Download or read book Tiara Trouble written by Lane Buckman and published by . This book was released on 2013-08 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One foreign policy question five years ago sent Destinee Faith Miller's dreams of being Miss American Universe up in flames and landed her back in her hometown of Phenix City, Alabama, with her tail between her legs. But like the mythological bird that her hometown is misspelled after, she rose from the ashes to create Destinee's Dolls, a thriving pageant consulting business knee-deep in pink, prints and glitz. A death at the local level of a national pageant lands her the job of pageant emcee, and Destinee dares to dream of bigger things-maybe even a reality TV show! But when judges start dropping like flies, she has her hands full just keeping herself alive long enough to see those dreams come true. Contending with catfights, car bombs, and the camouflage-colored funeral of a redneck's dream, Destinee gets a little help from her friends, family, and a pit bull named Clarabelle, to track down the killer and, more important, produce a simply magnificent pageant.

Download or read book The Crook and the Crown written by Debbie Dadey and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes excerpt from an upcoming story in the series entitled 'Twist and shout'.

Download or read book Beauty Ideals Appearances and Body Images in Disney s Feature Films written by Lisa Buchegger and published by LIT Verlag. This book was released on 2023-07-01 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Disney films reflect the current values and beliefs of society and have the power to influence their audiences in the perception of what is beautiful, and whether appearance does or does not matter. This book gives an overview of beauty ideals, body images, and appearances in Disney’s feature films. Seven main films are chosen for this analysis to allow for a comparison across time: Snow White and the Seven Dwarves (1937), Cinderella (1950), The Little Mermaid (1989), Beauty and the Beast (1991), Aladdin (1992), The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996), and Frozen (2013). The survey determines to what extent Disney films make use of the beauty-goodness stereotype – the equation of appearance and personality. The characters are analyzed as to which bodily features they exhibit, and how these features are in tune with dominant beauty discourses during the times the films were made. Furthermore, the narratives are examined to find out how they topics ‘beauty’ and ‘appearance’ are rendered within them, demonstrating that earlier films frequently rely on traditional and stereotypical depictions and notions of beauty, whereas more recent productions represent more ambiguity and diversity.

Download or read book Calamity Jayne and the Trouble with Tandems written by Kathleen Bacus and published by Gemma Halliday Publishing. This book was released on 2015-01-21 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What’s the hardest part of learning to ride a tandem? The pavement. It’s late July, and Tressa Jayne Turner’s summer is as sizzling as Ranger Rick Townsend! But is Tressa in love or lust with the hot ranger? There's not time to find out as Tressa’s boss at the Gazette, Stan Rodgers, wants his Ace Cub Reporter to cover TribRide—the state’s ginormous bicycle ride across the state—but not from the sidelines. This assignment is a little more…hands on. Hands on the handlebars, that is. Not only that, but Tressa’s ticket to ride in on a bicycle built for two! And at the tandem’s helm? Sleazy rival reporter Drew Van Vleet, aka, “the missing link.” Could things get any worse? You decide. Tressa’s parents are on the outs. Her sister is on the warpath. Van Vleet’s insisting on a Star Trek theme. And Tressa is the number one suspect in a series of SO-not-funny pranks targeting reality TV star Keelie Keller. Talk about strange new worlds! Tressa is about to go where no “Calamity” has gone before--and where the ultimate wedgie is bound to be the least of this uneasy rider’s worries! Hang on, folks. It’s gonna be a bumpy ride. (I am a Vulcan. I feel no pain.) Calamity Jayne Mysteries: Calamity Jayne – book #1 Calamity Jayne and the Fowl Play at the Fair – book #2 Calamity Jayne and the Haunted Homecoming – book #3 Calamity Jayne and the Campus Caper– book #4 Calamity Jayne in the Wild, Wild West– book #5 Calamity Jayne and the Hijinks on the High Seas– book #6 Calamity Jayne and the Trouble with Tandems– book #7 What critics are saying about the Calamity Jayne Mysteries: "Filled with dumb-blonde jokes, nonstop action and rapid-fire banter, this is a perfect read for chick-lit fans who enjoy a dash of mystery." ~ Publishers' Weekly "Fun and lighthearted with an interesting mystery, a light touch of romance and some fascinating characters." ~ RT Book Reviews "Throw in two parts Nancy Drew, one part Lucille Ball, add a dash of Stephanie Plum, shake it all up and you’ve got a one-of-a-kind amateur sleuth with a penchant for junk food and hot-pink snakeskin cowgirl boots. A word to the wise: if you’re prone to laughing out loud when reading funny books, try not to read Calamity Jayne when you’re sandwiched between two sleeping passengers on an airplane…sometimes we learn these things the hard way." ~ Chick Lit Cafe "Bacus provides lots of small-town fun with this lovable, fair-haired klutz and lively story, liberally salted with dumb-blond jokes." ~ Booklist *starred review*

