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No matter how young, kids CAN make a difference Second in a series with this theme, this book follows teenaged Jessica as she completes 150 volunteer hours at her local animal shelter. And just like in the book Skip's Dog, Lola, Jessica falls in love with another special dog that she helps take care of. Will she get to keep the dog this time, or will she have to give it up to someone who needs him more? Come on this journey with Jessica as she finds out what it's like to volunteer at a local animal shelter run by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), where she learns to give of herself for only the satisfaction of serving. See how she falls in love over and over again with dogs in the shelter, where the goal is for the animals to be adopted into loving homes as soon as possible.
In "Jessica Unbound: Gaia," Jessica Chao is unwillingly drawn into a world torn apart by the effects of climate change. A world threatened by a formidable, and yet familiar, foe with extraordinary power. Jessica, together with a valiant group of allies, sets out on a dangerous mission to foil their dark scheme. Their plan: gaining total control over the countless dimensions of the multiverse itself.Jessica faces epic confrontations and cosmic upheavals while grappling with her own internal struggles. Here she confronts her greatest challenge yet: the survival of an entire world, and eventually the multiverse itself. This tests not only her resolve, but the strength of everyone around her. Which world does she choose to save? Who can she count on? And who does she ultimately lose?"Jessica Unbound: Gaia" is a blend of expansive universe-building, exhilarating action, and profound thematic depth. It strikes a chord with its exploration of loyalty, family ties, and the ramifications of unbridled scientific advancement. All set against a stark, post-apocalyptic canvas."Jessica Unbound: Gaia" promises an enthralling journey filled with valiant heroes, stunning vistas, and compelling quandaries. Embark on this adventure and let your imagination traverse the vast multiverse with Jessica and her devoted group. This is the tale for those seeking an exhilarating escape and a story that resonates with heart and mind.
Jessica had a deep affection for bells in all their forms. She delighted in the festive bells during Christmas, the ringing of a telephone, and the chime of a doorbell. To her, the sound of bells was the most pleasant sound one could experience, bringing her immense joy.
**Back-of-the-Book Summary: **Unveil the transformative journey of Jessica Lynn, one of Canada's most fearless voices in trans rights advocacy. From navigating a cis-centric world to spearheading trans education and activism, Jessicas relentless determination has reshaped educational policies and inspired global movements. Explore her role in building bridges between communities, handling personal sacrifices, and creating inclusive spaces for trans youth. Witness the compelling story of resilience and impact that transcends borders, ensuring Jessica Lynn's legacy continues to inspire future educators and advocates globally. Join her on this raw, unflinching journey of transformation, visibility, and empowerment.
'You wouldn't trust a stranger with your wallet. Or your house keys. So why your little girl, the most precious thing you have' Teresa's heart stops when she enters her daughter's bedroom to find that her sweet, trusting little girl is gone. Teresa can't bear to think who would snatch a terrified three-year-old from her mother in the middle of the night, but all the signs point to someone close to home. Hasn't Jessica's stepfather been acting a little oddly? Or is it, as Teresa is beginning to fear, something to do with Angie, her daughter's babysitter who lives next door...? Gentle, retired Angie - she must be lonely, with only her memories to keep her company in that big, old house. And she's always had a special connection with Jessica... was trusting Angie with her precious daughter the biggest mistake of Teresa's life? What do we really know about those who watch our children? Jessica's Promise is a compelling domestic drama for fans of Jodi Picoult, Lisa Wingate and Kerry Fisher. Readers absolutely love Jill Childs... 'Wow A big huge emotional and overwhelming WOW ... A heart-breaking and thought-provoking tale of a mother's overwhelming and all-encompassing love for her daughter. I honestly thought I knew where this story was going but a couple of twists had me fooled and then there's a huge, clever reveal that absolutely floored me. It's a rare and beautiful thing to be moved to tears by a story that also makes you reflect long after the book is finished... Loved it.' 5 stars, Off on a Tangent 'Oh. My. Gosh. Just trying to catch my breath... started reading this late yesterday and actually cancelled plans this morning to finish it. Excellent ' Goodreads reviewer 'I was completely hooked... This book was utterly impossible to put down Wow I read it from cover to cover in one sitting... truly an intense psychological thriller... from the very start to the shocking conclusion ' 5 stars, Goodreads reviewer
