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"Facing memory loss at age ninety-three as well as the fallout from a global pandemic that moved much of daily life online, legendary psychotherapist and bestselling author Irvin D. Yalom was forced to vastly reconsider the shape of his sessions with patients. Rather than throw in the towel in the face of change, Dr. Yalom considered head-on the limitations imposed by these new realities and revolutionized his practice. Turning his focus to what might be achieved in a one-hour, one-time-only meeting between patient and practitioner, Dr. Yalom employed an even more concerted use of his "here and now" approach"-- Provided by publisher.

"As Indigenous scientist and author of Braiding Sweetgrass Robin Wall Kimmerer harvests serviceberries alongside the birds, she considers the ethic of reciprocity that lies at the heart of the gift economy. How, she asks, can we learn from Indigenous wisdom and the plant world to reimagine what we value most? Our economy is rooted in scarcity, competition, and the hoarding of resources, and we have surrendered our values to a system that actively harms what we love. Meanwhile, the serviceberry's relationship with the natural world is an embodiment of reciprocity, interconnectedness, and gratitude. The tree distributes its wealth--its abundance of sweet, juicy berries--to meet the needs of its natural community. And this distribution ensures its own survival. As Kimmerer explains, 'Serviceberries show us another model, one based upon reciprocity, where wealth comes from the quality of your relationships, not from the illusion of self-sufficiency'" -- Amazon.

"After more than seventy years of fighting to live her life on her own terms, Cher finally reveals her true story in intimate detail, in a two-part memoir."--Provided by publisher.

Noland Nixon modernizes the language of Clement C. Moore's poem and the spirit of the season as an African American family awaits the arrival of Santa Claus.

"Invites careful observation of light and shadow in the natural world, as well as in our own emotional landscape"-- Provided by publisher.

"This storybook collection features five previously published stories about the childhood of Amelia Bedelia. The Amelia Bedelia books are great for reading together and for children just learning to read on their own. Amelia Bedelia's legendary mix-ups with words, idioms, and language make practicing reading comprehension and expanding vocabulary fun. This book is illustrated in full color throughout and also features games, puzzles, and a sticker sheet. With Amelia Bedelia, anything can happen--and it usually does!"--Amazon.com.

"Eddie Winston is 90 years old. He has lived and he has loved, but he has never been kissed. A true gentleman and incurable romantic, Eddie spends his days volunteering at a charity shop, where he sorts through the donations of the living and the dead, preserving letters and tokens of love along the way. And it is here that he meets Bella, a troubled young woman who, at 24 years old, has just lost the love of her life. When Bella learns that Eddie is yet to have his first kiss, she resolves to help Eddie Winston finally find love, sparking an adventure that will take them to unexpected places and, they hope, bring Eddie Winston to the moment he has waited for all his life. A tale of friendship and kindness that reminds us that those we love are never forgotten and it is never too late to try again"-- Provided by publisher.

Isaiah Wright has some growing up to do. A year out of high school with no plans for his future, Isaiah is challenged by his single mom and a successful businessman to start charting a better course for his life. Through the prayers of his mother and biblical discipleship from his new mentor, Isaiah begins to discover God's purpose for his life is so much more than he could hope for or imagine.

"Barrow, Alaska: northernmost town in the U.S. Isolated in 80 miles of roadless wilderness, cut off every winter for 30 days of night." So says the opening screen. More importantly, the population dwindles from over 500 to 150 souls willing to brave the cold and the seemingly endless night. Charged with protecting the town during its nocturnal period, Sheriff Eben is a man trying to reconnect with his estranged wife Stella, who misses the last plane out before nightfall. As they deal with being thrust together again, a rash of crimes--including the killing of a number of dogs and the destruction of a helicopter--breaks out over the tiny town. As Eben and Stella attempt to solve these crimes, powerful strangers walk into town, seemingly superhuman and with a thirst for blood. The few remaining townsfolk must try to survive the 30 Days of Night.

While scavenging the deep ends of a derelict space station, a group of young space colonizers come face to face with the most terrifying life form in the universe.

"It's the latest (and greatest) collection of Garfield's comic book adventures, where Garfield makes a bunch of new friends--cats, elves, aliens, robots, and ninjas, too! He also helps a shy young lady get to a special dance, discovers who stole his orange meringue pie, and... stops eating lasagna?!? Speaking of pasta, even more freakishly large foods return to battle the fat cat!"-- Page 4 of cover.

