A self-effacing look at aging through the eyes of Miss Belle. The author's attempt to bring levity into her life as she faces her reflection in the mirror each morning.

Translated from the original French publication, this book provides a comprehensive analysis of twentieth-century Chinese literature and examines the relationship between Chinese literary theory and modernity. Jin Siyan surveys the work of leading writers including Zhang Ailing, Bei Dao, and Mu Dan. She seeks to answer some fundamental questions in the study of Chinese literary history, such as: How does contemporary Chinese literature go from historical narrative to the narrative of the I...

A young girl in the Philippines uses music to connect with her grandmother as her memory fades in this warm and moving picture book perfect for fans of Pixar’s Coco.There is always singing in Lola’s house. Sammy Davis Jr. in the morning, Dean Martin in the afternoon, and all throughout the evening, old Tagalog love songs from Nora Aunor, Basil Valdez, and more. Lola always says: “If you want to hold on, you gotta sing your songs.”Her granddaughter ...

In this book from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch of modern times.Little Elizabeth loved dogs and horses and dreamt of living on a farm. But, one day, she heard chants on the streets. Her uncle Edward had renounced the crown, which meant her father would be the next king, and she heiress to the throne. From that day on, she had to learn how to one day be the que...

Hacienda San Isidro was meant to be Beatriz’s haven, her salvation from an oppressive life with her uncle and his vicious wife. When Don Rodolfo Solórzano proposed, Beatriz dreamed only of the security his estate in the countryside would provide, ignoring the rumors surrounding his first wife’s demise and his sinister allegiances. She will have her own home again, no matter the price. But the house has ideas of its own. Visions and voices claw at Beatriz, stealing her sleep, and the weight...

Years ago, I accepted that football would always be a part of my life. I just didn't know how.When I met Wyatt Stone, I figured the game would weave its way into my young heart and become a part of my first real love. When I married him, I assumed my life would follow the same path as my mother's—the wife of an NFL quarterback, with all the highs and lows that come along with it.But when Wyatt didn't get picked in the draft, everything changed. And Wyatt's ...

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Hans Christian Andersen, the father of fairy tales.When Hans Christian Andersen was a little boy, he treated storybooks as jewels to be treasured. He wanted to perform on stage, but was always cast as the troll. Luckily, through theatre, he found a love for writing.He wrote about both the ...

This beautiful Spanish-language book, translated from the hugely popular Little People, BIG DREAMS series, can be enjoyed by fluent Spanish speakers and those learning the language, whether at home or in the classroom.En este libro de la serie Little People, BIG DREAMS, aclamada por la crítica y superventas con millones de ejemplares, descubre la vida de Hans Christian Andersen, el padre de los cuentos de hadas.Cuando Hans Christian Anders...

The History and Evolution of Homeland Security in the United States provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the evolution of US Homeland Security, from its early roots to the post-9/11 era. Drawing on their extensive experience as law enforcement professionals, the authors offer a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of this critical field.Students seeking degrees – with the goal of a career – in homeland security roles need a comprehensive and found...

Clarkesworld is a Hugo and World Fantasy Award-winning science fiction and fantasy magazine. Each month we bring you a mix of fiction, articles, interviews and art. Our March 2021 issue (#174) contains:Original fiction by D.A. Xiaolin Spires ("Mamaborg's Milk and the Brilliance of Gems"), Isabel J. Kim ("Homecoming is Just Another Word for the Sublimation of the Self"), Wang Zhenzhen ("The Orbiting Guan Erye"), Arula Ratnakar ("Submergence"), Isabel Lee ("55 Plaque"), Wole Ta...

Clarkesworld is a Hugo and World Fantasy Award-winning science fiction and fantasy magazine. Each month we bring you a mix of fiction, articles, interviews and art. Our September 2020 issue (#168) contains:Original fiction by Lavie Tidhar ("Blue And Blue And Blue And Pink"), G. D. Angier ("What Remains of Maya Sankovy"), Arula Ratnakar ("Lone Puppeteer of a Sleeping City"), Isabel Lee ("Certainty"), R. P. Sand ("Ask the Fireflies"), Nin Harris ("Every Plumage, Every Beak"), a...

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Stevie Wonder, the genius behind some of the world’s best-loved songs.At just 8 years old, it was clear that Steveland Judkins was going to be a star. Renamed Stevie Wonder for his astonishing talent on the piano and other instruments, he wrote and performed some of the biggest hits of the 1970s. Stevie became known for his inventiveness,...