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101 Inspiring Stories


G. Francis Xavier - 2013
    G. Francis Xavier. Evidently, this harvest of stories has been gleaned from lands he visited and books he read. Xavier, who conducts full-house personal growth courses has brought out this compendium in an interactive form, making the reader give the answers at the end of the story, which is a novel approach. Stories and examples are the best way to inspire, and this volume can be gifted to anyone. It is useful for preachers, speakers and teachers. The book appeals to readers of all ages except the morose and irredeemable negaholics (negative thinking addicts) and anti-reading teenagers. It has stories to inspire and promises uninterrupted chuckles till the end. There are also quotations on success.

The Mystery of the Meanest Teacher


Ryan North - 2021
    Persuading his parents to send him to America, John arrives at the Junior Success Boarding School in Salem, Massachusetts. But once there, things don't exactly get any easier for him. He finds himself to be something of an outcast. And he is convinced that his homeroom teacher, Ms. Kayla, really has it in for him. Worse, he's convinced that's she's really a witch.Fortunately, John is able to find one kindred spirit at school with whom he's able to form an alliance--another misfit named Anna, who also happens to have her own developing magical powers. (Spoiler alert: her real name is Zatanna.) John recruits Anna in his efforts to uncover the truth about Ms. Kayla and expose the Meanest Teacher's real identity to the world.Joined by a friendly demon named Etrigan, these two amateur sleuths will uncover clues and stumble upon forces beyond their control in a humorous series of misadventures.

Warhammer: Forge of War


Dan Abnett - 2007
    On a hundred-mile front across the Northern fringes of the Empire, the defenses of man and his dwarf allies are crumbling, fear threatens to become panic, and the blood of martyrs runs ankle-deep. Here begins the hopeless quest of a ramshackle band led by a mere Greatsword Sergeant Franz Vogel. Vogel must unite his disparate band of men, mages and dwarfs to take the battle to the forces of Chaos that routed them -- but first they must first survive the secrets, both sacred and profane lurking within the primordial forest to which they fled! Will Vogel and his band find deliverance - or eternal damnation!

A Cat Story


Ursula Murray Husted - 2020
    Cilla and Betto are two friends who need a place to call home. The docks in Valletta are too wet, and the scraps of food too scarce. The city’s streets are too busy, and the humans too unreliable.But what about the quiet garden from old kitten tales—a place where all cats are welcome, and the humans are always kind? Could the stories really be true?As Cilla and Betto embark on a grand adventure to find out, they begin to spin a tale of their own—one that will take them through the art and stories of many journeyers who came before, and that will bring them to a surprising destination.

Fusion for Beginners and Experts


Rebecca Sugar - 2017
    When Gems fuse, their forms combine to create a Gem that is bigger, stronger, and more powerful than they are apart. But more importantly, Fusion is a process built on love, trust, and communication. It's like a dance that is perfectly in sync, or a conversation filled with perfect understanding. Learn all about Fusion with Steven, Garnet, Amethyst, Pearl, and the rest of the Gems on Earth as they share what Fusion--and love--mean to them.

Ghoulia


Barbara Cantini - 2017
    But things aren’t as easy as they seem for this little zombie girl—all she wants is a real friend. She tries to venture past the manor’s walls, but she can’t hide her pale green skin or the deep purple circles under her eyes. The other children will be afraid of her, and no one will want to be her friend. But when Halloween rolls around, Ghoulia hatches a brilliant plan. All the other, ordinary children will be dressed up like monsters, so Ghoulia can go out into the town and be entirely herself. In the end, all the kids realize that Ghoulia is (almost) just like them and learn that friendship can come in many forms.

LEGO Ninjago #11: Comet Crisis


Greg Farshtey - 2014
    As they race through the stars, it becomes apparent that they are not alone on the comet. Something has stowed away… Something not of their world…

Scaredy Squirrel in a Nutshell


Mélanie Watt - 2021
    Why would he ever leave? The outside is filled with dangers. Like aliens! And dust! And a certain fluffy bunny who likes to pop up! But things don't always go as planned, even for a super-prepared squirrel. When he has to venture out of his tree and onto the ground, Scaredy panics and plays dead . . . but maybe the fluffy bunny's not so scary after all?In a nutshell, Scaredy might just make a new friend, if he is brave enough. . . .

