in love is the deadliest thing Sophie could do. An epic debut set outside modern-day Chicago. For Sophie, it feels like another slow, hot summer in Cedar Hill, waitressing at her family's diner and hanging out with her best friend Millie. But then someone moves into the long-abandoned mansion up the block--a family of five Italian brothers, each one hotter than the last. Unable to resist caramel-eyed Nicoli, Sophie finds herself falling for him -- and willfully ignoring the warning signs. Why are Nic's knuckles cut and bruised? Why does he carry an engraved switchblade? And why does his arrogant and infuriating older brother, Luca, refuse to let her see him? As the boys' dark secrets begin to come to light, Sophie is confronted with stinging truths about her own family, too. Suddenly, she's torn between two warring dynasties: the one she's related to and the one she's now in love with. She'll have to choose between loyalty and passione. When she does, blood will spill, hearts will break. Because in this twisted underworld, dishonor can be the difference between life and death.
Vendetta (Blood for Blood #1)
by Catherine DoyleRomeo and Juliet meets The Godfather in this electrifying YA mafia romance. When five mysterious and dangerously handsome Italian brothers suddenly move into town, Sophie&’s summer break starts to get a lot more interesting… Irresistibly drawn to Nic, Sophie realises that his bad boy attitude in not an act – the Falcone family are in fact an infamous mafia clan. And when her own dark family secrets come to light, blood will spill and hearts will break… Praise for VENDETTA: &‘A grimy, tense, crime/gang thriller with a dynamic cast of characters; VENDETTA brings drama and realism to a dark story of grudges, revenge and passion.&’ Alice Oseman, author of SOLITAIRE and HEARTSTOPPER &‘I stayed up until Late o&’clock finishing VENDETTA… It&’s AWESOME. Great fighting. Great kissing.&’ C.J. Daugherty, author of the NIGHT SCHOOL series &‘A vibrant new twist on Romeo and Juliet. Full of energy and intrigue!&’ Lucy Christopher, author of STOLEN &‘Fan-freaking-tastic … I honestly can&’t say enough good things about it! I would read anything Cat Doyle writes after flying through VENDETTA!&’ Victoria Scott, author of the FIRE & FLOOD series
Venetian Vespers: A Novel
by John BanvilleA masterful, enthralling new novel from the Booker Prize winnerEverything was a puzzle, everything a trap set to mystify and hinder me. . . .1899. As the new century approaches, struggling English writer Evelyn Dolman—a hack, by his own description—marries Laura Rensselaer, daughter of an American oil tycoon. Evelyn anticipates that he and Laura will inherit a substantial fortune and lead a comfortable, settled life. But his hopes are dashed when a mysterious rift between Laura and her father, just before the patriarch&’s death, leads to her disinheritance.The unhappy newlyweds travel to Venice to celebrate the New Year at the Palazzo Dioscuri, ancestral home of the charming but treacherous Count Barbarigo. From their first moments in the mist-blanketed floating city, otherworldly occurrences begin to accumulate. Evelyn&’s already jangled nerves fray further. Where has Laura disappeared to? How to explain the increasingly sinister circumstances closing around him? Could he be losing his mind?Venetian Vespers is a haunting, atmospheric novel from one of the most sophisticated stylists of our time.
Vengeance: The thrilling novel from the Sunday Times bestseller
by Susan LewisKirsten Meredith is a successful, rich and beautiful woman who seems to have it all. But she is also a woman haunted by her past which threatens to ruin her life - a lingering past of loneliness and rejection. And most dangerous of all, of burning vengeance.Lawrence McAllister is the man who walked out on her and broke her heart. Yet he is the only man who can help her fight her worst enemy - Dyllis Fisher, a woman who has vowed to destroy Kirsten's life at all costs. And in a world where bitter vengeance will know no limit, Kirsten needs all the help she can get...
Vengeful Vows (Marriage at First Sight #3)
by Yvonne LindsayOne woman’s plan for revenge involves an arranged marriage in this dramatic contemporary romance by a USA Today–bestselling author.An arranged marriage to Galen Horvath is step one in Peyton Earnshaw’s revenge against his family. For his part, the CEO only agreed to an arranged marriage to provide a stable home for his young ward. When desire ignites between them, Peyton starts to dream of a future with Galen. But what will happen when her secrets resurface?
Venom and the River: A Novel of Pepin
by Marsha QualeyA ghost writer with a secret is haunted by the fandom of a beloved children&’s author in this novel by the writer of the Gracie LaRoo children&’s books. In the small town of Pepin, Minnesota, two very different literary legacies reside in the same house. The historic home of celebrated children&’s author Ida May Turnbull is also the temporary home of Leigh Burton, a disgraced journalist who was stripped of a Pulitzer Prize for fabricating details in her stories. Now, as several hundred women converge on tiny Pepin to celebrate Ida&’s birthday, the &“Little Girls&” bring exactly the kind of attention Leigh can&’t afford to face. Getting by as a freelancer since her downfall, Leigh is in Pepin to assist a former US vice president with his memoirs. Of course, no publisher would touch a piece of nonfiction with her fingerprints on it, so Leigh has to keep her past under wraps. Things get complicated when she&’s gently blackmailed by a Pepin local. And they get downright difficult when Leigh&’s sixteen-year-old daughter unexpectedly shows up, threatening to tell everyone Mom&’s secret. The last thing she needs is to be living in the bullseye of the Little Girls&’ childhood obsession. At a moment when her secret, her work, a budding romance, and her fragile relationship with her daughter are all in peril, Leigh could use a little love of her own.
