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The Fact of a Body: A Murder and a Memoir
by Alexandria Marzano-LesnevichBustle's 20 Best Non-Fiction Books for MayEntertainment Weekly Books You Have to Read in MayReal Simple's Best New Books to Read in May “A True Crime Masterpiece” – Vogue "This book is a marvel. The Fact of a Body is equal parts gripping and haunting and will leave you questioning whether any one story can hold the full truth." — Celeste Ng, author of the New York Times bestselling Everything I Never Told YouBefore Alexandria Marzano-Lesnevich begins a summer job at a law firm in Louisiana, working to help defend men accused of murder, she thinks her position is clear. The child of two lawyers, she is staunchly anti-death penalty. But the moment convicted murderer Ricky Langley’s face flashes on the screen as she reviews old tapes—the moment she hears him speak of his crimes -- she is overcome with the feeling of wanting him to die. Shocked by her reaction, she digs deeper and deeper into the case. Despite their vastly different circumstances, something in his story is unsettlingly, uncannily familiar. Crime, even the darkest and most unsayable acts, can happen to any one of us. As Alexandria pores over the facts of the murder, she finds herself thrust into the complicated narrative of Ricky’s childhood. And by examining the details of Ricky’s case, she is forced to face her own story, to unearth long-buried family secrets, and reckon with a past that colors her view of Ricky's crime.But another surprise awaits: She wasn’t the only one who saw her life in Ricky’s. An intellectual and emotional thriller that is also a different kind of murder mystery, THE FACT OF A BODY is a book not only about how the story of one crime was constructed -- but about how we grapple with our own personal histories. Along the way it tackles questions about the nature of forgiveness, and if a single narrative can ever really contain something as definitive as the truth. This groundbreaking, heart-stopping work, ten years in the making, shows how the law is more personal than we would like to believe -- and the truth more complicated, and powerful, than we could ever imagine.
"The Fact of the Matter" - Free Short Story
by Madeleine L 'EngleEnjoy this free short story from award-winning author Madeleine L'Engle's newest book, The Moment of Tenderness, a collection of 18 short stories, some never before published. It was a frigid winter day when Old Mrs. Campbell stormed into the Franklins' general store, decrying the devilish nature of her daughter-in-law-a sentiment that deeply disturbed Mrs. Franklin, considering the woman in question, Alicia, was oft described as "saintly" by everyone around her. When she leaves the store in a huff, Mrs. Franklin thinks she's done with Mrs. Campbell's ravings for the day-until the woman calls her late in the night, urgently demanding to see her. Blending elements of fantasy and horror, what transpires between the two women over the course of the evening will test the boundaries of reason, faith, and family-and prove that, in times of great danger, even strangers can come together to help one another in need. For more stories by Madeleine L'Engle, read The Moment of Tenderness, available now.
El factor mamá: Cómo lidiar con la madre que tiene, la que no tiene o con la que todavía lucha
by Henry Cloud John TownsendEL FACTOR MAMÁ ELLA LA FORMÓ DE MANERAS QUE LAS SORPRENERÍAN A LAS DOS Ninguna otra persona influyó tanto como su mamá en lo que usted es hoy. La manera en que enfrentó sus necesidades cuando en su niñez modeló sus puntos de vista, sus relaciones, su matrimonio, su carrera, su imagen personal… su vida. ¿Cómo identificaría los aspectos que necesita transformar, tomaría decisiones positivas hacia un cambio personal y establecería una relación madura y balanceada con su mamá hoy? En El factor mamá, los doctores Henry Cloud y John Townsend le guían hacia un camino de descubrimiento y crecimiento que va más allá de los efectos de seis estilos comunes de crianza: • La mamá fantasma • La mamá muñeca de porcelana • La mamá controladora • La mamá trofeo • La mamá jefa • La mamá tarjeta de crédito
The Facts About Flirting (Two of a Kind Diaries #27)
by Judy Katschke Mary-Kate Olsen Ashley OlsenMary-Kate has a crush on a boy named Jordan. A huge crush. But she's too shy to tell him how she feels. So Ashley starts writing love letters for Mary-Kate and sends them to Jordan. She is thrilled when Jordan writes back to Mary-Kate. His letters are so sweet and funny and romantic . . . Uh-oh. Ashley can't help it, but she's falling for Jordan, too -- big-time!
