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Hardback. Condition: Good. Take flight in this heartwarming story about a boy who learns to be true to himself at school while following his love of nature. Nico was new, and nervous about going to school. Everyone knew what to do and where to go, but Nico felt a little lost. So, he did what he loved to do: Watched the insects Sat in the grass And most importantly. befriended the birds. Before he knew it, Nico was known as BIRD BOY. But Nico didn't mind. Soon, he made one friend, then two, as the other kids learned to appreciate Nico for who he was. Before long, Nico learned he could be completely, delighfully, himself. This dreamy story will encourage all readers to express who they are unapologetically. Maydani, Shahrzad (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The 'Hassan and Aneesah' series is designed to introduce young children to a range of Muslim places. They are colourfully designed and simply written and will guide children through a range of new experiences. Burgess, Omar (illustrator).

Hardback. Condition: Fair. Take flight in this heartwarming story about a boy who learns to be true to himself at school while following his love of nature. Nico was new, and nervous about going to school. Everyone knew what to do and where to go, but Nico felt a little lost. So, he did what he loved to do: Watched the insects Sat in the grass And most importantly. befriended the birds. Before he knew it, Nico was known as BIRD BOY. But Nico didn't mind. Soon, he made one friend, then two, as the other kids learned to appreciate Nico for who he was. Before long, Nico learned he could be completely, delighfully, himself. This dreamy story will encourage all readers to express who they are unapologetically. Maydani, Shahrzad (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: Like New. Drumond, Sergio (illustrator).

Condition: Good. Soon to be seen in>Star Wars: The Last Jedi, welcome to the casino city of Canto Bight. A place where exotic aliens, captivating creatures, and other would-be high rollers are willing to risk everything to make their fortunes. Set across one fateful evening, these four original novellas explore the deception and danger of the lavish casino city. - An honest salesman meets a career criminal as a dream vacation turns into the worst nightmare imaginable, in a story by Saladin Ahmed. - Dreams and schemes collide when a deal over a priceless bottle of wine becomes a struggle for survival, as told by Mira Grant. - Old habits die hard when a servant is forced into a mad struggle for power among Canto Bight's elite, in a tale by Rae Carson>- A deadbeat gambler has one last chance to turn his luck around; all he has to do is survive one wild night, as told by John Jackson Miller. In Canto Bight, one is free to revel in excess, untouched from the problems of a galaxy once again descending into chaos and war. Dreams can become reality, but the stakes have never been higher--for there is a darkness obscured by all the glamour and luxury. Audiobook Table of Contents: Rules of the Game by Saladin Ahmed, read by Sean Kenin (CD 1 to CD 2) The Wine in Dreams by Mira Grant, read by Saskia Maarleveld (CD 2 to CD 4) Hear Nothing, See Nothing, Say Nothing by Rae Carson, read by Marc Thompson (CD 4 to CD 7) The Ride by John Jackson Miller, read by Jonathan Davis (CD 7 to CD 9).…

Condition: Good. Tormented as a child for being dark-skinned and the son of a womanizer, Ken longed for that feeling of being loved. He promised himself that he wouldn't be a manipulating, deceitful man like his father, but after being cheated on and dumped by the girl he thought he would one day marry, he begins his transformation. Fuelled by anger and tired of being the 'nice guy,' Ken drowns himself in one-night stands, threesomes, and affairs with married women, sleeping with one conquest after another. But when he meets Ashley, can he stop his promiscuous ways.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. This follow-up to "A Book of Blessings.and how to write your own" collects short prayers about friends, enemies, relationships and the particular moments and places of our daily lives. Three prayer-writing workshops are also included: A Haiku Prayer workshop, Writing Personal Prayers and Writing Intercessory/Bidding Prayers.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. A compilation of material from several writers with a strong emphasis on liturgies and resources for healing services. Includes a section on how to introduce healing services to those who may not be familiar with them and suggestions for starting group discussions about healing. The book is completed by a section of worship resources: prayers, responses, litanies, poems, meditations and blessings.…

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Paperback. Condition: Good. While medical administrative assistant duties vary by employer, professionals in this field typically perform a variety of tasks to support the medical team with administrative functions and care of patients. They may use their medical administrative assistant training to update medical histories, transcribe treatment notes, arrange for patient hospitalization, process insurance forms and oversee inventory of office and medical supplies. In some practices, a medical administrative assistant may be the first contact a patient has with the medical team. Professionals in this role might be responsible for greeting patients and visitors, answering telephones, scheduling appointments, managing email inquiries and answering questions. Medical administrative assistant requirements often include solid interpersonal skills, proficiency in written and verbal communication, and good spelling and grammar. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently are also important attributes for aspiring medical administrative assistants. This guide is intended to aid in preparation for the general certifications regarding the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant. This text ALSO contains over 800 practice exam questions.…

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Hardback. Condition: Good. Fame, beauty, and face transplants Sara wants to be famous, and when legendary rock star Jonathon Heat offers to take her under his wing and pay for her cosmetic surgery, it's like a dream come true. But beauty comes with a hidden price tag. Is Sara willing to pay.

