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Three Things About Emmy Crawford
by Allison L. BitzIn this coming-of-age novel perfect for fans of Lynn Painter and Rebecca Lynn Solomon, nothing can derail Emmy Crawford, the type-A daughter of a senator, from relentlessly pursuing her dreams—not Crohn’s disease, the paparazzi, or even heartbreak. "Emotional, sweet, and ridiculously swoony, this book is a must-read." —Lynn Painter, New York Times Bestselling Author of Better Than the MoviesThere are three things high school senior Emmy Crawford will accomplish, no matter what: Taking Nationals in debate this season.Shielding her sister, Issy, from anything that could hurt her, especially her anxiety.Representing her family well, since her mom may be the next president.And nothing can get in Emmy's way. Not Crohn’s disease, even if her gut has been acting up. Not the paparazzi, who snap any photos they can get of the daughters of a presidential candidate. And definitely not her feelings for Gabe Castillo, the only debater in DC who stands a chance at beating her—and who she used to be on secret kissing terms with, before he ghosted her. When Gabe unexpectedly returns to the debate scene and Issy starts crushing on him, Emmy works harder than ever to keep her eyes on winning and off her aching heart and body, because the alternative means losing the three things that matter most.
Three Things I Know Are True
by Betty CulleyFans of Jandy Nelson and Marieke Nijkamp will love this deeply moving novel in verse about the aftermath of a gun accident. <P><P>Life changes forever for Liv when her older brother, Jonah, accidentally shoots himself with his best friend Clay’s father’s gun. Now Jonah needs round-the-clock care just to stay alive, and Liv feels like she’s the only person who can see that her brother is still there inside his broken body. <P><P>With Liv’s mom suing Clay’s family, there are divisions in the community that Liv knows she’s not supposed to cross. But Clay is her friend, too, and she refuses to turn away from him—just like she refuses to give up on Jonah. <P><P>This powerful novel is a stunning exploration of tragedy, grief, compassion, and forgiveness.
Three Times the Charm
by Caitlin Ricci A. M. Burns Kimberly Cooper GriffinSurviving senior year is hard enough. Saving a friend might be impossible. When longtime friends Raine and Amelia meet new student Mel, a shameless flirt and open lesbian, it casts their feelings for each other in a different light. Soon the affection between the three girls grows into an attraction they’re eager to explore. But even as new love blooms, a secret Amelia’s been hiding for years demands their attention. Amelia has an eating disorder, and even if she’s in denial, the disease is threatening her health—and her life. She’ll need the support of her friends to recover as the relationship faces its first test… one they must pass before it’s too late for Amelia.
Three and a Pigeon
by Kitty BarneAfter their home is destroyed by a bom, 10-year-old Sandy and 13-year-olds Tess and Ivy move with their father to a farmhouse in the country. They meet a mysterious Belgian refugee, Emile, who works on an adjoining farm and is an expert on raising pigeons. Emile teaches them to raise and train homing pigeons, though he remains secretive about his own life and situation. The children devise a plot to unmask a Black Marketeer, using one of their pigeons to relay a crucial message. This is a lovely period piece, with well-drawn characters, lots of British ironic humor, and plenty of lore about pigeons.
Three's a Crowd (Sweet Valley Twins #7)
by Jamie Suzanne Francine PascalMaking waves... For once, identical twins Elizabeth and Jessica Wakefield agree on something! Their friend, Mary Giaccio, spends too much time at their house. Mary is a foster child in the Altman family, but she's acting like part of the Wakefield family. If there's one thing Jessica and Elizabeth don't need, it's a third twin! They're desperate to find some way to discourage Mary. Then Jessica overhears a private talk between her parents about Mary's future. Now she knows something that could solve the twins' problem and make Mary happy too. But Elizabeth warns Jessica against spreading her news. Does Jessica have any right to interfere with Mary's life?
