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Colorado Courtship (Colorado Confidential)
by Carolyn DavidsonWhen true love is found on the trail, it’s threatened by danger and scandalous secrets in this Western historical romance!“Choose a man or be left behind!” So said the code of the West for women alone on wagon trains. But newly widowed Jessica Beaumont had a baby on the way, and what kind of man would willingly take on another man’s child? Apparently the ruggedly handsome kind, for wagon-train scout Finn Carson staked his claim on her early . . . and swore never to let go!Finn was an honest man who honestly wanted Jessica Beaumont to cherish and love forever. But would this fetching beauty accept him if she discovered his connection to the danger stalking her? Or would their chance at happiness be lost before it was truly found?
Colorado Family Outdoor Adventure: An All-Ages Guide to Hiking, Camping, and Getting Outside (Southwest Adventure Series)
by Heather MundtColorado Family Outdoor Adventure is the definitive guide for families of all ages to experiencing the natural splendors of Colorado. Whether you are planning your first family adventure or you are an experienced outdoors family, Heather Mundt provides everything parents, grandparents, children, and teenagers need to know to enjoy activities throughout the state. As an experienced outdoors writer, adventurer, and family traveler, Mundt shares more than sixty destinations across Colorado, outlining family adventures in hiking, biking, paddling, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, camping, skiing, sledding, rockhounding, wildlife watching, fishing, climbing, enjoying cultural activities, and more in this go-to guide.Every one of these outdoor activities is graded in terms of difficulty and age-appropriateness, so every reader will know exactly which activities are right for their young kids, teens, and older relatives. Organized geographically with easy-to-use maps alongside detailed descriptions and beautiful photography, Colorado Family Outdoor Adventure explores every corner of the state with memory-making activities for every family.
Colored Television
by Danzy SennaJane has high hopes that her life is about to turn around. After a long, precarious stretch bouncing among sketchy rentals and sublets, she and her family are living in luxury for a year, house-sitting in the hills above Los Angeles. The gig magically coincides with Jane's sabbatical, giving her the time and space she needs to finish her second novel-a centuries-spanning epic her artist husband, Lenny, dubs her "mulatto War and Peace." Finally, some semblance of stability and success seems to be within her grasp.But things don't work out quite as hoped. Desperate for a plan B, like countless writers before her Jane turns her gaze to Hollywood. When she finagles a meeting with Hampton Ford, a hot producer with a major development deal at a streaming network, he seems excited to work with a "real writer," and together they begin to develop "the Jackie Robinson of biracial comedies." Things finally seem to be going right for Jane-until they go terribly wrong.Funny, piercing, and page turning, Colored Television is Senna's most on-the-pulse, ambitious, and rewarding novel yet.
Colored Television (A GMA Book Club Pick): A Novel
by Danzy SennaAN INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLERA GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK&“A laugh-out-loud cultural comedy… This is the New Great American Novel, and Danzy Senna has set the standard.&” –LA Times &“Funny, foxy and fleet…The jokes are good, the punches land, the dialogue is tart.&” –Dwight Garner, The New York Times A brilliant take on love and ambition, failure and reinvention, and the racial-identity-industrial complex from the bestselling author of CaucasiaJane has high hopes that her life is about to turn around. After a long, precarious stretch bouncing among sketchy rentals and sublets, she and her family are living in luxury for a year, house-sitting in the hills above Los Angeles. The gig magically coincides with Jane&’s sabbatical, giving her the time and space she needs to finish her second novel—a centuries-spanning epic her artist husband, Lenny, dubs her &“mulatto War and Peace.&” Finally, some semblance of stability and success seems to be within her grasp. But things don&’t work out quite as hoped. Desperate for a plan B, like countless writers before her Jane turns her gaze to Hollywood. When she finagles a meeting with Hampton Ford, a hot producer with a major development deal at a streaming network, he seems excited to work with a &“real writer,&” and together they begin to develop &“the Jackie Robinson of biracial comedies.&” Things finally seem to be going right for Jane—until they go terribly wrong. Funny, piercing, and page turning, Colored Television is Senna&’s most on-the-pulse, ambitious, and rewarding novel yet.
Coloring Outside Autism's Lines
by Susan WaltonHaving a child with an autism spectrum disorder may mean that you have to change your life. It can seem as though there are so many things you just can't do. But there are adventures-large and small-that kids with autism love, and they are waiting for your whole family! Just think outside of the ordinary, look for reachable sensory experiences, come prepared, and keep an open mind, and everyone in your family can go along for a great ride. This book is packed with exciting ideas for families living with autism, with everything you need to know to make them a reality. Including: * Unconventional backyard fun: zip lines, trampolines, tree stumps, and even exercise bikes! * Easy ways to adapt public places such as bowling alleys, ice skating rinks, and swimming pools into stress-free outings * Surprising activities that can lead to lifelong interests * Dreaming big: there's a world of amusement parks, water slides, camping, and other family getaways that are truly within reach * Special activities for grandparents and extended family members * How to team up with other parents to maximize the fun With tips and advice from dozens of creative families who have found fun with autism and want you to do the same!
