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Mit dem Glade® eins Nachfüller hast du deinen Lieblingsduft immer griffbereit ? mit nur einer Duftkapsel für alle drei Glade® eins Geräte. Der hochkonzentrierte 10-ml-Nachfüller passt in das refillable room spray, sense &. spray® und touch &. spray und ermöglicht so flexible Frische im gesamten Zuhause. Jede kompakte Duftkapsel liefert bis zu 100 feine Sprühstöße und damit 2x mehr Sprühstöße als Glade® Duftsprays 300 ml. Ob Wohnzimmer, Schlafzimmer, Badezimmer oder Flur: Einfach den Nachfüller in das gewünschte Glade® eins Gerät einsetzen und langanhaltende Frische genießen.Ein Nachfüller für alle Glade® eins Geräte: Die Duftkapsel ist mit dem refillable room spray, sense &. spray® und touch &. spray kompatibel ? für flexible Frische im gesamten ZuhauseMini Kapsel, Mega Duft: Der hochkonzentrierte 10-ml-Nachfüller kombiniert ein kleines, platzsparendes Format mit einem starken, langanhaltenden DuftJede hochkonzentrierte 10-ml-Duftkapsel liefert bis zu 100 feine Sprühstöße f...

Mit dem Glade® eins Nachfüller hast du deinen Lieblingsduft immer griffbereit ? mit nur einer Duftkapsel für alle drei Glade® eins Geräte. Der hochkonzentrierte 10-ml-Nachfüller passt in das refillable room spray, sense &. spray® und touch &. spray und ermöglicht so flexible Frische im gesamten Zuhause. Jede kompakte Duftkapsel liefert bis zu 100 feine Sprühstöße und damit 2x mehr Sprühstöße als Glade® Duftsprays 300 ml. Ob Wohnzimmer, Schlafzimmer, Badezimmer oder Flur: Einfach den Nachfüller in das gewünschte Glade® eins Gerät einsetzen und langanhaltende Frische genießen.Ein Nachfüller für alle Glade® eins Geräte: Die Duftkapsel ist mit dem refillable room spray, sense &. spray® und touch &. spray kompatibel ? für flexible Frische im gesamten ZuhauseMini Kapsel, Mega Duft: Der hochkonzentrierte 10-ml-Nachfüller kombiniert ein kleines, platzsparendes Format mit einem starken, langanhaltenden DuftJede hochkonzentrierte 10-ml-Duftkapsel liefert bis zu 100 feine Sprühstöße f...

Glade eins refillable room spray, Halter + 3x Nachfüller, Relaxing Zen DER DUFT VON RELAXING ZEN: Das nachfüllbare Glade eins room spray bringt dir eine entspannende, leichte und aquatisch-florale Komposition für innere Harmonie und ruhige Energie. Ideal für wohltuende Frische in jedem Zimmer. FRISCHE, DIE ANHÄLT: Ein Sprühstoß sorgt für einen feinen Schub von frischer Luft. Das kraftvolle room spray bekämpft Gerüche überall – in Küche, Wohnzimmer und Badezimmer – und hinterlässt einen angenehmen Duft und spürbare Frische. GLEICHMÄSSIG FEINER NEBEL, 2X MEHR SPRÜHSTÖßE: Bis zu 100 Sprühstöße pro konzentrierter Nachfüllkapsel – 2x mehr als Glade Duftsprays 300 ml. Das Design sorgt für gleichmäßige Sprühstöße für eine zuverlässige Lufterfrischung. SO FUNKTIONIERT'S: Sprühkopf aufdrehen, Nachfüller einsetzen und drehen, bis Sprühknopf wieder einrastet. Zum Öffnen Druckpunkte gleichzetig an der Unterseite zusammendrücken, um den Boden zu lösen und 2. Nachfüller einzulegen. Boden wieder einklicken. LIEFERUMFANG: Dein Starter Set enthält 1x das refillable room spray (Gerät) und 3x Duftkapseln Pure Clean Linen mit je 13 ml. Glade eins Duftkapseln sind mit allen Glade eins Geräten kompatibel, einschließlich sense & spray und touch & spray.

4-Kanal-Verstärker Klasse A/B. 4 x 105 Watt RMS 4 Ohm. 2 x 300 Watt RMS 4 Ohm gebrückt. Abmessungen: 357 x 150 x 52 mm. Hohes Niveau mit Auto Sense.

The Late Sun asserts a balance between memorialisation of the recently dead and celebration of the vitality of the living. Early in the collection is a set of poems about the poet's mother, who died in great age after a life of exotic travel, and the poet's own travels, his sense of both place and displacement, are vibrantly explored in other pieces. The city where he lives - particularly, and somewhat unusually, in a sequence titled 'Smells of London' - provides many of the themes, but the civic glades and sparkling vistas of the Mediterranean are just as important, and the book adds up to an affirmation of international perspectives at a time when civilised values are increasingly threatened.

It's her funniest adventure yet! A few sessions with a college-age math tutor turn Judy into a jargon-spouting polygon princess. Crucial! Judy Moody is in a mood. Not a good mood. And definitely NOT a math mood. The substitute teacher in Class 3T thinks Judy's math skills need improving. So Judy has to start meeting with a math tutor. Does this mean flash cards? Does this mean baby games? Does this mean school on weekends? But when Judy meets her tutor — a sick-awesome college student with an uber-funky sense of style — and gets a glimpse of college life, Judy's bad math-i-tude turns into a radical glad-i-tude. Pretty soon, Judy's not only acing her math class; she's owning it. Time to say good-bye to Judy Moody, old skool third-grader, and say hello to Miss College! Small-tall upside-down backward non-fat capp with extra whip, anyone?

How can you reconcile yourself with the lives you will never lead, with possibilities foreclosed, and with nostalgia for lost youth? How can you accept the failings of the past, the sense of futility in the tasks that consume the present, and the prospect of death that blights the future? In this self-help book with a difference, Kieran Setiya confronts the inevitable challenges of adulthood and middle age, showing how philosophy can help you thrive. You will learn why missing out might be a good thing, how options are overrated, and when you should be glad you made a mistake. You will be introduced to philosophical consolations for mortality. And you will learn what it would mean to live in the present, how it could solve your midlife crisis, and why meditation helps. Ranging from Aristotle, Schopenhauer, and John Stuart Mill to Virginia Woolf and Simone de Beauvoir, as well as drawing on Setiya's own experience, Midlife combines imaginative ideas, surprising insights, and practical advice. Writing with wisdom and wit, Setiya makes a wry but passionate case for philosophy as a guide to life.