Three-ring Inferno (The Thorne Twins Adventure Books. #7)
by Dayle CourtneyA ring of motorcycles formed a semicircle around the house, their headlights turned on full. Their riders were chanting something--it sounded like a tribal war chant, designed to spook their enemies. They were after a boy named Neal Richards, who was staying with Eric and Alison Thorne and their father. Neal had been arrested for robbery and assault, and had been in jail until Randall Thorne bailed him out and took him home. Neal could be free from suspicion only if he agreed to testify against his former friends, the members of the motorcycle gang he once belonged to. Meanwhile. Eric, Aison. and Neal all find summer jobs with the circus. Just when everything seems to be working out well, Neal's past catches up with him. The gang members threaten to kill Neal and the twins if Neal testifies against a former member. Read more about the teenage Thorne Twins who find excitement, trouble, even death wherever they go from the Bookshare library. Look for #1 Flight to Terror, #2 Escape From Eden, #4 The Ivy Plot, #6 Omen of the Flying Light , #9 The Foxworth Hunt, #12 Tower of Flames, #13 The Trail of Bigfoot, #14 Shadow of Fear and #17 The Great UFO Chase with more on the way.
Thrill Seekers: 15 Remarkable Women in Extreme Sports (Women of Power)
by Ann McCallum StaatsWhat is the allure of the extreme? Who are the women who seek out and excel at sports outside the conventional, such as cave diving, wingsuit flying, or Formula 1 racing? This collection of female adventure dynamos is as fascinating as it is empowering. Thrill Seekers introduces readers to a diverse and fascinating selection of women whose determination, grit, and courage have propelled each of them into a life far from the sidelines. Each chapter introduces readers to modern role models and leaders, change-makers who opt into a life of risk—but one of astonishing rewards. Their stories inspire young people to approach life with the same bold resolve.
Thriving with ADHD Workbook for Teens: Improve Focus, Get Organized, and Succeed
by Allison TylerBuild focus, organization skills, and self-confidence with this supportive ADHD workbook for teens ages 12 to 17Does it feel hard to stay organized sometimes? Do homework assignments sneak up on you? Having ADHD can feel overwhelming, but the Thriving with ADHD Workbook for Teens gives you the tools to understand how ADHD works, and actionable ways that you can use it to your advantage. Learn about some of your untapped strengths and see how you can channel your newly identified talents at school, in sports, and with friends.Inside this ADHD workbook for kids 12 to 17 you'll find:Ways to get to know your brain—This ADHD book for kids and teens helps you understand how your executive functioning skills work to help you organize, plan, react, and more.Frequently asked, always answered—Go beyond other books for kids with ADHD with a Q&A section that provides answers to common questions that young people with ADHD often ask.Advice you can use—Discover everyday tools that give you simple but effective strategies for approaching routine things like homework, hobbies, chores, relationships, and more.Learn how you can thrive with ADHD through the engaging activities in this ADHD book for teens.
Throat Culture (Body of Evidence #10)
by Christopher Golden Rick Hautala"Shayna tried to speak, but her throat was closed off. Her breath came in short, sharp gasps....Frank cradled her head in his lap, frantic as he looked up at the crowd. 'Is there an ambulance on the way?' " Wedding bells are ringing for Jenna Blake's dad, and she couldn't be happier for him. His new wife, Shayna, is just the greatest. And their wedding luncheon is perfect -- until the food arrives. When guests start experiencing unusual symptoms, Jenna knows something is terribly wrong. Then all too quickly, Shayna winds up paralyzed. But Shayna's not the only victim. The mysterious illness begins to sweep Jenna's college campus, leaving two students dead. Doctors suspect that this is no ordinary virus. Highly unusual and destructive, it could only be the work of human hands. While the Center for Disease Control is blanketing the campus, Jenna and the rest of the medical examiner's team scramble to put the pieces together. But the longer it takes to solve the puzzle, the more critical the situation becomes.... Because this virus is deadly -- and very contagious.
