Practically every member of the Peale family contributed to America's early art and culture and Sarah Peale was the first woman artist to have made a living from her work. Having learned to paint from her renowned father she painted several famous people including Lafayette Andrew Jackson Thomas Hart Benson and Daniel Webster. Sarah was a passionate woman bent on being successful as an artist. She was also a woman of strong passion with a will to love and to be in love. Though unmarried sh...

Embark on an extraordinary journey from good to great with this captivating guide to achieving unparalleled success. In "Ascend to Greatness;Unveiling Level 5 Leadership, Disciplined Culture, and Strategic Technological Innovation" JOAN KING delves into the timeless principles and innovative strategies that propel organizations and leaders from ordinary to exceptional.Through insightful exploration and compelling case studies, readers will uncover the secrets of Level 5 Leadership,...

In rural Oklahoma, near the end of World War II, seven-year-old Gracie Timmons watches her grandfather die of a heart attack after confronting a gang of moonshiners on their farm. Gracie has memories of her deceased mother, but only a photograph of a uniformed soldier for a father. With no more family willing to care for her, she is taken in by the dauntless spinster who owns the general store. Plagued by fear, guilt, shame and nightmares, Gracie often retreats to the depths of her closet ...

Miss Meredith is not the most talented of her sisters. In fact, she considers herself the typical of them. She has the adventure of a life time when she is offered the post of governess to an ancient noble Italian family. Things become even more complicated when the favorite son of the family falls in love with her. This book reflects the ancient traditions, and shows how things can change and how people from different walks of life react to changes.

Far from home, an adventure they’ll never forget…‘A heart-warming read’ My Weekly'A lovely story with strong characters that I loved from start to finish' FIVE STAR Reader Review‘A delightful, nostalgic read’ Woman'Can't wait for another book, lovely characters and storyline' FIVE STAR Reader Review* * * * *June 1940. Evacue...

'Fantastic, I loved every page. I cried, laughed and smiled with the characters. A must-read book' FIVE STAR Reader Review on The Evacuee Series* * * * *Far from home, hope will keep them together.In September 1940, after a year away from home, eleven-year-old twins Connie and Jessie have finally settled into evacuee life in Harrogate. But when the brutal bombings in London begin, threatening their parents who live near the...

Humanising Mental Health Care in Australia is a unique and innovative contribution to the healthcare literature that outlines the trauma-informed approaches necessary to provide a more compassionate model of care for those who suffer with mental illness. The impact of abuse and trauma is frequently overlooked in this population, to the detriment of both individual and society. This work highlights the importance of recognising such a history and responding humanely.The boo...

Explore the benefits of workplace spirituality in making workmore meaningful and rewarding.Even as the subject of spirituality in the workplace is gaining momentum, surveys show the number of workers satisfied with their jobs is decreasing. Based on many years of professional, practical experience, the contributors to this powerful anthology help you correct this drop in morale by showing you how to restore meaning and purpose to the workplace.Offeri...

'Fantastic, I loved every page. I cried, laughed and smiled with the characters. A must-read book' FIVE STAR Reader Review'Heartwarming. I didn't want the book to end' FIVE STAR Reader Review* * * * *Autumn 1939 and London prepares to evacuate its young. In No 5 Jubilee Street, Bermondsey, ten-year-old Connie is determined to show her parents that she’s a brave girl and can look after her twin brother, Jessie. She w...

'Vividly rendered' Historical Novel Society**'A fantastic cast of characters' Goodreads'Thoroughly absorbing' GoodreadsBased around the WW1 female factory workers at Barratt's Sweet Factory and inspired by true stories from the author's grandmother, A Sister's Bond celebrates the everyday heroism of families who fought to survive against all odds . . .____________...

Lowri Vaughan is in need of refuge – where better to find it than Badgers Brook? Rumours abound that her father is a fraudster, maybe even a murderer, but while he is indeed locked up, Lowri and her mother know he’s an innocent man. Some gossip-seeking townsfolk work on currying Lowri’s favour, hoping she will drop her guard. Sorting those who can’t be trusted from those that can is tough work for Lowri, but that’s perhaps the least of her worries … Lowri is determined to prove her fathers...

The East End of London, 1930. Work is scarce, food is in short supply and there is political unrest on the streets. But in the face of all this hardship, there's always friendship.Becky, Bernie and Rose - three best friends from very different backgrounds - are working hard to establish themselves in pre-war Spitalfields.Becky, the daughter of a Jewish tailor, wants to become a nurse, but h...