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Tender Beasts
by Liselle SamburyAfter her private school is rocked by a gruesome murder, a teen tries to find the real killer and clear her brother&’s name in this &“creepily potent story of a family legacy that gives terrifying shape to monsters real and imagined&” (Kirkus Reviews) perfect for fans of The Taking of Jake Livingston and Ace of Spades.Sunny Behre has four siblings, but only one is a murderer. With the death of Sunny&’s mother, matriarch of the wealthy Behre family, Sunny&’s once picture-perfect life is thrown into turmoil. Her mother had groomed her to be the family&’s next leader, so Sunny is confused when the only instructions her mother leaves is a mysterious note: &“Take care of Dom.&” The problem is, her youngest brother, Dom, has always been a near-stranger to Sunny…and seemingly a dangerous one, if found guilty of his second-degree murder charge. Still, Sunny is determined to fulfill her mother&’s dying wish. But when a classmate is gruesomely murdered, and Sunny finds her brother with blood on his hands, her mother&’s simple request becomes a lot more complicated. Dom swears he&’s innocent, and although Sunny isn&’t sure she believes him, she takes it upon herself to look into the murder—made all the more urgent by the discovery of another body. And another. As Sunny and Dom work together to track down the culprit, Sunny realizes her other siblings have their own dark secrets. Soon she may have to choose: preserve the family she&’s always loved or protect the brother she barely knows—and risk losing everything her mother worked so hard to build.
Tending to the Past: Selfhood and Culture in Children's Narratives about Slavery and Freedom (Children's Literature Association Series)
by Karen Michele ChandlerIn many popular depictions of Black resistance to slavery, stereotypes around victimization and the heroic efforts of a small number of individuals abound. These ideas ignore the powers of ordinary families and obscure the systematic working of racism. Tending to the Past: Selfhood and Culture in Children’s Narratives about Slavery and Freedom examines Black-authored historical novels and films for children that counter this distortion and depict creative means by which ordinary African Americans survived slavery and racism in early America. Tending to the Past argues that this important, understudied historical writing—freedom narratives—calls on young readers to be active, critical thinkers about the past and its legacies within the present. The book examines how narratives by children’s book authors, such as Joyce Hansen, Julius Lester, Marilyn Nelson, and Patricia McKissack, and the filmmakers Charles Burnett and Zeinabu irene Davis, were influenced by Black cultural imperatives, such as the Black Arts Movement, to foster an engaged, culturally aware public. Through careful analysis of this rich body of work, Tending to the Past thus contributes to ongoing efforts to construct a history of Black children’s literature and film attuned to its range, specificity, and depths. Tending to the Past provides illuminating interpretations that will help scholars and educators see the significance of the freedom narratives’ reconstructions in a neoliberal era, a time of shrinking opportunities for many African Americans. It offers models for understanding the powers and continuing relevance of the Black child’s creative agency and the Black cultural practices that have fostered it.
Tengo un whatsapp
by Susana RubioSi los polos opuestos se atraen... ¿por qué a veces es tan difícil que se encuentren? Por primera vez en papel el gran éxito autopublicado de Susana Rubio. Andrea es la señorita prudencia, ella mismo lo dice. No le gustan las aventuras, el peligro y mucho menos el sexo sin sentimientos de por medio. Víctor es el descaro personificado, o sea, todo lo contrario. Es divertido, bromista... El chico perfecto. Así que, inevitablemente, se atraen. MUCHO. Pero los astros no se han alineado correctamente y una serie de fortuitos -y no tan fortuitos- sucesos impiden que Andrea y Víctor disfruten de su historia de... ¿amor?
Tenía que pasar
by David Yoon¡La fascinante novela debut de David Yoon! Un noviazgo real, otro ficticio y una tradición familiar que lo complica todo. ¿Qué podría salir mal? Frank Li nació en California, nunca ha estado en Corea y casi no habla coreano. Aun así, sus padres tienen una regla de oro: solo puede llevar a casa chicas coreanas. Cuando se enamora de Brit (que no lo es) y decide fingir que sale con su amiga Joy (que sí lo es), Frank aprenderá que no sabe tanto del amor como cree ni quizá tampoco de sí mismo. Tenía que pasar es la rompedora primera novela de David Yoon, autor número uno del New York Times, que trata de dar respuesta a la pregunta que nos persigue a todos en algún momento de nuestras vidas: ¿quién soy yo?
