Is this really how my life ends when I have so many reasons to live?I should have known something like this would happen. Karma does love biting me in the ass! Just when I was finally content with my life, someone tries to take it away from me and I made it so easy for them.I don’t know if I’m going to make it through this, but if I do, whoever did this is going to beg for mercy when I’m through with them!*If you like sexy fantasy/paranormal romances, with humour, steam, action, suspense, a tough heroine and multiple alpha males, this is for you. Divinos Academy: Bound is book 2 of the series. This is a light bully reverse harem and ends on a cliffhanger but the series is now complete. It's recommended for 18+ due to language and sexual situations. Please read the trigger warnings. Read more

With murder, court battles, and sensational newspaper headlines, the story of Lizzie Borden is compulsively listenable and perfect for the Common Core.Lizzie Borden took an axe, gave her mother forty whacks. When she saw what she had done, she gave her father forty-one. In a compelling, linear narrative, Miller takes listeners along as she investigates a brutal crime: the August 4, 1892, murders of wealthy and prominent Andrew and Abby Borden. The accused? Mild-mannered and highly respected Lizzie Borden, daughter of Andrew and stepdaughter of Abby. Most of what is known about Lizzie’s arrest and subsequent trial (and acquittal) comes from sensationalized newspaper reports; as Miller sorts fact from fiction, and as a legal battle gets under way, a gripping portrait of a woman and a town emerges. Listeners will devour this nonfiction book that comes across like fiction.A School Library Journal Best Best Book of the Year"Sure to be a hit with true crime fans everywhere."—School Library Journal, Starred Read more

Irene Gut was just 17 in 1939, when the Germans and Russians devoured her native Poland. Just a girl, really. But a girl who saw evil and chose to defy it. Read more

The ultimate guide for teen anger management—written by a teen mental health expert, trusted by parents, and recommended by therapists. Does your anger get you into trouble? Do you react to situations and later regret how you behaved? Does your anger cause problems at school or with friends? If so, you aren’t alone. Between family life, academic pressures, and social drama, there’s no doubt that it’s stressful being a teenager. And while anger is a natural human emotion, different people handle it differently. Some hold it in and let it build, some lash out with hurtful words, and others resort to physical fighting. If unhealthy anger is getting in the way of your life, it’s time to make a change.This fully revised and updated second edition of The Anger Workbook for Teens includes new skills and activities grounded in evidence-based treatments such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help you deal with negative thoughts without losing control.You’ll learn:What’s triggering your angerWhy you react the way you doHow to be more aware of your thoughts and how you interact with themSkills and techniques for managing anger without losing your cool   You’ll also develop a personal anger profile, learn to notice the physical symptoms you feel when anger takes hold, and then calm those feelings and respond more sensitively to others. Once you fully understand your anger, you’ll be better prepared to deal with your feelings in the moment. And with practice, you’ll discover that you can handle frustrating situations and still keep your cool!Change isn’t easy, but with the right frame of mind and set of skills, you can do it. This book will help you understand how both your mind and body respond to anger, and how you can handle this anger in more constructive ways. Read more

