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Girls Like Me is an inspiring picture book showcasing the many different careers that children can pursue. Follow the journey of a curly haired little girl as she explores a new role on every page, gaining the self confidence to become a future history maker. This easy to read story is designed to shape the future for readers and encourage them to begin exploring occupations at an early age.

For far too long, little black and brown boys have been made to feel inferior and unimportant. Unfortunately, they have been portrayed as stereotypes of what society believes they will grow up to be.

I'm a Little King is a short, rhythmic, and beautifully illustrated children's book for ages 2-7 aimed at improving the self-esteem and self-confidence of black and brown boys. It focuses on changing the negative perceptions and narratives many have been conditioned to believe regarding black and brown children. Filled with inspiring, encouraging, empowering, and positive affirmations, this book will help little black and brown boys remain true to themselves while showcasing their greatness.

For years, Federico García Lorca's lecture on duende has been a source of insight for writers and performers, including Ted Hughes, Nick Cave, Patti Smith, and Amanda Gorman.

Duende: Play and Theory not only provides a path into Lorca's poetics and the arts of Spain; it is one of the strangest, most compelling accounts of inspiration ever offered by a poet. Contrasting the demon called duende with the Angel and the Muse, Lorca describes a mysterious telluric, diabolical current, an irreducible it, that can draw the best from both performer and audience.

This new translation by Christopher Maurer, based on a thoroughly revised edition of the Spanish original of 1933, also included in this volume, offers a more accurate and fully annotated version of the lecture, with an introduction by eminent philologist José Javier León. Drawing on a deep knowledge of flamenco, and correcting decades of discussion about duende and its supposed origins in Spanish folklore and popular speech, León shows to what extent the concept of duende--understood as the imp of artistic inspiration--was the playful, yet deadly serious, invention of Lorca himself.

Lorca's bravura performance of duende is foreshadowed here with a bilingual version--the most complete ever--of his other major text on inspiration, Imagination, Inspiration, Evasion, in which he calls for greater freedom in poetry as if searching for duende and its constant baptism of newly created things.

★★★★★This is the book that should be getting all the hype. If you love dragons, dragon riders, fae, and high fantasy, you need to get this series!!!

I was born to ride dragons and no one can steal my fate...

Talia is half-fae. Wrong blood. Wrong ancestors. Wrong everything. She'll never be allowed to become a Mist Knight, the dragon riding warriors who defend the kingdom's wild north coast.

But when the noble female she squires for runs off with a bar keep, she decides to take the noble's place, risk death by fire, and sneak into the tournament that will name the next Mist Knight.

Full-blooded, noble, and second in command of the Mist Knights, Marius prides himself on living a strictly disciplined life. He has a plan: wed the commander's daughter and rise to his father-in-law's role, but only when the time is right. Marius never saw Tahlia coming...

Tahlia is determined to burn her way into the Mist Knights' world and take that handsome Marius along for the ride.

*This is not a standalone novel.

*Perfect for Fourth Wing fans, this shorter fantasy romance novel with rom-com vibes is an upper YA/NA novel with mature situations and language. No real spice yet, but book two will have a dash of it here and there.

Also-order Kingdom of Spirits, Bound by Dragons Book Two, today!

I am your ambassador to the outdoors, the Sportsman's consigliere representing our interests to the masses of uninformed and confused. A free-range outdoor nomad, I roam from the mountains to the sea, by whatever means necessary in search of adventure. I speak my mind, stand my ground, and stick up for the little guy. I wear flip-flops and a cowboy hat and run a backwater ghost named the Honey Badger. I am the Saltwater Cowboy. These are my stories.

Includes previews of two upcoming novels based on the adventures of Capt. Max Dean:

Beautiful Day - A fishing guide with a clandestine past is forced to confront a long ago tragedy and stop an escaped death row inmate from exacting revenge on himself and others. Beautiful Day follows Captain Max Dean from his home in Marco Island, Florida, to the swamps of Southern Mississippi in this tale of adventure on and off the high seas.

DEAD RIVER - What if the epicenter of the Covid pandemic wasn't Wuhan, China, but Fort Myers, Florida, and the symptoms weren't flu like but were neurological? Imagine the carnage should sixty percent of the population be under varying degrees of psychosis. When a virus spawned from the toxic blue-green algae bloom in the form of a neurotoxin, the Upper Caloosahatchee Waterway became a DEAD RIVER.

In this whimsical journey, Timothy's tub becomes a portal to magical worlds where he befriends mighty dinosaurs, gallant knights, and swashbuckling pirates. Each page brims with adventure, laughter, and a sprinkle of wonder, making every bath a new opportunity for exploration and fun!

