Penguin Random House.
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Publisher
Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
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In this thoughtful and engaging collection, 11 acclaimed authors explore the highs and lows of growing up and shining on in the face of obstacles. A parent's departure, a sister's illness, a cheerleader's breakup, a family's secrets . . . these stories sensitively capture the challenges—and triumphs—of finding the way to a bright tomorrow.Featuring powerful stories by Lois Lowry, Meg Rosoff, Meg Cabot, Melvin Burgess, Sue Limb, and more....
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English
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"From the James Beard Award-winning blogger behind The Everywhereist come hilarious, searing essays on how food and cooking stoke the flames of her feminism. When celebrity chef Mario Batali sent out an apology letter for the sexual harassment allegations made against him, he had the gall to include a recipe--for cinnamon rolls, of all things. When Geraldine DeRuiter decided to make the recipe, she happened to make food journalism history along with...
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English
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"Learn to identify every meow, tail swish, and slow blink in this fun, informative, illustrated guide to feline body language, from the author of Doggie Language"--
Want to know what your cat is really thinking or doing? Chin shows you how to read your kitty's mood. She explains behaviors in colorful detail so you can help your cat feel safe, secure, stimulated, and happy. -- adapted from back cover.
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English
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The author draws on great thinkers like Confucius, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius and Christian monks to show us what stillness is and how it might be achieved. He believes stillness is the doorway to self-mastery, discipline, and focus. He examines many of the figures that exemplify the power of stillness, including Winston Churchill, Fred Rogers and Anne Frank. This book aims to equip you with everything you need to find stillness in your own life.
Author
Publisher
Penguin Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Having a baby and a career can feel challenging on the best of days, nearly impossible on the worst. From figuring out how to tell your boss you're pregnant to sucking in your belly bump all day long at work, to working even harder to prove your worth, there's a lot to navigate if you're newly pregnant or are even thinking about getting pregnant- and trying to juggle it all can leave you overwhelmed. It doesn't have to be this way. You can do it...
6) Summer vamp
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Publisher
RH Graphic, an imprint of Random House Children's Books, a division of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
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Maya is looking forward to a summer full of cooking and mixing in the kitchen, but when her dad's girlfriend registers her for culinary summer camp, she soon learns she is the only human at a camp full of vampires.
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Publisher
linkedin.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to ace your job search with tips from the experts behind theSkimm, the brand that equips millions of users with essential tools and information to live smarter lives.
Searching for a job is never easy, but there are tricks you can learn to stand out from the crowd and land a new gig. Here to teach you are the experts behind the mega-popular brand, theSkimm. In this audio course, theSkimm shares their pro tips on how to ace your job search,...
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Publisher
linkedin.com
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to polish pitches and presentations by keeping your delivery under three minutes, telling your story clearly and succinctly, and grabbing your audience’s attention.
Want to deliver a pitch or presentation that grabs your audience and makes an impression? You can do it. But you have to plan it out if you want to reach an audience with a short attention span. That’s where the 3-minute rule comes in. It reminds you that less is always...
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Publisher
linkedin.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Asking for help is one of the most important skills you can master. Find out how to stop struggling on your own and start getting the resources you need to succeed.
Join Wayne Baker, professor of business administration at the University of Michigan and author of All You Have To Do Is Ask, as he teaches you how to make the powerful skill of asking for what you need a daily habit. Learn how to decide on your goals and determine what you need to achieve...
Author
Publisher
linkedin.com
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Discover practical strategies and easy-to-use tools for making better, more informed decisions with confidence.
Have you ever had to make an important decision, but didn’t know what to do? It’s easy to become overwhelmed and let your fear get the best of you. If only there were a simple set of tools you could use to ease the stress of these challenging moments—a kind of guidebook, say, for making better decisions, and making them confidently...
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Publisher
linkedin.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to save better and spend money more mindfully using these nine easy habits from personal finance guru Vicki Robin, the best-selling author of Your Money or Your Life.
How do you anticipate your financial needs, stay within your means, and live a life you love? Is it possible to do all this without a restrictive budget? This audio course teaches you nine simple financial rules to save more, spend wiser, and become more financially secure....
Author
Publisher
linkedin.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Discover how legendary figures in American culture became so successful and how you can use the lessons they learned to achieve your own goals.
Ever wonder how the world’s most successful people got to where they are? Or if you can replicate their success for yourself? In this audio course, Alex Banayan, author of The Third Door: The Wild Quest to Uncover How the World’s Most Successful People Launched Their Careers, shares four conversations...
Author
Publisher
linkedin.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn the essentials of money management from financial expert Jill Schlesinger. Find out how to create a financial plan, get trustworthy advice, invest like a pro, and more.
What’s the best way to invest your money? Should you hire a professional to manage it? How often should you review finances? Jill Schlesinger, best-selling author of The Dumb Things Smart People Do with Their Money, answers these questions and others in this audio course,...
Author
Publisher
linkedin.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn the secrets of being a superboss, from motivating employees to driving successful results. Discover how to foster creativity and top performance in your team every day.
What makes certain business leaders so effective at motivating and inspiring their teams? How do they promote their top talent? And how can you become a “superboss” like them? These questions and others are answered in this audio course, which covers the essentials for becoming...
Author
Publisher
linkedin.com
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Explore sales strategies to grow your market share and scale your business by winning customers from the competition.
It’s no secret that sales can be a messy enterprise. Growth all but requires that you take market share directly from your competitors. And you have to think fast and act now, or else they’ll do the same thing to you. But how do you execute a successful sales displacement, especially when the stakes are high? Eat Their Lunch lays...
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Publisher
linkedin.com
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Explore the power of doubling down, betting on yourself, and developing successful strategies to propel you into the next phase of your career.
You’re working harder than ever at your job, with longer hours, less support, and more responsibilities. You keep trying to get ahead in your career, but it doesn’t feel like you’re going anywhere. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. But you can’t lose hope and give up now. Join award-winning business...
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Publisher
linkedin.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn time management and find out how to get into the zone and do your best work with Dr. Christine Carter, the best-selling author of The Sweet Spot.
We’ve all experienced living and working in “the zone”—that sweet spot where you have the greatest strength and the greatest ease. But how do you achieve that level of focus and do your best work amid the hectic pace of modern life? This audio course teaches you how to transform your life...