Jessica Oakes and the Stellabright Solution
Nicholas Christoforou
Independently Published
2018
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Jessica Oakes is a teenager with problems. She's dealing with her parents' divorce which has left her mother an emotional wreck and her father a feeble servant to his new wife. Her school life is no better because her goth friends have isolated themselves and branded the boy Jessica likes a chav. And her inexplicable failure to comprehend GCSE maths is threatening to destroy any remaining prospects she has. Just when it seems things can't get any worse, Jessica is contacted by a race of god-like aliens called the Stellabrights. They have decided humanity poses a threat to universal peace and must stand trial at their supreme court. One human, chosen at random, is permitted to give evidence in support of their species and Jessica Oakes is given that responsibility. If she fails, the Stellabrights will return the Earth to a copy they made 225,000 years before and our ancestors will have to evolve from cavepeople again. What Jessica doesn't know is that her extraterrestrial responsibilities are intricately linked with her personal problems. Was she really chosen at random to be the spokesperson of the human race? Are the people in her life really what they seem? And why has Jessica been given a hamster that turns into a dinosaur when only she looks at it? To put her life in order, Jessica must discover the amazing secret that lies within herself and travel across time and space to find the Stellabright Solution.
Danielle is a shy, sheltered, teenage girl from a conservative, middle American family. She's fresh from high school, with dreams of maybe becoming an actor or model, rather than stocking shelves, working in a factory, or becoming a nursing assistant as her mom and dad dictate.Jessica is a highly successful woman of the world who's heading for the big four-oh. She's college educated, owns homes, businesses, and buildings, traveling around the world doing work in the motion picture industry. She knows exactly who she is, and that includes being a girl who likes girls, not guys. At one point she had a girl in every port, but these days they've all run off to find their own place in the world or live with that "special someone" who Jessica has never desired or discovered.Danielle was raised on fairy tales, with Prince Charming and the big, white wedding where she's made a princess and lives happily ever after. That is until a few bad experiences with guys in high school show her the true nature of boys and that Prince Charming could easily turn out to be an ogre. Now she doesn't know which end is up, but she still has her dreams of maybe acting or modeling, since being someone's princess looks like something that is never going to happen.When an opportunity to travel to Los Angeles to visit her Aunt and Uncle presents itself, Danielle jumps at it, as her Aunt works for all the studios in Hollywood. Since Danielle did well in drama in high school, she decides to see if she can turn some of her dreams into reality with this trip.One fine summer day finds Danielle and Jessica standing on the same studio set. Jessica takes one look at Danielle and is instantly smitten, that is until she finds out how young this girl really is, and that she's related to a woman she works with on a regular basis. Jessica does, however, offer to help Danielle get started. Danielle decides to seek out Jessica's assistance. Together they take on the world, making Danielle's career actually take off. At the same time, Jessica's feelings for this beautiful, sexy, young girl grows and grows, as they go forth in the world platonically working together, until things come crashing to a meeting of the minds...Can Jessica win Danielle over without scaring her away, and is that the right thing to do? Will their differences break them apart or pull them together? Will each of them make their dreams and desires a reality, allowing them to live happily ever after?
The Mountain That Is Me: A Collection of Writings by Jessica Renee Norman
Jessica Renee Norman
Independently Published
2019
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While Jessica is careful with whom she will entrust her heart, she does not withhold compassion, empathy, and generosity. She loves without seeking attention, but her love does not lack in zeal. She protects the broken, befriends the forgotten, and cheers the disheartened. Until now, very few were invited to experience the depth of Jessica's heart, but now we invite you in, tread softly, and encounter The Mountain That Is Me.
