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A Little Less Broken: How an Autism Diagnosis Finally Made Me Whole
by Marian SchembariOne woman’s decades-long journey to a diagnosis of autism, and the barriers that keep too many neurodivergent people from knowing their true selvesMarian Schembari was thirty-four years old when she learned she was autistic. By then, she’d spent decades hiding her tics and shutting down in public, wondering why she couldn’t just act like everyone else. Therapists told her she had Tourette’s syndrome, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sensory processing disorder, social anxiety, and recurrent depression. They prescribed breathing techniques and gratitude journaling. Nothing helped.It wasn’t until years later that she finally learned the truth: she wasn’t weird or deficient or moody or sensitive or broken. She was autistic.Today, more people than ever are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Testing improvements have made it easier to identify neurodivergence, especially among women and girls who spent decades dismissed by everyone from parents to doctors, and misled by gender-biased research. A diagnosis can end the cycle of shame and invisibility, but only if it can be found.In this deeply personal and researched memoir, Schembari’s journey takes her from the mountains of New Zealand to the tech offices of San Francisco, from her first love to her first child, all with unflinching honesty and good humor.A Little Less Broken breaks down the barriers that leave women in the dark about their own bodies, and reveals what it truly means to embrace our differences.
Little & Lion
by Brandy ColbertA stunning novel on love, loss, identity, and redemption, from Publishers Weekly Flying Start author Brandy Colbert. When Suzette comes home to Los Angeles from her boarding school in New England, she isn't sure if she'll ever want to go back. L.A. is where her friends and family are (along with her crush, Emil). And her stepbrother, Lionel, who has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, needs her emotional support.But as she settles into her old life, Suzette finds herself falling for someone new...the same girl her brother is in love with. When Lionel's disorder spirals out of control, Suzette is forced to confront her past mistakes and find a way to help her brother before he hurts himself--or worse. <br> <b>Winner of the 2018 Stonewall Book Award</b>
Little Lord Fauntleroy (Dover Children's Evergreen Classics)
by Frances Hodgson Burnett"Compellingly readable."—Horn BookA seven-year-old boy is transported from the mean streets of nineteenth-century New York to the splendor of his grandfather's English manor in this beloved classic of children's literature. Young Cedric is astonished to find himself in possession of the title of Lord Fauntleroy and dismayed at his separation from his adored mother during the schooling for his new position. The Earl of Dorincourt, Cedric's crotchety grandfather, intends to instruct Cedric in the manners of the peerage; as it happens, the child teaches the man some valuable lessons about the true meaning of nobility.Written by the author of A Little Princess and The Secret Garden, Little Lord Fauntleroy has enchanted generations of readers. Its conviction that nothing in the world is as strong as a kind heart has made the lovable lordling’s name synonymous with his gentle sincerity and tenderness.
A Little Me
by Amy RoloffTLC star Amy shares what it was like growing up with dwarfism, how she struggled to overcome obstacles both physical and emotional while learning, as we all must, to accept herself for who she is. &“God doesn&’t make mistakes.&” For Amy Roloff, star of TLC&’s hit reality show Little People, Big World, her father&’s words would repeatedly serve as an anchor, reminding her of her inherent worth and purpose, whenever feelings of insecurity and inadequacy surfaced and threatened to overwhelm her. In A Little Me, Amy shares what it was like growing up with achondroplasia dwarfism, how she struggled to overcome obstacles both physical and emotional—navigating the average-size world as a little person, dealing with a serious illness as a young girl, bullying, and issues of body image and unachievable beauty ideals—while learning, as we all must, to accept herself for who she is. Finally allowing herself to be vulnerable enough to open up to others, she learned that it&’s worth risking possible rejection for a chance at genuine relationships. Ultimately, it was Amy&’s faith, as well as the support and encouragement of her community of loving family and good friends, that saw her through the dark times and allowed her to realize her greatest dreams and beyond. Amy&’s memoir is an inspiring and at times heart-wrenching account of resilience and the strength of the human spirit to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles.
