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Powering Workplace Proactivity: How to Build a Future-Focused, Change-Oriented Culture
by Joanne GrayEmpowering, customizable, and backed by organizational research, this book introduces the PROACTIVE work design model and diagnostic tool to help organizations create optimal conditions for proactivity at work to flourish.The pressures and expectations of 21st-century life have led to short-term, reactive behavior in the workplace, however, long-term business success relies on proactive behavior, which is self-directed, future-focused, and change-orientated. But proactivity does not occur in a vacuum – it is a complex, social process heavily affected by contextual and situational factors. With its distinct and flexible design model, this book solves the problem of ‘how’ to create the optimal conditions for proactivity at work to flourish, and to drive sustainability and competitive advantage. And its diagnostic feature recognizes that readers are time-pressured and may already be doing some things well within their organizations, so it offers a solution to their problems without having to read the entire book before they can start making a difference. Uniquely, this book recognizes how important it is for leaders to shape the work environment and to be a positive role model to stimulate employee proactive behavior.Intended as a practical resource, this book provides a range of evidence-based tools and techniques and includes insightful case studies that will be useful for leaders, managers, HR professionals, OD practitioners, and consultants who want to drive proactive behaviors within their organizations.
Michael J. Fox: A Little Golden Book Biography (Little Golden Book)
by Lori Haskins HouranGet inspired by Michael J. Fox, the beloved Back to the Future actor from Canada who is helping people all around the world, with this collectible Little Golden Book featuring full-color illustrations on every page!Michael moved to California—1,300 miles away from home—to be a Hollywood star!Actor Michael J. Fox is known for playing Alex P. Keaton on TV's Family Ties and Marty McFly in the Back to the Future movies. The talented actor became a determined activist after being diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease and starting a foundation to help find a cure. Michael J. Fox: A Little Golden Book Biography will inspire readers of all ages. Look for more Little Golden Book biographies:• Bruce Springsteen• Dwayne Johnson• Steve Martin• Zendaya• Harry Styles
Eternal Summer: A Novel
by Franziska GänslerSet in a German spa town wracked by climate change, this intense, enthralling debut explores trust, abuse, and solidarity through the unexpected bond between two women.When Iris took over the family hotel from her grandfather, Bad Heim was still a popular spa town. But now fierce wildfires rage in the area, spewing smoke into the air. The summers are dry and hot and never seem to end. Guests have become a rare sight. But suddenly, a young mother shows up with her small daughter and asks for a room. Something doesn&’t seem right about her. Does she need help? Or even pose a threat?Franziska Gänsler&’s debut conjures up the heat of the fires, the ashes falling on skin, and the all-pervading smell of smoke. Yet you will want to stay with these women in this inhospitable place as they draw closer together and prepare to fight for their freedom.
Disco Witches of Fire Island: A Novel
by Blair Fell&“Heartfelt.&”—The New York TimesHit the dance floor with a coven of queer witches on 1980s Fire Island in this gay fantasy romance about finding magic, love, and family in the face of tragedy. A heartwarming LGBTQ+ novel for fans of steamy romance, loathe-at-first-sight, and Red, White, and Royal Blue. The paperback edition will have sprayed teal edges and foil on the cover!It&’s 1989, and Joe Agabian and his best friend Ronnie set out to spend their first summer working in the hedonistic gay paradise of Fire Island Pines. Joe is desperate to let loose and finally move beyond the heartbreak of having lost his boyfriend to the HIV/AIDS epidemic.The two friends are quickly taken in by a pair of quirky, older house cleaners. But something seems off, and Joe starts to suspect the two older men of being up to something otherworldly. In truth, Howie and Lenny are members of a secret disco witch coven tasked with protecting the island—and young men like Joe—from the relentless tragedies ravaging their community. The only problem is, having lost too many of their fellow witches to the epidemic, the coven&’s protective powers have been seriously damaged.Unaware of all the mystical shenanigans going on, Joe starts to fall for the super-cute bisexual ferryman who just happens to have webbed feet and an unusual ability to hold his breath underwater. But Joe&’s longing to find love is tripped up by his own troublesome past as well as the lure of a mysterious hunk he keeps seeing around the island—a man Howie and Lenny warn may be a harbinger of impending doom. The Disco Witches need to find help—fast—if they&’re to save Joe and the island from the Great Darkness. But how? Fans of spicy queer romances with a dash of fantasy will fall in love with this stunning novel of community, love, sex, magic, and hope in desperate times.
