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Fate is a powerful thing...
Ethan Wate is still grieving the loss of his beloved Amma when he receives an unexpected gift--the old, yellow Whitman's Sampler box that held Amma's most closely guarded secrets. "One day I might let you have a look under that lid, Ethan Wate," Amma used to say. "But today isn't the day."
Now it's time for one of her greatest secrets to be revealed. In a long-lost letter, Amma tells Ethan the story of growing up as a...
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The first two memoirs in the New York Times—bestselling series from an English veterinarian-and the basis for the Masterpiece series on PBS.
All Creatures Great and Small: In the rolling dales of Yorkshire-a simple, rural region of Northern England-a young veterinarian from Sunderland joins a new practice. A stranger in an unfamiliar land, James Herriot must quickly learn the odd dialect and humorous ways of the locals, master outdated equipment,...
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Timeless stories from a country veterinarian about the animals and people that shape life in a sleepy English town Perhaps better than any other writer, James Herriot reveals the ties that bind us to the natural world. Collected here are three of his masterpieces-All Creatures Great and Small, All Things Bright and Beautiful, and All Things Wise and Wonderful-which have been winning over animal lovers everywhere for almost fifty years. From his night...
4) Mermaids
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From flashy fish tails to alluring voices, mermaids are magical creatures of myth. But where did the stories of these beautiful creatures come from? Explore the truth behind the tales and what it would take for a tail to turn to legs and feet. Then, meet some real-life mermaid inspiration. Fun, engaging illustrations paired with photos and lively text make this a magical read!
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Since 1997, I have rescued many Siberian Huskies, seven in all, plus 3 mixed Retrievers. These beautiful creatures are such faithful companions and give back as much love as I give to them, if not more. Anika, my last Siberian in Canada, travelled with me to Wales. Anika, loved Wales and Bailey, a Short-haired Retriever, came and joined us. Four years ago, the Lord Jesus, brought Blusie into our lives. Blusie was very supportive to...
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Britain has a single pod of orca, also known as killer whales, native to its home waters, although other orca visit from more northern regions. In 2014 Dr Natalie Sanders joined the crew of the HV Silurian to seek them out and study them before we lose them forever. In The Last Sunset in the West she discusses them one by one, and the many issues surrounding their lives in a captivating account that will take the reader deep into the history of our...
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Fly is an anthology of poetry with four contest winners and over fifteen contributors. The book was composed with the goal to help butterflies, more specifically monarch butterflies, thrive. Milkweed is the only plant that monarchs lay eggs on and that monarch caterpillars eat. Due to pesticides and development, their habitat is declining, which threatens the monarch population.
Within this slim book, readers will find NEW poems and NEW poets. There...
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Migration is a path to life. Scientists study insects, and some study butterflies. They work on migration patterns: which species of butterflies migrate, hibernate, or die. The studies are designed to help prevent a specific disease which causes death in certain children. The answer to the butterfly question might just help. Butterflies adapt; butterflies have evolved over millions of years to live and adapt in many environments. Studying the butterfly...
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Alana
I wasn't supposed to run into her. I watch her play all the time, but when my friend Beverly pushes me out of my comfort zone, I run into Ava Williams, star basketball player of the women's basketball team. I've been thirsting over this woman since high school. When the opportunity arises, I take it, because finally I get the one thing I've always wanted, and that's Ava.
Ava
Beautiful Alana nearly knocks me off my feet when I first lay eyes...
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If you want to teach your children to understand snakes' behavior, then keep reading. It is always hard to get children's attention, especially if you want to teach them something.Using my knowledge of child psychology and as a children's book writer, I created this book to meet parents' needs and the children's enjoyment.This book is suitable for children ages 5-9 but will get the whole family involved while having fun discovering snakes.This book...
11) Pretending
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If you like a fast-paced fantasy romance with rich characters and immersive storytelling, The Fading Series is for you.