The Facts and Fictions of Minna Pratt
by Patricia MaclachlanFacts and fictions are different truths. Minna Pratt stares at this message above her mother's typewriter every day and tries to understand it. But how can she, when her mind is already so full? She wishes her mother would ask her normal questions like "How was your day?" instead of "What is the quality of beauty?" She wishes her brother, McGrew, could catch a baseball. She wishes she had a vibrato and could play Mozart on her cello the way he deserves to be played. Then she meets Lucas Ellerby. Minna thinks Lucas has the perfect life. His home runs smoothly and evenly. Dinner conversation is full of facts, and everyone always has matching socks to wear. So why is he so intrigued by her family? Minna doesn't know, but as her friendship with Lucas grows, she discovers some important truths about herself and her family. In Patricia MacLachlan's hope-filled coming-of-age story Minna learns to value her family because of their eccentricities, and to value herself because of her own.
The Facts of Life: A Novel
by Patrick GaleThree generations of a British family struggle through war, intolerance, infidelity, and illness in this &“extraordinary blockbuster&” (Time Out London). In the Roundel, an odd, secluded, eight-sided house in the English countryside, Edward Pepper and Sally Banks build a life. Hoping they&’ve left hardship behind—they met when Sally, a doctor, treated Edward for tuberculosis after he escaped from Nazi Germany to England—they raise a family together. The German-Jewish composer has his devoted wife&’s support—though he is sidetracked by the temptations of the movie industry. But for Edward and Sally, their children, and their children&’s children, tragedy and joy will always go hand-in-hand, as they maneuver through a world of often bitter and brutal realities. And as the decades pass, a family shaped in equal measure by love and human failing will find itself sorely tested by mistrust, tyranny, misunderstanding, and an AIDS diagnosis. It will take more than the strength they found in their wartime romance to fight the battles of everyday life. The critically acclaimed novels of Patrick Gale have been compared to the writings of literary giants from Iris Murdoch to Gabriel García Márquez. Powerful, moving, and magnificent, this multigenerational family saga is one of Gale&’s most compassionate and memorable works, a truly masterful fiction that Armistead Maupin, author of Tales of the City, calls &“achingly true and beautiful.&”
The Facts Speak for Themselves
by Brock ColeAt the request of her social worker, 13-year-old Linda gradually reveals how her life with her unstable mother and her younger brother led to her rape and the murder she witnessed.
Fadeaway
by E. B. VickersWhen a high school basketball star goes missing, a town's secrets are exposed in this edge-of-your seat, addictive read.At 8:53 pm, thousands of people watched as Jake Foster secured the state title for his basketball team with his signature fadeaway. But by the next morning, he's disappeared without a trace. Nobody has any idea where he is: not his best friend who knows him better than anyone else, not his ex-girlfriend who may still have feelings for him, not even his little brother who never expected Jake to abandon him. Rumors abound regarding Jake's whereabouts. Was he abducted? Did he run away to try to take his game to the next level? Or is it something else, something darker--something they should have seen coming? Told from the points of view of those closest to Jake, this gripping, suspenseful novel reminds us that the people we think we know best are sometimes hiding the most painful secrets.
The Faerie Devouring
by Catherine LalondeFinalist for the 2018 Governor General's Literary Awards: La dévoration des fées by Catherine Lalonde (French Language Category)Winner of the 2018 Prix Alain-Grandbois de l'Academie des lettres due QuebecFinalist for the 2018 Grand Prix du Livre de MontréalA modern-day fable and feminist bildungsroman, The Faerie Devouring tells the story of the sprite, her absent mother (who dies in childbirth), and a brood of fatherless boys all raised by Gramma, a stalwart matriarch and wicked faerie godmother. From her rural childhood with its crudeness and toil to an urban rebellion with its glittering pleasures, the sprite struggles with and ultimately overcomes the burden of genealogy. A literary spell cast by the daring and critically-acclaimed Quebecoise author Catherine Lalonde and reimagined by the award-winning poet and translator Oana Avasilichioaei, this feral incantation comes alive through disenchantment, desire, phantasmagoria, defiant imagination, and unruly language.