Mr. Distinctive
by Olga TokarczukA gorgeously illustrated picture book for adults—with two gatefold pages inside—by Nobelist Olga Tokarczuk and illustrator Joanna Concejo, creators of The Lost SoulA devastating putdown of our self-obsessed, superficial social media culture.Mr. Distinctive has a memorable, attractive face. He only has to walk down the street, and everyone turns to smile at him. Once he starred in a TV commercial and was praised and congratulated for having a face that sold the product well. Mr. Distinctive is very pleased with himself and loves to take selfies with his cellphone. He posts countless images of himself that are shared all over the internet.One day Mr. Distinctive looks in the mirror and sees that his features have begun to fade, his face has changed into a blur. With every new photo he posts, his distinctiveness dwindles. Determined to regain his flawlessly beautiful face and the adoration it brought him, Mr. Distinctive seeks out an extreme solution. But are the lengths he goes in order to restore his sense of being unique and exceptional worth it?In their new story, the creators of The Lost Soul—Nobel prize in literature winner Olga Tokarczuk and illustrator Joanna Concejo—show us a world of obsession with personal appearance and self-promotion, where happiness is an imperative, and the cult of youth rules.
Animals of the National Parks: An Alphabet Book
by Fifty-Nine ParksFor nature lovers of any age, this book is a beautiful A-to-Z introduction to the wild and wonderful animals that live in America's national parks. Featuring art from the beloved printmakers and poster illustrators at Fifty-Nine Parks.America's national parks are some of the most magical places in the world, and home to a diverse array of creatures, both well known and more unusual. From American Bison (which are also the largest mammals in the parks) to flying squirrels (which can glide the length of a football field) to Xeme (which take two full years to grow their adult feathers), this picture book takes children on an enchanting alphabetical adventure through the natural world.The book features fascinating facts about each animal, including information on where they can be found. A passport page to record visits and an illustrated map of all the national parks will encourage children and their families to make the most of every trip. With beautifully evocative art that's nostalgic yet contemporary, this is a special gift for outdoor and national park lovers of all ages.
Truth Demands: A Memoir of Murder, Oil Wars, and the Rise of Climate Justice
by Abby Reyes&“Essential reading, filled with exactly the kind of truth that this precarious moment demands.&” —Kaira Jewel Lingo, author of We Were Made for These TimesIn 1999, Abby Reyes lost her partner, Terence Unity Freitas, as he and two others were murdered after departing Kajka Ika—the heart of the world—of Indigenous U&’wa territory in Colombia.Imperiled by multinational oil interests, U&’wa lifeways were under attack. Terence, Ingrid Washinawatok El-Issa (Menominee), and Lahe&’ena&’e Gay (Hawaiian) arrived to listen to community needs and accompany the U&’wa. But then they disappeared. Days later, their bodies were found, bound and bullet-riddled in a cow field across the border in Venezuela.Twenty years later, Abby finds herself in Case 001 of Colombia&’s truth and recognition process. They want to know her stories. They want to know her questions. They want to know her truth demands: the fragments she&’s held for decades about the last days of Terence&’s life. Why was he taken? Who pulled the trigger? Who was really behind the killings?Plunged back into grief, ambiguity, and the unknown, Abby is called to navigate the past. Old wounds are reopened, old histories are redrawn, and fresh angers flare as she confronts the testimony of one of her lover&’s killers—and the burden that Terence unwittingly compelled her to bear. Spanning three decades and three continents, Truth Demands charts Abby&’s parallel journeys as she navigates the waters of loss, purpose, and impermanence while fighting for truth and accountability from big oil. A profound and haunting memoir, Truth Demands is an invitation into the current. It shows us how to hold fast even as we let go—holding us as we bear witness and welcome with courage and skill what the truth demands of us all.
Shot Through the Book (A Lighthouse Library Mystery)
by Eva GatesIn the twelfth installment of the Lighthouse Library mysteries, Lucy McNeil is back on the case, but this time she&’s on the case alone.The upcoming YA book festival at the Bodie Island Lighthouse Library is bringing in renowned authors from all over the world. When best selling author Todd Harrison unexpectedly visits librarian Lucy McNeil at her Outer Banks beach house after a meeting, she is puzzled by his presence, since they&’re virtually strangers. After she steps inside to get him a drink, she&’s shocked to discover that he&’s been murdered on her deck in the few minutes she left him alone. Not knowing why he wanted to meet with her in private, or how someone managed to kill him in the time it takes to make lemonade, Lucy is determined to help with the investigation and figure out what happened. WhenHeather Harrison, Todd&’s widow, shows up in town, her motivations aren&’t inspired by grief. She&’s intending to use her husband&’s tragic death to launch her candidacy for state senator and her first order of business is to go after the local police force–and Lucy herself.Caught between an intrusive fan club mourning Todd, squabbling authors fighting for prominence in his absence, and a politically ruthless widow, Lucy must roll up her sleeves and and catch the killer before the chapter closes on justice.
