Author: Zoey Abbott
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 152530562X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
A plucky, self-determined girl gets an unexpected houseguest. Since her parents are ogres of the worst kind, Clementine is relieved when her mother is snatched by dragons and her father lost at sea in a bottle. Now she eats when she pleases, does her hair as she likes, or not. She’s happy. But when a lion appears, uninvited, in her living room, Clementine’s pleasant world is suddenly upended. After he eats all the food and wrecks the house, Clementine realizes there’s nothing she can do but leave. Or is there? Seeing her handle life with such courage and aplomb, kids will be searching for their own inner Clementine!
Clementine and the Lion
Author: Zoey Abbott
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 152530562X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
A plucky, self-determined girl gets an unexpected houseguest. Since her parents are ogres of the worst kind, Clementine is relieved when her mother is snatched by dragons and her father lost at sea in a bottle. Now she eats when she pleases, does her hair as she likes, or not. She’s happy. But when a lion appears, uninvited, in her living room, Clementine’s pleasant world is suddenly upended. After he eats all the food and wrecks the house, Clementine realizes there’s nothing she can do but leave. Or is there? Seeing her handle life with such courage and aplomb, kids will be searching for their own inner Clementine!
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 152530562X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
A plucky, self-determined girl gets an unexpected houseguest. Since her parents are ogres of the worst kind, Clementine is relieved when her mother is snatched by dragons and her father lost at sea in a bottle. Now she eats when she pleases, does her hair as she likes, or not. She’s happy. But when a lion appears, uninvited, in her living room, Clementine’s pleasant world is suddenly upended. After he eats all the food and wrecks the house, Clementine realizes there’s nothing she can do but leave. Or is there? Seeing her handle life with such courage and aplomb, kids will be searching for their own inner Clementine!
Grace and the Golden Mountain
Author: Diann Maree
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982297069
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
Raised in beautiful tropical rainforests, Grace grows up on a farm with many animals, from horses to cows and even pigs. Grace always enjoys her special relationship with the animals and her gift of knowing when and if something is wrong. When her father invites the “pig man” to work on the farm, things begin to change. Grace feels that the pig man is no good, and she is threatened with the possibility of losing her beloved farm and her instinctual connection with the animals. Soon, a black horse with red eyes appears that only Grace can see, making her frightened. Grace’s kind grandpa mentions a woman named Maree, who is rumored to help people find things they have lost, and Grace knows what she must do. She sets out with her beloved horse, Pepper, to find Maree and the answers she seeks. This journey takes Grace to unfamiliar places, where she discovers new friends and makes her way to the Golden Mountain for the key to uncovering her true self.
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982297069
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
Raised in beautiful tropical rainforests, Grace grows up on a farm with many animals, from horses to cows and even pigs. Grace always enjoys her special relationship with the animals and her gift of knowing when and if something is wrong. When her father invites the “pig man” to work on the farm, things begin to change. Grace feels that the pig man is no good, and she is threatened with the possibility of losing her beloved farm and her instinctual connection with the animals. Soon, a black horse with red eyes appears that only Grace can see, making her frightened. Grace’s kind grandpa mentions a woman named Maree, who is rumored to help people find things they have lost, and Grace knows what she must do. She sets out with her beloved horse, Pepper, to find Maree and the answers she seeks. This journey takes Grace to unfamiliar places, where she discovers new friends and makes her way to the Golden Mountain for the key to uncovering her true self.
Behind the Lace
Author: H. A. Lamb
Publisher: Tate Publishing
ISBN: 1618626922
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
Before Cinderella meets the prince, before she loses her glass slipper, before the happily ever after, there was the stepmother. Thrown into a forced marriage, she is haunted by her past, by her love for another man, and by her inability to hope for her own happily ever after. So much happened before the ball. So much happened "Behind the Lace."--Book cover.
Publisher: Tate Publishing
ISBN: 1618626922
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
Before Cinderella meets the prince, before she loses her glass slipper, before the happily ever after, there was the stepmother. Thrown into a forced marriage, she is haunted by her past, by her love for another man, and by her inability to hope for her own happily ever after. So much happened before the ball. So much happened "Behind the Lace."--Book cover.
Foxfire 9
Author: Foxfire Fund, Inc.
Publisher: Anchor
ISBN: 0385177445
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
First published in 1972, The Foxfire Book was a surprise bestseller that brought Appalachia's philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of readers. Whether you wanted to hunt game, bake the old-fashioned way, or learn the art of successful moonshining, The Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center had a contact who could teach you how with clear, step-by-step instructions. The ninth volume of the series includes information about general stores, the Jud Nelson wagon, a praying rock, a Catawban Indian potter, "haint" tales, quilting, home cures, and more on the log cabin.
Publisher: Anchor
ISBN: 0385177445
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
First published in 1972, The Foxfire Book was a surprise bestseller that brought Appalachia's philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of readers. Whether you wanted to hunt game, bake the old-fashioned way, or learn the art of successful moonshining, The Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center had a contact who could teach you how with clear, step-by-step instructions. The ninth volume of the series includes information about general stores, the Jud Nelson wagon, a praying rock, a Catawban Indian potter, "haint" tales, quilting, home cures, and more on the log cabin.
