Heath loves Cathy, Cathy loves Heath - it has always been that way since high school and all through drama college. But since graduating, Heath's star is on the rise in the theatre scene, and except for her Wylde girl perfume commercial, Cathy is in his shadow. When she decides to move to the city to audition for film roles, charismatic film director Edgar Linton offers her a role and his heart. Heath is determined not to lose her; Edgar is determined to have her. Catherine's choice may destroy them all. A 21st-century twist on Emily Bronte's classic novel, 'Wuthering Heights'.
The dictionary defines consumption as both the 'use of a resource' and 'a wasting disease'. This collection explores the different acts of self consumption a person can go through-sacrifice and selfishness, defeat and hubris. It's an unpacking of guilt for making the wrong choices; for contradictory compulsions; for complicity.
A spirited young woman from a family of Immortalis Vampires must choose between two loves, even if it means destroying a family dynasty or destroying her own heart. On the Moors stand two grand mansions belonging to two families, both ancient Sanguineous Immortalis - vampires. One of those families was mine.It began because we had to grow up.Heath and I had made a childhood pact; we would love each other for life.Edgar and I were suited - the life I should have was with him.My brother Hindley's hatred of Heath was boiling over.The choices we make could destroy us all.
"Smart writing, clever plotting, and an original, finely drawn, and relatable protagonist. Charming."--Graeme Simsion, bestselling author of The Rosie Project"A charming and original love story full of depth and characters you'll be rooting for."--Sophie Cousens, New York Times bestselling author of This Time Next YearKlara and Alex are having trouble connecting, but at least their calendars are in sync.Klara--who's always thought of herself as a little different, a sneaker in a world full of kitten heels and polished boots--is feeling a disconnect these days. She has type 1 diabetes, currently works in a dead-end job, and is in desperate need of a change. When her dad falls ill, Klara begrudgingly agrees to help run his small construction company while he recovers, even though it means moving back home and pushing the boundaries of her comfort zone to the extreme.Alex has been a shell of himself since his brother died in an accident. He's unemployed, has bills piling up, and is distant from friends and family. His therapist is encouraging him to keep things manageable by setting up a calendar, checking off tasks each day, and looking for work to help get him back on his feet. When an ad pops up for a carpenter position at a small construction company, he jumps at the chance to take a step forward.Klara's and Alex's stories unfold through a series of miscommunications in this clever and witty novel from debut author Ally Zetterberg that's about finding acceptance and even love in unexpected places.
" heart-warming, intelligent novel about finding your people." --Becky Alexander, author of Someone Like You Edith has Alzheimer's. The idea that she will someday forget her son, her life, even her self, plagues her constantly. So there is something important she must do beforehand: she has to find Sven, the love of her life she was supposed to meet on a bus bench twenty-seven years ago and run away with. Her son, Blade, is struggling to keep an eye on her. His mother's full-time caregiver, he resents the fact that he gave up most of his life to look after her. But what wouldn't he do for his mother? Track down her decades-old flame before her mind fails her? Sure, he can do that. Sophia is fiercely working to keep her business afloat. Her uncle left his flower shop to her and her brothers after he died, and she needs to show her family that the business is worth saving. So when an opportunity comes along that takes her all over Sweden, she can't say no. While Edith is desperately trying to hold on to her memories, she discovers friendship as she sits daily at the bus stop. While Blade is out looking for Sven, he learns to embrace his relationship with his mother more fully. While Sophia is fighting to keep her dream alive, she comes to terms with the therapies that were forced upon her in response to her autism diagnosis. Life is happening all around them, and like in life, there's always still good to be found.
When her flight to Bali crashes into the Australian bush, Lana Bates feels lucky to survive. But the danger is not over. Nearby gunshots send Lana and two other survivors fleeing for their lives - an over-friendly guy named Justin and possibly the rudest person she's ever met, Hyde. The three must rely on each other to survive the wilderness and remain hidden from unknown threats.But it's returning home that presents unexpected challenges. Lana attempts to navigate every day life, while coming to terms with the horrors of her ordeal. The relationships she formed in the wilderness are complicated, and so are everyday tasks like buying groceries. She's frustrated with her fragile mind and the only person who seems to understand is Hyde. But Hyde has secrets. Lana begins to doubt whether she can trust him. An ex-work colleague named Taylor takes her under her wing. The two of them battle their internal demons in an unexpected way - while having the time of their lives. But as Lana fights to overcome anxiety, she discovers her fear may be justified. The danger that lurked in the background is ready to finish what it started.
Akwa lives in an island paradise, in her village that worships the Earth and Sea goddesses. She lives in harmony with the deities until one night her father disappears, lost at sea. Hurt and angry, Akwa turns her back on the sea goddess, exposing the village to the rage of a powerful goddess. A disaster is sent to destroy everything Akwa loves, and in order to save the village, she must cross the island alone, facing dangers and challenges, in her search of long lost answers about who she is and what she must do to earn the Sea Goddess' favour once more.A heroine's journey, an adventure leaving the known comfortable village where Akwa lives, travelling through unknown territory to visit a wise woman, to help save her village.
