Teen Life

Based on the true life story of Anne Burras, First Lady of Jamestown shares the excitement, sorrow, and grit of 17th Century Jamestown. When tragedy strikes, young Anne is left as the lone woman among hundreds of men in the fledgling Virginia colony, forced to forge a new life for herself despite the confines of her culture and gender. From heartache to love, and from tragic loss to heroic survival in the harshest of conditions, Anne's determination and fortitude through her life's challenges inspires all who learn of her story.

Evan Wright had her life mapped out: college, science, success. But when she discovers she can slip into the past just by immersing herself in a single moment of history, everything she believed is shaken. With each journey, Evan uncovers hidden truths about her family, her friends, and herself, forcing her to question the life she's always wanted. Alongside a magnetic young History professor, she finds herself drawn into mysteries of the past that are as thrilling as they are dangerous. Now, Evan must decide: will she let the past shape her, or forge her own future?

This book is a testimony to what the tide has generated in my life. It is a way to “save,” in a matter of speaking, the ocean patterns as part of my life, currents and countercurrents, the storms, and, above all, the transformation and continuous flow. Rising Tides is not only the recount of each of the Oceans Seven Challenge swims: the English Channel, the Catalina Channel, the Gibraltar Strait, the Ka-iwi Channel, The North Channel, the Tsugaru Strait and the Cook Strait, but also the recount of many other swims I have done in my life, emotional swims through grieveing moments, ...

Edward appears to be an ordinary mature college student studying forensic science, but behind his quiet exterior lies a dark obsession with the dark web.Addicted to its anonymity, Edward immerses himself in illegal chat rooms and unsettling content. His fascination with the shadows of the human mind begins to blur the lines between his online world and reality. When Phoebe, a fellow student, takes an interest in Edward, she has no idea he’s been stalking women at the college—and she might be next. Meanwhile, Detective Inspector Carter and his team are investigating the suspicious death ...

Packed with practical tips, easy-to-listen content, powerful exercises, and enlightening paradigms, this book covers a wide range of life skills that will help your teen succeed both now and in the future. Whether they're struggling with school or facing challenges at home, this book has everything your teenager needs to thrive.

What if you could uncover these guarded insights and provide your teen with the keys to financial success before they even reach adulthood? Becoming wealthy isn't about overnight success or endless work hours—it's about making your money work hard so you don't have to. Consider this: your energy and time are limited, so to maximize your earnings, let your money do the heavy lifting.

Are you a leader drowning in daily details, struggling to maintain a clear path for your team and organisation amidst the operational chaos? Do you fear losing strategic direction and missing vital opportunities in today's relentless business environment? Without this elevated view, leaders risk operational myopia, missed opportunities, and competitive disadvantage. Discover the transformative approach in "Helicopter: Leading from Higher Ground." This essential guide teaches you to rise above the operational noise, cultivating a strategic, high-level view of your business and the wider ...

Millions of Africans were enslaved during the transatlantic slave trade, but few recorded their personal experiences. Olaudah Equiano's The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano is perhaps the most well known of the autobiographies that exist. Using this narrative as a primary source text, authors Monica Edinger and Lesley Younge share Equiano's life story in "found verse," supplemented with annotations to give listeners historical context.

hen did we start learning the scientific secrets of life? Step back to the Islamic Golden Age, when scholars ask questions about life science and medicine that will establish those fields. Chart a path through the Renaissance, as Leonardo da Vinci dissects cadavers by candlelight to learn human anatomy firsthand. In this first of four volumes spanning hundreds of years of scientific innovation and discovery, follow the evolution of life science up to the late 1800s, when a Dutch biologist finds a tiny infectious particle destroying tobacco crops and gives this particle a new name: virus.

There is no need for a lecture about the challenges of our teenage years. Everyone who is in them knows all too well. Everyone who is survived them remembers.In this series of frank and candid letters, a Christian man relates to the next generation the things he learned from his journey through his teens, and what he learned by watching others in their own struggles. The letters cover relationships, self-respect, faith, knowledge, and more. Always bringing the question back to God's word, "How is a young man to navigate the minefields of life to become someone he and others can respect?" ...

