A gritty, inspiring, heart-wrenching memoir by the Academy Award-winning legend and icon Sylvester Stallone, about his unlikely path to stardom and the creation of the greatest underdog story ever told.In the fifty years since Sylvester Stallone ran up the steps of the Philadelphia Art Museum, he and those steps have become symbols of resilience and determination, and have inspired millions from all over the world to pursue their dreams. In The Steps, Stal...

A gritty, inspiring, heart-wrenching memoir by the Academy Award-winning legend and icon Sylvester Stallone, about his unlikely path to stardom and the creation of the greatest underdog story ever told.In the fifty years since Sylvester Stallone ran up the steps of the Philadelphia Art Museum, he and those steps have become symbols of resilience and determination, and have inspired millions from all over the world to pursue their dreams. In The Steps, Stal...

Sylvester Graham's Treatise on Bread and Bread-Making turns an everyday staple into a matter of health, science, and civilization. From the history of bread in ancient cultures to the chemistry of flour, yeast, and fermentation, Graham argues that the quality of bread shapes human wellbeing more deeply than most people realize. He traces the rise of grinding, unleavened cakes, and fermented loaves among early peoples, then moves into the laws of diet, urging food as close to its natural st...

Secret ballrooms, hidden artwork and unlikely friends—welcome to the Regency, where even time moves in surprising ways!Jake Simmons hates his new home.The Regency is nothing more than floor after floor of peeling wallpaper and faded glory. Jake misses his old life. He misses the time when his mother was employed. He misses living in a house where the wind doesn’t make the windows whistle.Loneliness (and a trail of kittens) leads Jake to the apartmen...

In a world fraught with challenges, this book stands as a beacon of resilience and triumph. "Against the Odds: Triumph in the Face of Adversity" is not just a collection of stories; it is a journey into the very heart of the human spirit. Unveiling Untold Narratives: Embark on an odyssey through gripping narratives that unfold the lives of individuals facing seemingly insurmountable odds. From the struggle's inception to the euphoria of triumph, these tales resonate with the echo...

A boy and his friends must find a way to survive in the mining tunnels after their new space colony is attacked in this gritty action-adventure novel, which School Library Journal called “a solid survival story.”In space. Underground. And out of time.Christopher Nichols and his family live on a new planet, Perses, as colonists of Melming Mining’s Great Mission to save the earth. Dozens of families like Christopher’s have relocated, too, like his be...

Dive right back into the action on Perses in this thrilling sequel to the gritty, space adventure, MiNRS, which School Library Journal called “a solid survival story.”They are coming to get you.Hide.Hide.Hide.The children of Perses have been receiving this message on repeat from Earth for weeks. Christopher, Elena, and the other survivors of the attack on their space colony know two...

"Echoes of what lies ahead” provides a thoughtful analysis of how emerging technologies are shaping our world and offers a vision for navigating the future in a way that harmonizes innovation with enduring human values. It unveils the dynamic intersection of cutting-edge technology and human values, exploring how innovations like AI, digital platforms, and immersive tech are reshaping our world. With a focus on education, global relations, and personal connections, this insightful book bal...

There was good cause for these exclamations upon the part of the Yankee and Irishman, as they stood on the margin of Wolf Ravine, and gazed off over the prairie. Several miles to the north, something like a gigantic man could be seen approaching, apparently at a rapid gait for a few seconds, when it slackened its speed, until it scarcely moved. Occasionally it changed its course, so that it went nearly at right angles. At such times, its colossal proportions were brought out in full relief...

The first thing to be considered on going into the forest is the camp where the night is to be spent. In choosing a place for this see that there is fresh water, wood for the fire and brush-wood for building a "lean-to," or hut, at hand. It is well to build on a dry, level place, with just enough slope to the ground to insure the water running away in case of rain. The Indians used to live in huts thatched with brush-wood, and these are best made by building what is known as a "lean-to." L...

Two classmates scheme to break their parents up before they get married and ruin the girls’ lives forever in this hijinks-filled middle grade novel.Melisa Flores and Roxy Romero are not fans of each other. Roxy is sporty while Meli is artsy. Meli keeps her friend circle small while Roxy is pals with everyone. Their little brothers might get along like fruit in a delicious smoothie, but Meli and Roxy do not mix.So when their parents announce their e...

In the vast silence of the steppe, where the wind tells ancient stories, a boy named Szilveszter and a wild colt named Storm find a bond that transcends words. This is a tale of friendship, courage, and the eternal freedom of the open plains. A heartwarming story for every child and dreamer who ever looked at the horizon and wondered what lies beyond.