A transformative love story about two best friends who fall for each other, fall apart, and try to find their way back together in their tight-knit British-Jamaican community.South London, 1981: Daphne is the only Black girl in her class. All she wants is to keep her head down, preferably in a book. The easiest way to survive is to go unnoticed.Daphne’s attempts at invisibility are upended when a boy named Connie Small arrives from Jamaica. Connie is the op...

'A gift I didn't know I needed' Leone Ross'Wonderful' Marcia Hutchinson'Jamaica Road exudes love . . . with a wisdom and warmth that jumps off the page' Vanessa ChanSouth London, 1981: Daphne is the only Black girl in her class. All she wants is to keep her head down, preferably in a book. The easiest way to survive is to go unnoticed.Daphne's attempts at invisibility are upended when a boy na...

Lisa Smith was a bright, young lawyer at a prestigious firm in NYC in the early nineties when alcoholism started to take over her life. What was once a way of escaping her insecurity and negativity became a means of coping with the anxiety and stress of an impossible workload. Girl Walks Out of a Bar is Smith's darkly comic and wrenchingly honest story of her formative years, the decade of alcohol and drug abuse, divorce, and her road to recovery. Smith describes how her spiraling circumst...

Good science writing makes us feel. It makes us delight in the discovery of a black hole munching on a star, laugh at the image of aliens puzzling over golf balls on the Moon, wonder at the mystery of the Spanish influenza's deadly rampage, grieve for baby shearwater chicks dying with plastic-filled stomachs, rage at the loss of the Great Barrier Reef and cheer for the clitoris' long-overdue scientific debut. This ninth edition of The Best Australian Science Writing showcases the most powe...

For 25 years, Lisa Smith battled fibromyalgia, relying on high-dose opioids like Morphine and Fentanyl to manage her pain. Desperate for change, she discovered an alternative approach that enabled her to safely wean off opioids at home. In this inspiring and timely book, Lisa shares her journey of resilience and recovery, offering hope to others struggling with chronic pain and opioid dependency. Her story is a testament to the possibility of a brighter, drug-free future.

Mandy Maplewood dreams of becoming the best roller skater in her neighborhood, but her clumsy moves make her the butt of every joke.Everything changes when she stumbles upon a mysterious pair of skates at a yard sale. These magical skates transform her into an unstoppable force on wheels—but there's a catch. The skates only work when Mandy embodies kindness, honesty, and bravery.From rooftop chases to solving riddles in a hidden archive, Mandy embarks on thrilling adventure...

On a cheerful farm, one lucky turkey discovers the joy of a new Thanksgiving tradition—one without turkey on the table! Luke the Turkey is invited to join the Griffin family as they celebrate a holiday full of parades, pies, games, music, and gratitude. From leaf piles to cranberry taste tests, Luke experiences the warmth of family and friendship in his own feathery way.

Master Social Situations Without Draining Your Energy—A Guide for Introverts Who Want to Thrive Without Faking It!Do you dread small talk, avoid networking events, or feel like socializing is an energy-draining chore? If so, you're not alone—and you're not broken. You're just an introvert navigating a world that often feels built for extroverts.This book is your practical, humorous, and insightful guide to mastering social skills without c...

Christians throughout the ages have longed for a deeper, more intimate experience of Jesus' love, to connect with him in a way that is impactful, satisfying, and touches the innermost places of the heart. Many found the answer by embracing Jesus not simply as their Savior, Teacher, and Lord, but also in his biblical role as the Bridegroom of the church. This Is My Beloved helps the reader respond to the bridal love of Jesus in practical, transformative ways by offering inspiring life stori...

A transformative love story about two best friends who fall for each other, fall apart, and try to find their way back together in their tight-knit British-Jamaican community.South London, 1981: Daphne is the only Black girl in her class. All she wants is to keep her head down, preferably in a book. The easiest way to survive is to go unnoticed.Daphne’s attempts at invisibility are upended when a boy named Connie Small arrives from Jamaica. Connie is the op...

A revolutionary book that offers a fresh, bold approach to confronting the juvenile crime epidemic With the rise of violent crimes committed by teenagers in recent years, heated discussion has arisen over the societal factors that lead to juvenile criminality and the ways that public institutions are failing to curtail them. Now a team of experts with decades of collective hands-on experience present a book that cuts through the hype and paranoia to offer real solutions. Drawing on actual ...

Jesus is coming; Jesus comes to us at Christmas and in each day; and Jesus will come again. These are the "tidings of comfort and joy" ("God rest ye merry, gentlemen") that we proclaim throughout Advent and Christmas. Drawing on centuries of Christian tradition, Comfort and Joy draws attention to God's surprising presence and action as we prepare for Jesus' birth during Advent, rejoice at his arrival throughout the twelve days of Christmas and the day of Epiphany, and anticipate his future...