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On a bright day at the Epsom Derby, 4 June 1913, Emily Wilding Davison was hit by the king’s horse in one of the defining moments of the fight for women’s suffrage - what became known as feminism’s first wave. The second wave arose in the late-1960s, activists campaigning tirelessly for women’s liberation, organising around a wildly ambitious slate of issues - a struggle their daughters continued in the third wave that blossomed in the early 1990s. Now, 100 years on from the campaign for the vote, a new tide of feminist voices is rising.

In the prequel to the stunning Deadglass trilogy, a fascinating paranormal series, one woman’s desire for a forbidden man will spark a centuries-long supernatural conflict—and a love nothing can destroy. She’s the heiress to Seattle’s most powerful shifter clan. Her destiny is as controlled and certain as moonrise. However, from the moment Alice Corbette encounters the man known as Brand, she will defy all constraints, breaking every rule in the book to make this dragon-shifter hers.

This guided mindfulness exercise featuring a sweet bear cub will help kids feel calm, wherever they are. Kids will learn to breathe deeply and soothe themselves slowly to sleep, just like a bear in hibernation! Written and read by Kira Willey, winner of three Parents' Choice Gold Awards, this...

Nurse Kayla Friday has dedicated her life to science and reason. But for her, Seattle is a place of eerie loss and fragmented, frightening memories. Now the only clue to her sister’s murder reveals a secret battle between two ancient mythologies - and puts Kayla in the sights of lethally sexy werewolf-mercenary Hart. He’ll do whatever it takes to obtain the key to the Gate of the Land of the Dead and free what’s left of his soul. But seducing the determined Kayla is putting them both at the mercy of powerful desires neither can control.

They restructured their bond. Now they must save reality itself. Six months after transforming their forced connection into chosen partnership, Damon and Lirael have built something extraordinary—a bond stronger than any the Order has seen. But their hard-won peace shatters when they discover a terrible truth: the First Thread, the ancient foundation supporting every bond in existence, is unraveling. Seventy-three billion connections. All failing. All doomed unless someone can stop the entity attacking the Thread's core. As newly recognized Weavers, Damon and Lirael possess abilities no ...

Marika Vecera, an accomplished war reporter, has dedicated her life to helping the world's oppressed and forgotten. When not on one of her dangerous assignments, she lives in Boston, exploring a new relationship with Seb, a psychologist who offers her glimpses of a better world. Returning from a harrowing assignment in Congo, where she was kidnapped by rebel soldiers, Marika learns that a man she has always admired from afar, Pulitzer-winning war correspondent Robert Lewis, has committed suicide.

Nina: Mutter, Ehefrau, MTA. Erfüllt alle Rollen, doch daneben gibt es eine, von der niemand etwas weiß. Alexander: Oberarzt, Ehemann, Vater. Tut alles für seine Familie, opfert sich auf als Arzt – und wer dankt es ihm? Emilia: Gymnasiastin. Zum ersten Mal richtig verliebt. Sucht ihren eigenen Weg, geht aber den des Freundes. Ben: Student. Es geht ihm gut. Es geht ihm wirklich gut. Verdammt noch mal, es geht ihm gut! Nina, Alexander, Emilia und Ben. Eine liebevolle Mutter, ein beruflich erfolgreicher Vater, zwei wohlgeratende Kinder. Doch wenn der Druck steigt, reißt die Fassade auf.

From the author of BREATHE LIKE A BEAR comes a new collection of Mindful Moments! These easy-to-follow exercises help kids calmly and mindfully navigate their day, from sunrise to sunset. With sections dedicated to key activities in a child's routine--waking up, traveling, learning, playing...

Marissa will do a lot for a free cookie, even go on a blind date. Her date Scott smelled like cinnamon rolls and made her laugh. But even cookies have limited power. When Scott asked about a second date, Marissa knew it was time to bolt. Marissa’s only relief is she lives hours away and can pretend this evening never happened—until she goes to work to find her job is under new management … suit wearing, cinnamon smelling, Scott management.

