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Invite magic into your life and joy into your kitchen with Mari Vasseur's premiere collection of delightful treats. The creator of Brownie Mischief, Mari knows the delicate dance of inviting the wee folk into the kitchen-and has mastered the art of creating culinary magic with milk and honey. In this ultimate collection of offerings, Mari shares her secrets on making fantastical fairy feasts filled with floral and herbaceous flavors to delight imps and elves alike. Mari makes it easy to make every bake as tasty as it is beautiful with foolproof recipes and simple steps.Embrace whimsy and quite literally enjoy the little things in life with Petal Pink Strawberry Mini Bundts, Petite Honey Pecan Sticky Buns and Pistachio Rose Petit Fours. Catch a glimpse of the not-so-distant other realms (from the safety of your table) by baking up Fairy Ring Sugar Cookies, Coconut Fairy Mounds and May Pole Dance Cake. Earn the favor of the High Seelie Court with time-honored gifts of summer fruits and honey in the form of Mari's Blackberry, Honey and Thyme Galettes or Berries and Cream Butterfly Pastries. Redirect meddlesome pixies to the garden where they are happiest with Lilac Vanilla Bean Brownies, Blueberry Butterfly Pea Shortbread and Honey Lavender Madeleines. Honor hardworking dwarves with hardier treats like Honey Seed Scones or Apple Gingerbread - even better if accompanied by a glass of mead. And appease any other neighborhood fae with classic gifts of sugared berries, nectar and honey in the form of Foraged Berry Crumble Bars, Honey Lemon Cheesecake and Dew Drop Meringues. Romanticize your life and fall in love with baking all over again with Mari's delicious cakes, cookies, bites and bars. (Just don't forget to leave some out for any wee folk that will be tidying up!)

After her parents split up, seven-year-old Lisa's father convinces her to leave out the window in the middle of the night. After all, according to their religion, she belongs to him, and it is her duty to obey him. Ever the dutiful daughter, at least on the outside, and confused about the sinful changes in her mother (she's cut her hair, there's a new man around, she's had a baby with him), Lisa complies. She spends the next nine years on the run before the police finally catch up with her father, and she is returned to a mother who is "dead" in the eyes of their religion. But her father always had a plan for when the law came and took what was his-a plan that was set in motion the moment the police arrived at their home.Now Lisa must make a decision: follow the plan and go home again with the hope that she'll see her brother and father again, or risk everything to figure out what life could be when she makes her own choices.

Ditch the boring lettuce and tired store-bought dressings! Sarah Faris, the creator behind the popular Instagram account The Salad Whisperer, brings 50 impressive yet approachable recipes to challenge the limitations of what a salad can be.No longer just a side dish, Sarah's recipes are packed full of hearty ingredients to satisfy the popular demand of big salads for full meals. Discover unique flavors to satisfy every craving like the salty, funky Green Bean Tuna and Sun-Dried Tomato Salad, or the Greek-inspired White Bean, Tomato and Feta Salad. Achieve textural perfection with improved base options like the bitter and assertive radicchio in the Winter Wedge Salad with Radicchio and Roasted Tomatoes, or hearty chickpeas and quinoa in the Asparagus Corn and Snap Pea Salad. Featuring several different styles to choose from such as chopped, shredded and roasted, this book will capitalize on all the latest salads trends. Full of interesting flavors, crave-worthy textures and multiple suggested dressing pairings for every dish, this cookbook is the perfect way to incorporate more veggies into your diet.

Nourish yourself and become empowered to eat well with these 100 plant-based recipes from nutritionist Sarah Cobacho, the mind behind the favorite recipe blog plantbaes. These fun and straightforward recipes encourage health and longevity with plant-based meal planning and prepping. Plus, Sarah's nutritional expertise guarantees the right amount of carbs, proteins, and fats in every delicious, balanced meal. This ultimate guide to plant-based cooking takes the pressure off to figure out protein-filled meals without animal products-all that's left for you to do is cook.This one-stop shop for plant-based recipes lays out a variety of meals, sides, breakfasts, desserts and more packed with plant-based abundance. The Mediterranean Protein Pink Pasta ensures anyone looking to include more veggies in their diet incorporates the protein they need-with a bright, beautiful plate. The Harvest Salad with Tuscan Kale and Turmeric Dressing makes eating your greens exciting and energizing, even for the most experienced vegetarians and vegans. And the Chickpea Hazelnut Chocolate Bark is a must-make for sweet-tooths upping their fiber intake! With Sarah's included nutritional information for each plate, it's never been easier to get the vitamins and nutrients necessary to live your best plant-based life.

