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The stunning natural beauty of Canada's west coast gem has attracted and inspired an eclectic mix of people from around the world. These adventurous souls have created a modern city that has everything from glass and steel towers, to chinese red pagodas, totem poles and Sikh temples. Hidden among these landmarks are 111 lesser known oddities and treasures that reveal the magical character of the city.

• The ultimate insider's guide to Washington, DC• Features interesting and unusual places not found in traditional travel guides• Part of the international 111 Places series with over 650 titles and 3.8 million copies in print worldwide• Appeals to both the local market (more than 670,000 people call Washington, DC home) and the tourist market (21.3 million people visit Washington, DC every year!)• Fully illustrated with 111 full-page color photographs• A revised and updated editionStep away from the traditional highlights of the city of innovators, great benefactors, artists, presidents and hucksters to discover innumerable interesting and unknown sites, artifacts and other treats in Washington, DC. Visit places hiding in plain sight, that may go unnoticed or simply be unknown to long-time residents and visitors alike. Play a round of miniature golf among the cherry trees. Buy original art works out of a vintage cigarette machine. Catch a show at one of the refurbished theatres where Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington used to gig. Commune with the Godfather of Go-Go music in his memorial park. Get away from the tourists and peace out by walking a labyrinth alongside the Potomac River. Try a salad made of indigenous root vegetables at a Native American café.

Royal scandals and radiant masterpieces, stunning beauty and the echoes of brutal crimes: this guidebook takes you deep into the magic and myths of England’s ancient capital.<BR><BR>England’s first capital, largest cathedral, and oldest college: Winchester is a city where ancient walls murmur stories of proud warriors and Wintonian pioneers, of brutal crimes and glorious successes.<BR> <BR>Whether you’ve called Winchester home for years, recently moved here, or are just visiting for a short time, these 111 places will captivate, enchant, and amaze you. Try the sparkling wine which rivals champagne or the renowned striped ice cream and visit Europe’s first wasabi grower. Feel a shiver in the Red Room, cross the bridge that predicts the weather and find the garden built by a spy. Amble where Russel Crowe rode and the real Countess of Downton Abbey resides. Defend the city against a Viking invasion and meet the policeman who solved the first-ever train murder.<BR> <BR>Amid it all, you’ll be immersed in Winchester’s stunning architecture, lively atmosphere, and warm energy – a city no longer ruling a kingdom, yet still brimming with power, scandal, secrets, and life.

Winnipeg, a big city with a small-town spirit, is diverse, full of history, and culturally rich. This guide takes you beyond the usual and well-known landmarks and deep into the heart of the city. Take a bison safari and imagine these enormous beasts thundering across the open prairie centuries ago. Get a medium reading in a house with an intriguing paranormal history. Find high-quality Indigenous art and a modern bistro rooted in traditional First Nations cuisine. Discover the creative, unpretentious, resilient, and often quirky nature of The Peg in 111 new ways.

What is so amazing about Mozart's compositions? When did he learn his first instrument? Why did he become a Freemason? Did he have extramarital affairs? Was he poisoned? Does he have descendants? Hardly any other composer is the subject of so many legends. 111 x MOZART provides engaging and amusing answers to the 111 most frequently asked questions about Mozart. * A treasure trove for anyone seeking quick and accurate information about W. A. Mozart's lifework

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Justus Johann Friedrich Dotzauer (1783-1860) performed as a cellist with the Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra and later in the orchestra of the Dresden Staatskappelle where he played in the premieres of Wagner's operas Rienzi and The Flying Dutchman. In 1842 he was singled out for praise by Hector Berlioz: "Besides the outstanding artists whom I have already named, there is the excellent professor Dotzauer. He leads the violoncellists". The 3 volumes of Dotzauer's Violoncellschule (Cello School), and the 4 volumes of his 113 Exercises are among the foundations of the educational cello literature. This first volume of Exercises contains the first 34 of the 113 progressive exercises, edited by Johannes Klingenberg.113 Violoncello-Etüden, Heft 1Friedrich Dotzauer war zu Lebzeiten ausgebildeter Cellist und veröffentlichte neben einer Auswahl an Eigenkompositionen aller Art, besonders natürlich für Solo-Cello, mehrere Schulen für den Instrumentalunterricht. Von Einsteigerlektüre bis Unterrichtswerke für fertig ausgebildete Musiker schrieb Dotzauer für alle Niveaustufen Etüden und Übungen, die auch heute noch, anders als seine Kompositionen, immer noch bekannt und beliebt unter Lehrern und Schülern sind.Dieser Band ist der erste Teil einer Sammlung aller 113 Etüden und beinhaltet die Nummern 1-34.