Tennis Camp of the Living Dead
by Quentin DoddStickley Smythe is spending the summer at Bright River Tennis Academy. He’s playing against top competition and learning from the best tennis coaches in the country. But something isn’t quite right. Everyone else thinks the camp is perfectly normal, but Stickley can’t help asking questions, such as: "Why does the camp pro never go out in the sunlight?" "Why are they building coffins in arts and crafts class?" "Why do the villagers across the river fear the camp so much?" and, most importantly: "Why did he agree to come here in the first place?" As Stickley works to unravel the mystery, he realizes that he’s staying at no ordinary summer camp. Instead, he’s stumbled upon the Tennis Camp of the Living Dead!
Tennis Shoes Among The Nephites (Tennis Shoes Adventures #1)
by Chris HeimerdingerJim Hawkins has a bad attitude. What's more, he enjoys having a bad attitude about everything--especially about church. Garth Plimpton is a fanatic. He's spent so much time studying the scriptures and thick books on archaeology that he can't carry on a normal conversation with other kids. That's why they consider him a nerd. Through an unusual chain of events, these two opposites become fast friends. It all began when Garth told Jim a simple truth: "They really existed once, you know." "Who?" Jim asked. "Nephites," Garth replied. "Every character in the Book of Mormon ate, slept, died, was buried . . ." That statement, taken for granted before, would soon echo deeply in the two boys' minds--because they were on the trail of a chilling secret.
The Tension of Opposites
by Kristina McBrideTwo years ago Noelle disappeared. Two long years of no leads, no word, no body. Since the abduction, Tessa, her best friend, has lived in a state of suspended animation. She has some friends but keeps them distant. Some interests, but she won't allow herself to become passionate about them. And guys? She can't get close—she knows what it is like to lose someone she really cared for. And then one day, the telephone rings. Noelle is alive. And maybe, just maybe, Tess can start to live again too. A haunting psychological thriller taken straight from the headlines, The Tension of Opposites is a striking debut that explores the emotional aftermath a kidnapping can have on the victim and on the people she left behind.
The Tent
by Gary PaulsenTeenage Steven and his father, Corey, take to the road with a Bible, an old army tent, and less than the best of intentions. Tired of being poor, Steven's father is certain that preaching the Word of the Lord is the easy way to fame and fortune. But just when they've got their act down pat and the money is rolling in, Steven and Corey begin to realize that what they'd originally thought of as a harmless lie is all about avarice and power and, ultimately, guilt. Each book includes a reader's guide.
Tentación (Inmortales #Volumen 4)
by Alyson NoëlIrresistible. Adictivo. Arrollador. Así es el amor. Así es el fenómeno literario que ya ha cautivado a más de cinco millones de lectores en todo el mundo... Para liberar a Damen de la maldición de Roman, Ever recurrió a la magia oscura, pero el conjuro se ha vuelto en su contra y ahora es víctima de un extraño hechizo: haga lo que haga, no puede dejar de pensar en Roman. La lucha por resistir esta salvaje atracción amenaza con consumir sus energías; y su enemigo sacará partido de esta debilidad... Desesperada por romper el hechizo antes de que sea demasiado tarde, Ever pide ayuda a Jude; arriesgándolo todo, incluso su amor, por salvar a Damen.