Little Men
by Louisa May AlcottConsidered the unofficial sequel to Little Women, Little Men is about a now adult and married Jo March and the boy's school she runs with her husband, Professor Bhaer. Plumfield is not a traditional school of the time—some of children run their own little businesses. They are also allowed to have pets and gardens, and there's even a scheduled pillow fight time. The story begins with the arrival of new student Nat Blake, and it is from his perspective that we see the other characters. Mischief, friendship, and learning abound in Plumfield as the boys are molded into little men.
Little Men: Life At Plumfield With Jo's Boys - Primary Source Edition (Dover Children's Evergreen Classics)
by Louisa May AlcottJo March, the tomboy heroine of Little Women, has grown up! She returns in this beloved sequel as a young woman with a family of her own. Jo and her husband, Professor Bhaer, open their hearts (and their home) to educate and care for a handful of rowdy yet well-meaning youngsters.Plumfield, the school where the boys learn "how to help themselves and be useful men," has a spirited student body that includes — in addition to the Bhaers' two sons — Nat, an orphaned street musician, cold and frightened when he first appears at the Bhaers' door; business-minded Tommy; Dan, a "wild boy" eventually tamed by love and kindness; and other endearing little mischief-makers.Outside the classroom, the boys rush headlong from one prank to another — from playing matador with the family cow to nearly setting the school afire with a smoldering cigar stub. But in the end, they prove to have a positive effect on the lives of the entire Bhaer family. With tales ranging from tearful to cheerful, this heartwarming unabridged classic promises young readers an exciting and fun-filled visit to nineteenth-century America.
The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning (The Little Mermaid)
by Disney PressWHEN ARIEL WAS A VERY YOUNG mermaid, King Triton banned all music beneath the sea. What happens when King Triton learns of his daughter’s secret music club? Find out in this full-color retelling of The Little Mermaid III: Ariel’s Beginning, releasing on DVD in summer 2008.
The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning (Disney Princess)
by Disney PressWHEN ARIEL WAS A VERY YOUNG mermaid, King Triton banned all music beneath the sea. What happens when King Triton learns of his daughter’s secret music club? Find out in this full-color retelling of The Little Mermaid III: Ariel’s Beginning, releasing on DVD in summer 2008.
Little Miseries: This Is Not A Story About My Childhood. A Novel
by Kimberly Olson Fakih&“A lively and energetic account of growing up in the Midwest in the last century, in a variegated family assailed by disasters great and small.&” —Lynne Sharon Schwartz, author of Truthtelling In the tradition of Mad Men and Rick Moody&’s The Ice Storm, Little Miseries captures an era of parental indifference, in which children were left to grow up on their own through tiny moments that both chipped away at their innocence and added to their resilience. In 1960s Iowa, Kimmy Castle and her siblings are often left to their own devices, catching provocative glimpses of adulthood during cocktail parties, in school, and on the news. There are whispers of sex, a gym coach&’s bullying of her classmates, and horrific reports of local abductions and massacres. On the periphery of grown-up lives, Kimmy must try to make sense of her feelings as she navigates the so-called rules of their intoxicating—yet terrifying—world . . . &“Shows how catastrophic the secret world of grown-ups can truly be on the delicate web that is a family. Fakih&’s book, her first for adults, will appeal to anyone who looks back on their own childhood with a mixture of nostalgia and horror. Despite the book&’s unwieldy structure, it shows Fakih as a gifted chronicler of children&’s helplessness and familial angst.&” —Kirkus Reviews &“Little Miseries, indeed. But first there&’s joy, wonder and resiliency. Fakih lovingly captures the rapture and mysteries of childhood en reroute to a loss of innocence that is heartbreaking yet triumphant.&” —Michael H. Weber, Oscar-nominated screenwriter and co-writer of 500 Days of Summer
Little Miss, Big Sis
by Amy Krouse RosenthalThe perfect picture book for children expecting a new sibling, from the beloved New York Times bestselling author of Dear Girl, I Wish You More, and Yes Day, Amy Krouse Rosenthal.The big news is this: Little Miss becomes a big sis! Little Miss learns the wonders of becoming a big sister as she and her family celebrate the momentous arrival of a new baby.From Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Peter H. Reynolds, the creators of Plant a Kiss, comes a charming story about Little Miss, who is about to become a big sis.A perfect gift for any child becoming a big brother or sister and any expecting families!