Friedrich Dotzauer was a trained cellist during his lifetime and, in addition to a selection of his own compositions, published several tutor books. From beginner methods to teaching materials for fully trained musicians, Dotzauer wrote etudes and exercises for all levels, which, unlike his compositions, are still known and popular among teachers and students today.This volume is the second part of a collection of all 113 etudes and includes numbers 35-62.113 Violoncello-Etüden, Heft 2Friedrich Dotzauer war zu Lebzeiten ausgebildeter Cellist und veröffentlichte neben einer Auswahl an Eigenkompositionen aller Art, besonders natürlich für Solo-Cello, mehrere Schulen für den Instrumentalunterricht. Von Einsteigerlektüre bis Unterrichtswerke für fertig ausgebildete Musiker schrieb Dotzauer für alle Niveaustufen Etüden und Übungen, die auch heute noch, anders als seine Kompositionen, immer noch bekannt und beliebt unter Lehrern und Schülern sind.Dieser Band ist der zweite Teil einer Sammlung aller 113 Etüden und beinhaltet die Nummern 35-62.

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A bold reassessment of what caused the Late Bronze Age collapse<BR><BR>In 1177 B.C., marauding groups known only as the "Sea Peoples" invaded Egypt. The pharaoh's army and navy managed to defeat them, but the victory so weakened Egypt that it soon slid into decline, as did most of the surrounding civilizations. After centuries of brilliance, the civilized world of the Bronze Age came to an abrupt and cataclysmic end. Kingdoms fell like dominoes over the course of just a few decades. No more Minoans or Mycenaeans. No more Trojans, Hittites, or Babylonians. The thriving economy and cultures of the late second millennium B.C., which had stretched from Greece to Egypt and Mesopotamia, suddenly ceased to exist, along with writing systems, technology, and monumental architecture. But the Sea Peoples alone could not have caused such widespread breakdown. How did it happen?<BR><BR>In this major new account of the causes of this "First Dark Ages," Eric Cline tells the gripping story of how the end was brought about by multiple interconnected failures, ranging from invasion and revolt to earthquakes, drought, and the cutting of international trade routes. Bringing to life the vibrant multicultural world of these great civilizations, he draws a sweeping panorama of the empires and globalized peoples of the Late Bronze Age and shows that it was their very interdependence that hastened their dramatic collapse and ushered in a dark age that lasted centuries.<BR><BR>A compelling combination of narrative and the latest scholarship, 1177 B.C. sheds new light on the complex ties that gave rise to, and ultimately destroyed, the flourishing civilizations of the Late Bronze Age-and that set the stage for the emergence of classical Greece.

BATTLES IN THE FIELD, BATTLES IN THE BEDWith the demon lord’s curse still threatening to turn the heroine, Lena, into an adults-only magazine, she and Princess Sephilia must embark on a quest to forge a sword that’ll erase the curse for good. Their first destination is the western forest in order to meet up with Pile, the elf who helped Lena on her first quest to defeat the demon lord. But when a new demon sister appears, the two must consider having to enact yet another of the bizarre holy deeds!

