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Kristin, a seventh-grader, eagerly awaited a package from her late grandfather, Pappy J. She received the package and expected a family heirloom, but instead found her grandfather's old clothes. Disappointed, she was forced to wear an article of his clothing every school day for a year, as her grandfather's legacy of style transformed her life and those around her.

Darkness. Damaged. Ruin. Wealth and power make excellent bedfellows...unless you aren't carrying your own trump card. And power comes in many forms. These damaged heroes like their brand of romance a little...different. A little darker. Join The New Romance Cafe's new and returning authors in a collection of steamy, dark mafia romances certain to up the spice of your weekend's reads. All proceeds go to Alliance for Hope International, one of the leading organizations focused on creating innovative, collaborative, trauma-informed, hope-centered approaches to meeting the needs of survivors of domestic violence, assault, abuse, and human trafficking. Authors: Kylie Kent Chele MacCabe Sofia Aves Tanya Nellestein Selena Michaels Sabine Barclay J.F. Lowe Emma Bray Lindsay Murray Arabella Black Molly Lachaussee Maggie Alabaster and Jo Bradley A.N. Stauber Colla Triti Angela Breen Remy Reigns P.T. Macias M Jameson Sophia Vincent Leila Coltyn Jazmine Skye Tara Lee Holland Reign

Kathleen, a retired educator, finds solace in her garden, a tranquil haven filled with whispering leaves, fragrant flowers, and chirping birds. One sunny afternoon, while tending to her garden, she discovers a unique stone that transports her to a majestic train. In the train, she reunites with her late mother, Wanda, who reveals that they are guardians with the ability to communicate with the spirit world. The stone is a family heirloom and a portal between realms.

n this story, a child finds solace and strength in her dreams. She imagines herself as a brave explorer, a powerful magician, a fearless diver, and even a superhero. These dreams become her sanctuary from a difficult and painful reality. Each night, she closes her eyes and enters a world where she is not a victim but a survivor. This true story was created with StoryBird.ai and can be found at https: //storybird.ai/library/children-stories/dreams-of-resilience

In a magical forest, Ollie the Fennec fox discovers a glowing portal that transports him underwater to visit sunken ships and their lost crews. After exploring several ships, Ollie returns to the enchanted forest and follows a new quest that leads him to hidden caves, interesting creatures, and ancient relics. Along the way, he finds a weathered chest containing a map and symbols representing the forest and the lost ships. Ollie realizes that the forest is a doorway to different realms, each with its own story waiting to be discovered. As he continues his journey, Ollie grows in wisdom and courage, embracing each moment with enthusiasm. He learns to unravel the ancient history of his home and appreciates the wonders of the forest. Ollie's story highlights the importance of curiosity and bravery in uncovering the mysteries of the world. The forest and its hidden treasures become keys to countless adventures, and Ollie, the little Fennec fox, becomes their keeper and hero. As he gazes at the stars, Ollie's heart fills with anticipation for the ongoing adventures that await him, reminding us that we all possess the spark of an explorer within us. Curiosity, bravery, and a bit of magic can take us to unimaginable places.

Join Ollie the fennec fox on a diverse journey of art across Japan, North America, and Hawaii, as he learns about different artistic techniques and teaches his forest friends to create beautiful water paintings.

JJ, a young boy in Brindle Bay, discovers a brass buckle on the beach with the letters JJDIDTIEBUCKLE engraved on it. Each letter represents a trait: Justice, Judgement, Dependability, Integrity, Decisiveness, Tact, Initiative, Endurance, Bearing, Unselfishness, Courage, Knowledge, Loyalty, and Enthusiasm. JJ starts embodying these traits, gaining respect in his community. Eventually, he realizes the buckle is a mentor guiding him to become a better person and a Marine. The captain of the Marines recognizes JJ's leadership traits and encourages him to join. JJ embraces the values the buckle represents and becomes a Marine, inspiring others with his journey. The brass buckle is displayed in a museum as a symbol of leadership, and JJ's story becomes a legend, inspiring future generations. The town of Brindle Bay looks upon JJ as a hero, and the buckle serves as a reminder of his transformation. JJ's story is a lesson in leadership and continues to inspire children in Brindle Bay. His legacy lives on, and the buckle remains a beacon of inspiration for aspiring leaders.

The story of the switched ship uncovers a shocking revelation about a dangerous game of deception and greed, as evidence uncovered brings light to the conception that the ship we remember as Titanic was, in fact, the RMS Olympic.

In an enchanted forest filled with magical creatures, Ollie the fennec fox embarks on an adventure after stumbling upon a peculiar cave. Entering a portal, he finds himself in the era of cavemen, where he befriends a kind caveman named Kerr. Kerr teaches Ollie about their primitive way of life and introduces him to musical instruments, like the Neanderthal flute. Ollie learns about survival, community, and the primordial rhythm that binds all living beings. Eventually, the portal reopens, and Ollie must return home, but he is filled with nostalgia for his time with the cavemen. Back in the enchanted forest, Ollie shares his stories and plays the Neanderthal flute, bringing the animals together and reminding them of the importance of unity and community. The flute becomes a timeless bridge between the forest and the ancient world. Ollie realizes the lasting impact of friendship, unity, and music on a happy and peaceful life. He continues living in the enchanted forest, spreading joy and happiness as a storyteller and a force of unity.

Winner of the 2018 Dr Sona Aronian book prize for Excellence in Armenian Studies In Mattʿēos Uṙhayecʿi and His Chronicle Tara L. Andrews presents the first ever in-depth study of the history written by this Armenian priest, who lived in Edessa (modern-day Urfa in Turkey) around the turn of the twelfth century and was an eyewitness to the First Crusade and the establishment of the Latin East. Although the Chronicle is known as an extremely valuable source of information for the eleventh- and early twelfth-century Near East, neither its guiding structure nor Uṙhayecʿi's motivation in writing it have ever been clear to modern historians. This study elucidates the prophetic framework within which the text was written, and demonstrates how that framework has influenced Uṙhayecʿi's understanding of the time in which he lived.