'Echo is a compulsive page turner mixing supernatural survival horror and pulp adventure' Paul Tremblay, author of A Head Full of Ghosts 'Hallucinatory, eerie and terrifying' Catriona Ward, author of The Last House on Needless Street 'Echo is a haunting contribution to the literature of folk horror' Ramsey Campbell 'The most frightening opening scene ever written' The Guardian It's One Thing to Lose Your Life It's Another to Lose Your Soul Travel journalist and mountaineer Nick Grevers awakes from a coma to find that his climbing buddy, Augustin, is missing and presumed dead. Nick's own injuries are as extensive as they are horrifying. His face wrapped in bandages and unable to speak, Nick claims amnesia - but he remembers everything. He remembers how he and Augustin were mysteriously drawn to the Maudit, a remote and scarcely documented peak in the Swiss Alps. He remembers an ominous sense that they were not alone. He remembers something waiting for them . . . Sam Avery wants to be glad that Nick is alive and coming home, but the accident has stirred up memories that Sam thought were long buried. Soon he realizes that it isn't just the trauma of the accident that haunts Nick. Something has awakened inside of him, something that endangers the lives of everyone around him . . . 'This is totally, brilliantly original' Stephen King, on HEX 'Creepy and girpping and original' George R. R. Martin on HEX 'Reminiscent of vintage Stephen King' John Connolly on HEX 'The next genre superstar' Paul Cornell

As parents we want to safeguard our children from the pressures and influences of the world, but also prepare them for age-appropriate realities. How do we find that balance? Jessica Smartt shares ways to be more aware, proactive, and protective, but also adventurous with our kids. A former English teacher and homeschooling mother of three, Jessica Smartt felt the weight of helping prepare her kids for life, seeking to raise her children with a sense of adventure, self-confidence, manners, faith, and the ability to use technology wisely. Let Them Be Kids is Jessica’s offering of grace and confidence to moms, providing practical ideas to meet the challenge of raising children. Part story, part guidebook, every chapter includes doable parenting strategies and encouragement for the journey, equipping moms with ways to provide a safe, healthy, Christ-centered upbringing for our children. Her well-researched, tested methods, woven together with her personal stories and witty humor, deliver wisdom on tough topics, such as: Managing technology and fostering creative playtime Balancing family time versus sports and extracurriculars How and why to let your kids be awkward Protecting innocence and purity Showing grace when kids disobey If you want to conquer fear and find the truth that transforms entire families, Let Them Be Kids will show you that it’s not only possible but essential to enjoy every special moment of building family values together. And it serves as a gentle reminder that, someday, you'll be very glad you did.

The Lord is dead. His grand estate is sentient. And enemy Fae are knocking at the door. 'A sweet and cosy romance. It made me want a faeland of my very own!' - Aliette de Bodard A sentient estate faces a succession crisis. But who will become its new Lord? Everyone knows who the magical estate will choose for its next ruler. Or do they? Will it be the Lord's eldest son, whom he despised? His favourite nephew, with the strongest magical land-sense? Or his scandalous daughter, who ran away from home years ago to study illusion Hetta knows it won't be her, and she's glad of it. Returning home for her father's funeral, all Hetta must do is survive the inevitable family drama - and avoid entanglements with irritatingly attractive locals - until the Choosing. Then she can leave. But whoever the Stariel estate chooses will have bigger problems than eccentric relatives. Winged, beautifully deadly problems. For the first time in centuries, the fae are returning to the Mortal Realm, and only the Lord of Stariel can keep the estate safe. The Lord of Stariel is the first book in the Stariel quartet, a romantic cozy fantasy series about fae, magical estates and complicated families, for fans of Sarah Beth Durst and Rebecca Thorne. * * * Readers have fallen for The Lord of Stariel: 'I absolutely, unequivocally loved this book . . . and there's nothing I love more than dry humour' 'Downton Abbey with faes . . . believable, likeable characters that defy tropes' 'I was captivated within the first few pages . . . I couldn't put the book down' 'Oh man, it was great . . . Highly recommended and I can't wait to dive into book two!' 'A writing style that is as clean and fresh as a mountain lake . . . have now bought all four books and they will be on permanent rotation'

Renting is a nightmare... Áine should be feeling happy with her life. She's just moved in with Elliot. Their new flat is in an affluent neighbourhood, surrounded by bakeries, yoga studios and organic vegetable shops. They even have a garden. And yet, from the moment they move in, Áine can't shake the sense that there's something not quite right about the place... It's not just the humourless estate agent and nameless landlord: it's the chill that seeps through the draughty windows; the damp spreading from the cellar door; the way the organic fruit and veg never lasts as long as it should. And most of all, it's the upstairs neighbours, whose very presence makes peaceful coexistence very difficult indeed. The longer Áine spends inside the flat - pretending to work from home; dissecting messages from the friends whose lives seem to have moved on without her - the less it feels like home. And as Áine fixates on the cracks in the ceiling, it becomes harder to ignore the cracks in her relationship with Elliott... Brilliantly observed and darkly funny, I Want to Go Home But I'm Already There is a ghost story set in the rental crisis. A wonderfully clear-eyed portrait of loneliness, loss and belonging, it examines what it means to feel at home. 'Absorbing and eerie ... Full of wry observations about the status markers of modern life ... A hugely enjoyable portrait of the horrors of renting' Sunday Times 'A brilliant satire of London's horrific housing market ... It got under my skin in a way that made me shiver' Guardian 'A document of hellish times and a map of our relationships with others, ourselves, and our demons - metaphorical and literal' New Statesman 'One of the best things I've read on the psychological horrors of private renting, and what damp, overpriced flats can do to our emotional lives. Hilarious, horrifying, truly original. I loved it' Oisín McKenna, author of Evenings and Weekends 'Róisín Lanigan has been threatening to be the next great Irish writer for ages, so I'm glad she's finally sat down and done it' Joel Golby

Renting is a nightmare... Áine should be feeling happy with her life. She's just moved in with Elliot. Their new flat is in an affluent neighbourhood, surrounded by bakeries, yoga studios and organic vegetable shops. They even have a garden. And yet, from the moment they move in, Áine can't shake the sense that there's something not quite right about the place... It's not just the humourless estate agent and nameless landlord: it's the chill that seeps through the draughty windows; the damp spreading from the cellar door; the way the organic fruit and veg never lasts as long as it should. And most of all, it's the upstairs neighbours, whose very presence makes peaceful coexistence very difficult indeed. The longer Áine spends inside the flat - pretending to work from home; dissecting messages from the friends whose lives seem to have moved on without her - the less it feels like home. And as Áine fixates on the cracks in the ceiling, it becomes harder to ignore the cracks in her relationship with Elliott... Brilliantly observed and darkly funny, I Want to Go Home But I'm Already There is a ghost story set in the rental crisis. A wonderfully clear-eyed portrait of loneliness, loss and belonging, it examines what it means to feel at home. 'Absorbing and eerie ... Full of wry observations about the status markers of modern life ... A hugely enjoyable portrait of the horrors of renting' Sunday Times 'A brilliant satire of London's horrific housing market ... It got under my skin in a way that made me shiver' Guardian 'A document of hellish times and a map of our relationships with others, ourselves, and our demons - metaphorical and literal' New Statesman 'One of the best things I've read on the psychological horrors of private renting, and what damp, overpriced flats can do to our emotional lives. Hilarious, horrifying, truly original. I loved it' Oisín McKenna, author of Evenings and Weekends 'Róisín Lanigan has been threatening to be the next great Irish writer for ages, so I'm glad she's finally sat down and done it' Joel Golby