Diese Sammlung mit virtuosen Etüden von Marc-André Hamelin, einem der führenden Pianisten der Welt, enstand über einen Zeitraumvon 25 Jahren. Enthalten sind sowohl eigene Charakterstücke als auch Stücke, die Elemente von Werken bekannter Komponistenverwenden oder auf diese verweisen. Die Veröffentlichung dieses Bandes erfolgte zeitgleich mit Hamelins Einspielung dieser Werke bei Hyperion."geistreich, reizvoll, unterhaltsam und von umwerfender Wirkung" (Jed Distler, Gramophone)"Der klassische komponierende Pianist, im 18. und 19. Jahrhundert eine verbreitete Gattung, scheint im 21. unmittelbar vom Aussterbenbedroht zu sein. Der vorbildliche kanadische Pianist Marc-André Hamelin aber leistet seinen Beitrag, um dieser bedrohten Spezies neuesLeben einzuhauchen." (Vivien Schweitzer, New York Times)m Laufe von 25 Jahren hat Marc-André Hamelin, einer der bedeutendsten Klaviervirtuosen unserer Zeit, 12 Etüden in allen Molltonarten geschrieben. Sie umfassen sowohl originäre eigene Werke als auch solche, die Elemente von Werken berühmter Komponisten beinhalten oder sich auf diese beziehen. Einige der Etüden kursieren schon seit Jahren in Pianistenkreisen. "Die frühen Etüden wurden aber inzwischen zahlreichen Änderungen und Verbesserungen unterzogen." (Hamelin). Die nun vorliegende Neuausgabe enthält ein detailliertes zweisprachiges Vorwort (deutsch/englisch) des Komponisten. "Es sind Meisterwerke im Sinne der Etüden-Geschichte. Hamelins Etüden können sich in ihrer Qualität durchaus mit denen von Liszt oder Chopin messen (an denen sich einige der Etüden auch orientieren) - in ihrer Aussagekraft allemal." (Carsten Dürer)

Bei dieser Etüdensammlung aus dem Jahre 1826 handelt es sich nicht nur um das bedeutendste Jugendwerk Franz Liszts, sondern auch um die Vorläuferfassung der "Etudes d'execution transcendante" (UT 50233), welche aufschlussreiche Einblicke in Liszts pianistische und kompositorische Entwicklung gestattet. Die Etüden, deren jede sich einem speziellen technischen Problem widmet, ermöglichen fortgeschrittenen Schülern (ab Mittelstufe) einen Einstieg in das Werk Liszts und erweisen sich zugleich als hervorragende Alternative zu den anspruchsvolleren Etüden von Carl Czerny. Die vorliegende Neuausgabe verwendet erstmals die französische Erstausgabe sowie auszugsweise die Autographe als Hauptquelle, nicht jedoch die von Liszt nicht autorisierten deutschen Nachdrucke. So können zahlreiche Irrtümer in Notentext, Artikulation und Dynamik korrigiert werden. Die Interpretationshinweise geben u.a. Hintergrundinformationen über den jungen Liszt als Lehrer und den Einsatz von Etüden in seinem Unterricht.Schwierigkeitsgrad: 2-3

Walks readers through the process of writing a fictional story. Examples, writing prompts, and checklist summaries help readers apply their knowledge effectively.

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'Clear, thoroughly researched and well-written. Please read it before you buy another self-help book' - Barry Schwartz, author of The Paradox of Choice<BR><BR>'A powerful toolkit that you can use for whatever challenges life has thrown at you' - Annie Duke, author of Quit<BR><BR>'This is the mother of all self-help books! Spencer and Jeremy have ingested a library's worth of advice books and given us the evidence-based ones that actually work' - AJ Jacobs, author of The Year of Living Biblically<BR><BR>'The most thoughtful and comprehensive self-help book I've ever read - written with empathy and clarity' - Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, author of Everybody Lies<BR><BR>------<BR><BR>The world of self-help is overflowing with advice, but you don't have to drown in it...<BR><BR>Experts Spencer Greenberg and Jeremy Stevenson have done the work so you don't have to.<BR>After analysing more than 100 self-help books and 23 different therapies, they uncovered a<BR>hidden truth: all effective self-help techniques collapse into just 12 high-level approaches.<BR>Now, they've distilled those proven methods into a single, actionable guide: The 12 Levers.<BR><BR>Stripped of trends, fads and confusing jargon, The 12 Levers hands you the exact tools you need to navigate life's challenges. You will discover how to:<BR>- Find your direction by clarifying your intrinsic values- Conquer fear with the most scientifically validated anxiety approach in the world- Fix your sleep using the most effective techniques from top sleep therapists- Maximise your downtime with fulfilling 'glad-you-did-it' activities- Get more done by understanding 'The Productivity Equation'- Break the cycle of self-consciousness using the 'Attention Training Technique'<BR>Intuitive and easy to implement, The 12 Levers isn't just another self-help theory - it's your complete psychological toolkit for a better life.

