MAGIC, MYSTERY, AND MAYHEM await you on every page of this exciting anthology bursting with new adventures and unforgettable characters. Visit an otherwise normal town dealing with a dragon infestation, think fast when the elves whisk you away from home, launch an investigation when you realize the boy next door isn’t what he seems, and tread carefully when telling your secrets to sinister diaries with minds of their own. Find out what happens in these stories and more whe...

On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court’s Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision overturned Roe v. Wade, stripping federal protection for abortion rights and placing control in the hands of individual states. This monumental shift in policy underscores the need for deeper historical perspectives on reproductive rights.The Nursing Clio Reader answers that call, bringing together essays that examine reproductive health through historical research...

Reviews key developments in understanding crop physiology and genetic diversity and how they have informed advances in breeding new varietiesCoverage of advances across the value chain for grain legume cultivation, from variety selection to post-harvest storageDiscusses the latest trends in disease, insect pest and weed management

Two broke college roommates, drowning in tuition debt and instant noodles, come up with what they believe is a genius solution to their financial problems: monetize romance. By creating one irresistible dating profile and splitting the workload, they become the perfect man. One crafts the witty texts and late night emotional confessions. The other delivers the charm in real life, awkward but endearing enough to seal the deal. Together, they are unstoppable.What begins as a shameles...

She has two weeks to survive her father's wedding. She never expected to find her own happy ending along the way.Margot Price hasn't been herself since her mother died four years ago. She's twenty-seven, going through the motions, and expertly numb to everything—including joy.Then her father announces he's marrying Vanessa in two weeks. Vanessa, the woman Margot has spent fourteen months politely resenting. Vanessa, who wants Margot's help with dress shopping, flower arrang...

This volume highlights the recent advances in the understanding of the endocannabinoid system and the likely benefit from the therapeutic effects of cannabinoid treatment in a variety of health issues.Archeological evidence has shown that Cannabis has a long history of use for multiple purposes, including the treatment of medical conditions. The primary active constituent of the hemp plant Cannabis sativa, delta 9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ9-THC), causes euphoria, enhancement of senso...

This book focuses on the impact of COVID-19 on Latino/a/e/x students, families, and communities across the educational continuum to better understand the challenges faced by them.The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed the gross inequities that exist for Latino students with respect to access to quality technology, highly qualified and culturally competent teachers, bilingual or multilingual information for parents, and printed materials and support for students and their parents as the...

Research on cannabis and sleep is emerging with promising results. This book offers current and comprehensive knowledge on cannabinoid research results in connection with sleep. The volume covers aspects of the hemp plant Cannabis sativa, the pharmacology of cannabinoids, neurobiology and pharmacology of sleep and wakefulness, and the benefits and side effects of cannabis on the central nervous system. It further discusses the putative therapeutical properties of cannabinoids and endocanna...

Autumn approaches, and with it comes a time of dark magic. In this issue we celebrate the fantastical, the foreign and the fatalistic. We have kallikantzaroi on a mission, banana Popsicle munching bombs, alien friends happy to lend more than a hand, a band that really puts themselves into their music and part one of Flashlight, Knife and Flowered Crown, an electrifying, modern fairy tale.Poetry, flash fiction and keen illustration add variety to the mix. An Spanish interview of Jac...

Dive into the heartwarming world of Sascha, a lovable dog, and Loops, her human best friend. This is a charming tale about their incredible journey of friendship and finding joy in the little things. From the chilly fields of Montana to the sunny vasts of Texas, this duo's adventures are a reminder of how wonderful life can be with a friend by your side.Perfect for young readers, this book captures the essence of childhood adventures and the unbreakable bond between pets and their ...

John Murillo’s second book is a reflective look at the legacy of institutional, accepted violence against Blacks and Latinos and the personal and societal wreckage wrought by long histories of subjugation. A sparrow trapped in a car window evokes a mother battered by a father’s fists; a workout at an iron gym recalls a long-ago mentor who pushed the speaker “to become something unbreakable.” The presence of these and poetic forbears—Gil Scott-Heron, Yusef Komunyakaa—provide a context for s...

What will it take to see a fresh wave of God’s power crash over the nations?The earth is shaking. The church is suffering from compromise and powerlessness. People are desperate for solutions. The answer will not come from a president; it can only come from a people who know how to bring Heaven to Earth.Could it be that you are the key to unlocking the move of God in this generation?Mario Murillo is recognized as a dynamic evangelist whose ...