Little Miss Twins (Mr. Men and Little Miss)
by Roger HargreavesTravel to Twoland where two friends can be double the fun fun!!
A Little Moment of Kindness for Children (Little Moments for Children)
by Jenny MeldrumA Little Moment of Kindness helps young children explore what it means to be kind to themselves and those around them. Even at such a young age, children are learning to interact with other people in their lives, be it friends, grandparents or siblings. All the time they are observing how we treat each other, so the need to emphasise the kindness and patience is as valuable as it is necessary.This beautifully illustrated book helps children think about what kindness means and it value in the world. Each illustration is placed alongside an inspirational thought which allows room for reflection and encouragement for children. Designed to enjoy through individual reading or with an older family member, this series allow parents and grandparents to read alongside their young ones and share together in the experience of slowing-down, valuing stillness and thoughtfulness, and spending time in the company of family members and God.
A Little Moment of Me for Children (Little Moments for Children)
by Jenny MeldrumA Little Moment of Me helps young children explore what it means to be loved for who you are. Even at such a young age, children are faced with the big themes of identity and self worth, and the need to bring reassurance and a sense of security to children is as valuable as it is necessary. This beautifully illustrated book brings that reassurance to young children that, whoever they are is valued and loved by God. Each illustration is placed alongside an inspirational thought which allows room for reflection and encouragement for children. Designed to enjoy through individual reading or with an older family member, this series allow parents and grandparents to read alongside their young ones and share together in the experience of slowing-down, valuing stillness and thoughtfulness, and spending time in the company of family members and God.
A Little Moment of Peace for Children (Little Moments for Children)
by Jenny MeldrumA Little Moment of Peace helps young children and their parents spend a short time of stillness and calm together in everyday life. Even at such a young age, children's lives can be full to the brim, and in this ever-changing world, the need to find five minutes of peace is as valuable as it is necessary. This beautifully illustrated book brings peace to young children who need reassurance of God's care and comfort in their lives. Each illustration is placed alongside an inspirational thought which allows room for reflection and encouragement for children. Designed to enjoy through individual reading or with an older family member, this series allow parents and grandparents to read alongside their young ones and share together in the experience of slowing-down, valuing stillness and thoughtfulness, and spending time in the company of family members and God.
A Little Moment of Promises for Children (Little Moments for Children)
by Jenny MeldrumEven at such a young age, children are faced with times when they are upset or disappointed. And so helping them have hope in humanity and in the world around them is as valuable as it is necessary.This uplifting and beautifully illustrated book helps children think about the big themes of hope and reassurance. Each illustration is placed alongside an inspirational thought which allows room for reflection and encouragement for children. Designed to enjoy through individual reading or with an older family member, this series allow parents and grandparents to read alongside their young ones and share together in the experience of slowing-down, valuing stillness and thoughtfulness, and spending time in the company of family members and God.
A Little Moment of Wonder for Children (Little Moments for Children)
by Jenny MeldrumA Little Moment of Wonder helps young children explore the beauty of the world and the goodness of creation.Even at such a young age, children are learning about the world around them and what life has in store. And so helping them explore their curiosity in a safe environment is as valuable as it is necessary.This beautifully illustrated book helps children think about the world around them and the wonder on offer. Each illustration is placed alongside an inspirational thought which allows room for reflection and encouragement for children. Designed to enjoy through individual reading or with an older family member, this series allow parents and grandparents to read alongside their young ones and share together in the experience of slowing-down, valuing stillness and thoughtfulness, and spending time in the company of family members and God.
