Download or read book The Big Reveal written by Jen Larsen and published by Henry Holt and Company (BYR). This book was released on 2021-12-07 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A dazzling YA novel about a girl who isn't afraid to be big and sexy and dance her heart out, and a discussion-provoking exploration of the mixed messages our society gives young women about their bodies and sexuality. Addie is a talented dancer, a true-blue friend, and a fat, fierce, and driven young woman. When she's accepted into the prestigious dance company of her dreams, she thinks nothing can bring her down—until she realizes she doesn't have enough money to go. Refusing to give up, Addie and her friends decide to put on a top-secret, invitation-only burlesque show to raise funds. But word soon gets out, and the slut- and body-shaming begin. Has Addie been resisting the patriarchy, or playing right into its hands? The Big Reveal asks hard-hitting feminist questions while reveling in some of life's greatest joys: chasing your passions, falling in love, and embracing yourself exactly as you are.

Download or read book Strangeville School Is Definitely Not Cursed written by Darcy Miller and published by Yearling. This book was released on 2024-04-30 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get ready to laugh out loud at Strangeville Middle School, the wackiest (definitely not cursed) school ever! This highly illustrated new series is Sideways Stories from Wayside School for a new generation! Smile! It’s picture day! Except maybe don’t smile, because there’s a glowing lost-and-found box that’s appeared in the cafeteria. Sure, coming to Strangeville Middle has been an adjustment for new kid Harvey Hill, but things seem to be going well. That is, until strange things happen that may or may not be related to a 50-year-old curse (if, of course, curses were real, which they definitely are not). Luckily Harvey and his friend Stella are on the case. Their classmate Nevaeh seems to think there’s a logical explanation to the sentient robots, flooding hallways, and the glowing lost-and-found box, but Harvey and Stella aren't convinced. Is Harvey brave enough to solve the mystery of the curse (ahem, if there is one)? Or is Strangeville doomed? “Strangeville School is totally hysterical! It’s like a lopsided, upside down, triple somersault Sideways Stories from Wayside School for a whole new generation.” -- Chris Grabenstein, New York Times bestselling author of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library and I Funny

Download or read book Heart Shaped Lies written by Elizabeth Agyemang and published by Delacorte Press. This book was released on 2024-11-26 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Tucker Must Die meets A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder in this tongue-in-cheek mystery about three feuding exes of a social media prank star who are forced to work together to uncover the truth behind his death when his deactivated account resurfaces online with claims that one of them murdered him. Kiara, Priscilla, and Nevaeh have nothing in common—except they just found out that they’re all dating Tommy Harding, the internet's most famous teen prank star. KIARA is the girlfriend who the cameras know and love, the academic star who Tommy parades around in public to keep his image in check. PRISCILLA is Tommy's co-star. As a beauty influencer and an accomplice to Tommy’s notorious antics, she’s always known that the two of them could be the Internet’s power couple—if only he would confess to his girlfriend what really goes on during their 'rehearsals'. And NEVAEH is the good girl, the pastor's daughter who'd never dream of dating a boy who’s already taken. When a viral post from Tommy’s social media account exposes his cheating ways during their high school class trip to Florida’s biggest theme park, the girls are crushed—and furious. Tommy claims his account was hacked. Now, Kiara, Priscilla, and Nevaeh want him out of their lives. Forever. After all, Tommy doesn’t just hold their hearts—he holds their secrets, too. But when Tommy's body is found the next morning, their so-called wish becomes a twisted reality. Because Tommy may be gone, but the internet is forever. And the girls are about to go from strangers to suspects….

