Download or read book Finding Audrey written by Sophie Kinsella and published by Penguin Group. This book was released on 2015-06-09 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Shopaholic series comes a terrific blend of comedy, romance, and psychological recovery in a contemporary YA novel sure to inspire and entertain. An anxiety disorder disrupts fourteen-year-old Audrey's daily life. She has been making slow but steady progress with Dr. Sarah, but when Audrey meets Linus, her brother's gaming teammate, she is energized. She connects with him. Audrey can talk through her fears with Linus in a way she's never been able to do with anyone before. As their friendship deepens and her recovery gains momentum, a sweet romantic connection develops, one that helps not just Audrey but also her entire family.
Download or read book You re a Miracle and a Pain in the Ass written by Mike McHargue and published by Convergent Books. This book was released on 2021-05-18 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Holding brain science in one hand and rich emotional presence in the other, this book feels timely and necessary.”—Shauna Niequist, New York Times bestselling author of Present Over Perfect Why is there such a gap between what you want to do and what you actually do? The host of Ask Science Mike explains why our desires and our real lives are so wildly different—and what you can do to close the gap. For thousands of years, scientists, philosophers, and self-help gurus have wrestled with one of the basic conundrums of human life: Why do we do the things we do? Or, rather, why do we so often not do the things we want to do? As a podcast host whose voice goes out to millions each month, Mike McHargue gets countless emails from people seeking to understand their own misbehavior—why we binge on Netflix when we know taking a walk outside would be better for us, or why we argue politics on Facebook when our real friends live just down the street. Everyone wants to be a good person, but few of us, twenty years into the new millennium, have any idea how to do that. In You’re a Miracle (and a Pain in the Ass), McHargue addresses these issues. We like to think we’re in control of our thoughts and decisions, he writes, but science has shown that a host of competing impulses, emotions, and environmental factors are at play in every action we undertake. Touching on his podcast listeners’ most pressing questions, from relationships and ethics to stress and mental health, and sharing some of the biggest triumphs and hardships from his own life, McHargue shows us how some of our qualities that seem most frustrating—including “negative” emotions like sadness, anger, and anxiety—are actually key to helping humans survive and thrive. In doing so, he invites us on a path of self-understanding and, ultimately, self-acceptance. You’re a Miracle (and a Pain in the Ass) is a guided tour through the mystery of human consciousness, showing readers how to live more at peace with themselves in a complex world.
Download or read book Warrior written by Robert Matzen and published by Paladin Communications. This book was released on 2021-09-28 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "UNICEF thought that with my mother they would get a pretty princess to show up at galas. What they really got was a badass soldier." – Luca Dotti, Audrey Hepburn's son. Warrior: Audrey Hepburn completes the story arc of Robert Matzen's Dutch Girl: Audrey Hepburn and World War II. Hepburn's experiences in wartime, including the murder of family members, her survival through combat and starvation conditions, and work on behalf of the Dutch Resistance, gave her the determination to become a humanitarian for UNICEF and the fearlessness to charge into war-torn countries in the Third World on behalf of children and their mothers in desperate need. She set the standard for celebrity humanitarians and--according to her son Luca Dotti--ultimately gave her life for the causes she espoused.
Download or read book Dutch Girl written by Robert Matzen and published by Paladin Communications. This book was released on 2019-04-15 with total page 429 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twenty-five years after her passing, Audrey Hepburn remains the most beloved of all Hollywood stars, known as much for her role as UNICEF ambassador as for films like Roman Holiday and Breakfast at Tiffany's. Several biographies have chronicled her stardom, but none has covered her intense experiences through five years of Nazi occupation in the Netherlands. According to her son, Luca Dotti, "The war made my mother who she was." Audrey Hepburn's war included participation in the Dutch Resistance, working as a doctor's assistant during the "Bridge Too Far" battle of Arnhem, the brutal execution of her uncle, and the ordeal of the Hunger Winter of 1944. She also had to contend with the fact that her father was a Nazi agent and her mother was pro-Nazi for the first two years of the occupation. But the war years also brought triumphs as Audrey became Arnhem's most famous young ballerina. Audrey's own reminiscences, new interviews with people who knew her in the war, wartime diaries, and research in classified Dutch archives shed light on the riveting, untold story of Audrey Hepburn under fire in World War II. Also included is a section of color and black-and-white photos. Many of these images are from Audrey's personal collection and are published here for the first time.
