Emma Smith
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[2022]
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352 pages ; 22 cm
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"Most of what we say about books is really about the words inside them: the rosy nostalgic glow for childhood reading, the lifetime companionship of a much-loved novel. But books are things as well as words, objects in our lives as well as worlds in our heads. And just as we crack their spines, loosen their leaves and write in their margins, so they disrupt and disorder us in turn. All books are, as Stephen King put it, 'a uniquely portable magic'....
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As soon as artist Robert McCloskey saw the ducks in Boston Public Garden, he knew he had to write about them. But how? Studying stuffed birds didn't help.
Would inviting some into his apartment work? What? Was he quack-ers?
For months ducklings slept on his sofa and swam in his bathtub, making incredible messes. Quack! Quack! His roommate was not amused and his neighbors complained, but Robert did not give up. As the ducklings grew, he got down...
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When spunky Maddy McGuire needs money to pay for horseback riding lessons, she decides to host a week-long pet camp. Despite many near disasters, Maddy learns that raising the money itself was much of the fun and decides to try out different businesses. Throughout the series, she discovers skills that help her be a great entrepreneur, including organization, enthusiasm, math skills, and more.
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“Bring Back the Bees”
“Crafting...
4) Madre Soltera Una Guía Práctica Para Aumentar Tu Empoderamiento: ¿Cómo Superar la Ausencia Del Padre
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¡Descubre el poder interior de las madres solteras con el libro "Madre Soltera: ¡Una Guía Práctica para Aumentar tu Empoderamiento"! Esta guía transformadora te brinda los recursos y las herramientas necesarias para superar la ausencia del padre y vivir una vida plena y en plenitud.
En estas páginas, encontrarás consejos prácticos, estrategias y recursos que te ayudarán a fortalecer tu autoestima, confianza y capacidad de enfrentar los desafíos...
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Here is a true story of how the great nations of America and England almost went to war in 1859 over a pig-but learned to share instead. In 1859, the British and Americans coexist on the small island of San Juan, located off the coast of the Pacific Northwest. They are on fairly good terms-until one fateful morning when an innocent hog owned by a British man has the misfortune to eat some potatoes on an American farmer's land. In a moment of rash...
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Gavin McNally is an eleven-year-old who lives in a small Northern California town. Just as he's preparing to enter middle school, Gavin's parents announce that the family will spend the next year traveling the country in an RV. How boring! But Gavin learns that a year in an RV can be many things-terrifying, death-defying, action-packed-but it's definitely not boring!
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Book 1: “Escaping the Fire”
Book 2: “Weathering the Blizzard”
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Explore "The Value of Recognition: Building Self-Confidence through Appreciation and Success" Dive into the inspiring realm of self-assurance and personal growth with our groundbreaking book, "The Value of Recognition." Discover how to fortify your self-esteem and lead a fulfilling life brimming with confidence and achievement.Within these captivating pages, you'll delve into the profound significance of recognition, appreciation, and self-acceptance...
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Discover "Courageous in Chaos: How to Find Calm in Turbulent Times" – your essential companion on the journey to inner peace and strength!
In a world often marked by unrest and turmoil, this book serves as a guide to finding tranquility amidst life's storms. Dive into its inspiring chapters, which will help you strengthen your inner core and cultivate resilience.
Learn how to navigate life's challenges with courage and composure. From the importance...