Renting is a nightmare... Áine should be feeling happy with her life. She's just moved in with Elliot. Their new flat is in an affluent neighbourhood, surrounded by bakeries, yoga studios and organic vegetable shops. They even have a garden. And yet, from the moment they move in, Áine can't shake the sense that there's something not quite right about the place... It's not just the humourless estate agent and nameless landlord: it's the chill that seeps through the draughty windows; the damp spreading from the cellar door; the way the organic fruit and veg never lasts as long as it should. And most of all, it's the upstairs neighbours, whose very presence makes peaceful coexistence very difficult indeed. The longer Áine spends inside the flat - pretending to work from home; dissecting messages from the friends whose lives seem to have moved on without her - the less it feels like home. And as Áine fixates on the cracks in the ceiling, it becomes harder to ignore the cracks in her relationship with Elliott... Brilliantly observed and darkly funny, I Want to Go Home But I'm Already There is a ghost story set in the rental crisis. A wonderfully clear-eyed portrait of loneliness, loss and belonging, it examines what it means to feel at home. 'Absorbing and eerie ... Full of wry observations about the status markers of modern life ... A hugely enjoyable portrait of the horrors of renting' Sunday Times 'A brilliant satire of London's horrific housing market ... It got under my skin in a way that made me shiver' Guardian 'A document of hellish times and a map of our relationships with others, ourselves, and our demons - metaphorical and literal' New Statesman 'One of the best things I've read on the psychological horrors of private renting, and what damp, overpriced flats can do to our emotional lives. Hilarious, horrifying, truly original. I loved it' Oisín McKenna, author of Evenings and Weekends 'Róisín Lanigan has been threatening to be the next great Irish writer for ages, so I'm glad she's finally sat down and done it' Joel Golby

Renting is a nightmare... Áine should be feeling happy with her life. She's just moved in with Elliot. Their new flat is in an affluent neighbourhood, surrounded by bakeries, yoga studios and organic vegetable shops. They even have a garden. And yet, from the moment they move in, Áine can't shake the sense that there's something not quite right about the place... It's not just the humourless estate agent and nameless landlord: it's the chill that seeps through the draughty windows; the damp spreading from the cellar door; the way the organic fruit and veg never lasts as long as it should. And most of all, it's the upstairs neighbours, whose very presence makes peaceful coexistence very difficult indeed. The longer Áine spends inside the flat - pretending to work from home; dissecting messages from the friends whose lives seem to have moved on without her - the less it feels like home. And as Áine fixates on the cracks in the ceiling, it becomes harder to ignore the cracks in her relationship with Elliott... Brilliantly observed and darkly funny, I Want to Go Home But I'm Already There is a ghost story set in the rental crisis. A wonderfully clear-eyed portrait of loneliness, loss and belonging, it examines what it means to feel at home. 'Absorbing and eerie ... Full of wry observations about the status markers of modern life ... A hugely enjoyable portrait of the horrors of renting' Sunday Times 'A brilliant satire of London's horrific housing market ... It got under my skin in a way that made me shiver' Guardian 'A document of hellish times and a map of our relationships with others, ourselves, and our demons - metaphorical and literal' New Statesman 'One of the best things I've read on the psychological horrors of private renting, and what damp, overpriced flats can do to our emotional lives. Hilarious, horrifying, truly original. I loved it' Oisín McKenna, author of Evenings and Weekends 'Róisín Lanigan has been threatening to be the next great Irish writer for ages, so I'm glad she's finally sat down and done it' Joel Golby

"It started as a text between two friends. Tarana Burke, founder of the 'me too.' Movement, texted researcher and writer, Brenâe Brown, to see if she was free to jump on a call. Brenâe assumed that Tarana wanted to talk about wallpaper. They had been trading home decorating inspiration boards in their last text conversation so Brenâe started scrolling to find her latest Pinterest pictures when the phone rang. But it was immediately clear to Brenâe that the conversation wasn't going to be about wallpaper. Tarana's hello was serious and she hesitated for a bit before saying, "Brenâe, you know your work affected me so deeply. It's been a huge gift in my life. But as a Black woman, I've sometimes had to feel like I have to contort myself to fit into some of your words. The core of it rings so true for me, but the application has been harder." Brenâe replied, "I'm so glad we're talking about this. It makes sense to me. Especially in terms of vulnerability. How do you take the armor off in a country where you're not physically or emotionally safe?" Long pause. "That's why I'm calling," said Tarana. "What do you think about a working together on a book about the Black experience with vulnerability and shame resilience?" There was no hesitation. Burke and Brown are the perfect pair to usher in this stark, potent collection of essays on Black shame and healing (and contribute their own introductions to the work). Along with the anthology contributors, they create a space to recognize and process the trauma of white supremacy, a space to be vulnerable and affirm the fullness of Black love and Black life"--

The Lord is dead. His grand estate is sentient. And enemy Fae are knocking at the door. 'A sweet and cosy romance. It made me want a faeland of my very own!' - Aliette de Bodard , author of the Obsidian and Blood trilogy. A sentient estate faces a succession crisis. But who will become the estate's new Lord? Everyone knows who the magical estate will choose for its next ruler. Or do they? Will it be the Lord's eldest son, whom he despised? His favourite nephew, with the strongest magical land-sense? Or his scandalous daughter, who ran away from home years ago to study illusion? Hetta knows it won't be her, and she's glad of it. Returning home for her father's funeral, all Hetta must do is survive the inevitable family drama - and avoid entanglements with irritatingly attractive locals - until the Choosing. Then she can leave. But whoever the Stariel Estate chooses will have bigger problems than eccentric relatives. Winged, beautifully deadly problems. For the first time in centuries, the fae are returning to the Mortal Realm, and only the Lord of Stariel can keep the estate safe. The Lord of Stariel is the first book in the Stariel Quartet, a romantic cozy fantasy series about fae, magical estates and complicated families, for fans of Sarah Beth Durst and Rebecca Thorne. * * * Readers have fallen for The Lord of Stariel: 'I absolutely, unequivocally loved this book . . . and there's nothing I love more than dry humour' 'Downton Abbey with faes . . . believable, likeable characters that defy tropes' 'I was captivated within the first few pages . . . I couldn't put the book down' 'A writing style that is as clean and fresh as a mountain lake . . . have now bought all four books and they will be on permanent rotation'

