**Two strangers. One forgotten astronomy textbook. A decades-old secret.A fascinating, highly illustrated, epistolary novel perfect for fans of Rainbow Rowell and Alice Oseman!**When a recent transfer student starts keeping her diary in the oldest textbook at the Green Bank High School library, the last thing she expects is to receive a response. Thus begins a sweeping tale of unlikely friendship and long-buried secrets between two secret pen pals at a rural West Virginia h...

I know why you picked up this book. When most people read the title "Create or Die," they think of physical death. But you, you see the world differently than most. Something in you knew that I was not talking about a death involving leaving our bodies. We feel alive when we create, and death is all the things that pull us away from our passions and self-expressions. It's the schools. It's the jobs. It's the systems. It's the rules. It's the norms. It's the insecurities. It's the doubt. It...

The bestselling classic about a mixed-race child in the Civil War-era South that "chronicles the triumph of a free spirit over many kinds of bondage" ( The New York Times Book Review).Jubilee tells the true story of Vyry, the child of a white plantation owner and his black mistress. Vyry bears witness to the antebellum South in both its opulence and its brutality, its wartime ruin, and the promises of R...

An Epitome of Astronomy, with the New Discoveries: Including an Account of the Eidouranion, or Transparent Orrery is a comprehensive and accessible guide to the science of astronomy as understood in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This work distills the vast and complex field of astronomy into a concise yet thorough overview, making it suitable for both beginners and those seeking to refresh their knowledge. The book covers the fundamental principles of astronomy, including the str...

An Unsinkable Titanic: Every Ship its own Lifeboat by J. Bernard Walker is a compelling exploration into the tragic sinking of the RMS Titanic and a passionate call for reform in maritime safety. Published in the wake of the 1912 disaster, the book delves into the technical, structural, and human factors that contributed to the catastrophe, challenging the widespread belief in the ship’s invincibility. Walker, an experienced engineer and editor, meticulously analyzes the design flaws, inad...

The Process of Gilding and Bronzing Picture Frames is a comprehensive manual that delves into the traditional and intricate art of gilding and bronzing, specifically tailored for picture frames. This detailed guide covers every aspect of the craft, from the selection and preparation of materials to the final finishing touches that give frames their lustrous, decorative appeal. The book begins by exploring the history and significance of gilding, providing context for its enduring popularit...

Another delightful installment in the internationally acclaimed series: It's spring in St. Denis. The village choir is preparing for its Easter concert, the wildflowers are blooming, and among the lazy whorls of the river a dead woman is found floating in a boat. This means another case for Bruno, the town’s cherished chief of police.With the discovery of sinister markings and black candles near the body, it seems to Bruno that the occult might be involved. And as ...

Faye Gardner needs to sort her life out. Dumped by her boyfriend, overlooked in her job, lingering in her South London bedsit ... this is no way to live when her ex is parading his happiness with his swanky new girlfriend from Hong Kong. Then a long hangover of the soul transforms her outlook forever.Faye sets up an online detective agency investigating infidelity. Within a year she solves 60 cases and has earnt 6 figures. The only problem is that none of these affairs happened for...

Dreams and Ideas celebrates the legacy of American theatrical designer John Winniford “Winn” Morton (19282022), a Texan who made his way to New York to begin a stellar career that lasted from when he was 18 until he finally retired at 90. More than 150 photographs and original color illustrations demonstrate how Morton paid careful attention to the look of every single performer, consciously conveying character through clothing. Morton started in the early years of live television and then...

In this groundbreaking experiment, Debra Walker enlisted Archangel Michael to create a one-of-a-kind experience to help transform her life. What she received was far more than she could have imagined. Within this delightful adventure you will discover Michaels deceptively simple yet powerful solutions to common problems. You will see why you are getting what you dont want, and how to get what you really want. The areas of relationships, finance and personal empowerment are beautifully addr...

This is about the struggle of peoples lives, including my own. This is a book of poetry about taking control or letting go and decisions and facts we face every day. These are some opinions I like to share. And I would like to take all my readers there.

Death remains a difficult topic to address openly, left to professionals in hospitals and hospices. Talking About Death aims to equip ministers and pastoral carers to enable individuals and families to say and do the important things on their minds. It includes: Learning How To Die: How the medicalisation of death has affected thinking around death; the role of Christian faith. Talking about death positively: exploring the string feelings around death; how theories of loss can be helpful. ...