Download or read book Bright April written by Marguerite De Angeli and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-04 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Embracing Anxiety written by Karla McLaren and published by Sounds True. This book was released on 2020-06-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An in-depth guide for engaging with anxiety—not as an affliction, but as an essential source of foresight, intuition, and energy for completing your tasks and projects. If you're facing anxiety, you've probably got one thing on your mind—how to make it go away. But what if this challenging emotion were actually trying to help? "When we ignore or repress our anxiety,” teaches Karla McLaren, "it can overwhelm us. But when we learn to welcome it with skill, we can access its remarkable gifts." Engaged with wisely, anxiety is your task completion ally—it helps you to focus, plan, take action, and fulfill your goals. With Embracing Anxiety, you'll join this acclaimed educator and researcher to explore: Principles and practices to befriend your anxiety at every level of intensity (before it overwhelms you)Strategies to engage with anxiety as a source of foresight, conscientiousness, and motivationWhy fear, confusion, and panic are not the same as anxiety, and tools to work with each effectivelyHow anxiety blends with anger, depression, and other emotions, and how to clarify these compounded statesUsing McLaren’s Conscious Questioning practice to engage with anxiety and garner its insightsHow to embrace procrastination and get things done "When you identify, listen to, and act on anxiety skillfully, you support its purpose," teaches McLaren, "and allow it to recede naturally until it is needed again." With Embracing Anxiety, you'll learn how to get this powerful emotion on your side.

Download or read book The Who That I Am written by Cynthia Carla and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2024-06-21 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This light and colorfully illustrated children's rhyming book encourages us to be ourselves fully and truly. In this thought-provoking book, children follow a young elephant who shares the "who" that they are by sharing their feelings, experiences, and dreams. Our young elephant friend openly allows the love within to shine through each moment. This is who they are, and no box can fit all of them! By the end of the book the young elephant discovers that, although they are beautifully unique in their being, their feelings, dreams, and experiences can be similar to those of others. A sort of 'oneness' connects us to each other in life. This realization helps our young elephant friend find comfort, knowing that we all share similarities and can share the same love within us too! What amazing things we can all accomplish when we feel confident to be the "who" that we are inside, without judgement or fear! And share with each other the love within ourselves too!

Download or read book Adrift written by VP Saxton and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2018-04-17 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Capstan Court is home to three distinctly different families whose lives have become entwined through friendships forged over twenty years. They have shared joys and sorrows, survived teething toddlers, lent helping hands, and celebrated one anothers successes. Nothing lasts forever, however. Parents age, children grow up, and ambitions and aspirations jockey for position. Suddenly, the stability of the three households is under threat. Can they negotiate the troubled waters surrounding them or will they be swept away by the waves and vying currents of inevitable change?

Download or read book The Art of Silliness written by Carla Sonheim and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-11-06 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ready to play? Whether you think of yourself as an artist, a doodler, a dreamer, or none of the above, this book will jump-start your creativity. Popular art instructor Carla Sonheim offers fun, engaging ideas on every page, from drawing upside down to imagining new worlds (down to their silly hats and strange animal species). All you need is a pencil or pen and your imagination.

Download or read book Expect to Win written by Carla A. Harris and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-01-26 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated in 2017 with a new author’s note and chapter on building effective business relationships! “Penned by an exceptionally bright woman whose ideas will enlighten you, brighten and brilliantly ignite vision in all who read it. Out of the matrix of her wisdom emerges a book that will revolutionize your life and may very well alter your thinking as we go into a new era of time. A must-read!”—Bishop T.D. Jakes, New York Times bestselling author of Reposition Yourself: Living Life Without Limits Carla Harris, one of the most successful and respected women in business, shares advice, tips, and strategies for surviving in any workplace environment. While climbing the corporate ladder, Harris had her own missteps and celebrated numerous victories. She vowed that when she reached senior management, and people came to her for advice, she would provide them with the tools and strategies honed by her experience. “Carla’s Pearls” have become the centerpiece for her many speeches and television appearances. Now, Carla shares these valuable lessons, including: · Authenticity: The Power is You · The Ninety-Day Rule · Perception is the Copilot to Reality · The Mentor, the Sponsor, the Adviser: Having Them All · Leverage Your Voice · Balance is a Necessity: Use Your Passions to Achieve It · Expect to Win: Show Up with Your Best Self Every Day Expect to Win is an inspirational must-read for anyone seeking battle-tested tools for fulfilling their true potential.

