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Pub. Date
2019.
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English
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It's 1924 South Carolina, and the region is still recovering from the infamous boll weevil infestation which devastated the land and the economy. Gertrude, a mother of four, must make an unconscionable decision to save her daughters from starvation or die at the hands of an abusive husband. Retta is navigating a harsh world as a first-generation freed slave, still employed by the Coleses, influential plantation proprietors who once owned her family....
82) Boulder
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Publisher
And Other Stories
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First edition in English.
Language
English
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Working as a cook on a merchant ship, a woman comes to know and love Samsa, a woman who gives her the nickname "Boulder." When Samsa gets a job in Reykjavik and the couple decides to move there together, Samsa decides that she wants to have a child. She is already forty and can't bear to let the opportunity pass her by. Boulder is less enthused, but doesn't know how to say no―and so finds herself dragged along on a journey that feels as thankless...
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"In Bliss Montage, Ling Ma brings us eight wildly different tales of people making their way through the madness and reality of our collective delusions: love and loneliness, connection and possession, friendship, motherhood, the idea of home. A woman lives in a house with all her ex-boyfriends. A toxic friendship grows up around a drug that makes you invisible. An ancient ritual might heal you of anything—if you bury yourself alive. These and other...
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"From Kelly Rippon, single mother of six super achievers, including an Olympic medalist, comes a breakthrough parenting philosophy. Parent Up is a call to action for all parents to realize the power of being the most important, positive shaping force in your children's lives. Broken down into ten chapters that each present a key influence (from the influence of optimism to loyalty), Kelly shares her philosophy as well as relatable anecdotes from her...
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English
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How much do you really believe in your child's potential?
What are you willing to do NOW to help them awaken that potential and become future leaders?
Parents need to BE great leaders to raise great leaders.
As parents, our own discomfort, judgements, and fears, can get in the way of our children's growth. In three simple steps, 'Raising Future Leaders' teaches you how to focus your attention to notice these old programs and reactive patterns BEFORE...
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English
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As your baby develops in your body, you and your husband look forward to the days when you can hold your bundle of joy. You smile as you think about your future, but you never imagine that problems can occur in your relationship after your baby is born. As a new parent, you can easily become overwhelmed. You have a new world of responsibilities, new worries and new stresses and no matter how strong your relationship is, you may find that you struggle...
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Many parents are seeking answers on what to do about their child screaming, fussy crying, whining and generally throwing temper tantrums. Some in the modern, progressive parenting world say that these kinds of behaviors are normal and to be expected. In How to Train Your Child to Behave, you will learn that this is not true!
Holly McLean, Certified Parent Educator, "child whisperer", YouTube parenting content creator, and mom of nine takes you through...
89) Postpartum
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Whether you´re still pregnant and preparing for the postpartum period, or you´ve just delivered your baby, your body has accomplished something amazing: you´ve created a tiny little life.
While it´s incredibly exciting to finally hold your baby, now you´re on the journey back to normalcy within your body, and if you don´t know what to expect, this can seem daunting. Luckily, you´ve found us to help!
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Does life as a mother feel like an apocalypse waiting to happen?
Do your children churn through clothes like models doing a spring runway show? Are you exhausted by runny noses, crying babies, snack requests, and potty training?
If your answer is yes, then welcome to the club of mothers who are going crazy one fruit snack at a time. In Mom Life Versus the Everyday Apocalypse, author Megan Whitmer shares insights and stories about being a woman during...
91) The Mother Load
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English
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Beloved author and blogger Meredith Ethington shares her experiences, heart, and wisdom for mothers everywhere in her newest book, The Mother Load.
Taking an honest look at her own journey as a mother, Ethington presents pieces of advice for each moment of motherhood-the good, the bad, the ugly, and every part of the in-between. Filled with raw, honest anecdotes, Ethington's portrayal of motherhood is fully transparent-at times humorous, at times...
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Many parents agree that pregnancy can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life. Yet, pregnancy can be challenging if you don't have the right resources and support.
Have you recently found out that you're pregnant and would like to read a valuable, detailed book? Relax; your parental instincts have led you to the right book!
Whether a pregnancy was planned or not, research shows that expectant parents will always feel a need to "get it right."...
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"Every child is a different kind of FLOWER, and all together, makes this world a beautiful GARDEN." – Anonymous
By nature, children are full of happiness and enjoyment in life. They live what they see and believe. However, it is inevitable that children will feel afraid of something most of the time. Just like adults, children also struggle with some challenges that hinder them from making the most of their childhood.
Children need to deal with...
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English
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In You and Your Baby Can Sleep Through the Night, you will discover:
And much, much more.
Whether you're a single parent, or have multiple children, it won't make a difference in the effectiveness of these methods. They're universal, meaning that anyone will be able to benefit from implementing them into their daily routine, guaranteeing progress within a week or two.
Even if you've tried what feels like every existing alternative in the world in...
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Publisher
TarcherPerigee
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"Looking for more connection with your kids--and more fun, too? Welcome to the Bounceback Parenting League! This insightful and empowering book is more than just another parenting guide. It's a playbook filled withsimple yet powerful "secret missions" for parents who want to recharge, refresh and restart in a positive new way. Filled with simple challenges, journal prompts with room to write, and inspiring advice to try today, this is a game-changing...
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
2013.
Edition
First U.S. edition
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English
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Her promising career in 1960s London interrupted by an affair with a married professor that renders her a single mother, Jessica Speight faces wrenching questions about responsibility, potential, and compassion when her sunny child reveals unique needs.
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You've Invested a Lot in Being a Good Mom...
Your kids are in school, doing their chores, and cleaning just enough to keep their rooms from being condemned by the Board of Health. But do you want to connect with your children outside your regular routine and find ways to understand, enjoy, and learn more about them?
This handy guide offers a straightforward, workable plan to do just that! Including special tips for single moms, blended families, and...
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English
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"A Single Mom's Guide to Raising Black (Gentle) Men" is an impactful book that shows you how to persevere and ultimately raise young men who are confident, accountable, and capable of facing whatever life throws at them.
Throughout her book, author Sanya Simmons dives deeply into the real issues single moms face when raising Black sons. Full of practical tips and real-life examples, this book addresses a wide range of topics. This includes the role...
99) Mamas Don't Let Your Babies Grow up to Be A-Holes: Unfiltered Advice on How to Raise Awesome Kids
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Do you ever feel like you're failing miserably at parenting? Do your kids keep acting like douchenuggets no matter what you do? Then this book is for you.
From the creator of Baby Sideburns and I Heart My Little A-Holes (and the creator of two kids who once were little a-holes but are slowly turning into awesome human beings), Mamas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be A-Holes is a hilariously honest parenting guide written by a regular mom who...
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English
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A modern, practical, and inspiring guide to creating deep heart connections with kids by regularly creating new experiences and intentional adventures together.
Parents today complain of fragmented relationships with their kids. What parents yearn for--and their kids too--is deep, heart-to-heart connections. But how can parents compete with all the other noise fighting for their kids' attention?
The answer, says Greta Eskridge, is to break free from...
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