Perfect for young dreamers and curious minds, Tales from the Tub will captivate readers and inspire imaginative play. So grab your rubber ducky and prepare to embark on a delightful journey that turns every bath into a story worth telling! Dive in and let the adventures begin!

A fast-paced and gripping romantasy! This is the book that will cure your Fourth Wing hangover and give you everything you love about dragon riders, fae magic, and grumpy book boyfriends. -Tessonja Odette, author of the Entangled with Fae series

Her life, or her love. Tahlia can't have both.

When Tahlia's commander dies under mysterious circumstances, the only suspect is... Wait for it-their new commander.

Fantastic.

If Tahlia accuses her without proof, she'll lose everything. Including her soul-bonded dragon.

To make matters worse, something is wrong with her handsome and perfectly grouchy captain. Marius won't meet her gaze, and he won't utter one word about the new commander.

Like, not a syllable. As if maybe he isn't able.

But Talia can't just walk away from him. This is Marius we are talking about. He is about to set off on some secret mission, and she can't let him go alone when he has that creepy, clouded look in his eyes. Especially with the fate of the dragon riders resting in such dangerous hands.

Dark magic and evil forces are rising in Kingdom of Spirits, and Tahlia is determined to uncover the truth. Even if it means risking her life.

This fantasy rom com is NOT a standalone! Check out Bound by Dragons Book One for Talia and Marius's first encounter.

***This series is upper YA/NA and contains mature language and situations. There is a dash of spice here and there on the page.

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In this whimsical journey, Timothy's tub becomes a portal to magical worlds where he befriends mighty dinosaurs, gallant knights, and swashbuckling pirates. Each page brims with adventure, laughter, and a sprinkle of wonder, making every bath a new opportunity for exploration and fun!

Perfect for young dreamers and curious minds, Tales from the Tub will captivate readers and inspire imaginative play. So grab your rubber ducky and prepare to embark on a delightful journey that turns every bath into a story worth telling! Dive in and let the adventures begin!

Let's take a walk to Tigertail Beach on magical Marco Island, Florida, where wonderful treasures emerge from the sea. We'll find beautiful seashells of all shapes and sizes on the shore...and in the trees?

In this exciting adventure, you'll learn the legend behind the seashell trees of Tigertail Beach, how to identify beautiful shells, and some fun facts about Marco Island's history, landscape and environment. It's a Marco Island shell-ebration!

Charlie, the Little Dog with Courage and Spunk is a story about a little dog's adventures in her neighborhood. Many may say, another dog story, but this is a true story worth telling. Readers of all ages will enjoy the adventures of Charlie, the little Jack Russell, and with a bit of imagination, will understand what the little animals are saying.

This year, she's dreaming of more than just toys under the tree. As a winter storm rages, will her wish come true? Join Holly in this touching tale of love, family, and the true magic of Christmas.

A Knight's Tale meets Fourth Wing in this new romantasy series!

★★★★★This is the book that should be getting all the hype. If you love dragons, dragon riders, fae, and high fantasy, you need to get this series!!!

I was born to ride dragons and no one can steal my fate...

Tahlia is half-fae. Wrong blood. Wrong ancestors. Wrong everything.

She'll never be allowed to become a Mist Knight-a dragon riding warrior who defends the kingdom's wild north coast.

But when the noble female she squires for runs off with a barkeep, she decides to take the noble's place, risk death by fire, and sneak into the tournament that will name the next Mist Knight.

Full-blooded, noble, and second in command of the Mist Knights, Marius prides himself on living a strictly disciplined life. He has a plan: wed the commander's daughter and rise to his father-in-law's role, but only when the time is right.

Marius never saw Tahlia coming...

Tahlia is determined to burn her way into the Mist Knights' world and take that handsome Marius along for the ride.

*This shorter fantasy romance with a grumpy-sunshine romance and rom-com vibes is an upper YA/NA novel with mature situations and language. No real spice yet, but book two will have a dash of it here and there.

Also-order Kingdom of Spirits, Bound by Dragons Book Two, today!

Librarians, educators, and book retailers will find this book a must-have addition to their collections-not only because it is based on a true story, but also because it offers valuable lessons wrapped in a fun and engaging narrative. The story introduces Officer Holt, a seasoned police officer known for his skill in handling dangerous situations. When an unusual call about a mischievous monkey on the loose in a Miami-Dade neighborhood comes in, Officer Holt faces a unique challenge: catching the elusive monkey while ensuring the safety of the residents.

Young readers will learn about teamwork and friendship as Officer Holt enlists the help of a squad of neighborhood kids, each on their bikes, to assist in the monkey-catching mission. Together, they showcase the power of collaboration, resourcefulness, and community spirit.

