Author: B. S. Fleming Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc. ISBN: 1098093003 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 78
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We are all works in progress; therefore, the challenge is not in never falling down. The challenge is in getting up and trying again. I truly believe that each of us has a story to tell. As a matter of fact, as I was writing this book, many people shared with me that they had a story they wanted to tell. It is my sincere hope that sharing the challenges I encountered in life and how I got through those challenges will provide motivation and inspiration as you go through your life challenges. There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you. (Maya Angelou, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings) This book is written for young, old, male, and female alike. It is a story of challenge, faith, courage, and determination. The examples in this story reaffirm that all things are possible through God and that if we develop a relationship through worship, prayer, and study, when he speaks to us, we will hear him loudly and clearly. We need to understand that it is not enough to just hear God when he speaks to us, but we must be obedient and do what he tells us to do. Belief, faith, and trust in God are what brought me through the challenges in my life. Even during those times when I wanted to give up, I continued to believe, and in many cases, my faith grew stronger because I knew he was with me and that his grace would carry me through whatever it was I was going through. But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. (Isaiah 40:31) Please enjoy reading my story and know that it has been written with sincerity, love, and prayer. Know that this book is a gift from God that I share as a gift to you.
Author: Setha M. Low Publisher: Oxford University Press ISBN: 0197543731 Category : Political Science Languages : en Pages : 337
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'Why Public Space Matters' examines how public space contributes to individual and societal flourishing. Based on thirty-five years of ethnographic fieldwork on plazas, walkways, parks, markets and beaches in the United States, Costa Rica, Argentina, India, Kenya and France, it presents a new understanding of the role of social contact, public culture and affective atmosphere in the creation of places essential to everyday urban life.
Author: Alison Green Publisher: Ballantine Books ISBN: 0399181822 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 306
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From the creator of the popular website Ask a Manager and New York’s work-advice columnist comes a witty, practical guide to 200 difficult professional conversations—featuring all-new advice! There’s a reason Alison Green has been called “the Dear Abby of the work world.” Ten years as a workplace-advice columnist have taught her that people avoid awkward conversations in the office because they simply don’t know what to say. Thankfully, Green does—and in this incredibly helpful book, she tackles the tough discussions you may need to have during your career. You’ll learn what to say when • coworkers push their work on you—then take credit for it • you accidentally trash-talk someone in an email then hit “reply all” • you’re being micromanaged—or not being managed at all • you catch a colleague in a lie • your boss seems unhappy with your work • your cubemate’s loud speakerphone is making you homicidal • you got drunk at the holiday party Praise for Ask a Manager “A must-read for anyone who works . . . [Alison Green’s] advice boils down to the idea that you should be professional (even when others are not) and that communicating in a straightforward manner with candor and kindness will get you far, no matter where you work.”—Booklist (starred review) “The author’s friendly, warm, no-nonsense writing is a pleasure to read, and her advice can be widely applied to relationships in all areas of readers’ lives. Ideal for anyone new to the job market or new to management, or anyone hoping to improve their work experience.”—Library Journal (starred review) “I am a huge fan of Alison Green’s Ask a Manager column. This book is even better. It teaches us how to deal with many of the most vexing big and little problems in our workplaces—and to do so with grace, confidence, and a sense of humor.”—Robert Sutton, Stanford professor and author of The No Asshole Rule and The Asshole Survival Guide “Ask a Manager is the ultimate playbook for navigating the traditional workforce in a diplomatic but firm way.”—Erin Lowry, author of Broke Millennial: Stop Scraping By and Get Your Financial Life Together
Author: Patricia Grisafi Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 1119782384 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 132
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A practical guide to Sylvia Plath’s works for middle and secondary school students One of the most dynamic and admired poets of the 20th century, Sylvia Plath wrote work about war, motherhood, jealousy, rage, grief, death, and mental illness that challenged preconceptions about what poetry should be about. The enduring power of Plath’s poetry and prose continues to attract and fascinate a multitude of readers. Best known for her poems "Daddy" and "Lady Lazarus" and the novel The Bell Jar, Plath starkly expressed a sense of alienation closely linked to both her personal experiences and the to the wider situation of women throughout mid-twentieth-century America. With an eye towards demythologizing Plath and focusing on her achievements, Breaking Down Plath aims to contextualize Plath’s work in the larger scheme of Cold War-era gender politics, debates about mental health, and anxiety about global conflict. Breaking Down Plath informs readers of essential facts about Sylvia Plath’s life and explores the works of the influential and controversial American poet, novelist, and short-story writer. Author Patricia Grisafi contextualizes and clarifies important underlying themes in Plath’s works while providing insight into how interest in Plath’s work developed, how the story of Plath’s life has been told, what we still need to discover about her, and why her life and art matter. Breaking Down Plath: Presents a critical biography of Plath’s life Offers a thematic tour through Plath's, short fiction, journals, and letters Explores the recurrent themes in Plath’s poetry Features an overview of the reception of Plath’s work Discusses the role of Plath in contemporary popular culture This book is a primer for younger or new Plath readers and a welcome addition to the toolbox used by educators, parents, and anyone interested in or studying Plath’s life and work.