Gift Your Teen the Growth Mindset to Succeed Even in the Face of Life’s Biggest Challenges!Worried your teen isn’t ready to handle life’s tough tests?Here’s the harsh reality: Without a growth mindset, teens are less likely to be adaptive, struggle more with setbacks, and miss out on key opportunities for personal development.They are stuck fearing failure, which can damage their self-esteem and limit their problem-solving capabilities.Simply put, without a growth mindset, they are holding themselves back from reaching their true potential.Now, imagine flipping the script. Imagine your teen seeing challenges as opportunities, not threats.Picture them treating failures as stepping stones, not stumbling blocks.This isn’t just possible—it’s achievable and certain with the power of a growth mindset.But cultivating this mindset isn’t an overnight job. It’s a journey.And what if this journey could start today for your teen? What if your teen could lay a rock-solid foundation for this mindset shift with just 50 days of fun and engaging activities?Put The Essential Growth Mindset Handbook for Teens into practice and we guarantee it!In this book, you’ll discover:The ONE transformative word that can spark a seismic shift in their mindset.Mind-stimulating puzzles and teasers expertly crafted to ignite the flames of the growth mindset.A rigorous, 50-day growth mindset program that will make this mindset second nature.A bonus goal-setting printable to help set, visualize, and monitor their goals.Real inspirational stories of people who achieved success with a growth mindset.Keys to applying a growth mindset in school, extracurriculars, and relationships.3 simple mindset shifts to obliterate limiting beliefs.9 conversation starters for parents to instill a growth mindset in their children and guide them one step at a time.We know how hard it is to keep your attention today (let alone kids’ attention). That’s why we’ve ditched the dull lectures and filled our book with content that’s as engaging as it is enlightening. If you’ve enjoyed our previous books, you’re in for a treat!We provide the tools, insights, and confidence for your teen to navigate this path with resilience.So click "Buy Now", grab the Essential Growth Mindset Handbook for Teens and get ready for a life-changing read! Read more

A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Books of the YearThe Horn Book Fanfare Best Books of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the YearA Publishers Weekly Best Book of the YearA School Library Journal Best Book of the YearA YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Award Finalist  Award-winning author Paula Yoo delivers "a comprehensive, kaleidoscopic account of what happened before, during, and after the 1992 Los Angeles uprising." (Horn Book Magazine, starred review)In the spring of 1992, after a jury returned not guilty verdicts in the trial of four police officers charged in the brutal beating of a Black man, Rodney King, Los Angeles was torn apart. Thousands of fires were set, causing more than a billion dollars in damage. In neighborhoods abandoned by the police, protestors and storeowners exchanged gunfire. More than 12,000 people were arrested and 2,400 injured. Sixty-three died.In Rising from the Ashes, award-winning author Paula Yoo draws on the experience of the city’s Korean American community to narrate and illuminate this uprising, from the racism that created economically disadvantaged neighborhoods torn by drugs and gang-related violence, to the tensions between the city’s minority communities. At its heart are the stories of three lives and three families: those of Rodney King; of Latasha Harlins, a Black teenager shot and killed by a Korean American storeowner; and Edward Jae Song Lee, a Korean American man killed in the unrest. Woven throughout, and set against a minute-by-minute account of the uprising, are the voices of dozens others: police officers, firefighters, journalists, business owners, and activists whose recollections give texture and perspective to the events of those five days in 1992 and their impact over the years that followed. Black-and-white photographs Read more

CBT skills for coping with angry thoughts, expressing your emotions, and putting an end to angry outbursts—once and for all.Being a young man is tough, and you’re not always equipped to deal with the ongoing challenges of school, work, family, and relentless peer pressure. First of all, it’s not all your fault. Our society encourages boys to repress their emotions—both positive and negative. You may have been told to “suck it up,” or “just be a man.” But burying your emotions can make it extremely difficult to express yourself, be heard, and feel like your needs are being met. The result is a frustration that builds and boils over into anger. The good news is there’s an easy-to-learn method for managing your anger and expressing your emotions in a healthy way.Written by an expert in anger with decades of experience working with teens, this book provides you with the tools you need for effective anger management, as well as essential skills for getting in touch with and communicating your thoughts and feelings. You’ll learn to understand the emotions that trigger anger, build up your emotional vocabulary to better express your feelings, and focus on the positive. You’ll also discover anger-reduction techniques to stay cool when anger intensifies, so you put out the fire and get to a place of calm.This workbook is packed with tips and tricks to help you:Replace unhelpful anger with clear communicationBreak the habit of catastrophizing and personalizingReduce the overwhelming physiological response of angerChannel the positive power of anger   With the right tools, you can take charge of your anger—and your life. This workbook will show you how.In these increasingly challenging times, kids and teens need mental health resources more than ever. With more than 1.6 million copies sold worldwide, Instant Help Books are easy to use, proven-effective, and recommended by therapists. Read more