Thorne Evers has lived in the Coven of Neoma all her life, but a week before her seventeenth birthday, her life in the coven shatters. A great evil, that had once been banished, is brought back after a spell gone wrong. And it’s after her. In an attempt to keep her and the rest of Neoma safe, Thorne unwillingly decides to enroll at Aristide, a small private school, to hide among mortals. But living with a bunch of mortals means no magic. Thorne must learn how to live without using her magic or risk being caught–maybe even killed.

Gluten-free lifestyle made easy, exciting, and fun! Discover how much variety you can enjoy on a gluten-free diet so that you never feel deprived again. Your guide to eating healthy and gluten-free while keeping your taste buds satisfied!

Everyone is looking for a lasting peace, but few seem to find it. Authors Kira Marie McCullough and Keb Burns put a new spin on the subject, contending that peace is a gift from God that begins in the heart. When we look to God as our source, he gives us treasures of grace that overflow into every area of our lives. Through a lifetime of learning, McCullough and Burns have discovered that peace can be found in the most unusual situations, from: · Hurricane catastrophes to tornado disasters · Chronic illnesses to loss of loved ones · Weird car troubles to bizarre kitchen fires From ...

This mindful moment teaches kids to breathe like a bunny and find their own focused energy! With Bunny Breaths, kids learn to how to replenish their energy with quick, focused breaths...no matter how blah they feel. This simple, fun exercise can be done anywhere: in the backseat of a car...

A cursed crown. A forbidden bond. A kingdom that will burn for both. Rowan was never meant to wear the Crown. The Thornbound Crown is more than a symbol of power—it is an ancient relic of living magic, bound to the roots of the land itself. Those who claim it must survive the Thornmind, the labyrinth of magic and memory hidden within the crown’s power. Most never return. When Rowan is forced into the Crown rite, she awakens a bond she was never meant to touch—one tied to Caelan, a warrior whose fate is entwined with the crown’s dark magic. Their connection is dangerous, unstable, ...

Unlock the blueprint to entrepreneurial excellence with Six Figure Success Secrets Vol 2! In this compelling sequel, a diverse group of successful business owners pulls back the curtain to reveal the strategies and mindset shifts that propelled them to six-figure revenues and beyond. From innovative marketing techniques to mastering the art of networking, each author dives deep into practical tips while sharing their inspiring stories of overcoming challenges. Learn how these entrepreneurs overcame obstacles, stayed resilient, and continually adapted in the ever-changing business landscape....

As Christmas comes to Land Far Away, all creatures make ready for the festivities. One young Linzer is not satisfied by the prospect of gifts - she wants to capture the big man, Father Christmas himself.

My life was beautiful. I used to dream, set goals but then came a loan that can’t be paid. It’s even more than my life and dignity so here I am now, compelled to comply with the agreement. I belong to him now and he owes me now, owns everything I have and I have to cooperate else my family will be troubled. I am breathing but there is nothing left to live. I am alive but my independence is lost. I can't recall the time when I was happy, when I used to smile. Now all I have here is darkness and locked emotions, and all I remember is rules & punishment. I am on the edge of losing my mind,...

Grace Mercer’s unmatched wraith-killing ability made her the unofficial defender of a city shattered by supernatural catastrophe. So there’s no way she’ll allow the new regent of Seattle’s most powerful dragon-shifter clan to "protect" her from a vicious evil stalking the ruined streets or keep her from the freedom she’s risked everything to earn. Leif’s science-honed instincts tell him Grace is the key to keeping shifters and humans safe, but helping this wary fighter channel her untapped power is burning away the dragon’s sensual self-control and putting a crucial alliance at risk.

Part of the Mindfulness Moments for Kids series, this mindful breathing moment teaches kids to find peace and calm. With Hot Cocoa Calm, kids learn to how to take control of their emotions and breathe their way to calm. The perfect soothing listen for bedtime before the winter holidays, this...

A sparkling selection of one-off comedy shows from Radio 4's Sunday night Stand Up Specials season Since 2018, BBC Radio 4 has been making the nation laugh with its Stand Up Specials strand, featuring fantastic half-hour sets from a host of celebrated comedians. This wide-ranging collection...