Der beste Platz zum Leben Wie ich loszog, ein Zuhause zu finden, das zukunftstauglich ist und glücklich macht ; Sieben nachhaltige Wohn-Experiment Knaur eBook (2023)
Inhalt: Tiny House, Klimahaus, Selbstversorgerhof, Mehrgenerationenhaus ? Bestseller-Autorin Anne Weiss erzählt von sieben Wohnexperimenten und wie es sich nicht nur besser wohnt, sondern auch einfach besser lebtDu suchst ein Zuhause, aber alles, was du dir leisten kannst, ist das schimmelige Souterrain? Du fragst dich, wo du bleiben sollst, wenn der Klimawandel unsere Städte aufheizt? Und du willst wissen, wie du in Zukunft menschenwürdig leben sollst, wenn die Wohnpolitik sich nicht ändert? Anne Weiss träumt schon lange davon, dass der Wohnungsmarkt menschlicher wird. Davon, dass Städte lebenswert werden ? naturnaher, nachbarschaftlicher, gerechter. Wie dieser Traum Wirklichkeit werden kann, probierte sie eines Tages einfach aus. Sie erzählt so hautnah wie humorvoll von sieben Wohnexperimenten: vom Leben im Tiny House, in einem Mehrgenerationenhaus, als Selbstversorgerin nahe der Natur oder im Plusenergiehaus ? und zeigt dabei: So lebt sich's in Zukunft besser!Ein inspirierendes Buch zu einem der drängendsten Themen unserer Zeit - für alle, die sich Gedanken um ihre Zukunft und um die Zukunft unserer Gesellschaft machen. Umfang: 304 S. ISBN: 978-3-426-46276-8
Inhalt: Südafrika am Ende der vierziger Jahre des 20. Jahrhunderts: Eine Burenfamilie entschließt sich, eine deutsche Kriegswaise zu adoptieren. Freudig wird das blonde, blauäugige kleine Mädchen in die Familie aufgenommen. Als sich herausstellt, dass Sara Jüdin ist, entzieht ihr der Familienvater, ganz Patriarch und Mitglied der nationalistischen Apartheidregierung, seine Liebe. Als Studentin schließt sich Sara dem Widerstand gegen das Apartheidregime an. Sie führt damit auch ihre in der Tradition verhaftete Familie zu einer zaghaften Auseinandersetzung mit dem politischen System Südafrikas. Umfang: 320 S. ISBN: 978-3-423-44549-8
Inhalt: In der fernen Zukunft hat sich die Menschheit in der gesamten Galaxis ausgebreitet. Interstellare Megakonzerne haben mithilfe von seelenlosen Kampfrobotern alles unter ihre Kontrolle gebracht. Einer dieser Bots wurde nun ausgemustert und soll ein Team von Wissenschaftlern auf ihren gefährlichen Missionen beschützen. Also ein denkbar schlechter Zeitpunkt für den Bot, um ein eigenes Bewusstsein zu erlangen und über die eigene Rolle im Universum nachzudenken ? Umfang: 576 S. ISBN: 978-3-641-24951-9
Inhalt: Für den zu einer ? wenn auch wortkargen ? Sicherheitseinheit umfunktionierten Killerbot droht die schlimmste Aufgabe, die man sich vorstellen kann. Sie muss (a) einen Mord auf Preservation Station aufklären (nicht so schlimm), dafür (b) mit der Stations-KI zusammenarbeiten (suboptimal, aber okay) und vor allem (c) mit Menschen reden (sehr schlimm). Als Killerbot bleibt einem auch nichts erspart ? Umfang: 192 S. ISBN: 978-3-641-30930-5
Inhalt: Wer kennt es nicht: dieses Gefühl, wenn der Boss reinkommt, einem einen Auftrag gibt, von dem mal wieder die Zukunft der Galaxis abhängt bla bla bla, während man sich in dieser Sekunde viel lieber abschalten und ein paar Hundert Folgen der Lieblingsserie bingen würde. Ach ja, und eigentlich ist man ein auf die Tötung von Menschen programmierter, ausgemusterter Roboter. Sie kennen das? Herzlichen Glückwunsch ? und willkommen in der Welt von Killerbot. Ungekürzte Lesung mit Charles Rettinghaus ca. 14h 24min Umfang: 864 Min. ISBN: 978-3-8371-5411-5
Inhalt: Wer kennt es nicht: dieses Gefühl, wenn der Boss reinkommt, einem einen Auftrag gibt, von dem mal wieder die Zukunft der Galaxis abhängt bla bla bla, während man sich in dieser Sekunde viel lieber abschalten und ein paar Hundert Folgen der Lieblingsserie bingen würde. Ach ja, und eigentlich ist man ein auf die Tötung von Menschen programmierter, ausgemusterter Roboter. Sie kennen das? Herzlichen Glückwunsch ? und willkommen in der Welt von Killerbot. Umfang: 480 S. ISBN: 978-3-641-26981-4
Inhalt: **Von Feenhügeln und anderen Wundern** Als Rona Drummond auf einen versteckten Brief ihres Cousins stößt, beschließt die Studentin eine Reise nach Schottland zu wagen, um mehr über ihre ursprüngliche Heimat und ihre Ahnen zu erfahren. Schon lange hat sie das wilde Hochland und die weiten Wiesen vermisst. Doch mit was für einer Augenweide Rona tatsächlich konfrontiert wird, findet sie erst am Flughafen in Inverness heraus. Vor ihr steht Sean, ein athletischer, tätowierter Schotte, der einfach nur zum Umfallen gut aussieht. Und genau der ist es, der Rona auf ihre Ausflüge quer durch Schottland begleitet. Dabei sorgen merkwürdige Ereignisse dafür, dass sie einem dunklen Familiengeheimnis näherkommen, das nicht nur Ronas bisheriges Leben, sondern auch ihre aufkeimenden Gefühle für Sean in ein ganz anderes Licht stellt... Umfang: 506 Min.
