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"In Truth Is the Arrow, Mercy Is the Bow, Steve Almond employs the radical empathy he displayed as co-host (with Cheryl Strayed) of the podcast Dear Sugars to explore the joys and trials of storytelling, and to explode the myths that hold us back from writing our deepest and truest work. The book includes chapters on plot, character, and chronology, but travels far beyond the earnest intentions of most craft books. It includes essays on humor, sex,...
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Playaway Products, LLC
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[2024]
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El sueno de un nino puede cambiar el mundo entero. Esta es una inspiradora historia, basada en la vida real del autor, sobre el poder de la imaginacion y la fuerza de la determinacion. Cuando una terrible sequia asolo la pequena aldea donde vivia William Kamkwamba, su familia perdio todas las cosechas y se quedo sin nada que comer y nada que vender. William comenzo entonces a investigar en los libros de ciencia que habia en la biblioteca en busca...
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"A creepy, charming monster-slaying fantasy romance-from the perspective of the monster-by Nebula Award-winning debut author John Wiswell"--
"Shesheshen has made a mistake fatal to all monsters: she's fallen in love. Shesheshen is a shapeshifter, who happily resides as an amorphous lump at the bottom of a ruined manor. When her rest is interrupted by hunters intent on murdering her, she constructs a body from the remains of past meals: a metal chain...
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Feedback Navigator Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle: The Art of Receiving Feedback and Make Effective Feedback
Unlock the power of feedback with the Feedback Navigator Bundle, a comprehensive 2-in-1 audiobook collection designed to elevate your personal and professional growth. This bundle includes two insightful titles:
The Art of Receiving Feedback: Embrace Growth through Skillful Assessment and Thoughtful Incorporation of Constructive Critique to Propel...
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"Klara -- who's always thought of herself as a little different, a sneaker in a world full of kitten heels and polished boots -- is feeling a disconnect these days. She has type 1 diabetes, currently works in a dead-end job, and is in desperate need of a change. When her dad falls ill, Klara begrudgingly agrees to help run his small construction company while he recovers, even though it means moving back home and pushing the boundaries of her comfort...
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Make Effective Feedback: Mastering the Art of Constructive Communication
Immerse yourself in the world of impactful communication with "Make Effective Feedback: Mastering the Art of Constructive Communication." In a realm where words hold the power to shape growth and success, this audiobook becomes your definitive guide to harnessing the art of feedback.
Step into a space where every interaction becomes an opportunity for growth. Delve into the...
7) Unshackled
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Step back in time to the heart of Sydney's gold rush era with an unfiltered glimpse into the city's bustling construction scene. Immerse yourself in the vivid historical backdrop transporting your senses to the hustle and noise of the burgeoning Sydney in 1855
Meet John Leary again, a man whose dreams of a construction dynasty are finally materialising. With his beloved wife Clarissa expecting their first child and a successful partnership with Sean...
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A mind-opening collection of short science fiction from one of the genre's most revered Grand Masters. Legendary author Robert A. Heinlein proclaimed, "To read science fiction is to read Simak. A reader who does not like Simak stories does not like science fiction at all." The remarkably talented Clifford D. Simak was able to ground his vast imagination in reality, and then introduce readers to fantastical worlds and concepts they could instantly...
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She thought she trusted her husband with her life; but a lot can happen in a week…
Handsome doctor Matthew Delaney and his wife Nicole have a perfect life. So when Matthew suddenly vanishes, Nicole is in shock.
As Nicole searches for answers, she uncovers a trail of deceit leading straight to the mysterious Glasshouse – a staggering palatial home constructed out of cut glass and icy granite, clinging to the hillside in a gravity defying show...
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This groundbreaking study of race, religion, and popular culture in the twenty-first century United States focuses on a new concept, "Muslim Cool." Muslim Cool is a way of being an American Muslim-displayed in ideas, dress, social activism in the 'hood, and in complex relationships to state power. Constructed through hip hop and the performance of Blackness, Muslim Cool is a way of engaging with the Black American experience by both Black and non-Black...
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This program includes three recipes.
Multiple award–winning author Gigi Pandian is one of the best locked room mystery writers working today. Her newest heroine, Tempest Raj, returns in The Raven Thief, where sliding bookcases, trick tables, and hidden reading nooks hide something much more sinister than the Secret Staircase Construction crew ever imagined.
One murder. Four impossibilities. A fake séance hides a very real crime.
A Macmillan...
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Twelve authors shed new light on the true history and enduring mythology of seventeenth— and eighteenth—century pirates in this anthology of scholarly essays.
The twelve entries in The Golden Age of Piracy discuss why pirates thrived in the seas of the New World, how pirates operated their plundering ventures, how governments battled piracy, and when and why piracy declined. Separating Hollywood myth from historical fact, these essays bring the...
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"Phantoms in the Brain" by V.S. Ramachandran and Sandra Blakeslee delves into the intriguing world of neurological disorders, offering a window into the human brain's complexities. Through patient stories, it explores how our brains construct reality, identity, and consciousness. This summary encapsulates the essence of how exceptional cases illuminate "normal" brain function, touching on phenomena like phantom limbs and hemi-neglect to unravel the...
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In the annals of ancient civilizations, nestled amidst the sands of time, are the stories of gods whose wisdom and influence shaped the course of human history. These gods possessed an intimate understanding of the stars and celestial bodies. They mapped the heavens, charting the movements of planets and stars, and deciphering the cosmic symphony that guided the destiny of mankind.
These gods walked among mortals, imparting knowledge and wisdom to...
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Books about cool construction machines are always picked up by readers. But these titles are written for readers who are getting a bit more comfortable with new words and harder, but still simple, sentence structures. This title will challenge beginning readers to take on more and help emerging readers move to the next level. This series is at a Level 2 and is written specifically for emerging readers. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
18) Unshackled
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Step into the tumultuous world of Gold Rush-era Sydney Town, where history unfolds before your eyes in all its gritty, unvarnished glory. The past comes alive, invoking vivid memories of a bustling Sydney under construction.
In the roiling year of 1855, the vibrant city of Sydney is thriving, and the future looks promising for John Leary. His dreams of construction are materializing, and his heart swells with anticipation as his beloved wife Clarissa...
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Take your Spanish to the next level with Paul's tried and tested method guaranteed to deepen your understanding of the language with his easy-to-follow approach. Next Steps is an intermediate course, for non-beginners, which follows on from the Complete Spanish Beginner's course. Building on your existing knowledge, Next Steps is designed to teach you the essential tenses and grammar you need to independently construct sentences, in a simple and logical...
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Take your Italian to the next level with Paul's tried and tested method guaranteed to deepen your understanding of the language with his easy-to-follow approach. Next Steps is an intermediate course, for non-beginners, which follows on from the Complete Italian Beginner's course. Building on your existing knowledge, Next Steps is designed to teach you the essential tenses and grammar you need to independently construct sentences, in a simple and logical...
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