The Tenth Girl
by Sara FaringA haunted Argentinian mansion.A family curse.A twist you'll never see coming.Welcome to Vaccaro School.Simmering in Patagonian myth, The Tenth Girl is a gothic psychological thriller with a haunting twist.At the very southern tip of South America looms an isolated finishing school. Legend has it that the land will curse those who settle there. But for Mavi—a bold Buenos Aires native fleeing the military regime that took her mother—it offers an escape to a new life as a young teacher to Argentina’s elite girls.Mavi tries to embrace the strangeness of the imposing house—despite warnings not to roam at night, threats from an enigmatic young man, and rumors of mysterious Others. But one of Mavi’s ten students is missing, and when students and teachers alike begin to behave as if possessed, the forces haunting this unholy cliff will no longer be ignored... and one of these spirits holds a secret that could unravel Mavi’s existence.An Imprint Book"Layered and challenging, and full to bursting with intelligence, while at the same time exuberantly bizarre, like it’s having the best time on its own and daring you to join in."—Rory Power, New York Times–bestselling author of Wilder Girls"This book envelops the reader with sweeping beauty and tingling mystery from the very first page."—Nova Ren Suma, New York Times-bestselling author of The Walls Around Us
Tenth Grade Angst
by Bruce Ingram"A well-crafted and engaging tale about a quartet of teens dealing with self-doubt and self-discovery in high school." - Kirkus Reviews "Tenth Grade Angst is highly recommended as a revealing leisure read that high schoolers will relate to and learn from." - D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review Tenth Grade Angst (a sequel to Ninth Grade Blues, 2017) continues the story of four teens as they negotiate the roller-coaster ride of high school. Now sophomores, they grapple with growing independence and changing dreams and ambitions for their future. Cars and driving lessons reshape their lives, as they struggle to balance their needs for exploration and independence with the boundaries set by their parents. Luke: a shy, hard-working boy from the wrong side of the tracks, Luke continues to come out of his shell with the friendly encouragement of Mia. His love for hunting, fishing, and all things nature-related keeps him sane and grounded, while ongoing problems with his dad worsen and require him to make some startling adjustments. Elly: a bit overweight and a lot insecure in her freshman year, Elly joins her mom at the gym, sheds a few pounds and discovers she can set her cap for star football players. But is that always a good idea? A hot date doesn’t work out the way she expected–at all. Marcus: a football and basketball star, Marcus comes down to earth–discovering that he really does have limits to what he can expect from his athletic career. And, a series of rebuffs and rejections lead him to reflect on the best way to a girl’s heart. Hint: just for a change, try caring about what she thinks. Mia: a straight-A student who looks like a good bet to be the class valedictorian, Mia is also on track to realize her dream of becoming a pediatrician and moving to Texas to help children of her own heritage. But what does that imply for the relationships she is developing in high school? And just how angry will her poppa get if she insists on dating Luke?
La teoría de Joa
by Agus Grimm PitchLa primera novela de Agus Grimm Pitch, una de las bookfluencers más populares de la Argentina. Joa y Julia viven en mundos muy diferentes. Él es una estrella de rock, el cantante de la banda más aclamada del momento. Ella vive al día y trabaja por un sueldo básico para poder pagar el alquiler del minúsculo departamento que comparte con su mejor amiga. Parecía imposible que dos caminos tan distantes se cruzaran, sin embargo, Julia nunca imaginó que iba a tener que rescatar al mismísimo Joa Keuler de la basura. Por más bizarro que parezca, esta vuelta del destino los acerca mucho más de lo que esperaban. Ambos tendrán que luchar contra su propio pasado, sus miedos e inseguridades y desaprender las teorías que tienen sobre sí mismos para aceptar que también merecen ser amados.
La teoría imperfecta del amor
by Julie BuxbaumDos jóvenes aparentemente opuestos y con crisis vitales muy distintas encuentran una conexión inesperada justo cuando más la necesitan. Kit le pide a David que le ayude a investigar las causas del trágico accidente de coche en el que muere su padre. Pero ninguno de ellos es consciente de lo que encontrarán. ¿Será su amistad lo suficientemente fuerte para sobrevivir a la verdad? A veces, una nueva perspectiva es todo lo que se necesita para darle sentido al mundo.
Terapia para llevar: 100 herramientas psicológicas para llevar mejor tu día a día
by Nací DramáticaLa salud mental no cae del cielo. Descubre 100 herramientas prácticas y fáciles de aplicar que mejorarán tu día a día. ¿Estás desconectado de ti mismo? ¿Sientes que te pasa algo, pero no sabes qué es? ¿La opinión de los demás te condiciona demasiado?Descubre 100 herramientas prácticas y fáciles de aplicar para vivir mejor tu día a día. Aprende a relativizar, a evitar los pensamientos intrusivos y a poner límites que te hagan sentir bien. Descubre cómo aumentar tu autoestima, dejar de procrastinar y confiar más en ti. Gestiona el fracaso, el miedo al futuro y la peor de las rupturas amorosas.En definitiva, escúchate, entiende tus emociones y, sobre todo, actúa para mejorarlas. Te ha costado años conocer a las personas de tu alrededor. Conocerte a ti también te llevará tiempo.