I have read ALL Heather Atkinson's books. They are all fantastic.' Edinburgh 1896. At Alardyce House, the family are gathered to celebrate the engagement of the heir to the estate, Robert, to his childhood sweetheart. But what should be a precious memory for his mother Amy, is marred by darkness. For Robert's biological father was a demon and a criminal, and now Robert is coming-of-age, disturbing reports are beginning to emerge about his behaviour. Amy is torn between her love and loyalty to her son, her hope that she can save his soul, and her growing sense of dread that the streets of Edinburgh aren't safe when Robert is in town. Meanwhile the increasing distance between Robert and his stepfather Henry threatens the peace of her loving marriage. The Alardyce family is riven by secrets and scandal, but will this most cursed heir of all, be the one to ruin their reputation forever, or can the power of a mother's love save them all?If you love Emily Organ, Kate Saunders and Ann Granger, you'll love The Cursed Heir. Discover bestselling author Heather Atkinson and you'll never look back... Please note this book was previously published as Corruption of the Son. What readers are saying about Heather Atkinson: 'What a story. This book I think is the best yet from Heather Atkinson and I have read all hers so far.' 'Another brilliant book from Heather...she really is one the best in the business. ' 'I have read ALL Heather Atkinson's books. They are all fantastic.' 'I stumbled upon Heather's books and I'm so glad I did, characters excellent and storylines are great, I find myself searching the book stores for more of them to read the minute I finish one.

When Abhamani Ajash (Institute for Complementary Therapies) began offering frequency based sound therapy he soon discovered he could use tuning forks to locate disturbances in the human energy field, that surrounded many of his clients. He found these energetic disturbances correlated with the emotional and physical traumas his clients had experienced throughout their lives, the human biofield acting as a record of pain, stress, and trauma from gestation onward. Passing the forks through these areas not only corrected the distorted vibrational sounds he was hearing but also imparted consistent, predictable, and sometimes immediate relief from pain, anxiety, insomnia, migraines, depression, fibromyalgia, digestive disorders, and a host of other complaints. Now, more than 20 years later, Ajash has fully developed his sound healing method, which he calls Sound Balancing, and created 14 unique tracks, bringing back the sense of well-being to your mind, body and spirit. Sounds that ring at just right frequency, to fill you with calm, peace, and intuition. Playing and listening to music that has been tuned to 432 Hz creates a sense of peace and well being as it is the harmonic intonation of nature. Lowering the pitch by just 8 Hz helps to calm the body and mind which in turn makes us more flexible, creative, peaceful and spontaneous; It also helps in the release of negative energy and can easily put us in a wonderful state of calm where relaxation is natural. It is the scale that unites the body and consciousness with nature. According to Abhamani Ajash, music tuned to 432 Hz is softer and calmer, giving greater clarity and is easier on the ears. Healing music tuned to 432 Hz is relaxing for the body and mind and also more harmonically pleasant than 440 Hz. Many researches have also shown that people feel calmer, happier and more relaxed when playing and listening at 432 Hz. Music that is tuned to 432 Hz is more friendly for the ears and unites us to the universal harmony and generates positive effects on mind and body. -- What our customers say (reviews): ***** This audio book is absolutely phenomenal and is now my favorite for relaxing and falling asleep! The music and natural sounds are so soothing. I'm so glad I found it! (Kimberley D.) ***** I love this book it is my most used book in my library! Thank you! (Doloris1978) ***** it's a practical approach to begin the spiritual journey... self reflection... very healing. it should be part of our daily life, just like we go to work... or mundane activities. (J&C) ***** It has a blend of many sounds with the music. I listen to this almost every day. (NY_spirit) ***** My daughter drifts off to dreamland with this music. She won't use any other music, just this one. She loves it and so do I. It's awesome for meditation as well as winding down for the evening. (wollnstuff) ***** We play this audiobook on repeat all day at our wellness center. It is relaxing and easy to listen to without intense changes. (AleksC) ***** Beautiful, tranquil music perfect for studying or falling asleep. Great for falling asleep, especially on long airplane flights. Get yourself some active noise cancellation headphones and this piece. Et voilà... (GuillermoGarcia)

A NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST! This poignant, bestselling verse novel gives voice to a young girl robbed of her childhood yet determined to find the strength to triumph. Lakshmi is a thirteen-year-old girl who lives with her family in a small hut on a mountain in Nepal. Though desperately poor, her life is full of simple pleasures, like playing hopscotch with her best friend from school, and having her mother brush her hair by the light of an oil lamp. But when the harsh Himalayan monsoons wash away all that remains of the family's crops, Lakshmi's stepfather says she must leave home and take a job to support her family. He introduces her to a glamorous stranger who tells her she will find her a job as a maid in the city. Glad to be able to help, Lakshmi journeys to India and arrives at "Happiness House" full of hope. But she soon learns the unthinkable truth: she has been sold into prostitution. An old woman named Mumtaz rules the brothel with cruelty and cunning. She tells Lakshmi that she is trapped there until she can pay off her family's debt-then cheats Lakshmi of her meager earnings so that she can never leave. Lakshmi's life becomes a nightmare from which she cannot escape. Still, she lives by her mother's words-Simply to endure is to triumph-and gradually, she forms friendships with the other girls that enable her to survive in this terrifying new world. Then the day comes when she must make a decision-will she risk everything for a chance to reclaim her life? Written in spare and evocative vignettes by the co-author of I Am Malala (Young Readers Edition), this powerful novel renders a world that is as unimaginable as it is real, and a girl who not only survives but triumphs. * "Hard-hitting ... The author beautifully balances the harshness of brothel life with the poignant relationships among its residents." - Publishers Weekly (starred review) * "An unforgettable account of sexual slavery as it exists now." - Booklist (starred review) Publishers Weekly Best 100 Books of the Year NPR's Best Books of the Year American Library Association Top Ten List, Best Books of the Year Gustav-Heinemann Peace Prize Booklist Editor's Choice Award New York Public Library Best Books for Teens Children's Literature Council's Choice Book Sense Pick