There's no need to make something perfect - just make something! So many people struggle with this simple advice, which is why artist and YouTuber Chloe Rose is here with an activity book designed to help you break free from perfectionism, so you can enjoy artistic endeavors without worrying about the results. This interactive book is full of creative prompts and activities that will jump-start your imagination. The prompts and activities included within are meant to encourage people to try versions of art and writing they might not have tried before, allowing them to think outside the box. This book will include specialty paper that readers can draw and color on, as well as lay flat binding. Activities will include reverse coloring book pages, guided prompts, incomplete drawings and other activities that will foster anyone's inner artist. Whether you're new to the art world and want to experiment in a friendly place, or simply struggling with artists' block, this exciting and inspirational collection of activities is sure to have everything you need to make weird art again. This book will have 100 interactive art prompts with accompanying illustrations.

We've all been there: you're running out the door and looking for something in the fridge, and after an abysmal look-around, you opt for eating out again. Luckily, you never have to settle for heavily processed meals with unnamed ingredients again; Snezana Paucinac makes meal prep not just easy, but rewarding, exciting and delicious too. She offers weekly meal plans, accompanying recipes, shopping lists, and guides to prep components for large-batching cooking. It's never been easier to forego the greasy sandwich and opt instead for mouthwatering meals like Blueberry Oat Muffins, Miso Glazed Tofu Wrap, Shrimp Risotto and Chicken Enchiladas.With Snezana's recipes, you'll always feel good about what you're eating: all of her meals feature unprocessed foods, fresh vegetables and fruit, and nutrient-dense grains bound to leave you full for hours. By cooking just one or two of her recipes a week, you'll give yourself the gift of having a consistently fresh meal with ingredients you trust. Your body (and your wallet) will thank you!

Meat lovers, unite! Grill master and beloved author of Wing Crush Paula Stachyra is here to bring you the biggest, juiciest barbecuing book of your dreams. Chockfull of 200 scrumptious recipes for low-and-slow beef, smoked pork and beyond, this comprehensive cookbook will teach you the ins and outs of using your pellet grill to achieve the perfect sear and that signature smoky flavor, every time. Grill succulent ribs and crispy bacon to pork-fection, or bring the tailgate to your backyard with tender burgers, fan-favorite brats and delicious dips and apps perfect for the big game. Beef up your plate with melt-in-your-mouth briskets and steaks; feast on fabulous lobster tails, shrimp and salmon; or start (and end!) your day right with decadent breakfasts and desserts. The possibilities are endless with mouthwatering recipes like: - NY Strip Steak with Blue Cheese Compound Butter - Korean Kalbi Short Ribs- Tequila Lime Shrimp Skewers - Brisket Birria Tacos - Chili Cornbread Pot Pie - Street Corn Dip- Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers- Paneer Tikka Kebabs - Bacon-Weaved Breakfast Fatty- Salted Caramel Monkey Bread - And more! Whichever standout recipe you choose, you'll be able to confidently smoke, grill, bake and braise to your heart's content on your pellet grill with this expert guide in your back pocket.

Scorch the hedgehog is determined to be ferocious. The doomsy-est, most menacing class pet ever known. She's not just Scorch, she's... Scorch, Hedgehog of Doom! There's just one problem-Scorch is kind of adorable. So adorable, in fact, that it's all anyone ever notices. With each swirl of her cloak, each sharp claw raised high, each baring of her chilling chompers, the kids of room 402 don't fall back in fear or quiver with tears. Instead, they cry, "Awww! Adorable!"Tired of being seen as just one thing, Scorch flies into action, determined to show how truly terrifying she can be. But when her flipping, training, and high-flying efforts land her in true danger-the home of the classroom's other scaled, slithering, cold-blooded animal occupant-Scorch must harness and embrace all the parts of her unique self. Put to the ultimate test, she finds power in being ferociously adorable and killer cute.Readers will fall for this ferociously "awww"-inspiring story starring a beloved class pet about self-image, identity, and finding harmony among the many different, sometimes contradictory pieces of ourselves.