Are you tired of all the "get rich quick" and "having it all" books out there? Do you feel that today's business books lack honesty and therefore inspiration? In a world full of Kardashians and fake reality shows this new book is a breath of fresh air. Who really defines success? How do we define it for ourselves? Chances are, it's not what you've been taught. While making money is a key goal for most, many women have come to realize that health, happiness, growth, and mentoring others are equally important in the overall equation of success; and that success rarely means the same thing for women as it does for men. With that in mind, 14 female entrepreneurs have come together to share their intimate success stories to inspire more women to take the steps toward financial independence and personal success. This book offers a unique point of view through the adventures, struggles, and joy these women experienced on their roads to success. Learn the truth about managing your own *happiness *learning from mentors *Shedding the myths of outward success *Caring for your business, your partners, and employees Learn from real women who've been in the trenches. The passion behind the stories These authors are passionate about supporting other women in business and in life. In this book they share that passion with you. Get inspired to redefine success for yourself, as these women share vulnerability, fears, mistakes, growth, and ultimately, success. What you will find in this book 14 women came together to share their journey to success in a very direct and honest way, in order to support other women and help them reach their full potential. The women in this book are talking about rising above sexual abuse, war, adoption, immigration hardships, depression and even leaving their family behind in order to stay true to themselves. It doesn't happen every day that women support each other by opening up publicly and share their less bright side of life and business in order to redefine success. This book is the perfect gift to any woman you know and care about. How the Book Came to Be Ayelet (Ally) Nathaniel, owner of Ally Nathaniel eBook Publishing Services, has been helping people get their dream book into print for years. Earlier this year, she approached Sarah Walton, owner of Love by Sarah Walton and Better Way to Start the Day, about combining the stories of several women to deliver a completely new kind of book: shared stories of real success by women who've been in the trenches. Tired of the many "get rich quick" schemes and thinly veiled direct marketing claims of "having it all," Ally and Sarah wanted to offer real stories of success and the truth about what success means to each woman individually. Together, they reached out to several women in their networks, and the final 13 came together. Each woman has written a chapter that tells her individual story of personal triumph, moments of grief, support, growth, and ultimately, success. This book aims to offer real-world examples of success, debunking the myth that success is only measurable by external markers. For each woman, success is defined differently, and usually through trial and error. In today's hectic world, filled with a false sense of urgency, panic, and the need to appear perfect, Redefining Success is a welcome breath of fresh air, filled with truth, heart, and inspiration. The book was edited by Sarah Walton and Ayelet Nathaniel. Scroll up and grab a copy today
Este libro ilustrado de ni os maravillosamente ilustrado es la ficci n realista, basada en la vida de la Madre Lupita, una protagonista mexicana. Comenz un orfanato en 1986 y ha salvado a m s de tres mil ni os de las calles solas de Nuevo Laredo. La madre Lupita dirige el orfanato en valores cristianos, construyendo el car cter de ni os e infundiendo moralejas. La atm sfera de la familia que crea hace el Orfanato Feliz de la Madre Lupita una historia inspiradora para ni os de todos los a os y todas las familias. Material del sobresueldo con lbum que presenta a la Madre real Lupita y los ni os.
Brianna was a simple girl, living an insignificant existence. Then without warning she was yanked from her world and held hostage on a remote island in the Pacific Ocean. At first, she assumed it was a mistake. But when she stumbled into an art gallery filled with women from various centuries, she realized that she really was the intended target. All the women in the portraits had one thing in common. They all had her face. In an alternative timeline, Brianna has been rescued from an obscure shed in the woods. A complete stranger has served as her savior but has since remained a mystery to her. Not ready to trust anyone, she has struggled with her dependence on this man and his friends. Somehow, he seemed to know about the group who took her hostage. Except he is coy about his involvement, claiming to have previously worked for them. He has assured her he was only there to help her get away. He even takes her to Australia to join the fight against her kidnappers. As she reflects on the experience of being held captive, she must now navigate the new world in which she has found herself. Desperate for answers, she tries to find clues about the powerful and connected cult that took her, the ones who will stop at nothing to prevent her freedom.
Come, gather round, and relish in the eloquence of the poetry of Guthema Roba. His simple yet profound words offer a powerful antidote to the challenges of our times. Dancing within moments of rigor and playfulness, love flows and grows through emptiness, surrender, and silence. Through this powerful prose and stunning images, may you be led deep into the magic, joy, and peace of your own heart. Join us on an ineffable journey of remembrance deep into the Song of Silence within you.
The book provides an accessible, comprehensive introduction for beginners to machine learning, equipping them with the fundamental skills and techniques essential for this field.It enables beginners to construct practical, real-world solutions powered by machine learning across diverse application domains. It demonstrates the fundamental techniques involved in data collection, integration, cleansing, transformation, development, and deployment of machine learning models. This book emphasizes the importance of integrating responsible and explainable AI into machine learning models, ensuring these principles are prioritized rather than treated as an afterthought. To support learning, this book also offers information on accessing additional machine learning resources such as datasets, libraries, pre-trained models, and tools for tracking machine learning models. This is a core resource for students and instructors of machine learning and data science looking for a beginner-friendly material which offers real-world applications and takes ethical discussions into account.The Open Access version of this book, available at http://www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license.