Download or read book Surviving Becky s written by Cheryl E. Matias and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-12-17 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The infamous rise in characterizations of white women as Becky(s) is a modern phenomenon, different from past characterizations like the Miss Anne types. But just who embodies the Becky? Why is it important to understand, especially with regards to anti-racism and racial justice? Understanding that learning, moreover even discussing, dynamics of race and gender are oftentimes met with discomfort and emotional resistance, this creative, yet theoretical book merges social science analyses with literary short stories as a way to more effectively teach about the impact of whiteness and gender. Additionally, the book includes guiding questions so that readers can critically reflect on the behaviors of Becky(s) and how they impact the hope for racial harmony. Designed specifically for both educational spaces and the larger society, the author, an educational researcher and former classroom teacher, approaches the topic of race and gender, specifically whiteness and white women, in a nuanced manner. By borrowing from traditions found in critical race theory and teacher education, this book offers both counterstories and anecdotes that can help people better understand the dynamics behind race and gender.

Download or read book The Natural Genius of Ants written by Betty Culley and published by Crown Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2022-05-10 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A summer ant farm grows into a learning experience for the entire family in this lyrical coming-of-age story from the award-winning author of Down to Earth. "Endearingly executed, this gentle tale will see readers applauding as they reach the end.” –Booklist, Starred Review Harvard is used to his father coming home from the hospital and telling him about all the babies he helped. But since he made the mistake at work, Dad has been quieter than usual. And now he is taking Harvard and his little brother, Roger, to Kettle Hole, Maine, for the summer. Harvard hopes this trip isn’t another mistake. In the small town where he grew up, Dad seems more himself. Especially once the family decides to start an ant farm--just like Dad had as a kid! But when the mail-order ants are D.O.A., Harvard doesn't want Dad to experience any more sadness. Luckily, his new friend Neveah has the brilliant idea to use the ants crawling around the kitchen instead. But these insects don't come with directions. So the kids have a lot to learn--about the ants, each other, and how to forgive ourselves when things go wrong.

Download or read book Color Me in written by Natasha E. Diaz and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fifteen-year-old Nevaeh Levitz is torn between two worlds, passing for white while living in Harlem, being called Jewish while attending her mother's Baptist church, and experiencing first love while watching her parents' marriage crumble.

Download or read book Glacier written by Violet Blaze and published by Sarian Royal. This book was released on 2017-06-16 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: His real name might be Saint, but he's a monster. His heart—if he even has one—is coated in ice. Dark. Like the blood under his fingernails. Saint “Glacier” Nordin is the enforcer for the Alpha Wolves Motorcycle Club and sin for sin, he's an outlaw among outlaws. But even monsters want to be accepted and there's a place in the club for someone like him, a man that paints with blood instead of oils. Glacier, he's the stuff nightmares are made of. But I love him. Even if he's thirty and I'm only seventeen, even if the looks he gives me are cold hell. I want all of him: his body, his heart … and his monster. *GLACIER is a stand-alone MC romance by bestselling author C.M. Stunich writing as Violet Blaze, with a sexy tattooed badass, a strong and capable heroine, and a dark but riveting love story. This book is a spin-off of the completed "Bad Boys MC Trilogy" starting with "Raw and Dirty" but can be read entirely on its own.*

Download or read book More Grace written by Sylvia Brown-Roberts and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2024-04-30 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More Grace is the fifth novel in the Church Doors series of Author Sylvia Brown-Roberts. It continues the story of NikkiMac, a teacher in an urban school district. She’s a faithful member of a local church congregation, and is happily married to the assistant minister. She and her best friends Jacee and Anna Maria face the challenges and rewards of walking in faith. They deal with child protection, romance, compassion, childbirth, cultural differences, evangelism, loyalty, verbal assaults, jealousy, depression, and joy. They and the other church members may fall, but they won’t quit the faith.