Author: Karen Buley Publisher: The Wild Rose Press Inc ISBN: 1509230386 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 363
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Beth Jorgennson crawls from the wreckage of widowhood into a woodworking class for women. Her four younger classmates spill their secrets during friendly get-togethers, but she keeps hers safe within her guarded heart. Over time, Beth learns to rely on new friends instead of clinging to memories of her late husband. But when a secret from her past reappears, Beth isn't certain if she can handle her world being upended again.
Author: Kaela Noel Publisher: HarperCollins ISBN: 0062955993 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 286
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“An unforgettable story of friendship, love, and finding your flock.” —Erin Entrada Kelly, Newbery Medal-winning author of Hello, Universe In this exceptional debut, one young girl’s determination to save the flock she calls family creates a lasting impact on her community and in her heart. Gorgeous and literary, this is an unforgettable animal story about friendship, family, home, and belonging. For readers who love books by Kate DiCamillo and Katherine Applegate. Ten years ago, an impossible thing happened: a flock of pigeons picked up a human baby who had been abandoned in an empty lot and carried her, bundled in blankets, to their roof. Coo has lived her entire life on the rooftop with the pigeons who saved her. It’s the only home she’s ever known. But then a hungry hawk nearly kills Burr, the pigeon she loves most, and leaves him gravely hurt. Coo must make a perilous trip to the ground for the first time to find Tully, a retired postal worker who occasionally feeds Coo’s flock, and who can heal injured birds. Tully mends Burr’s broken wing and coaxes Coo from her isolated life. Living with Tully, Coo experiences warmth, safety, and human relationships for the first time. But just as Coo is beginning to blossom, she learns the human world is infinitely more complex?and cruel?than she could have imagined. This remarkable debut novel will captivate readers from the very first line. Coo examines the bonds that make us family, the possibilities of love, and the importance of being true to yourself. Fans of Katherine Applegate, Kate DiCamillo, and Barbara O’Connor will devour this extraordinary story. Features black-and-white spot art throughout.
Author: Helen Kain Publisher: ISBN: 9781649701244 Category : Languages : en Pages :
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From Helen Kain, author of the popular Entertablement.com blog on table settings, food, celebrations and travel comes this elegant book filled with previously unpublished table finery and delectable food. The book thoughtfully begins with the basics like white tableware, neutral runners, white napkins and clear glassware and builds from there, adding layers and colour to suit the occasion, and to delight family and guests of all ages. Helen writes, "I strive to make guests feel welcome, let family know they're both important and cared for, and build memories, especially for the youngest generation of five granddaughters." Narrated with just the right balance of wit and wisdom, flowers and found items often take centre stage, transforming the basics into something unique and truly special.The recipes are thoroughly explained, beautifully prepared and served up with style equal to the lovely tablescapes.Filled with inspiration, from simple to sumptuous, the stunning photography and beautiful, timeless settings in Entertablement - The Four Seasons, will make this collectable book a favorite for generations to come.
Author: Jenny Lawson Publisher: Henry Holt and Company ISBN: 1250077052 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 304
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An Instant New York Times Bestseller From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Furiously Happy and Let’s Pretend This Never Happened comes a deeply relatable book filled with humor and honesty about depression and anxiety. As Jenny Lawson’s hundreds of thousands of fans know, she suffers from depression. In Broken, Jenny brings readers along on her mental and physical health journey, offering heartbreaking and hilarious anecdotes along the way. With people experiencing anxiety and depression now more than ever, Jenny humanizes what we all face in an all-too-real way, reassuring us that we’re not alone and making us laugh while doing it. From the business ideas that she wants to pitch to Shark Tank to the reason why Jenny can never go back to the post office, Broken leaves nothing to the imagination in the most satisfying way. And of course, Jenny’s long-suffering husband Victor—the Ricky to Jenny’s Lucille Ball—is present throughout. A treat for Jenny Lawson’s already existing fans, and destined to convert new ones, Broken is a beacon of hope and a wellspring of laughter when we all need it most. Includes Photographs and Illustrations
Author: Sam Weller Publisher: Harper Collins ISBN: 0062245066 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 438
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Accomplished journalist Sam Weller met the Ray Bradbury while writing a cover story for the Chicago Tribune Magazine and spent hundreds of hours interviewing Bradbury, his editors, family members, and longtime friends. With unprecedented access to private archives, he uncovered never–before–published letters, documents, and photographs that help tell the story of this literary genius and his remarkable creative journey. The result is a richly textured, detailed biography that illuminates the origins and accomplishments of Bradbury's fascinating mind.
Author: B. S. Fleming
Author: Setha M. Low
Author: Alison Green
Author: Patricia Grisafi
Author: Karen Buley
Author: Kaela Noel
Author: Helen Kain
Author: Jenny Lawson
Author: Laurence Anholt
Author: Sam Weller