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The need for love - obsessive, self-destructive, unpredictable - takes us to forbidden places, as in the chilling world of Give Me Your Heart, a new collection of stories by the inimitable Joyce Carol Oates. In ten razor-sharp stories, National Book Award winner Oates shows that the most deadly mysteries often begin at home.

Teenager Edie Hudson was nobody’s little darling, which made vanishing all too easy. Two decades later, she’s been forgotten by everyone except her mother, Samantha. And the person who knows what happened to her. Samantha has had a long time to remember, and to regret. Having seen how little her daughter mattered to the community in the months following her disappearance, she wonders if Edie was lost before she was even gone. Or was it guilt, not indifference, that made the locals turn a blind eye? When she meets Frances, she at last starts to hope for answers.

In the sleepy town of Ridgewood, something sinister is spreading. It starts with a single yawn—Megan Tully, the town librarian, finds herself overcome with relentless fatigue. But what begins as a strange, contagious yawning soon turns deadly, as people start falling into a deep, unbreakable sleep. And those who succumb… never wake up.

It's natural to have moments when you doubt yourself–whether it's what you said, did, or thought. After all, worrying and overthinking are inherently part of being human…they’re part of what helped early humans survive.

Bridget Sway has been dead for seven years. She and her best friend, Sabrina, are running a wildly successful private detective agency. She gets to wear what she wants, eat what she wants, she's even made peace with her communal living situation. Everything is . . . perfect. And yet, once again, Bridget is drowning in dissatisfaction. The problem? No one is murdering anyone. Their days are filled with infidelity cases and not much else. So when a client's potentially cheating husband goes missing, Bridget and Sabrina jump at the chance to do something different.

Meet Forgetful Baller, the most enthusiastic young basketball player in Hoopville. He's got passion, energy, and—well, he's got a bit of a problem with forgetting things. From leaving one of his basketball shoes at home on the first day of practice to forgetting his jersey on game day, Forgetful Baller's adventures in remembering are both hilarious and heartwarming.

Why should you listen to Feedback Revolution? Because timely, specific, and two-way feedback is one of the most powerful communication tools a person can possess. Feedback can improve individual performance, transform organizations, and foster a culture of growth. Not just for the workplace – feedback skills are necessary and easy to implement for individuals and families, too!

Your gut is your body's headquarters, so invest in its infrastructure and keep it running smoothly! Every time you eat, you’re left feeling bloated and sluggish. You have difficulty concentrating and feel like you're in a fog. Erratic mood swings hinder your relationships. You crave foods that you know aren't good for you.

Entangled in a web of narcissistic manipulation? Narcissism Unmasked by Lena Königsmann offers a lifeline. This comprehensive guide sheds light on the shadows of narcissistic abuse, providing the insights and strategies you need to understand, survive, and move beyond the grip of narcissism. Dive deep into the nature of narcissism, from its subtle manipulations to overt control tactics. Learn to recognize the signs of narcissistic behavior in relationships and their impact on emotional health.

Like the fruits, vegetables, and flowers in a garden, we all need to nourish ourselves to grow and flourish properly. But true growth doesn’t come from proper diet and exercise—our spiritual selves also need attention. Ideal for use in Bible studies and Sunday school, How Does Your Garden Grow?, the uplifting new book by Lorie Eubank, shows children and young adults how to lay the foundation for planting, maintaining, and harvesting the gardens in their hearts and lives.

The only way out of climate anxiety is through. Transform your paralyzing fears and worries into powerful advocacy in just 3 weeks. Consider these chilling headlines, pulled straight from the news: “Extinction crisis puts 1 million species on the brink.” “Wildfires ravage town at heart of Hawaiian culture.” “Hottest July ever signals 'era of global boiling has arrived' says UN chief.” Take a moment. Breath. Let the words sink in… You feel the ache deep in your bones, don’t you?

Emily is finally rebuilding her life in the small town of Woodstock, Vermont, but that doesn’t mean her secrets haven’t followed. So the last thing she needs is to get involved with her grumpy contractor. That hotheaded jerk is pushing all the right—or wrong—buttons. Maybe that’s why she can’t get him out of her head.

Dive into the lively town of Hoopville with Junk Food Baller, a heartwarming tale of a young basketball player with big dreams and a big appetite for junk food. Junk Food Baller loves basketball more than anything, but his snack habits are shooting his dreams in the foot. As the school basketball tryouts approach, he sticks to his sugary routine—until his performance on the court starts to suffer. Can Junk Food Baller change his ways in time to make the team?

This delightful story follows Lazy Baller as he tries out for the school basketball team. Despite his love for the game, Lazy Baller struggles with the distraction of technology & putting in the effort at practice. But as he learns the importance of hard work, he discovers that talent isn't just about scoring points – it's about putting in the effort when no one's watching.

Meet Goggles Baller, the little basketball player with big dreams from the sunny town of Hoopville. Goggles has one wish: to shine as a star player on his school's basketball team. But there's a catch—Goggles needs glasses, and not just any glasses, but sports goggles to see clearly on the court. At first, he thinks they look silly and worries everyone will laugh at him. Can Goggles overcome his fears and show everyone, including himself, what he's truly made of?

Give your family a special gift this year—the gift of fresh inspiration true to the tenets of our beloved and familiar Christmas traditions. Gather your clan by the fireside, download this audiobook, and add a new tradition to your Christmas celebration.

Unlock the secrets to surviving puberty, mastering the dating world, and staying safe, even if these topics make your skin crawl. This is your indispensable guide to sex education without the "awkward parent talk"! Is puberty turning your life upside down, triggering questions you're too embarrassed to ask your parents? Do you wonder how to navigate the dating world, understand the concept of consent, or protect yourself online, but don't know where to seek reliable, non-judgmental advice?

Embark on an inspiring journey in Hoopville with Tiny Baller, a basketball player who proves that, with hard work and belief in yourself, size does not matter.

Meet Bling Baller— a young basketball player with big dreams of the NBA. Every day, he sports the latest basketball gear; he thinks it will make him the best. But when team tryouts come around, Bling Baller faces a tough reality. His gear looks great, but it doesn't help his game. With help from Coach Swish, Bling learns an important lesson— real success comes from hard work and practice, not just what you wear.

From Zarahemla to Cumorah: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges is the powerful conclusion to a transformative trilogy exploring the rise and fall of the Nephite civilization, as recorded in the Book of Mormon. In this third volume, the author delves into the causes of the Nephites' decline, offering timeless lessons on leadership, resilience, unity, and the dangers of spiritual complacency.