Through the study of local and global activism, Women, Social Change and Activism: Then and Now engages scholars interested in the artistic, economic, educational, ethical, historical, literary, philosophical, political, psychological, religious, and social dimensions of women’s lives and resistance. Through an interdisciplinary inquiry of past and present dilemmas that women and girls have faced globally, this book offers a variety of insights into multicultural issues even outside of the...

The Ketogenic diet is a high-fat, moderate-protein, low-carb diet originally developed to reduce the frequency of seizures in epilepsy patients. More recently, however, it has found a mainstream audience who view it as a real foods-based diet with weight loss and other overall health benefits. By focusing on dietary fat and ketones instead of simple carb-derived glucose as a primary energy source, the body becomes more efficient at burning body fat and is spared the conversion of leftover ...

How will we regather the church after pandemic?The Covid-19 pandemic is an inflection point for the church everywhere—and certainly for the Episcopal Church. The sudden flowering of creativity, connection, and collaboration is an expression of the Holy Spirit’s relentless presence within the church; yet ongoing distancing creates difficulties to be overcome on the other side of the present crisis.How will we change habits of isolation and regather the churc...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Molly the Bold Butterfly follows the gentle, heartfelt journey of a timid caterpillar named Molly, who lives a quiet life beneath a sunflower in a peaceful garden. Though content in her cozy world, Molly dreams of exploring the skies like the butterflies and birds she watches from afar. She is held back by fear and self-doubt, unsure if she’s brave enough to face the unknown. As the story unfolds, subtle changes stir within Mol...

The stunning sequel to the award-winning novel One Thousand White Women: A Novel."Clever and satisfying...Fergus is a superb writer [and] the characters are as real as any pioneer women who braved the rigors of westering." —The Denver Post"A gripping tale, a history lesson infused with both sadness at the violence perpetuated against the Cheyenne and awe at the endurance of this remarkable group of women." —Boo...

In the depths of the cerulean sea, Molly, a mermaid with a smile that lit up the ocean, spent her days spreading joy among the creatures of Atlantis. When the kingdom's coral garden fell ill, Molly embarked on a daring quest to retrieve a magical pearl from the Abyssal Caverns. With courage and determination, she restored the garden to its former glory, earning the admiration of all and becoming known as Molly the Merry Mermaid, a symbol of kindness and bravery.

In "Molly Mouse and the Magic Cheese" by Kelly Johnson, Molly Mouse, known for her curiosity and love of cheese, embarks on a quest for the legendary Magic Cheese rumored to grant wishes. With Benny Bunny and Lila Ladybug by her side, they journey through Whispering Woods, overcoming challenges until they discover the cheese near the Enchanted Lake. Molly's selfless wish for prosperity transforms the forest, fostering harmony and joy among its inhabitants. Known thereafter as the Guardian ...

Molly begins as a shy little caterpillar who dreams of flying but fears the vast world beyond her leaf. Through a magical transformation in her cocoon, she emerges as a butterflyuncertain but filled with wonder. With help from new friends like Lila the ladybug, Buzz the bee, and Benny the beetle, Molly learns to fly, face storms, and overcome fear. From wobbly first flutters to leading others through danger, Molly grows braver with each challenge. By journeys end, shes no longer timidshes ...

Book 2.5 in the Heroes of Henderson series by USA Today Bestselling Author Liz KellyTaming Molly is a fun and sexy 20,000 word stand-alone novella and the 1st in the DuVal Cousins Quickie series.Henderson's infamous Molly DuVal is desperate to move back home. Banished for the past five years, she plans to use her aunt’s wedding to show the Henderson elite that she is no longer the boy crazy, wild, party-girl exhibitionist they all loved to...

Tales of snowy nights, silver bells, and sweet romance: “A wonderful anthology” (RT Book Reviews, four stars)This volume includes three stories of love, family, and faith—the greatest gifts of the season:A Sleigh Ride on Ice Mountain by Kelly LongFor solitary toy-maker Sebastian Christner, hiring Kate Zook as his new housekeeper is simply the right thing to do. Now she can support her special-needs brother. But one ...

The story follows Molly, a gentle and curious moose living in the musical, sunlit Willowpine Forest, where every creature contributes to a vibrant, living symphony. Though Molly loves the forests melodies, her own attempts to hum or sing feel awkward and out of placeuntil one morning she discovers a delicate, handmade flute resting in a sunlit clearing. When she lifts it and experiments, the flute produces magical, shimmering notes that welcome her voice, coaxing out her hidden musical pot...

Molly the Monkey discovers a magical golden mango in the jungle that grants her incredible powers, from understanding animals to creating floating fruit baskets and even flying. Excited by her newfound abilities, she shares the secret with her best friend Benny, but soon learns that magic comes with responsibility when a playful wish causes chaos in the jungle. Guided by the wise parrot Polly, Molly learns to use her gifts thoughtfully, repairing the damage she caused and helping animals i...