Heather, an innocent young girl, growing up in post World War II, South Africa soon discovers that life is not easy. From Polio as a teen and later enduring the trials of marriage to an alcoholic, she is forced to develop a backbone of steel, to fight for her children. Her life's journey takes her on many twists and turns, leading her ultimately as an immigrant to America.

DK's Star Wars Readers help kids learn to read while enjoying the stories and characters from the blockbuster movies. In Yoda in Action!, join Jedi Master Yoda as he battles villains and evil droids in the adventurous Clone Wars.Packed with full-color photographs and engaging, age-appropriate stories, the ebooks introduce young children to a life-long love of reading. These amazing stories are guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their readin...

Meet Silly Sally Seagull.What will she get up to?Who will she meet?How silly can she really be?Our very silly seagull likes to fly around the town but it does not always go according to plan.Are you ready for an adventure? Framington Bay Adventures brings you a series of charming but unexpected adventures all set around the seaside town of Framington Bay. With an ever-expanding series of books all created by father and daughter duo of Ian and Heather...

Crazy CrabCrazy Crab is so crazy! What will he get up to on the beach? Who will he meet? What mischief will he make?Our mischievous little crab likes to have some fun but usually finishes up getting into trouble. Meet our loveable character in this hand-illustrated preschool children's book.Are you ready for an adventure? Framington Bay Adventures brings you a series of charming but unexpected adventures all set around the seaside town of Framington...

This book is both practical and soulful, a glimpse into the mind and heart of a perfectly imperfect mother and human. You get a front row seat to a story of how to let go of the idea of perfectionism and be gentle with yourself in the process. You also get concrete advice on how to live a life of caring for yourself so that you can better care for others.

Star Wars DK Readers help kids learn to read while enjoying the stories and characters from the Star Wars universe. Join Ahsoka Tano as she trains to become a Jedi during the dangerous Clone Wars in this Level 2 Star Wars DK Reader, Jedi in Training.Level 2 Star Wars DK Readers feature longer sentences and increased vocabulary for children beginning to read on their own. These Star Wars DK Readers also include i...

Star Wars DK Readers help kids learn to read while enjoying the stories and characters from the Star Wars universe. Discover the powerful, evil forces that battle the Jedi in The Clone Wars in this Level 3 Star Wars DK Reader, Forces of Darkness.Level 3 Star Wars DK Readers are for children able to read on their own. Focusing on a child's own desire to read, the text is faster and the stories exciting and captivating. St...

DK's Star Wars Readers help kids learn to read while enjoying the stories and characters from the blockbuster movies. In Ready, Set, Podrace!, kids can put themselves in the pilot's seat of the fastest race in space!Packed with full-color photographs and engaging, age-appropriate stories, the ebooks introduce young children to a life-long love of reading. These amazing stories are guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills. The...

DK's Star Wars Readers help kids learn to read while enjoying the stories and characters from the blockbuster movies. In Star Wars Clone Wars: Jedi Heroes, follow the adventures of Anakin and his Jedi companions, including some all-new characters.Level 3 DK Readers are for children able to read on their own. At this stage, it is important to develop the child's own desire to read, so the text is faster and the sto...

Throughout your life, you've had parents, coaches, teachers, friends and mentors who have pushed you to be better than your excuses and bigger than your fears. What if the secret to having the confidence and courage to enrich your life and work is simply knowing how to push yourself?Using the science of habits, riveting stories and surprising facts from some of the most famous moments in history, art and business, Mel Robbins will explain the power of a “push moment.” Then, she’ll ...

The powerful true story of a man who would inspire one son to make a film about him, starring Geoffrey Rush, and the other to uncover his past, warts and all, in this unforgettable tale."My father was no ordinary man and his was no ordinary life ..." Watching Oscar-winning actor Geoffrey Rush portray his father in the film Swimming Upstream inspired John Fingleton to uncover the story no one had told, of his father's mysterious early life - and what made Harold the extraordinary man...

An introvert guide and manifesto for all the quiet ones—and the people who love them.Is there a hidden part of you that no one else sees? Do you have a vivid inner world of thoughts and emotions that your peers and loved ones can’t seem to access? Have you ever been told you’re too “quiet,” “shy,” “boring,” or “awkward”? Are your habits and comfort zones questioned by a society that doesn’t seem to get the real you? If so, you might be an introvert.On behalf...