Colors of Bougouni
by Myrina D. McCulloughNatou and Korotoumou, two cousins from the village of Bougouni, Mali, are supposed to share their family chores. When their aunt decides to take one of them to the big city of Bamako to live with her, they learn about responsibility and the consequences of their actions—good and bad.
Colton 911: Target in Jeopardy (Colton 911 #3)
by Carla CassidyA prodigal brother comes home—to the shock of his life—in this red-hot romantic suspense thriller from the New York Times–bestselling author.Grieving the loss of his late wife, Dallas Colton rarely lets his guard down. The one time he indulges in a wild night of passion, it yields unexpected results. Seven months later, Dallas finds himself expecting twins with prosecutor Avery Logan—and working to protect Avery from criminals who want her dead. But when long-buried secrets rise from the grave, their growing family is soon under siege.Don’t miss others in the Colton 911 series: Cowboy’s RescueBaby’s BodyguardDeadly Texas ReunionCaught in the Crossfire
Colton Cowboy Hideout: Colton Cowboy Hideout Enticed By The Operative Deep Cover Navy Seal Seduction (The Coltons of Texas)
by Carla CassidyIn this romantic suspense western by a New York Times–bestselling author, a woman in witness protection finds solace with a rancher and his family. After years in hiding, Josie Colton has her life back. But to settle a family promise, she must find an old clue buried at the Colton Valley Ranch. She enlists the help of ranch foreman Tanner Grange—in exchange for working as his twin toddlers&’ new nanny. On their search, the single dad soon begins to lasso Josie&’s heart. Tanner agrees to assist Josie and is alarmed by how the Colton beauty fits so perfectly into his life. He&’s got his hands full investigating the disappearance of his boss and caring for his little girls. When it&’s clear someone will kill to stop Josie from uncovering the clue, Tanner vows to protect her . . . for life! Praise for Colton Cowboy Hideout &“The danger intensifies around Tanner and Josie, along with their attraction, which makes Tanner more determined to protect Josie and his daughters at all costs. Tanner and Josie will engage readers with their sweet, heartwarming romance.&” —RT Book Reviews
Colton's Christmas Baby (The Coltons of Montana)
by Karen WhiddonDamien Colton was in prison for a crime he didn't commit. He'd lost his freedom, his good name. Now he wants it back, starting with the inheritance waiting for him in his hometown. But if there's one thing to distract a man from his plans, it's a sexy woman desperate for help-with her own little secret to hide.Just the sight of a Colton and a Kelley together can start a firestorm of gossip. Soon-to-be single mom Eve Kelley doesn't want the attention. Nevertheless, Damien needs her by his side to finally get the justice he deserves. As these unlikely allies turn to passionate lovers, will the town pariah find the family he'd never dared to wish for?
Combat Fat for Kids: The Complete Plan for Family Fitness, Nutrition, and Health
by Jo Brielyn James Villepigue Stuart FischerChildhood obesity is a growing and worrying epidemic in our country. Kids these days are not getting the appropriate foods and healthy activity they need. They are bombarded constantly by marketers selling them on highly processed snacks, drinks, and junk food and they've become the victims of isolating technology which only enables them to stay at home instead of going outside to play. Combat Fat for Kids offers an alternative plan of action for parents to help their children become more aware of good decisions and initiate solid solutions to improve the health of the entire family and beat this deadly disease.Written by acclaimed fitness expert James Villepigue and noted health writer Jo Brielyn, Combat Fat for Kids offers a comprehensive plan that will finally help kids to form better health habits, a more active life and a very bright future. The nutritional and exercise programs featured in the book are effective because they are geared toward the mindset and interests of the family as a whole. The book encourages wholesome nutrition, including whole, unprocessed food choices and embraces local and sustainable food that their young body's were designed to consume. Daily activities are included, that will add a spark to their body's natural fat fighting defense, as well as "kid play", sports, and family-based events. Additional sections on behavioral change provides the proper psychological framework for ingraining healthy choices that will last a lifetime.Combat Fat for Kids includes expert advice and tips from top nutritionists, dieticians, fitness professionals, and psychologists to provide a highly reliable resource that's built on an easy-to-understand foundation that can be adapted to meet the needs of every family. Combat Fat for Kids is also a great and important tool for every parent interested in making the process a more collaborative one for the whole family.