Quincy Jones, one of the world’s most influential musicians, producers, and mentors, shares his profound reflections on creativity, life, and the pursuit of excellence in this moving and practical book.<BR><BR> Drawing from his illustrious career and collaborations with legendary artists, Jones offers practical advice and heartfelt lessons on transforming grief into power, setting meaningful goals, and embracing daily affirmations.<BR><BR> Through personal anecdotes and professional experiences, he reveals the secrets behind his creative process and the importance of honesty, hard work, and nurturing relationships.<BR><BR> This self-development guide is a testament to the belief that creativity is a calling that transcends age and experience. Whether you’re an aspiring artist or a seasoned professional, 12 Notes will inspire you to unlock your creative potential and live a life driven by passion and purpose.

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Over decades of research and work with thousands of families, Russell A. Barkley has become a leading authority on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in kids and teens. He has learned what a huge difference parents can make in supporting their children's success--as well as how overwhelming it can be. This concise guide presents 12 key parenting principles for dealing with common behavioral, emotional, and school challenges. By cultivating a mindset of acceptance and compassion--together with an understanding of the executive function deficits of ADHD--you can strengthen your loving connection with your child and help your whole family thrive. Filled with practical suggestions and quick-reference lists and tips, this is the perfect book to read cover to cover or pick up any time you need extra support.

OVER TEN MILLION COPIES SOLD<BR><BR>#1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER<BR><BR>What are the most valuable things that everyone should know?<BR> <BR> Acclaimed clinical psychologist Jordan B Peterson has influenced the modern understanding of personality, and now he has become one of the world's most popular public thinkers, with his lectures on topics from the Bible to romantic relationships to mythology drawing tens of millions of viewers. In an era of unprecedented change and polarizing politics, his frank and refreshing message about the value of individual responsibility and ancient wisdom has resonated around the world.<BR><BR> In this book, he provides twelve profound and practical principles for how to live a meaningful life, from setting your house in order before criticising others to comparing yourself to who you were yesterday, not someone else today. Happiness is a pointless goal, he shows us. Instead we must search for meaning, not for its own sake, but as a defence against the suffering that is intrinsic to our existence.<BR><BR> Drawing on vivid examples from the author's clinical practice and personal life, cutting-edge psychology and philosophy, and lessons from humanity's oldest myths and stories, 12 Rules for Life offers a deeply rewarding antidote to the chaos in our lives: eternal truths applied to our modern problems.

The #1 Sunday Times bestseller from 'the most influential public intellectual in the Western world right now' (New York Times) - now in paperback.<BR><BR>How should we live properly in a world of chaos and uncertainty?<BR><BR>Jordan Peterson has helped millions of people, young and old, men and women, aim at a life of responsibility and meaning. Now he can help you.<BR><BR>Drawing on his own work as a clinical psychologist and on lessons from humanity's oldest myths and stories, Peterson offers twelve profound and realistic principles to live by. After all, as he reminds us, we each have a vital role to play in the unfolding destiny of the world.<BR><BR>Deep, rewarding and enlightening, 12 Rules for Life is a lifeboat built solidly for stormy seas: ancient wisdom applied to our contemporary problems.