Inhalt: Das ultimative MARVEL Buch: Einfach unglaublich ? die größten Superhelden des MARVEL Universums in einem Buch! Von den MARVEL Avengers und Spider-Man bis zu den ewig lebenden Eternals ? spektakuläre Comic-Illustrationen aus über 80 Jahren MARVEL Geschichte präsentieren die wichtigsten MARVEL Helden und Schurken. Vollgepackt mit sensationellen Infografiken und spannendem Expertenwissen lässt dieses MARVEL Lexikon die Fans tief in das Leben ihrer Helden eintauchen. So haben Sie das MARVEL Universum noch nicht gesehen! Die fantastische Welt der Superhelden grafisch einzigartig aufbereitet: Mit Comic-Illustrationen und Infografiken liefert dieses einzigartige MARVEL Buch den ultimativen Überblick zur komplexen und facettenreichen MARVEL Welt ? von den Helden und Schurken bis zu ihrer Ausrüstung und den ungewöhnlichen Schauplätzen auf fernen Welten. ? Helden, Schurken & Sensationen. ? Fantastische Original-Comic-Illustrationen. ? Verblüffendes Expertenwissen in klarem Layout. Fundiert & zugänglich aufbereitet: Der perfekte Überblick zum MARVEL Universum! Umfang: 248 S. ISBN: 978-3-8310-8297-1
Inhalt: The man who wanted to see it allWie ist es, das gesamte Erwachsenenleben unterwegs zu sein? Heinz Stücke aus Hövelhof hat es erlebt. 22 Jahre alt war er, als er sein ostwestfälisches Heimatdörfchen mit gepackten Satteltaschen verließ und 73, als er erstmals wieder zurückkehrte. Die unglaubliche Geschichte eines Nomadenlebens.51 Jahre lang radelte Heinz Stücke durch die Welt. Dabei legte er sagenhafte 648.000 Kilometer zurück und sah alle 196 Länder dieser Erde. Mit 18 umrundet Stücke das Mittelmeer, heuert als Matrose auf einem Schiff an und geht heimlich an der russischen Küste an Land, um nach Moskau und Wladiwostok zu radeln. Immer wieder wird er von der Miliz festgenommen und in einem Zug in Richtung Westen geschickt, doch immer wieder steigt er aus und fährt seinen eigenen Weg durch die Sowjetunion.Zurück in Hövelhof fasst Stücke einen Plan: Bevor ein Mädchen ihn kriegt und er sesshaft wird, möchte er zur Olympiade in Tokio reisen. Mit dem Fahrrad natürlich. Es ist 1962 und er hat zwei Jahre Abenteuer vor sich. Bei seiner Abreise hat Stücke 300 US-Dollar im Gepäck und ist so vorsichtig mit seinen Ausgaben, dass er mit weniger als 1 US-Dollar am Tag auskommt. In Äthiopien ist er dann aber so gut wie pleite als Haile Selassie, der Kaiser von Abssinien, ihn zu sich einlädt und ihm 500 US-Dollar schenkt. Ein Vermögen. Es ermöglicht neue Ziele: In Kapstadt rollte er sein Rad auf die Fähre und setzt erstmals nach Brasilien über.Diese und viele weitere Geschichten hat Heinz Stücke in langen Gesprächen mit Autorin Carina Wolfram erzählt, entstanden ist ein Buch über ein schier unglaubliches Leben unterwegs.- das Buch enthält zahlreiche Fotografien von Heinz Stücke aus über 50 Jahren Weltreise- aktuelle Netflix-Doku über Heinz Stücke: "The man who wanted to see it all"- mit einem Vorwort von Dennis Kailing - bekannt aus der Netflix-Doku "Besser Welt als Nie"Über 50 Jahre mit dem Rad um die WeltBereits ins Afrika hielt Heinz Stücke Vorträge in deutschen Vereinen. In Südamerika gibt es noch mehr deutsche Immigranten und er wird darin zum Profi: Fußball spielen, Bier trinken und einen Vortrag halten. Er erzählt unzählige Male von seinen Erlebnissen. Ständig wird er zum Essen eingeladen und die Gastgeber sind begeistert. Heimweh hat er immer weniger. Im Gegenteil, je länger er unterwegs ist, umso größer wird die Angst vor einem Lebensstil, der den meisten von uns vertraut, ihm jedoch vollkommen fremd, ist. Und so findet Stücke immer neue Gründe, um nicht heimzukehren.Erst im Rentenalter kehrt er in seinen Heimatort zurück und lebt von den Erzählungen seiner Geschichte und seinem Projekt, ein Museum über sein Leben zu verwirklichen. Letzteres wird er wohl nicht mehr schaffen, doch hat die Netflix-Dokumentation "The Man Who wanted to see it all" ihm seit dem Herbst 2022 in auch Deutschland zu einem gewissen Ruhm verholfen.Das Buch über einen faszinierenden Lebenslauf wird jeden begeistern, den das Fernweh lockt. Umfang: 160 S. ISBN: 978-3-667-12919-2
Inhalt: Unfreiwillig strandet eine Düsseldorfer Reisegruppe in Kophusen. Der Bus ist defekt. Während die Gäste in dem kleinen Dorf festsitzen und auf den Ersatzbus warten, wird die Leiche eines jungen Mannes gefunden. Das Kophusener Ermittler-Trio gerät auf die Spur eines mysteriösen Geocachers, an dessen Verstecken immer wieder ein weißer Kastenwagen auftaucht. Kommissar Goldberg ahnt, dass die kuriosen Funde nicht Teil einer gewöhnlichen Schatzsuche sind. Hinter den Kulissen der harmlos wirkenden Reisegruppe entspinnt sich ein perfides Versteckspiel, das zu eskalieren droht ... Umfang: 365 Min.
Inhalt: Ein fesselnder Roman über die legendäre Königin, die England zur Weltmacht führte: ?Elisabeth I.? von Cornelia Wusowski jetzt als eBook bei dotbooks.Liebe und Macht, Loyalität und Verrat ? Ihr Vater war der skrupellose Heinrich VIII., ihre Mutter die schöne Anna Boleyn: In ihrer Kindheit steht Elisabeth im Zentrum der Aufmerksamkeit ? doch als ihre Mutter wegen Ehebruchs zum Tode verurteilt wird, erklärt man das Mädchen zum Bastard. In den Tower gesperrt und von der Thronfolge ausgeschlossen, lebt Elisabeth fernab vom Prunk des Hofes ? und wird im Jahr 1559 trotzdem zur Königin von England gekrönt! Als Herrscherin über eine gespaltene Nation muss sie sich immer wieder gegen gefährliche Feinde durchsetzen. Aber sie ist gebildet, weltgewandt und bereit, ihrem Land bedingungslos zu dienen ? selbst wenn sie dafür ihre große Liebe opfern muss ?Das opulente Portrait einer der mächtigsten Frauen der Weltgeschichte! Jetzt als eBook kaufen und genießen: ?Elisabeth I.? von Cornelia Wusowski. Wer liest, hat mehr vom Leben: dotbooks ? der eBook-Verlag. Umfang: 1390 S. ISBN: 978-3-95824-782-6
Inhalt: Liebesgeschichte, Kriminalroman, Entwicklungsgeschichte, Politthriller furios zu einem Roman verwoben ? das ist das Buch von Juli Zeh, einem der überragenden Talente der deutschen Literatur. Für ihre Geschichte um den Völkerrechtsexperten Max, der nach dem Selbstmord seiner einzigen Liebe Jessie ins Bodenlose stürzt, wurde die Autorin mit dem Deutschen Bücherpreis, mit dem Rauriser Literaturpreis und dem Bremer Literaturpreis ausgezeichnet, die Kritik lag ihr zu Füßen. Juli Zeh erzählt lakonisch und doch voller Poesie vom Schicksal einer Liebe, die sich im Geflecht von Politik und Profit verfängt. Ihr Roman entwirft das eindrucksvolle Szenario einer Welt nach dem Zusammenbruch der Ideologien ? und das in einer Sprache, die rasant und absolut zeitgemäß ist. Umfang: 576 S. ISBN: 978-3-641-24267-1
Inhalt: In diesem Buch möchte ich Ihnen das wundervolle Thema Traumreisen für Kinder vorstellen. In einer Welt voller Stress und Hektik sind wir alle dankbar für ein wenig Ablenkung und ein bisschen Entspannung für zwischendurch. So geht es nicht nur uns Erwachsenen, auch unsere Kinder brauchen ab und zu eine Auszeit vom Alltagsstress. Durch ihre Offenheit für Fantasie und Kreativität können sich die Kinder ganz besonders gut in eine Fantasiewelt hineinversetzen. Diese Fähigkeit können Sie als Eltern nutzen und die Traumreise als besondere Familienzeit gemeinsam gestalten. Doch wie funktioniert so eine Reise überhaupt und was sollten Sie besonders beachten? Welche Umgebung und welche Tageszeiten bieten sich an und sollte man als Erzähler bestimmte Vorgaben beachten? Diese Antworten möchte ich Ihnen in diesem Ratgeber gern geben, damit Sie auch bestens auf diese tolle Erfahrung vorbereitet sind und diese fantastische Zeit richtig genießen können. So eine Traumreise ist eine sehr individuelle und persönliche Erfahrung, weshalb sie viel Spielraum für die eigenen Bedürfnisse lässt. Umfang: 83 Min. ISBN: 978-3-96930-327-6
Inhalt: "? der Junge wird Euch mit seinen sieben Jahren die Fantasie lehren wie ein Michelangelo die Farbe?"Paris 1821, am Institut National des Jeunes Aveugles, Frankreichs nationaler Blindenanstalt: Es ist die "Nachtschrift" eines gewissen Charles Barbier, die den blinden Louis Braille in tiefes Grübeln versetzt. Fasziniert streicht der Junge mit den Fingerkuppen über die erhabenen Zeichen und stellt sich die eine Frage: Ist diese Schrift, die ursprünglich als Geheimschrift für das Militär ersonnen war, etwa das Vehikel in die Freiheit? Und siehe da ? nach anfänglichen Schwierigkeiten gelangt er zu sechs einfachen erhabenen Punkten. Sie sind ? so wird ihm bewusst ? der Schlüssel zu all dem Wissen, das in den Büchern der Sehenden schlummert und nach dem er unendlich dürstet. Ein atmosphärischer Roman über das Leben eines beeindruckenden Mannes, dessen Erfindung so vielen die Welt eröffnet: Louis Braille. Umfang: 353 Min. ISBN: 978-3-365-00700-6
Inhalt: Heroes and Villains of Origins and Masterverse come alive!This beautifully designed volume gives a deep dive into the lore and world of the Mattel hit figure lines, Masters of the Universe: Origins and Masterverse. Explore each figure's background, as well as detailed and wonderfully laid out artwork from the products themselves. Also, the tome will feature new insights from the creators of the figures, written by Alex Irvine (The Comic Book Story of Baseball, Marvel Phase One through Three)!Dark Horse Books and Mattel proudly present: The Art of Masters of the Universe: Origins and Masterverse! Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-1-5067-4216-8
Inhalt: Izzy McBride erbt überraschend ein Schloss von ihrem Großonkel in Schottland und stellt bei ihrer Ankunft fest, dass es noch nicht fertig ist. Währenddessen plant ihre Mutter ein Bed&Breakfast daraus zu machen und hat bereits ein Zimmer an den Autor Ross Adair vermietet. Umfang: 429 Seiten Standort: CAP ISBN: 978-3-499-00977-8
Inhalt: The magazine dedicated to fans of anime and manga of yesteryear, designed by experts in the field to bring back memories of the sensations given by these wonderful and iconic images. Inside are trivia and interviews with the protagonists of the wave coming from the Rising Sun to Italy, such as voice actors, theme song singers and early publishers.
