Download or read book Excavation written by Wendy C. Ortiz and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Literary Nonfiction. Memoir. Wendy C. Ortiz was an only child and a bookish, insecure girl living with alcoholic parents in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Her relationship with a charming and deeply flawed private school teacher fifteen years her senior appeared to give her the kind of power teenagers wish for, regardless of consequences. Her teacher—now a registered sex offender—continually encouraged her passion for writing while making her promise she was not leaving any written record about their dangerous sexual relationship. This conflicted relationship with her teacher may have been just five years long, but would imprint itself on her and her later relationships, queer and straight, for the rest of her life. In EXCAVATION: A MEMOIR, the black and white of the standard victim/perpetrator stereotype gives way to unsettling grays. The present- day narrator reflects on the girl she once was, as well as the teacher and parent she has become. It's a beautifully written and powerful story of a woman reclaiming her whole heart.

Download or read book Our Little Adventures written by Tabitha Paige and published by Paige Tate & Company. This book was released on 2020-10-20 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Follow along with Little Fox as he plans a surprise picnic for his friend Owl,"--

Download or read book Jewball written by Neal Pollack and published by Thomas & Mercer. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Originally published by Neal Pollack in October 2011."

Download or read book Real Man Adventures written by T and published by McSweeney's. This book was released on 2012-11-13 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A few years ago, the novelist T Cooper wrote his parents a letter telling them he “wasn’t their daughter anymore.” And that was the “good news.” Real Man Adventures is Cooper’s brash, wildly inventive, and often comic exploration of the paradoxes and pleasures of masculinity. He takes us through his transition into identifying as male, and how he went on to marry his wife and become an adoring stepfather of two children. Alternately bemused and exasperated when he feels compelled to explain all this, Cooper never loses his sense of humor. “Ten Things People Assume I Understand About Women But Actually Don’t,” reads one chapter title, while another proffers: “Sometimes I Think the Whole of Modern History Can Be Explained by Testosterone.” A brilliant collage of letters, essays, interviews (with his brother, with his wife, with the parents of other transgender children), artwork, and sharp evocations of difficult conversations with old friends and puzzled bureaucrats, Real Man Adventures will forever change what you think about what it means to be a man.

Download or read book The Adventures of Tintin The Chapter Book written by and published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2011-11-01 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Don't miss this expanded novelization of the action-packed film! Tintin stumbles across a model ship at the Old Street Market. Only it isn't any model ship--it holds a piece of the puzzle to finding the resting place of Red Rackham's treasure! But Tintin isn't the only one after the notorious pirate's booty. With dangerous treasure seekers at their heels, Tintin and his dog Snowy are on a high-stakes thrill ride that takes them from land to sea, from open air to the ocean floor!

Download or read book The Adventures of Lily Huckleberry in Scandinavia written by Jackie Knapp and published by . This book was released on 2019-05-25 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a village where the flowers grow as big as trees, lives a girl named Lily Huckleberry. As a member of the Worldwide Adventure Society, Lily's magic globe takes her on spectacular adventures around the world. In this first book of the series, Lily goes to Scandinavia for a Midsummer party, where she finds herself ker-splat in the middle of a strawberry mystery. As Lily travels around Scandinavia to save Midsummer, she meets a menagerie of friends, explores Nordic culture, and discovers the thrill of being brave enough to take big risks.

Download or read book Book Play written by Margaret Couch Cogswell and published by Lark Books (NC). This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents twenty two projects for making handmade books, from a classic journal, to an accordion fold book, to a storyboard on wheels.

Download or read book Coyote Peterson s Brave Adventures written by Coyote Peterson and published by Mango Media Inc.. This book was released on 2017-09-12 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 Bookscan in Juvenile Non-fiction! ─ Be Brave… Stay Wild! Animal Stories for Kids: Coyote Peterson's Brave Adventures: Wild Animals in a Wild World chronicles some of the wildest encounters Coyote Peterson has had over the course of his travels. The stories begin with his first snapping turtle catch as a kid and lead down a trail of incredible moments he and his camera crew have had while filming their Brave Wilderness shows. From a giant alligator that nearly caught Coyote in its bone crushing jaws, to an 800 pound Grizzly Bear that helped him teach the audience what to do and NOT do if you ever encounter one of these enormous predators in the wild, every tale is laced with fast paced action and daring adventure. With the presence of danger often looming for Coyote, each story reminds the reader that animals rule the wild places of this planet, and if we respect them from a safe distance, even the most frightening creatures are more likely to be afraid of us than we should ever be of them. Exciting animal stories for kids of all ages: This collection of short stories aims to give the reader a first-person perspective into some of Coyote’s most harrowing and heartwarming adventures.