OVER TEN MILLION COPIES SOLD<BR><BR>#1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER<BR><BR>What are the most valuable things that everyone should know?<BR> <BR> Acclaimed clinical psychologist Jordan B Peterson has influenced the modern understanding of personality, and now he has become one of the world's most popular public thinkers, with his lectures on topics from the Bible to romantic relationships to mythology drawing tens of millions of viewers. In an era of unprecedented change and polarizing politics, his frank and refreshing message about the value of individual responsibility and ancient wisdom has resonated around the world.<BR><BR> In this book, he provides twelve profound and practical principles for how to live a meaningful life, from setting your house in order before criticising others to comparing yourself to who you were yesterday, not someone else today. Happiness is a pointless goal, he shows us. Instead we must search for meaning, not for its own sake, but as a defence against the suffering that is intrinsic to our existence.<BR><BR> Drawing on vivid examples from the author's clinical practice and personal life, cutting-edge psychology and philosophy, and lessons from humanity's oldest myths and stories, 12 Rules for Life offers a deeply rewarding antidote to the chaos in our lives: eternal truths applied to our modern problems.

Self-leadership is about realizing the power and potential that is in you and everyone you meet. The world needs you now-in your imperfection and in the midst of your formative processes. You do make a difference. The important question is, "What kind of difference do you make?" You are about to set out on an exciting exploration of your inner world. The 12 Steps of Self-Leadership is designed to help you: - identify and overcome the beliefs and behaviours that are holding you back - clarify and leverage your strengths and natural giftings - increase your Difference Making Quotient - live and lead on purpose This transformational guide is relevant at any stage of your life or leadership journey, and will help you increase your awareness and effectiveness in life, work, and relationships. By fully engaging in the 12 Steps of Self-Leadership you will dramatically increase your Difference Making Quotient and your ability to lead Self and others....

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'If you like your mysteries dark and just a little bit twisted' People.com, 11Festive Mystery Books That Are To Die For This Holiday Season¿¿¿¿Perfect for fans of The White Lotus, Knives Out and anyone who's ever wanted to strangle someone over Christmas lunch.

Winner of the 1990 Icelandic Literature Prize <BR><BR>Few Icelandic authors have mastered the concise art form of the short story as well as Svava Jakobsdóttir. Her stories provide a powerful insight into Icelandic reality and strangeness, while simultaneously reflecting the multifaceted experience and complex relationship between the individual and society. They highlight the vulnerability and loneliness of humanity and are filled with existential peril as well as a unique beauty.<BR>In 12 Women (1965) & Under a Volcano (1990), Svava Jakobsdóttir showcases her iconic feminism and near-mythological voice, beginning with the sparse, classical nature of her earliest work to the more folkloric later pieces. Svava uses her spare prose and incisive observations to interrogate the mundane, probing the relationship between daily life and the sacred elements of being. In these stories, a mother succors her children in a series of gruesome sacrifices, a brother loses himself to the wiles of a mysterious entity, and the disembodied voice of the wind itself guides a young girl as she enters diaspora in a new country.<BR>With an ephemeral undercurrent of folklore and myth, this collection captures the impermanence of experience and examines the many faces of the phases of life, from childhood to old age. Sleek, meditative, and bold, 12 Women & Under a Volcano celebrates Svava Jakobsdóttir’s talent for observation, her gentle wit, and her powerful insight.

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Celebrate kindness with this sweet touch-and-feel board book from the bestselling Kind Hearts series. Perfect for counting down to bedtime with your little one!<BR><BR>Ten little friends have had a busy day.<BR>Nine toys are left as they tidy things away.<BR>Eight drowsy friends brush their teeth with care.<BR>Seven shiny bubbles glisten in the air.<BR><BR>Get ready for bedtime with an adorable cast of animal friends in this irresistible touch-and-feel board book! Featuring a unique tactile element on every other page, including shiny bubbles, a soft blanket, and a sparkly moon, this book invites little ones to experience the story in a hands-on, multi-sensory way while celebrating kindness and gaining confidence with counting in each illustrated scene.<BR><BR>Check out other books in the series, such as ABC of Kindness, 123 of Kindness and ABC of Love.

