George McGregor is the type of eight year old who spends his day wearing a cobbled together super hero costume. Armed with a secret power — a handy-dandy travel-sized pack of tissues — he saves the day and leaves the world tear and runny nose free.When his super hero-ing becomes mundane, a chance wish on a dandelion clock brings a new friend into George’s life. But this friend has a secret and its discovery leads to a larger than life adventure in a smaller than life world. With Mar...

West Side Story meets The Outsiders...From the way he walks, to the way he talks, Rick is bad news.With that foul mouth, mischievous demeanor, and bad attitude the Downtown boy from a broken home is someone I should have had more sense to stay clear of.But that’s the trouble with bad news, isn’t it? You can either run from it or face it head on and, unfortunately, I can’t seem to run from Rick.See, Rick has set his sights on me and, as much as I hate to say ...

I swear I’ll never give in.Not to Zane.No matter how bad our mutual friend begs me to go out on a date with that crazy American, I won’t do it.Because a cocky know-it-all is what Zane is.He may have been raised on the darker side of this town, but I grew up on dark streets, too.I might be from overseas, but I know Zane’s type and there’s no way he’s going to pull a fast one on me.Not on this Nanny.I don’t care how many times Zane show...

I can’t deny that I’m drawn to him.Teddy showed up almost a man and now that he’s become one...Well, I shouldn’t even be thinking these thoughts.He’s grown to be beautiful.Even when he’s bruised and bloodied, he’s beautiful.I shouldn’t think about him.He’s my son’s best friend.But I can’t quit.I can’t quit these thoughts I have of us together.It’s his fault, really.Teddy is young – only twenty – so I know I’m too old ...

This book analyzes the impact of quiescent phases on biological models. Quiescence arises, for example, when moving individuals stop moving, hunting predators take a rest, infected individuals are isolated, or cells enter the quiescent compartment of the cell cycle. In the first chapter of Topics in Mathematical Biology general principles about coupled and quiescent systems are derived, including results on shrinking periodic orbits and stabilization of oscillations via quiescence. In subs...

As an aspiring or seasoned writer, do you feel like you aren't making headway, stumbling on what to write next, or wondering if you're even on the right path? Are you unable to find the motivation to charge up your computer and put your fingers on the keyboard after that last rejection?Between the pages of What I Wish I'd Known: For Writers, 100 highly accomplished authors share their time, energy, and knowledge to pay it forward and inspire other writers, experienced or a...

Focusing on East Asia from the nineteenth century to the present, Crafting Everyday Food highlights the role of technology in transforming traditional foods into modern ones and in reinventing industrialized foods as heritage foods. The seven expert researchers adopt a unique technological perspective to trace the transformation of traditional fermented foodstuffs typical of the region—kimchi, soy sauce, kōji, and tea—and the appropriation of new foods of nonloca...

Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey to the captivating land of Israel? If you're a beginner planning a visit to this fascinating country, "Visiting Israel for Beginners 2023" is the book you need to solve your travel dilemmas and ensure an incredible experience.Do you find yourself pondering questions like:"How can I plan a trip to Israel efficiently?""What is the rich history and vibrant culture of Israel all about?""Which major cities should I explor...

Parenting Mastery Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle: The Secret of Peaceful Parenting and Positive ParentingLooking for guidance on how to navigate the challenging but rewarding world of parenthood? Look no further than this audiobook bundle, featuring two essential works on Positive Parenting and The Art of Peaceful Parenting.In "Positive Parenting," you'll discover practical strategies for raising happy, healthy, and confident children. From fostering positive relationships to setting ...

The 100th-anniversary special edition of Jailed for Freedom, the essential history and first-person account of the courageous and militant suffragists who fought for their right to vote.First published in 1920, Jailed for Freedom is the courageous, true story of the militant suffragists who organized some of the first-ever, large scale demonstrations and protests on Washington. At a time when President Woodrow Wilson's administration refused to ac...

Positive Parenting: An Essential Guide to Effective Parenting Strategies for a Happy Family. Learn Tips on Building Strong Bonds and Raising Happy KidsAs a parent, there is nothing more important than ensuring the well-being and happiness of your child. The task of raising a child is both challenging and rewarding, and it requires a great deal of patience, understanding, and love. Great parenting is not about perfection, but rather about doing the best you can with the tools and res...

Over the course of World War II, two million American military personnel occupied bases throughout the South Pacific, leaving behind a human legacy of at least 4,000 children born to indigenous mothers. Based on interviews conducted with many of these American-indigenous children and several of the surviving mothers, Mothers’ Darlings of the South Pacific explores the intimate relationships that existed between untold numbers of U.S. servicemen and indigenous women during the war ...