Get lost in a whimsical, magical universe with 30 ready-to-color illustrations by Kate Pellerin, creator of Poopikat. Through these designs, which include full spreads and spot illustrations, readers will be transported into a world of charming characters, marvelous creatures and all the botanical wonder they can imagine. Perfect for those who love a woodland-inspired aesthetic, these illustrations will bring you all the relaxing, meditative benefits of coloring books, while also titillating your creative juices.What's more, these artworks are printed one-sided on woodfree paper, and thus can be proudly displayed afterward.Whether to relax after a long day, or to bring to life one's love of all things woodland, readers will find this book hard to put down.

Learn how to a cultivate a flourishing vegetable garden while feeding your spiritual self through the gentle instruction from Brian Brigantti, the gardener and homesteader behind the popular TikTok account Red Leaf Ranch. Woven in with tales of his own gardening successes and stumbling blocks, Brian walks you through the process of starting an abundant garden from start to finish. A primer on soil health, composting techniques and establishing biodiversity set you and your garden up for success. Then, learn how determine the best gardening methods for your soil type and climate, plant the vegetables that will thrive in your ecosystem and tend to your garden throughout the seasons. Along the way, Brian shares his observations on the symbolism of gardening and building an attitude of self-sustainability through the practice, leaving you equipped with not just the hows of gardening, but also the whys. Using only natural, chemical-free techniques that honor, respect and sustain the earth, Brian's methods for a bountiful garden result in a cornucopia of homegrown vegetables and a deeper sense of connection with the earth and the food you eat.

From retired millionaire and trusted Tiktok financial advisor Frank Niu comes this in-depth guide on how to F.I.R.E.-or rather, how to obtain financial independence and retire early in today's world. Learn how to cut costs, negotiate higher salaries and spend sustainably to maximize your income and move up your retirement plans. Plus, discover easy steps you can take that will allow you to quit the job you hate and devote more time to your family and passion projects! Become the next success story with these smart investment strategies for fast results and long-term returns, and learn to avoid common financial pitfalls that could hinder your plans. Thanks to Frank's expert advice and this comprehensive overview of how to achieve F.I.R.E., you too will soon be polishing off your golf clubs, scouting out your new vacation home and pursuing a more satisfying day-to-day.

Kinkade wants what every other teenage boy wants: a girlfriend and a successful rock bandbut that's not as easy as it sounds.After a killer school talent show performance in full masculine presentation, trans boy Kinkade is quickly knocked back down to earth when his crush rejects him, and the whole school sees him in the dress his mother forced him to wear for a family photo. So, when the new girl Madi assumes he is cis and asks him out, he accepts without correcting her.After years of being ignored by his old crush and bullied by other boys, Kinkade just wants to convince Madi that he's a regular guy's guy. To impress her and finally win the approval of his peers, Kinkade agrees to hisbest friend Libby's suggestion that they enter a competition to become the band for prom despite his misgivings.In between band practice, weightlifting, and dates, Kinkade accidentally becomes an animal shelter volunteer under an assumed name-and it's there among the unconditional acceptance of dogs that he finally receives the affirmation he's been longing for.But it's going to be harder than he thought to play the show, get the girl, and become the man he's meant to be.

In the small town of Winston, Pennsylvania, they fear the Lord of the Wood almost as much as they fear God. According to legend, the ghosts of the wood steal the babies of the town if they're left unattended. But this legend has just become a way to scare local kids-until Leah Jones's brother disappears. Leah has no hope for a future outside of Winston, and her only remaining solace is her music. She's on the verge of dropping out of high school, barely balancing her job at the gas station with her duty to care for her baby brother, Owen. But when Owen is taken by the Lord of the Wood, Leah must face the dangers of the forest to write a song that will win Owen back-and discover the truth of how her life went so very wrong.

Everyone's heard of the three little pigs, but what about the three little guinea pigs? Way up in the Andes Mountains, Urku, Inti, and Nina have just finished building three new homes when a surprise visitor arrives. It's Fox, and being pigs, the guineas are quick to judge that he's up to no good, though he wears a stylish scarf and patiently calls, "Guinea pigs, guinea pigs, come with me. I have something for your family."As young readers familiar with the traditional story will recall, many a pig has been tricked before, so it's not surprising that the trio wishes to huddle inside. What the guinea pigs don't see is how the animals are banding together to help them. In the end, it just might take the whole mountain of creatures to show them that things aren't always as they seem and traditional fairytale foes could actually be friends.Set in Andean South America, this fresh, lighthearted twist on a classic tale invites readers to challenge assumptions, embrace community, and trust in teamwork.