Mit seinen berühmten klassischen Studien verschiedener Schwierigkeitsgrade gibt Frans Vester einen idealen Einstieg in die typischen Stilmerkmale der verschiedenen musikalischen Epochen (17. - 20. Jh.) und deren Methoden. Lehrwerke und Kompositionen berühmter Flötisten wie Quantz, Böhm oder Köhler machen Vesters Zusammenstellungen zu einem reichen Schatz melodischer, stilistischer und technischer Finessen, der in dieser Formeinzigartig ist. Die 125 leichten, kurzen Etüden sind Übungen der Spieltechnik und des Melodiespiels und stammen aus zehn klassischen Lehrbüchern des Flötenspiels, die alle von sehr berühmten Flötisten - wie u.a. Oevienne, Drouet, Fürstenau, Hugot, Nieholsan - verfasst wurden. Ein unverzichtbares Studienwerk, das dem Ziel des virtuosen Flötenspiels auf jedem Niveau gerecht wird! . Umfangreicher Sammelband leichter klassischer Übungsstücke in ansteigendem Schwierigkeitsgrad . Attraktive Spielstücke, die nebenbei Fingerfertigkeit trainieren

Bildband, 24 x 22 cm quer, 124 Seiten, 94 z.T. großformatigen Aufnahmen, zweisprachig DE/GB, Fadenheftung, 170 g/cm² Bilderdruck matt, Hardcover mit Schutzumschlag, einzeln eingeschweißtEine spannende Bilder- und Zeitreise ist diese fotografische Hommage an das Wahrzeichen Wuppertals, die Schwebebahn, in ihrem Jubiläumsjahr. Mit historischen, z.T. bisher noch nicht veröffentlichten Fotografien und den farbintensiven, atmosphärischen Bildern des bekannten Fotografen Holger Klaes erfahren wir von den höchst innovativen Anfängen der Erfindung, Planung und Entstehung dieses beispiellosen Verkehrsmittels. Bis heute, nur mit kurzen Unterbrechungen und fast unfallfrei hat sie den Personenverkehr in der Stadt schnell, kreuzungsfrei und sicher gemacht. Vertrauensvoll nutzen 80 000 Fahrgäste sie täglich für äußerst zeitsparende und attraktive Fahrten zu Zielen in der Stadt. Von der Chronik aus der Zeit des Aufbaus und der immer wieder erneuerten aktuellen technischen Entwicklung an Beispielen aller Wagentypen aus ihrer Geschichte zeigt das Buch mit mehr als 90 Bildern und Texten die Fahrt auf der 13,3 km langen Strecke über den windungsreichen Wupperfluss mit seinen vielfältigen, so verschiedenen Uferpartien, über Brücken, durch Bahnhöfe in die Depots in Osten und Westen und schauen dabei immer wieder auf den beeindruckenden, stählernen "Lindwurm" oder "stahlharten Drachen", wie sie die in Wuppertal geborene Expressionistin Else Lasker-Schüler nannte. Stadtgeschichte und Uferlandschaften, Informationen über Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Nähe der Bahnhöfe - wer Wuppertal kennenlernen und verstehen möchte geht mit diesem Buch auf Schwebebahnfahrt!

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The most accurate and detailed topographic map of Switzerland for hikers, alpinists, vacationers, individualists and adventurers.- Complete and differentiated rail, road and route networks.- Detailed representations of settled areas, hydrography, vegetation and terrain.- Complete lettering of the shown objects.