ESSENTIAL LIFE SKILLS EVERY TEEN SHOULD KNOW BEFORE LEAVING HOME!-> The perfect gift for teens and young adultsCongratulations, you’re a young adult. But… Are you ready to leave home? Do you have the skills to live independently?Chances are, you don't know everything you need to know yet. That's ok! We weren't born knowing how to cook or manage our money, and many of these skills are never taught in school.In today's world, you need more than just good grades to get by. You need life skills.Life skills are the skills that we need to function in everyday life. They include things like cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and time management. Many of these skills are never taught in school, but they're essential for thriving in the real world.Without life skills, young adults can struggle when they leave home and have to fend for themselves.This book will teach you 100 everyday life skills to make adulthood easier. By the time you're finished reading, you'll be ready to take on anything!So whether you're getting ready to finish school and head off to college, or you're already out in the real world, this book is for you. It's never too late to learn!In Life Skills for Young Adults, you'll learn how to:manage your money wiselysave for your futurecook simple and delicious mealsfind and apply for your first jobkeep your living space clean and organizeddeal with stress and anxietystay fit and healthy, and so much more.Life Skills for Young Adults is your essential guide to learning the skills you need to survive and thrive in the real world. If you like simple, practical, and real-world advice, you'll love this book.So what are you waiting for? It's time to start learning the skills you need to be a successful adult. Read more

A collection of seventy-two poems written especially for girls ages twelve and up by the much-honored and beloved poet Naomi Shihab Nye. "A lovely, rich collection that promises to be a lasting companion for young writers."—School Library Journal (starred review)First love, friendship, school, family, community, having a crush, loving your mother and hating your mother, sense of self, body image, hopes and dreams . . . these seventy-two poems by Naomi Shihab Nye—written expressly for this collection—will speak to girls of all ages. An honest, insightful, inspirational, and amazing collection. "A wide age range will respond to these deeply felt poems about everyday experiences, which encourage readers to lean eagerly into their lives and delight in its passages."—ALA Booklist (starred review). An introduction by the author is included. Read more

Help your teen better manage social anxiety, make more friends, and feel more comfortable in social situations. Discover fun and easy-to-grasp social skills tailored for today’s teen!Does your teen avoid eye contact, stay silent in group settings, or cling to their phone?Are they finding it hard to make new friends and constantly dealing with social anxiety, despite trying all the usual advice with no success?And how often have you heard "I'm fine" or "I don't feel like going" or "I'll be fine on my own" when you know they're struggling with social anxiety?Imagine if they could replace those words with social skills to boost their self confidence and comfort…Picture them stepping into social situations more comfortably and building meaningful connections. and friendships.Wouldn't it be amazing to see them finally be themselves and enjoy their social life?The Essential Social Skills Handbook for Teens is your guide to making this a reality.Here's a sneak peek of what you'll discover:The 1 sentence overhaul that can skyrocket their conversational impact, making listeners hang on every word.An exercise SO Powerful, EVEN the U.S. Navy Seals unit uses it to remain calm under pressure.The 2-minute daily ritual that's designed to boost self-esteem and prepare your teen for social challenges.The 8 magic phrases that can defuse tension, win friends, and influence peers in any setting.The hack to decode the language of emotions: Understand triggers and responses to sculpt rewarding interactions.How to navigate common teen pitfalls with grace: From FOMO to online echo chambers, be prepared and proactive.How to maximize digital platforms for genuine connections, while building defenses against cyber pitfalls.Free goal setting and planning templates to smash those social skills goals.And so much more…This isn’t about changing who they are but helping them become the best version of themselves. Our guide gives your teen the tools to feel confident and comfortable in social settings, all on their own terms.We know that one-size-fits-all advice doesn’t work. That’s why our book offers personalized social skills strategies that fit different teen experiences. It’s not just advice; it’s a practical roadmap to your teen’s social success.Designed with today’s teens in mind, this guide is engaging, relatable, and easy to read. Each section is packed with tips and tricks they can use right away.Life can be a great teacher, but having a guide can make the journey smoother. This book is that guide, offering insights and exercises to help your teen navigate social situations with confidence.Ready to see your teen blossom and handle social challenges with ease? Click "Add to Cart" and kickstart their journey to social success today! Read more

