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Author: Tracy Stopler
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781541319431
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Languages : en
Pages : 252

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Tracy Stopler, author of the award-winning novel, The Ropes That Bind, has written another thought-provoking novel, but this time it's a tale revealed as only two dog siblings could tell it. Javi, an eleven-year-old shih tzu, teaches us about the importance of friendship and the challenges of change. His diary captures the ups and downs of being a dog with a dream. The story, also shared by his baby sister, Binah, draws a relatable picture of special friends living in the suburbs, and the joys, sorrows, and strengths that unite them. Both dogs and humans are seen through a variety of lenses, but only one dog can bring everything into focus. What Readers are Saying "So charming. Although this story has an adult theme, I can still imagine someday reading it to my grandchildren." Bret Witter, co-author of the New York Times bestseller, Dewey "Tracy Stopler brings us the highs, the lows, the smells, the accidents, the love, and the losses, the entire silent opera of a dog's inner life." Ellis Weiner, author of How to Raise a Jewish Dog "Tracy Stopler has written a compassionate, entertaining, and thought-provoking novel that pulled at my heartstrings. The genre for this novel is animal fiction, with a touch of fantasy, and a dash of philosophy. This is an adult book that kids can borrow, and if your dog wants to listen, that's even better. This reminds me of The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein, where we hear the dog's point of view. I would highly recommend this thought-provoking novel that made me both laugh and cry. I'm hoping for a sequel." Linda Zagon, Linda's Book Obsessions Review What Characters in the Story are Saying "While I was discovering my true self, my best self, my dream transformed into reality. We may be different breeds, but through God's eyes we are all equal. I know this because He told me so." Javi, 11-year-old Shih Tzu "FIVE STARS for my brother Javi's incredible memoir. Javi is a role model for the dog community, reminding us all how we're here to help each other. Javi's not only my brother; he's also my superhero." Binah, 3-year-old Havanese "My best friend, Binah, discovers her brother Javi's diary. It's filled with educational and inspirational messages. Thank you, Javi." Daisy, 2-year-old Havachon "Javi's memoir captures both the human's and dog's heart from the day he is born to the day he is reborn. Although I would have liked to read more about me, it leaves me hopeful for a sequel." Chloe, 1-year-old Tibetan Terrier "Socks off to Javi and Binah for this artful tale that answers so many life questions except who's Tracy Stopler and why is her name on the cover of this book?"Cooper, 2-year-old Cockapoo "Javi is a special soul. You will laugh and cry as you discover your own strengths to overcome life's most challenging circumstances. This story will inspire you to rescue a dog or two." Dr. Noah, Veterinarian "Javi weaves a hypnotic, fairy tale that's strong enough to transform darkness into light." Tali "There are no words in any language to describe the love between a dog and his human. If only humans knew with certainty that their beloved best friends remain with them always in some way, in some form, for their existence here on Earth. I believe that now." Javier A Message from the Author This is my love story to Javi and Binah. If you love animals, especially dogs, you'll understand. "In all great fairy tales there's always a plotline where some dog goes beyond his perceived limitations. You don't have to be a superhero in order for your dreams to come true. You just need the courage to break free from your comfort zone. It's the only road to happily ever after."

Author: G. Lloyd Helm
Publisher: PublishAmerica
ISBN: 1456081284
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 312

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Javi Holis, eldest son of a successful family of tapestry makers, joins a group of religious recluses. He discovers powers hidden in a collection of Mandala designs and spends his life learning how to use them in the service of the god called the Maker of All. When a technologically superior galactic empire invades the world of Javi Holis, the invaders are considered gods. The empire pacifies Archlea, unwittingly dispersing belief in “The Design” throughout the empire where that belief then flourishes. After six hundred years, the Empire of the Kadeki “gods” is collapsing. An Archlean fair witness (a notary public) goes to the slave auctions to buy a house slave and is manipulated into buying a particular slave. He has come to protect and preserve a book of Mandalai hidden by Javi Holis before his death. This is the Book of the Design, and it must be preserved at all costs.

Author: G. Lloyd Helm
Publisher: Rogue Phoenix Press
ISBN: 1624204643
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400

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“Are the gods truly gods or just powerful humans?” The question still echoes through the city of Peshar even six hundred years after the coming of the gods. Garith Balal, a successful scribe and fair witness in the city, is pulled into the resistance to the gods through influence of a slave bought to satisfy his wife's social climbing desires. Alvis, the slave, a human from another world of the Cadeki empire, has roots in the planet Archlea where he is now a slave. He is a believer in “The Design”; the belief that all things in the universe are controlled to an unknown end by the Great Designer who created the universe.

Author: Crista McHugh
Publisher: Crista McHugh
ISBN: 1946620211
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 171

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Pampered New York Socialite and dressage rider, Kensington Pope, has been exiled by her jet-setting parents to her aunt’s Rodeo Academy in Wyoming. She wants nothing to do with the rough and tumble students there, especially one particular handsome cowboy, Javier. But she won’t be there for long. She has a plan in place to break out after her next international competition. Javier Cruz takes one look at the spoiled city girl and instantly dismisses her. The school of tough knocks has already educated him on what the important things in life are, and he has bigger things on his plate. He’s counting down the days until his eighteenth birthday when he can pull his younger siblings from the foster care program and reunite his family. But as he gets to know Kensi, he sees a kindred spirit and discovers there’s more to her than meets the eye. Kensi begins to question her desire to flee the ranch as her relationship to Javier deepens and she learns the importance of family. But when he discovers her escape plan, will he be able to trust her again? And when tragedy comes to the ranch, will Kensi be able to step up and take her place in the family?

