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He can catch every pitch thrown to him, but can he catch her heart? Dax Stratton lives for baseball. But when he gets into a fight with the school jerk, the principal decides it''s time for a different kind of punishment. He''s assigned to the senior committee with Kate Adams, Student Body President, who also happens to be the girl he''s been crushing on. Kate Adams has life mapped out, well, her mom does. Kate''s schedule is filled with service activities and schoolwork but it''s not until Dax joins the committee that she begins to see a world beyond high school-much to her mother''s disapproval-and the kaleidoscope that it of opportunities it holds. Can they overcome prejudice and social class to create a teen relationship?

Gax enters Elabi on an undercover mission unseen. Or does he? Who spots his risky nighttime landing and what implications will it pose for his bid to win hearts and minds in the walled city?Gax is a young adult who enters the city-state of Elabi undercover as a missionary. His mission is to infiltrate a society that does not allow for belief or emotions. Elabi has a culture based on logic and factual thinking, and a view of relationships Gax comes up against when he tries to share the Gospel. His own worldview is challenged when the city''s control hinders his evangelism, limiting his opportunities to reach out to share his faith with the people in this first book of the Elabi Chronicles. Will Gax survive long enough to spread the Gospel, or will he be sent beyond the Hills?

Two boys hold a place in Ash''s heart, but only one can win.The final trimester of Ash''s senior year is here. After a rough first and second trimester, it''s time for Ash to let go of the brakes and cycle downhill. She''s dating Paul, friends with Dylan, and training to compete in a triathlon with both boys. It''s also time to find out who wins the bets Ash made with Dylan during second trimester.There''s plenty of fun and games, but when the unexpected happens, Ash gives up on her plans and bravely bikes a new course. Hidden truths are revealed, and Ash discovers the reason Paul and Dylan can never be friends. Someone will get a second chance to make things right, but it comes down to the triathlon award ceremony to determine who the winner is.Coast along with Ash in the final book of the Love is a Triathlon series and discover who pedals into first place in her heart.

Avery Monroe has been living in hiding ever since she witnessed a high profile murder. A few years later, her family feels it's safe enough for her to go on a spring break cruise. After all, she'd be secure and secluded with her friends on a ship. While on board, Avery does her part in keeping a low profile, but inadvertently finds herself in the middle of a missing person's investigation.The only thing that may keep her from being the next victim is a chance encounter with another secretive traveler known as J.P. The problem is, he isn't on the passenger manifest, and he's working even harder than her to stay off the grid. Each are faced with uncomfortable decisions that could drift them closer to exposure and revelations that neither of them are prepared for.

Do YOU Know God Loves You? YES, it is true! is a book about getting to know who God is and why He loves us so much. There are so many reasons why He loves us. But the most important thing to remember is that He loves you for who YOU are- today, tomorrow and always! Jovan Gomez is a late in life Christ follower, a devoted husband, and a loving father of 2 amazing children. Although most of his life he has struggled with anger and depression, it was his new found faith that not only saved his life but also lead him to his true passion - helping children of all backgrounds find Christ.Volunteering at his local church, he quickly realized the need for a curriculum and literature that would help children better understand God's love for them. Thanks to his local church and the community around him, he was inspired to take action and begin writing faith-based books that will inspire and fortify the love of Christ in children and anyone who gets to read them!

Priya ja Jay jagavad oma lugusid kasutades nende akende vahele tõmmatud konservikarpidest ja nööridest valmistatud telefone. Priya on väga õnnetu, kui saab teada, et Jay ning ta pere kolivad ära väga kaugele.Kasutades ära oma leidlikkust, mõnda üles harutatud kampsunit ja tuhandeid sõlmi, avastab Priya, et ükski vahemaa ei saa sõpru teineteisest eemal hoida.Priya and Jay share stories every night using tin cans and string hung between their windows. Priya is devastated by the news that Jay and his family are moving far away.Using her resourcefulness, some unraveled sweaters and a few thousand knots, Priya learns that a little distance can't keep close friends apart.

To All the Boys I've Loved Before meets Pride and Prejudice in this delightful and heartfelt rom-com about Bangladeshi-American Zahra Khan from a new voice in YA, Priyanka Taslim.

Clueless meets Jenna Evans Welch in this young adult rom-com about a spoiled American teenager who faces some major culture shock—and potential romance—when she jets off to Bangladesh for her sister’s wedding.