Failure to Connect: How Computers Affect Our Children's Minds and What We Can Do About It
by Jane M. HealyIn this comprehensive, practical, and unsettling look at computers in children's lives, Jane M. Healy, Ph.D., questions whether computers are really helping or harming children's development. Once a bedazzled enthusiast of educational computing but now a troubled skeptic, Dr. Healy examines the advantages and drawbacks of computer use for kids at home and school, exploring its effects on children's health, creativity, brain development, and social and emotional growth. Today, the Federal Government allocates scarce educational funding to wire every classroom to the Internet, software companies churn out "educational" computer programs even for preschoolers, and school administrators cut funding and space for books, the arts, and physical education to make room for new computer hardware. It is past the time to address these issues. Many parents and even some educators have been sold on the idea that computer literacy is as important as reading and math. Those who haven't hopped on the techno bandwagon are left wondering whether they are shortchanging their children's education or their students' futures. Few people stop to consider that computers, used incorrectly, may do far more harm than good. New technologies can be valuable educational tools when used in age-appropriate ways by properly trained teachers. But too often schools budget insufficiently for teacher training and technical support. Likewise, studies suggest that few parents know how to properly assist children's computer learning; much computer time at home may be wasted time, drawing children away from other developmentally important activities such as reading, hobbies, or creative play. Moreover, Dr. Healy finds that much so-called learning software is more "edutainment" than educational, teaching students more about impulsively pointing and clicking for some trivial goal than about how to think, to communicate, to imagine, or to solve problems. Some software, used without careful supervision, may also have the potential to interrupt a child's internal motivation to learn. Failure to Connect is the first book to link children's technology use to important new findings about stages of child development and brain maturation, which are clearly explained throughout. It illustrates, through dozens of concrete examples and guidelines, how computers can be used successfully with children of different age groups as supplements to classroom curricula, as research tools, or in family projects. Dr. Healy issues strong warnings, however, against too early computer use, recommending little or no exposure before age seven, when the brain is primed to take on more abstract challenges. She also lists resources for reliable reviews of child-oriented software, suggests questions parents should ask when their children are using computers in school, and discusses when and how to manage computer use at home. Finally, she offers a thoughtful look at the question of which skills today's children will really need for success in a technological future -- and how they may best acquire them. Based on years of research into learning and hundreds of hours of interviews and observations with school administrators, teachers, parents, and students, Failure to Connect is a timely and eye-opening examination of the central questions we must confront as technology increasingly influences the way we educate our children.
Failure to Launch: Why Your Twentysomething Hasn't Grown Up...and What to Do About It
by Mark McConvilleFrom an expert in adolescent psychology comes a groundbreaking, timely, and necessary guide for parents of the 2.2 million young adults in America who are struggling to find their way in the world.In Dr. Mark McConville's decades of experience as a family clinical psychologist, perhaps no problem has been more fraught than that of young adults who fail to successfully transition from adolescence into adulthood. These kids--technically adults--just can't get it together: They can't hold a job, they struggle to develop meaningful relationships, and they often end up back in their parents' spare bedroom or on the couch. In fact, studies show that 1 in 4 Americans aged 25 to 34 neither work nor attend school, and it's a problem that spans all socioeconomic and geographic boundaries.McConville investigates the root causes of this problem: Why are modern kids "failing to launch" in ever-increasing numbers? The key, McConville has found, is that they are struggling with three critical skills that are necessary to make the transition from childhood to adulthood--finding a sense of purpose, developing administrative responsibility, and cultivating interdependence. In Failure to Launch, McConville breaks these down into achievable, accessible goals and offers a practical guide for the whole family, to help parents instill those skills in their young adults--and to get their kids into the real world, ready to start their lives.
The Fainting Room
by Sarah Pemberton StrongSet in suburban Connecticut in 1983, The Fainting Room is about a young girl with a Philip Marlowe alter ego who becomes involved in a bizarre and ultimately destructive love triangle with a troubled married couple who take her in for the summer.
Fair and Tender Ladies
by Lee SmithIvy Rowe, Virginia mountain girl, then wife, mother, and finally "Mawmaw," never strays far from her home-but the letters she writes take her across the country and over the ocean. Writing "to hold onto what's passing," she tells stories that are rich with the life of Appalachia in words that are colloquial, often misspelled, but always beautiful. From childhood, when teachers encouraged her gift for language, to her rebellious teenage years when she swore against motherhood-only to then become a mother-and on through life, Ivy writes with insight, honesty, and a passion for living that is sure to be infectious.