The brand new novel from the #1 bestselling author, Maddie Please! The Old Ducks are back and they are naughtier than ever 'I've loved all of Maddie Please's books but this is my favourite so far - superb characters and a warm, wonderful story. Bravo!' Judy Leigh Recently retired, Denny Lambert is finding life just a little bit...well, dull. So when her stepsister Juliette announces she's getting married - again! - and invites Denny on a hen do with the Old Ducks, Denny really can't say no. Denny knows something about the Old Ducks and their wild exploits, but she's just glad to be somewhere hot and sunny and away from her grey life back in the UK. She's definitely not going to be pulled into any Old Duck mayhem....But when they arrive at their beautiful Mallorcan villa, Denny is in for a shock. Because right next door is the man who once broke her heart - Bruno Browning. Now with the Old Ducks and an old flame to contend with, Denny's life suddenly feels anything but dull! But if she's learnt one thing from her time with the Old Ducks it's that life is for living...and that's exactly what Denny is finally going to do!Because it's never too late for even the newest Old Duck to learn new tricks... Perfect for fans of Judy Leigh and Dee Macdonald. What readers are saying about Maddie Please! 'Sea, sunshine, romance and fabulous characters; Maddie's light touch and sense of fun will lift your spirits!' Bestselling author Judy Leigh 'Witty, warm and simply wonderful.' Bestselling author Sarah Bennett 'For a book that's as cheering and restorative as a long lunch with your very best friend, Maddie Please is the author you need to know!' Bestselling author Chris Manby 'Genuine and life-affirming...a wonderful, light-hearted novel about how it is never too late to find happiness.' Bestselling author Kitty Wilson

'In a world that often makes people feel invisible or overlooked, Jennifer has written something truly profound, a book that arrives at exactly the right cultural moment [...] do yourself a favour and pick this one up. You'll be glad you did' ANTHONY SCARAMUCCI 'The perfect antidote to our modern mental health epidemic' PROFESSOR TIM SPECTOR 'Everybody should pick up a copy of Mattering... if you're looking for deep connection and purpose.' OPRAH WINFREY 'Wallace has a deep understanding of what matters most to us - and her book shows us how to find it' ADAM GRANT 'Beautifully written and deeply felt ' SUSAN CAIN ------------------ From award-winning writer Jennifer Breheny Wallace, a deeply consequential look at restoring closeness in our relationships and how feeling connected - mattering - can bring purpose and happiness to our lives. In a world where loneliness, burnout, and disconnection have reached crisis levels, Jennifer Breheny Wallace offers a transformative solution: mattering. Through vivid storytelling and groundbreaking research, Mattering: The Secret to Building a Life of Deep Purpose and Connection reveals how feeling seen, needed, and valued isn't just a nice-to-have-it's essential for our wellbeing and society's future. Filled with stories of individuals who have discovered the power of mattering, from the story of a fire chief who re-energized his emotionally exhausted team by helping them see their long-term impact, to a woman who transformed her grief into a movement helping thousands rebuild their lives, Wallace shows how mattering can be cultivated in every sphere of life. She demonstrates that when people feel they truly matter-that their presence and contributions are noticed, needed, and missed when they aren't there-everything changes. Productivity soars, relationships deepen, and communities strengthen. Drawing on compelling research and intimate portraits of people who've discovered the power of mattering, Wallace provides a practical blueprint for creating lives of deeper meaning and connection. She reveals: How small acts of recognition can transform workplace culture and prevent burnout Why helping others often energizes us rather than depletes us How to build "mattering spaces" that foster genuine connection in our communities Practical strategies for navigating life transitions while maintaining our sense of purpose Perfect for readers of Brené Brown and Adam Grant, this timely book offers both hope and concrete solutions for our modern crisis of disconnection. Mattering isn't just another self-help guide-it's a revolutionary framework for rebuilding the connections that make life meaningful and creating positive change that ripples outward from ourselves to our relationships, workplaces, and communities. With clarity and compassion, Wallace shows us that the antidote to our cultural crisis of isolation isn't to turn inward, but to recognize how much we matter to each other. This book will forever change how you think about your role in the lives of others and offer a path to a more connected, purposeful life.

'In a world that often makes people feel invisible or overlooked, Jennifer has written something truly profound, a book that arrives at exactly the right cultural moment [...] do yourself a favour and pick this one up. You'll be glad you did' ANTHONY SCARAMUCCI 'The perfect antidote to our modern mental health epidemic' PROFESSOR TIM SPECTOR 'Everybody should pick up a copy of Mattering... if you're looking for deep connection and purpose.' OPRAH WINFREY 'Wallace has a deep understanding of what matters most to us - and her book shows us how to find it' ADAM GRANT 'Beautifully written and deeply felt ' SUSAN CAIN ------------------ From award-winning writer Jennifer Breheny Wallace, a deeply consequential look at restoring closeness in our relationships and how feeling connected - mattering - can bring purpose and happiness to our lives. In a world where loneliness, burnout, and disconnection have reached crisis levels, Jennifer Breheny Wallace offers a transformative solution: mattering. Through vivid storytelling and groundbreaking research, Mattering: The Secret to Building a Life of Deep Purpose and Connection reveals how feeling seen, needed, and valued isn't just a nice-to-have-it's essential for our wellbeing and society's future. Filled with stories of individuals who have discovered the power of mattering, from the story of a fire chief who re-energized his emotionally exhausted team by helping them see their long-term impact, to a woman who transformed her grief into a movement helping thousands rebuild their lives, Wallace shows how mattering can be cultivated in every sphere of life. She demonstrates that when people feel they truly matter-that their presence and contributions are noticed, needed, and missed when they aren't there-everything changes. Productivity soars, relationships deepen, and communities strengthen. Drawing on compelling research and intimate portraits of people who've discovered the power of mattering, Wallace provides a practical blueprint for creating lives of deeper meaning and connection. She reveals: How small acts of recognition can transform workplace culture and prevent burnout Why helping others often energizes us rather than depletes us How to build "mattering spaces" that foster genuine connection in our communities Practical strategies for navigating life transitions while maintaining our sense of purpose Perfect for readers of Brené Brown and Adam Grant, this timely book offers both hope and concrete solutions for our modern crisis of disconnection. Mattering isn't just another self-help guide-it's a revolutionary framework for rebuilding the connections that make life meaningful and creating positive change that ripples outward from ourselves to our relationships, workplaces, and communities. With clarity and compassion, Wallace shows us that the antidote to our cultural crisis of isolation isn't to turn inward, but to recognize how much we matter to each other. This book will forever change how you think about your role in the lives of others and offer a path to a more connected, purposeful life.