Baking a fluffy pink cupcake is awesome, but wearing a dress that looks like one? No, thank you!Cousins Willow and Delia can''t wait to spend a week vacationing together with their families. Their aunt is getting married, and Willow and Delia are hoping their tasty baked goods will be enough to get them out of being flower girls in the wedding.But with a mischievous little brother, a bacon-loving dog, and a misbehaving blender in the mix, their treats don''t exactly turn out as planned. When a real emergency threatens to ruin the wedding, will their baking skills be enough to save the day?Join Willow and Delia in the kitchen by following their scrumptious recipes for whoopee pies, peach pancakes, and other tasty treats!Praise for Cupcake Cousins"[D]ebut novelist Hannigan has assembled all the ingredients for an entertaining and gentle-natured family tale." -Publishers Weekly"Hughes'' cheery black-and-white illustrations capture the cousins'' exuberance, highlighting both misadventures and sentimental moments. . . . Hannigan''s lively tale celebrates family and friendship." -Kirkus Reviews

Two best friends grow up—and grow apart—in this innovative contemporary YA novel Told in dual timelines—half of the chapters moving forward in time and half moving backward—We Used to Be Friends explores the most traumatic breakup of all: that of childhood besties. At the start of their senior year in high school, James (a girl with a boy’s name) and Kat are inseparable, but by graduation, they’re no longer friends. James prepares to head off to college as she reflects on the dissolution of her friendship with Kat while, in alternating chapters, Kat thinks about being newly in love with her first girlfriend and having a future that feels wide open. Over the course of senior year, Kat wants nothing more than James to continue to be her steady rock, as James worries that everything she believes about love and her future is a lie when her high-school sweetheart parents announce they’re getting a divorce. Funny, honest, and full of heart, We Used to Be Friends tells of the pains of growing up and growing apart.

A year ago, Flynn Cormac and Jubilee Chase made the now-infamous Avon Broadcast, calling on the galaxy to witness LaRoux Industries' corruption. A year before that, Tarver Merendsen and Lilac LaRoux were the only survivors of the Icarus shipwreck, forced to live a double life after their rescue.Now, at the center of the galaxy on Corinth, all four are about to collide with two new players in the fight against LRI.Gideon Marchant is an underworld hacker known as the Knave of Hearts, ready to climb and abseil his way past the best security measures on the planet to expose LRI's atrocities. Sofia Quinn, charming con artist, can work her way into any stronghold without missing a beat. When a foiled attempt to infiltrate LRI Headquarters forces them into a fragile alliance, it's impossible to know who's playing whom--and whether they can ever learn to trust each other.With their lives, loves, and loyalties at stake, only by joining forces with the Icarus survivors and Avon's protectors do they stand a chance of taking down the most powerful corporation in the galaxy---before LRI's secrets destroy them all.The New York Times best-selling Starbound trilogy comes to a close with this dazzling final installment about the power of courage and hope in humanity's darkest hour.

Shadow and Bone: A Netflix Original Series is a captivating book penned by the talented Leigh Bardugo. Published by Hachette Children's Group in 2021, this novel has quickly gained popularity among readers worldwide. The genre of this book is a blend of fantasy and adventure, taking readers on a journey through a world filled with magic and mystery. Leigh Bardugo's unique storytelling style and the book's intricate plot keep readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. If you're a fan of thrilling fantasy novels, Shadow and Bone: A Netflix Original Series is a must-read. Published by the renowned Hachette Children's Group, this book is a testament to Leigh Bardugo's fantastic writing skills and creativity.

Mona the mouse has found a home in the cozy Heartwood Hotel, where she works as a maid. Following the festive St. Slumber celebration, most of the guests have settled in to hibernate, and the staff is looking forward to a relaxing winter. But disruptions abound, so Mona will have to gather friends both old and new to keep the peace. Illustrations.

A sumptuously illustrated adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald¿s beloved novel of the 1920s, in a vivid and accessible new format.F. Scott Fitzgerald¿s 1925 masterpiece roars into life in this sweeping, dreamy graphic novel ¿ among the first adaptations of the book in this genre. Painted in lush watercolours, the inventive interpretation emphasizes both the extravagance and mystery of the characters, and excerpts from the original text weave themselves through the illustrations. Prepare to be carried off on a cloud of whimsical romance with Daisy and Gatsby, in a reading experience reminiscent of Hollywood classic movies.The graphic novel format makes it an ideal teaching tool to engage GCSE and higher level Literature students of Gatsby, and the art-deco gift design will prove irresistible to existing fans and collectors. With its timeless critique of class, power and obsession, The Great Gatsby Graphic Novel captures the energy of an era and the enduring resonance of one of the world¿s most beloved books.

Queen Ravenna of Lyra doesn't believe in true love. After suffering from a broken heart, she curses herself to protect her heart and her country from undeserving suitors. While she waits for someone to break the curse, she is content to honor her parents' legacy by creating an alliance with all of the countries in the known world hoping that this will help improve her peoples' future by giving access to the best scholars outside of Lyra.¿However, because the future of the monarchy is uncertain, there are undertones of civil unrest. Someone is trying to kill off members of the court who have a strong bid for the throne. If Ravenna were to die before she could produce an heir, civil war would be imminent.¿Second Prince Liam of Wilderose never wanted to be a king. He is happy to support his older sister's queenship as he tries to discover the leaders of a band of raiders threatening her rule, the same raiders who killed Queen Ravenna's parents. When his sister asks him to represent Wilderose at the Alliance Treaty held in Lyra, he accepts. While there, he comes into contact with one of the most powerful beings in the realm, the fairy godmother of Lyra. She tells Liam that if he were to break the curse over Ravenna, her powers would benefit his sister's queendom as well. All he has to do is win Ravenna's heart while slowly losing his humanity and turning into a dog.¿The Cursed Queen is inspired by Beauty and the Beast.