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Ella Parker's male alias was a star pupil in medical school. But as a woman in 1810 England, Ella cannot find a job as a doctor's assistant. In a life-or-death emergency with a mother in labor, she oversteps her boundaries and risks arrest. Determined to practice medicine, she decides to join her mentor on the Neptune, a warship heading for open waters. Following an accident, she is quickly thrust into the role of ship surgeon, and her skills are put to the test.

In my perfect world, it would always be winter and never Christmas. I despise the holiday. I hate carols, shopping, and pretending to be a perfect family. I walked away from my family, or rather, they walked away from me. My heart is like ice. See it creeping up the walls. Oh, wait, no, that’s royal icing.

Beck Svensson fired me right before rent was due and in the middle of a rainstorm. That’s why he’s at the top of my hate list, along with pickles, people who steal other people’s lunches out of the office fridge, and trying to fold a fitted sheet. But you know what? It’s fine - totally fine. It’s freedom! I could do anything! I could start a bakery or farm the mushrooms growing in my soggy apartment carpet. Or I could just show up at the temp office at hate o’clock in the morning for a new assistant job.

Moni Kosinsky und Mathe, das passt auf den ersten Blick gar nicht zusammen. Denn Moni ist Anfang 50, hat diverse Nebenjobs und hütet voller Selbstaufgabe ihre drei Enkel, während Tochter Püppi beim Discounter an der Kasse sitzt. Aber trotzdem erfüllt sie sich einen Lebenstraum und beginnt, Mathematik zu studieren. Auch für Oscar, einen Überflieger mit autistischen Zügen aus gutbürgerlichem Hause, ändert sich alles, als er im Hörsaal auf Moni trifft – denn obwohl die beiden unterschiedlicher nicht sein könnten, findet er in ihr eine Freundin, die seinem Leben eine entscheidende Wendung gibt.

Crash-land on an alien barbarian planet and told there’s no way home? Anyone else might have a nervous breakdown, but I was abducted with my besties! Between us, we have fifteen PhDs. We will be getting off this planet. Trust. Two liquid hydrogen rockets and a smidge of deep-space travel later, and we’re back home on Earth. Except that our spaceship had stowaways. Now there’s a seven-foot-tall alien named Cassius in my Los Angeles condo. He’s calmly explaining that, according to the ancestors, we are to be eternally mated and have a litter of children.

Modificări corporale, coșuri, stări schimbătoare, exerciții fizice, mâncare sănătoasă, încredere în sine, menstruație, hărțuire, rețele sociale, băutură, droguri, stres, hormoni, relații, sex, contracepție, sentimente, prieteni, despărțiri, modă, siguranță, examene... Adolescența înseamnă mult mai mult decât primul tău sutien. Dar nu intra în panică! În această carte găsești cam tot ce trebuie să știi pentru a trece cât mai bine peste suișurile și coborâșurile anilor de adolescență. Simți că mintea și corpul tău se transformă, dar nu știi prea bine cu cine să vorbești despre ce se întâmplă cu tine.

Ellie is a 12-year-old orphan who desperately wants a family. She just doesn't expect to find one when she joins the crew of the Legend, a flying ship in a secret rescue fleet. On board, she meets a boy with a pet tarantula, a bully with eyes like mirrors, and a librarian who can read 18 languages. Unexpectedly, Ellie also discovers a powerful gift that only she can wield. But when the Legend is called to a dangerous rescue mission, Ellie risks losing everyone she loves. Will her mysterious gift be enough to save her and her friends from a deadly enemy bent on destroying their world?

Vidanric reminds me daily that he despises Earth and wants to go home. He’s miserable, and so am I—even though I can’t help but admire the view when he’s standing shirtless in my kitchen making a smoothie. Loudly. At three in the morning. My horoscope didn’t prepare me for any of this. He chewed up and ate one of the inspirational notes I gave him. He cooks squirrels in my cast-iron skillet. He complains nonstop about my annoying Earth-girl habits. This alien’s not grumpy—he’s downright hostile.