'In a world that often makes people feel invisible or overlooked, Jennifer has written something truly profound, a book that arrives at exactly the right cultural moment [...] do yourself a favour and pick this one up. You'll be glad you did' ANTHONY SCARAMUCCI 'The perfect antidote to our modern mental health epidemic' PROFESSOR TIM SPECTOR 'Everybody should pick up a copy of Mattering... if you're looking for deep connection and purpose.' OPRAH WINFREY 'Wallace has a deep understanding of what matters most to us - and her book shows us how to find it' ADAM GRANT 'Beautifully written and deeply felt ' SUSAN CAIN ------------------ From award-winning writer Jennifer Breheny Wallace, a deeply consequential look at restoring closeness in our relationships and how feeling connected - mattering - can bring purpose and happiness to our lives. In a world where loneliness, burnout, and disconnection have reached crisis levels, Jennifer Breheny Wallace offers a transformative solution: mattering. Through vivid storytelling and groundbreaking research, Mattering: The Secret to Building a Life of Deep Purpose and Connection reveals how feeling seen, needed, and valued isn't just a nice-to-have-it's essential for our wellbeing and society's future. Filled with stories of individuals who have discovered the power of mattering, from the story of a fire chief who re-energized his emotionally exhausted team by helping them see their long-term impact, to a woman who transformed her grief into a movement helping thousands rebuild their lives, Wallace shows how mattering can be cultivated in every sphere of life. She demonstrates that when people feel they truly matter-that their presence and contributions are noticed, needed, and missed when they aren't there-everything changes. Productivity soars, relationships deepen, and communities strengthen. Drawing on compelling research and intimate portraits of people who've discovered the power of mattering, Wallace provides a practical blueprint for creating lives of deeper meaning and connection. She reveals: How small acts of recognition can transform workplace culture and prevent burnout Why helping others often energizes us rather than depletes us How to build "mattering spaces" that foster genuine connection in our communities Practical strategies for navigating life transitions while maintaining our sense of purpose Perfect for readers of Brené Brown and Adam Grant, this timely book offers both hope and concrete solutions for our modern crisis of disconnection. Mattering isn't just another self-help guide-it's a revolutionary framework for rebuilding the connections that make life meaningful and creating positive change that ripples outward from ourselves to our relationships, workplaces, and communities. With clarity and compassion, Wallace shows us that the antidote to our cultural crisis of isolation isn't to turn inward, but to recognize how much we matter to each other. This book will forever change how you think about your role in the lives of others and offer a path to a more connected, purposeful life.

'In a world that often makes people feel invisible or overlooked, Jennifer has written something truly profound, a book that arrives at exactly the right cultural moment [...] do yourself a favour and pick this one up. You'll be glad you did' ANTHONY SCARAMUCCI 'The perfect antidote to our modern mental health epidemic' PROFESSOR TIM SPECTOR 'Everybody should pick up a copy of Mattering...if you're looking for deep connection and purpose.' OPRAH WINFREY 'Wallace has a deep understanding of what matters most to us - and her book shows us how to find it' ADAM GRANT 'Beautifully written and deeply felt ' SUSAN CAIN ------------------ From award-winning writer Jennifer Breheny Wallace, a deeply consequential look at restoring closeness in our relationships and how feeling connected - mattering - can bring purpose and happiness to our lives. In a world where loneliness, burnout, and disconnection have reached crisis levels, Jennifer Breheny Wallace offers a transformative solution: mattering. Through vivid storytelling and groundbreaking research, Mattering: The Secret to Building a Life of Deep Purpose and Connectionreveals how feeling seen, needed, and valued isn't just a nice-to-have-it's essential for our wellbeing and society's future. Filled with stories of individuals who have discovered the power of mattering, from the story of a fire chief who re-energized his emotionally exhausted team by helping them see their long-term impact, to a woman who transformed her grief into a movement helping thousands rebuild their lives, Wallace shows how mattering can be cultivated in every sphere of life. She demonstrates that when people feel they truly matter-that their presence and contributions are noticed, needed, and missed when they aren't there-everything changes. Productivity soars, relationships deepen, and communities strengthen. Drawing on compelling research and intimate portraits of people who've discovered the power of mattering, Wallace provides a practical blueprint for creating lives of deeper meaning and connection. She reveals: How small acts of recognition can transform workplace culture and prevent burnout Why helping others often energizes us rather than depletes us How to build "mattering spaces" that foster genuine connection in our communities Practical strategies for navigating life transitions while maintaining our sense of purpose Perfect for readers of Brené Brown and Adam Grant, this timely book offers both hope and concrete solutions for our modern crisis of disconnection. Mattering isn't just another self-help guide-it's a revolutionary framework for rebuilding the connections that make life meaningful and creating positive change that ripples outward from ourselves to our relationships, workplaces, and communities. With clarity and compassion, Wallace shows us that the antidote to our cultural crisis of isolation isn't to turn inward, but to recognize how much we matter to each other. This book will forever change how you think about your role in the lives of others and offer a path to a more connected, purposeful life.

Sijo provides a picture. It's like a poetic photograph. Poets captured the moment On the people's behalf. Love Korean drama? You know, the ones where the actors and actresses wear the traditional clothing called "hanbok". You do? What do you know! Then you will love this! The Korean poetry called the sijo, "shijo" to be correct, is the Korean drama in the making. Each piece of poetry captures the historical happenings and the unfolding drama of the given moment of time. Piece it together with the other historical backdrops and you will have a solid storyline based on true facts. Of course, there will be no melodramatic scenes or the picturesque portrayal of the Joseon times. Believe it or not, Joseon had its own share of the gory and the grim. To only beautify and glorify her is to forever silence those who had shed real tears of pain and anguish. And sijo poetries, which are hundreds of years old, are the untainted proofs of the agony the people did face. This is not to say that all sijos are dark and gloomy. Poets also expressed the happy and the serene, the joyful and the glad. Sijos are truly a drama in the making. It captures the real story behind the Joseon times, albeit in three-line snippets. Miss Anna wrote this book with a singular audience in mind--people all over the world who are aspiring to learn Korean, children included. Hence, she has poured in all her creative energy to make classical sijo, also called goshijo, more accessible to language learners. You will find in this book: Vivid illustrations with captions in Korean and English A simple pronunciation guide for each word for everyday English-speaking people (not the McCune-Reischauer transliteration nor the commonly employed Romanization of Korean which are geared more for language experts and the linguists of the land. Note that some sounds cannot be accurately transcribed and taught through a book. Therefore, to get the correct nuance of the Korean letters, please consult a native speaker of Korean. The most accurate sense of words and meaning of words (and groups of words) in English Definition of words and groups of words in modern Korean for native speakers of Korean as a way to refresh their understanding of the sijo The thematic undertone of each poem Miss Anna's version of the sijo in English. (In all cases, the inherent music and the overall rhythm of a language are forever lost in translation. Hence, she focused on providing the most accurate sense and meaning behind each sijo on behalf of the poets.) A short story behind each poem and the poet. This narrative does much to provide a fuller and a richer understanding of the poem. As the reader gets acquainted with the historical backdrop behind each piece, he/she will perceive its underlying emotions as well. This book highlights twenty sijos from the Mid-Joseon time period. Included in the collection is the famous poem written by General Yi Soon-Shin and the beloved poem written by Kim Sang-Hon. Turbulent times marked this window of time. Enemies from within (infighting and political divisions) and enemies from without (the Japanese and the Jurchens, the future Manchurians of the Qing Dynasty) besieged the nation and battered the spirits of the people. However, while shedding bitter tears, the people survived, Joseon lived on, and the poets dipped their brushes in ink to tell their story. So do turn the pages to harken back to the people who once were. Buy the book and discover those who had no choice but to trudge through their given hour of history.

