A man of faith. A woman with secrets. A love that tests them both.Mr. Gilbert Fernley has never been a jealous man—until now. As the local vicar, he has devoted his life to faith, service, and the quiet contentment of guiding his parish. But when his twin brother’s recent marriage reveals a happiness Gilbert never thought to desire, he begins to wonder if his calling has room for love after all. With gentle persistence he agrees to a matchmaking scheme allowing his...

She was never just a memory—and never meant to be ignored.Fletcher Fernley prefers order, comfort, and the quiet satisfaction of a well-argued point of law. As a barrister, he thrives on logic and precision, whether debating in the courtroom or sparring politely on the edges of the ballroom. Love, however, has always seemed far too untidy for his carefully arranged life.Audrey Benton fell in love with Fletcher the day he hung a swing from a tree at Primrose...

She agreed to the ruse. Love was never part of the bargain.Miss Rose Astley has never been engaged—secretly or otherwise. Unfortunately, the Duke of Pembroke announced her as his secret intended, and now all of Society is congratulating her on an engagement she most definitely did not accept. Pembroke claims it was necessary to escape an unwanted arrangement. Rose admittedly understands his reasons but cannot fathom how she became his only solution.

A humorous and joyful celebration of love and sharing by the award-winning and bestselling duo, Angela Johnson and Dav Pilkey.When Maya's grandfather comes to visit from Alaska, he brings a surprise in a crate -- something, he says, to teach her "fun and sharing." Maya hopes it's a horse or a big brother. But instead, it's a huge, pink pig named Julius! Maya's parents see Julius as a slob, but Maya feels differently. She sees a playmate, a protector, and a sharer i...

The beginnings of this book of poetry, essays, short stories, and childrens bedtime stories took shape when my children came into my life. They came through hills and valleys, glorious sunlit mornings, sweet barefoot beaches, fields of gold, and firefly nights.

**"[A] rallying cry for girls to reject limitations others might place on them and their dreams."—starred,**The Horn Book Magazine"Once I dreamed I swam / the ocean / and saw everything deep, cool / and was part of the waves. / I swam on by the people / onshore / hollering, / 'A girl like you needs to / stay out of the water / and be dry / like everyone else.'"Empower young readers to embrace their individuality, reject societal limitation...

Winner of the Coretta Scott King AwardA School Library Journal Best BookA Booklist Editor's ChoiceOne Last LookEmmie and her mother are headed for the desert to help Grandmama Ola pack up her life. Box by box, the pieces of Ola's past are neatly tucked away, and a collection of memories is opened. As the end of their final visit draws closer, Emmie, Mama, and Ola come to terms with the history they share. Each holds on to a separate truth -- a truth about life, ab...

Do you enjoy reading old-fashioned cookbooks? Learn how people used and cooked poultry in the days before gas and electricity were available in homes. Food was precious back then and nothing was wasted. It was a source of pride to cook delicious food for the family and knowing how to budget time and money."Vintage Cooking in the 1800s - Poultry" provides information, advice, and recipes gathered from various cookbooks published in the 1800...

In the 1800s, gas and electricity was not yet available in homes. Our great grandmothers learned to save time, money, and labor in order to cook three meals a day from scratch. Advice and cooking hints were sometimes included in cookbooks and greatly appreciated.People made do with what they had, substituted ingredients, or did without. There were no quick trips to a grocery store.Nothing was wasted - food was too valuable....

Developing a Heart of Unshakeable Faith is a transformational Christian study that explores the powerful connection between the physical heart, the soul (mind and emotions), and the spirit. Drawing from the author’s personal journey through heart surgery, medical challenges, and God’s healing, the book shows how the condition of our spiritual and emotional lives can directly affect our physical well-being.The central message is that true healing and resilience come when we align al...

Developed in cooperation with the International Baccalaureate®Everything you need to deliver a rich, concept-based approach for the new IB Diploma English Literature course.- Navigate seamlessly through all aspects of the syllabus with in-depth coverage of the new course structure and content- Investigate the three areas of exploration, concept connections and global issues in detail to help students become flexible, critical readers

Symphony Nelson has weathered more than her share of hardships—in part thanks to the faithfulness and affection of her adopted puppy, Toby. Her formerly chaotic life seems to be settling down, until a peaceful walk in the woods leads Symphony and Toby to the reclusive cabin of Caleb Showalter, who knows more about her past than he’s telling.When an old friend resurfaces and expresses his affection, Symphony warily longs for love, and it is Toby that nudges her toward pursuing a rec...