Download or read book Audrey Wait written by Robin Benway and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While trying to score a date with her cute co-worker at the Scooper Dooper, sixteen-year-old Audrey gains unwanted fame and celebrity status when her ex-boyfriend, a rock musician, records a breakup song about her that soars to the top of the Billboard charts.
Download or read book The Audrey Hepburn Treasures written by Ellen Erwin and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Audrey Hepburn legacy is one marked by both elegance and excellence. From her timeless style to her extraordinary acting talent, from her devotion to home and family to her tireless work with UNICEF, Audrey's life has served as an example to her many fans as one of style and purpose. The Audrey Treasures will share with fans an intimate and revealing portrait of the woman they admire and adore. Throughout, Audrey's own words, drawn from existing interviews, will be given centre stage, to create a unique personal narrative for the story of her life. The surrounding manuscript will be lavishly illustrated with approximately 200 black-and-white and colour photographs and documents from the Hepburn Estate in addition to reproduced mementos from Audrey's life that will be housed in 13 glassine envelopes throughout the book.
Download or read book Audrey in Rome written by Luca Dotti and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Assembled by Audrey Hepburn's son Luca Dotti, Audrey in Rome is an intimate collection of almost two hundred candid photographs of the beloved actress and much-imitated style icon during the twenty-year period she made Rome her home. A private album of rare snapshots—many never published before—of Audrey Hepburn in her everyday life as a citizen of the Eternal City, Audrey in Rome is a treasure for every fan of her films and her impeccable, timeless style. With an introduction by Dotti that reveals Audrey's private side and three photo-filled chapters organized by decade, the book captures the actress as she strolls around the city alone and with family and friends, walks her Yorkie, Mr. Famous, has breakfast in Piazza Navona, visits the local florist, and more. The book also contains set photographs of the films she made during her Rome years (Roman Holiday, War and Peace, The Nun's Story, Breakfast at Tiffany's) and of the famous clothes and accessories that helped create her iconic look. Irresistible as the actress herself, Audrey in Rome opens the door to Hepburn's personal world.
Download or read book Every Beat of Her Heart written by KC Richardson and published by Bold Strokes Books Inc. This book was released on 2023-12-12 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Piper James was given a new lease on life when she received a heart transplant. She lives in the apartment above her art supply store, Rainbow Arts, with her cat. She has all she wants, except a woman she can love for the rest of her life. Her biggest problem? The rest of her life is on borrowed time and love isn’t an option. Gillian Phillips moves into a new neighborhood for a new start after losing her wife in an accident two years ago. After taking advice to be more social, she decides on a pottery class at Rainbow Arts. There’s something about her instructor, Piper, that seems so comfortable and familiar to Gillian, but she can’t quite put her finger on it. When a tragic coincidence leads to an unexpected connection, revealing secrets neither wants to face, they realize that love never really dies.
Download or read book Fireball written by Robert Matzen and published by Paladin Communications. This book was released on 2017-01-16 with total page 467 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fresh look at Hollywood's "Queen of Screwball," Carole Lombard, presents a first-ever examination of the events that led to the shocking flight mishap that took her life on the side of a Nevada mountain in 1942. It also provides a day-by-day account of the struggles of Lombard's husband, Clark Gable, and other family, friends, and fans to cope with the tragedy. In effect, having just completed the first sale of war bonds and stamps in the nation following its entry into World War II, Lombard became the first Hollywood start to sacrifice her life in the War. The War Department offered Gable a funeral service with full military honors, but he refused it, knowing that his wife would not approve of such spectacle. Based on extensive research rather than gossip, this investigation further explores the lives of the 21 others on the plane, including 15 members of the U.S. Army Air Corps, and addresses one of the most enduring mysteries of World War II. On a clear night full of stars, with TWA's most experienced pilot at the controls of a 10-month-old aircraft under the power of two fully functioning engines, why did the flight crash into that Nevada mountainside? This gripping page-turner presents the story of the people on the plane, the friends and families left behind, and the heroic first responders who struggled up a mountain hoping to perform a miracle rescue. It is a story of accomplishment, bravery, sacrifice, and loss.