"Nyuki is a brand-new honey bee, and she has a lot of questions. Follow her on a lifelong journey as she annoys her sisters, avoids predators, and learns to trust her inner voice as she masters the way of the hive. Includes a section at the end of the book called 'Odds & Ends' with facts and information about bees."--Provided by publisher.

After the long reign under the evil sorceress, life in the Golden Court is finally rebuilding. But when a rival Wolf king kidnaps the Queen's friend and mentor Ora, any hopes for peace are lost. Tensions rise as royal guard Sadie and Queen Calla struggle to gain support for the brewing war and realize that the world of Aotreas is more than it seems.

The foreman of a fuel refinery hires the crew of Serenity to get his kidnapped workers back. While they're trying to make sense of it all, the workers' children plan to steal Serenity and launch their own rescue mission.

"For Gemma's whole life, it has always been her and her mom against the world. As far as she knew, all her grandparents--and thus her ties to Taiwanese culture--were dead. Until one day when a mysterious man shows up at her door with two shocking things: the news that her grandfather has just recently passed, and the first clue to a treasure hunt that Gemma hopes will lead to her inheritance. There's just one major problem: to complete the hunt, she has to go to her grandfather's home in Taiwan. And the only way Gemma can get there is by asking her ex and biggest high-school rival, Xander, for help. But after swallowing her pride, she finds herself halfway across the world, ready to unearth her life-changing prize. Soon Gemma discovers that the treasure hunt is about much more than money--it's about finally learning about her family, her cultural roots, and maybe even finding true love"--Provided by publisher.

"Using 3-D computer illustrations that present a level of detail you simply can't find elsewhere, this book takes you on a world tour of the waters that cover 70 percent of our planet. You will see the fish, invertebrates, and other animals that call the ocean home and learn how their anatomy and behavior is adapted to deal with a watery habitat. You can discover what survives in the frozen Arctic Ocean, as well as see coral reefs teeming with life. Plus, you can find out the science of the seas: How do waves work? What are tsunamis? How do tides provide electricity? How can people help marine conservation?"--Amazon

Step inside the detailed world of Stephen Biesty and find out how a wide variety of curious things are made, from tower blocks and underground tunnels; to the milk, chocolate, and donuts on your table; to matches, diamond rings, and sports shoes--not to mention race cars, planes, and rockets. The incredible artwork will have children and adults alike poring over every detail, whether it's following the production line inside a factory making anything from nails to newspapers or exploring every intricate part inside a Boeing 777 plane or the Saturn V rocket. Taking you through every stage of each process is Chester the Tester, a character who helps explain how things are made, along with his sidekick Hector the Inspector. This amazing book is also packed with unbelievable information. Did you know that dinosaur skeletons in museums are not real fossils? Or that the Boeing 777 has slam-proof toilet lids so the noise doesn't disturb passengers? Clearly written with humour and fascinating facts to guide you through the intricate illustrations, this book is a glorious way to learn about the world around you.

Takes a detailed look inside a British warship of the Napoleonic age, providing facts about the ship and the people aboard it.

Contains instructions for creating thirty robots out of LEGOs.

"In this adventure, follow a hungry stegosaurus as her search for food with her herd takes an unexpected turn. Ready or not, here we go!" -- Back cover.

From the dawn chorus to an icy sunset, follow one girl and her dog as they adventure through spring, summer, autumn and winter in just one day. Press the note on every page to hear the story come to life with music from Vivaldi's The Four Seasons, then listen to all the sounds again at the back of the book! -- back cover.

"It's Christmas Eve at Clara's house. Scents of ginger, chocolate and peppermint waft through the air... Turn the page to follow Clara on a magical Christmas Journey. Press the musical note on each page to bring the story of The Nutcracker--and Tchaikovsky's music--to life.'

Introduce little ones to the magic of classical music with this reimagining of one of legendary composer Prokofiev's most famous suites. Peter and the Wolf is a story about a young boy called Peter who lives with his grandfather. His grandfather warns him about being outside because a wolf roams the woods. However, when the wolf threatens Peter's animal friends - a duck, a bird and his grandfather's cat - he decides to ignore his grandfather's warning and save them. As you and your child journey through the magical scenes, read the story text in each circle aloud and press the buttons on each page to activate the sounds! This encourages interactive learning via an immersive experience. The soothing natural scenes are illustrated impeccably, with sweeping greenery and orange, summery landscapes spreads across each page. Follow the adventurous Peter as he explores the woods for the first time. And this lovely book tells a sweet story while also introducing kids to the power and beauty of classical music. At the back of the book, find a short biography of the composer, Sergei Prokofiev, with details about his composition of Peter and the Wolf. Next to this, you can replay the musical excerpts and, for each of them, read a discussion of the instruments, rhythms and musical techniques that make them so powerful. A glossary defines musical terms.

