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SEAL's Family Deal
Katie Knight - 2021
As part of the royal family, she knows her obligations—and they don’t involve falling for a man like George, no matter what her heart says.When a family emergency leaves her as the heir to the throne, she must rush home to take on her new responsibilities—including marrying the suitable man her parents have chosen. There’s no place in that life for George…even when she discovers she’s pregnant with his child. A child that, as per her new husband’s demands, no one can ever know is George’s.But when Cassandra’s life is in danger, the only one she can trust to protect her—and their child—is her old lover.George never forgot Cassandra, but he has no desire to be her bodyguard. She’s a royal, and that’s not a world he wants any part of. Until she admits she’s the mother of his secret child—then all bets are off. No one hurts what’s his.His deep attraction to Cassandra soon reignites, but she is about to take the throne as queen, and he’s just a retired Navy SEAL. Can he ever be anything more than her protector?
Dewdrop
Kay O'Neill - 2020
When the yearly sports fair nears, he and his friends—Mia the weightlifting turtle, Newman the musical newt, and three minnows who love to cook—get ready to showcase their skills to the whole pond! However, as the day of the fair gets closer, Dewdrop's friends can't help putting pressure on themselves to be the best. It's up to Dewdrop to remind them how to be mindful, go at their own pace, and find joy in their own achievements.
How Did That Mouse Get In Our House
Reid Kaplan - 2020
But How?The farm animals watch as he scampers across the barnyard. But look out for the cat! Can our little friend make it all the way to the house?Join along in the fun, and find out how that mouse got in our house!
Willy the Dinosaur & the Magic Cake: Children's book about a dinosaur who learns that sharing is caring
Robert B. Grand - 2017
Book is well edited and easy for young children to understand. Willy is excited to share his fifth birthday with friends. His grandma bakes a huge cake: she tells Willy that if you eat this cake, your wishes will come true. Willy decides that he will eat the whole cake and refuses to share with his friends. They get angry and leave. Now Willy feels sad. Grandma agrees to bake another cake if Willy apologizes to his friends.Willy persuades them to return the next day. This time Willy gives all his friends huge pieces and eats only a little. What does Willy wish for and will his wish come true? Purchase a paper copy of Willy the Dinosaur and the Magic Cake and get the Kindle version, FREE
RuinWorld: Eye for An Eye
Derek Laufman - 2019
Along with plenty of not-always faithful companions, our heroes must battle dangerous tribes of Toadies, survive giant stone Golems, and stop a catastrophic world-ending disaster, all while evading a cunning gang of thieves trying in a race to the biggest treasure of all time. Cartoonist Derek Laufman (Marvel Superhero Adventures) leads an unforgettable journey as Rex and Pogo misadventure their way across the Ruinlands, facing dangerous foes and fair-weather friends alike!
That's How Much I Love You
Lisa Tawn Bergren - 2014
FREE Read-aloud audio book inside Vividly illustrated and written in the charming back-and-forth style so familiar to mothers and children around the world, a little pup tries to convince her mom that she loves her more. "Mama, do you know how much I love you?" "No more than I love you, for sure," she said. "Oh, yes I do," I said. "I love you way more than you love me." "Impossible!" she cried, snuggling close. "Do you know how many trees there are in the forest? That's how much I love you." Young readers and parents will be delighted by the book's soothing pace, beautiful images, and heart warming message.
Dreams of a Little Cornish Cottage
Nancy Barone - 2021
But having kicked out her adulterous ex-husband, her house is filled with nothing but echoes and Nat yearns for the coziness and bustle of seaside living. In particular, the rundown Lavender Cottage that has gone up for sale.But when her mother has a fall, Nat's dream of a quiet new life crumbles as she instantly brings her into her home to care for her. With her two energetic nieces then dumped on her doorstep and her recently heartbroken daughter moving back into the nest, Nat can't possibly abandon her family... Lavender cottage will just have to wait.That is until Irishman Connor enters Nat's life and makes her realize that it's okay to put herself first, and she's allowed to wish for more.
A Very Krusty Christmas (Spongebob Squarepants)
David Lewman - 2006
Krabs sees customers flocking to the Chum Bucket because of its Christmas decorations, he orders SpongeBob to get to work on the Krusty Krab. Full color.
The Single Mums' Picnic Club
Jennifer Joyce - 2018
Don’t Feed the Monster!
Sigal Adler - 2018
Don’t Feed the Monster! ************************** One day Billy Monster to his great surprise, Found out he’d won the most fabulous prize An awesome new home to live in and share With his very own kid to pester and scare!
Sheriff's Pregnant Ex
Leslie North - 2021
So when the owner of the diner hires a troubled waitress to help out, Brian agrees to provide summer lodging for her new employee.But to Brian's surprise, the waitress turns out to be his old college girlfriend, Caitlin Baker. The same Caitlin Baker he shared a night of passion with, not long ago. Still, that's all in the past. He’s got a town to protect and no time to frolic. So why does he feel so disappointed when Caitlin agrees to keep things strictly platonic?Caitlin spent most of her adult life trying to get away from a town filled with bad memories. She thought she was finally going to make it in the city, until her plans for opening a tattoo parlor went bust after her ex stole her life’s savings. Now, she’s back, and wondering if her feelings for Brian are strong enough to overcome the past…It was just supposed to be one summer. But how can she leave behind the only man she’s ever loved?
So You Want To Build a Library
Lindsay Leslie - 2021
Especially a library that kids create! A million stories high? Sure. Bathtubs? Absolutely. A full-service sundae bar? Of course. Everything is possible in this library--just like in books! Author Lindsay Leslie puts the reader in charge as the architect of a fantastical library in this imaginative picture book celebrating libraries and the joys of reading.
The Reluctant Vampire
Eric Morecambe - 1982
With illustrations by Tony Ross, this re-issue is sure to delight.A tale about an extremely unconventional vampire. This tale of laughter and ghoulish horror for seven and eight year-olds is sure to delight. Here, Eric Morecambe’s customary humour is employed for a young audience.
The Runaway Children: The heartbreaking, page-turning new historical saga from Lindsey Hutchinson for 2022
Lindsey Hutchinson - 2022
Nahusha
Gayatri Madan Dutt - 1984
Married to Ashokasundari, the beautiful daughter of Shiva and Parvati, he was elected to be the king of heaven and then his mortal mind succumbed to the sin of pride. The stories of Nahusha are taken from the Padma Purana and the Mahabharata.