Wet Sand, Volume 1 (WET SAND)
by DOYAKThe must-read BL webtoon by DOYAK is now in print! In this mature-rated drama, three men collide in a tangled web of love, power, and crime.&“Among the best of recent web-to-print romance comics. Boys&’ love fans will be sated.&”—Publishers WeeklyWhen a chance encounter brings earnest photographer Jo into the orbit of the aloof and gorgeous Ian, Jo falls hard. An undeniable attraction simmers between them, and Jo is determined to break through Ian&’s indifferent façade. But Ian&’s life isn&’t made for romance. As he works to free himself from his past life as a high-profile member of a dangerous gang—and from TJ, his on-again, off-again lover—a power struggle threatens to erupt within the crime syndicate. If Ian isn&’t careful, events might spiral out of control, dragging him back into a world of corruption and murder.Volume 1 collects episodes 1-13 of the webcomic Wet Sand.
The Ones We Love: A Novel
by Anna SnoekstraCan they survive what&’s behind the padlocked door? Since the weekend of the party—the one twenty-two-year-old Liv can&’t remember, the one that left her covered in bruises—she&’s been locked out of her bedroom by a padlock. Her parents are behaving oddly and her best friend won&’t respond to her texts. Maybe she really was out of control that night?Meanwhile Liv&’s father, Janus, is not sure he can do what is necessary to keep this secret hidden. He brought his family from Australia to Los Angeles to chase his dream of seeing his novel on the big screen, and he can&’t let them down. Not again.Kay gave up everything when she had Liv and Casper. So now she&’ll do whatever she has to do to take care of them. Her marriage, though, is a different story. And the neighbors—well, she&’ll just have to be more careful.Casper, the youngest, was away that weekend, but he knows something isn&’t right. His parents don&’t look each other in the eye anymore. His father&’s hands tremble for no reason. And where does Liv keep disappearing to in the middle of the night? Casper decides to find out what no one will tell him about that weekend. What lies behind the padlocked door?
The Names: A Novel
by Florence KnappREAD WITH JENNA BOOK CLUB PICK AS FEATURED ON TODAY&“Dazzling…The Names is startlingly joyful and paced like a thriller…Knapp tirelessly and beautifully replicates not just loss and grief but endless rebirth and delight.&”—The Washington Post &“Elegant…this is a wholly original work.—People Magazine &“A magnificent novel, thrumming with life in all its pain and precariousness, yet suffused with the glorious possibilities of love and redemption.&” —Geraldine Brooks, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Horse The extraordinary novel that asks: Can a name change the course of a life?In the wake of a catastrophic storm, Cora sets off with her nine-year-old daughter, Maia, to register her son's birth. Her husband, Gordon, a local doctor, respected in the community but a terrifying and controlling presence at home, intends for her to name the infant after him. But when the registrar asks what she'd like to call the child, Cora hesitates...Spanning thirty-five years, what follows are three alternate and alternating versions of Cora's and her young son's lives, shaped by her choice of name. In richly layered prose, The Names explores the painful ripple effects of domestic abuse, the messy ties of family, and the possibilities of autonomy and healing.With exceptional sensitivity and depth, Knapp draws us into the story of one family, told through a prism of what-ifs, causing us to consider the "one . . . precious life" we are given. The book&’s brilliantly imaginative structure, propulsive storytelling, and emotional, gut-wrenching power are certain to make The Names a modern classic.
Kids Book About Foster Families, A (A Kids Book)
by Children & Families FirstFoster families exist to provide safety and care for kids in times of tough transitions.Sometimes, when grownups aren't able to care for their kids, foster families can help. This means a lot of changes, and can be scary. The cool thing is that foster families are committed to providing kids with safety and security during times of transition. No matter your experience, you aren't alone.