Venture Girls: Raising Girls to be Tomorrow's Leaders
by Cristal GlangchaiFrom an engineer and entrepreneur, a conversation-changing parenting book about how to engage young women in science, technology, engineering, and math, filled with practical advice for both parents and educators.As the female CEO of a tech startup, Dr. Cristal Glangchai was outnumbered twenty to one. At Google, Twitter, and Facebook, women currently fill just ten to twenty percent of technical jobs. While career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math have increased dramatically in the past twenty years, the achievement gap between men and women has only grown wider.In VentureGirls, Glangchai offers a unique solution based on her own experience as an engineer and entrepreneur as well as the founder of the VentureLab, an academy of entrepreneurship and technology for girls. Practical, accessible, and filled with success stories, VentureGirls argues that a key part of raising strong, confident young women is giving them the tools of entrepreneurship to engage in STEM. Entrepreneurship isn’t just about starting companies, Glangchai writes, it is a skillset and a way of thinking that is particularly useful in the fields of science, mathematics, engineering, and technology. Entrepreneurship involves identifying needs, brainstorming creative solutions, innovating, and taking calculated risks. In short, it’s about having a vision and making it a reality. The true value in learning and practicing entrepreneurship, Glangchai argues, lies in nurturing and growing an overall mindset—the ability to learn from failure and to work well with others to bring your ideas to life.Deeply informative, warm, and grounded in real-world experience, VentureGirls includes a plethora of activities and lessons that focus on strengthening kids’ ingenuity and resilience. VentureGirls is essential reading for anyone who wants to raise girls and young women who realize their strength, engage in the world, and feel empowered to make a positive impact.
Venture Mom: From Idea to Income in Just 12 Weeks
by Holly HurdYou can take care of kids and take care of business. Many mothers today are jumping into the entrepreneurial ring, transforming simple ideas into profitable ventures. And in the process, they're creating flexible jobs for themselves-all without start-up capital, business plans, or even babysitters. Venture Mom recounts inspiring stories from women who have channeled their passions into money-making products and services, from designer onesies to gluten-free cookies. They're thriving in the whirlwind of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Venture Mom helps anyone get started. It strips away the mystery of launching a business and unlocks a fast, easy formula. No time for market research? No budget for promotion? In 12 steps, each achievable in a week, the book simplifies the start-up process and shares: Tips and techniques for honing a concept, doing just enough research, and finding the perfect name - Five factors that improve the odds of success - Free resources for logos, web design, and branding - Strategies for leveraging email, blogging, and social media - And much more Whether the goal is adding to the family finances or building a major enterprise, Venture Mom delivers the tools you need to make your business dream a reality. "
Venus Envy
by Louise BagshaweAt twenty-seven, Alex Wilde feels like her life is going nowhere. She’s stuck in a dead-end job and her relationship history is a tale of woe. What’s more, she’s put on a few pounds lately…Sharing a house with three gorgeous girls doesn’t help. Her sister Gail got more than her fair share of the good genes, Keisha is an ice-cool man-magnet and Bronwen is so hip it hurts. With competition like this, is it any wonder Alex feels so inadequate? Alex has two choices: she can retreat to the safety of her duvet and stuff herself with chocolate or she can smarten up her act and face the world head on. Never one to choose the easy option, Alex realises she needs to up her game if she wants to stay in it...
Venus Envy
by Louise BagshaweAt twenty-seven, Alex Wilde feels like her life is going nowhere. She’s stuck in a dead-end job and her relationship history is a tale of woe. What’s more, she’s put on a few pounds lately…Sharing a house with three gorgeous girls doesn’t help. Her sister Gail got more than her fair share of the good genes, Keisha is an ice-cool man-magnet and Bronwen is so hip it hurts. With competition like this, is it any wonder Alex feels so inadequate? Alex has two choices: she can retreat to the safety of her duvet and stuff herself with chocolate or she can smarten up her act and face the world head on. Never one to choose the easy option, Alex realises she needs to up her game if she wants to stay in it...
Venus Was Her Name
by Patricia DixonTime is running out for an ageing rock star living in France, in this compelling epic by the author of Birthright . . . Older and wiser, Joe Jarrett, who was once the lead singer of one of the biggest rock bands on the planet, has left his wild and hedonistic days behind, preferring a quieter life in his farmhouse by the sea. Family is everything to Joe, and when his beloved son, Ace, brings his new girlfriend, Edie, to visit, things seem to be going well. But when a shocking exposé points a finger at the band, including historic claims of rape and murder, it appears everything Joe holds dear is about to be torn apart. As Joe is forced to face the consequences of the past, threatening letters arrive at the farmhouse. A stalker is on the loose and is determined to make him pay. But who is she? Meanwhile, newcomer Edie, is living a lie and harbours a shocking secret of her own. When all is revealed, will Joe&’s life will be changed forever, and can anything be the same again?
Veo a papá (¡Arriba la Lectura! Level A #2)
by Lisa Trumbauer David SheldonNIMAC-sourced textbook <p><p> ¿Qué ve esta niña? ¿Tú también ves estas cosas y personas?