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Nicholas, Kevin. Age 19. Died at York Hospital, July 19, 2012. Kev's the first kid their age to die. And now, even though he's dead, he's not really gone. Even now his choices are touching the people he left behind. Rita Williams-Garcia follows one aimless teen as he finds a new life in his new job - at the mortuary. Ellen Hopkins reveals what two altar boys (and one altar girl) might get up to at the cemetery at night.

Shooting the breeze with his boys. Tightening his D on the court. Doing a color check - making sure nobody's wearing blue or red, which some Crip or Piru carrying a cut-down golf club would see as disrespect. Then back to Auntie's, hoping she isn't passed out from whiskey at the end of the day. Now that Shawn is headed for high school, he wonders if he'd be better off at the school in Mama's neighborhood, where he'd be free of Compton's hassles. But then he wouldn't be with his fellas - cracking jokes, covering each other's backs - or the fine Marisol, who's been making star appearances in his dreams.

The great economic boom times in American history have come because of fortuitous discoveries. Natural resources (coal first, then oil) fueled vast economic and industrial expansions, which helped create and supply new markets. The last genuine economic game changer was the technology boom of the 1990s, which gave the U.S. a global competitive advantage based on electronics and silicon. In defiance of the recessionary times (in 1990), he saw the coming boom. Now, in 2013, he sees the threshold of another.

A powerful telling of the first African-American heavyweight champion, this story portrays how a shy, fearful young man learned to fight back and become one of history's more compelling personalities. Children will be awed and inspired by the boxer's energy and drive which is duly reflected through the rhythmic text and excellent narration.

It’s one single steamy July day at the West 4th Street Court in New York City, otherwise known as the Cage. Hotshot baller ESPN is wooing the scouts, Boo is struggling to guard the weird new guy named Waco, a Spike Lee wannabe has video rolling, and virgin Irene is sizing up six-foot-eight-and-a-half-inch-tall Chester. Nine of young-adult literature’s top writers reveal how it all goes down in this searing novel in short stories that each ingeniously pick up where the last one ends.

Cohen and Cogan portray U.S. involvement in Congo in the 1960s as necessary and relatively benign. Weissman replies.

Classic tales of the supernatural to chill your bones and give you goosebumps. Includes the stories "The Ash Tree", by M.R. James; "The Boarded Window", by Ambrose Bierce; "When I Was Dead", by Vincent O'Sullivan; "The Vampire Maid", by Hume Nisbet; and "The Signal-Man", by Charles Dickens.

We live in a time when things are tough for a lot of folks. The boomers are beginning to feel anxiety as they move toward retirement. Many people are facing financial pressure and are up to their ears in debt. We are having to care for both our kids and our parents. The pace of life, and the demands of life, just keep getting more intense. And for many, these tough times bring life crises.

Does your family talk about money? Do your kids understand your money values? Do you and your mate agree on how you spend and invest your money? Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz and her father, Charles Schwab, collaborate to break through the traditional taboos surrounding money and to bring solid financial advice into the context of the family.

SEA STORIES tells the entire tale. You will find excerpts of some of the most famous nautical stories of all time. Most of us have passed through a period of life during which we have ardently longed to be, if not actually a rover, a buccaneer, or a pirate, at least and really a sailor!

Conflicted Identity is a gripping thriller that captivates its audience, plunging them into a world rampant with numerous social issues, a mystery, and intense action that makes for an extraordinary listen. On a mid-winter day at a local delicatessen in Chicago, a bomb is suddenly detonated, destroying the establishment and taking the lives of 13 innocent people. It quickly becomes apparent that the explosion was a planned mission of terror. Alon Levy is a combat-hardened Israeli Mossad commander and a recognized authority on international terrorism.

Was This Fate? is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Witness Charles' remarkable journey as he navigates the challenges of prison life, confronts his past mistakes, and embraces the opportunity for personal growth. Along the way, he encounters a diverse cast of characters, each with their own stories of struggle and redemption. As Charles' release date approaches, he emerges from prison as a changed man, armed with a newfound purpose and a burning desire to effect positive change in society.

Join Bishop Charles Walker, lead pastor of True Holiness the Intentional Church, in “N’Tune With the TruTH” podcast. Faithfully interpreting scripture, he connects God’s teachings with modern day challenges, offering Godly wisdom for every aspect of life. Discover how timeless truths can keep you accountable concerning consistency with God’s will for your life. Tune in weekly to seek and find the truth within God’s Word.

Charles A. Beard, a proponent of the “New History", emphasized the importance of cultural economic developments as opposed to just warfare and diplomacy.

Esta biografia, escrita pelo autor best-seller e reconhecido jornalista musical Charles R. Cross, traz relatos inéditos sobre a vida e obra do maior guitarrista de todos os tempos. Muito já foi escrito sobre ele, contudo, Hendrix é muito mais conhecido pelo seu mito do que por sua verdadeira biografia, por sua infância e pelos bastidores da sua curta e incendiária carreira como músico, o que é corrigido neste livro de forma impecável.

Charles A. Beard, a proponent of the "New History", which emphasized the importance of cultural economic developments as opposed to just warfare and diplomacy.

A grieving writers refuge is shattered by a mysterious woman luring him into a deadly game of secrets. After a devastating plane crash claims the lives of his wife and daughter, a tormented writer seeks solace on an isolated island, grappling with the specters of loss and the struggle to remain sober. His hermit-like existence is upended when a mysterious young woman appears, her past wiped clean by amnesia. She is an enigma, blurring the lines between fantasy and reality, and in her presence, his sorrow briefly subsides. But tranquility is fleeting.

Join Dr. Chuck, a celebrated professor at the University of School of Information, as he delves into a variety of software topics with his unique blend of expertise and personal insights. From the latest trends in AI to foundational principles in coding, Dr. Chuck offers commentary and perspectives enriched by his hobbies, interests, and life experiences. As the creator of the #1 most taken Python programming course in the world, his knowledge and engaging storytelling make each episode a must-listen for tech enthusiasts and lifelong learners.

Madame Gray proudly presents twenty terrifying graveyard-themed tales that will make your flesh crawl. The 'plots' that await you in this morbid marble orchard of blood are guaranteed to chill your bones and keep you from resting in peace.

As a detective in Lake Ridge, Virginia, Bobby Chambers deals with crime on a daily basis. But as more and more of the criminal activity of nearby Washington, DC, spills over into Northern Virginia, he finds he is seeing more and more crime in his suburban community. And after his niece moves to Wyoming, he becomes more aware of how often criminal activity around the country is connected.