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Twelve-year-old Ann understands there is only one thing to be grateful for as a slave: having her family together. But when the master falls into debt, he plans to sell both Ann and her younger brother to two different owners. Ann is convinced her family must run away on the Underground Railroad. Will Ann's family survive the dangerous trip to their freedom in the North? This Girls Survive story is supported by a glossary, discussion questions, and nonfiction material on the Underground Railroad, making it a valuable resource for young listeners.

New York Times bestselling author and first black female American Ballet Theatre principal dancer Misty Copeland offers “[a]ffirming life lessons to encourage athletes, creatives, and everyday dreamers” (Kirkus Reviews) based on letters she’s received over the years from fans. As the first...

""An emotion-filled collection."" —Kirkus Reviews Two teens take the stage and find their voice . . . A girl learns about her heritage and begins to find her community . . . A sister is haunted by the ghosts of loved ones lost . . . There is no universal adoption experience, and no two...

Whether you are just curious about worldschooling, already an experienced worldschooler, or arriving at the end of your journey and wondering what might be next, this book will help you. This book will help you answers the most common questions about worldschooling, like: How do you start?, How do you earn a living while you travel?, and What happens when kids grow up and want to go to college?, And many more!

Join mother-daughter duo, Shannon and Chloe, as they discuss true crime documentaries, true crime cases and reality tv!

I Is for Internet is the ninth book in an epic series of 26 horror anthologies. In this book, you will find a collection of 13 unsettling tales from some of the most imaginative independent horror writers on the scene today. Each story takes a new look at the potential horrors of the online world, from stalkers to cyber-demons, artificial intelligence to predators. I Is for Internet will plug you straight into the mainframe and have you desperate to pull the plug.

Welcome! Each week we'll be discussing impactful topics and giving insight, strategies and solutions to help you navigate through this puzzle called life and create the blueprint to your success. You weren't designed to be good, but to be GREAT!!! Hosted By: Shannon Smith - Business Consultant, Mindshift Architect, and Author (www.linktr.ee/theceowithin) Podcast can be viewed LIVE at www.facebook.com/siwrpodcast (Thursdays at 8pm EST) and streamed on all major podcast platforms (Search: siwrpodcast)

It is my mission to help other shift from just surviving to thriving in their careers by sharing the lessons I’ve learned as I transformed myself from an under-skilled, low-income earning single mom to a highly skilled professional that makes much more than I did before. So each week, I will be sharing industry trends, strategies and lessons learned to help you change your career and life for the better.

We are married couple Scott and Shannon Smith on this we discuss how we met, working from home, keeping busy during a pandemic by starting new lego projects and encouraging others to start creating.

The Buddhist Recovery Podcast offers interviews, teachings and guided practices on the theme of Buddhist Recovery.

A podcast complete with a beard, tattoos, and no fuc*sThe Basic Vet is about the modern veteran.There are unique struggles that veterans face on a day to day basis.One of the most frustrating struggles is adapting to civilian life again, especially after a war and a decade of mental re-programming.The Basic Vet explores all the frustrations that don’t really get talked about or seen on a regular basis.Even if you’ve never served, you’ll get an inside look at what happens to those that did.Maybe you’ll find out that you’re better off being a clueless civilian. This is as Basic as it ...

The Embrace the Upgrade podcast is for anyone who is ready to upgrade their career. Each week you can expect episodes that will share strategies and helpful tips to help you take the next step in your career. Whether you are just starting out or want to make a career shift, this show is for you. Ready to navigate the world of work and embrace your career upgrade? Then keep listening...

Four sisters who are giving a new meaning to the expression "the struggle is real" have, yet again, found themselves dealing with more teenage and preteen issues. This third book in the series gives us a peek inside their daily journal entries. Their play-by-play of their everyday lives is funny, witty, and sincere. New drivers, growing pains, school and parenting issues - what could go wrong? You can't help but agree or sympathize with them, even if they are talking about you. The actions of their sisters, teachers, parents, and everyone else is revealed!

The Struggle: 4 Girls & 1 Bathroom is the sequel to The Struggle: Mom and the Summertime Blues. It is also about the lives of four sisters, Diamond, Shelia, Crystal, and Felicity. Previously, these sisters wrote about having to endure a long summer with their mom and her never-ending lists of chores and schoolwork. Now they are back to discuss their upcoming school year. But this time, no one is safe from their complaints!

This is the story of four sisters: Diamond, Shelia, Crystal, and Felicity, who dread their summer break because of their mom. A timely and hilarious story told through the eyes and voice of adolescent authors about their perspective of Mom's summertime "fun". Young listeners will empathize with the youthful perspective of parents and "their ways". Parents will enjoy hearing about the feelings of the four girls in the story, nodding in agreement from the beginning to the end.

Here For All Of It isn't just a podcast. It's an invitation to pull up a chair, pour a cocktail, and join the conversation. Hosted by leadership expert Tracy Spears and Chef Shannon Smith, each episode blends laughter, reflection, and connection with a dash of flavor. Tracy mixes up classic cocktails while Shannon shares recipes from her kitchen, making every conversation as delicious as it is meaningful. Together, they dive into the messy, magical, and memorable moments that make up life, navigating what it means to reinvent yourself after 60, embracing love in unexpected places, and showing ...

Colette only wants three things: to prove she isn't weak, to get a job, and to uncover the mystery surrounding her father. All her life she's heard that he died in a factory accident, but she's haunted by dreams of bitter cold and a sea of stars—and part of her knows it's somehow connected to him. Colette is not to work, is not to leave the house, and is to never speak of her father. But when Colette secretly gets a job, she becomes fascinated by the stories that Walter, the store owner, tells.

Azaleah's big sister, Nia, has been cast as Willa Wonka in the school musical, and the entire Lane family is looking forward to the show. Azaleah has even helped plan a surprise dinner party for Nia at Avec Amour, Mama's restaurant. But then the real drama starts. At the first rehearsal, all sorts of things go wrong: missing batteries, sets falling over, props misplaced . . .

Mama and Daddy are heading out of town, which means Azaleah and her sisters get to spend the weekend at Auntie Sam's. The girls can't wait for their special weekend! Azaleah even decides to bake cookies to surprise her parents when they return. After all, as Mama says, "Cooking for someone is like giving them a gift."

Azaleah can't wait for her class field trip to the National Zoo in Washington D.C., especially when her teacher announces the chance to earn extra credit. But when Azaleah gets home, she quickly realizes extra credit isn't as easy as she thought. Azaleah's younger sister Tiana can't find Greenie, her stuffed animal, and she's sure he's been stolen. With Mama at the restaurant and Daddy at work on a big case, it seems Azaleah is the only one available to track down the stolen stuffie. Can Azaleah get to the bottom of the mystery in time to finish her extra credit?