Fair Is Fair (Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit)
by Mike BerenstainBrother and Sister teach bossy Too-Small how to be fair and play well with others at the playground in this Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit storybook!Kids ages 3 to 7 will enjoy this sweet, faith-based story filled with fun, colorful illustrations—it&’s the perfect read-aloud for any day! The Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit series celebrates the joy of faith, family, and friends—values essential to a wholesome and fulfilling life!This 32-page hardcover storybook, created by Mike Berenstain, son of Stan and Jan Berenstain, includes a soon-to-be classic story about playing fair at the playground! When Too-Small tries to be bossy, no one wants to play with him. Thankfully, Brother and Sister agree to teach him how to be fair and play well with others! Other Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit Books:CaringSharingLoveFamilyTrust
Fair Juno (Mira Ser. #No. 13)
by Stephanie LaurensA widow rescued from kidnappers finds herself at the mercy of her seductive protector in this Regency romance from a New York Times–bestselling author.When the Earl of Merton suddenly finds himself playing the knight in shining armor to a damsel in distress, he knows his days as a notorious rake are numbered. But though the lady seems grateful for his assistance, she flees the scene without revealing her name. And though past scandals and present dangers threaten his pursuit of the mysterious lady, he knows she is to be his destiny.Praise for Stephanie Laurens“Laurens’ writing shines.” —Publishers Weekly“Stephanie Laurens’ heroines are marvelous tributes to Georgette Heyer: feisty and strong.” —Cathy Kelly, #1 Sunday Times–bestselling author of The Wedding Party“All I need is her name on the cover to make me pick up the book.” —Linda Howard, New York Times–bestselling author of An Independent Wife
The Fairest (Urban Underground #8)
by Anne SchraffAlonee's high school is holding a medieval fair where one junior will be crowned princess. Alonee is concerned when the selection process turns into a dramatic popularity contest where girls go to great lenghths to win.
Fairies Don't Fight: A Sprightly Sibling Story
by Courtney Pippin-MathurNissa and Piper are twins—fairy twins! In fact, they&’re the first twin fairies that have ever bloomed in their field. All the other fairies expect that they will be best friends, frolicking happily among the magical mushroom caps and daisy petals. But Nissa and Piper are as different as can be. While Nissa sings loud, Piper wants to quietly read. When Piper wants to make dresses out of long vines, Nissa would rather swing on them until they snap! When Piper works hard collecting gems, Nissa is off chasing fireflies. Will their differences get in the way of the fairy sisters being the very best of friends? Or will they lead to pouting, arguing, and tears? Nissa and Piper must learn to get along! Because everyone knows that fairies play together all day and that fairies don&’t fight!
The Fairy Bargains of Prospect Hill
by Rowenna Miller"A warm-hearted yet fierce fairy tale."―H. G. Parry In the early 1900s, two sisters must navigate the magic and the dangers of the Fae in this enchanting and cozy historical fantasy about sisterhood and self-discovery. There is no magic on Prospect Hill—or anywhere else, for that matter. But just on the other side of the veil is the world of the Fae. Generations ago, the first farmers on Prospect Hill learned to bargain small trades to make their lives a little easier—a bit of glass to find something lost, a cup of milk for better layers in the chicken coop. Much of that old wisdom was lost as the riverboats gave way to the rail lines and the farmers took work at mills and factories. Alaine Fairborn&’s family, however, was always superstitious, and she still hums the rhymes to find a lost shoe and to ensure dry weather on her sister&’s wedding day. When Delphine confides her new husband is not the man she thought he was, Alaine will stop at nothing to help her sister escape him. Small bargains buy them time, but a major one is needed. Yet, the price for true freedom may be more than they&’re willing to pay. Praise for The Fairy Bargains of Prospect Hill:"Brimming with folk magic and delightfully sinister hidden worlds. Truly enchanting.&”―Leslye Penelope "A beautifully written tale of feminine power, sisterly devotion, and magic as old as the hills themselves.&”―Louisa Morgan For more from Rowenna Miller, check out:The Unraveled KingdomTorn Fray Rule
Fairy Food: Treats for Fanciful Meals & Parties (Whimsical Treats)
by Marie W. LawrenceWhimsical recipes for fairy-themed lunches, teatime, desserts, and more! There are many kinds of fairies—garden fairies, orchard fairies, meadow fairies, woodland elves, and a number of unique water fairies such as sprites and nymphs. One thing all fairies have in common is a love of delicious food! Fruits, berries, and wild honey are sure to keep almost any fairy happy for hours on end. A nibble of cake or pastry will make them positively joyous! Explore the whimsical world of fairy food in this delightful cookbook. Whether you're planning a fairy-themed party or just wish to add an element of fancy to your meals, you'll find plenty to inspire you here, from breakfasts and lunches to teatime to dessert. Discover recipes such as: Pastel Berry Shortbread RoundsRainbow Tea BreadWild Violet Tea SandwichesElves&’ Emerald Mushroom PizzaWater Sprites&’ Watermelon SoupCream Puff Fairy RingFirefly CupcakesFondant Fireflies, Honeybees and BumblebeesCreamy Chocolate Rainbow ConesPixies&’ PopcornBlooming Honey Biscuitsand much more! Many recipes include elements that children can help prepare for added fun. Full of inspiring photographs of fairy food and drink, as well as a fairy-themed garden tea party, this delightful cookbook makes a unique gift for the fairy enthusiast in your life.