Download or read book The Story Cure written by Susan Elderkin and published by Canongate Books. This book was released on 2016-10-27 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The stories that shape our children's lives are too important to be left to chance. With The Story Cure, bibliotherapists Ella Berthoud and Susan Elderkin have put together the perfect manual for grown-ups who want to initiate young readers into one of life's greatest pleasures. There's a remedy for every hiccup and heartache, whether it's between the covers of a picture book, a pop-up book, or a YA novel. You'll find old favourites like The Borrowers and The Secret Garden alongside modern soon-to-be classics by Michael Morpurgo, Malorie Blackman and Frank Cottrell-Boyce, as well as helpful lists of the right reads to fuel any obsession - from dogs or dinosaurs, space or spies. Wise and witty, The Story Cure will help any small person you know through the trials and tribulations of growing up, and help you fill their bookshelves with adventure, insight and a lifetime of fun.

Download or read book Secrets In The House Betrayal Of A Woman written by bryan shaw and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2011-02 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A woman (Tiara) gets fed up with the way her husband (Randy) is living. Always on the go with his job; so she decides to do her but she is not ready for the consequences. My name is Bryan Shaw and this is my very first book that I have published. I hope that you enjoy it. More books to come. If you would like to comment on this book or would like info on ordering others in the future my email address is: [email protected] Thank you for your support.

Download or read book Bad Princess written by Kris Waldherr and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2018-01-30 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of Doomed Queens, an entertaining and informative look at the lives of over 30 princesses from the past and present. Welcome to Bad Princess by Kris Waldherr, where you’ll discover what really happens after “Happily Ever After.” From the war-torn Dark Ages of Medieval Europe to America's Gilded Age, and all the way up to Kate Middleton, Bad Princess explores more than 30 true princess stories, going beyond the glitz and glamour to find out what life was really like for young royals throughout history. A mix of royal biography, pop culture, art, style, and pure fun, Bad Princess is a whip-smart, tongue-in-cheek spin on the traditional princess narrative, proving that it takes more than a pretty crown to be a great leader. Praise for Bad Princess A SELECTION OF THE JUNIOR LIBRARY GUILD “Perfect for tweens . . . This is a great book to recommend to readers who want a taste of history with a side of fairy tale princesses.” —School Library Journal “Snarky and sympathetic . . . Power to the princesses, right on!” —Kirkus Reviews “Packed with history and context, Waldherr uses an animated, well-rounded approach in this engaging look at princesses in life and lore . . . This absorbing, thought-provoking, and intriguing exploration of a perennially popular topic will both entertain and inform.” —Booklist

Download or read book InfoWorld written by and published by . This book was released on 1987-11-09 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: InfoWorld is targeted to Senior IT professionals. Content is segmented into Channels and Topic Centers. InfoWorld also celebrates people, companies, and projects.

Download or read book Accidental Adventures written by Lily Sparkletoon and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2009-12-17 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Could there be parallel worlds out there some where lurking waiting to be found in some sort of book or hidden library waiting to be shared for the right adventurer?

Download or read book The Royal Pup Pack Catastrophe at the Palace written by David Seow and published by Bonnie Books. This book was released on with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Meet the Royal Pup Pack —Beth, Bluebell, Orla, and Teasel—four pups who are always up for fun and adventure. But when a crafty cat named CeeCee joins the pack, she lands them in big trouble. Will the royal dogs uncover CeeCee's plans to replace them before it's too late, or will there be a catastrophe at the palace?

Download or read book The Cavalry Is Coming written by John Broyles and published by John Broyles. This book was released on 2006-05-30 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Momma said there'd be days like this, but not so many so close together. Sam Bracznyck and his band of Soldier/Firefighters work hard with the Village of Bramburg's small fire department, while Sam puts out some "small personal fires" of his own. The small town knows that when their sirens start sounding, The Cavalry Is Coming.