Combatting Cyberbullying in Digital Media with Artificial Intelligence
by Mohamed LahbyRapid advancements in mobile computing and communication technology and recent technological progress have opened up a plethora of opportunities. These advancements have expanded knowledge, facilitated global business, enhanced collaboration, and connected people through various digital media platforms. While these virtual platforms have provided new avenues for communication and self-expression, they also pose significant threats to our privacy. As a result, we must remain vigilant against the propagation of electronic violence through social networks. Cyberbullying has emerged as a particularly concerning form of online harassment and bullying, with instances of racism, terrorism, and various types of trolling becoming increasingly prevalent worldwide. Addressing the issue of cyberbullying to find effective solutions is a challenge for the web mining community, particularly within the realm of social media. In this context, artificial intelligence (AI) can serve as a valuable tool in combating the diverse manifestations of cyberbullying on the Internet and social networks. This book presents the latest cutting-edge research, theoretical methods, and novel applications in AI techniques to combat cyberbullying. Discussing new models, practical solutions, and technological advances related to detecting and analyzing cyberbullying is based on AI models and other related techniques. Furthermore, the book helps readers understand AI techniques to combat cyberbullying systematically and forthrightly, as well as future insights and the societal and technical aspects of natural language processing (NLP)-based cyberbullying research efforts. Key Features: Proposes new models, practical solutions and technological advances related to machine intelligence techniques for detecting cyberbullying across multiple social media platforms. Combines both theory and practice so that readers (beginners or experts) of this book can find both a description of the concepts and context related to the machine intelligence. Includes many case studies and applications of machine intelligence for combating cyberbullying.
Come Aboard and Bring Your Dory!
by Elisabeth OgilvieGeordie and Lucy Cameron were the new heads of the family--now that their mother and father were dead. It would be a big responsibility, for there were the ten-year-old twins Peter and Philip, fourteen-year-old Genie, and seventeen-year-old Penn to look after. But both Geordie and Lucy had agreed, no matter what, the family must stay together. From the very beginning, though, their carefully thought out plans for the family and their own personal ambitions began to fall apart. First Donna, Geordie's girl, found someone else. Then Penn, the brains of the family and a senior in high school, announced that he wanted to get married. But when the twins began to act strangely, becoming impossible for Lucy to control, the older brother and sister began to question how capable they were and if they had made the right decision.
Come Away with Me: The Book Club The Kommandant's Girl The Curious Charms Of Arthur Pepper Come Away With Me
by Karma Brown"[F]ull of lush locations, memorable characters, and a turn of events that is nothing short of jaw-dropping." —Taylor Jenkins Reid, author of Daisy Jones & The Six An unexpected journey leads one woman to discover that life after loss is possible in this emotional novel from the bestselling author of Recipe for a Perfect Wife.One minute, Tegan Lawson has everything she could hope for: an adoring husband, Gabe, and a baby on the way. The next, a patch of black ice causes a life-altering, devastating accident. Tegan is consumed by grief—not to mention anger toward Gabe, who was driving on the night of the crash.Just when she thinks she's hit rock bottom, Gabe reminds her of their Jar of Spontaneity, a collection of their dream destinations, and so begins an adventure of a lifetime. From the bustling markets of Thailand to the flavors of Italy to the ocean waves in Hawaii, Tegan and Gabe embark on a journey to escape the tragedy and search for forgiveness. But they soon learn that grief follows you no matter how far away you run, and that acceptance comes when you least expect it. Heartbreaking, hopeful and utterly transporting, Come Away with Me is a luminous celebration of the strength of the human spirit.Previously published.
Come Back, Zack! (Little Golden Book)
by Sachiko Yoshikawa Trish HollandZack is on the go in this adorable book that celebrates the many ways in which young children get from one place to the next. As he grows from six months to six years old, we see Zack crawl, cruise, toddle, climb, walk, and run-right up to the day when he boards a school bus for the first time!
