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Meet Marvin. He's a calm and mindful gorilla living in the Great Big City. He is peaceful and composed and enjoys every minute of his day - unlike his thumping, roaring, former Empire State-climbing Grandpa! Readers are introduced to the concept of living mindfully in a creative, practical, and easy-to-apply way. Includes a 'Note to Parents and Caregivers'. Ages 4-8.
Wherever you go, I will go too. These were the words Susan Travers spoke to General Koenig of the Free French and the Foreign Legion of North Africa, and they were tested to the limit. Surrounded for 15 days by Rommel's Afrika Korps, Susan was awarded the Legion d'Honneur for her heroism.
S'Mores, All Grown Up! Who says you need to be sitting in front of a fire to enjoy the irresistible taste of s'mores? Oozing with fifty mouthwatering recipes, The S'mores Cookbook shows you how to indulge in the rich blend of creamy chocolate, toasted marshmallows, and honeyed graham crackers at every meal. From Chocolate Graham Pancakes drizzled with a sweet marshmallow syrup to S'mores Eclairs smothered in a dark chocolate ganache, this book combines your favorite trio of flavors in ways you've never imagined to create delicious plates that will impress friends and family. Featuring step-by-step instructions and enticing four-color photos, you're guaranteed to melt when you dig into delicious s'mores recipes like: Toasted marshmallow s'Mores ice cream Black forest s'Mores No-bake oatmeal s'Mores cookies S'mores chocolate bread pudding Crock-Pot s'Mores brownies The S'mores Cookbook will satisfy your cravings for the gooey campfire treat all year long!
Cinderstella is a story about a girl who would much rather go to space than meet a prince. Stella has plans of her own for a happily ever after, which don't involve being a princess. She'd rather be an astronaut! A modern retelling of a beloved fairy-tale, this is a subtle and subversive tale about girl power. A 'Note to Readers' by the authors talks about encouraging girls in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) fields. Ages 4-8.
In the tinder-dry Southwest, three roommates-students at Deep Canyon College, known for its radical politics-are looking for love, adventure, and the promise of a bigger life that led them West. But when the FBI comes to town in pursuit of an alum wanted for "politically motivated crimes of property," rumor has it that undercover agents are enrolled in classes, making the college dating scene just a bit more sketchy than usual. Katie, an incoming freshman, will discover a passion for activism that will put her future in jeopardy; Jenna, in her second semester, will find herself seduced by deception; and Rell, a senior, will discover her voice, her calling, and love where she least expects it.
Sweet touches for a charming nursery Now it's easy to design the nursery of your dreams with whimsical quilts, pillows, blankets, bibs and wall hangings that will transform your child's room into a magical playground. Inside Sweet Nursery Chic you'll find: 10 irresistible themes that feature friendly frogs, posh poodles, blushing bunnies, funky monkeys and more A detailed techniques section with clear and easy instructions for sewing the projects, including tutorials on fusible web appliqué, choosing fabrics and color schemes, and personalizing your creations to fit your own unique style Tips for planning the perfect baby shower, from preparing themed foods and decor, to displaying and wrapping shower gifts A full-scale bound-in pattern insert to complete projects with accuracy and taste Fill your child's world with nursery-book delights. Start sewing today!
#1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery awakens the senses—and fills the heart with warmth and laughter—in this tantalizing novel of a chocolatier’s search for love’s sweetest rewards. The free-spirited owner of a booming chocolate emporium, Allison Thomas is out to save the world—one truffle at a time. Everyone adores Ali—who wouldn’t love a lady who sneaks midnight chocolate deliveries to the local health spa? And even if her love life is on hold, Ali’s perfectly content with her high-flying career. That is, until the mysterious Matt Baker arrives. New to town, Matt quickly gets under her skin and leads her into temptation. But neither love nor chocolate seems to melt Matt’s icy heart. So Ali has no choice but to pull out all the stops in this “unforgettable combination of humor and sizzle” (Christina Dodd, New York Times bestselling author).
"Responsibility" should be Nicole Keyes's middle name. After all, not many people would sacrifice their lives to run the family bakery and raise a younger sibling. But with Nicole's twin sister now blissfully married and her younger sis turning out more femme fatale than girl–next–door, super reliable Nicole is getting sick of putting everyone else's needs first! Enter Hawk. The deliciously sexy former NFL player offers Nicole a taste of the freedom she craves. Hawk may know the way, blindfolded, to her sweet spot, but Nicole's not about to let him get close enough to break her heart. Of course, she might not have a choice in the matter if Hawk's past keeps getting in the way of their present....
Chicken or Egg is a story about friendship and losing gracefully. Chicken and Egg compete with each other and get upset when they lose. Written by clinical psychologists with expertise in social-emotional learning in children, this story shows that it's more fun to play together, whether you win or lose. Kids will learn to accept disappointments and build resilience. Includes a "Note to Parents, Caregivers, Teachers, and Coaches" with helpful tips on handling loss well and learning from it. Age range: 4-8.
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