This rediscovered classic: an unforgettable memoir by a trailblazing black woman in post-war London, introduced by Bernardine Evaristo ('I dare anyone to read it and not come away shocked, moved and entertained')Benjamin Zephaniah: 'A must-read. Her life makes you laugh. Her life makes you cry. Get to know her.'Jacqueline Wilson: 'A superb but shocking memoir ... Imaginative, resilient and inspiring.'Christie Watson: 'A beautiful memoir of one woman's strength and dignity against the odds.'Steve McQueen: 'Gilroy blazed a path that empowered generations of Black British educators.'David Lammy: 'This empowering tale of courage, resistance, and triumph is a breath of fresh air.'Diana Evans: 'Important, enlightening and very entertaining, full of real-life drama ... Inspirational.'Paul Mendez: 'Written with a novelist's ear and sense of atmosphere ... A vital and unique testament.'Jeffrey Boakye: 'A landmark. Warm and wise ... Life lessons we can all learn from.'Alex Wheatle: 'A pioneer in many fields and wonderful example for all of us ... Essential reading.'Denied teaching jobs due to the colour bar. Working in an office amidst the East End's bombsites. Serving as a lady's maid to an Empire-loving aristocrat. Raising two children in suburbia. Becoming one of the first black headteachers in Britain.In 1952, Beryl Gilroy moved from British Guiana to London. Her new life wasn't what she expected - but her belief in education resulted in a revolutionary career. Black Teacher, her memoir, is a rediscovered classic: not only a rare insight into the Windrush generation, but a testament to how her dignity, ambition and spirit transcended her era.**WATERSTONES PICK: JULY'S BEST BOOKS**Reader Reviews:'Incredibly important ... Such an interesting read, and I am so glad that it is being republished.''Wonderful and insightful. I really, thoroughly enjoyed reading this book.''Eye-opening ... A powerful reminder of how far we have come ... Beautifully written ... I wish everyone could have a teacher like Beryl!''Really lovely, and a surprisingly quick read ... I wish I could have met her.''A great piece of history [with] so much relevance even today as it touches upon issues of race, education and female empowerment.''Excellent [on] what it was really like for the Windrush Generation... Highly recommended.'

'In a world that often makes people feel invisible or overlooked, Jennifer has written something truly profound, a book that arrives at exactly the right cultural moment [...] do yourself a favour and pick this one up. You'll be glad you did' ANTHONY SCARAMUCCI 'The perfect antidote to our modern mental health epidemic' PROFESSOR TIM SPECTOR 'Everybody should pick up a copy of Mattering...if you're looking for deep connection and purpose.' OPRAH WINFREY 'Wallace has a deep understanding of what matters most to us - and her book shows us how to find it' ADAM GRANT 'Beautifully written and deeply felt ' SUSAN CAIN ------------------ From award-winning writer Jennifer Breheny Wallace, a deeply consequential look at restoring closeness in our relationships and how feeling connected - mattering - can bring purpose and happiness to our lives. In a world where loneliness, burnout, and disconnection have reached crisis levels, Jennifer Breheny Wallace offers a transformative solution: mattering. Through vivid storytelling and groundbreaking research, Mattering: The Secret to Building a Life of Deep Purpose and Connectionreveals how feeling seen, needed, and valued isn't just a nice-to-have-it's essential for our wellbeing and society's future. Filled with stories of individuals who have discovered the power of mattering, from the story of a fire chief who re-energized his emotionally exhausted team by helping them see their long-term impact, to a woman who transformed her grief into a movement helping thousands rebuild their lives, Wallace shows how mattering can be cultivated in every sphere of life. She demonstrates that when people feel they truly matter-that their presence and contributions are noticed, needed, and missed when they aren't there-everything changes. Productivity soars, relationships deepen, and communities strengthen. Drawing on compelling research and intimate portraits of people who've discovered the power of mattering, Wallace provides a practical blueprint for creating lives of deeper meaning and connection. She reveals: How small acts of recognition can transform workplace culture and prevent burnout Why helping others often energizes us rather than depletes us How to build "mattering spaces" that foster genuine connection in our communities Practical strategies for navigating life transitions while maintaining our sense of purpose Perfect for readers of Brené Brown and Adam Grant, this timely book offers both hope and concrete solutions for our modern crisis of disconnection. Mattering isn't just another self-help guide-it's a revolutionary framework for rebuilding the connections that make life meaningful and creating positive change that ripples outward from ourselves to our relationships, workplaces, and communities. With clarity and compassion, Wallace shows us that the antidote to our cultural crisis of isolation isn't to turn inward, but to recognize how much we matter to each other. This book will forever change how you think about your role in the lives of others and offer a path to a more connected, purposeful life.

A heartbreaking story of motherhood and the everlasting bond between mother and daughter - perfect for those who love Jodi Picoult!I found you because I wanted to tell you. Jack is with someone else. He's got no intention of sending for you or the kiddie or seeing you ever again. Don't try to contact him, you'll never find him.All it takes is one message for Gemma's life to fall apart. A confirmation of all she's feared these last few months. Jack was supposed to be preparing for their new start in Australia, building their home, building their life together. And now this. Gone. Without a trace. Leaving their perfect world - all that their two-year-old daughter, Poppy, knows and cherishes - shattered.Crystal comes into Gemma's life at the opportune moment. This new friend, who's been through it before, who knows how it feels for all of your hopes and dreams to suddenly implode, who wants to help, who will do anything...Crystal loves Poppy. And Poppy loves Crystal. The minute they meet it's as if all of the heartbreak over her dad leaving dissipates. Poppy feels whole again. And in a way, so does Gemma.But what starts as a small kernel of jealousy soon grows into a larger sense of unease. Who is this woman who's so obsessed with her daughter? And why does it feel like there's something she's not telling her?A powerful and emotional women's fiction novel about motherhood, friendship and just how far we're willing to go for the ones we love, perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Emma Robinson and Kate Hewitt.Praise for Sheila Norton:'A well-crafted and brilliantly suspenseful novel that kept me guessing until the end.' Jo Bartlett'Loved this book!!!!!... Addictive. There was no way I was putting it down, I literally started reading the book around 10am and couldn't put it down until around 4am. Hahaha I'm so glad it was the weekend!!!!... I definitely recommend it!!!' Reader review'A breathtaking novel about motherhood... I felt angst, tension, compassion, empathy, surprise and suspicion.... Do not miss this novel, especially if you enjoy reading about families and their realistic struggles and moments of joy.... Grabbed my heart... Phenomenally emotive.' Reader review'A masterpiece story of a family finding their way... Hit all the feels for me and I was invested in the story from the beginning to the brilliant end. My emotions ran wild throughout this story and I would love to see this become a Netflix hit.' Reader review'A remarkable tale depicting a family's journey through the complexities of emotional challenges. Norton's storytelling kept engrossed me from start to finish, leaving a lasting impact... Truly captivating.' Reader review'A really great read. I really enjoyed this story... Beautifully written and a mother's love for her children shines throughout the book as Jess struggles to make a home for them all and keep them safe.' Reader review'I LOVED this book. I was so drawn in by the weird dynamics between Jess and the neighbours.' Reader review