Terciel & Elinor (Old Kingdom)
by Garth NixBestselling novelist Garth Nix returns to the Old Kingdom for the never-before-told love story of Sabriel’s parents, Terciel and Elinor, and the charter magic that brought them together—and threatened to tear them apart. A long-awaited prequel to a classic fantasy series.In the Old Kingdom, a land of ancient and often terrible magics, eighteen year-old orphan Terciel learns the art of necromancy from his great-aunt Tizanael. But not to raise the Dead, rather to lay them to rest. He is the Abhorsen-in-Waiting, and Tizanael is the Abhorsen, the latest in a long line of people whose task it is to make sure the Dead do not return to Life.Across the Wall in Ancelstierre, a steam-age country where magic usually does not work, nineteen year-old Elinor lives a secluded life. Her only friends an old governess and an even older groom who was once a famous circus performer. Her mother is a tyrant, who is feared by all despite her sickness and impending death . . . but perhaps there is even more to fear from that.Elinor does not know she is deeply connected to the Old Kingdom, nor that magic can sometimes come across the Wall, until a plot by an ancient enemy of the Abhorsens brings Terciel and Tizanael to Ancelstierre. In a single day of fire and death and loss, Elinor finds herself set on a path which will take her into the Old Kingdom, into Terciel’s life, and will embroil her in the struggle of the Abhorsens against the Dead who will not stay dead.“One of the greatest living fantasy writers. I will never get enough of the Old Kingdom.” —Sarah J. Maas, #1 New York Times bestselling author
Teresa of Calcutta: Serving the Poorest of the Poor
by D. Jeanene WatsonA biography of the founder of the Missionary Sisters and Brothers of Charity, known for her work with the destitute and dying in the streets and slums of Calcutta and other cities.
Term Paper Resource Guide To African American History
by Caryn E. NeumannNeumann (history, Miami U. of Ohio) provides a supplemental text intended to provide high school and college students with compelling research topics for papers. It includes 100 of the most significant events in African American history, from the 16th century slave trade to Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Each topic includes an overview, suggested term paper research questions, listings of primary and secondary sources, relevant Internet Web sites, and multimedia sources. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Term Paper Resource Guide to American Indian History
by Patrick LebeauMajor help for American Indian History term papers has arrived to enrich and stimulate students in challenging and enjoyable ways.
Term Paper Resource Guide To Colonial American History
by Roger M. CarpenterAs a starting point for students in high school and up writing term papers about colonial history, this reference presents 100 entries on important historical events during the period. Each entry provides a brief overview of the event, followed by a list of term paper suggestions, which are research questions that students may modify. There are also alternative paper suggestions for creating iMovies, PowerPoint presentations, podcasts, and other formats. Some suggestions ask students to assume the role of an advisor to a historical person, or to make a counterhistorical argument. Primary sources are listed, focusing on sources that students can find easily in most libraries or on the Web. Secondary sources, web sites, and multimedia sources are also listed.
Term Paper Resource Guide To Nineteenth-Century World History
by William T. WalkerWalker (history, Chestnut Hill College) provides a guide for students to writing term papers related to nineteenth-century world history. He lists chronologically 100 historically significant events that could be used as topics for papers, with an overview of the event, term paper suggestions, alternate formats like podcasts, journal entries, and news articles, and annotated lists of primary and secondary sources, websites, and multimedia sources. Events were chosen based on their historical significance, availability of source materials, and interest to students. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Terminate (Orca Soundings #4)
by Natasha DeenJosie's friend Amanda is missing. But because she's a runaway with a history of drug use and other risky behavior, no one seems to care. Clem, the owner of the community kitchen in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside where Josie works in exchange for food, advises her to just leave well enough alone. Then a young man whose friend is also missing asks her for help. Josie learns that she, along with the other teens who helped her bring down the cop responsible for the death of her entire family, is becoming known on the street as a person who makes sure justice is done. When the battered bodies of homeless teens start filling the city's morgue, Josie and Team Retribution suspect a connection to their missing friends and begin investigating. They discover an underground fight club where at-risk youth are being forced to fight and even kill each other for sport. Josie is captured and may have to enter the ring herself to save her friends. The RETRIBUTION series: "These interconnected narratives are page-turning reads, offering adventure, intrigue, and satisfying retribution. Jace, Josie, and Raven are fiercely independent, clever, and intelligent protagonists; each has a rich backstory and an engaging narrative voice that hooks readers from the beginning. Will appeal to a wide range of readers, including reluctant readers who need a quick hook." - VOYA