Throne Of Glass (Throne of Glass #1)
by Sarah J. MaasAfter serving out a year of hard labor in the salt mines of Endovier for her crimes, 18-year-old assassin Celaena Sardothien is dragged before the Crown Prince. Prince Dorian offers her her freedom on one condition: she must act as his champion in a competition to find a new royal assassin. <p><p> Her opponents are men-thieves and assassins and warriors from across the empire, each sponsored by a member of the king's council. If she beats her opponents in a series of eliminations, she'll serve the kingdom for three years and then be granted her freedom. <p> Celaena finds her training sessions with the captain of the guard, Westfall, challenging and exhilirating. But she's bored stiff by court life. Things get a little more interesting when the prince starts to show interest in her... but it's the gruff Captain Westfall who seems to understand her best. <p> Then one of the other contestants turns up dead... quickly followed by another. Can Celaena figure out who the killer is before she becomes a victim? As the young assassin investigates, her search leads her to discover a greater destiny than she could possibly have imagined.
Throne of Death: A Young Adult Paranormal Academy Romance (Academy of the Damned #4)
by Veronica ShadeMadison’s search for the Soule Grimoire could get her expelled…if it doesn’t get her killed, first.Madison enrolled at La Voisin hoping to get control of her magic abilities; she never expected that to lead her to series of murder mysteries in the supernatural community.One mystery, however, is even bigger and more ominous than all the rest: What happened to the Soule Coven? The secrets lie in a grimoire hidden in New Orleans, and it ends up being Madison’s best friend from the mundane world who helps her retrieve the books with the help of a Voodoo Priestess.But retrieving the grimoire is only half the battle. As Madison and her friends race to save the Soule Coven before those imprisoning them realize their plot has been uncovered, they soon learn the nefarious history of La Voisin runs deeper than they thought.As does Madison’s own history…Fans of Stephenie Meyers’ Twilight and Bella Forrest’s Harley Merlin series will devour Crown of Blood, book three of Veronica Shade’s Academy of the Damned.Scroll up and one-click to continue reading this haunting, slow burn paranormal academy romance today.
Thronebreakers (Crownchasers #2)
by Rebecca CoffindafferPerfect for fans of Aurora Rising, The Hunger Games, and Three Dark Crowns, this electrifying duology closer is jam-packed with tension and thrills that will hook readers from its first page. Alyssa Farshot never wanted to rule the empire. But to honor her uncle’s dying wish, she participated in the crownchase, a race across the empire’s 1,001 planets to find the royal seal and win the throne. Alyssa tried to help her friend, Coy, win the crownchase, but just as victory was within their grasp, Edgar Voles killed Coy—and claimed the seal for himself. Broken-hearted over her friend’s death, Alyssa is hell-bent on revenge. But Edgar is well protected in the kingship. Alyssa will have to rally rivals, friends, and foes from across the empire to take him down and change the course of the galaxy.
Through Otis's Eyes: Lessons from a Guide Dog Puppy
by Patricia Burlin Kennedy Robert ChristieFrom the book jacket: "This admirable little puppy helps us to see past our busy daily lives and to focus on what's enduring and important. guiding eyes for the blind enthusiastically recommends this work..." RICHARD ABBOTT, VICE PRESIDENT Guiding Eyes for the Blind, Inc. This delightful book is not completely accessible to those with print disabilities with the aid of picture descriptions.
Through Thick and Thin (London Confidential Ser. #2)
by Sandra ByrdFifteen-year-old Savvy Smith, an American living near London, sees her chance to write a full column for her school newspaper, and must rely on her Christian faith when she is forced to choose between friends, family, and fame.
Through the Dark (Darkest Minds)
by Alexandra BrackenDon't miss this breathtaking collection of stories set in the world of the best-selling Darkest Minds trilogy. Featuring ebook original novellas In Time and Sparks Rise, available in print for the first time, and a gripping, brand-new novella, Through the Dark is a must-have for fans of the Darkest Minds.