Storms and pirates are nothing compared to the evil within men's hearts.After a lifetime of abuse at the hands of superstitious townsfolk, Ophelia Young, a bastard child of the notorious pirate queen, is tired of paying for the sins of her mother. Despite playing by the rules her whole life, she's earned nothing but spite and suspicion. So when a naval officer saves her from the jeering crowd at her mother's hanging, Ophelia hatches a new hope of enlisting in the navy to escape her mother's legacy and redeem her own reputation for good. But Ophelia soon discovers that a life at sea isn't as honorable as she hoped.Betsy Young is as different as she could be from her half-sister Ophelia. She's a nervous homebody who wants to keep her family safe and longs to be in love. So naturally, she's devastated when the son of their family's business partner rejects her hand in marriage and her sister joins the navy. But when her father contracts a life-threatening illness as well, Betsy has to bring Ophelia home to save the family business. Unfortunately for the Young sisters, Betsy trying to get Ophelia recalled reveals that Ophelia enlisted fraudulently under Betsy's name, a secret which Ophelia struggles to keep from crewmates who would kill her if they knew she was the pirate queen's daughter. To save Ophelia from the naval authorities, Betsy will have to board a ship during hurricane season and brave all the dangers of the sea to get them both home safe.

Harness the Healing Power of Plants in Your Home GardenUnlock the benefits of growing and preparing your own restorative herbal remedies at home in this complete guide to cultivating your herbal practice. Devon Young, professional herbalist, trusted author and creator of the blog Nitty Gritty Life, shares her wisdom about everyday healing for you and your family with growing and preparation instructions for over 120 common, easy-to-grow herbs.Accompanied by gorgeous hand-drawn botanical illustrations, this all-in-one reference manual has everything you need to know to grow, harvest and make medicine with the best healing garden plants. Apothecary tips from Devon's own practice provide a wealth of ideas for simple remedies such as preparing a tincture of feverfew to treat migraines and brewing a tea of sea buckthorn to protect against viruses. With Devon's expertise, it's never been easier to become a self-sufficient home herbalist to heal yourself and your family in a holistic, sustainable way.*Features premium lay-flat binding that stays open hands-free*

Going vegan doesn't mean you have to give up those fried, BBQed, comfort meals you love, thanks to this incredible collection of plant-based street food recipes. Will Edmond is a vegan chef and travel blogger, known for his boisterous personality and flavor-packed dishes. In this one-of-a-kind cookbook, Will combines his globe-trotting background and southern roots to bring you 60 vegan recreations of famous street foods from the US and beyond, sure to please any crowd and appetite. Enjoy a coast-to-coast tour of American favorites with recipes like the Texas Fair Corn Dog, The Philly Vegan Cheesesteak, Chicago Juicy Slaw Dog and more. You'll also discover festival must-haves like State Fair Funnel Cake, Spicy Fried Pickles, Crunchy Mozzarella Sticks and Crispy Southern Fried Chick'n. And no street food crawl is complete without international delights like The Gyro, English Fish and Chips, Cheesy Poutine and Street Empanadas. Whether you're brand new to the vegan diet or have been adhering to it for years, this cookbook will help you enjoy nostalgic snacks, treats and sweets with healthier, better-for-you ingredients.

Piano and Amy share a special bond. Piano loves to play music with Amy. And Amy loves Piano, too. "Play me, Amy! Play me!" Piano calls. And they do. Every day they play and practice, testing notes and strengthening fingers. From notes to scales to warm, rippling melodies, together they make a joyful noise. Making beautiful music takes time, and as Amy grows she has less time to play with Piano, until one day, she disappears entirely, leaving Piano abandoned and lonely. Longing to sing but growing less hopeful for Amy's return, Piano fears the worst when moved to a strange new home. But this new home, Piano finds, is a school, and Amy is now a music teacher. Following a surprise reunion that is sure to delight young readers, they share the joy of music with the next generation. With its portrayal of the lasting connection between instrument and musician, this heartfelt story will bring joy to the huge audience of young piano players and all who have known the uplifting power of music, highlighting the ways music brings us together and composes bonds that, like timeless melodies, endure and evolve.