Jessica, an ordinary young girl, is kissed by an angel which turns whomever she kisses into her slave. She, and Allen, her boyfriend, whom she refuses to kiss, along with Jackson, their friend in a band enter the underground afterlife to help Birdie, a six-year-old girl find her mother and father. In their adventures through many levels of Hell and Heaven, they interact with trolls, demons, devils, fairies, angels, and toads, as they search to find the way back to the land of the living.
Jessica can't wait to get riding when she arrives at Sunnyside Stables. She's always wanted to try western riding, and fiery, free-spirited Jewel, her pony for the week, is the perfect match for this. More exciting still, it turns out that they're all off on a trail ride and a camp out with a real cowboy. Yee-ha!Written in diary form, this is the eighth book in a brilliant series that is perfect for all pony-mad girls.
Jessica Swale's Blue Stockings is the empowering and surprising story of four young women fighting for their right to a university education in a world that assumed women belonged at home. First produced professionally at Shakespeare's Globe in 2013, and a sell-out success, it is now regularly performed by theatre groups in the UK and beyond, and widely studied by GCSE Drama students. This Page to Stage guide, written by the playwright, who also directed the first production at RADA, along with her assistant director Lois Jeary, is packed with contextual information, scene-by-scene and character breakdowns, and personal insights into the world of the play and the real lives that inspired it. An invaluable resource for those studying and staging the play, it takes you through the entire production process, considering each of the elements in turn, from sound and music to design and rehearsals. You'll also find notes from the original rehearsal process, extracts from working diaries, and interviews with key members of the creative team. Throughout, there are hints and tips on staging, and helpful games and exercises to bring the play to life on the stage and in the classroom. Highly accessible and uniquely authoritative, it is the indispensible guide for anyone studying, teaching or performing the play.
PM is a firm favourite amongst Primary Schools due to its reputation for reading success. Offering over 800 carefully levelled fiction and non-fiction books, PM builds confidence through gradual progression and step-by-step support.
Svetlana "Jessica" Sergeevna Gilkova finds little to call her own in Russia, 1946, except "a beautiful name," which she acquired from American cinema permitted during WWII, and a fashionable dress she buys for her twentieth birthday. Head-strong yearnings dare her to aspire to become a fashion designer despite Marxistsko-Leninskaya teaching that a comrade's dreams are not allowed. Captain Yuri Stanislov recruits Jessica and her friends among others for harvesting on the nationalized farms, and soon has designs of his own on Svetlana. As threats close in on her, Jessica strives to trust the traditional faith of her parents and Abbot Konstantin against the atheism of her generation.
Jessica Svetlana Gilkova discovers that pseudonyms are passportsto the world, poetry becomes the song of dissidents, and fashionis the language of freedom when the true self is denied. Drawninto the underworld of the Society of Poets by poet Alexsei, shebecomes suspicious of his carefree life. She finds mysterious missionsof dissidents caught in Cold War Russia threaten her hautecouture boutique in Leningrad, that repression forces people andrelationships to hide behind personas and facades.Meanwhile Viktor champions Jessica, a woman entrepreneur, while one of his stated desires is to obtain a fiery opal pendantformerly owned by the nobility. Overcoming denial and intrigue, she discovers he is a man with a mission
Francis has never had a friend like Jessica before. She's the first person he's ever met who can make him feel completely himself. Jessica has never had a friend like Francis before. Not just because he's someone to laugh with every day - but because he's the first person who has ever been able to see her ...Jessica's Ghost is a funny, moving and beautiful book by a master storyteller, about the power of friendship to shine a warm light into dark places.
Its Jessica's first day at school and she is very nervous. She hopes she will make new friends. She tries bringing different offerings to school in her large brown box in order to win friends. Her journey ends when she finally discovers her own magnificent self-worth.