Bertram Cope's Year chronicles the experiences of Bertram Cope, a young literature instructor who arrives in the fictional town of Churchton to pursue his graduate studies. Set in early 20th-century America, the novel explores Cope's interactions with the town's residents, where his charisma and charm quickly captivate those around him.As Cope navigates social engagements and forms close relationships, particularly with his friend Arthur Lemoyne, the narrative subtly examines theme...

Pause, reflect, and encounter the natural world through the meditative writings of Margaret Fuller.For Margaret Fuller—one of the most original American thinkers of the 19th century—nature was both refuge and revelation, a place where the outer world and inner life met. “I feel refreshed amid these bolder shapes of nature,” she wrote. A leading voice of the Transcendentalist movement, Fuller found in prairies, rivers, mountains, and gardens a language for the soul ...

Judith Earle grows up watching the house next door, waiting for the children who come and go there each summer: Roddy, golden and unreachable; Julian, brilliant and cruel to himself before he is cruel to anyone else; steady, devoted Martin; lovely, lost Mariella. She loves them all long before she understands what loving means.At Cambridge, everything changes. Jennifer Baird walks into her life and fills it entirely - the bathing in the river, the nights talking until dawn, a happi...

Positioned within the first quarter of the twenty-first century, this time capsule provides a history of rapidly evolving technological advancements while looking ahead to emerging issues such as legal concerns, equity, and accessibility. The volume further considers the way that information and communication technologies (ICTs) have affected and been affected by popular culture and influenced or shaped widespread cultural practices and beliefs.With 1,000+ in-depth entries, valuabl...

Boardroom deals, diamond deceptions and sky-high desire – six irresistible romances of billionaire bosses and the workplace scandals that blur every professional boundary!Perfect for fans of: Billionaires Marriage of convenience Workplace romanceHis Bride CharadeMarchesi's Marriage Mandate by Louise FullerThe Italian’s mandate: she will fulfil her vows!

Billion-dollar vows, inconvenient desire and irresistible alpha heroes – 12 red-hot, steamy romance stories of forbidden temptations and scandalForced To WedContains:The Prince's Unwanted Wife by Pippa RoscoeBetrayal That Binds by Tara PammiPerfect for fans of: Billionaire Marriage of convenience RoyalCaptured And CravedContains:...

A fascinating exploration of contemporary designers who are redefining what it means to be a graphic designer, offering a vibrant celebration and an inspirational reimagining of the medium for students, professionals, and educators in the field.Drawing from his popular podcast Scratching the Surface, Jarrett Fuller profiles more than 20 graphic designers who have taken the skills acquired through education and on-the-job experience to create new types of p...

The gotta-have-it guide to choosing and deep-diving into hobbies from Kennedy (Cozy K) Rose, the creative force behind @cozy.games. Explore 45+ hobbies that range far and wide, from birdwatching and woodworking to video gaming and embroidery."Filled with large, colorful photographs that clearly showcase each hobby, this book is as engaging to browse as it is to read. Readers looking to recharge, discover a new interest, or simply learn more about creative p...

Hard questions deserve biblical answers, not silence.You have wrestled with passages that make you uncomfortable. You have encountered questions about suffering, hell, God's sovereignty, or the role of women in ministry, and the answers you found felt incomplete, oversimplified, or evasive. Maybe someone asked you why God commanded warfare in the Old Testament, whether a Christian can lose salvation, or what the Bible actually says about divorce and remarriage, and...

Though you know pastoral work is meant to be a joy and a privilege, it’s easy to lose sight of it during the everyday challenges of ministry. Whether you’re feeling discouraged or even burnt out, gain encouragement for your high and holy calling.After 25+ years in ministry, pastor Matt Fuller understands the highs and lows of church work. With realism and positivity, he reminds you of the wonders of your unique calling and of the Great Shepherd, who cares for you as you serve him a...

Snowbound desire, royal vows and billion-dollar bombshells – four sizzling romances of secret pregnancies, Christmas marriages and alpha male heroes who always get what they want.One Night in Amalfi by Carol MarinelliCinderella’s red-hot night…to waking up pregnant!Stella never expected broodingly gorgeous Gabriel to catch her trespassing in his palazzo – or to offer her a private tour of Amalfi. She’s here to scout film locations,...

One burned bridge… One baby bombshell!Two years ago, Camille was kept warm through snowy nights by Lachlan’s touch. Until the whirlwind romance ended in heartbroken, pregnant abandonment. Now that Lachlan has inherited half her ski lodge, her rage reignites. He’s infernal, he’s her weakness, and he’s getting close. Too close.While Lachlan is prepared to face Cami, meeting his hidden son is a gut punch. Against her protests he moves in, furious with...