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  Whistle - Hearing what's not...

  Frederick McDowell

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  Whistle, a story centered around a 10-year-old girl named Kennedy, who has autism.​ Kennedy finds solace in the melodic whistle of her mother's voice, which becomes a central theme of her life. For her birthday, her mother gifts her a unique magical pink whistle that captures this comforting sound. The narrative chronicles the family’s preparations and Kennedy’s excitement for her upcoming birthday party, while also addressing the complexities of having an invisible disability. Through a format reminiscent of a 3D animated film script, Whistle explores Kennedy's challenges since her diagnosis, her journey of personal growth, and the adventurous quest to retrieve the lost whistle, detailing heartfelt moments and developmental progress throughout the storyline.

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  Queens Who Ruled England The:...

  Editors Charles River

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  Until the implementation of new legislation on March 26, 2015, men were given preference to women in the British royal line. This system of male primogeniture meant that women seldom inherited the throne, and even when they did, they were often dominated by male councillors. Those women who married British kings gained the title of Queen, but they were queen consorts, holding the title with no power. This meant only a select few women ruled in their own right.  
  	When Queen Elizabeth II came to the throne in 1952, many commentators heralded the beginning of her reign as the second Elizabethan age. The first one, of course, concerned the reign of Henry VIII’s second surviving daughter and middle surviving child, Queen Elizabeth I, one of England’s most famous and influential rulers. It was an age when the arts, commerce and trade flourished. It was the epoch of gallantry and great, enduring literature. It was also an age of wars and military conflicts in which men were the primary drivers and women often were pawns.  
  Then, there was Queen Mary I of England, who earned herself the less-than-pleasant moniker of “Bloody Mary.” While in power, Mary vowed to restore papal authority and revert England to Catholicism, placing the bullseye on Protestants. Laws against heresy made a bloody comeback, which saw hundreds of Protestants dragged to the stakes.  
  	England has had no shortage of influential monarchs, but only Queen Elizabeth I and Queen Victoria had their nation’s age literally named after them. Both the Elizabethan era and Victorian era have come to symbolize a golden age of peace and progress in every aspect of British life, with the long reigns of both queens also providing stability.

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  The Savvy Investor - The...

  Eric Reinertsen

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  Double your investing confidence in just 30 days, even if you're a complete beginner or seasoned pro! 
  Are you overwhelmed by the sheer volume of investment advice out there? Do you dream of achieving financial independence, but fear of financial loss holds you back? Maybe you're already investing but want to refine and enhance your strategies for better returns? 
  If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you're not alone. 
  Plenty of investors, ranging from novices to seasoned professionals, encounter these challenges. Yet, the key to transcending these struggles lies in arming yourself with the right knowledge, delivered in a clear, actionable, and trustworthy manner. 
  The Savvy Investor: The Definitive Book on Smart Investing is your comprehensive guide to mastering the art of investing, providing you with practical strategies to conquer your financial goals and secure your future. 
  Here’s just a glimpse of what you’ll discover inside:The 4-step roadmap to starting your investment journey, tailored specifically for beginners.5 essential risk management techniques to minimize financial loss and protect your investments.Real-life case studies that dissect successful investment strategies from major investors.How to diversify your investment portfolio effectively, balancing risk and reward.7 common investment pitfalls and how to avoid them.Long-term investment strategies focusing on sustainable growth and financial stability.

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  Space Travelers and Nothing But...

  Ray Bradbury, Richard S. Shaver,...

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  Space Travelers and Nothing But Space Travelers 2 - Seventeen Lost Sci-Fi Short Stories from the 1940s, 1950s and 1960sMorgue Ship by Ray BradburyParadise Planet by Richard S. ShaverAsleep In Armageddon by Ray BradburySales Pitch by Philip K. DickDefense Mech by Ray BradburyThe Old Martians by Rog PhillipsWreck Off Triton by Alfred CoppelLazarus Come Forth by Ray BradburyPlanet of Doom by C. H. ThamesThe Planet Of Illusion by Millard V. GordonThe Last Plunge by S. J. SackettThe Monster Maker by Ray BradburyFee Of The Frontier by H. B. FyfeThe Flight Of The Eagle by Alfred CoppelMadmen of Mars by Erik FennelThe Monster That Threatened The Universe by Russ WinterbothamA Little Journey by Ray Bradbury

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  The Missing Room

  Lynn Venable

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  The Missing Room by Lynn Venable - It was a dream house; yet the dream could have been a nightmare... 
  From the low cruising helicar, the cottage appeared charming. Lorinda gave a little exclamation of delight and exclaimed breathlessly, "Oh, that one, Dyke. Please, we must look at that one.” 
  The helicar was only about a hundred feet from the ground, and they could easily see the "For Sale” sign on the green lawn. Dyke guided the helicar down onto the landing strip beside the attached copterport. The cottage certainly had the most modern conveniences. 
  They stepped out, Dyke assisting Lorinda from the helicar with all the self-conscious solicitude of a brand new husband. They stood for a moment on the neat little postage stamp of a lawn, arm in arm. 
  The cottage was different from the others on the block, it was similar in its contemporary design, its just-for-two smallness, but still, it was different. It seemed to radiate charm out of all proportion to its physical aspects, as sometimes a relatively unattractive person will, for no reason you can put your finger on, be utterly irresistible. 
  "I wonder if it’s open?” asked Lorinda. "There’s one way to find out,” answered Dyke. After a token rap on the door, he twisted the knob. The door opened quietly inward. 
  "Oh, Dyke, should we?’’

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  The People's Painter - How Ben...

  Cynthia Levinson

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  Winner of the Sibert Medal A lyrically told, exquisitely illustrated biography of influential Jewish artist and activist Ben Shahn“The first thing I can remember,” Ben said, “I drew.”As an observant child growing up in Lithuania, Ben Shahn yearns to draw everything he sees—and, after seeing his father banished by the Czar for demanding workers’ rights, he develops a keen sense of justice, too.So when Ben and the rest of his family make their way to America, Ben brings both his sharp artistic eye and his desire to fight for what’s right. As he grows, he speaks for justice through his art—by disarming classmates who bully him because he’s Jewish, by defying his teachers’ insistence that he paint beautiful landscapes rather than true stories, by urging the US government to pass Depression-era laws to help people find food and jobs.In this moving and timely portrait, award-winning author Cynthia Levinson and illustrator Evan Turk honor an artist, immigrant, and activist whose work still resonates today: a true painter for the people.

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