Through the Dark: A collection of three novellas (A Darkest Minds Novel #5)
by Alexandra BrackenFrom New York Times bestselling author Alexandra Bracken comes a collection of three hauntingly beautiful novellas set in the world of the Darkest Minds series.In the most harrowing of times, it takes a ferocious strength to not only survive, but stand up for those who cannot fight their own battles. The characters in these stories - some new, some familiar - face impossible missions, and the hardest of all may be protecting the last flicker of hope in a seemingly endless night. This is a must-have for fans of the Darkest Minds.IN TIME A desperate young man is forced to make a terrible choice between his own survival and the future of a little girl. The girl won't speak, but she changes his life in ways he could never imagine.SPARKS RISE A spark of light brightens the brutal world when a girl named Sam encounters her childhood best friend at the government-run 'rehabilitation' camp, Thurmond. Lucas and Sam form a risky escape plan, but sometimes even love isn't powerful enough to overcome unspeakable cruelty. BEYOND THE NIGHT The camps are closed and the tyrant president has been deposed. But for many Psi kids living rough, there is no home to return to, no place in a country devastated by the past and anxious about the future. Every day is a struggle for Sam - at least at Thurmond she knew the rules. Her new found freedom is filled with uncertainty and fear. But there's more at stake than Sam's own survival. She once made a promise to someone she loves, and the time has come to fulfill it.'Haunting ... Bracken creates a gripping and terrifying dystopian world' - Kirkus ReviewsAlexandra Bracken is the New York Times bestselling author of Passenger, Wayfarer and The Darkest Mindsseries. Visit her online at www.alexandrabracken.com and on Twitter @alexbracken.
Through the Eyes of a Child: An Introduction to Children's Literature
by Donna E. Norton Saundra NortonNo text better prepares you for evaluating, choosing, and sharing quality children's literature thanThrough the Eyes of a Child: An Introduction to Children's Literature. This streamlined eighth edition continues to provide a visually stunning, theoretically sound, comprehensive overview of children's literature. Sharpened focus on contemporary issues in the field, deepened coverage of biography and informational books, and newly integrated technology give this new edition added relevance in the changing field. In addition to the text's contemporary and valuable information on literature for younger readers, some of the brightest stars of children's literature lend their talents to the new edition, providing insight into the craft and addressing the changing needs of middle grades readers.
Through the Hidden Door
by Rosemary WellsAvoiding a group of bullies, Barney Pennimen and his friend Snowy discover a cave with an amazing secretBarney Penniman is afraid of his eighth grade friends at boarding school. Since they&’re the nastiest guys at school, Barney is safe from being teased, but the gang&’s bullying finally pushes Barney too far, and he finds himself alone. Then Snowy Cobb, an elf-like, ostracized younger boy, makes a sudden appearance in Barney&’s life. And when Snowy finds a mysterious bone on campus, the boys try to determine its origins. Their investigation leads them to a deep, dark, sandy-bottomed cave, and what they discover beneath the sand will test their beliefs—and everything they hold dear. This adventure story was the runner-up for an Edgar Award. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Rosemary Wells including rare images from the author&’s collection.
Through the Looking-Glass
by Lewis CarrollThis 1872 sequel to Lewis Carroll's beloved Alice's Adventures in Wonderland finds the inquisitive heroine in a fantastic land where everything is reversed. Looking-glass land, a topsy-turvy world lurking just behind the mirror over Alice's mantel, is a fantastic realm of live chessmen, madcap kings and queens, strange mythological creatures, talking flowers and puddings, and rude insects.
Through the Night
by Lynette E. TheisenOne dream can change everything . . . A teenage girl is torn between faith and temptation in this thrilling novel of spiritual reckoning.Renee Lewis has a simple and uneventful life, vying for the role of valedictorian, spending time at church, and hanging out with her best friend. But after a distracting dream, she wakes up on the morning of her sixteenth birthday longing for a change.She gets what she wants in the form of Kyran, a devilishly handsome young man who unexpectedly shows up at her school. His over-the-top charm eventually wins her over, and it isn’t long before temptations and tribulations, unlike any she’s ever faced before, begin to change the course of Renee’s life. This once sheltered and in-control girl becomes lost and confused, turning to worldly desires to ease her pain. Aware that Renee is in constant danger from the dark side, God assigns a very special angel to protect her. And so the immense fight for Renee’s soul begins—one that will impact not only her friends and family but also the quaint town of Westcliffe, Colorado.As exciting battles are waged between the forces of good and evil, the message of spiritual warfare resonates on every page of Through the Night. Unexpected twists and turn keep the reader on edge, making one thing very clear: God is always in control even when all hope seems lost. Complete with humor, suspense, and scripture, Through the Night will keep its audience captivated and leave readers wanting more.