This book is a transformational guide to finding the care, courage and audacity to bring your full self to your work and life. In this powerful new vision, Alina Addison - a pioneering corporate leader, Emotional Intelligence expert coach, and mother to a son on the autism spectrum - combines personal experience with deep research to present the eight fundamental principles of audacious leadership.

Join Roger Moorhouse, Clare Mulley and Alina Nowobilska as they talk about the 1944 Warsaw Uprising over the next 65 days.Remember, first listen to our context episode 0 to start your journey of learning more about the Uprising.Graphics- Steve SmithAudio checks- Zane Whitney Research assistant- Chris Sams Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

¡Vibra con la nueva obra de la autora de Bad Ash! A veces caer es lo único que te lleva a descubrir el verdadero sentido del amor. Haley afronta su primer año de universidad, lejos de casa y todo lo que conoce, con una duda que está dispuesta a resolver: si realmente el amor es algo más que lo vivido hasta el momento. Pronto creerá estar cerca de encontrar la respuesta cuando su camino se cruce con el de un misterioso chico de ojos grises cuya mera presencia grita "problemas".

A possible genius, a smidgen of madness, a twist of science, and an invention that very nearly changed the world - all collide in a giddy, unbelievably true mystery set in turn-of-the-century Paris.

The Vestigia Roi has risen up to retake their home island of Rhynlyr, but all Ellie can think about is rescuing her missing brother Connor. Guided by a dream of Connor’s whereabouts, Ellie disobeys the council’s orders and stows away aboard the Legend. But a simple rescue mission quickly goes wrong as Ellie and her friends confront new monsters and old enemies.

I thought I had my life all planned out—great career, swanky condo, wonderful fiancé.... A fiancé who did not show up to our wedding. A bride’s worst nightmare came true, live in front of all my family and friends. And his family and friends. Ryan James was the cake topper on top of this wedding cake of humiliation. All I wanted was to clear everyone out of the venue, throw the hors d'oeuvres in the trash, then light the wedding cake on fire. But Ryan insisted on still holding cocktail hour. And the elaborate five-course meal I had planned. And dancing.

Mira dreams of a glittering future in the Ravalian Court. Training in secret, she intends to compete in the Trials: a deadly competition to join one of three magical Orders. But when her candidacy exposes her mother's dangerous past, they become her only salvation. Princess Scarlett has spent her life on a knife edge: fighting to survive the deadly politics of court. When she meets Mira, she sees an opportunity to alter the balance of power . . . but only if she can keep her alive.

A place to nerd-out about psychodynamic theory, books, and ideas.

Thoughtful Aging invites you to discover a deeper truth: your beauty comes from within—rooted in your values, experiences, and the love that surrounds you. It’s about embracing the changes that come with age and finding fulfillment beyond the surface.

If you want to learn the basic principles of Wicca, understand the secrets behind this religion, and start your own magical journey, then keep reading...Witchcraft is an ancient religion that teaches how to establish a perfect relation with nature, the elements, and unleash the power of our ancestors. The great difference between Wicca and the other religions is that Witchcraft requires the use of magic and spells. This guide provides all the tools, knowledge, and techniques you will need to start your journey into witchcraft.

Ever wanted to sound smart at parties without actually trying too hard? Brainwaves is here for you. Each week, we dive into one big topic—space mysteries, legal stuff that’s surprisingly juicy, history’s awkward moments, or tips to become a cooler version of yourself. It’s like a knowledge buffet, but delicious. Whether you’re a nerd, a dreamer, or just here for fun facts, this podcast will make your brain happy. Hit play and let’s get weirdly curious together! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

¡Volverás a sentir las mariposas con Alina Not! Más de 150.000 lectoras. ¿El amor está escrito en nuestro destino? ¿Crees que bastan treinta segundos para proyectar lo vivido y desvelar lo que está por venir? Beth vio algo cuando se debatía entre la vida y la muerte y ahora está segura de que logrará su sueño, de que llegará a ser una anciana feliz y satisfecha, y de que hay alguien con un aspecto muy concreto con quien compartirá el resto de sus días.