Download or read book Little Adventures in Oz written by Eric Shanower and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains three stories that follow the further adventures of Dorothy, the Scarecrow, and their friends in the magical land of Oz and their visits to the Forgotten Forest, the Secret Island, and the Blue Witch of Oz.

Download or read book The Grayson Sherbrooke Otherworldly Adventures Books 1 5 written by Catherine Coulter and published by Grayson Sherbrooke's Otherworl. This book was released on 2022-02-08 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Much like the hero of his frightening gothic adventure stories, well-known English author Grayson Sherbrooke has his own share of run-ins with peculiar supernatural beings, both good and evil. From his home on the northern coast of England, Sherbrooke leaps into these otherworldly mysteries to find the truth with the help of his son, Pip; his beautiful neighbor, Miranda, and her daughter, P. C.; and an orphan named Barnaby. Set in the mid-nineteenth century and featuring a delightfully quirky cast of characters, The Grayson Sherbrooke Novella Collection will keep you entertained for hours as you join Sherbrooke and his rag-tag team of investigators to solve bizarre, out-of-this-world cases. This collection includes five books in Coulter's supernatural series: The Strange Visitation at Wolffe Hall, The Resident Evil at Blackthorn Manor, The Ancient Spirits of Sedgwick House, The Virgin Bride of Northcliff Hall, and The Red Witch of Ravenstone Folly.

Download or read book The Boy s Book of Adventure written by Michele Lecreux and published by B.E.S. Publishing. This book was released on 2013 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An outdoor activity guide for boys outlines nature-themed craft projects while explaining how to develop proficient skills in areas ranging from reading topographic maps and identifying birds to using a compass and providing first-aid for injuries.

Download or read book Shaken Not Stirred written by Aaron Cooley and published by . This book was released on 2013-11 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF 2013. Spellbinding ... highly entertaining ... a must-read for die-hard James Bond fans. 5 stars." - IndieReader.com "Combines the best ingredients of an edge-of-your-seat action movie and a page-turning thriller into one riveting punch. I wish I could nominate it for an Oscar!" - Joel Schumacher, director of THE LOST BOYS, A TIME TO KILL and THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA "A frenetic thriller ... keeps the story moving without ever losing its sense of fun." - Kirkus Reviews Watch the Book Trailer on YouTube: http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=zp_ICun63HI Haven't you ever wondered what inspired the creation of fiction's greatest secret agent? Author Aaron Cooley takes the reader on a World War II thrill ride across two continents and six nations in pursuit of the answer to this question. A first-time British spy is on the trail of the Allies' most important Double Agent, on a mission to determine his loyalty before he can hand over the means of creating history's most devastating weapon to the Nazis. Before his mission is over, this young Briton will be inspired to create a fictional super-agent who will one day become one of literature's most famous characters. An engaging, fantastical what-could-have-been, SHAKEN, NOT STIRRED is not to be missed by World War II buffs, literary devotees, and especially, fans of Her Majesty's most famous spy. MORE REVIEWS "Aaron Cooley writes with such galloping deftness and verve that you'll find yourself swearing you were present at the creation of James Bond." - James Kaplan, author of FRANK: THE VOICE "That fun hybrid of a fast-paced thriller and fantasized Roman a' clef. Bond readers will enjoy it immensely-those who like WWII espionage stories will find it a good ride as well. It'll be awhile until the next 007 literary adventure-Shaken, Not stirred is a more than worthy place holder for the holidays." - Wesley Britton, Bookpleasures.com "A wonderful juxtaposition of vintage James Bond, Tom Clancy's inestimable Jack Ryan, with a little whimsy thrown in for good measure. Four stars." - Carolann Dematos, HerLiterarySalon.com "Cooley has done the near-impossible: crafted a tale even Ian Fleming himself would have been proud to call his own. The best book I've read this year." - David Callaham, screenwriter of THE EXPENDABLES and DOOM "Cracks like the bullet from a sniper's rifle. Full of guts and elegance; a great thriller and a terrific debut." - Colin Dickey, author of CRANIOKLEPTY and AFTERLIVES OF THE SAINTS "A marvelous 'what if' about Ian Fleming and the genesis of James Bond. A top-notch spy thriller, too." - Bill Desowitz, author of JAMES BOND UNMASKED ABOUT THE AUTHOR A former child actor, Aaron Cooley has been living on film sets since the age of three. Upon graduating from Yale, Aaron migrated to Los Angeles, where he has apprenticed under director Joel Schumacher, most recently serving as his head of development and Associate Producer. As a screenwriter, Aaron has developed projects for the companies behind PULP FICTION, TRANSFORMERS, ROCKY, SAW, and THE BREAK-UP, as well as helped create advertising for various MTV Awards Shows and public service campaigns. SHAKEN, NOT STIRRED is Aaron's first novel.