Download or read book The Solid Grounds Coffee Company written by Carla Laureano and published by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2020-02-04 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Analyn Sanchez can handle the long hours and arrogant clients that come with her job as a crisis management associate at Denver’s largest publicity firm. The high-powered job, expensive condo, and designer wardrobe are all part of her plan to prove to her family that her life choices haven’t been in vain. But when she’s asked to cover up a client’s misdeeds with serious moral and legal ramifications, she can no longer sacrifice her conscience for her career . . . and the cost is no less than her job. Ever since a devastating climbing accident in South America eight months ago, and a bad decision that dried up his sponsorships, professional rock climber Bryan Shaw has found himself at similar loose ends. When the opportunity to buy a coffee farm in Colombia arises, he jumps on it—only to discover his wandering ways have left him utterly unprepared to run a business. When Bryan returns home and offers Ana a role in his company as a solution to both their problems, she’s desperate enough to consider working with the far-too-flippant and far-too-handsome climber, even though he’s the polar opposite of her type A nature. As they delve deeper into the business, however, she begins to suspect there’s much more to Bryan than she’s given him credit for . . . and that sometimes the best plans are the ones you never see coming.

Download or read book Troublemakers written by Carla Shalaby and published by The New Press. This book was released on 2017-03-07 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A radical educator's paradigm-shifting inquiry into the accepted, normal demands of school, as illuminated by moving portraits of four young "problem children" In this dazzling debut, Carla Shalaby, a former elementary school teacher, explores the everyday lives of four young "troublemakers," challenging the ways we identify and understand so-called problem children. Time and again, we make seemingly endless efforts to moderate, punish, and even medicate our children, when we should instead be concerned with transforming the very nature of our institutions, systems, and structures, large and small. Through delicately crafted portraits of these memorable children—Zora, Lucas, Sean, and Marcus—Troublemakers allows us to see school through the eyes of those who know firsthand what it means to be labeled a problem. From Zora's proud individuality to Marcus's open willfulness, from Sean's struggle with authority to Lucas's tenacious imagination, comes profound insight—for educators and parents alike—into how schools engender, exclude, and then try to erase trouble, right along with the young people accused of making it. And although the harsh disciplining of adolescent behavior has been called out as part of a school-to-prison pipeline, the children we meet in these pages demonstrate how a child's path to excessive punishment and exclusion in fact begins at a much younger age. Shalaby's empathetic, discerning, and elegant prose gives us a deeply textured look at what noncompliance signals about the environments we require students to adapt to in our schools. Both urgent and timely, this paradigm-shifting book challenges our typical expectations for young children and with principled affection reveals how these demands—despite good intentions—work to undermine the pursuit of a free and just society.

Download or read book AMISS2 written by L. L. McCall and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2023-11-07 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Follow along to see what happens next to Paul and Carla in their crazy, upside-down, complicated lives. They feverishly try to establish themselves as a united couple again as the memory of Peter still haunts them. However, to be together they have several hurdles to overcome. They are consistently being tested, pushed, and pulled as they learn how to adapt and attempt to accept each other‘s love again. Can Carla and Paul really pick up the pieces from where they left off? Unfortunately, they don’t seem to mesh anymore and they may go their separate ways! After the wrath of Paul‘s twin brother, Peter, the twists and turns continue to sabotage their relationship. People popping in from the past while others interfere in the present, but will Carla and Paul still have a future?

