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"Ruby Bridges was just six years old when she was chosen to be the first (and only) black child in the all-white William Frantz Elementary School. At the time, Ruby was too young to understand how the simple act of attending school would change the lives of many to come. Her courageous act left the legacy that given a chance, anyone at any age can make a difference in the world."--Provided by publisher.
Best friends don’t get married. Jason Downing enjoys his role as protector and good-natured torturer of his prickly childhood best friend, Sophia. They have an uncomplicated relationship with clearly drawn lines that are never crossed. Until a near-death experience forces him to re-examine his life. Now he is struggling with uncomfortable feelings: a battle with PTSD, a yearning to know Jesus . . . and a love for Sophia that’s been quietly blooming. Unless it’s for convenience. As the daughter of a housekeeper, Sophia Velasquez grew up with one goal: Never again be poor. To secure a vote for CEO and her financial future, Sophia accepts a marriage proposal from the man she’s always be...
Each time Happy Harper asks her parents, “Is Grandpa coming today?” the answer is always a disappointing version of “not yet.” Until now. Happy Harper is happier than ever! Grandpa is FINALLY coming home to live with the family in Brooklyn. Join her in welcoming him from Haiti. Grandpa Comes Home launches the HAPPY HARPER multicultural children’s book series about a quirky Haitian American girl growing up in and exploring Brooklyn. Matching her colorful and happy personality are her signature blue glasses, wiry reddish-brown curls…and her ever-present wish for a pet chicken. This multigenerational story is a heartwarming reminder that separation by distance doesn’t mean separation by l♥ve. Pick up this perfect gift for Grandparents Day, or any occasion from birthdays to holidays. It is sure to be a favorite in your child’s library. It is a picture book for children ages 6-8 but speaks to all ages—just like the love grandparents have for their grandchildren!
First comes love. Josie McFarland loves her fiancé Joe for who he is, not what he has. His money is short, but his giving spirit is immeasurable. He hears her and he sees her. And embraces her crazy wild schemes . . . even if it means bringing the North Pole to New York City to fulfill her childhood dream. Joe Cantonelli hasn’t been the same since a nor’easter blew Josie straight into his heart. She colors his life with laughter and makes him dream of possibilities he would never hope for . . . like the former doorman of The Grande Pearl marrying the grandniece of its richest resident. Then comes—a future mother-in-law bent on stopping the marriage. Josie knows Joe is the man for her....
A cranky doorman who doesn’t mingle with money. A wealthy guest who pushes past his defenses and into his heart. A Christmas party with polar bears and adorable children to bring them together. Joe Cantonelli has a chip on his shoulder the size of The Grande Pearl—the pre-war building where he serves as doorman. He doesn’t fraternize with the residents or their guests…until a nor’easter blows in Josie McFarland—the grandniece of The Pearl’s most influential occupant. It’s been two years and Josie hasn’t stopped missing her beloved great-uncle. When she returns to The Pearl to see for herself how his widow—her favorite great-aunt—is coping, she doesn’t expect love at first sight with grumpy Joe. As they work together to decorate The Pearl for its annual shindig benefitting leukemia patients and their families, can Josie smash the wall Joe’s spent years building between him and the rich? This sweet holiday romance is a short story to warm your heart this Christmas.
He’s a former bad boy learning to forgive his past mistakes. She’s a grieving widow struggling with motherhood. A life-altering event offers them hope for a better future together. Elijah Cooper grew up in church but without a relationship with God. Something he didn’t think he needed until he did. When Eli offers Reina support in a crisis, a friendship develops that could blossom to more. But with his troubled past, he is not interested in a love match or a ready-made family. After her husband’s untimely death, Reina Blackwell can’t trust the ground she walks on not to crumble beneath her. She’s certainly no longer trusting the God who created it. Not after he shatters her world leaving her alone to mourn and raise her son. With scars too deep to heal on their own, can Eli and Reina find the faith they need to give and receive love? This sweet romance will tug at your heartstrings and comfort you with joy and laughter. Grab each stand-alone book in The Grande Pearl series. Shorter: Christmas at The Grande Pearl Christmas Wedding at The Grande Pearl Christmas Baby at The Grande Pearl (2022) Full-length: Accepting Elijah’s Heart Receiving Jason’s Love (2022)
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This collection of essays asks contributors to take the capaciousness of the word "queer" to heart in order to think about what medieval queers would have looked like and how they may have existed on the margins and borders of dominant, normative sexuality and desire. The contributors work with recent trends in queer medieval studies, blending together modern concepts of sexuality and desire with the queer configurations of eroticism, desire, and materiality as they might have existed for medieval audiences.
Winner of an AJN Book of the Year Award! Designated a Doody's Core Title! "I have not seen a book that does a better job with synthesis or provision of good concise information to those in need." (3 Stars)--Doody's Book Review Service Wandering behaviors are among the most frequent, problematic, and dangerous conditions associated with dementia and a continual challenge in health care and the community. Strongly research-based, this book presents and analyzes the latest research on wandering from the clinical, health care management, and policy literature and offers practical assessment and management tools. Nurses, physicians, gerontologists and others address the range of wandering behavio...