Inhalt: 'I wonder what will become of her!' So speculate the friends and neighbours of Emma Woodhouse, the lovely, lively, wilful,and fallible heroine of Jane Austen's fourth published novel. Confident that she knows best, Emma schemes to find a suitable husband for her pliant friend Harriet, only to discover that she understands the feelings of others as little as she does her own heart. As Emma puzzles and blunders her way through the mysteries of her social world, Austen evokes for her readers a cast of unforgettable characters and a detailed portrait of a small town undergoing historical transition. Written with matchless wit and irony, judged by many to be her finest novel, Emma has been adapted many times for film and television. This new edition emphasises the novel's extraordinary technical audacity. While apparently conservative in its choice of setting and range of characters, it was - and is - a formally revolutionary work. Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-0-19-257482-4
Inhalt: Pride and Prejudice is an 1813 novel of manners written by Jane Austen. Though it is mostly called a romantic novel, it is also a satire. The novel follows the character development of Elizabeth Bennet, the dynamic protagonist of the book who learns about the repercussions of hasty judgments and comes to appreciate the difference between superficial goodness and actual goodness. Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-3-9867787-0-5
Joining the ranks of The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F*ck, The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, You Are a Badas*, and F*ck Feelings comes this refreshing, BS-free, self-empowerment guide that offers an honest, no-nonsense, tough-love approach to help you move past self-imposed limitations. Are you tired of feeling fu*ked up? If you are, Gary John Bishop has the answer. In this straightforward handbook, he gives you the tools and advice you need to demolish the slag weighing you down and become the truly unfu*ked version of yourself. ''Wake up to the miracle you are,'' he directs. ''Here's what you've forgotten: You're a fu*king miracle of being.'' It isn't other people that are standing in your way, it isn't even your circumstances that are blocking your ability to thrive, it's yourself and the negative self-talk you keep telling yourself. In Unfu*k Yourself, Bishop leads you through a series of seven assertions: I am willing. I am wired to win. I got this. I embrace the uncertainty. I am not my thoughts; I am what I do. I am relentless. I expect nothing and accept everything. Lead the life you were meant to have—Unfu*k Yourself.
A provocative manifesto arguing for a new understanding of the Jews' peoplehood
Today there are two seemingly mutually exclusive notions of what "the Jews" are: either a religion or a nation/ethnicity. The widespread conception is that the Jews were formerly either a religious community in exile or a nation based on Jewish ethnicity. The latter position is commonly known as "Zionism," and all articulations of a political theory of Zionism are taken to be variations of that view.
In this provocative audiobook, based on his decades of study of the history of the Jews, Daniel Boyarin lays out the problematic aspects of this binary opposition and offers the outlines of a different—and very old—answer to the question of the identity of a diaspora nation. He aims to drive a wedge between the "nation" and the "state," only very recently conjoined, and recover a robust sense of nationalism that does not involve sovereignty.
Do you want to free yourself from worry and anxiety?
Allen Carr's Easyway method has brilliantly transformed lives all over the world, setting out a wonderful practical pathway to help free millions from a whole variety of addictions.
It strips away the illusions that leave us prey to negative thoughts and behaviours, showing us how to gain clarity and control if we focus on who we truly are rather than being distracted by those things that harm and trouble us. The key to peace of mind lies within.
Mindfulness lies at the heart of Allen Carr's philosophy and this book shares the proven principles of mindfulness with a wider audience in simple accessible terms that apply to real life and provide a tangible, practical outcome: YOUR HAPPINESS.
What people say about Allen Carr's Easyway method:
"The Allen Carr program was nothing short of a miracle." Anjelica Huston
"It was such a revelation that instantly I was freed from my addiction." Sir Anthony Hopkins
"His skill is in removing the psychological dependence." The Sunday Times
How do I know if I'm actually sexual? How do I come out as asexual? What kinds of relationship can I have as an ace person? If you are looking for answers to these questions, Cody is here to help. Within these pages lie all the advice you need as a questioning ace teen. Tackling everything from what asexuality is, the asexual spectrum and tips on coming out, to intimacy, relationships, acephobia and finding joy, this guide will help you better understand your asexual identity alongside deeply relatable anecdotes drawn from Cody's personal experience. Whether you are ace, demi, gray-ace or not sure yet, this book will give you the courage and confidence to embrace your authentic self and live your best ace life.
“An astonishing work.” —Julian Fellowes, Creator and Executive Producer of “Downton Abbey”
“A book well worthy of marking the centenary of the crystal-clear night when the immense ship slid to her terrible doom.” —Simon Winchester, New York Times bestselling author of The Professor and the Madman
It has been one hundred years since the sinking of the passenger liner Titanic in the North Atlantic, yet worldwide fascination with the epic tragedy remains as strong as ever. With Voyagers of the Titanic, Richard Davenport-Hines gives us a magnificent history of the people intimately connected with the infamous ship—from deal-makers and industry giants, like J.P. Morgan, who built and operated it; to Molly Brown, John Jacob Astor IV, and other glittering aristocrats who occupied its first class cabins; to the men and women traveling below decks hoping to find a better life in America. Commemorating the centennial anniversary of the great disaster, Voyagers of the Titanic offers a fascinating, uniquely original view of one of the most momentous catastrophes of the 20th century.
"What is the meaning of life? How can we find happiness and fulfillment? What is our purpose or calling in life? These are just a few of the profound and timeless questions explored in this engaging book." ... "A large language model trained by OpenAI, offers insights and perspectives on some of the greatest mysteries of the human experience. Whether you are seeking answers to your own questions or simply want to broaden your understanding of the world, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to delve deeper into the great questions of life." [2] - said ChatGPT
Communication should be clear, concise, and should get to the point quickly. The problem is we don't always know how to do this. What does it mean to be concise? How can a complex topic be summarized in just a few lines?
This award-winning book is a step-by-step guide for clear, concise communication in everyday work conversations. Being concise is not about trying to condense all the information into sixty seconds. It is about having clear intent, talking about one topic at a time, and focusing on solutions instead of dwelling on problems.
