Fourteen-year-old Jillian has no idea who her dad is but uses her banishment from summer parties in Toronto to isolation in Banff National Park to track him down. But it's not easy. A reclusive log cabin, a grumpy aunt, few trips to civilization and seriously—no cell phone reception?When she's not searching for her dad, Jillian pursues an elusive girl, Mika, who lives on her own in the wilderness. Together they track down a poacher and Jillian reunites Mika with her family. All sho...

Just when Banff, Alberta begins to feel like home, and everything is perfect, fifteen-year-old Jillian’s life goes sideways. The unthinkable happens to her boyfriend’s sister and Greg must head back home, halfway across the globe. Aunt Steph drops hints about applying for a job in Waterton. And new friendships get prickly. Jillian is sure her life can’t get any more complicated…but then it does.

Do you live with a controlling partner? Someone who always wants to make the decisions, about where you go on holiday or what you spend on clothes? Someone who needs to know where you are or what you are doing? Or maybe you work with a control freak? Even though you've got the talent, this person takes all the limelight and can't let go enough to let you get on with your job. Control freaks come in all shapes and sizes. Often they happen to be the people we love. Your friends and family ma...

Just when Banff, Alberta begins to feel like home, and everything is perfect, fifteen-year-old Jillian's life goes sideways. The unthinkable happens to her boyfriend's sister and Greg must head back home, halfway across the globe. Aunt Steph drops hints about applying for a job in Waterton. And new friendships get prickly. Jillian is sure her life can't get any more complicated…but then it does.Editorial ReviewReviewed by: Yvonne Machuk EdD / Banff, AlbertaHaving me...

As a nurse, Barbara Baker’s qualifications enabled her to travel and work overseas, taking her to both Europe and South Africa. However, just as she was starting to explore the endless possibilities open to her, she was cut off in her tracks with a shock terminal cancer diagnosis at the tender age of 24, finding herself battling for her life before it had really begun.This was her first indication that she had a level of mental resilience she was previously unaware of, as she confo...

This is a book of meditations in the form of poetry. Inspirations, from the Lord, that will inspire the readers heart to press on, to dare to hope. A work that will inspire the reader to believe that all things are possible indeed. A collection about life, struggles, joys, desires, and hopes.

In todays fast paced world of social media and advanced technology, we are being guided by the agenda of someone else. By following this, we are getting away from the guide that Jesus left us, The Holy Bible, and are filling ourselves with hate and fear.Fear2Peace was created as a reminder that the words of Jesus still hold true today. Hebrews 13:8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of "Italian Hours" by Henry James. This audiobook transports you to the picturesque landscapes and vibrant cities of Italy. With James' evocative prose and keen observations, you'll embark on a sensory journey through the art, culture, and history of this captivating country. The narrative offers a rich exploration of the intersection between travel, literature, and personal reflection. Through its vivid descriptions and cultural insights, it provid...

A vibrant tribute to Lewis Nordan’s unforgettable blend of Southern surrealism, dark humor, and deep humanity.Lewis Nordan: Humor, Heartbreak, and Hope is a rich collection of essays that examines the life and work of one of the South’s most distinctive literary voices. Edited by Barbara A. Baker, this volume brings together scholars and writers who explore Nordan’s use of magical realism, dark humor, and emotional vulnerability to portray the com...

Reimagining America Through the Blues, Jazz, and the Cultural Vision of Albert Murray.This collection consists of essays written by prominent African American literature, jazz, and Albert Murray scholars, reminiscences from Murray protégés and associates, and interviews with Murray himself. It illustrates Murray’s place as a central figure in African American arts and letters and as an American cultural pioneer.Born in Nokomis, Alabama, and raised ...

The eight short stories included in this anthology offer a glimpse at Canada’s geographic landscape—spanning the Yukon, Canadian Prairies, Great Lakes, and metropolitan Toronto while starring protagonists who are well-storied in loss, yet not all choose to grieve.You will crunch across sub-zero tundra and bake on the beach alongside our hero(in)es. You will live like hermits and populate condos. You will search the remains of a knocked down church and dig up a decades old box. You ...

The value of music therapy in neurological rehabilitation is increasingly recognised and this practical manual provides comprehensive guidance for clinicians on the application of music therapy methods in neurorehabilitation.Felicity Baker and Jeanette Tamplin combine research findings with their own clinical experience and present step-by-step instructions and guidelines on how to implement music therapy techniques for a range of therapeutic needs. Photographs clearly illustrate i...