Through the Veil, (Circle of Three Book #9)
by Isobel BirdAs the year comes to an ending, in the hour 'tween old and new, part the veil and let pass the spirits who would travel through. As Annie, Kate, and Cooper prepare for Samhain, or Halloween, they are filled with anticipation. It is a time when the veil between the worlds is thin, and those who have passed into the spirit world may be more easily contacted. Those Annie holds dear dwell behind this veil already -- will she find them on this eve of Wiccan celebration?
Through the White Wood
by Jessica LeakeThe Bear and the Nightingale meets Frostblood in this lushly romantic and intensely imaginative historical fantasy from the author of Beyond a Darkened Shore!When Katya loses control of her power to freeze, her villagers banish her to the palace of the terrifying Prince Sasha in Kiev. Expecting punishment, she is surprised to find instead that Sasha is just like her—with the ability to summon fire. Sasha offers Katya friendship and the chance to embrace her power rather than fear it. But outside the walls of Kiev, Sasha’s enemies are organizing an army of people bent on taking over the entire world.Together, Katya’s and Sasha’s powers are a fearsome weapon. But as their enemies draw nearer, will fire and frost be enough to save the world? Or will Katya and Sasha lose everything they hold dear?
Throw Like A Girl: How to Dream Big and Believe in Yourself
by Jennie Finch Ann KillionThe evidence is overwhelming: sports help girls grow into strong women. Both scientific studies and anecdotal evidence confirm that athletic girls not only grow up to be healthier; they learn teamwork, gain inner confidence, and grow into society's leaders. Sports help preteen and teenage girls make the right choices in a society that is sending them incredibly mixed messages about who they are supposed to be. Yet no one is speaking directly to these girls. Jennie fills the role of girlfriend, big sister, team captain, and mentor. A smart, credible, and accomplished voice from an athlete who is strong and feminine, fiercely competitive, and fashionably cool, Jennie is someone young women will listen to and take to heart. Jennie's message: Believe in yourself. Go for it, girls.
Throw Like a Girl
by Sarah HenningFriday Night Lights meets Morgan Matson's The Unexpected Everything in this contemporary debut where swoonworthy romance meets underdog sports story. When softball star Liv Rodinsky throws one ill-advised punch during the most important game of the year, she loses her scholarship to her fancy private school, her boyfriend, and her teammates all in one fell swoop. With no other options, Liv is forced to transfer to the nearest public school, Northland, where she'll have to convince its coach she deserves a spot on the softball team, all while facing both her ex and the teammates of the girl she punched... Every. Single. Day. Enter Grey, the injured star quarterback with amazing hair and a foolproof plan: if Liv joins the football team as his temporary replacement, he'll make sure she gets a spot on the softball team in the spring. But it will take more than just a flawless spiral for Liv to find acceptance in Northland's halls, and behind that charismatic smile, Grey may not be so perfect after all.With well-drawn characters and a charming quarterback love interest who's got brains as well as brawn, Throw Like a Girl will have readers swooning from the very first page.
Throwaway Daughter
by Ting-Xing YeA Canadian teenager travels to China to explore her ancestry and search for her birth mother in a dramatic and moving YA novel.Throwaway Daughter tells the story of Grace Dong-mei Parker, whose biggest concern is how to distill her adoption from China into the neat blanks of her personal history assignment. Aside from the unwelcome reminders of difference, Grace loves passing for the typical Canadian teen — until the day she witnesses the Tiananmen massacre on the news. Horrified, she sets out to explore her Chinese ancestry, only to discover that she was one of the thousands of infant girls abandoned in China since the introduction of the one-child policy, strictly enforced by the Communist government. But Grace was one of the lucky ones, adopted as a baby by a loving Canadian couple. With the encouragement of her adoptive parents, she studies Chinese and travels back to China in search of her birth mother. She manages to locate the village where she was born, but at first no one is willing to help her. However, Grace never gives up and, finally, she is reunited with her birth mother, discovering through this emotional bond the truth of what happened to her almost twenty years before.