Throughout this book you'll discover how to:
· Have shorter, better work conversations and meetings
· Get to the point faster without rambling or going off on tangents
· Lead your audience toward the solution you need
· Apply one technique to almost every discussion, email, presentation and interview with great results
This book is a result of more than 20,000 conversations in both business and technical jobs. Chris Fenning has trained individuals and teams around the world in these techniques. He has worked with organizations from start-ups to Fortune 50 and FTSE 100 companies. These methods work for them all.
Having clearer communication is easier than you might expect, and it all starts with the first minute.
The hotly anticipated book from "one of the all-time pop-culture greats" (New York magazine) that chronicles her shocking life and unyielding determination to not only survive but achieve her dreams. Julia Fox is famous for many things: her captivating acting, such as her breakout role in the film Uncut Gems; her trendsetting style, including bleached eyebrows, exaggerated eyeshadow, and cutout dresses; her mastery of social media, where she entertains and educates her millions of followers. But all these share the trait for which she is most famous: unabashedly and unapologetically being herself.
This commitment to authenticity has never been more on display than in Down the Drain. With writing that is both eloquent and accessible, Fox recounts her turbulent path to cultural supremacy: her parents' volatile relationship that divided her childhood between Italy and New York City and left her largely raising herself; a possessive and abusive drug-dealing boyfriend whose torment continued even from within Rikers Island; her own trips to jail as well as to a psychiatric hospital; her work as a dominatrix that led to a complicated entanglement with a sugar daddy; a heroin habit that led to New Orleans trap houses and that she would kick only after the fatal overdose of her best friend; her own near-lethal overdoses and the deaths of still more friends from drugs and suicide; an emotionally explosive, tabloid-dominating romance with a figure she dubs "The Artist"; a whirlwind, short-lived marriage and her trials as a single parent striving to support her young son. Yet as extraordinary as her story is, its universality is what makes it so powerful. Fox doesn't just capture her improbable evolution from grade-school outcast to fashion-world icon, she captures her transition from girlhood to womanhood to motherhood. Family and friendship, sex and death, violence and love, money and power, innocence and experience—it's all here, in raw, remarkable, and riveting detail.
More than a year before the book's publication, Fox's description of it as "a masterpiece" in a red carpet interview went viral. As always, she was just being honest. Down the Drain is a true literary achievement, as one-of-a-kind as its author. Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-1-66801-152-2
Inhalt:WINNER OF THE EDGAR AWARD FOR BEST FACT CRIME SHORTLISTED FOR THE ANDREW CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR EXCELLENCE IN NON-FICTION SHORTLISTED FOR THE CWA ALCS GOLD DAGGER FOR NON-FICTION **SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE DIRECTED BY MARTIN SCORSESE STARRING LEONARDO DICAPRIO ** 'A riveting true story of greed, serial murder and racial injustice' JON KRAKAUER 'A fiercely entertaining mystery story and a wrenching exploration of evil' KATE ATKINSON 'A fascinating account of a tragic and forgotten chapter in the history of the American West' JOHN GRISHAM From the bestselling author of The Lost City of Z, now a major film starring Charlie Hunnam, Sienna Miller and Robert Pattison, comes a true-life murder story which became one of the FBI's first major homicide investigations. In the 1920s, the richest people per capita in the world were members of the Osage Indian nation in Oklahoma. After oil was discovered beneath their land, they rode in chauffeured automobiles, built mansions and sent their children to study in Europe.
Then, one by one, the Osage began to be killed off. As the death toll climbed, the FBI took up the case. But the bureau badly bungled the investigation. In desperation, its young director, J. Edgar Hoover, turned to a former Texas Ranger named Tom White to unravel the mystery. Together with the Osage he and his undercover team began to expose one of the most chilling conspiracies in American history.
'David Grann has a razor-keen instinct for suspense' LOUISE ERDRICH Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-1-4711-6655-6
THE MILLION COPY INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER 'If power is your ultimate goal, this is the book you need' The Times Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this piercing work distils three thousand years of the history of power into forty-eight well-explicated laws. As attention-grabbing in its design as it is in its content, this bold volume outlines the laws of power in their unvarnished essence, synthesizing the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun-tzu, Carl von Clausewitz, and other great thinkers. Some laws require prudence ("Law 1: Never Outshine the Master"), some stealth ("Law 3: Conceal Your Intentions"), and some the total absence of mercy ("Law 15: Crush Your Enemy Totally"), but like it or not, all have applications in real-life situations. Illustrated through the tactics of Queen Elizabeth I, Henry Kissenger, P T Barnum, and other famous figures who have wielded - or been victimised by - power, these laws will fascinate any reader interested in gaining, observing or defending against ultimate control.
Inhalt:Build a more satisfying and meaningful life with this best-selling guide to freeing yourself from depression, anxiety, and insecurity through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Are you, like millions of Americans, caught in the happiness trap? Russ Harris explains that the way most of us go about trying to find happiness ends up making us miserable, driving the epidemics of stress, anxiety, and depression. This empowering book presents the insights and techniques of ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) a revolutionary new psychotherapy based on cutting-edge research in behavioral psychology. By clarifying your values and developing mindfulness (a technique for living fully in the present moment), ACT helps you escape the happiness trap and find true satisfaction in life. The techniques presented in The Happiness Trap will help readers to: • Reduce stress and worry • Handle painful feelings and thoughts more effectively • Break self-defeating habits • Overcome insecurity and self-doubt • Create a rich, full, and meaningful life “ . . . a powerful beacon showing us another way forward.” —Steven Hayes, PhD, author of Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-0-8348-4441-4
Inhalt: READ JOHN KAMPFNER'S NEW BOOK: IN SEARCH OF BERLIN: THE STORY OF A REINVENTED CITY ***THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER*** BOOK OF THE YEAR IN GUARDIAN, ECONOMIST & NEW STATESMAN 'Excellent and provocative... a passionate, timely book.' Sunday Times 'A fine new book... thoughtful, deeply reported and impeccably even-handed.' The Times Emerging from a collection of city states 150 years ago, no other country has had as turbulent a history as Germany or enjoyed so much prosperity in such a short time frame. Today, as much of the world succumbs to authoritarianism and democracy is undermined from its heart, Germany stands as a bulwark for decency and stability. Mixing personal journey and anecdote with compelling empirical evidence, this is a critical and entertaining exploration of the country many in the West still love to hate. Raising important questions for our post-Brexit landscape, Kampfner asks why, despite its faults, Germany has become a model for others to emulate, while Britain fails to tackle contemporary challenges. Part memoir, part history, part travelogue, Why the Germans Do It Better is a rich and witty portrait of an eternally fascinating country. Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-1-78649-977-6
Make the leap from average to exceptional and start living the remarkable life you were meant to lead
Ever wonder what sets people like Steve Wozniak, Stacey Abrams, Mark Rober, and Jane Goodall apart? Why do some people seem to eat, sleep, and breathe "awesome?"
In Think Remarkable, tech titan Guy Kawasaki teams up with Madisun Nuismer, producer of the Remarkable People podcast, to share invaluable knowledge from more than 40 years of working with game-changing organizations such as Apple, Canva, Google, Mercedes Benz, and Wikipedia, and delivers insights from a collection of amazing interviews that'll kick you into high gear and get you ready to start showing the world your best, most amazing self. Together the authors show you how to lead a fulfilling life by drawing on insights from working closely with some of the world's most remarkable people. You'll learn:
How to find your own inner ass-kicker and unlock potential you never knew you were capable of
Cultivate the resilience, grit, and fearlessness needed to overcome obstacles and setbacks
Apply the lessons from the world's most innovative companies to your personal growth journey
Make the leap from average to exceptional. Think Remarkable is more than a book-it's a way of life. It is the gotta-read-right-now book you can't afford to miss. So, grab a copy today and start making yourself-and the world-a whole lot more remarkable.
**THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER** 'The visionary author of How to Do Nothing returns to challenge the notion that 'time is money.' . . . Expect to feel changed by this radical way of seeing' Esquire We're living on the wrong clock. And it's destroying us. Our life is dominated by the corporate clock that so many of us contort ourselves to fit inside. It wasn't devised for people, but for profit. We need to embrace a whole new concept of time: one that gives us and our planet a brighter future. In Saving Time, Jenny Odell, bestselling author of How to Do Nothing, examines how we got to the point where time became money. Taking inspiration from the pre-industrial, ecological and geological rhythms of our world, she offers us radical new models to live by that make a more humane, more hopeful existence seem possible. Now is our moment to rethink. And if we do, time might just save us. 'An inimitable gift' Jia Tolentino, author of Trick Mirror 'One of the most important books I've read in my life' Ed Yong, author of An Immense World 'To read it is ... to experience how freedom might feel' Oliver Burkeman, author of Four Thousand Weeks
The inspiration for the major motion picture Priscilla directed by Sofia Coppola, this New York Times bestseller reveals the intimate story of Elvis Presley and Priscilla Presley, told by the woman who lived it.
Decades after his death, millions of fans continue to worship Elvis the legend. But very few knew him as Elvis the man. Here in her own words, Priscilla Presley tells the story of their love, revealing the details of their first meeting, their marriage, their affairs, their divorce, and the unbreakable bond that has remained long after his tragic death.
A tribute to both the man and the legend, Elvis and Me gives Elvis fans the world over an unprecedented look at the true life of the King of Rock 'N' Roll and the woman who loved him.
Inhalt: "Most people think of love as a feeling," says David Richo, "but love is not so much a feeling as a way of being present." In this book, Richo offers a fresh perspective on love and relationships—one that focuses not on finding an ideal mate, but on becoming a more loving and realistic person. Drawing on the Buddhist concept of mindfulness, How to Be an Adult in Relationships explores five hallmarks of mindful loving and how they play a key role in our relationships throughout life: 1. Attention to the present moment; observing, listening, and noticing all the feelings at play in our relationships. 2. Acceptance of ourselves and others just as we are. 3. Appreciation of all our gifts, our limits, our longings, and our poignant human predicament. 4. Affection shown through holding and touching in respectful ways. 5. Allowing life and love to be just as they are, with all their ecstasy and ache, without trying to take control. When deeply understood and applied, these five simple concepts—what Richo calls the five A's—form the basis of mature love. They help us to move away from judgment, fear, and blame to a position of openness, compassion, and realism about life and relationships. By giving and receiving these five A's, relationships become deeper and more meaningful, and they become a ground for personal transformation. Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-0-8348-4391-2
Inhalt: It is a new beginning for Kratos. Living as a man, outside the shadow of the gods, he seeks solitude in the unfamiliar lands of Norse mythology. With new purpose and his son at his side, Kratos must fight for survival as powerful forces threaten to disrupt the new life he has created. An intimate chronicle of the years-long odyssey to bring Kratos and Atreus's beautiful and brutal world to life.
Step into Midgard and explore beyond, as Dark Horse Books and Santa Monica Studio proudly present the quintessential companion to the enormously anticipated God of War. This is a document unlike any other that sets readers on an exhaustive behind-the-scenes journey to witness the creation of an epic of tremendous scale.
"Fantastic... Stefanie's practical, informative, inspiring and highly-accessible approach to addressing psychological phenomena makes this book a hit" — Vex King, bestselling author of Good Vibes, Good Life "I adored this book! Both mind-expanding and easy to digest, it is extremely helpful to me as a person, partner, mother and writer and my life is definitely better — brighter, more enjoyable, less dominated by fear — for having read it" — Cathy Rentzenbrink, author of The Last Act of Love The breakthrough million-copy international bestseller about how to find happiness by befriending your inner child Everyone longs to be accepted and loved. Ideally, during childhood, we develop the self-confidence and sense of trust that will help us through life as adults. But the traumas that we experience in childhood also unconsciously shape and determine our entire approach to life as adults. In The Child In You, bestselling author and psychologist Stefanie Stahl shares her proven approach for working with - and befriending - our inner child. Powerful, imaginative and practical - with clever exercises, from the three positions of perception to over-writing old memories - she shows how by renouncing our 'shadow child' and embracing our 'sun child,' we can learn to resolve conflicts, form better relationships, and find the answer to (almost) any problem. "I thoroughly recommend The Child In You, which will help anyone who wants to improve their mental wellbeing. We should all know our inner child, and Stefanie Stahl shows how we can get to do so, exploring this concept with warmth and accessibility" — Julia Samuel, author of Grief Works and This Too Shall Pass
'The Source marries universal truths with scientific rigor for a persuasive, important exploration of The Law of Attraction.' - Deepak Chopra MD '[Like] the self-help success The Secret, but cooler and more sciencey.' - Evening Standard Life-changing opportunities pass us by every day - now we can train our minds to seize them Self-help books like The Secret promise that we can tap into the 'law of attraction' to control our destiny, simply by changing our thoughts. If we strip away the mystique, at the heart of this idea is a fundamental truth that is backed up by the latest breakthroughs in neuroscience: most of the things we want from life - health, happiness, wealth, love - are governed by our ability to think, feel and act; in other words, by our brain. Dr Tara Swart, a neuroscientist and executive coach with a background in psychiatry, is convinced beyond all doubt of our ability to alter how our brains work - and transform our lives. In The Source, she draws on the latest cognitive science and her experience coaching highly successful people to reveal the secret to mastering our minds. With a four-step plan to awaken the power of your brain, this unique guide to life combines science and spirituality in a way that is open-minded and practical. Discover how to: - Challenge 'autopilot' thinking and rewire your brain's pathways to fulfil your potential - Manifest the things you want by directing your energy towards your deepest values and ambitions - Harness the power of visualisation to prime your brain to grab opportunities and take control of your future - Attack life with confidence, dispel fear and avoid negative thinking Unlock your potential today - you are just four steps away from building a new confident you.
Inhalt:Revised edition of the best-selling memoir that has been read by over a million people worldwide with translations in 29 languages. After too many years of unfulfilling work, Bronnie Ware began searching for a job with heart. Despite having no formal qualifications or previous experience in the field, she found herself working in palliative care. During the time she spent tending to those who were dying, Bronnie's life was transformed. Later, she wrote an Internet blog post, outlining the most common regrets that the people she had cared for had expressed. The post gained so much momentum that it was viewed by more than three million readers worldwide in its first year. At the request of many, Bronnie subsequently wrote a book, The Top Five Regrets of the Dying, to share her story. Bronnie has had a colourful and diverse life. By applying the lessons of those nearing their death to her own life, she developed an understanding that it is possible for everyone, if we make the right choices, to die with peace of mind. In this revised edition of the best-selling memoir that has been read by over a million people worldwide, with translations in 29 languages, Bronnie expresses how significant these regrets are and how we can positively address these issues while we still have the time. The Top Five Regrets of the Dying gives hope for a better world. It is a courageous, life-changing book that will leave you feeling more compassionate and inspired to live the life you are truly here to live. Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-1-4019-5601-1
Inhalt:From the founders of nonprofits Water.org und WaterEquity Gary White and Matt Damon, the incredible true story of two unlikely allies on a mission to end the global water crisis for good On any given morning, you might wake up and shower with water, make your coffee with water, flush your toilet with water—and think nothing of it.
But around the world, more than three-quarters of a billion people can’t do any of that—because they have no clean water source near their homes. And 1.7 billion don’t have access to a toilet. This crisis affects a third of the people on the planet. It keeps kids out of school and women out of work. It traps people in extreme poverty. It spreads disease.
It’s also solvable. That conviction is what brought together movie actor Matt Damon and water expert and engineer Gary White. They spent years getting the answer wrong, then halfway right, then almost right. Over time, they and their organization, Water.org, have found an approach that works. Working with partners across East Africa, Latin America, South Asia, and Southeast Asia, they’ve helped over 40 million people access water and/or sanitation. In The Worth of Water, Gary and Matt take us along on the journey—telling stories as they uncover insights, try out new ideas, and travel between the communities they serve and the halls of power where decisions get made. With humor and humility, they illuminate the challenges of launching a brand-new model with extremely high stakes: better health and greater prosperity for people allover the world.