Discover the spellbinding magic of The Mountain King in this musical retelling of Peer Gynt--push the button on each beautiful scene to hear the vivid sound of an orchestra playing from Grieg's score.

"One day, two brothers discover a magical animal kingdom behind their bookcase. They are greeted by the royal lion with his shaggy mane; ask for directions from an old lonely turtle; take a ride on some lumbering elephants; topple a skeleton of dinosaur bones; and swim among a school of shimmering fish. If only they could take them all home..."--Provided by publisher.

"Kosoma, Indian Territory. The outlaw Darby brothers have been sentenced to hang until dead. Witnessing the execution are Amelia Darby, sister of the condemned men, as well as U.S. Deputy Marshal Sam "Trusty" Dawson and Judge Gordon Hadesworth. After justice is served, Trusty hits the trail, escorting the judge--and begrudgingly, Amelia--back to Oklahoma. Ambushed en route, the judge is murdered and Amelia vanishes, leaving Trusty to believe she led them into a trap for revenge. To find Amelia, Trusty will have to put his faith in Father Michael Darby, a fourth brother who gave up his criminal ways to take up the cloth and collar. Unwilling to let his sister continue to fall to the wicked evil that claimed the rest of his family, Michael joins the hunt for Amelia. But as their journey turns deadlier by the day, Trusty starts to doubt that Michael is truly on the righteous path ..."-- Provided by publisher.

"Inspirational and aspirational. Fearless and phenomenal. The 101 women athletes every fan needs to know! Fully updated to include today's stars, this fun collection of questions and answers will have kids stumping their friends and adult sports fans with their expert knowledge." Publisher's website.

"Follows the life, in graphic novel format, of New York City basketball legend Frankie King from his early promising sports career to his later work authoring cozy cat mysteries under a female pseudonym"-- Provided by publisher.

The untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron. Known as sworn enemies, once they were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever. The first-ever fully CG-animated Transformers movie.

"Noted authorities answer questions and demonstrate a variety of therapy techniques, including analyzing speech and stuttering; improving attitudes about speech and stuttering; modifying stuttering and overall communication; transferring new skills into the real world; maintaining improvement outside the therapy setting ... As an added bonus, this DVD includes Stuttering: Straight Talk for Teens. David Wilkins, a high school student who stutters, narrates this 30-minute film featuring many teens who talk about their stuttering and what works for them. Noted professionals offer expert information and helpful advice on handling social and academic situations."--Container.

Featuring children who stutter, it provides practical strategies teachers can use immediately to help children who stutter in the classroom.

Failed comedian Arthur Fleck meets the love of his life, Harley Quinn, while in Arkham State Hospital. Upon release, the pair embark on a doomed romantic misadventure.

Their time has come! David Tennant and Catherine Tate return as the Doctor and Donna for three special episodes. The Doctor is caught in a fight to the death as a spaceship crash-lands in London. But as the battle wreaks havoc, destiny is converging on the Doctor's old friend, Donna. The Tardis takes the Doctor and Donna to the furthest edge of adventure. To escape, they must face the most desperate fight of their lives, with the fate of the universe at stake. The giggle of a mysterious puppet is driving the human race insane. When the Doctor discovers the return of the terrifying Toymaker, he faces a fight he can never win.

How well do you really know the person sleeping next to you? For one young couple, this question becomes a twisted psychological nightmare when a husband's increasingly bizarre nighttime behavior takes a menacing turn.

Severance centers on Mark Scout, leading a team of office workers whose memories are surgically split between work and personal lives. The 'work-life balance' experiment is questioned as Mark faces a mystery forcing him to confront the true nature of his work and himself.

Something terrifying is happening off the coast of Block Island. A strange force is thriving, influencing residents and wildlife alike. Birds are dropping out of the sky and fish are mysteriously washing up on shore. As some residents are suffering from inexplicable emotional collapse, Harry Lynch watches with dread as his father grows increasingly forgetful, confused and angry. Very, very angry! His sister Audry, whose work in marine biology will soon prove invaluable, returns to town with her daughter and leads them all towards chilling revelations that will affect her family in unimaginable ways."-- from container.