Download or read book Adventures in Literature written by Judith Kay and published by University of Michigan Press ELT. This book was released on 2004 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adventures in Literature is a lower-level introduction to literature for ESL learners. The literature used is unique -- the authors draw on dialogue (mostly from short stories) to help less-proficient students develop an interest and understanding of literature. The authors whose work appears in this text include O. Henry, Oscar Wilde, George Orwell, Mona Gardner, James Thurber, Saki, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Colette, Alphonse Daudet, and Kate Chopin. Adventures in Literature includes a focus on vocabulary and a review of grammar. Each reading is accompanied by: pre-reading exercises grammar lessons vocabulary development exercises writing exercises discussion topics.

Download or read book The Adventures of Sal Activity Book written by Andre Ginnane and published by . This book was released on 2019-07-26 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Adventures of Sal is a fun, interactive children's book. The book is crafted to spark a child's imagination as well as their natural and adventurous curiosity. The adventures in the book are based on both universal and relatable childhood experiences. The main character, Sal, has just moved into a new neighborhood. Right away he meets a new friend, John David. They are both very adventurous and begin to explore their surroundings together. With each new quest for adventure, Sal's protective mother reminds them to be careful and use safety precautions to avoid injury. (Sound like anyone you know?!) After their many fun and sometimes dangerous adventures they learn that maybe, just maybe, Sal's mom might have been right all along! The activities that accompany each adventure are suspenseful, entertaining sensory experiences that are sure to keep the kids engaged and on the edge of their seats with anticipation. The use of household food items is fun and will keep them guessing until the big reveal as to what items were used. With it's fun and subtle messaging, this book can be used as a tool in teaching and promoting play-time safety. Want to know more? Join Saaaal and John Daviddddd on a memorable adventure that your kids will not only enjoy but remember and talk about for years to come!

Download or read book The Adventures of Camellia N written by Debra Wideroe and published by Adventures of Camellia N.. This book was released on 2016-10-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take a journey with pint size explorer, Camellia N. as she sails off on her first exciting adventure to the northernmost part of the earth... the Arctic. Explore this enchanted region as Camellia learns what makes the Arctic one of the most magical locations on our planet.

Download or read book Ferdinand Fox s Big Sleep written by Karen Inglis and published by . This book was released on 2012-11 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Peter Maceever spots Ferdinand Fox sleeping in his garden he tiptoes out to take a photo. At the click of the camera Ferdinand briefly stirs as his dreamy blancmange goes blurred. But he is far too lazy to move and is soon back asleep, dreaming about cake and ice cream! The first of six delightful rhyming stories about Ferdinand, a kind-hearted urban fox. Read aloud to 3-6 year-olds or for confident readers and adults to enjoy themselves! Look out for more Ferdinand Fox stories in 2013! www.FerdinandFox.co.uk

Download or read book The Adventures of the Salamander Book I written by Michael Klaus Schmidt and published by Self Publisher. This book was released on 2012-08-14 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains the following: Volume 1: Escape From Salamander Village & The River Adventure Volume 2: Sailing the Great Blue-Green Ocean Volume 3: The Deepest Cavern Volume 4: The Stark Mountains