The BRAND NEW heartwarming and uplifting romance from MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Jessica Redland! 🩷 Perfect for fans of Jo Bartlett and Phillipa Ashley Welcome to Whitsborough Bay, a place where hopes and dreams really do come true... Life at the Chocolate Pot Café has never been sweeter for Tara Porter. Nestled on Castle Street in Whitsborough Bay, her café is thriving, her friendships are close, her foster parents are back where they belong-and she's finally let herself fall in love with artist Jed Ferguson. For Jed, returning from Australia feels like coming home in every sense. His teenage daughters have settled, his gallery opening is a success, and with Tara by his side, the future looks full of promise. But the past can't stay at bay forever. When Tara's estranged foster sister reappears, old wounds resurface. And when Jed is reunited with twelve year old Aaron - a boy he once believed was his son - secrets unravel and loyalties are tested. Now Tara and Jed must decide whether facing the past will shatter everything they've built-or hope it gives them the strength and courage to dream again. Warm, heartfelt and hopeful, Hopes and Dreams at The Chocolate Pot Café is a story of love, forgiveness and second chances 🩵 Praise for Jessica Redland: 'Jessica Redland writes from the heart, with heart, about heart' Nicola May 'A heartwarming story of true friendship, love and romance set in the gorgeous backdrop of the Lakes. A cosy hug of a read that left me feeling warm inside.' Julie Caplin 'I enjoyed a wonderful escape to the Lake District in this tale of loss, love and rediscovery.' Gillian Harvey 'A heartwarming story set in a beautiful location... Love, friendship and the power of letting go are all covered in this gorgeous, beautifully written story.' Katie Ginger 'I loved my trip to Hedgehog Hollow. An emotional read, full of twists and turns' Heidi Swain 'The Hedgehog Hollow series is a tonic I'd recommend for everyone. There is so much to make you smile in Jessica's stories and they are always uplifting reads, which will make you really glad you decided to pick up a copy.' Jo Bartlett 'An emotional, romantic and ultimately uplifting read. Jessica always touches my heart with her sensitive handling of difficult subjects. The gorgeous community she has built around Hedgehog Hollow is one I hope to visit again and again.' Sarah Bennett 'A beautifully written series that offers the ultimate in heartwarming escapism.' Samantha Tonge 'Hedgehog Hollow is a wonderful series that has found a special place of its own deep in the hearts of readers, including mine.' Jennifer Bohnet 'A warm hug of a book. I never wanted to leave Hedgehog Hollow.' Della Galton 'A heart-warming ride that navigates broken hearts and painful secrets, but ultimately restores your faith in the power of love. I adored it.' Jenni Keer 'I fell in love with this story from page one.' Helen Rolfe 'A tender love story, full of sweet touches and beautiful characters.' Beth Moran 'A warm-hearted and beautiful book. Jessica Redland doesn't shy away from the fact that life can be difficult, but she reminds us that we all can find love, hope and joy again.' Sian O'Gorman

Nola was the last American Northern White Rhino, one of three now left on the planet. Nola was rescued from her African savanna as a child by the good, kind folks at San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Poaching has decimated Nola's species due to the fallacy that rhino horns are thought to possess magical medicinal powers. They do not. Nevertheless...rhino horns are big business. Extinction is an ugly word. Greed is an uglier word. What to do? Understand what happened to Nola and her kind. Learn the lessons that Nola teaches us. And then, tell our children Nola's story using gentle, evocative language that invites compassion, inspiration and awareness. Why did the world love Nola? Was it her kind, loving eyes? Her unique sense of humor? The way she trotted up to her visitors st Safari Park, happily waving her head around as if to say, Hello...so glad you came! Perhaps it was her ancient age that had us in love with her, a matriarch with the endearing lined skin of a grandmother. Or maybe, it was her courage. Maybe this was why world leaders paused to mark her death on November 22, 2015. Why Nola's name made world headlines. Newspapers. Television. Internet. Nola, Nola, Nola. The very last of her kind. With only three relatives left alive in Kenya. Maybe it was Nola's courage to be the last that had us loving her, weeping at her loss. Courage to be the last with grace, humility, and, forgiveness. Extinction is forever. Nola knew this. She forgave us, I think. She only asks that we honor her story. It was a hot summer afternoon in August 2013, even for San Diego, yet my daughter and I barely felt the heat. We stood in our safari truck, gripping binoculars. Where was she? We had been traveling along the savanna for an hour now. Suddenly we heard heavy footsteps and a silhouette appeared on the horizon. Grey, rounded, enormous. There stood Nola! World famous northern white rhino, the very last of her kind here in America, one of four left on the planet, her species almost extinct. "Nola!" my eleven year old cried. At hearing her name, Nola sped toward our truck. Hearts thumping, cameras replaced binoculars. I leaned over the edge of the truck and looked into her eyes. How can I explain this moment? Deep-set, brown eyes that did not inch from mine. At all. I held my gaze and so did she. ‘Are you afraid;’ I whispered. ‘No; I am ¬’ she seemed to say back to me, her ears uttering a little, her eyes deepening their stare. As our truck pulled away I said to my child, "I’m going to write Nola’s story, Maddie." And so I have. With love, Stephanie Lisa Tara Hey Little Rhino They want your horn! It sure sounds silly… (Grassland friends warn) Huh? My Horn? It’s mine—not yours? We’ve got our own stuff Of course? Of course! Nola’s story is an important one; extinction is forever. Told in lyrical verse that is careful to inspire in a gentle Suessian way, we come away with the lesson, learned. Breathtaking watercolor paintings are a feast of color and light, illuming all 50 pages. Nola leaves us with a bit of universal advice: What To Do? Love what you’ve got! (And not what you don’t) Matters a lot! You will always be loved little rhino, it’s true Now and forever…I promise you!