Little Monsters
by Adrienne BrodeurA National Bestseller! &“Juicy…simmers with tension as secrets explode out into the open.&” —The Washington Post * &“So alluring…I raced happily through the pages.&” —The New York Times Book Review * &“Compulsively readable.&” —Vogue * &“An absolutely captivating read.&” —Elin Hilderbrand From the author of the bestselling memoir Wild Game comes a riveting novel about Cape Cod, complicated families, and long-buried secrets.Ken and Abby Gardner lost their mother when they were small and they have been haunted by her absence ever since. Their father, Adam, a brilliant oceanographer, raised them mostly on his own in his remote home on Cape Cod, where the attachment between Ken and Abby deepened into something complicated—and as adults their relationship is strained. Now, years later, the siblings&’ lives are still deeply entwined. Ken is a successful businessman with political ambitions and a picture-perfect family and Abby is a talented visual artist who depends on her brother&’s goodwill, in part because he owns the studio where she lives and works. As the novel opens, Adam is approaching his seventieth birthday, staring down his mortality and fading relevance. He has always managed his bipolar disorder with medication, but he&’s determined to make one last scientific breakthrough and so he has secretly stopped taking his pills, which he knows will infuriate his children. Meanwhile, Abby and Ken are both harboring secrets of their own, and there is a new person on the periphery of the family—Steph, who doesn&’t make her connection known. As Adam grows more attuned to the frequencies of the deep sea and less so to the people around him, Ken and Abby each plan the elaborate gifts they will present to their father on his birthday, jostling for primacy in this small family unit. Set in the fraught summer of 2016, Little Monsters is a &“smart, page-flipping novel…[with] shades of Succession&” (The Boston Globe) from a writer who knows Cape Cod inside and out—its Edenic lushness and its snakes.
Little Moons
by Jen StormIn this moving graphic novel, thirteen-year-old Reanna grieves the loss of her older sister. Can she find comfort through her family&’s Ojibwe traditions? It&’s been a year since Reanna&’s sister, Chelsea, went missing on her way home from school. Without any idea of what happened, Reanna and her family struggle to find closure. Driven from her home by memories, Reanna&’s mom moves to the big city. Left behind on the reserve, Reanna and her little brother go to live with their dad. Reanna is hurt and angry that her mom has run away. She feels lonely and abandoned…but she is not alone. Lights turn on in empty rooms, and objects move without being touched. There are little moons everywhere.
Little Moons
by Jen StormIn this moving graphic novel, thirteen-year-old Reanna grieves the loss of her older sister. Can she find comfort through her family&’s Ojibwe traditions? It&’s been a year since Reanna&’s sister, Chelsea, went missing on her way home from school. Without any idea of what happened, Reanna and her family struggle to find closure. Driven from her home by memories, Reanna&’s mom moves to the big city. Left behind on the reserve, Reanna and her little brother go to live with their dad. Reanna is hurt and angry that her mom has run away. She feels lonely and abandoned…but she is not alone. Lights turn on in empty rooms, and objects move without being touched. There are little moons everywhere.
Little Night
by Yuyi MoralesAs the long day comes to an end, Mother Sky fills a tub with falling stars and calls, "Bath time for Little Night!" Little Night answers from afar, "Can't come. I am hiding and you have to find me, Mama. Find me now!" Where could Little Night be? Down a rabbit hole? In a blueberry field? Among the stripes of bees?