*This preorder serves as a placeholder. The date is not set and will be modified*The 3rd book in the Boys of Hawthorne Asylum/BOHA series. Read more

They Called Me 299-359 is an anthology of poetry and essays written, edited, and compiled by incarcerated youth who are Free Minds Book Club members, held both at the DC Jail and in adult federal facilities across the country. Through moving personal testimony, these young writers explore the challenges and pain of incarceration as well as family, forgiveness, redemption, and dreams. Their book is used as a tool for violence prevention and healing in the Free Minds initiative “On the Same Page,” and is also taught as part of college curricula at several universities. This 10th anniversary edition includes updated forewords from Free Minds poet ambassadors as well as from award-winning formerly incarcerated poet Reginald Dwayne Betts. Read more

Teens often hear about other teens who get into trouble with the law. But they’re seldom asked what they think should happen next and why. A unique introduction to the juvenile justice system, They Broke the Law—You Be the Judge: True Cases of Teen Crime invites teens to preside over a variety of real-life cases.They meet Adam, who makes a threat in school; Erica, who assaults another student and uses marijuana; and more young people who commit crimes and are caught. Like a judge, readers learn each teen’s background, the relevant facts, and the sentencing options available. After deciding on a sentence, they find out what really happened—and where each offender is today.Along the way, readers learn Judge Jacobs’ concerns about each case, reflect on probing questions, and discover that they can’t jump to conclusions. Teens (and teachers) who want more can find role-playing ideas and scenarios related to the stories available as free downloads.Thought-provoking and eye-opening, this book is for all teens who want to know more about the juvenile justice system and the laws that pertain to them and their peers. Read more

What is genocide? Why does it happen? What can be done to prevent it from happening again?At the end of the Second World War, with the establishment of the United Nations, the holding of the Nuremberg Trials and the adoption of the Genocide Convention, the international community assured itself that genocide would never happen again. But never again has become a meaningless phrase.This book asks why. It also asks, what is genocide? Where has it happened in the past? Who is being threatened by genocide today? And what can we do to prevent this terrible crime from recurring?Providing an overview of the history of genocide worldwide, this revised, expanded edition helps readers answer these questions. It brings them up to date with recent events―the killing of the Rohingya in Myanmar, the persecution of the Uyghurs in China, the broader recognition of the genocide of Indigenous Peoples, the resurgence of fighting in Darfur, and the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East. It examines and elucidates the debates and controversies surrounding the use of the term genocide as well as the reasons for the common response by individuals, governments and the United Nations ― denial. Key Text Featuresannotated resourceschaptersdefinitionsexplanationfactsfurther informationfurther readingheadingshistorical contextillustrationsindexmapsidebarstable of contentstimeline Read more

In a dystopian world where faith becomes a battleground, courageous 16-year-old Raya, skilled in hand-to-hand combat, takes a stand against secret government agents kidnapping minorities for a sinister brainwashing program.Follow Raya in this thrilling yet dark second installment of the Chosen Trilogy as she realizes a true nightmare...the Transcendent Reculturing Program.Captured by ruthless Syndicate soldiers, Raya finds herself face to face with a true nightmare…the TRP.Upon arrival, she discovers that the Transcendent Reculturing Program is not a program at all, but one of many prisons hidden throughout the United States to legally re-indoctrinate mental slavery. On top of this, Raya is reeling from a significant loss, and she finds little will to live. That is until she meets Mateo, who encourages her to pull on her faith to survive the torments the Program has in store for her. Knowing that no one is coming for them, Mateo and others want to execute an escape plan with Raya's help. Can Raya find the strength within herself to overcome the Program, or will it be too much to bear? If you enjoyed the first book in the Chosen Trilogy, then you'll love the second installment as Raya discovers true courage within herself. Read more