Download or read book Audrey Bunny written by Angie Smith and published by B&H Publishing Group. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From best-selling women’s author Angie Smith (I Will Carry You, Mended) comes this sweet children’s book about a stuffed animal named Audrey Bunny who fears her imperfections make her unworthy of a little girl’s love. She'll learn the truth soon enough, and young readers will learn that everyone is special and wonderfully made by God.
Download or read book Just Being Audrey written by Margaret Cardillo and published by Balzer + Bray. This book was released on 2011-01-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Roman Holiday to Breakfast at Tiffany's, when Audrey Hepburn starred in a movie, she lit up the screen. Her unique sense of fashion, her grace, and, most important, her spirit made her beloved by generations. But her life offscreen was even more luminous. As a little girl growing up in Nazi-occupied Europe, she learned early on that true kindness is the greatest measure of a person—and it was a lesson she embodied as she became one of the first actresses to use her celebrity to shine a light on the impoverished children of the world through her work with UNICEF. This is Audrey Hepburn as a little girl, an actress, an icon, an inspiration; this is Audrey just being Audrey.
Download or read book MARY ROBERTS RINEHART Ultimate Collection written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-12-15 with total page 4449 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This meticulously edited Rinehart collection is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Miss Cornelia Van Gorder Series: The Circular Staircase The Bat Tish Carberry Series: The Amazing Adventures of Letitia Carberry Three Pirates of Penzance That Awful Night Tish: The Chronicle of Her Escapades and Excursions Mind over Motor Like a Wolf on the Fold The Simple Lifers Tish's Spy My Country Tish of Thee— More Tish The Cave on Thundercloud Tish Does Her Bit Salvage Novels: The Man in Lower Ten The Window at the White Cat When a Man Marries Where There's a Will The Case of Jennie Brice The Street of Seven Stars The After House K. Bab, a Sub-Deb Long Live the King! The Amazing Interlude The Breaking Point Dangerous Days A Poor Wise Man Short Stories: Love Stories Twenty-Two Jane In the Pavilion God's Fool The Miracle "Are We Downhearted? No!" The Game Affinities and Other Stories Affinities The Family Friend Clara's Little Escapade The Borrowed House Sauce for the Gander Locked Doors Sight Unseen The Confession The Truce of God The Valley of Oblivion Travelogues: Through Glacier Park in 1915 Tenting Tonight Essays: Oh Well You Know How Women Are – Isn't That Just Like a Man! Why I Believe in Scouting for Girls Kings, Queens, and Pawns – Autobiography
Download or read book The Greatest Works of Mary Roberts Rinehart written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-12-25 with total page 4450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique Rinehart collection has been meticulously edited and and formatted to the highest digital standards. Miss Cornelia Van Gorder Series: The Circular Staircase The Bat Tish Carberry Series: The Amazing Adventures of Letitia Carberry Three Pirates of Penzance That Awful Night Tish: The Chronicle of Her Escapades and Excursions Mind over Motor Like a Wolf on the Fold The Simple Lifers Tish's Spy My Country Tish of Thee— More Tish The Cave on Thundercloud Tish Does Her Bit Salvage Novels: The Man in Lower Ten The Window at the White Cat When a Man Marries Where There's a Will The Case of Jennie Brice The Street of Seven Stars The After House K. Bab, a Sub-Deb Long Live the King! The Amazing Interlude The Breaking Point Dangerous Days A Poor Wise Man Short Stories: Love Stories Twenty-Two Jane In the Pavilion God's Fool The Miracle "Are We Downhearted? No!" The Game Affinities and Other Stories Affinities The Family Friend Clara's Little Escapade The Borrowed House Sauce for the Gander Locked Doors Sight Unseen The Confession The Truce of God The Valley of Oblivion Travelogues: Through Glacier Park in 1915 Tenting Tonight Essays: Oh Well You Know How Women Are – Isn't That Just Like a Man! Why I Believe in Scouting for Girls Kings, Queens, and Pawns – Autobiography