Little Night/Nochecita
by Yuyi MoralesA stunning bilingual story by award winning author and illustrator Yuyi Morales's Little Night / Nochecita."A treasure for bedtime, or anytime." —School Library JournalAs the long day comes to an end, Mother Sky fills a tub with falling stars and calls, "Bath time for Little Night!"Little Night answers from afar, "Can't come. I am hiding and you have to find me, Mama. Find me now!"Where could Little Night be? Down a rabbit hole? In a blueberry field? Among the stripes of bees? Exquisitely painted and as gentle as Little Night's dress crocheted from clouds, this is a story to treasure. With a bilingual text in both English and Spanish, Little Night Nochecita by Yuyi Morales is a sweet story every child can enjoy.A Neal Porter BookWritten by Yuyi Morales:Niño Wrestles the WorldRudas: Niño's Horrendous HermanitasViva FridaLittle Night / NochecitaIllustrated by Yuyi Morales:Los Gatos Black on Halloween (written by Marisa Montes)Praise for Little Night/Nochecita:NYPLC Children's Books 100American Library Association Notable Children's BooksMiami Herald Best Books of the YearNYPL Book for Reading and SharingGolden Kite Award Winner"Children will delight in Little Night's dreamy world and will want to read about her unique, yet still familiar, nighttime ritual again and again." —Booklist, starred review
A Little of What You Fancy (The Pop Larkin Chronicles #5)
by H. E. BatesThe Larkin family&’s rich spirit is tested when Pop has a heart attack in this series finale by the author of The Darling Buds of May. Pop Larkin enjoys the finer things in life, like good food and drink, but too much of it leads him to a mild heart attack. Placed on bedrest and an uncharacteristically strict diet, the family patriarch soon finds himself in low spirits. As nurses try their hand at helping Pop get well, Ma pursues alternative remedies. And Primrose, meanwhile, is in hot pursuit of the dashing Mr. Candy. But when it is discovered the government has plans to run a railroad through the Larkins&’ home, it is all hands on deck as the Larkins, their community, and even Pop rise up to prove that the country way of life is always worth fighting for . . .Praise for the Pop Larkin Chronicles &“The Larkins live—these novels please us by escaping definition.&” —The Guardian &“Like Wodehouse&’s Jeeves, Bates&’ Larkins must continue in their own delightful milieu—in this case the Kentish countryside.&” —The New York Times
Little Oink
by Jen Corace Amy Krouse RosenthalFrom the creators of Little Pea and Little Hoot comes this tidy tale of a decidedly different pig. Little Oink is a neat little fellow. Clean, clean, clean, that's all he wants to do. But Mama and Papa won't have it! They say in order to be a proper pig, he has to learn to make a proper mess. "Don't come out until your room is a pigsty," says Papa Pig. "I won't have any child of mine going out looking so neat and clean. It's just not acceptable," says Mama Pig. Readers who hate to clean up will love this humorous twist on a universal dilemma.
Little One, We Knew You'd Come
by Sally Lloyd-JonesFeel the heartwarming joy and anticipation in welcoming a new baby in New York Times bestselling children&’s book author Sally Lloyd-Jones, Little One, We Knew You&’d Come. This endearing story about parent&’s hope and anticipation of a new baby is full of lyrical prose and cute animal illustrations.Overflowing with joy, Little One, We Knew You&’d Come features Sally Lloyd-Jones beautiful rhyming text that shows a parent&’s love and anticipation for their new child. Little one, we knew you&’d come.We hoped. We dreamed. We watched for you.We counted the days till you were due.We waited. How we longed for you,And the day that you were born.Little One, We Knew You&’d Come:Has engaging illustrations and delightful, lyrical textIs a beautiful message for parents and grandparents to read aloud to their children again and againIs a joyful story that celebrates new life and the love we have for our little ones even before their arrivalMakes the perfect gift for a baby shower, new baby, baptism, adoption, new beginning, or special occasion Other books you might enjoy from bestselling author Sally Lloyd-Jones:The Jesus Storybook BibleThe Jesus Storybook Bible Christmas CollectionSong of the StarsBunny&’s First Spring
Little Panda
by Renata LiwskaAn original folktale, written and illustrated by the bestselling illustrator of "The Quiet Book. " A grandfather panda tells his grandson the tale of a tiger that flew. Full color.