Ali Stephenson has it all--a secure position at Southern Style Magazine where she's risen to the ranks of managing editor, and all the trappings that a six-figure salary makes possible. She has good friends, practices yoga daily, and takes long strolls on the beach near her home on the Chesapeake Bay. Yet, little does she know, she's about to be set-up to take over Joe Driscoll's role as publisher. Before that occurs, however, Joe sends Ali on assignment to write about fly fishing on the Lower Laguna Madre in deep South Texas. There, Ali is forced to face a past that she has been diligently keeping at bay. Like many women, Ali has a history of choosing unavailable men, stemming from childhood wounding by an abusive father who murdered her mother, leaving her to be raised by her grandparents in the Blue Ridge Mountains. However, all of that changes when the feisty lodge owner, Mama Kate, who has a deep devotion to the divine feminine, challenges Ali to face her demons and embrace her inner wisdom. The Whispered Teachings of Grandmother Trout is best described as the feminine version of A River Runs Through It, combining nature, spirituality, and the complexity of navigating human relationships. While it is a woman's coming of age novel, men connect with the prominent male characters, especially Captain Jack Cooper, Ali's fly-fishing guide, and Gus Gammons, Mama Kate's faithful companion, whose complicated relationship with Kate mirrors Ali's resistance to trust her.

Eighty-one successful women from 22 countries share poignant memoirs of early childhood struggle and suffering: trauma, loss, betrayal, bullying, neglect, sexual abuse, and the disconnection of dysfunctional family relationships. The memoirs read like intimate bits of conversation between best friends, overheard, at times in sordid detail. These stories are in stark contradiction to the nostalgic ones we like to tell ourselves about the charms of childhood. They paint the picture of early years that are not all sunshine and rainbows. Some will amuse. Some will tear at your heart. The author writes in a brief, clear, concise style. Original, full-color drawings capture the essence of each memory as seen through the eyes of the innocent child. "This compelling collection of personal narratives has been honored with the prestigious Literary Titan Gold Book Award, a recognition reserved for books that masterfully deliver original content, explore innovative themes, and exhibit elegant prose." NOTE: This book contains several true accounts of child abuse that some readers may find disturbing. This book is not for children.

In Stanky & Cece: Out of Control, Stanky & Cece are eager to join their friends at the river for a day of fun. Unfortunately, things get out of control when Stanky makes a decision that would make Cece happy--but he knows isn't right for him. Ultimately, Stanky & Cece learn valuable lessons about responsibility, friendships, and self-confidence. Adventures can be fun and safe--when we make choices that honor ourselves and our values. Co-authors Chad Hanstedt and Kathy Sparrow team with Illustrators Jacob Gray and James Koenig to share the adventures and valuable lessons of Stanky & Cece in this, the first of a series. Stanky & Cece: Out of Control is a wonderful way to introduce kids ages 3-8 to embracing adventure, exploring nature, being responsible for their actions, and making amends. This engaging book: encourages children to look for opportunities to make the right choices affirms that everyone makes mistakes teaches children that mistakes can be forgiven appeals to kids' enjoyment of animals, trucks, and nature can be read aloud for story time or enjoyed as an independent read

What does it mean to make good choices? Best friends, Stanky, the jeep, and Cece the dog, soon discover that each adventures holds the opportunity to make the right decision and take responsibility for their actions.In "Stanky & Cece: Break the Rules," the friends head out for an adventure, and one bad decision lands them into trouble--creating havoc for a family of rabbits. Ultimately, Stanky & Cece learn a valuable lesson about making good choices, apologizing for their mistakes, and taking responsibility to fix what they destroyed.Adventures can be fun and safe--when we follow the rules--and make the right decisions.Co-authors Chad Hanstedt and Kathy Sparrow team with Illustrators James Koenig and Jacob Gray to share the adventures and valuable lessons of Stanky & Cece in this, the first of a series. "Stanky & Cece: Break the Rules" is a wonderful way to introduce kids ages 3-8 to new adventures in exploring nature, being responsible for their actions, and making amends. This engaging book:* encourages children to look for opportunities to make the right choices* affirms that everyone makes mistakes* teaches children that mistakes can be forgiven* appeals to kids' enjoyment of animals, trucks, and nature* can be read aloud for story time or enjoyed as an independent read

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Alpine Path" (The Story of My Career) by L. M. Montgomery. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

In this book, eleven of Jack Canfield's prestigious Success Principles Trainers share proven tools to ignite your leadership. They reveal how to energize your teams, influence real change, and create better results faster.

Don’t miss one of America’s top 100 most-loved novels, selected by PBS’s The Great American Read. This beloved book by E. B. White, author of Stuart Little and The Trumpet of the Swan, is a classic of children's literature that is "just about perfect." Illustrations in this ebook appear in vibrant full color on a full-color device and in rich black-and-white on all other devices. Some Pig. Humble. Radiant. These are the words in Charlotte's Web, high up in Zuckerman's barn. Charlotte's spiderweb tells of her feelings for a little pig named Wilbur, who simply wants a friend. They also express the love of a girl named Fern, who saved Wilbur's life when he was born the runt of his litter. E. B. White's Newbery Honor Book is a tender novel of friendship, love, life, and death that will continue to be enjoyed by generations to come. It contains illustrations by Garth Williams, the acclaimed illustrator of E. B. White's Stuart Little and Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House series, among many other books. Whether enjoyed in the classroom or for homeschooling or independent reading, Charlotte's Web is a proven favorite.