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Stephanie Williams's Olga's Story is the moving account of a woman's life lived at the heart of the twentieth century.Olga Yunter was born in July 1900 in a remote frontier post in southern Siberia. A girlhood played out against the backdrop of the China trade changed forever, when, at seventeen, Olga joined her brothers in their fight against the Bolsheviks. Death and retribution followed. Olga was forced to flee to China, rubies sewn into her petticoats. Twice more Olga would be forced to leave everything behind - first to escape Mao's Communists, and again when Japan invaded China during World War II. From the comfort of her family to the terror of revolution, war and exile, Olga's Story is the heartbreaking tale of the author's grandmother.'A heartbreaking story of disaster and survival through some of the worst conflicts and upheavals of our benighted age . . . moving and brilliant' Sunday Telegraph'A gripping and authentic narrative of a life that was at once ordinary and remarkable' TLSStephanie Williams has spent the last ten years piecing together her grandmother's story. A journalist and author of two works of non-fiction she lives in London.

Stephanie Williams's Running the Show is a brilliant look at the men and women of Empire.'May God forgive us for our sorry deeds and for our glorious intentions'Who were the men governing the Empire in the nineteenth century?How were they chosen and controlled? Were they sane or mad?And why did they do it?From Fiji to the Falkland Islands, from Malaysia to Australia and South Africa, from Lagos to Ottawa, ordinary British men and women, with no training, were dispatched to strange places, among strange people and faced unimaginable conditions. Some started wars. Others fought disease, injustice and slavery. Many died or went mad. Running the Show, drawing on vast unpublished sources, reveals the day-today lives, griefs and triumphs of governors at the height of the British Empire as they struggled to make sense of their charges and, frequently, themselves.'An amusing and lively book, stuffed full of anecdotes and interesting titbits' Amanda Foreman, New StatesmanStephanie Williams was born in Canada, the daughter of an army officer. Her mother was born in China, to an Englishman and a young Russian refugee who had escaped the brutality of the Bolshevik revolution. Stephanie grew up moving constantly across Canada, Europe and the United States, before taking a degree in history at Wellesley College, Massachusetts and becoming a London-based journalist. When perestroika came to Russia it was possible to begin to investigate the truth of her Russian grandmother's tumultuous past. Researching and writing Olga's Story took ten years.

A colourfully illustrated picture book about a young girl who tries to engage her busy parents in playtime, That's Nice, Dear is a humourous 32-page story about Zoe. Full of descriptive language, That's Nice, Dear takes you on a journey through Zoe's toy-box and all her friends within, including a ferocious t-rex and a cutlass carrying pirate.Zoe is relentless in seeking their attention but her efforts continually fall short with her parents' only response being the phrase, "That's nice, dear." Zoe's cheeky attitude is evident when she gives her parents a taste of their own medicine.A relatable story for both imaginative children and busy parents alike, That's Nice, Dear - the perfect choice for a bedtime story

The country is at war. Your boyfriend is about to be taken for the draft. Sent far away to an unknown country, Vietnam. The government is heedless of protest. I am seventeen years old. Newly arrived at smart Wellesley College. It is 1966, the eve of a convulsive time. Hillary Clinton lives across the hall. Henry Kissinger and John Kenneth Galbraith are teaching at nearby Harvard. I am in a crucible of clever young women, demure, conservative and gently-reared; a tiny and elite minority of girls. Back then a mere 7.4% of women went to university. We are coming of age in a place where birth control for single women is illegal.This is the story of how the Vietnam war, racial strife and the birth of women's liberation fundamentally changed our lives, leading us to grow into very different women than the ones we were expected to become.During the pandemic, I worked with three close friends to record this story, sharing letters, diaries, and memories. The result is vivid, detailed and true. now is the time for all good men to

An all-new original graphic novel starring Marvel's Lunella Lafayette (Moon Girl) and her pet dinosaur! Just in time for the debut of her original Disney TV show, Lunella Lafayette – aka the smartest person in the Marvel Universe – gets her own original graphic novel! When a rad-skating band of thieves start going wild, it's up to Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur to take to the streets and put a stop to their crime spree - while making sure to bust a few sweet moves along the way! But can Lunella balance fighting crime AND training with her all new, all awesome derby team - especially when it turns out that team might be up to no good? Set against the backdrop of her vibrant Lower East Side community, this hilarious graphic novel with a diverse cast of characters will be a hit with kids everywhere. Perfect for Marvel fans Empowering role model for all the aspiring 'supergirls' out there Fun, jam-packed adventure that kids will love

From acclaimed writer Stephanie Williams (Nubia & The Amazons, Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: Wreck and Roll, The Raven Boys graphic novel adaptation) and rising comic artist Asiah Fulmore (Amethyst: Princess Of Gemworld and Batman: The Brave and The Bold) comes a thrilling new limited series about family, identity, and the dangerous allure of who we used to be. A retired time thief risks everything to steal a vintage gaming console for her son, accidentally reawakening dangerous forces that could collapse all realities, forcing her to confront her past to save her family's future. Once upon a time, Savannah and Marcus were the most skilled temporal thieves in the business, slipping through history to acquire rare artifacts. That was before they settled down, had a son, and built a quiet life together. Ten years later, as their son Harper celebrates his birthday, Savannah questions whether suburban bliss is enough. When Harper's disappointment over a replica gaming console triggers memories of her former life, Savannah makes a decision that could jeopardize everything she and Marcus have built. Against her husband's knowledge and her best friend's warnings, Savannah steps back into the portal for "one last job" - a simple mission to retrieve an original gaming console from the past. But nothing stays simple for long in a business where time is money.

Stroll along Sesame Street and join Bert, Ernie, Abby Cadabby, and more of your favorite furry friends in adventures for readers of all ages with this hardcover edition of Sesame Street: Bert & Ernie's Spring Cleaning Flowers are blooming and the sun is shining--it's Spring As the residents of Sesame Street prepare for the annual community Swap Meet, Ernie is having a hard time finding things to give away. Join him and his friends as they learn how great it feels to give to others and make room for new adventures

What professional skills are needed to get you where you want to go? Are you meeting your targets?- Your professional development is your responsibility. Taking hold of it by defining your long and short-term goals can be scary. It can take a long time and a lot of thought, and you might start to get overwhelmed by the enormity of all the decisions, but that's alright. Effective Strategies for Human Service Professionals in a Client-based Setting is designed to assist you in thinking outside the box, while "staying within policy".- Its the perfect workbook for best practices, and refresher training. - I have compiled some helpful strategies to assist you in getting focused and staying on track concerning your career goals as a Professional.- Stephanie Williams, MHS is the Founder and Organizer of an Atlanta based Non-profit organization; Build2Bridge Inc. Build 2 Bridge is bridging the gaps in the community through resources. Build2Bridge Inc. assist Teachers, and their students who are educated in low-income areas. Stephanie has a growing passion for those that are serving in the community to ensure wellness and healthy habits.

Elena finds herself trapped in a world that does not allow her to be her true self. As she ventures through her father's bookshop and is required by her strict mother to work alongside him, instead she ventures into fantasy worlds, where she encounters many adventures and characters she never would have known possible. Each aspect of self becomes fully realized as Elena blends her own vision with real events.