It's easy to believe in the apocalypse when you're losing your religion."Malachite?""A rogue dwarf planet," he explains,breathy with awe.I'm still clicking myselfdeeper into this wormhole,tabs metastasizingacross my browser bar,saying Malachite can heal,Malachite can kill,Malachite will miss,Malachite will hit,and I don't know whichmutually exclusive truth to believe

Ollie Alexander Kandersteen, successful amateur gardener, longs to be a tree: Strong. Tall. And mighty enough to stand up to Everett, the bully next door. Ollie is rather short for his age, and when things are too heavy or too high to reach, Everett is sure to point it out. Ollie wilts, he withers. Inside and out, he feels small. But when Everett, feeling jealous of Ollie's gardening skills, steals Ollie's sapling, an idea takes root..."I couldn't. I shouldn't." But he does! Ollie SWALLOWS an acorn. He waits, wonders, and rumbles ... Burp! With a little care and cultivation, a tree-mendous transformation begins! Ollie's feet root, his arms branch, his locks leaf, and his limbs stretch to the clouds. He's finally strong and tall enough to confront Everett. But when he does, he finds out that being the biggest doesn't always mean you're the mightiest and getting even with a bully might just make you feel smaller than ever.Readers of all ages will root for and relate to Ollie in this whimsical story about working together despite differences, the power of kindness, and what it truly means to be mighty.

Classic Vietnamese Dishes That Say, "I Love You"An chua? (Did you eat, yet?) is a common Vietnamese greeting that expresses affection through the everyday necessity, nourishment and comfort of food. In this special collection of time-honored recipes, Julie Mai Tr¿n, a first-generation Vietnamese-Chinese American and the creator of Share My Roots, celebrates Vietnamese cuisine and culture inspired by her mother's cooking.Julie brings the authentic flavors of Northern, Central and Southern Vietnam's most beloved dishes to your home kitchen. Find over 75 showstopping recipes from childhood classics like Bún Th¿t Nüng (BBQ Pork Vermicelli bowl) and Th¿t Kho Tr¿ng (Braised Pork and Eggs), to restaurant favorites like Ph¿ Bò (Beef Rice Noodle Soup) and Crispy Fried Noodles (Mì Xào Giòn/ Dòn), and must-try dishes including Bánh Xèo (Sizzling Crepes), and Ch¿ Cá Thang Long (Turmeric and Dill Fish).Filled with lush full-page photography and poignant stories of family and Vietnam's history, this love letter to Vietnamese cuisine and family roots paints a colorful landscape of the immigrant experience, serving as a cultural guidepost for generations to come.

50 Recipes for Mooncakes, Bao Buns, Che, Custards, Sweet Soups and More!Explore the delicious world of Vietnam's dessert scene with this authentic collection of recipes from baker Tara Nguyen. These baked goods and frozen treats take you on a tantalizing culinary tour of the country-from ceremonial cakes to ever-popular street stall sweets. Whether you want to re-create the nostalgic dishes of your childhood, or explore Southeast Asian flavors in your baking, these delectable recipes will walk you through how to make dishes like: Honeycomb Cakes (Banh Bo Nuong) Durian Mung Bean Cakes (Banh Pia Sau Rieng) Vietnamese Baguettes (Banh Mi Viet Nam) Custard Bao Buns (Banh Bao Cadé) Salted Egg Yolk Savory Cake (Banh Bong Lan Trung Muoi) Coconut Milk Buns (Banh Mi Sua Dua) Vietnamese Brioche Breads (Banh Mi Hoa Cuc) Banana Sago Pudding (Che Chuoi Bot Bang) 3-Color Dessert (Che Ba Mau) Sesame Balls (Banh Ran Me)Tara helps you execute each recipe perfectly, with detailed instructions and helpful tips on sourcing and working with Southeast Asian ingredients. These beautiful bakes will help you bring the creamy, comforting flavors of Vietnam's most famous desserts into your kitchen no matter where you live!

Four friends, three days, two lovers, and one very haunted theme parkOn a stormy Halloween weekend, Ray enlists his best friends Joaquin, Sofia, and Isabella to help him make a documentary of Malicia, the abandoned theme park off the coast of the Dominican Republic where his mother and brother died in a mass killing thirteen years ago. But what should be an easy weekend trip quickly turns into something darker because all four friends have come to Malicia for their own reasons:Ray has come to Malicia to find out the truth of the massacre that destroyed his family. Isabella has come to make art out of Ray's tragedy for her own personal gain. Sofia has come to support her friends in one last adventure before she goes to med school. Joaquin already knows the truth of the Malicia Massacre and he has come to betray his crush Ray to the evil that made the park possible. With an impending hurricane and horrors around every corner, they all struggle to face the deadly storm and their own inner demons. But the deadliest evil of all is the ancient malignant presence on the island.

