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From communication and cohabitation to in-laws, money, and sex, this guide is for every couple who is just starting out their new life together.At last! A guide to that crucial first year of marriage!You've exchanged your vows, cut the cake, and danced your first dance. Now what? The wedding may be over but the marriage has just begun. You're in the honeymoon period now, but when reality sets in you'll likely be full of questions: Is arguing normal? How do we decorate when we have two completely different styles? How do I deal with the in-laws? Are we ready for children?Fortunately, The Newlywed's Instruction Manual is here to help you and your spouse navigate the ins and outs of those early years of marriage.

"When Alice's fiancâe and teammate on a reality show cheats on her, she decides to fake date her rival to have a chance at the show's prize, which she needs to pay off student loans and her mother's medical bills. But a murder on set throws her plan into chaos and puts her life in danger"--

“Achingly heartfelt and resoundingly beautiful. I need more books from Natalie Naudus ASAP!”—Julie Abe, author of The Charmed List and Our Cursed LoveIn this gripping queer YA romance perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston and Becky Albertalli, an Asian American teen longs to break free of the conservative cult she was raised in.Valerie Danners is in a cult. She just doesn’t know it yet. But when she stumbles upon a queer romance novel at the library, everything about her life—centered around a conservative Christian homeschool cult—is thrown into question. Worst of all, there’s a new girl in town. Riley is rebellious, kindhearted, and impossibly cool. As the two bond over being multiracial teens in their very white and very religious community, Valerie finds herself falling in love.Soon Valerie and Riley are exchanging notes in secret and stealing kisses behind the church. But even as their romance blooms, Valerie knows that they’re trapped. If Valerie wants a chance at writing her own story, she must choose between staying with a family she fears will never accept her or running away with the girl she loves.

"An illustrated guide to puberty and changing bodies for tweens and young teens of all gender identities, including activities, conversation starters, and writing prompts"--

A School Library Journal Best Middle Grade Book of 2023When You Reach Me meets Love Sugar Magic in this unforgettable middle grade novel where time travel, family recipes, and family secrets collide.Maya’s grandmother, Halmunee, may be losing her memory, but she hasn’t lost her magic touch in the kitchen. Whether she serves salty miyeok-guk or sweet songpyeon, her stories about Korea come to life for Maya.Then one day, something extraordinary happens: one delicious bite transports Maya and Halmunee into one of Halmunee’s memories. Suddenly they’re in Seoul, and Halmunee is young.This is just the first of many secrets Maya will uncover: that she and her grandmother can travel through time. As Maya eats her way through the past, her questions multiply—until a shocking discovery transforms everything she thought she knew about family, friendship, loss, and time itself.Brimming with heart and interspersed with seven family recipes that readers can make themselves, this is a story to savor by rising Korean American author Flora Ahn.

"A cookbook of recipes that can be made over a campfire or on the trail, for those who want to eat well in the outdoors. Includes instructions for making recipes at home"--

Includes an author Q&A and discussion questions.

Why should you need to be doing something important or impressive to get a pep talk? Two comedians offer hilarious encouragement for your most mundane struggles. Anybody can tell you "You can do it!" before the big job interview, or before you walk down the aisle, or before you head out onto the field to make the game-winning kick at the Super Bowl. But what about the other 99.99% of stuff you do? Who's going to gas you up for all those low-stakes situations where you need an extra push? That's where Tiny Pep Talks comes in. Comedians Paula Skaggs and Josh Linden are rooting for you, and they're here to cheerlead you through your everyday challenges. You'll find specific, constructive, and--most of all--very funny motivation for: Parallel parking (cars just weren't meant to go sideways!)Sending a scary email (if you died and came back as a ghost, wouldn't it suck if this was your unfinished business?)Making a doctor's appointment (think how good you'll feel when you're finished--like a runner's high without the chafing!)Doing your taxes (just round to the nearest dollar! The IRS could never be mad at you--not with a face like that)Getting through a breakup (did you know the grocery store will sell you a cake on any day for any reason?)Remembering that all your friends are not secretly mad at you (they're busy worrying all their friends are secretly mad at them)...and many more!If you're going through it, have ever gone through it, or will maybe go through it in the future, let Tiny Pep Talks give you the boost you need.

"A guide to making easy, tasty meals when stressed, burned out, or exhausted, including meal suggestions, accessible preparation methods, and simple recipes"--

Inspiring, relatable, and totally true biographies tell the childhood stories of a diverse group of musicians, including Taylor Swift, Louis Armstrong, Harry Styles, Mariah Carey, Yo-Yo Ma, Paul McCartney, and 10 other influential musicians. Every great musician started out as a kid once-and many discovered their love of music early on. Whether they became world-famous pop stars, groundbreaking jazz artists, or award-winning songwriters, these musicians pushed boundaries and left their mark. In Kid Musicians, tune into the childhood stories of musical legends such as: Beyoncé used to play truth or dare in the middle of the night with the rest of her music group. Dolly Parton sometimes made up her own title, author, and story when she had to give a book report in class. Prince would rush home after school to watch Superman on TV. Taylor Swift grew up on a Christmas tree farm! Featuring kid-friendly text and full-color illustrations, Kid Musicians highlights renowned musicians who have made an impact on the world of music.

During her first trip to Korea, twelve-year-old Yumi discovers a magical ink brush in her grandfather's attic which inadvertently summons a dokkaebi, a creature from Korean fairy tales, and embarks on an adventure through Seoul while navigating newfound powers and the consequences of her magic.

"An exploration of the rejected drafts and abandoned projects of famous authors that dispels the myth of the creative genius and offers lessons for aspiring writers based on these setbacks and missteps"--