The complete and uncut fifth season of Wagon Train, one of the most enduring and sought-after westerns of all time. Includes all 37 remastered episodes.

A group of westward-bound emigrants must rely on their courage and perseverance as they make their way by Conestoga wagon from the banks of the Mississippi to California's Pacific shores in the face of great odds. This collection contains all 38 episodes from the 2nd season of the series.

A series of gruesome murders is terrifying the inhabitants of the Australian outback settlement of Axehead. Maddy, the town's only law enforcement officer and sheriff, searches for clues. However, her investigations lead nowhere until her uncle Schmitty mentions a massive, seven-foot zombie kangaroo that he is convinced is responsible for the bloodshed. At first, Maddy doesn't believe his seemingly absurd suspicions, but when the murders continue, she is forced to face reality. Determined to end the nightmare and save her town, Maddy, side by side with her uncle and Aunt Donna, confronts the killer kangaroo in a fight to the death. .

Follows the adventures of Duncan MacLeod, an immortal Scottish warrior now living in the 1990s.

Conclave follows one of the world's most secretive and ancient events--selecting the new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. Once the Catholic Church's most powerful leaders have gathered from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrence uncovers a trail of deep secrets left in the dead Pope's wake, secrets which could shake the foundations of the Church.

Follows the adventures of Duncan MacLeod, an immortal Scottish warrior now living in the 1990s.

For more than a year, Sen followed New Delhi brothers Mohammad Saud and Nadeem Shehzad as they rescued birds of prey from the increasingly destructive effects of urban pollution. While charting the siblings' daily struggles and successes, he also documented their poetic reflections on humankind's relationship to the environment, the interaction of wildlife with the city, and India's explosions of anti-Muslim violence. Suffused with beauteous, sobering, and contemplative imagery, All That Breathes ponders the delicate bonds of interconnectivity among humans and between species.

"With a Thai mother and an American father, Kathy lives in two different worlds. She spends most of the year in Bangkok, where she's secretly counting the days till summer vacation. That's when her family travels for twenty-four hours straight to finally arrive in a tiny seaside town in Maine. Kathy loves Maine's idyllic beauty and all the exotic delicacies she can't get back home, like clam chowder and blueberry pie. But no matter how hard she tries, she struggles to fit in. She doesn't look like the other kids in this rural New England town. Kathy just wants to find a place where she truly belongs, but she's not sure if it's in America, Thailand... or anywhere"-- Provided by publisher.

In this middle grade graphic novel adventure story perfect for fans of Zita the Spacegirl, a family vacation through the cosmos turns into a fight for all mankind. Luckily Blake Laser, twelve-year-old inventor, is ready to save the day. Blake Laser. Daughter. Sister. Genius. Blake and her family are headed for a vacation out in deep space for some rest, relaxation, and a whole lot of family bonding time. It's uncharted territory, and Blake is excited for the new adventure. But the trip is cut short when the Interplanetary Space Control Center flags them down to warn them of danger. Someone-or something-is draining heat from the sun, threatening to plummet Earth to unlivable temperatures in just under forty-eight hours. The McClain family are the only ones close enough to investigate. They must put their trip on hold to figure out what's going on and, more importantly, stop it. If they don't, the fate of the entire planet hangs in the balance. Luckily, Blake Laser has a few clever gadgets and a few more bright ideas up her sleeve that just might save the day.

Thirteen-year-old superhero Ashley Rayburn juggles the challenges of school, parental expectations, and a confusing friendship as she tries to prove her worth to the Teen Titans.

Eleven-year-old Maya refuses to let her growing anxiety and OCD hold her back from using stand-up comedy to bring her parents back together.

The police are called to stop two teens ransacking a small-town grocery store. They have no identification. And they won't speak a word. And the small town of Kokanee Creek is suddenly plunged into a sinister mystery.

There's a saying on Fall Island: the snow will get you. Gracie Hutchinson has lived here her whole life and knows there's some truth to those words. Now, a hundred-year storm is approaching, and while most of the locals have taken the ferry to the mainland, Gracie must stay behind. Joseph Wescott, whose mysterious family lives in Wescott Manor, descendants of the legendary first settlers of Fall Island, has also stayed behind. Together, they stumble across something even more unnerving than the coming storm: the body of a stranger, murdered in a grim ritual.