Early Years

On her 18th birthday, Jane Yellowrock leaves the children’s home where she was raised, and heads north to her first job. But she makes a detour and discovers where she came from, who she is, and what she is.

When Halt and Crowley discover that the ambitious Morgarath has been infiltrating the Rangers in order to corrupt the Corps, the young Rangers travel north to find Prince Duncan, seeking a royal warrant to stop Morgarath before it is too late. By weakening the Rangers, the most powerful force in support of the King, Morgarath plans to steal the throne.

On an ordinary Monday morning, Ariel Cafferty's phone buzzes with a disturbing text message. Something’s happened. I need to see you. Meet me under the candelabra tree ASAP. The words would be jarring from anyone, but the sender is the only man she ever loved. And it's been several years since she learned he died. Seeing Drew’s name pop up is heart-stopping. Ariel’s gut says it can’t be real. But she goes to the tree anyway. She has to. Nobody shows.

Caring for young children is one of the most challenging tasks an adult will ever face. No matter how much you love your child, there will be moments filled with frustration, anger, and even desperation. There will also be questions: Why does my four-year-old deliberately lie to me? Why is everything a struggle with my three-year-old? Should I ever spank my preschooler when she is disobedient? Over the years, millions of parents have come to trust the Positive Discipline series and its common-sense approach to child-rearing.

In 1944 Brooklyn, newborn Michael J. Hardy was rejected by his mother so she could run with gangster Bugsy Siegel, Hardy's godfather. Shirley Rook quickly rose to the top of the criminal ranks. As the queen of New York City crime, she laundered mob money, ran the city's largest bookmaking operation, and handed payouts to dirty cops, politicians, and judges. To win his mother's love and respect, Hardy became a fearless gangster.

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip enjoyed seventy-three years of happy married life together—the longest marriage of any royal British couple in history. But how did they meet? What did their families think of their burgeoning relationship? What obstacles did the young couple face before and after their marriage? And how did a childhood friendship grow into the love story of the century? In The Queen and Prince Philip royal biographer Helen Cathcart superbly reconstructs the early years of Elizabeth and Philip's relationship.

Over the past several years, Dr. Becky Kennedy—known to her followers as “Dr. Becky”—has been sparking a parenting revolution. Millions of parents, tired of following advice that either doesn’t work or simply doesn’t feel good, have embraced Dr. Becky’s empowering and effective approach, a model that prioritizes connecting with our kids over correcting them. Parents have long been sold a model of childrearing that simply doesn’t work. From reward charts to time outs, many popular parenting approaches are based on shaping behavior, not raising humans.

Maximum Volume offers a glimpse into the mind, the music, and the man behind the sound of the Beatles. George Martin's working-class childhood and musical influences profoundly shaped his early career in the BBC's Classical Music department and as head of the EMI Group's Parlophone Records. Out of them flowed the genius behind his seven years producing the Beatles' incredible body of work, including such albums as Rubber Soul, Revolver, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, and Abbey Road.

The Disneyland® Hotel: The Early Years 1954-1988 captures the amazing construction of this landmark resort and tells the story of how it became one of Southern California's premier destinations for family vacations. The book includes vintage photos, memorabilia, and a foreword by the son of the original owner of the hotel.

Collection of short stories featuring Hard Luck Hank and his early days on Belvaille. Print Length: 63 pages Includes: -Why Hank came to Belvaille -Hank's first job -Where Hank got his plasma pistol -Hank's first murder -Introduction of glocken -Where the Gentleman's Club and Athletic Club came from -Hank's first love -How and why Belvaille changed and became what it is today NOTE: while the stories are stand-alone, it contains many references to characters and events in Hard Luck Hank novels.

Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States and commander of the Union forces in the Civil War, tells the story of his life in his own words. In this opening volume, Grant covers his early years, including his time at the U.S. military academy at West Point and his service during the Mexican War under Zachary Taylor. Grant wrote his memoirs in order to rescue his family from debt and they were published as he lay dying of throat cancer. Today, they are an American classic.

