"Spellbinding stories of childhood and change in voices so vibrant they leave you speechless." — Sunday HeraldFrom a little girl who wants to look "subtle" for her father's funeral, to a child who has an email pen pal on Jupiter, to an old lady who becomes a star through "zimmerobics," these witty, tender short stories introduce us to a unique cast of characters in a collection centered around the Scottish city of Glasgow.From the author of Bei...

(Re)discover the Ottawa's ByWard Market with this easy-to-follow guide which will bring you to all four corners of the old Market grid while exploring the history of this neighborhood. With the option of a one or two day expedition, the foreign travelers and locals alike will find this walk exciting, fresh, and full of surprises. From unique boutiques to delicate confectionery, you are sure to stumble upon a few new favorites.An excerpt from the guide:"Making your way to Cla...

The Jewish Ghetto in Amsterdam.When Jozef and Trudi’s father dies in a concentration camp after being falsely arrested in 1941 as a saboteur, their mother goes into hiding, putting them in a children’s home for their safety. But when a decision is taken by the Nazis to kill all Jews including children, they are destined for deportation to a concentration camp and almost certain death.Their 22-year-old cousin, a nurse working in the Jewish hospital,...

A senior at Hamilton High and sometimes the class clown, Joebie and his best friend DT are a popular duo among their group of friends. Joebie also has a special relationship with Eileen, who helps him with his homework and covers for his careless ways. Spending the better part of two years restoring a vintage convertible, Joebie puts the finishing touches on his Star Car as his senior year begins. As he drives the car out of the garage, he has no idea of the events that will lie ahead. Joe...

At age four, Mary, the mother of Jesus of Nazareth, made her first journey. Accompanied by her mother Anne, her father Joachim, her sister Mary Heli, and her niece Mary Cleophas, Mary went to Jerusalem for her Presentation to the Temple. Some of the other journeys that folowed included trips to Sephoris, Bethlehem, Matarea, and Heiropolis as well as many other trips to Jerusalem. When her son, Jesus, began his public ministry, Mary moved from Nazareth to Capharnaum. With her friends, the H...

From bumper stickers to self-help books and everything in between, people love having deep and complex thoughts presented to them in simple, short, and sometimes amusing sayings. Italian Wisdom or the World According to John is a compilation of quirky pearls of folk wisdom passed down from an Italian father to his children. John Calderone grew up in two worlds, a tight Italian community on the Lower East Side of Manhattan and the larger world of a multi-cultural America on its way to becom...

Meet Christina Aguilera through a thorough and honest portrayal of her life and career and the things that have influenced both.Christina Aguilera appeared on Star Search when she was eight years old and hasn't stopped performing since. Christina Aguilera: A Biography traces the life and career of this exceptional performer, looking also at the historical, political, and philosophical influences that have affected and motivated her. Readers will l...

At age four, Mary, the mother of Jesus of Nazareth, made her first journey. Mary traveled with her family to Jerusalem for her Presentation to the Temple. Some of the other journeys taken during her lifetime included trips to Jutta, Bethlehem, Matarea, and Heliopolis, as well as many other trips to Jerusalem. When her son Jesus began his public ministry, Mary moved from Nazareth to Capharnaum. With her friends, the Holy Women, she followed Jesus as he traveled around Galilee and throughout...

In her lifetime, Mary, the mother of Jesus of Nazareth, took many journeys. Between her first journey to Jerusalem for her Presentation when she was four years old, and her last journey to Jerusalem a year and a half before her death, Mary traveled throughout the Holy Land and into Egypt. Following in the footsteps of her son, she witnessed his ministry as he taught and healed. When he was condemned to death, she followed him to the foot of the cross. In The Journeys of Mary Part III, the ...

It is freezing – an unusually cold winter day. The sun hints deceptively of a warmth that’s not there – at least in temperature. But the snow on the fields and the icy waters of the nearby creek reflect the sunlight in a dazzling array of diamonds and jewels reserved for this horse and rider. No coldness for this rider who is enveloped in the warm vibrations generated by the horse beneath whose breath advances in a musky-smelling steam. All thought dissipates as the rider is lost in the he...

Gulliver the Traveling GeckoBy: Mary Ann DonovanGulliver the Traveling Gecko is a story about a gecko, a lizard mainly found in southern regions. Since this is not a well-known animal, Mary Ann Donovan thought it would be an interesting and fun story for little ones.On a recent day trip to a nearby beach town, a gecko spent the entire day on and in the author’s car. This made the trip both surprising and enjoyable for both the author and the Gecko she named Gulliver....

Many countries around the world rely on community health workers to provide healthcare to those without immediate access, connecting them to formal health systems, and whilst numerous Community Health Worker (CHW) programmes exist, there is little research published on the need for ongoing high-quality training and supervision, or the role technology can play in supporting this. Training for Community Health: Bridging the global health care gap is a practical resource on the nuanc...