The Ladies Road Guide to Utter Ruin (THE ILL-MANNERED LADIES)
by Alison GoodmanIn Regency England, the eccentric Colebrook sisters are amateur detectives who use their wits and invisibility as &“old maids&” to fight injustice in this delightful and fiercely feminist novel of mystery and adventure from New York Times bestselling author Alison Goodman.To most of Regency high society, forty-two-year-old Lady Augusta Colebrook, or Gus, and her twin sister, Julia, are just unmarried ladies of a certain age. But the Colebrook twins are far from useless old maids. They are secretly protecting women and children ignored by society and the law.When Lord Evan—a charming escaped convict who has won Gus&’s heart—needs to hide his sister, Hester, from their vindictive brother, Gus and Julia take Hester and her lover into their home. But Lord Evan&’s complicated past puts them all in danger. Gus knows they must clear his name of murder if he is to survive the thieftakers who hunt him. No easy task—the fatal duel was twenty years ago and a key witness is nowhere to be found.In a deadly cat-and-mouse game, Gus, Julia, and Lord Evan must dodge their pursuers and investigate Lord Evan&’s past. They will be thrust into the ugly underworld of Georgian gentlemen&’s clubs, spies, and ruthless bounty hunters, not to mention the everyday threat of narrow-minded brothers. Will the truth be found in time, or will dangerous secrets from the past destroy family bonds and rip new love and lives apart?
Kids Book About Diwali, A (A Kids Book)
by Chhavi Arya BhargavaLearn more about Diwali, how it's celebrated, and how you can participate in the festivities!This book is all about Diwali, the festival of lights! Celebrated for 5 days every year in the fall, this holiday commemorates The Ramayana, a story which highlights the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. Learn more about this beautiful celebration and how you can participate. Diwali is celebrated all over the world, and it's for everyone.
Kids Book About Humanitarianism, A (A Kids Book)
by Shahd AlasalyAnyone can be a humanitarian, and you can start today!"Humanitarian" is a BIG word that really just means being a kind, compassionate person who has empathy for others. Does that sound like you? Learn what it means to be a humanitarian and how you can help your community today using the gifts and talents that make you special. Small acts of kindness go a long way!
Kids Book About Addiction, A (A Kids Book)
by Nicole LendoAddiction is complicated—opening up the conversation can help kids better understand why it happens and how to cope with it.It's difficult when someone you know or love suffers with addiction, but it's a reality many kids are confronted with and need help understanding. This book was made to help explain what addiction is and help all readers cope with and validate the many feelings that come when experiencing someone's addiction.
Poetry Is Not a Luxury: Poems for All Seasons
by AnonymousFrom the creator of the beloved @PoetryIsNotaLuxury Instagram account, a gorgeously wrought poetry anthology that is a gift and a guide for readers through every season of life.Inspired by writer and philosopher Audre Lorde&’s famous claim: &“Poetry is not a luxury,&” this anthology proves the vitality of poetry as a crucial source of inspiration, comfort, and delight. In a first section, &“Summer,&” you&’ll find lush landscapes and love poems for weddings and anniversaries, alongside poems on travel, protest, and expressions of sheer joy and exhilaration. &“Autumn&” ushers in nostalgic poems about home and family and friendship, fall leaves, nesting and gratitude. You may turn to &“Winter&” should you require a poem for mourning, some lyrics for loneliness, or an ode to comfort. Rounding out a year&’s worth of verse is &“Spring,&” in which you&’ll discover celebratory poems, in the form of praise for rain and flowers, new beginnings, and all that the future might hold. Each poem within has been chosen from centuries of verse from around the world, with an emphasis on living poets. Friends old and new await, with selections from Rita Dove, Victoria Chang, Ross Gay, Naomi Shihab Nye, C.D. Wright, Eileen Myles, Ada Limón, Ross Gay, Ilya Kaminsky, Jos Charles, and more. From love poems to elegies, from the heights of new love to the furrows of anxiety, from special occasions to a morning pick-me-up, there is something here for longtime poetry lovers and novices, in any season of need.