At the heart of this groundbreaking book are two urgent questions: What do our young children need in the earliest years of school, and how do we ensure that they all get it? Cutting-edge research has proven that early childhood education is crucial for all children to gain the academic and emotional skills they need to succeed later in life. Children who attend quality pre-K programs have a host of positive outcomes including better language, literacy, problem solving, and math skills down the line.

Are You Looking to Score the Perfect Gift for a Young Football Enthusiast? Do you want your child to be thrilled and inspired by epic football stories and learn about history, inspiration, and mental toughness? Well Look No Further & Dive into the Action with "Inspiring Football Stories for Kids”!This book is not just any gift, it's a journey into the heart of football for kids and teens alike. Perfect for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and even 6th graders (ages 8-12), it's a thrilling mix of NFL trivia, legendary tales, and life-changing moments on the field. Experience the Thrill, the Grit, ...

My Years In Middle School: Parts 1 through 6 This is My Years in Middle School: Parts 1 through 6, which is a compilation of all six books in this series. Follow the adventures of Nancy Jane and her two best friends, Helen Schunter and Karen Stamm, as they experience school, boys, bullying, getting even, dealing with Nancy Jane's nemesis, Lois Talker, and more. This book includes all of the following titles in one book: Book #1: The Summer Before Book #2: Is This Love? Book #3: Scanner In My Neighborhood Book #4: Summertime Memories Book #5: Girl's Revenge Book #6: Lookout High School, Here...

Unveiling Childhoods of History's Greatest Innovators Dive into the remarkable childhoods of some of history's greatest innovators in "Young Minds, Big Dreams." Gates - Jobs - Disney - Einstein - Ford - Tesla - Edison. What were they like as Bill, Steve, Walt, Albert, Henry, Nikola, and Thomas? Perfect for young readers, this captivating book is an inspiring journey through the formative years of seven legendary figures. Key Highlights: 🌟 Inspiring Stories: Discover the childhood experiences that ignited the sparks of genius. 📚 Educational Journey: Learn about their upbringing, ...

When the former Baron Morgarath escaped to avoid punishment for treason, an uneasy peace fell on Araluen. But Morgarath, now in hiding, is already planning his next move, recruiting an army of savage, overpowering beasts known as Wargals. Newly crowned King Duncan knows he must assemble his troops for battle.

The early years with baby and toddler will never be seamless but they shouldn't leave you gasping for air either. Less struggle and more joy in your first years as mom starts here. It's all solid advice. Sleep while the baby is sleeping. The dishes can wait. They grow up so fast. This too, shall pass. These clichés hint at a universal truth: Being a first-time mom is hard. You don't need to be told "it's just a season." You need a clear view of early motherhood and tools to help.

Mary Lee Meares, co-founder and elder, provides a fascinating look at the early years of a ministry that started in a tent and grew to become one of the largest congregations in the Washington Metropolitan region. The church was called the National Evangelistic Center and Evangel Temple before being named Evangel Cathedral (now pastored by her son, Bishop Don Meares). Co-founder Bishop John L. Meares was a patriarch of the faith whose zeal for spiritual unity was an instrumental part of racial reconciliation in the Body of Christ, bringing blacks and whites together during a time of ...

Scanner in My Neighborhood: My Years in Middle School This is Book No. 3, entitled Scanner in My Neighborhood, in the six-part series My Years in Middle School. Follow the adventures of Nancy Jane and her two best friends, Helen Schunter and Karen Stamm, as they experience school, boys, bullying, getting even, dealing with Nancy Jane's nemesis, Lois Talker, and more. Other titles in this series include: Book #1: The Summer Before Book #2: Is This Love? Book #4: Summertime Memories Book #5: Girl's Revenge Book #6: Lookout High School, Here We Come! Following is an excerpt from Book #3, ...

Luisa Piccarreta of one of the greatest mystics in the history of Christianity. This volume, Life of the Mystic Luisa Piccarreta, the Early Years, is based on the first 12 books of her 36-book Diary. St. Padre Pio said that the world will be astounded at her greatness. Pope St. Pius X and Pope Leo XIII paid her tribute, and St. Annibale Di Francia was her spiritual director. The Cause for her Canonization by Rome as been initiated. The theologians appointed by the Vatican have found nothing contrary to the Faith in her writings.