Author: Cole Calloway
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595166822
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 454

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Follow the unusual exploits of the Blackstone family as they travel from the hot deserts of Arizona to the lush forests of Australia finally to Egypt, where the ancients still roam. The father, Dr. Greg Blackstone, a former Spcecial Forces Team Member, is called away to head up an expedition to find the temple that could house the greatest treasure the world has ever known. While searching for this lost tomb, a cutthroat band of drug dealing art thieves, known as Los Lobos, are nipping at the Blackstones’ heels. Dodging bullets and hitmen and avoiding ancient booby traps. . . the Blackstone just chaulk it up to another day on the job. Join the Blackstones as they cruise the Nile, thunder their way through ancient tombs, fight their way through the dusty streets of Cairo and rappel into danger, searching for: The Lost Tomb.

Author: Sharon Hartley
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488017042
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196

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What she wished for…and more! An adventure is exactly what Cat Sidran wants when she and two friends charter a boat for a sailing trip in the Florida Keys. Throw in a swarthy captain, and Cat has the perfect amount of excitement. Until pirates overtake them, and Captain Javi Rivas reveals himself to be an FBI agent. Working with Javi gives Cat a thrill like she's never felt before. She can handle danger for a couple of days if it means saving her friends, but anything longer… She loves her quiet life; Javi thrives on adrenaline. She needs to forget her captain…if that's even possible.

Author: Kit Hawthorne
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369737164
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 234

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Will her deepest secret… Destroy her chance at happiness? It’s hard to keep a secret in Limestone Springs, Texas, especially when you work for a trustworthy, unshakable man like Tito Mendoza. But Jenna Hamlin is determined to hide her child’s past no matter the temptation. So when an unwelcome visitor reveals the truth and Jenna needs help to keep her daughter safe, can she finally let down her guard to trust—and love—again? From Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging. Truly Texas Book 1: Hill Country Secret Book 2: Coming Home to Texas Book 3: The Texan's Secret Son Book 4: Hill Country Promise Book 5: Snowbound with the Rancher Book 6: Her Valentine Cowboy Book 7: Hill Country Home Book 8: Hill Country Hero

Author: Alexis Morgan
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369737180
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 928

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Harlequin® Heartwarming celebrates wholesome, heartfelt relationships that focus on home, family, community and love. Experience all that and more with four new novels in one collection! This Harlequin Heartwarming box set includes: SECOND CHANCE DEPUTY Heroes of Dunbar Mountain by USA TODAY bestselling author Alexis Morgan Officer Moira Fraser’s heart and trust were shattered when she saw Titus Kondrat arrested during a drug bust. Now working as a chef in her hometown, the former undercover cop wants a second chance with the woman he can’t forget… GRACE AND THE COWBOY Flaming Sky Ranch by Mary Anne Wilson Grace Bennet is stunned to learn she’s inherited a lodge near Eclipse, Wyoming—and even more shocked to be nearly arrested on her first night there! But falling for Sheriff Max Donovan might be the most surprising thing of all… HILL COUNTRY HOME Truly Texas by Kit Hawthorne Jenna Hamlin moved halfway across the country to protect her niece. Telling anyone—even her best friend, Tito Mendoza—about their past is too risky. But when a threat comes calling, will she trust Tito…or run again? THE TEACHER’S UNEXPECTED GIFT by Syndi Powell Cecily Karsten is adamant that her ailing grandfather needs rest and stability—while friend and neighbor Gus Sheridan is convinced a road trip is in order. They might agree to disagree…but can they admit their growing feelings for each other? Look for 4 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin® Heartwarming!

Author: Jennifer Mathieu
Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
ISBN: 1250232686
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 200

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From Jennifer Mathieu, the acclaimed author of Moxie - now a Netflix film - and Bad Girls Never Say Die, comes a bold novel about two young activists who find love and themselves as they tackle the threat of climate change. After Eliza’s home in Houston is destroyed by Hurricane Harvey, she is forced to transfer to Southwest High School. Traumatized by the floods and anxious in her new surroundings, Eliza throws herself into environmental activism, even if it's against the wishes of her Big Oil dad. But when she meets Javi – a boy who has experienced climate-related trauma of his own – she's finally able to connect with someone over the devastating mental effects of ecological disaster. Filled with nuanced themes of mental health, classism, and eco-anxiety, Down Came the Rain is a riveting and moving tale of friendship, first love, and what it means to grow up in an ever-changing world.

Author: Kristen Ashley
Publisher: Rock Chick LLC
ISBN: 1954680600
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 507

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We're headed back to Phoenix for the next adventure in Kristen Ashley's Rock Chick Spinoff: Avenging Angels. More will be revealed soon!