Time Loops & Meet Cutes: A Novel
by Jackie LauThe &“masterful, inspiring, and full of heart&” (Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author) Jackie Lau returns with a thoroughly unique love story about a woman reliving the same Friday over and over again—and the intriguing man who can&’t quite remember her. Noelle Tom really shouldn&’t have eaten those dumplings at the night market. But the old woman at the stall said they&’d give her what she needed most, and what Noelle desperately needed after another long workweek was food. Except now she&’s reliving the same Friday. Every morning her alarm goes off at 6:45, and the Wordle answer is always &“happy.&” Worst of all, any work she does at her job as an engineer? It&’s erased when she wakes up. Monday might never come in this workaholic&’s nightmare. Noelle has no idea how being trapped in a time loop is the &“thing she needed most,&” and a trip to the food stall doesn&’t help…because there&’s no sign of it. Then she meets good-looking Cam, who appears in multiple places on her Friday. While the brewery owner seems to have no memory of their encounters, there are signs he might be the key to getting un-stuck. But Noelle can&’t figure out how, even when she steps outside of her comfort zone and lives a little. As she grows attached to him, she becomes more worried that she&’ll never escape the loop and he&’ll never recall her name. And if she does ever get out, can they be together in the &“real&” world?
Strange and Surprising Ireland: The People, The Land, The Odd & The Extraordinary (Irish History, Facts, and Trivia)
by Seamus MullarkeyDiscover the magical folktales, peculiar stories, and charming figures of the Emerald Isle in this giftable book perfect for lovers of Irish culture, language, and Ireland itself.This captivating book takes you on a journey through the heart of Irish culture, unraveling quirky traditions, little-known myths, and fascinating stories that have shaped the unique spirit of Ireland. From fairies and mythical beasts to curious customs and age-old legends, you&’ll explore the hidden gems of Irish history that often go unnoticed. Whether you&’re a lover of folklore, a history buff, or simply curious about the world&’s most enchanting island, Strange and Surprising Ireland offers bite-sized tidbits, trivia, and stories sure to fascinate and enchant. Let this book be your guide to the unique and delightful world of Ireland, where every story has a twist and every tradition hides a secret. Perfect for the curious traveler, the avid reader, the trivia lover, or anyone in search of the unexpected.
Godwinks for Moms: True Stories (The Godwink Series #7)
by SQuire Rushnell Louise DuArtThe New York Times bestselling Godwinks series continues with this delightful collection of real-life stories—filled to the brim with hope and encouragement—celebrating moms!So many of us, day in and day out, are in awe of our mothers: how they have impacted our lives, made a difference in the world, and helped us to become who we are today. Is it possible that this impact is by design, and that God uses our moms to deliver Godwinks—messages of love, protection, and reassurance? You&’ll find the proof in the thirty-five heartwarming stories collected in Godwinks for Moms. From &“mama bears&” with miraculously answered prayers to moms learning to find hope in the ashes of loss, each is a compelling true account of a remarkable Godwink. Life-affirming and entertaining, this is a book that moms, grandmothers, and mother figures of all ages and backgrounds are certain to treasure.
Emperor and Hierophant: Book Three, Arcana Oracle Series (Arcana Oracle Series)
by Susan WandsThe next installment in the thrilling Arcana Oracle series finds heroine Pamela Colman Smith kidnapped, imprisoned, and fighting to protect her tarot deck from Aleister Crowley once again.On tour with the Lyceum Theatre in Manchester, Pamela Colman Smith is kidnapped by a mysterious force. In captivity, she begins a relationship with her mute keeper, a strange creature at the beck and call of her nemesis, Aleister Crowley. Experiencing visions and visitations from other ethereal beings, Pamela works to escape her prison before Aleister harms another one of her muses over the ownership of her magical tarot deck. Meanwhile, her guardian and mentor, Bram Stoker, tries to find her as he tours with the stars of the Lyceum Theatre, Pamela&’s muses for the Magician and Empress cards. Alerted to Pamela&’s plight, Ahmed Kamal, Pamela&’s Egyptologist friend, joins Bram to come to her aid. Plotting against the mysterious forces who abducted her, Pamela must outwit and out magic Aleister, as he tries to destroy her muses and tarot deck. Learning the lessons of her Emperor and Hierophant, she must free herself and command the power manifesting from her tarot deck.
The Untended: A Novel
by Mattea KramerFor fans of Rachel Kushner and Gillian Flynn, a gritty contemporary debut novel that puts Katniss Everdeen into Euphoria.Casch Abbey is a waitress, single mom, and recreational boxer who falls in love twice: first with a veteran who secretly grows pot on a rich man&’s land in Vermont&’s Green Mountains, and then with a painkiller that eases her long-buried pain. After her foot is crushed under the wheel of a station wagon, Casch loses her waitressing gig and goes broke—and the meds for her foot are her only source of relief. But when the drug is recalled due to outcries of widespread addiction, Casch&’s dependence imperils her already tenuous life, as cravings lead her into her small town&’s simmering netherworld. Intimate and exhilarating, The Untended will upend your every assumption about who is a hero and who is worthy of love.