Download or read book If the Oceans Were Ink written by Carla Power and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2015-04-07 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: PULITZER PRIZE FINALIST • NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST • Hailed by The Washington Post as “mandatory reading,” and praised by Fareed Zakaria as “intelligent, compassionate, and revealing,” a powerful journey to help bridge one of the greatest divides shaping our world today. If the Oceans Were Ink is Carla Power's eye-opening story of how she and her longtime friend Sheikh Mohammad Akram Nadwi found a way to confront ugly stereotypes and persistent misperceptions that were cleaving their communities. Their friendship-between a secular American and a madrasa-trained sheikh-had always seemed unlikely, but now they were frustrated and bewildered by the battles being fought in their names. Both knew that a close look at the Quran would reveal a faith that preached peace and not mass murder; respect for women and not oppression. And so they embarked on a yearlong journey through the controversial text. A journalist who grew up in the Midwest and the Middle East, Power offers her unique vantage point on the Quran's most provocative verses as she debates with Akram at cafes, family gatherings, and packed lecture halls, conversations filled with both good humor and powerful insights. Their story takes them to madrasas in India and pilgrimage sites in Mecca, as they encounter politicians and jihadis, feminist activists and conservative scholars. Armed with a new understanding of each other's worldviews, Power and Akram offer eye-opening perspectives, destroy long-held myths, and reveal startling connections between worlds that have seemed hopelessly divided for far too long. Praise for If the Oceans Were Ink “A vibrant tale of a friendship.... If the Oceans Were Ink is a welcome and nuanced look at Islam [and] goes a long way toward combating the dehumanizing stereotypes of Muslims that are all too common.... If the Oceans Were Ink should be mandatory reading for the 52 percent of Americans who admit to not knowing enough about Muslims.”—The Washington Post “For all those who wonder what Islam says about war and peace, men and women, Jews and gentiles, this is the book to read. It is a conversation among well-meaning friends—intelligent, compassionate, and revealing—the kind that needs to be taking place around the world.”—Fareed Zakaria, author of The Post-American World “Carla Power’s intimate portrait of the Quran, told with nuance and great elegance, captures the extraordinary, living debate over the Muslim holy book’s very essence. A spirited, compelling read.”—Azadeh Moaveni, author of Lipstick Jihad “Unique, masterful, and deeply engaging. Carla Power takes the reader on an extraordinary journey in interfaith understanding as she debates and discovers the Quran’s message, meaning, and values on peace and violence, gender and veiling, religious pluralism and tolerance.”—John L. Esposito, University Professor and Professor of Islamic Studies, Georgetown University, and author of The Future of Islam “A thoughtful, provocative, intelligent book.”—Diana Abu-Jaber, author of Birds Of Paradise and The Language of Baklava

Download or read book Fever Dream written by Samanta Schweblin and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-01-10 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A wonderful nightmare of a book: tender and frightening, disturbing but compassionate. Fever Dream is a triumph of Schweblin’s outlandish imagination.” –Juan Gabriel Vasquez, author of The Sound of Things Falling and Reputations A young woman named Amanda lies dying in a rural hospital clinic. A boy named David sits beside her. She’s not his mother. He's not her child. Together, they tell a haunting story of broken souls, toxins, and the power and desperation of family. Fever Dream is a nightmare come to life, a ghost story for the real world, a love story and a cautionary tale. One of the freshest new voices to come out of the Spanish language and translated into English for the first time, Samanta Schweblin creates an aura of strange psychological menace and otherworldly reality in this absorbing, unsettling, taut novel.

Download or read book Carla s Dream written by Cristi Cruceanu and published by Cristi Cruceanu. This book was released on 2024-09-11 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Carla's Dream is more than just a story of personal triumph; it is a celebration of the universal human capacity for resilience. Through Carla’s eyes, readers will witness the transformative power of hope and determination. Her journey underscores that no matter how bleak circumstances may seem, there is always a glimmer of possibility and a path forward. Carla’s struggle with illness, coupled with the support of her family, friends, and community, highlights the critical role of collective support in overcoming personal adversity. The narrative beautifully intertwines Carla’s experiences with nature, illustrating how the natural world serves as both a sanctuary and a source of inspiration. Carla’s connection with nature provides solace and a deeper understanding of life’s small wonders, reinforcing the idea that personal growth often stems from our interactions with the world around us. This relationship with nature is not only a metaphor for her resilience but also a reflection of how our environment can nurture our spirits and provide comfort in times of distress. In addition to her physical and emotional battles, Carla's story emphasizes the importance of community and support. The solidarity of her neighbors and the unwavering belief of her medical team and loved ones play a crucial role in her recovery. This aspect of the story highlights how our connections with others can fortify our resolve and provide us with the strength to navigate even the most challenging times. Carla's Dream also explores the role of childhood interests and passions in personal development. Carla’s early fascination with puzzles, nurtured by her supportive parents, serves as a reminder of the importance of encouraging curiosity and fostering a sense of purpose from a young age. This aspect of her story reinforces the idea that our formative experiences can shape our resilience and contribute to our ability to face life's hurdles. Ultimately, Carla's Dream is a tribute to the indomitable human spirit and the belief that, regardless of the trials we face, there is always a path to recovery and triumph. Carla’s journey is a poignant reminder to appreciate the wonders of the natural world, to cherish the support of our communities, and to cultivate our inner strength. Her story will resonate with readers, encouraging them to find inspiration in their own lives and to embrace the power of hope and perseverance. As you delve into Carla's Dream, let Carla’s story inspire you to recognize the resilience within yourself and to find solace in the beauty of the world around you. This book is not just a narrative of survival but a celebration of the extraordinary strength that lies within each of us, waiting to be awakened by hope and unwavering determination.

