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If your life has ever been touched by the love and companionship of an animal, then you will want this book by your side to hear and refer to often. In this anthology, each author shares their personal story of animals who have left a special, indelible imprint on their lives. You’ll be entertained, enchanted, and inspired by these warm, engaging celebrations of animals who have brought such joy and laughter, comfort, and protection during difficult times, and profound life lessons to which we can all relate.

Funny and whimsical rhymes for the Christmas season, to entertain you and your family and friends.

Sarah and her parents have moved from London to Cornwall to start a new life in this lovely county by the sea, but there are tales that the old house they have chosen may be haunted. What will Sarah find out about the history of the house and will the dark secrets of the past become real to her?

It is the summer of 1960, and Wendy and her friends have just left school and are looking forward to life in the outside world - a world of exciting new jobs and, perhaps, the thrill of romance. Their favorite night out is going to their local Palais, meeting the boys there, and dancing the night away to the latest music.

Revised for a new audience in a new era, Inspiring Leadership in Uncertain Times by Karlin Sloan shows you how to break through the fear to survive the long haul and create a fuller, richer, more sustainable organization. Karlin Sloan is the founder and CEO of Sloan Group International, a boutique leadership development firm that provides organizational development consulting, team facilitation, and executive coaching across the globe.

Four short stories with seasonal themes, to listen to while having a cozy cuppa tea or coffee by the fireside in winter, or sitting in your deckchair in the garden in summer, with a glass of something cold and sweet!

Sweet Potato Pie for the Spirit, Soul & Psyche is a book of wisdom, abundance, empowerment, prosperity, and success. Its purpose is to help individuals move forward in life in positive ways through increased self-improvement, self-development, self-motivation, self-reflection, self-actualization, self-determination, self-transformation and self-enhancement.

Valérie and Jake were always good friends until they discovered that Jake had been affected by the Parum est virus, also called the short man virus. Stuck at a height below three feet wasn’t bad enough but Valérie seemed to be the opposite, growing to a height of six feet and five inches.

Former social worker Elle Castillo is the host of a popular true-crime podcast that tackles cold cases of missing children in her hometown. After four seasons of successful investigations, Elle decides to tackle her white whale: the Countdown Killer, or TCK. Twenty years ago, TCK established a pattern of taking and ritualistically murdering girls, each a year younger than the last. No one’s ever known why - why he stopped abruptly with his 11-year-old victim, or why he followed the ritual at all.

Two kittens are given at Christmas to two children, who live next door to each other. They get up to lots of mischief, and have fun and adventures together that Christmas, and throughout the next year....

Interesante colección de relatos cortos de una de las maestras del género, Mercedes Abad. En ella, la autora juega con las perturbaciones en la cotidianeidad, con lo inquietante que interrumpe la rutina: un secreto que guardar, el miedo ante una primera cita, las intrigas de un grupo de amigos, la soledad del viaje... cuentos que nos hablan de tú a tú y nos explican quiénes somos.

"That place has been my whole life. Everything I thought I knew about myself was constructed in those few months I spent within touching distance of the sea. Everything I am is because Alistair loved me." Rachel has been in love with Alistair for fifteen years. Even though she’s now married to...

Join Jackson, an adventurous 8-year-old boy, and his loyal dog Jillian as they explore the City of Lights in this children's book filled with fun facts, friendship, and unforgettable moments! From the Eiffel Tower to the Louvre, from tasting croissants and crêpes to painting in Montmartre, Jackson and Jillian’s journey introduces young listeners to the rich culture, art, and history of Paris, France — all through the eyes of a curious child and his playful pup.

Sometimes, one's most sincere thoughts and feelings can only be expressed in a letter to their mother. Letters to you, to her, to no one is a moving story about a girl growing up in a Bulgarian orphanage told through intimate letters to her imaginary mother. The letters span years, recording a journey exploring friendship, loss, anorexia, and, most of all, dreams.

Just before Christmas, Freddie and Elsie are chosen by their school to go on a special Mystery Bus trip in their school bus. But the bus and its driver turn out to be very special indeed, and the children are taken to some amazing places, travelling forwards and back in time, and having some exciting and hair-raising adventures. The trip ends with a special Christmassy surprise; but they must try and outwit someone who will try and spoil Christmas for everyone.

Have you ever longed to leave everything behind and escape to a place that speaks to your soul? Shapeshifting in Key West: An Audacious Memoir takes listeners on a journey through the life of Fannie Bessie, who zigzagged through life with grace and ferocity as a mother, socialite, author, restaurateur, and columnist in Key West.