Free to Fly: The Secret to Fostering Independence in the Next Generation
by Nicole RunyonIn Free to Fly, Nicole Runyon reveals how today&’s technology is crippling our kids' development, and she offers parents a clear path to reclaim their children&’s mental health, build resilience, and foster true independence in the next generation.Every day, news headlines scream about the mental-health crisis in the United States, especially among youth. Anxiety, depression, and suicide are at record levels, and parents are desperate to seek treatment for their children. They recognize that the kids are not alright but don&’t know how to help. In two-plus decades of working as a child therapist, author Nicole Runyon, LMSW, has seen the devastating effect technology is having on today&’s young people. From social media and gaming addiction to pornography and sextortion, children&’s innocence and health are being demolished by their virtual realities. In Free to Fly, Nicole will show you where we&’ve gone wrong and how to get back on track, by sharing essential info such as the four parts of child development, and how technology use impacts each stage the ways children have become disconnected from other people, and from themselves the reasons discomfort is critical to resilience, in both parents and children strategies for creating boundaries around your child&’s technology use why therapy isn&’t always the answer Yes, technology is here to stay. But so are you! No one has greater influence on children than their parents. And this book will equip you to determine when and how technology is part of your child&’s life, empowering you to make informed decisions. It&’s never too late to make choices that will benefit not only your child but also your entire family.
The Summer of the Fortune Tellers
by Lisa GreenwaldBestselling author Lisa Greenwald's charming middle grade novel with summertime fun, crushes, and babysitting—and a dash of magic—is a sequel perfect for fans of Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and That's So Raven.Is the magic really back?When Mille, Nora, and Bea found fortune tellers popping up in unexpected places—with eerily accurate fortunes—they reunited as best friends. Now that they're back to being besties, they're excited to spend the summer together outside the city. Recruited into babysitting eight-year-old triplets and staying with Millie's family, the girls are hoping this will be their own private summer camp, one where they're in charge, away from annoying siblings and toxic frenemies.But nothing perfect can last. When everything from homesickness and boy craziness to real estate developers threaten their summer, Millie, Nora, and Bea start stumbling upon fortune tellers in the strangest places. And once again it feels like these fortune tellers are speaking to them: Sometimes in life you just have to jump in. Speak your mind and stand up for what you believe in! You are here for a reason. If they speak up, can Millie, Nora, and Bea really save the summer—and the community—before it's too late?
At Last She Stood: How Joey Guerrero Spied, Survived, and Fought for Freedom
by Erin Entrada Kelly"A courageous, uplifting biography of a woman almost lost to history.” –ALA Booklist World War II spy, Filipino guerrilla fighter, war hero, Medal of Freedom recipient, leprosy survivor, teacher, peacemaker . . . The legendary and inspiring life and work of Josefina “Joey” Guerrero is introduced to readers by two-time Newbery Medal winner, National Book Award finalist, and bestselling author Erin Entrada Kelly. For fans of Steve Sheinkin and Candace Fleming.Joey Guerrero, a native of the Philippines, was diagnosed with leprosy (Hansen’s disease) as World War II unfolded in Europe and Asia. Soon after the Japanese occupied the Philippines, Joey—believing she would die soon—joined the guerrilla movement to complete covert missions in support of the Allies. Because of her condition, she was rarely searched by Japanese soldiers, which allowed her to courier secret messages, including an invaluable minefield map that she taped to her back. She was eventually awarded the US Presidential Medal of Freedom and admitted to the National Leprosarium in Carville, Louisiana, where she lived for nine years. When she was cured and released, she found it difficult to find work because of racial discrimination and her health history and was forced to pawn her Presidential Medal to make ends meet. Eventually, she shed her previous identity. When she died in 1996, her obituary identified her as a secretary from Manila. But Joey Guerrero was much more than that—she was a hero who changed the course of history.Erin Entrada Kelly’s engaging nonfiction debut combines themes of the Philippines, World War II, the Asia-Pacific War, spy stories, Louisiana, immigration, disease and medicine, racism, perseverance, religious devotion, and hope. Illustrated with photographs, maps, and other illustrative material and featuring sidebars that clearly illuminate key moments in history, At Last She Stood is for readers and educators who love Candace Fleming, Deborah Heiligman, Christina Soontornvat, and Steve Sheinkin. Includes an author’s note, source notes, index, and other back matter.