What makes this story even more special is its real-life inspiration. Author Charlie Holt draws from his own experiences as a retired deputy and detective with the Miami-Dade Police Department, making the tale both authentic and relatable. The monkey case that inspired this book highlights how unexpected situations can bring people together for a common purpose.

Furthermore, this book fosters positive relationships and subtly reinforces the importance of strong police-community bonds. It's not just entertaining; it's also a valuable resource for teaching children about safety, friendship, and cooperation. Whether placed in school libraries, public libraries, or personal collections, this book promises adventure, heartwarming moments, and valuable life lessons.

Join Officer Holt and the Kids Patrol as they chase down a mischievous monkey, and discover the magic of working together to keep their community safe.

Other works by Charlie Holt include There's a Spider in My Sink! (2022) and Why Bats Hang Upside Down and How the Apache Got Fire (2023), both of which have captivated young readers. His engaging storytelling and relatable characters make his books stand out in the world of children's literature.

After his long exile in France and Argentina following the Spanish Civil War, Rafael Alberti's final home in exile was Rome, where he wrote Roma: Peligro para caminantes (Rome: Pedestrians Beware). There, Romulus and Remus sneak down to the Tiber to suckle on feral cats, a jack of all trades pisses on the poet's shoes, whistling as he walks away, and in the Campo de' Fiori the poet compares sonnets with the wandering spirit of Giuseppe Gioachino Belli, all in the shadow of the glory of Rome's imperial ruins.

Two suites of sonnets open and close the book, while in between, Alberti displays masterful poems in metered and free verse, rhyming couplets, and a numbered series of short poems. The blending of classical tradition with post-modern echoes the darkness and luminosity that exist within the poems, tinged with longing, nostalgia, love, as well as hope. In the end, the Eternal City is a refuge for Alberti: I left for you all that I once held dear. / Oh Rome, my sorrow pleads, hold out your hands / and give me everything I left for you.

This unique trilingual edition features exquisite and nuanced translations in English and Italian from the original Spanish by Anthony Geist and Giuseppe Leporace alongside visually evocative photographs of Rome by Adam Weintraub. Readers will want to take this poetic walk in Rome since what sometimes elicits caution, an aspect of danger, also becomes a destination for discovery.

Boys Like Me can do anything they set their minds to. Follow the journey of a curly haired little boy as he explores a new role on every page, gaining the self confidence to become a future history maker. This inspiring and easy to read picture book is designed to shape the future for readers and encourage them to begin exploring occupations at an early age.

This year, she's dreaming of more than just toys under the tree. As a winter storm rages, will her wish come true? Join Holly in this touching tale of love, family, and the true magic of Christmas.

What is intuition and where does it come from? How does it interact with making and viewing art and how can it be encouraged?

These are questions raised by the Patricia Paxson within the pages of Art and the Un-thought Process, here you'll find a renewed look at these haunting questions...

From brief overviews of both Sigmund Freud's and Jacques Lacan's work relating to the unconscious mind within the general area of 'healing' patient's minds, we move to an entirely new orientation of the idea of the unconscious as developed and discussed by Anton Ehrenzweig in the late 1960's.

Introducing Female Led Relationship: The Couple's Guide to Female Dominance and Male Submission - a provocative and empowering guide designed exclusively for couples who desire to explore the depths of passion, connection, and fulfillment in a female-led relationship. Are you ready to unleash your true potential and surrender to a love that transcends boundaries? Then read on, my friend, as I reveal the tantalizing secrets within these pages that will forever change your perception of romance and desire.

Within Female Led Relationship: The Couple's Guide to Female Dominance and Male Submission, you'll embark on a transformative journey that will strip away societal norms and unleash the true power of surrender. Let's face it, the modern man yearns for more than just conventional relationships. He craves a connection that delves into uncharted territories, where trust, adoration, and submission intertwine seamlessly. This book is your passport to a world where passion ignites, boundaries dissolve, and fulfillment reigns supreme.

Picture this: Your heart racing as you enter a realm where your partner radiates confidence and control, where her desires are the compass guiding your every move. In Female Led Relationship: The Couple's Guide to Female Dominance and Male Submission, you'll learn the essential principles of living in a loving female-led relationship, empowering both you and your partner to embrace your authentic selves. Unleash the power of vulnerability and witness the profound love that blossoms when you surrender control, allowing her to take the lead.

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For a long time, little black and brown girls were made to feel inferior and undervalued. This book showcases black and brown girls as beautiful, intelligent, ambitious, and proud! This book was written as an outlet to allow young black and brown girls to shine and rejoice in the history that made them who they are.

I'm a Little Queen is a rhyming, positive affirmation book for young black and brown girls designed to help them build self-assurance, self-confidence, and the self-esteem they need to defeat any harmful ideas and notions presented or encountered.