The groundbreaking, bestselling series—millions of copies sold worldwide!A classic of ancient human history—and one of the inspirations behind the History Channel’s Ancient Aliens—Zecharia Sitchin’s Earth Chronicles series is the revelatory and deeply provocative masterwork that forever altered humankind’s view of our history and our destiny.Over the years, startling evidence has been uncovered, challenging established notions of the origins of life on Earth—evidence that suggests the existence of an advanced group of extraterrestrials who once inhabited our world.The first book of the revolutionary Earth Chronicles series offers indisputable documentary evidence of the existence of the mysterious planet Nibiru and tells why its astronauts came to Earth eons ago to fashion mankind in their image.The product of more than thirty years of meticulous research, The 12th Planet treats as fact, not myth, the tales of Creation, the Deluge, the Tower of Babel, and the Nefilim who married the daughters of man. By weaving together the biblical narrative with Sumerian and Babylonian clay-tablet texts, it challenges the established notions of the origins of Earth and mankind, and offers a compelling alternative history and prehistory of both.

New York Times bestselling author Maureen Johnson's funny, heartbreaking, and utterly romantic tale gets a great new cover!Ginny Blackstone never thought she'd spend her summer vacation backpacking across Europe. But that was before she received the first little blue envelope from Aunt Peg.This letter was different from Peg's usual letters for two reasons:1. Peg had been dead for three months.2. The letter included $1000 cash for a passport and a plane ticket.Armed with instructions for how to retrieve twelve other letters Peg wrote?twelve letters that tell Ginny where she needs to go and what she needs to do when she gets there?Ginny quickly finds herself swept away in her first real adventure. Traveling from London to Edinburgh to Amsterdam and beyond, Ginny begins to uncover stories from her aunt's past and discover who Peg really was. But the most surprising thing Ginny learns isn't about Peg . . . it's about herself.Everything about Ginny will change this summer, and it's all because of the 13 little blue envelopes.Look for the sequel, The Last Little Blue Envelope!

From bestselling YA authors comes thirteen dazzling contemporary romantic stories inspired by the songs of Taylor Swift! Includes stories by Lynn Painter, Katharine McGee, and Jesse Q. Sutanto!<BR><BR>If you could live inside one Taylor Swift song for a day, which would you pick? In this shimmering anthology, thirteen acclaimed, bestselling authors do just that, reimagining some of Taylor’s most iconic songs as love stories. <BR><BR>Whether you’re in an era of fairy lights and folktales or diss tracks and dance floors, here’s a playlist that features all the hits: The soaring high note of first love. The minor key of heartbreak. And the steady rhythm of true friendship and self-discovery.<BR><BR>As clever and unforgettable as the songs that inspired them, these stories are sure to play on repeat in your head and your heart. <BR><BR>Stories by:<BR>Elise Bryant<BR>Jennifer Dugan<BR>J. Elle<BR>Jessica Goodman<BR>Sloan Harlow<BR>Crystal Maldonado<BR>Krystal Marquis<BR>Katharine McGee<BR>Julie Murphy<BR>Lynn Painter<BR>Laura Sebastian<BR>Sara Shepard<BR>Jesse Q. Sutanto

From bestselling YA authors comes thirteen dazzling contemporary romances inspired by the songs of Taylor Swift!<BR><BR>If you could live inside one Taylor Swift song for a day, which would you pick? In this shimmering anthology, thirteen best-selling and acclaimed authors do just that, reimagining some of Taylor's most iconic songs as love stories.<BR><BR>Whether you're in an era of fairy lights and folktales or diss tracks and dance floors, here's a playlist that features all the hits: The soaring high note of first love. The minor key of heartbreak. And the steady rhythm of true friendship and self-discovery.<BR><BR>As clever and unforgettable as the songs that inspired them, these stories are sure to play on repeat in your head and your heart.