The Worth of Water invites us to become a part of this effort—to match hope with resources, to empower families and communities, and to end the global water crisis for good. All the authors’ proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to Water.org. Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-0-593-50889-3
From the author of the acclaimed Jinx trilogy comes a spellbinding fantasy, perfect for fans of the School for Good and Evil series, about a young heroine fighting to save a world that would dare to tame her.
Chantel would much rather focus on her magic than on curtsying, which is why she often finds herself in trouble at Miss Ellicott’s School for Magical Maidens. But when Miss Ellicott mysteriously disappears along with all the other sorceresses in the city, Chantel’s behavior becomes the least of her problems.
Without any magic protecting the city, it is up to Chantel and her friends to save the Kingdom. On a dangerous mission, Chantel will discover a crossbow-wielding boy, a dragon, and a new, fiery magic that burns inside her—but can she find the sorceresses and transform Lightning Pass into the city it was meant to be?
"Summer's smells, sounds, rhythms, and rituals unspool luxuriantly in this tribute to the season." —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) When the days stretch out like a slow yawn, and the night is full of crickets singing . . . then it's time to get ready for summer! From fireworks and ice-cream trucks, to lemonade stands and late bedtimes, to swimming in the lake and toasting marshmallows, there's something for everyone in this bright and buoyant celebration of the sunny season. Tom Brenner's lovely, lyrical ode to summers spent outdoors will strike a chord with anyone who's ever counted down the days until school gets out, and Jaime Kim's jubilant, nostalgia-soaked illustrations leave little doubt that summer is indeed a time unlike any other.
Inhalt:Return to the world of TikTok sensation, TO KILL A KINGDOM for a dark and romantic fantasy adventure!
In this Rapunzel-inspired fantasy, a young witch, groomed to steal souls for an immortal king, meets the reckless, rebellious boy to whom her fate is tied. For sixteen years, Selestra has been trapped in her tower on the Floating Mountain, preparing to take her mother's place as the King's Witch, who foretells deaths in the Festival of Predictions. Outrunning your fate earns a wish and the chance to steal the King's immortality. But die and your soul is forfeit. And though thousands have tried, nobody has ever beaten death. A soldier in the King's army, Nox is an unlikely candidate for the Festival, but, driven by revenge, he is determined to steal the King's immortality and kill the entirety of his court, starting with Selestra. Yet when Selestra touches Nox in her very first prediction, their fates become entwined, and death seeks to take both their souls. Only by working together can they survive long enough to escape the dark fate and the immortal King that now hunts them.
'Princess of Souls sucked me in from the very first sentence.' Tricia Levenseller, author of The Shadows Between Us 'Glistening with dark magic.' Chloe Gong, author of These Violent Delights
'A decadently dark tale of witches, fate and defying death.' Ciannon Smart, author of Witches Steeped in Gold
Be prepared for a feast of storytelling, featuring breathtaking journeys, nail-biting battles and powerful magic. Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-1-4714-1200-4
Inhalt:A TIKTOK sensation! An unforgettable dark romantic fantasy novel about the siren with a taste for royal blood and the prince who has sworn to destroy her. "Stellar world building and nonstop action will keep readers hooked on this twisted reimagining of 'The Little Mermaid'." - Booklist Online
Princess Lira is siren royalty and the most lethal of them all. With the hearts of seventeen princes in her collection, she is revered across the sea. Until a twist of fate forces her to kill one of her own. To punish her daughter, the Sea Queen transforms Lira into the one thing they loathe most - a human. Robbed of her song, Lira has until the winter solstice to deliver Prince Elian's heart to the Sea Queen or remain a human forever. The ocean is the only place Prince Elian calls home, even though he is heir to the most powerful kingdom in the world. His calling? Ridding the world of the menace of the sirens. But when he rescues a drowning woman, it becomes clear that there's more to her than there first appeared. She promises to help him find the key to destroying the sirens for good. But can he trust her? "A world of beauty and monstrosity" Publishers Weekly Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-1-4714-0740-6
Inhalt:Prepare to be amazed by this magic trick in a book! This is not an ordinary book—it's a magical one! Lady Rabbit goes beyond pulling a rabbit out of a hat or making herself disappear. For her next act, she will READ YOUR MIND! That's right: You pick a member from the magician's adorable audience—don't tell which one you've chosen—and this book will guess who it is! Inspired by 17th‑century magic books, this interactive game in a book will enchant readers of all ages, compelling them to pick among many intriguing, illustrated characters and play over and over (and over) again. Now, without further ado . . . let the magic show begin! A MAGIC TRICK—AND GAME!—IN A BOOK: This book is pure fun—perfect for fans of Press Here, Bunny Slopes, and Tap the Magic Tree. Turn the pages and prepare to be amazed! Kids will interact with this book and experience many different and delightful outcomes. CELEBRATES THE MAGIC OF BOOKS: This picture book is brimming with energy and interactivity. An ideal alternative to screens, it is a celebration of the book as "an experience." Kids won't want to put it down!
PERFECT FOR INDEPENDENT READING AND SHARING: Kids who are reading independently will find joy in interacting with this book, trying to outsmart it, and delighting in what it does. Parents will find joy in reading it repeatedly with their children and sharing in the book's literal magic. And, speaking of "sharing," kids will also enjoy sharing this book with their friends!
A STANDOUT GIFT: With its magical hook, irresistible illustrations, and delightful interactivity, this picture book is the perfect gift. Perfect for:
Kids who love magic and magic tricks
Parents, grandparents, and teachers seeking a fun and interactive picture book for young children
Fans of critically acclaimed author-illustrator Marianna Coppo
Pete the Cat earns and saves money to buy a supercool toy in this Level 1 I Can Read from New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean.
Pete the Cat wants a supercool Sharkbot toy, but he doesn't have enough money in his piggy bank. He takes on odd jobs, from shoveling snow to selling lemonade and more, and saves every penny. How long will it take for him to earn enough money to buy the toy?
Find out in this Level 1 I Can Read book complete with original illustrations from the creators of Pete the Cat, Kimberly and James Dean. Pete the Cat Saves Up is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.
Inhalt:Kristen Gudsnuk takes readers on a magical adventure about friendship in this fourth and final installment of her imaginative Making Friends series.
No magic. No sketchbook. No friends. Again?!
Dany's magical sketchbook has steered most of her middle-school life so far — it even helped create her best friend, Madison. But now the sketchbook is gone and Madison with it. Then one day, Dany tunes in to hit TV show My Magical Best Friend, and it's starring HERmagical best friend, Madison! The show is clearly based on Dany's life, and she watches it regularly with a mix of horror and fascination. But lately there's something else about the show that's captured her attention: Madison seems to be dropping hints for Dany to come rescue her. With no magical sketchbook at her fingertips, can Dany find a way to save her best friend?