A comprehensive mindfulness program to help teens understand and channel anger into healthy expressions of creativity, advocacy, and empowerment.Sometimes you just feel pissed off, and that’s okay. Maybe you missed a deadline in school, flunked a test, didn’t get invited to a party, or feel angry about something you saw on the news or online. We’ve all been there. It’s impossible to go through life never feeling angry. But what if, instead of letting your anger take control, you were able to harness it in constructive ways? This book will show you how.With this guide, you’ll find powerful mindfulness tools to help you listen to your anger, connect with your core values and goals, and make positive changes that will truly empower you. Instead of resorting to outbursts, you’ll learn to channel the incredible energy of your anger into self-advocacy, social action, and productivity. You’ll also find stories from other teens just like you who’ve successfully redirected their anger into creating positive change.If you’re ready to change your relationship with anger and transform it into fuel for change and creative possibility, this book will guide you, every step of the way. Read more

This globe-spanning history of sugar is "an epic story on a broad canvas that never loses sight of individual moments of human drama; a historical methodology infused with political, intellectual, cultural, and social strands; a complex sequence of cause and effect; an illuminating synthesis of primary and secondary sources; and a thoughtful marriage of words, picture, and design." (Horn Book starred review)Here is the story of how one product allows us to see the grand currents of world history in new ways. Using songs, oral histories, maps, and over 80 archival illustrations, Marc Aronson and Marina Budhos put a human face on this vast pageant. Time line, source notes, bibliography, and index included.The history of sugar runs like a bright band from religious ceremonies in India to Europe’s Middle Ages, then on to Columbus, who brought the first cane cuttings to the Americas. Sugar caused the loss of countless lives, but it also planted the seeds of revolution that led to freedom in the American colonies, Haiti, and France.Cane, not cotton or tobacco, drove the bloody Atlantic slave trade and took the lives of countless Africans who toiled on vast sugar plantations under cruel overseers. And yet the very popularity of sugar gave abolitionists in England the one tool that could finally end the slave trade. Sugar moved, murdered, and freed millions; sugar changed the world. Read more

What the Heart Knows: Chants, Charms, and Blessings is a collection of poems to provide comfort, courage, and humor at difficult or daunting moments in life. It conjures forth laments, spells, invocations, chants, blessings, promises, songs, and charms. Here are pleas on how to repair a friendship, wishes to transform one’s life or to slow down time, charms to face the shame of a disapproving crowd, invocations to ask for forgiveness, to understand the mysteries of happiness, and to bravely face a dark and different world. These words help us remember or grieve; they bolster courage and guard against evil; they help us celebrate and give thanks. This elegant gift book also includes a red ribbon for readers to mark their favorite poems.Poet extraordinaire Joyce Sidman won the Newbery Honor Medal for Dark Emperor and Other Poems of the Night and continues to write poetry for children that has been called "fresh," "inspiring," and "accessible" to her young audience. She is intrigued by the idea of "words of power"—chants and charms that were once believed to have real influence in everyday life. Caldecott Honor-winning Pamela Zagarenski's beautiful art captures a world of emotion and the essence of Sidman's words. Read more