Download or read book The Thanksgiving Treasure written by Gail Rock and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2014-11-04 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Clear River, Nebraska, in 1947, the real meaning of Thanksgiving is friendship and forgiveness—can the holiday end an ancient feud between Addie’s father and his nemesis? Eleven-year-old Addie and her best friend, Carla Mae, are looking forward to Thanksgiving in their small hometown. When the girls make their annual bike ride into the country to pick cattails, milkweed pods, thistles, and gold leaves for their autumn bouquets, they find themselves near Old Man Rehnquist’s farm. Mr. Rehnquist and Addie’s father became archenemies years ago during a feud over a pond that her dad dug for the farmer. At school, Addie and Carla are taught that Thanksgiving is a time for fellowship, and Addie has a great idea. She’ll invite Mr. Rehnquist to Thanksgiving dinner! Will her dad and the grumpy old man be able to bury the hatchet—or will Thanksgiving be the start of a new war between the neighbors? Can the real meaning of Thanksgiving win out?

Download or read book Amazing Stories Best of 2023 written by Lloyd Penney and published by The Experimenter Publishing Company, LLC. This book was released on 2024-10-10 with total page 359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a journey through the cosmos with this stellar collection of science fiction tales curated from the depths of Amazing Stories. From the minds of esteemed authors such as Paul Saka, Heather N. Santo, Adrian Tchaikovsky, and Norman Spinrad, among others, immerse yourself in worlds where the boundaries of reality blur and the possibilities of the universe are endless. Join a team of intergalactic explorers as they navigate the treacherous depths of space in search of a new home. Encounter sentient AI grappling with existential questions of identity and purpose. Witness the struggle for survival on distant planets, where humanity's resilience is put to the ultimate test against formidable alien adversaries. From pulse-pounding action to thought-provoking speculative fiction, this anthology showcases the diverse talents of today's most imaginative writers. Prepare to be transported to distant galaxies, alternate realities, and future civilizations as you delve into these gripping tales of adventure, intrigue, and wonder. Featuring contributions from a roster of visionary storytellers, including David Ian, Lisa Fox, Andrew Hiller, and more, this collection promises thrills, chills, and unforgettable journeys through the vast expanse of the cosmos. So buckle up and get ready to explore the unknown—because in the universe of Amazing Stories, anything is possible.

Download or read book Betrayals written by Carla Neggers and published by MIRA. This book was released on 2009-03-01 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rebecca Blackburn caught a glimpse of the famed Jupiter Stones as a small child. Unaware of their significance, she forgot about them—until she discovered the priceless, long-missing gems were the key to a deadly chain of events spanning thirty years and three continents…sparing no one. When a seemingly innocent photograph reignites one man's simmering desire for vengeance, Rebecca turns to Jared Sloan, the love she lost to tragedy and scandal. His own life has changed forever because of the secrets buried deep by their two families. Their relentless quest for the truth will dredge up bitter memories and shocking revelations of misplaced loyalty, dangerous pride and naked ambition…and they will stop at nothing to expose a cold-blooded killer.

Download or read book Idea to iPhone written by Carla White and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-03-29 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to build apps from scratch without any programming experience! Do you have a great idea for an app but have no idea where to begin? Then this is the book for you. Even if you have no programming experience, this easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide teaches you exactly what you need to know to bring your app idea to life without a lot of cash or coding. Packed with tips and tricks to get you started, this book shows you - start to finish - how to take your idea and turn it into a fully working, functional app. Walks you through getting started, designing your app, and developing your idea Helps you launch your app and then promote it Reassures you that no programming experience is needed in order to create a fully functional app Idea to iPhone is an easy-to-read book that shows you how to get your idea from your head to the iTunes store!

Download or read book Strategize to Win written by Carla A. Harris and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2022-07-12 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author of Expect to Win offers essential career strategies for today’s economic climate Appointed by President Barack Obama to chair the National Women’s Business Council in 2013, Carla Harris knows that the working world isn’t what it used to be. Addressing these changes, Harris’s new book gives today’s readers the tools they need to get started, get “unstuck” from bad situations, redirect momentum, and position themselves to manage their career no matter what the economic environment or job market might be. Readers know Harris, and they trust her straightforward advice. With battle-tested, step-by-step strategies for every career stage, Strategize to Win will takes its place beside Expect to Win as a category classic.