A Sticky Note Guide to Life


Chaz Hutton - 2016
    He covers all the important things: dating, working, eating, fighting gorillas, the impossible physics of toothpaste, the family history of a sock drawer, and so much more.Basically, all the big life questions that you didn’t realise needed answering.

The Invasion: A Graphic Novel


K.A. Applegate - 2020
    Ask Jake. He could tell you about the night he and his friends saw a strange light in the sky that seemed to be heading right for them. That was the night five normal kids learned that humanity is under a silent attack -- and were given the power to fight back.Now Jake, Rachel, Cassie, Tobias, and Marco can transform into some of the most dangerous creatures on Earth. And they must use that power to outsmart an evil greater than anything the world has ever seen. . . .

Sunshine in the Delta


Erica M. Sandifer - 2017
     Money, Mississippi. Just beyond the Tallahatchie River, the town is a vast, flat land with fields of corn and cotton, split in half by the long and dusty Money Road. Right alongside the road in an old shack, lives Miss Neeyla Jean, along with her six younger siblings, a mean-spirited mother, and a blatantly belligerent father. Because of her parent’s tumultuous relationship, Neeyla is responsible for caring for her siblings. As a result, she leaves school at the age of fourteen to find a job. It is then that her beautiful—but mischievous—older cousin, Reena, finds her a job housecleaning at the Bakers. Neeyla begins working for Mrs. Baker and her handsome, blue-eyed son, Henry. When Neeyla loses her younger brother to a train accident, further dividing her family, her bond with Mrs. Baker allows her to cope—and the friendship they share teaches her important life-long lessons along the way. Miss Neeyla Jean becomes the very definition of the word triumph, overcoming obstacle after obstacle, and she eventually realizes an enduring fact of life: The sun will always shine brightly after the storm.

The Everything Pet Rabbit Handbook - Your Ultimate Guide to Pet Rabbit Ownership, Training, and Care


Sarah Martin - 2013
    Make sure you can handle the responsibilities that come with pet rabbit care!Full of facts that every bunny parent should know, if your rabbit could talk they would ask you to read this book. The Everything Pet Rabbit Handbook covers all your rabbit-knowledge needs in an easy to understand format with color photos and helpful information that you can put to use immediately! Information is presented for both USA and the UK.Get your questions answered with in-depth information on:Bunny Basics: Is a rabbit a good pet for me? What equipment do I need for a pet rabbit? What should I feed a bunny to keep them healthy and ensure a long life? Finding Your Perfect Rabbit: What should I look for in a rabbit? What breeds make good pets? Where can I buy/ adopt a rabbit? What should I do to check the health and wellness of a rabbit before bringing them home? Life with Your Bunny: How do I bunny-proof my house? How should I handle my rabbit? How do I groom my rabbit? How do I introduce my new bunny to my family and kids? Health, Wellness, & Training: What about vet visits? What signs of illness should I look out for? How do I perform my own rabbit health-checks? How can I tell what my bunny is thinking? (Rabbit body language) What should I do if my rabbit bites? How do you litter box train a rabbit?And so much more! If you want to truly enjoy owning and interacting with your rabbit this is a must-read book. Also included is a recommended rabbit breed list (with descriptions), how to get involved in clubs and other rabbit-related groups, and TONS of useful tips and tricks that will ensure you have a happy and successful relationship with your rabbit.Your book also comes with free downloads from EverythingRabbit.com, which includes a health checklist, chores checklist (great for kids!), and a how-to guide for building your own transport cage.Don't put off expanding your bunny-knowledge, get this book and take the first step today!

Vague Tales


Eric Haven - 2017
    His inky, rubbery drawings buttress his black humor.Psylicon --Ruin --Pulsar --Sorceress

I Luv Halloween: Ultimate Twisted Edition


Keith Giffen - 2008
    

Long Tail Kitty


Lark Pien - 2009
    Meet Long Tail Kitty and his friends and neighbors: a bee who's friends with the flowers (at least the nice ones); Good Tall Mouse, who likes ice skating; and a family of aliens who drop in for one night of fun. The warmth and visual wit of these stories are sure to win over young readers, who will want to return again and again to Long Tail Kitty's house, by the hill, by the meadow, by the lake, by the river, by the town, by the bridge on the street where he lives.