What's a girl to do when everyone around her isn't who she believes them to be?
Leath's dreams are on the cusp of becoming reality when Judaculla magic creeps into her world, revealing itself in new and disconcerting ways. When Leath is offered a hand of friendship from an old enemy, she begins to question everything around her.
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12) Take Me Away
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♥♥ What happens when a sexy workaholic CEO and pilot meets a spirited woman with a passion for helping pandas? ♥♥
Liam Parker, the eldest of the Parker's has helped build the family business to be the best elite charter airline service in the world. His CEO position is a taxing day in and day out job, leaving little to no room for anything else. He has never questioned the time he sacrifices to Parker Airlines, until Heaven.
Pandas are Heaven...
13) Rowan
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Thérèse. An ancient lustful evil made flesh in the shape of a flame-haired seductress. A vampire who feeds on men and their desires. She's taken the mortality of many a victim, but only once has she unknowingly taken a heart as well. Rowan Selkirk lost his to this beautiful creature along with his soul-he loves her in spite of what she is.Wandering in his eternal darkness, Rowan meets Marcus Camberley across the green baize of a London gaming table...
14) Two Flights Up
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A boarder comes to live with three women and finds them frighteningly strange From the outside, it seems like the three women of the Bayne house are frozen in time. There is Mrs. Bayne, an aging widow obsessed with propriety; her sister, Margaret, a spinster whose desperate loneliness is eating her from the inside out; and young Holly, a beautiful creature with a vibrancy that fades a little each day. Her only hope is Furness Brooks, a playboy with...
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Welcome to a world where unicorns are not just magical, but also deadly. In "The Bloodied Horn: A Collection of Unicorn Murder Mysteries," you will be taken on a thrilling journey through a world where these mythical creatures are at the center of a series of mysterious and gruesome murders. From the haunted woods to the enchanted forest, each of the stories in this collection explores a different aspect of unicorn magic and mystery. Follow detectives,...
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"Readers of early Laurell K. Hamilton, Charlaine Harris, and the best thrillers out there should try Liu now. "-Publishers Weekly"Anyone who loves my work should love [Lui's]. "-Christina FeehanAward-winning, New York Times bestselling author Marjorie M. Liu's magnificent Dirk and Steele novels are the gold standard of paranormal romance fiction. Stepping briefly away from her unique detective agency of shapeshifters, psychics, and extraordinary beings,...
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How To Make A Million Dollars With Parrots: The Ultimate Guide To Profitable Parrot Keeping is a captivating journey into the world of feathered fortune. This comprehensive guide is a treasure trove for parrot enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking financial success through their passion. With a focus on Profitable Parrot Keeping, this book unveils the secrets of turning your love for these magnificent birds into a million-dollar empire.Discover...
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Meet Hayworth (Hay) James, star quarterback at USC, whose dreams of a pro football career got cut short by a massive injury. In order to stay in college, in order to afford college, he takes a chance on auditioning for a musical, called Rock Hard Love Hard, which happens to be directed by one of the hottest women he's set his eyes on - Fiona Wilde, a beautiful creature who happened to be highly talented and gifted.
Meet Fiona Wilde, recent graduate...
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When renowned British geneticist J. B. S. Haldane was asked what could be inferred about God from a study of his works, Haldane replied, "An inordinate fondness for beetles." With 350,000 known species, and scientific estimates that millions more have yet to be identified, their abundance is indisputable as is their variety. They range from the delightful summer firefly to the one-hundred-gram Goliath beetle. Beetles offer a dazzling array of shapes,...
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Delve into the lives of owls with this collection of photographs and information by award-winning author and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela.
They are silent and beautiful. They symbolize knowledge and mystery. Owls are among the most popular and beloved animals in the world. Yet most are nocturnal, so an owl sighting is a remarkable event, one worthy of remembering and sharing with others. Award-winning author, naturalist, and wildlife photographer...