Download or read book Unseen Danger written by Jerusha Agen and published by SDG Words, LLC. This book was released on 2023-07-27 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This woman and her K-9 protect others. Now who will protect them? After a brutal attack, it took Nevaeh Williams six years to rebuild her life. Now a security specialist at the Phoenix K-9 Security and Detection Agency, she faces danger nearly every day. But when an old friend is targeted, her fragile stability begins to crumble. Celebrity bodyguard Branson Aaberg could lose more than his career if he fails to end the mysterious threat against his client. Soon he’s more concerned with rescuing the tough but vulnerable woman who joins his security team. Nevaeh is there to protect her friend, but what if she needs protection? What if the feeling she’s being watched isn’t the result of her traumatized imagination? If the danger is real, Nevaeh's only hope for survival may be the God powerful enough to defeat her worst enemy—the one she doesn't see before it's too late. Unseen Danger continues the thrilling story of the elite Phoenix K-9 Security and Detection Agency that began with Hidden Danger (Guardians Unleashed, #1). (Each book can stand alone or be read as series installments.) Praise for Jerusha Agen: "Jerusha Agen once again delivers top-level suspense and thrilling action. Fast-paced suspense at its best.” – DiAnn Mills, bestselling author of Concrete Evidence on Covert Danger "Fast-paced, explosive thriller. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough." – Carrie Stuart Parks, award-winning, bestselling author of Relative Silence on Rising Danger

Download or read book My Little Secret written by Anna J. and published by Urban Books. This book was released on 2013-01-10 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Midori Hunter has it all, including a midnight black Aston Martin Vanquish S parked in the driveway of the mini-mansion she shares with her husband, Dr. Ray Hunter. On the outside looking in, one would think Midori is happy, but it's another story when you don't marry for love, but rather for financial gain. Tired of her cheating husband and fed up with being lonely, Midori takes a liking to Jaydah B., the sassy, sometimes cranky bestselling author who has drama of her own that she hasn't quite figured out how to deal with. They appear to be a match made in heaven, but when the lies that both women have told threaten to be exposed, who decides who stays and who goes? Midori and Jaydah have a lot on the line, and both could lose everything they've worked for. That's why their love affair has to remain their little secret.

Download or read book A CHAINED HEART written by HARMONY BANWO and published by Netpreneur BOOKS. This book was released on 2024-07-27 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In A Chained Heart, Harmony Banwo explores the profound journey of emotional and spiritual healing. This compelling narrative follows the life of a young woman, bound by the chains of past traumas and emotional struggles, as she navigates her path to freedom and redemption. Banwo masterfully weaves a tale that delves deep into the human psyche, highlighting the complexities of dealing with grief, betrayal, and the search for inner peace. Through vivid storytelling and relatable characters, readers are taken on an intimate journey of self-discovery and resilience. Set against the backdrop of contemporary society, A Chained Heart portrays the protagonist’s struggle to break free from the metaphorical chains that bind her. With the help of faith, supportive relationships, and an unwavering determination, she learns to embrace forgiveness, hope, and ultimately, love. This book is not just a story of personal triumph but also a testament to the power of faith and the human spirit's ability to overcome life's most challenging obstacles. Harmony Banwo's poignant writing will resonate with anyone who has ever felt trapped by their circumstances and yearned for liberation. A Chained Heart is a must-read for those seeking inspiration and a deeper understanding of the path to emotional and spiritual freedom.*

Download or read book Dance With Me written by Imani Price and published by Books to Hook Publishing, LLC.. This book was released on 2023-08-11 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step One: Learn to dance. Step Two: Don’t fall in love. Nevaeh has always danced her way through life, metaphorically speaking. Her zest for life is infectious, and she is known for being the life of the party... and for her two left feet. She has no sense of rhythm and jests that when she’s dancing, people think she’s having a seizure. When her best friend gets engaged, she couldn’t be more thrilled—that is, until she finds out there’s a stipulation to being the maid of honor: Nevaeh must learn how to dance. As if that isn’t bad enough, her dance instructor is sinfully handsome. And completely off limits. Sean’s life is what you might call complicated, which is one of the many reasons he loves dancing. The rhythm. The control. You know the steps—you lead or you follow. It’s a simple escape from his world of order. That is, until a beautiful bundle of chaos comes stumbling through his studio doors. He never expected to feel such a spark with a student. Nevaeh is everything he could ever want and more, but as a single parent, his life isn’t just his own. Still, with every lesson, she twirls herself a little further into his life and his heart. The time for dancing around his feelings is over. If you like sassy, fun-loving romances with single dads, strong friendships, and relatable heroines, you’ll love Dance With Me. This is a sweet romance standalone taking place in the small town of Sweetgum Meadows. Scroll up and grab your copy now...