Download or read book The Collected Works of Mary Roberts Rinehart written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-17 with total page 4452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Collected Works of Mary Roberts Rinehart is a compilation of the renowned author's most celebrated mystery and suspense novels, showcasing her distinct literary style characterized by intricate plots, dynamic characters, and clever twists. Rinehart's works often delve into the dark underbelly of society, exploring the complexities of human nature and the psychology behind crime. Her skillful blend of suspense and social commentary set her apart as a pioneer in the genre of mystery fiction during the early 20th century. Readers will be engrossed by the captivating narratives and sophisticated storytelling that Rinehart expertly weaves throughout her works. Mary Roberts Rinehart, a trailblazing female author in a male-dominated literary landscape, drew inspiration from her own experiences as a nurse and a journalist, bringing a unique perspective to her writing. Her ability to craft compelling mysteries with a focus on character development and social issues solidified her reputation as a master storyteller. Rinehart's works continue to resonate with readers today, offering a timeless exploration of human behavior and societal norms. I highly recommend The Collected Works of Mary Roberts Rinehart to mystery enthusiasts and fans of classic literature alike. This comprehensive collection serves as a testament to Rinehart's enduring legacy and her contributions to the literary world, making it a must-read for anyone seeking riveting storytelling and thought-provoking themes.
Download or read book Too Much Sun written by Nicky Silver and published by Dramatists Play Service, Inc.. This book was released on 2015-05-15 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Audrey Langham, an actress of some repute but greater temperament, reaches her breaking point while rehearsing Medea in Chicago. She walks off the stage and out of the production. With no place else to go, she heads to her daughter's summer house on Cape Cod. Kitty and her husband, Dennis, however, hardly greet Audrey with champagne and confetti. Audrey gets a warmer reception from the star-struck widower next door and his troubled son. A summer by the sea full of hilariously calculated romance and clandestine trysts leads to an inevitable tragedy. But from that tragedy emerge new beginnings and new bonds. Secrets are unearthed as each of these characters finds a way to shed the role they've been playing in life, a way to be who they really are when they stop "acting."
Download or read book Playing Fast A Secret Crush Baseball Romance written by Melanie Scott and published by emscott enterprises. This book was released on 2016 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She never worried about her crush on baseball’s bad boy until he landed right in her lap Eva Harlowe always figured her crush on Finn Castro would never be anything but her deepest fantasy. Until the Saints send him down to the minors after one too many scandals. And given Eva works for the Sarasota Springs Preachers, that means now her job is dealing with the fallen Saint way too up close and personal. Finn might as well have ‘bad decision’ tattooed on his forehead and she knows she has to resist. Which would be easier if meeting the gorgeous Finn face to face didn’t make her want to learn all the wicked things he can teach her. He's trying to learn his lesson, but she makes him want to play dirty Finn knows he’s on his last chance. Three strikes and the Saints have exiled him to see if he can reform his ways. He needs to keep his head down and prove that he deserves a second chance. But Eva would tempt even a true saint and he’s not even close to that. When the two of them strike a bargain for a strictly one season fling, it seems the perfect solution. But hearts don’t always follow the rules and as their clock starts to run out, they either have to face their feelings or lose everything they are. Playing Fast is the fifth book in the New York Saints series, a steamy sports romance series. This series has billionaires, baseball, strong heroines, team drama, the occasional cute pet, and sexy times. Enjoy! Author's note: For tropes and CW, please check the author's website. KEYWORDS: Baseball romance series, steamy sports romance, secret crush, office romance, just a fling, professional athlete hero romance, baseball hero, strong heroine romance, contemporary romance, sensual, sexy, modern, kissing books, swoon, emotional,
Download or read book Inside Outing written by Richard Riley and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A passage through the afterlife (and back again) on the backdrop of the Iraq war and one man's rapidly disintegrating personal life.