Inhalt:In this clever and swoonworthy YA debut from the New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis, life’s moving pieces bring rival chess players together in a match for the heart. Mallory Greenleaf is done with chess. Every move counts nowadays; after the sport led to the destruction of her family four years earlier, Mallory’s focus is on her mom, her sisters, and the dead-end job that keeps the lights on. That is, until she begrudgingly agrees to play in one last charity tournament and inadvertently wipes the board with notorious “Kingkiller” Nolan Sawyer: current world champion and reigning Bad Boy of chess. Nolan’s loss to an unknown rook-ie shocks everyone. What’s even more confusing? His desire to cross pawns again. What kind of gambit is Nolan playing? The smart move would be to walk away. Resign. Game over. But Mallory’s victory opens the door to sorely needed cash-prizes and despite everything, she can’t help feeling drawn to the enigmatic strategist.... As she rockets up the ranks, Mallory struggles to keep her family safely separated from the game that wrecked it in the first place. And as her love for the sport she so desperately wanted to hate begins to rekindle, Mallory quickly realizes that the games aren’t only on the board, the spotlight is brighter than she imagined, and the competition can be fierce (-ly attractive. And intelligent…and infuriating…) Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-0-593-61992-6
Inhalt:Introducing a sweet and silly buffalo who tries to bluff and fluff his way into being bigger than he really is. This laugh-out-loud story by an Emmy-nominated comedy writer shows it’s okay to be yourself. I’m the Buffalo Fluffalo I heave and I huffalo Leave me alone because I’ve had enuffalo. Buffalo Fluffalo arrives on the scene puffed up with self-importance. Stomping around and raising billows of dust, Buffalo Fluffalo proclaims his superiority to the other creatures—the ram, the prairie dog, and the crow—who just want to be his friend. So Buffalo Fluffalo, who has had enuffalo, heads off to grumble to himself. Suddenly, a rain shower pours down from the clouds and—what’s this? All of his fluffalo is a soggy mess! There Fluffalo stands, a drenched pip-squeak without his disguise. The other animals, who could see through Fluffalo’s bravado from the start, circle around to comfort him. As prairie dog says with a smile in his eyes, You’re great how you are, no matter your size. Listeners will find Buffalo Fluffalo’s insecurity endearing and will be moved to reassure him. This humorous and delightful book encourages self-acceptance with a lighthearted touch. Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-0-593-94288-8
Inhalt:Winner of the National Book Award A New York Times Bestseller "The queer romance we’ve been waiting for.”—Ms. Magazine Seventeen-year-old Lily Hu can't remember exactly when the feeling took root—that desire to look, to move closer, to touch. Whenever it started growing, it definitely bloomed the moment she and Kathleen Miller walked under the flashing neon sign of a lesbian bar called the Telegraph Club. Suddenly everything seemed possible. But America in 1954 is not a safe place for two girls to fall in love, especially not in Chinatown. Red-Scare paranoia threatens everyone, including Chinese Americans like Lily. With deportation looming over her father—despite his hard-won citizenship—Lily and Kath risk everything to let their love see the light of day. (Cover image may vary.) Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-0-525-55526-1
Inhalt:The TikTok phenomenon and #1 New York Times bestseller. A beautiful and distinguished family. A private island. A brilliant, damaged girl; a passionate, political boy. A group of four friends-the Liars-whose friendship turns destructive. A revolution. An accident. A secret. Lies upon lies. True love. The truth. We Were Liars is a modern, sophisticated suspense novel from New York Times bestselling author, National Book Award finalist, and Printz Award honouree E. Lockhart. Read it. And if anyone asks you how it ends, just LIE. Don't miss FAMILY OF LIARS, the thrilling prequel to We Were Liars - out now! Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-1-4714-0399-6
Modern-day teens wander into Disney's Sleeping Beauty in this enemies-to-lovers rom-com from New York Times bestselling author Morgan Matson. Two modern teens. One classic fairy tale. Absolutely no cell service. Stella Griffin doesn't believe in fairy tales. Ever since her boyfriend dumped her three weeks before the prom-not ideal timing-she's convinced every love story is a lie. She's ready to skip the prom entirely. But she and her best friend, Nisha, have been planning for years to celebrate at Disneyland before the prom . . . an OG OC tradition. But even being all dressed up at the Happiest Place on Earth isn't salvaging Stella's night. Nisha has brought along her friend Reece to join them, and he and Stella do not get along. They're like oil and water. Cats and dogs. Aladdin and Jafar. And so what if Reece is, fine, kind of cute? Stella's over it all. Happily-ever-afters, true love's kisses, princes on white horses. It's not real. . . . Or is it? Because when Stella and Reece push through a hidden door in Sleeping Beauty's castle, they're not in Anaheim anymore. They're in the story. In Sleeping Beauty-with Aurora and Phillip, the fairies, Maleficent, and extremely intelligent woodland creatures. Unfortunately, they've landed right in the middle of the story-which throws things off. Suddenly, Aurora and Phillip are meeting before they were supposed to. The fairies are suspicious of the interlopers, and even Maleficent gets word of their arrival. Stella and Reece will have to put aside their differences, make sure Aurora and Phillip fall in love, and get the story back on track-because if things don't end the way they're supposed to . . . they might never get home. Will they be able to pull off a fairy-tale ending? And will Stella and Reece get a happily-ever-after of their own?
Modern-day teens wander into Disney's Sleeping Beauty in this enemies-to-lovers rom-com from New York Times bestselling author Morgan Matson. Two modern teens. One classic fairy tale. Absolutely no cell service. Stella Griffin doesn't believe in fairy tales. Ever since her boyfriend dumped her three weeks before the prom-not ideal timing-she's convinced every love story is a lie. She's ready to skip the prom entirely. But she and her best friend, Nisha, have been planning for years to celebrate at Disneyland before the prom . . . an OG OC tradition. But even being all dressed up at the Happiest Place on Earth isn't salvaging Stella's night. Nisha has brought along her friend Reece to join them, and he and Stella do not get along. They're like oil and water. Cats and dogs. Aladdin and Jafar. And so what if Reece is, fine, kind of cute? Stella's over it all. Happily-ever-afters, true love's kisses, princes on white horses. It's not real. . . . Or is it? Because when Stella and Reece push through a hidden door in Sleeping Beauty's castle, they're not in Anaheim anymore. They're in the story. In Sleeping Beauty-with Aurora and Phillip, the fairies, Maleficent, and extremely intelligent woodland creatures. Unfortunately, they've landed right in the middle of the story-which throws things off. Suddenly, Aurora and Phillip are meeting before they were supposed to. The fairies are suspicious of the interlopers, and even Maleficent gets word of their arrival. Stella and Reece will have to put aside their differences, make sure Aurora and Phillip fall in love, and get the story back on track-because if things don't end the way they're supposed to . . . they might never get home. Will they be able to pull off a fairy-tale ending? And will Stella and Reece get a happily-ever-after of their own?
Inhalt:A 12-year-old girl wins an invitation to train as an apprentice to immortals in the first book of the new must-read magical series destined to take the world by storm—perfect for fans of Amari and the Night Brothers, Skandar and Eragon. Let the competition begin! “A new classic fantasy adventure.” — Eoin Colfer, author of the internationally best-selling Artemis Fowl series
An outsider in her village above the cloud sea, 12-year-old orphan Yeung Zhi Ging’s only hope of escape is to win the single invitation to train as a Silhouette: an apprentice to the immortals. After her ill-fated attempt to impress the Silhouette scout leads to a dragon attack on the jade mountain, Zhi Ging is sure that her chances, and her life, are over. But the scout spots her potential and offers her protection and a second chance. She’s in. In her lessons in Hok Woh, the underwater realm of the immortals, Zhi Ging must face the challenging trials set by her teachers to prove that she’s worthy of being a Silhouette—despite her rivals' attempts to sabotage her. But as Zhi Ging’s power grows, so do the rumours of the return of the Fui Gwai, an evil spirit that turns people into grey-eyed thralls. When the impossible happens and the Fui Gwai attack the Silhouettes, can Zhi Ging use her newly uncovered talents to save her friends and the world beyond? Or will the grey-eyed spirit consume them all? “A soaring, luminous new world." —Jessica Townsend, New York Times bestselling author of The Nevermoor series Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-0-593-70613-8
Inhalt:The global phenomenon returns with the third book in the One of Us Is Lying series, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Karen M. McManus. When someone from the Bayview Four’s past resurfaces, history begins to repeat itself—and the consequences are deadly. The third time’s a charm. It’s been almost two years since Simon died in detention, and the aftermath has been hard to shake. First the Bayview Four had to prove they weren’t killers. Then a new generation outwitted a vengeful copycat. Now the entire Bayview Crew is back home for the summer, and everyone is trying to move on.
Only, this is Bayview, and life is never that simple.
At first the mysterious billboard seems like a bad joke: Time for a new game, Bayview. But when a member of the Bayview Crew disappears, it’s clear this “game” is serious—and whoever’s in charge isn’t sharing the rules. Or maybe there aren’t any.
Bronwyn. Cooper. Addy. Nate. Maeve. Phoebe. Knox. Luis. Kris. Everyone’s a target. And now that someone unexpected has returned to Bayview, things could start getting deadly.