Download or read book Covert Danger written by Jerusha Agen and published by SDG Words, LLC. This book was released on 2022-09-22 with total page 395 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A K-9 protection team. An assassin. Only one can survive. An assassin is on the loose in the Twin Cities, aiming to kill FBI witnesses the Phoenix K-9 Security and Detection Agency is hired to protect. Rogue CIA agent Amalia Pérez and her protection K-9 must get the edge on this deadly opponent before he kills her childhood best friend—the only man who knows her true identity. Investigative journalist Michael Barrett can’t believe his eyes when the woman he’s spent years searching for walks back into his life. But he soon fears the woman he loved is lost forever beneath the secrets Amalia wears like armor. As the assassin closes in, Amalia will risk anything to keep Michael safe—anything except believing in the God he trusts. When the layers of deception become as dangerous as bullets, can Amalia and Michael uncover the truth in time to stop the assassin from completing his lethal mission? Covert Danger continues the thrilling story of the elite Phoenix K-9 Security and Detection Agency that began with Hidden Danger (Guardians Unleashed, #1). (Each book can stand alone or be read as series installments.) Praise for Covert Danger: "Jerusha Agen once again delivers top-level suspense and thrilling action. Fast-paced suspense at its best.” – DiAnn Mills, bestselling author of Concrete Evidence "Hang on! This action-packed story doesn't let up until the good guys win!" – Natalie Walters, award-winning author of Lights Out and the Harbored Secrets Series

Download or read book Certain Signals written by Elizabeth Karre and published by Darby Creek ™. This book was released on 2014-08-01 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rashawn is smart, owns his own car, and has some cred with the "it" crowd. But when it comes to girls, his moves and his pickup lines are a disaster. If only he knew how to read girls. When a man shows up in a dream and offers Rashawn a gift, Rashawn knows exactly what he wants: attraction detection. But is it possible to know too much?

Download or read book Broken Arrow written by Chelle Bliss and published by Chelle Bliss. This book was released on 2023-12-05 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annie Hancock is finally following her dreams, studying for her graduate degree to become a professional artist. But when someone starts to leave threatening notes around her studio and dorm, Annie can’t help but wonder…who’s after her and why? She doesn’t know who to trust or keep herself safe. Arrow has been grinding for years as a bounty hunter and private investigator. After setting down roots and opening his own office, his business doesn’t take off the way he’d hoped. Just when he’s about to change course, a beautiful woman is in desperate need of his services. But what starts out as a simple assignment becomes more complicated when they’re forced into hiding. And as the threat gets closer, and the attraction becomes hotter, they’ll need to decide if what they have is real or driven by danger.

Download or read book Living Consequences written by Brittney Holmes and published by Urban Christian. This book was released on 2007 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this moving novel, two high school seniors grappling with issues of sex, love, and intimacy learn lifelong lessons, and soon find that God's love and forgiveness can carry them through difficult times.

Download or read book Confessions of an Heiress written by Paris Hilton and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-12-25 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Socialite, fashion icon, television and movie star, recording artist and just plain celebrity: Twenty-two year old Paris Hilton is the great granddaughter of hotel magnate Conrad Hilton and is estimated to be worth $30 million. The world first became aware of Paris Hilton through a Vanity Fair profile in 2000. Since then, she has graced the pages of countless magazines, newspapers, and tabloids; modeled on the runways of top designers; appeared on television shows as herself ('Saturday Night Live', MTV Music Awards) and as fictional characters (the new Sky One show 'Las Vegas'); had small parts in movies like 'The Cat in the Hat', 'Win a Date with Tad Hamilton' and the upcoming 'The Hillz'; has begun work on an album; and starred in a hit reality series, 'The Simple Life' (shown here on Channel 4). She has been romantically linked with current boyfriend Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys, Rick Solomon (of the notorious sex tape), and Deryck Whibley of Sum 41. 'I think the biggest misconception about me is that I'm this spoiled brat. But I'm not. I'm the total opposite.'