How to Think Like a Horse
Author: Cherry Hill
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 160342802X
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
In this fascinating best seller, Cherry Hill explores the way horses think and how it affects their behavior. Explaining why certain smells and sounds appeal to your horse’s sensibility and what sets off his sudden movements, Hill stresses how recognizing the thought processes behind your horse’s actions can help you communicate effectively and develop a trusting relationship based on mutual respect.
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 160342802X
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
In this fascinating best seller, Cherry Hill explores the way horses think and how it affects their behavior. Explaining why certain smells and sounds appeal to your horse’s sensibility and what sets off his sudden movements, Hill stresses how recognizing the thought processes behind your horse’s actions can help you communicate effectively and develop a trusting relationship based on mutual respect.
Book One: Moon (The Dragon Prince #1)
Author: Aaron Ehasz
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 1338633457
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 229
Book Description
With their world on the brink of war, three young heroes from opposite sides of the conflict embark on a dangerous quest that could change everything. This beautiful book expands on the events of Season 1 of the hit Netflix show The Dragon Prince. WAR IS COMING . . . Four full moons past, humans crossed into the magical lands of Xadia and committed an unspeakable crime: They destroyed the only egg of the Dragon King and Queen. Now a young Moonshadow elf assassin has been sent on her first mission; she will make the humans pay for their heinous act. But before she can complete her task, she and two human princes make an astonishing discovery . . . a discovery that could change everything. And so the three reluctant allies set off in a desperate attempt to stop the coming war. Their journey won't be easy, but the trio soon learns that the most serious threat to their quest can't be fought with magic or physical strength. Can these young heroes overcome the longstanding hatred between humans and elves, and restore peace to their world?Written by Aaron Ehasz (co-creator of The Dragon Prince and head writer of Avatar: The Last Airbender) and Melanie McGanney Ehasz, this first canon novel based on the Netflix original series finally gives fans the full story.
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 1338633457
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 229
Book Description
With their world on the brink of war, three young heroes from opposite sides of the conflict embark on a dangerous quest that could change everything. This beautiful book expands on the events of Season 1 of the hit Netflix show The Dragon Prince. WAR IS COMING . . . Four full moons past, humans crossed into the magical lands of Xadia and committed an unspeakable crime: They destroyed the only egg of the Dragon King and Queen. Now a young Moonshadow elf assassin has been sent on her first mission; she will make the humans pay for their heinous act. But before she can complete her task, she and two human princes make an astonishing discovery . . . a discovery that could change everything. And so the three reluctant allies set off in a desperate attempt to stop the coming war. Their journey won't be easy, but the trio soon learns that the most serious threat to their quest can't be fought with magic or physical strength. Can these young heroes overcome the longstanding hatred between humans and elves, and restore peace to their world?Written by Aaron Ehasz (co-creator of The Dragon Prince and head writer of Avatar: The Last Airbender) and Melanie McGanney Ehasz, this first canon novel based on the Netflix original series finally gives fans the full story.
Foal's Bread
Author: Gillian Mears
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
ISBN: 174343118X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 375
Book Description
The long-awaited new novel from the award-winning author of The Grass Sister tells the story of two generations of the Nancarrow family and the high-jumping horse circuit prior to the Second World War. A love story of impossible beauty and sadness, it is
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
ISBN: 174343118X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 375
Book Description
The long-awaited new novel from the award-winning author of The Grass Sister tells the story of two generations of the Nancarrow family and the high-jumping horse circuit prior to the Second World War. A love story of impossible beauty and sadness, it is
The Girl on the Dancing Horse
Author: Charlotte Dujardin
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1473544270
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
*THE TOP 10 BESTSELLER FROM THE MOST DECORATED BRITISH FEMALE OLYMPIAN IN HISTORY* 'Refreshingly honest [...] a highly enjoyable, fascinating read.' Horse and Hound _______________________________________________ "To ride into that arena, next to a sea of British flags and hear the roar of clapping and cheering, was so exciting. It's a sound I will never, ever forget." Charlotte Dujardin and her charismatic horse Valegro burst onto the international sports scene with their record-breaking performance at the London, 2012 Olympics. The world was captivated by the young woman with the dazzling smile and her dancing horse. But no one quite knew what it took to get there, nor how hard the path to success would be - until now. Dujardin began riding horses at the age of two, but dressage was firmly the domain of the wealthy, not the life of a girl from a middle-class family. Her parents sacrificed all and with a undeterred focus, Charlotte left school at 16 to follow her dream. When she was invited to be a groom for the British Olympian Carl Hester, she began to ride Valegro, a dark bay gelding and an unbreakable bond was formed. This is their incredible story.