The Fairy Godmother Academy #5: Sumi's Book
by Jan BozarthSumi Hara loves fashion. She always looks beautiful, and always wears the perfect outfit. When she arrives in Aventurine, Sumi is thrilled to learn that she's a shape-shifter. Unfortunately, she's not very good at shape-shifting yet, so she's given a guide named Kano--who's distractingly gorgeous in his human form. But right away they get off on the wrong foot; Sumi can't understand why this boy doesn't seem to like her. When they find out that an evil fairy queen holds the final mirror shard needed to complete their mission, Sumi will have to discover what true beauty and perfection are, or she could lose Kano and her chance to become a fairy godmother.Girl-powered adventure filled with danger and magic--perfect for girls who have outgrown the American Girls books and Disney Fairies.Visit FairyGodmotherAcademy.com.From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Fairy Godmother Academy #6: Trinity's Book
by Jan BozarthTrinity has always been fearless--she loves climbing and finding the highest possible points to look out over New York City. In Aventurine, she arrives just as the fairy queens are meeting to determine the location of the baby that will one day succeed Queen Patchouli as the queen of all of Aventurine. The baby can be found in the dangerous land above the clouds, the Cantigo Uplands. The only way to reach this land is to climb the mile-high pine trees of the Cloud Forest. Trinity quickly volunteers for the mission. Armed with a kite to help her soar up into the clouds, Trinity's bravery will be tested as she faces monstrous enemies, makes strange new friends, and discovers her own special brand of magic.
Fairy Mom and Me
by Sophie KinsellaFrom the bestselling author of the Shopaholic series and the novel Finding Audrey comes the first of a duology for young readers about a girl learning to become a fairy from her imperfect fairy mom, with a tech twist.Ella Brook can't wait to grow up, because one day she will become a fairy and have her own sparkly wings and a teacher on Fairy Tube, just like her mom! Until then, Ella has to learn by watching her mom in action. But sometimes spells go wrong, and Ella's mom can never seem to remember the right magic codes. A lot of the time, it's up to Ella to come to the rescue. Does she have what it takes to be a fairy one day? Or will there be more glitches than glitter?
Fairy Mom and Me (Fairy Mom and Me #1)
by Sophie Kinsella Marta KissiFans of Sophie Kinsella's sparkling humor will love her first ever illustrated series for young readers about the charming adventures of a mother-daughter fairy duo! <P><P>Ella Brook can't wait to grow up, because one day she will become a fairy and have her own sparkly wings and a teacher on Fairy Tube, just like her mom! Until then, Ella has to learn by watching her mom in action. But sometimes spells go wrong, and Ella's mom can never seem to remember the right magic codes on her Computawand. <P><P>A lot of the time, it's up to Ella to come to the rescue. Does she have what it takes to be a fairy one day? Or will there be more glitches than glitter?
Fairy Mom and Me #2: Fairy In Waiting (Fairy Mom and Me #2)
by Sophie Kinsella Marta KissiThe second hilarious installment in international bestselling author Sophie Kinsella's charming middle grade series about a magical mother-daughter relationship.Ella Brook is used to being a Fairy-in-Waiting. It means that one day she will become a fairy with her own sparkly wings and Computawand just like her mom. But sometimes Ella doesn't want to have to wait any longer. After all, she helps her mom remember magic codes all the time! If only there was a spell for growing up faster. Will Ella prove that she's ready to become a fairy? Or will she learn that she doesn't need real magic to save the day?
Fairy Mom and Me #2: Fairy In Waiting (Fairy Mom and Me #2)
by Sophie Kinsella Marta KissiThe favorite mother-daughter fairy team is back! Glittery wings, magic codes and multiplying ice cream cones combine in these next adventures from New York Times bestselling author Sophie Kinsella.Ella Brook is used to being a fairy in waiting. It means that one day she will become a fairy with her own sparkly wings and Computawand, just like her mom. But sometimes Ella doesn't want to have to wait any longer. After all, she helps her mom remember magic codes all the time! If only there were a spell for growing up faster.Will Ella prove that she's ready to become a fairy? Or will she learn that she doesn't need real magic to save the day?