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. Fame, beauty, and face transplants Sara wants to be famous, and when legendary rock star Jonathon Heat offers to take her under his wing and pay for her cosmetic surgery, it's like a dream come true. But beauty comes with a hidden price tag. Is Sara willing to pay.

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The Personal Vision Workbook is a practical, activity-based text designed to help readers discover a powerful personal vision that will navigate them through difficult stages of their lives. This step-by-step guide will help the reader find harmony and align priorities in order to succeed in their life and school. It will help the reader to delve into the five primary elements of identity- mind, body, spirit, heart, and relationships- to reveal a powerful personal vision. This vision will enable the user to navigate through life's greatest challenges with a clear sense of purpose. Readers learn to align their lives around their core values and establish tangible goals directed toward a clear vision for the future. With over 25 fun and insightful activities to guide them through self-discovery, establishing core values, setting personal goals, and creating their vision, individuals are asked to think critically, ask the most challenging questions, reach out to friends and family, and craft their own story.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Some legacies are best abandoned.A legacy of loss.1600s: Hawaiian fishermen attempt to carve a life on a small island of rugged beauty. Mid-century, those who've survived the tsunamis and floods flee the place forever, dubbing it Kaumaha-Misery Island.A legacy of lies.1847: King Kamehameha chuckles at his good fortune when he rids himself of Kaumaha in a sale to Reverend Amyas Lathrop of Massachusetts, who is looking for a fresh start for his congregation. But faith is stretched to its limits when a mysterious illness devastates the island year after year.A legacy of bones.Present day: Ogden Lathrop hates Kaumaha, and his apathy has ruined all that his ancestors built. He is beyond thrilled when he closes a deal to sell the crumbling tax liability to a local developer for twenty million dollars-villagers and family be damned.But the Lathrop women feel differently. Family matriarch Eleanor seeks a fair solution for all involved, while her strong-willed granddaughter, Lani, born of two cultures, vows she will protect the island and its people to the last. When violence erupts, more than one casualty is found amidst the rubble, and the family grapples with the sins of both present and past generations. Now they must choose the legacy they'll leave behind. Can an island named Misery ever hope for a better future.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. Bea has started to hear and see things that no one else can - creatures, voices, visions. Then strangers visit Bea and tell her she is different: she has the rare powers of a witch. They warn her she is being hunted. Her parents think she is hallucinating and needs help. All Bea wants to do is get on with her life, and to get closer to Lars, the mysterious young man she has met at the skate park. But her life is in danger, and she must break free. The question is - who can she trust?Carnegie Medal-winner Melvin Burgess returns with a powerful, thrilling fantasy for young adults about magic, myth and following your instincts. …

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Paperback. Condition: Good. Growing up during the late 19th century in Sandwich, Massachusetts, Thornton W. Burgess often wandered through the countryside, where he learned to recognize and appreciate the birds and animal life of the area. Later on, as an adult, he told stories to his young son about these same creatures. His first book, Old Mother West Wind, published in 1910, contained a collection of these stories. Three years later it was followed by Mother West Wind's Neighbors -- 15 delightful fables from the world of the Green Forest and Green Meadows. In this classic of children's literature, readers find out why Johnny Chuck doesn't like Blacky the Crow and why Ol' Mistah Buzzard has a bald head. They'll learn what is in Mrs. Possum's big pocket and how Hooty the Owl gets even. They'll even find out who stole Mrs. Grouse's eggs, discover why Sammy Jay cries "Thief," and uncover other secrets of Mother West Wind's neighbors. Brimming with gentle humor and real lessons about nature, these enchanting tales will captivate today's youngsters as much as they charmed audiences generations ago.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Something strange is going on in the Green Forest! Sticky-toes the Tree Toad hears his own voice coming from another tree, yet he hasn't said anything. It seems that Sammy Jay is keeping everyone awake by calling "Thief, thief!" but he swears he was asleep. And Unc' Billy Possum is certain that he heard a friend from the South, although he can't find him. How will they get to the bottom of the mystery? A classic tale of mischief and forgiveness, this edition includes illustrations by Harrison Cady. Harrison Cady (illustrator). …

Paperback. Condition: Good. A sharply written satire, Honey for the Bears sends an unassuming antiques dealer, Paul Hussey, to Russia to do one final deal on the black market as a favor for a dead friend's wife. Even on the ship's voyage across, the Russian sensibility begins to pervade: lots of secrets and lots of vodka. When his American wife is stricken by a painful rash and he is interrogated at his hotel by Soviet agents who know that he is trying to sell stylish synthetic dresses to the masses starved for fashion, his precarious inner balance is thrown off for good. More drink follows, discoveries of his wife's illicit affair with another woman, and his own submerged sexual feelings come breaking through the surface, bubbling up in Russian champagne and caviar.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Covers the season of Christmastide, including Christmas Eve, Holy Innocents' Day, Winter and New Year, Epiphany, Homelessness Sunday, and Candlemas. This is a companion resource book to candles and conifers. It also contains eight Christmas plays, including a puppet play.

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