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1473544270
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
*THE TOP 10 BESTSELLER FROM THE MOST DECORATED BRITISH FEMALE OLYMPIAN IN HISTORY* 'Refreshingly honest [...] a highly enjoyable, fascinating read.' Horse and Hound _______________________________________________ "To ride into that arena, next to a sea of British flags and hear the roar of clapping and cheering, was so exciting. It's a sound I will never, ever forget." Charlotte Dujardin and her charismatic horse Valegro burst onto the international sports scene with their record-breaking performance at the London, 2012 Olympics. The world was captivated by the young woman with the dazzling smile and her dancing horse. But no one quite knew what it took to get there, nor how hard the path to success would be - until now. Dujardin began riding horses at the age of two, but dressage was firmly the domain of the wealthy, not the life of a girl from a middle-class family. Her parents sacrificed all and with a undeterred focus, Charlotte left school at 16 to follow her dream. When she was invited to be a groom for the British Olympian Carl Hester, she began to ride Valegro, a dark bay gelding and an unbreakable bond was formed. This is their incredible story.
And So We Dream
Author: Linda Mahkovec
Publisher: Bublish, Inc.
ISBN: 1647044987
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
“A lucidly described coming-of-age tale” [with] “a mysterious, almost mythic feminine glamour.” – Kirkus Reviews From the author of the best-selling CHRISTMASTIME series, comes AND SO WE DREAM, a coming-of-age story set in 1970. Twelve-year-old Joey Roland is sent away to family friends while his parents try to work things out. He’s eager to leave sadness and secrets behind in Chicago and head downstate to the small town of Greenberry, where the Vitale family awaits him. He thinks of their town as boyland—a world of bike riding, fishing, and going barefoot. Though initially shy of the beautiful teenage daughters—Anne, Vita, and Beth—they welcome him into their lives of adventure, beauty, and dreams. Joey especially bonds with the middle sister, Vita, and her all-or-nothing pursuit of an acting career. Joey's “there must be more” merges with Vita’s “I must make it happen” resulting in a magical summer where the town of Greenberrry becomes the crucible for two desperate dreamers.
Publisher: Bublish, Inc.
ISBN: 1647044987
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
“A lucidly described coming-of-age tale” [with] “a mysterious, almost mythic feminine glamour.” – Kirkus Reviews From the author of the best-selling CHRISTMASTIME series, comes AND SO WE DREAM, a coming-of-age story set in 1970. Twelve-year-old Joey Roland is sent away to family friends while his parents try to work things out. He’s eager to leave sadness and secrets behind in Chicago and head downstate to the small town of Greenberry, where the Vitale family awaits him. He thinks of their town as boyland—a world of bike riding, fishing, and going barefoot. Though initially shy of the beautiful teenage daughters—Anne, Vita, and Beth—they welcome him into their lives of adventure, beauty, and dreams. Joey especially bonds with the middle sister, Vita, and her all-or-nothing pursuit of an acting career. Joey's “there must be more” merges with Vita’s “I must make it happen” resulting in a magical summer where the town of Greenberrry becomes the crucible for two desperate dreamers.
Walt's People - Volume 12
Author: Didier Ghez
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1477147896
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
The Walt's People series, edited by Didier Ghez, is a collection of some of the best interviews ever conducted with Disney artists. Contributors to the series include noted Disney experts Robin Allan, Paul F. Anderson, Michael Barrier, Albert Becattini, John Canemaker, John Culhane, Pete Docter, Christopher Finch, J.B. Kaufman, Jim Korkis, Christian Renaut, Linda Rosenkrantz, Dave Smith, and Charles Solomon. Walt's People - Volume 12 features in-depth interviews with Milt Albright, Lloyd Beebe, Bill Bosché, Olive Bosché, Les Clark, Larry Clemmons, Evelyn Coats, Del Connell, Jack Couffer, Alice Disney Allen, Charlie Downs, Al Eugster, Sammy Fain, Warren Garst, Theo Halladay about Sylvia Holland, Marge Hudson, Kim Irvine, Milt Kahl, Ralph Kent, Jack Kloepper, Burny Mattinson, Paul Murry, Mel Shaw, ans Leota Toombs. It contains hundreds of new stories about the Studio and its artists and should delight even the most serious historians and enthusiasts.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1477147896
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
The Walt's People series, edited by Didier Ghez, is a collection of some of the best interviews ever conducted with Disney artists. Contributors to the series include noted Disney experts Robin Allan, Paul F. Anderson, Michael Barrier, Albert Becattini, John Canemaker, John Culhane, Pete Docter, Christopher Finch, J.B. Kaufman, Jim Korkis, Christian Renaut, Linda Rosenkrantz, Dave Smith, and Charles Solomon. Walt's People - Volume 12 features in-depth interviews with Milt Albright, Lloyd Beebe, Bill Bosché, Olive Bosché, Les Clark, Larry Clemmons, Evelyn Coats, Del Connell, Jack Couffer, Alice Disney Allen, Charlie Downs, Al Eugster, Sammy Fain, Warren Garst, Theo Halladay about Sylvia Holland, Marge Hudson, Kim Irvine, Milt Kahl, Ralph Kent, Jack Kloepper, Burny Mattinson, Paul Murry, Mel Shaw, ans Leota Toombs. It contains hundreds of new stories about the Studio and its artists and should delight even the most serious historians and enthusiasts.