The thing is, Simon was right about secrets—they all come out eventually. And Bayview has a lot it’s still hiding. Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-0-593-68022-3
From international bestseller, Karen McManus, comes the explosive third and final thrilling instalment in the acclaimed One of Us... series. Life hasn't been easy for the Bayview Crew. First they had to prove they weren't killers. Then a new generation had to outwit a vengeful copycat. Now, it's beginning again. At first the mysterious billboard seems like a bad joke: Time for a new game, Bayview. But when a member of the crew disappears, it's clear this 'game' just got serious - and no-one understands the rules. Everyone's a target. And now that someone unexpected has returned to Bayview, things are starting to get deadly. Simon was right about secrets - they all come out in the end. Praise for One of Us is Next: 'Given that her high-school-based murder mysteries read like bingeworthy Netflix dramas, it's easy to see why queen of teen crime Karen McManus is a bestseller on both sides of the Atlantic.' - THE OBSERVER 'McManus keeps the juicy subplots ticking over and drip-feeds reveals as clinically as an IV tube.' - THE GUARDIAN Praise for One of Us is Lying: 'Tightly plotted and brilliantly written, with sharp, believable characters, this whodunit is utterly irresistible' - HEAT 'A fantastic murder mystery, packed with cryptic clues and countless plot twists. I could not put this book down' - THE SUN
"All kids will see themselves in this beautiful book, intentionally designed to help toddlers learn about the amazing things their bodies can do." - Emily Oster, CEO of ParentData and bestselling author of Expecting Better, Cribsheet, and The Family Firm.
Learning how the human body works is an important skill for toddlers. This adorable kids anatomy book walks them through every major body part, with simple language and vibrant artwork that keep them engaged as they explore how they use their eyes to see, their nose to smell, their legs to move, and their arms to wave hello!
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Inhalt: Chronic overachiever Prudence Barnett is always quick to cast judgment on the lazy, rude, and arrogant residents of her coastal town. Her dreams of karmic justice are fulfilled when, after a night out with her friends, she wakes up with the sudden ability to cast instant karma on those around her. Pru giddily makes use of the power, punishing everyone from public vandals to mean gossips, but there is one person on whom her powers consistently backfire: Quint Erickson, her slacker of a lab partner. Quint is annoyingly cute and impressively noble, especially when it comes to his work with the rescue center for local sea animals. When Pru resigns herself to working at the rescue centre for extra credit, she begins to uncover truths about baby otters, environmental upheaval, and romantic crossed signals - not necessarily in that order. Her newfound karmic insights reveal how thin the line is between virtue and vanity, generosity and greed . . . love and hate . . . and fate. Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-0-571-38655-0
Inhalt:"One of fantasy’s best series." —Booklist, starred review Game of Thrones meets Fourth Wing in a debut young adult fantasy that's full of rivalry, romance . . . and dragons. Annie and Lee were just children when a brutal revolution changed their world, giving everyone—even the lowborn—a chance to test into the governing class of dragonriders. Now they are both rising stars in the new regime, despite backgrounds that couldn't be more different. Annie's lowborn family was executed by dragonfire, while Lee's aristocratic family was murdered by revolutionaries. Growing up in the same orphanage forged their friendship, and seven years of training have made them rivals for the top position in the dragonriding fleet. But everything changes when survivors from the old regime surface, bent on reclaiming the city. With war on the horizon and his relationship with Annie changing fast, Lee must choose to kill the only family he has left or to betray everything he's come to believe in. And Annie must decide whether to protect the boy she loves . . . or step up to be the champion her city needs. From debut author Rosaria Munda comes a gripping adventure that calls into question which matters most: the family you were born into, or the one you've chosen. Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-0-525-51822-8
An achingly authentic and raw portrait of love, regret, and the life-altering impact of the relationships we hold closest to us, this YA bestseller is perfect for fans of Kasie West, All the Bright Places, and Dear Evan Hansen
If he had been with me, everything would have been different...
Autumn and Finn used to be inseparable. But then something changed. Or they changed. Now, they do their best to ignore each other.
Autumn has her boyfriend Jamie, and her close-knit group of friends. And Finn has become that boy at school, the one everyone wants to be around.
That still doesn't stop the way Autumn feels every time she and Finn cross paths, and the growing, nagging thought that maybe things could have been different. Maybe they should be together.
But come August, things will change forever. And as time passes, Autumn will be forced to confront how else life might have been different if they had never parted ways...
Captivating and heartbreaking, If He Had Been with Me is perfect for readers looking for:
The first bookin the bestselling Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. Now with a new cover look! Discover the story behind the Disney+ series. HALF BOY - HALF GOD - ALL HERO. Look, I never asked to be the son of a Greek god. I was just a normal kid. . . until I accidentally vaporized my maths teacher. Percy Jackson is having a bad week. His life has gone from totally normal to monsters-from-Greek-mythology-randomly-appearing kind of strange. Worse still, the king of the gods thinks Percy has stolen his all-powerful lightning bolt - and it seems making Zeus angry is a very bad idea. Now Percy and his friends have just ten days to catch the true lightning thief and stop all-out war from erupting on Mount Olympus. . . What could possibly go wrong? Return to the World of Percy Jackson in the best-selling, brand-new adventure featuring the original hero in Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Chalice of the Gods - out now! And don't miss the trio's next adventure in Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Wrath of the Triple Goddess, coming soon!
Inhalt: Bestselling YA author Melinda Salisbury exposes the dark underbelly of new technologies and online friendships in this gripping thriller. Ruby Brookes and her best friend Deva have won free places at the Ash Tree Foundation Performing Arts Camp over the summer, but only if their school grades seriously improve. So when Deva suddenly starts getting high marks in all their subjects, leaving Ruby behind, she is confused and jealous. Until she finds out Deva's success is down to EchoStar, a new app that's helping her get ahead. Ruby is desperate to start using it too, but there is much more to EchoStar than she has imagined. Because EchoStar is always watching and listening ... Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-0-00-869933-8
Inhalt:Six Muslim teens are falsely accused of a deadly attack in this timely and harrowing examination of America's justice system, perfect for fans of Angie Thomas and Samira Ahmed. As fireworks pop off at a rowdy Fourth of July bonfire party, an explosion off the California coast levels an oil rig—resulting in chaos and worse, murder.
At the center are six Muslim teens - six patriots, six strangers, and six suspects. An old soul caught in the wrong place. An aspiring doctor. An influencer with a reputation to protect. A perfect daughter with secrets to hide. A soccer star headed for Stanford. An immigrant in love. Each with something to hide and everything to lose. Faced with accusations of terrorism, The Six are caught in a political game that will pit them against each other in exchange for exoneration. They must choose: frame each other to guarantee their own independence or expose their secrets to earn back freedom for them all.
A collection of three short stories from trickster-god-turned-school-boy, Loki, star of the bestselling Loki: A Bad God's Guide series. In this doodle-packed diary entry, Loki recounts three spectacular stories, including: 1) Triumphs (and failures) as Loki and Thor take on three tasks for Heimdall. 2) The Norse tale of Thor almost marrying a giant. 3) Loki as a robot. Sort of...
Cemetery Boys is an LGBTQIA+ ghost story about magic, acceptance and what it means to be your true self. From the instant New York Times-bestelling author Aiden Thomas. Yadriel has summoned a ghost, and now he can't get rid of him. In an attempt to prove himself a true brujo and gain his family's acceptance, Yadriel decides to summon his cousin's ghost and help him cross to the afterlife. But things get complicated when he accidentally summons the ghost of his high school's resident bad boy, Julian Diaz - and Julian won't go into death quietly. The two boys must work together if Yadriel is to move forward with his plan. But the more time Yadriel and Julian spend together, the harder it is to let each other go . . . 'A celebration of culture and identity that will captivate readers with its richly detailed world, earnest romance, and thrilling supernatural mystery' - Isabel Sterling, author of These Witches Don't Burn
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