#1 NEW YORK TIMES AND INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • In this poignant young adult novel that inspired the Netflix original series, a high schooler learns that he is one of the thirteen reasons why his classmate committed suicide. <BR><BR>“Eerie, beautiful, and devastating.”—The Chicago Tribune<BR><BR>“A stealthy hit with staying power. . . . thriller-like pacing.”—The New York Times<BR><BR>“Thirteen Reasons Why will leave you with chills long after you have finished reading.”—NPR<BR><BR>You can’t stop the future. <BR>You can’t rewind the past.<BR>The only way to learn the secret . . . is to press play.<BR><BR>Clay Jensen returns home from school to find a strange package with his name on it lying on his porch. Inside he discovers several cassette tapes recorded by Hannah Baker—his classmate and crush—who committed suicide two weeks earlier. Hannah’s voice tells him that there are thirteen reasons she decided to end her life. Clay is one of them. If he listens, he’ll find out why. <BR><BR>Clay spends the night crisscrossing his town with Hannah as his guide. He becomes a first-hand witness to Hannah’s pain and learns the truth about himself—a truth he never wanted to face.<BR><BR>Need to talk? Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) anytime if you are in the United States. It’s free and confidential.<BR><BR>Find more resources at 13reasonswhy.info.<BR><BR>Find out how you can help someone in crisis at bethe1to.com.

"Kick bad mental habits and toughen yourself up."--Inc.Master your mental strength--revolutionary new strategies that work for everyone from homemakers to soldiers and teachers to CEOs.Everyone knows that regular exercise and weight training lead to physical strength. But how do we strengthen ourselves mentally for the truly tough times? And what should we do when we face these challenges? Or as psychotherapist Amy Morin asks, what should we avoid when we encounter adversity? Through her years counseling others and her own experiences navigating personal loss, Morin realized it is often the habits we cannot break that are holding us back from true success and happiness. Indulging in self-pity, agonizing over things beyond our control, obsessing over past events, resenting the achievements of others, or expecting immediate positive results holds us back. This list of things mentally strong people don't do resonated so much with readers that when it was picked up by Forbes.com it received ten million views.Now, for the first time, Morin expands upon the thirteen things from her viral post and shares her tried-and-true practices for increasing mental strength. Morin writes with searing honesty, incorporating anecdotes from her work as a college psychology instructor and psychotherapist as well as personal stories about how she bolstered her own mental strength when tragedy threatened to consume her.Increasing your mental strength can change your entire attitude. It takes practice and hard work, but with Morin's specific tips, exercises, and troubleshooting advice, it is possible to not only fortify your mental muscle but also drastically improve the quality of your life.

Women around the globe, it's time to finally speak up, speak out, be heard, become stronger than ever, and live more meaningful lives. Women encounter a myriad of obstacles, from sexual harassment to unequal pay to objectification and discrimination. But there are very specific tips that each woman, no matter her age or her station in life, can follow right now to make important and significant changes. In this book, women will learn to flex their mental muscles and hurdle over the roadblocks that keep them from achieving their greatest goals. While many people focus on what women should do to live their best lives, only one author will tell women in no uncertain terms which behaviors to avoid in order to become mentally strong.Now Amy Morin, psychotherapist and author of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do, teaches women everywhere how to fortify themselves and face challenges in this powerful, necessary book for our time, breaking down the thirteen habits and mind-sets that women must avoid in order to master their mental strength. These thirteen tried-and-true principles show women how to tackle problems and tough situations in order to live their best?and most powerful?lives, and there's no better guide through the process than Morin, the leading global voice on mental strength. Drawing on scientific evidence, case studies from her own patients, and even celebrity stories of hardship and triumph, Morin shows how mental strength can come from anywhere regardless of career, marriage, or family life. From introducing ways to stop blaming yourself to becoming a rule-breaker, Morin demonstrates how to navigate some of the hardest challenges that women face, while proposing experience-based solutions that promote mental fortitude. By integrating these easy-to-follow exercises and practical tips into daily life, Morin shows that mental strength is achievable?and necessary?to become a strong woman. In addition she discusses how mental strength practice can help with the difficult realities of sexism that still exist even in the era of the #MeToo movement and awareness of workplace harassment, providing specific strategies for dealing with these persistent issues. Featuring stories and experiences from dozens of women and offering a timely approach to the hard-hitting difficulties women are facing?including calling out sexism, fighting harassment, and finding confidence?Morin confronts the status quo by giving women the time, space, and energy to prioritize themselves. The end result frees you from the confusing practices and obstacles that women face every day, and helps inspire you to achieve the mental strength you need to create a life of authentic meaning and joy.