Daily Movement Routines to Eliminate Chronic TensionYour body is designed to move without pain. But a sedentary lifestyle can cause tightness, loss of motion and a lack of mobility. Here to reverse this trend so you can get back to operating in the agile, easy way you once did, are chiropractors John Cybulski and Bobby Riley. In this breakthrough book, they show you their most effective stretching routines, simple enough for anyone to do at home, that strengthen key areas of the body so you can move properly and live pain-free once more.No matter your age, athleticism or the nature of your injury, John and Bobby make it easy to understand how the body works, why it breaks down and what you can do to stop your pain from worsening. Each stretching regiment has detailed instructions and pictures, so you can follow along with ease and make sure you are moving with care. Best of all, these routines require no equipment-the most you'll use is your couch! Whether you have shooting pain in your foot when you walk, debilitating sciatica in your lower back, knees that ache when carrying groceries or you want to reverse modern conditions like tech neck and rounded shoulders, these stretches address a variety of critical issues so you can find relief no matter your condition. With these simple and effective movements, you'll eliminate your pain and build a healthier, more resilient body for long-term wellness.

Includes an exclusive reader's guide from Zack SmedleyFrom the critically acclaimed author of Deposing Nathan comes an explosive examination of identity, voice, and the indelible ways our stories are rewritten by others.In the beginning, Owen's story was blank . . . then he was befriended by Lily, the aspiring author who helped him find his voice. Together, the two have spent years navigating first love and amassing an inseparable friend group. But all of it is upended one day when his school's administration learns Owen's secret: that he was sexually assaulted by a classmate.In the ensuing investigation, everyone scrambles to hold their worlds together.Owen, still wrestling with his self-destructive thoughts and choices.His father, a mission-driven military vet ready to start a war to find his son's attacker.The school bureaucrats, who seem most concerned with kowtowing to the local media attention.And Lily, who can't learn that Owen is the mystery victim everyone is talking about . . . because once she does, it will set off a chain of events that will change their lives forever.Heartbreaking and hopeful, this is a coming-of-age story that explores how we rebuild after the world comes crumbling down.

Jumpstart Your Creative FLOW, Banish Writer's Block and (Finally) Write Your Dream Novel Whether a story has just popped into your brain or you've been dreaming about it for years, it's easier than ever to power through your first manuscript with this must-have guide from writing coach Char Anna. Char ditches the fluff and shares tried-and-true methods that will arm you with all the knowledge you need to jump feet first into putting your story to paper. Through her engaging techniques and strategies, you'll learn how to outline like a pro; craft interesting, complex characters that your readers will root for (or against!); avoid plot holes, pacing issues and other common pitfalls that can trip up new writers; write effective dialogue and so much more! No matter if you're writing a contemporary thriller, a historical romance or an epic fantasy, Char's instruction and hands-on exercises will take you from a novel newbie to a seasoned fiction writer in no time at all.

Fight for your dreams, even if it means breaking a few rules."A wonderful baseball story." - Miranda Kenneally, author of Catching Jordan"This one's sure to be a home run with readers!" - Katy Upperman, author of Kissing Max Holden"A strong female protagonist and a swoon-worthy romance, all woven together with wit and charm." - Cheyanne Young, author of The Last Wish of Sasha CadeRyan Russell has life perfectly planned. She's going to take over her family's team, the Buckley Beavers, and become one of the only female General Managers in minor league baseball.Then Sawyer Campbell shows up, and Ryan's carefully laid plans are thrown a major curveball. Sawyer is far more charming than the arrogant jocks she usually manages, though fraternizing is against every rule in the Beaver's handbook.But after figuring out the desperate state of the team's finances, Ryan will have to take risks in order to save her future. She teams up with Sawyer, using his star power to draw in sponsors. But the more time she spends with him, the harder it becomes to play by the rules. Is his partnership the key to saving the Beavers, or a distraction she can't afford?

"Mom, if a frog follows me home, can I keep it?"One summer day, a boy ventures into his backyard on a mission to find the perfect pet. When he asks to keep the animals that happened to "follow" him home, his mom points out that birds belong in the sky and frogs belong in the pond. He starts to wonder: is there an animal that belongs right there with him? In a heartwarming conclusion, he discovers the perfect pet has been around him all along.Readers of all ages will giggle at the sly sense of humor, and adults will love how the mother's questions encourage empathy. Lively illustrations and dialogue play off each other with a sly sense of humor as the boy learns to walk in someone else's shoes-or paws.