Come Back: A Mother and Daughter's Journey Through Hell and Back
by Claire Fontaine Mia FontaineThe unflinching true account of a teenage girl's descent into society's underbelly -- and her mother's desperate and ultimately successful attempts to bring her back.How does an honor student at one of Los Angeles's finest prep schools -- a bright, beautiful girl from a loving home -- trade school uniforms and afternoons at the beach for shooting up in the back of a van in rural Indiana? How does her devoted mother emerge from the shock of finding that her daughter has not only disappeared but had been living a secret life for more than a year?Mother and daughter tell their parallel stories in mesmerizing first-person accounts. Claire Fontaine's story is a parent's worst nightmare, a cautionary tale chronicling her daughter Mia's drug-fueled manipulation of everyone around her as she sought refuge in the seedy underworld of criminals and heroin addicts, the painful childhood secrets that led up to it, and the healing that followed. Her search for Mia was brutal for both mother and daughter, a dizzying series of dead ends, incredible coincidences and, at times, miracles. Ultimately, Mia was forced into harsh-but-loving boot camp schools on two continents while Claire entered a painful but life-changing program of her own. Mia's story includes the jarring culture shock of the extreme and controversial behavior modification school she was in for nearly two years, which helped her overcome depression and self-hatred to emerge a powerful young woman with self-esteem and courage. An unforgettable story of love and transformation, Come Back is a heart-wrenching and humorous portrayal of the primal bond between mother and daughter that will resonate with women everywhere.
Come Closer, Tatita
by ImaplaA young girl&’s five senses take her on a journey through sweet memories of her tatita, her grandmother, in this heartfelt picture book.This moving tale introduces the youngest picture book audience to a girl who misses her grandmother—whom she calls Tata or Tatita, as is traditional in many Spanish-speaking cultures—and yearns to spend time with her. But Tatita is not here any more. The spare, striking illustrations make it ambiguous whether the girl misses her tata because she lives in a faraway place, is ill, or has passed on. Yet this gorgeous, deceptively simple book&’s ending makes it clear that no matter what, your tatita lives in your heart, and you can always hold her in your memory.
Come Closer: Everything You Ever Wanted to Ask a Sex and Relationship Therapist
by Charlene DouglasFeeling a disconnect in your sex life?Sex and relationship therapist Charlene Douglas invites you to connect more, communicate better, and love more deeply.Perhaps you’ve considered seeing a therapist before but you worry it might be awkward or it’s too expensive... Come Closer provides the safe space you need to reflect on the past experiences that may have shaped your sexual world, explore what turns you on and what turns you off, and open up to issues in communication and sexual health.Charlene draws on real-life case studies from her experience helping individuals and couples to navigate different relationship problems and combines this with interactive intimacy tasks at the end of each chapter to give you something practical to work on.So whether you’re hoping to reignite an old spark or build a new sense of confidence in the bedroom, take the first step towards a happy and healthy sex life with Come Closer.
Come Eravamo
by Chris Ward Giulia CastriDopo la morte di suo fratello maggiore, il vecchio Takahiro torna alla sua risaia un’ultima volta, dove ripercorrerà il cammino della sua vita, ricca di bellezza ma anche di tragedia, e ricorderà i giorni in cui la sua famiglia era tutta unita. Una storia malinconica di una famiglia del Giappone rurale, dall’autore dell’acclamata serie Tube Riders, Chris Ward.
Come Essere una Basic Bitch
by Hiddenstuff EntertainmentSei una basic bitch? Ami il vino, gli amici, i brunch, le città, la moda, fare shopping e qualsiasi cosa di consumistico? Non vergognartene, lo stile di vita da basic bitch è uno dei più sfarzosi e gradevoli che potresti vivere. Perché non viziarti e vivere bene, star meglio di chiunque altro, e cosa ancora più importante essere felice ed in salute? Se questo è lo stile di vita che stai conducendo o vorresti condurre, allora questo manuale è per te. Impara le cose da fare e non fare per essere una basic bitch e come esserlo meglio di chiunque altro. --> Vai in cima alla pagina e clicca su aggiungi al carrello per acquistarlo immediatamente Disclaimer: This author and or rights owner(s) make no claims, promises, or guarantees in regards to the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the contents of this book, and expressly disclaims liability for errors and omissions in the contents within. This product is for reference use only. Please consult a professional before taking action on any of the contents found within.
Come Fall
by A. C. E. BauerLu Zimmer's best friend moved away last summer. Salman Page is the new kid in school. Blos Pease takes everything literally. Three kids who are on the fringe of the middle school social order find each other and warily begin to bond, but suddenly things start going wrong. Salman becomes the object of the school bully's torment, and Lu's pregnant mother has some unexpected complications. Is something conspiring against them? In fact, through no fault of their own, Salman and Lu have become pawns in a game of jealous one-upmanship between Oberon and Titania, the king and queen of Faery, with the mischievous Puck trying to keep the peace. Taken from Titania's mention of a foundling in Shakespeare'sA Midsummer Night's Dream, A. C. E. Bauer spins an original tale about magical intervention in the least magical of settings: a public middle school. From the Hardcover edition.