Are you tired of not being able to control your anger? Do you face a hard time when it comes to managing your anger? Are you tired of blowing up at people?We all are familiar with anger. It’s one of our reactions to situations. Everyone gets angry, and it’s just like every other emotion in our body. Just as we feel happy, sad, anxious, emotional, joyful, fearful, disgusted, we can also feel angry.Learning to control your anger is critical to your physical, mental and emotional health as well. Many of the anger management books that I’ve come across don’t address the problem at the core. They instead attempt to address the symptoms. This book will give you a fresh perspective on what anger is, where it comes from, and provide powerful, practical methods that will show you how to control anger - the right way!The tools you will learn in this book can help no matter what your situation is.Who this book is for:Anyone who wants to remove self-damaging thinking to feel great and achieve more.Anyone who wants to stop feeling out of controlAnyone who wants to enjoy better relationships with friends and partnersAnyone who wants to know how to control anger outburstsAnyone who wants to know the best ways to deal with angerAnyone who does not understand why they are so angryAnyone who wants more empathy and skills to work with angry family, colleagues, or friends.In this book, we will explore why it’s essential to learn and practice anger management techniques. Not only for relieving improving your relationships and feeling better but also for improving your physical health. You will find simple solutions that work!This book will teach you::How our mind affects our body?What are emotions?What is anger?What is the true cost of anger, and why should you care?Why do you get angry?How to express your angerHow to manage your angerWhat are the best anger management strategies?How do I deal with people who are always angry?How do I deal with an angry spouse or family member?And much more!!When you apply the techniques taught in this book, you will be able to stop your anger in its tracks, and you will learn to be a much happier person.You deserve to live a happier, healthier, and longer life because your emotional and mental health doesn’t just impact how you feel. It affects your physical health and your ability to make and keep relationships. Your anger issues doesn’t have to continue to keep you from living your life to the fullest. It’s time to tear down your current way of thinking and rebuild thought patterns that contribute to your life in constructive ways.Grab your copy now! Read more

Imagine yourself sucked through a wormhole.Could you thrive on a far-off planet?Antuna understands her multi-insect colony must work together to flourish.She knows the secret to survival.But what happens when evil forces corrupt her world?Antuna and her unlikely bee, spider, and termite pals face struggles between instinct and intelligence, and altruism versus aggression.Can diversity triumph over discrimination, and inclusiveness trump segregation?This is an allegory for modern times, where innocents are attacked by those seeking power,when the joy of friendship is eclipsed by the horrors of war.Can Antuna save her friends from impending doom?Find out now!Antuna's Story is an award-winning young adult book that appeals to all ages. Here are some of the awards it has won:** Readers' Favorite International Book Awards - Gold Medal: Young Adult Sci-Fi **** Entrada Incipere Awards - First Prize: YA Science Fiction (clean) **** Firebird International Book Awards - First Prize: New Fiction **** The Wishing Shelf Book Awards - Finalist: Young Adult/Teen **** Chanticleer International Book Awards - Top YA Fiction Series & Finalist for Best Genre Fiction Series **Some words reviewers have used to describe Antuna's Story:absolutely riveting, accessible, action-packed, adventuresome, amazing, amusing, appealing, astounding, balanced, beautiful, blew-me-away, brilliant, brims with wordplay, captivating, charming, clever metaphor, compelling, creative, daring, definite winner, deep introspection, deft, delightful, descriptive, different, elaborate, elegant, eloquent, emotional, enchanting, endearing characters, engaging, engrossing, enjoyable, entertaining, enthralling, enticing, epic, executed flawlessly, expansive, extraordinary, eye-opening, fantastic, fantasy with heart and depth, far-reaching creation, fascinating, fast-paced, fresh, full-immersion, funny, great characters, great read, gripping, groundbreaking, 100% heartfelt, heart-warming, heart-wrenching, highly-imaginative, hilarious, humorous, immersive, impressive, incredible, ingenious, insightful, inspiring, intellectually stimulating, intricate, intriguing, Kafkaish, keeps you on the edge of your seat, literary gem, loved it, magical, magnetizing, masterful, meaningful, mesmerizing, metaphorical, meticulous, mind-bending, must-read, original, outstanding, novel to savor, pensive, perfect pacing, playful, poignant, powerful punch, praise-worthy, profound, proverbial breath of fresh air, punny, quirky, a rare find, reflective, relatable, resonating, richly portrayed, a romp, rich, satisfying, significant, skillful, sophisticated, a standout, 10-stars, super-entertaining, surprising, suspenseful, terrific, terrifying, thought-provoking, thorough page-turner, thrilling, timeless tale, to be savored, treasure trove, touching, tugs at your heartstrings, twists and turns, unexpected ending, unique, uplifting, unusual, versatile, vibrant, vivid, well-crafted, whimsical, wise, witty, wonderful.And with comments like soon-to-be a bestseller, one-of-a-kind-read, will have you spellbound, and deserves to be on the shelf with Animal Farm, it's a book worth looking into. Read more