Download or read book Bully Hunting written by Supra and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2022-10-24 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After a severely bullied childhood, followed by a few difficult years, Tiara was still shying away from bullies in her life, until, she met a mysterious woman named Scarlett. Together with her friends, Scarlett, organizes covert physical assaults on people who were bullies in the past. Although the process of bully hunting initially frightens Tiara, she realizes that there’s more to it - more stories and secrets to uncover, about Scarlett and beyond...

Download or read book Ace That Test written by Megan Sumeracki and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2023-07-19 with total page 157 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We know students have more to learn than ever before and there is a lot of pressure to perform well on tests, demonstrating superior learning. However, common study strategies such as cramming, highlighting text, and repeated reading have little impact in the longer-term. This exciting new book reveals the effective study strategies that will help you to use your time more efficiently, ace your tests, and retain information over time. In full color and accompanied by beautifully illustrated graphics, Ace That Test offers evidence-based learning strategies that students can use during their study sessions, including dual coding and the power of retrieving what they know. Including concrete examples of the ways students can use each strategy, illustrations to leverage dual coding principles of learning, and questions and activities for retrieval practice, the book covers: • How to prepare your mind for learning • Making better decisions about what you study • Planning study sessions • Use visuals and words to aid understanding • Understanding concepts • Improving learning in the long run • Reading and note-taking strategies With QR codes linking to answers to embedded questions and supplemental material, this is essential reading for college, university, and school students as well as educators teaching study skills or learning to learn courses.

Download or read book Wing and a Prayer Mysteries Box Set written by R.E. Merrill and published by New Creation Publishing. This book was released on 2020-10-21 with total page 510 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complete LOL cozy mystery series all in one place! Book 1: Bad guys beware: There's a soccer mom on your trail. With three kids, Sandra's life is a whirlwind of activity. Yet, sometimes she's a little bored. When a referee drops dead during her son's soccer game, and a short man claiming to be an angel asks her to help investigate—suddenly, life's not such a routine. The angel (is he really an angel?) tells her to go undercover as a soccer referee, which, of course, is ridiculous. She hasn't run anywhere since high school. But Sandra will find out she is still capable of far more than she thought—with a little help from above. Book 2: Peter has been cast as one of the Walton boys in a local play, giving Sandra a new chauffeur duty. When the two of them get stuck inside the remote theater during a snowstorm, and then find a dead body, Sandra calls on her old friend Bob to help. It's a kooky cast of suspicious characters, and one of them is a killer. Can Sandra and Bob figure out who it is before someone else gets hurt? Book 3: Just how long did Sandra and her angel friend Bob think they could stay out of trouble? A softball player has been murdered in the woods behind the church. But all Bob's past sleuthing has gotten him into trouble, so he can't get involved. Should Sandra stay out of this one and let the police handle it? Nah. She tries to lie low, but then the police arrest the wrong man--and she's got a pretty good idea who the real killer is. She's just got to get her supernatural partner back in action. Book 4: To snoop or not to snoop ... that is the question. When Sandra finds a body in her daughter's dance studio, she wonders if she should sit this one out. Motherhood and soccer have her busy enough. But then she gets a special request from the heavenly realm. Could one of these dancing divas be a killer? Or is it the creepy stalker in the parking lot? And how far will Sandra have to go to find out? Things get more complicated when an eccentric woman with a walker shows up and announces that she's a gumshoe. Is there such a thing as too many sleuths in the kitchen? (cozy mystery, sports mystery, funny cozy mystery, cozy mystery box set, cosy mystery, cosy mystery box set, cozy mystery complete series, Maine, mom mystery)

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Download or read book The Most Heretical Last Boss Queen From Villainess to Savior Light Novel Vol 7 written by Tenichi and published by Seven Seas Entertainment. This book was released on 2024-07-18 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although war broke out earlier than Pride expected, she and her allies can now revel in their victory. All her hard work thwarting disaster has finally paid off, and the world enters a brand-new future. The princess and her companions make a triumphant return to Freesia, where everyone rejoices and reunites with their loved ones. Enjoying their well-deserved peace, Pride plans a special surprise for her friends. And while the war may be over, the battle for her heart has only just begun!