Come Find Me
by Megan MirandaFrom the New York Times bestselling author of All the Missing Girls and The Perfect Stranger comes a captivating thriller about two teens who connect when each discovers a mysterious radio frequency, which suggests their family tragedies are mysteriously connected.After surviving an infamous family tragedy, sixteen-year-old Kennedy Jones has made it her mission to keep her brother's search through the cosmos alive. But then something disturbs the frequency on his radio telescope--a pattern registering where no signal should transmit. In a neighboring county, seventeen-year-old Nolan Chandler is determined to find out what really happened to his brother, who disappeared the day after Nolan had an eerie premonition. There hasn't been a single lead for two years, until Nolan picks up an odd signal--a pattern coming from his brother's bedroom.Drawn together by these strange signals--and their family tragedies--Kennedy and Nolan search for the origin of the mysterious frequency. But the more they uncover, the more they believe that everything's connected--even their pasts--as it appears the signal is meant for them alone, sharing a message that only they can understand. Is something coming for them? Or is the frequency warning them about something that's already here?
Come Home
by Lisa ScottolineLisa Scottoline has delivered taut thrillers with a powerful emotional wallop in her New YorkTimesbestsellers Save Me,Think Twice,and Look Again. Now, with her new novel, Come Home,she ratchets up the suspense with the riveting story of a mother who sacrifices her future for a child from her past. Jill Farrow is a typical suburban mom who has finally gotten her and her daughter's lives back on track after a divorce. She is about to remarry, her job as a pediatrician fulfills her - though it is stressful - and her daughter, Megan, is a happily over-scheduled thirteen-year-old juggling homework and the swim team. But Jill's life is turned upside down when her ex-stepdaughter, Abby, shows up on her doorstep late one night and delivers shocking news: Jill's ex-husband is dead. Abby insists that he was murdered and pleads with Jill to help find his killer. Jill reluctantly agrees to make a few inquiries and discovers that things don't add up. As she digs deeper, her actions threaten to rip apart her new family, destroy their hard-earned happiness, and even endanger her own life. Yet Jill can't turn her back on a child she loves and once called her own. Come Homereads with the breakneck pacing of a thriller while also exploring the definition of motherhood, asking the questions: Do you ever stop being a mother? Can you ever have an ex-child? What are the limits to love of family?
Come Home to Comfort
by Sharon HoffmanImagine what your life would be like if you could trade your chaos for comfort. Yes, you can experience the calm and contentment promised in Scripture. In Come Home To Comfort, gifted speaker and author Sharon Hoffman spreads a welcome mat of wisdom, inviting you to trust God to refurbish the "home of your heart." Step by inspirational step, she helps you create a home of beauty and blessing, built on the firm foundation of Christ's comfort - a foundation sure to stand the test of time and trials. Brimming with warm, attractive, affordable decorating tips, helpful household hints, and charming ideas for making memories, you will discover how to find hope - even when your home and your heart need a miracle. This encouraging book also includes a nine-week Bible study for individual or small group study. Through Sharon's life-giving words, you'll discover in the end, that when you come home to comfort, you are really coming home to Christ!
Come Home to Me: Home To Whiskey Creek Take Me Home For Christmas Come Home To Me (Whiskey Creek #6)
by Brenda NovakHome is where her heart is When Presley Christensen returns to Whiskey Creek with her little boy after two years away, she has completely changed her life. She's made peace with her past and overcome the negative behavior that resulted from her difficult childhood. Now she's back in the small town that was the closest thing to "home" she ever knew—the town where she can be with the sister who's her only family. There's just one catch. Aaron Amos still lives in Whiskey Creek, at least until he moves to Reno to open a branch of the Amos brothers' auto body shop. And no matter how hard she's tried, Presley hasn't been able to get over him. Seeing him again makes the longing so much worse. But she hopes she can get through the next few months, because she can't fall back into his arms…or his bed. She's come too far to backslide now. And there's a secret she's been guarding—a secret she'll do anything to protect.Previously published
Come Home, Angus
by Patrick DownesIn the spirit of Where the Wild Things Are, readers will journey with Angus and understand that whether you are grumpy, angry, or mad, there is no place better than home with your loved ones.Angus woke up mad and knew today was not his day. His dachshund, Clive, walked too slowly. His canary, Pennycake, was too loud. And to top it off, his breakfast pancakes were way too skinny.Angus was in a bad mood, and he decided to run away. He walked two blocks, three blocks, five blocks, then suddenly everything seemed scary and dark. When his mother found Angus, he realized he was better off with her and at home. The touching story by Patrick Downes and the bold illustrations by Boris Kulikov will comfort young children. It will show them that even when they are angry or frustrated or dealing with other emotions, everything is going to be all right.