Christy is going to Europe! It’s a three-week outreach trip with Doug, Katie, and Tracy. First stop is London for some sightseeing, and then on to a castle in the English countryside for group training. Christy is so excited to be headed for Belfast with her friends. Their roommate, Sierra Jensen, adds lots of energy to their late night conversations along with Katie. Why is it that Tracy seems to be avoiding the merriment? If Christy can go the distance and trust God more than ever before, Christy will discover that a promise really can last forever.

Fifteen-year-old Jackie Stone's father is dying. When Jackie discovers that her father has been diagnosed with a terminal brain tumor, her whole world starts to crumble. She can't imagine how she'll live without him. Then, in a desperate act to secure his family's future, Jackie's father does the unthinkable - he puts his life up for auction on eBay. Jackie can do nothing but watch and wait as an odd assortment of bidders, some with nefarious intentions, drive the price up higher.

Navigating the crazy, confusing world of growing up? Stressed about school? Confused about friendships? Unsure about your future? You’re definitely not alone. Essential Life Skills for Teen Girls is your comprehensive guide to mastering the essential skills needed to thrive in every part of your life. Say goodbye to feeling lost and overwhelmed! This isn’t just another boring self-help book. It’s packed with real, practical advice and tips that actually work. We are here to help you navigate it all. Picture waking up each day feeling confident and ready to tackle anything life throws ...

Financial Literacy Essentials: A Dollars and Sense Guide for Young Adults gives you confidence and paves the way toward financial freedom. This comprehensive guide breaks down complex financial concepts into practical, easy-to-follow steps designed specifically for young adults. You’ll learn how to build a strong financial foundation that will serve you for years to come—without the jargon or intimidation.

Molly Chapman, a mother of three, finds her once-loving marriage falling apart. Struggling with her mental health and neurodivergence, she seeks support from her psychiatrist. To escape her troubled home life, Molly walks her puppy along the beach, where she encounters a handsome stranger. One night, after another fight with her husband, Molly contemplates taking her own life but falls from the sea wall under mysterious circumstances. Injured and in a coma, Molly wakes up with no memory of her life and a stranger by her bedside. As Molly questions her new reality, will she uncover the truth...

Not all wizards were born to be heroes. Things not to do when you find out you’re a wizard.

Seventeen-year-old Tennessee Russo's life is imploding. His boyfriend has been cheating on him, and all his friends know about it. Worse, they expect him to just accept his ex's new relationship and make nice. So when his father, a famous archaeologist and reality show celebrity whom he hasn't seen in two years, shows up unexpectedly and offers to take him on an adventure, Tennessee only has a few choices:

**A READERS' FAVORITE BRONZE MEDAL AWARD WINNER. **A Red Ribbon Winner - Wishing Shelf Book Awards When you have a baby girl you envision many things for her life but becoming a boy is not one of them. This book will benefit anyone who would like to learn more about gender dysphoria and is an absolute must-read for a parent, relative or friend of a gender-questioning or transgender person. What is unique about this deeply personal parenting memoir is that it follows one transgender child from birth through age eighteen. Every step of Evan's son's transition from female to male (FTM) is ...

Don Schmidt's birthday is coming fast! He can't wait to find out what kind of surprises his mom and dad are sure to have in store for him. But when Don's special day finally arrives, he is saddened when his weird parents get into another argument. What can Don do to make his mom see that he is a good son?

Have you ever wondered what it would be like, living in a van, traveling around the states with two huskies for a year? In the winter of 2018, the author found himself without a job. He was sure something was missing from his life, but he did not know what. Little by little, piece by piece, his dream of building out a van came together. He was sure all of his problems could be solved by the open road, the sun on his face, and some rain on his roof. But Where The Rubber Met the Road, he found it was the things he gave up that solved the most. "Right now, there are things you are doing in ...