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  Rainbow Fair

  Diana Ma

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  Set against the backdrop of a middle school cultural fair, this tenderhearted and funny novel from the author of The Unbeatable Lily Hong stars twelve-year-old Sophie Mu—who discovers the power of defining oneself as she navigates friendship drama, family expectations, and learning about her Hui, her Chinese Muslim identity.  
  Sophie’s work on the Chinese booth at last year’s Rainbow Fair is a point of pride for her and her parents, even if Sophie and her best friend, Katie, think the whole thing is a little silly. Sophie's family is Hui, Chinese Muslim. The Muslim part is something she doesn't know much about. Her parents prefer to keep it private. So when it gets slipped to an overenthusiastic teacher that Sophie is Muslim, the only Muslim in her class, suddenly Sophie is in charge of debuting a booth representing the Islamic religion she doesn't practice, an assignment she is determined to keep secret from her parents. 
  Having to choose between leaving the Chinese booth or taking on double the workload leaves Sophie feeling conflicted. Why does she have to choose which part of herself to represent? Is it an issue with her or with how the Rainbow Fair is organized? 
  Between juggling both booths, old and new friends, and learning more about her Muslim faith and ancestry, Sophie starts to notice how her working on two booths starts to spark change throughout the student body. It turns out Sophie isn't the only one at Monroe Middle School whose identity isn't so simply categorized by the Rainbow Fair's limited booths. 
  One thing is for sure, this year's Rainbow Fair won't look anything like it did in the past, and Sophie begins to realize that that might not be a bad thing at all.

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  Draw the Line: Jeff Traylor The...

  Hunter Taylor

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  East Texas is a land of tough, committed, resilient, hard-working people who love and take care of each other. Communities come together in churches, in schools, and in high school football stadiums all across this, often overlooked, region of the state. Football is more than a sport for young men in this part of the country that is primarily made up of small, country towns. It's a means of modeling character, and instilling discipline and pride―a way of life led by a brotherhood of coaches, each generation molding the next. On the football field and off, coaches lead not only their teams but also the towns, garnering respect for their dedication and will to succeed, sometimes against great odds. The ethos of East Texas is especially embodied in the story of Jeff Traylor, former head coach of the Gilmer Buckeyes, and his long-time coaching staff. A native son, Traylor and his band of brothers transformed the Buckeyes into champions, and in doing so help tell the story of the entire region's obsession with high school football, and undeniable influence on all levels of the sport. This is the story of the coach, the team, and the region.

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  Coding for Beginners - Advanced...

  Alexander Cane

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  Performance has been an important factor for software developers. Java Performance tuning means optimizing the code to obtain a faster, more reliable, scalable, and easily maintainable code. This is a very important aspect because the code written by you should be very fast and maintainable, otherwise it not of any use. 
  Generally, it is best to keep your knobs off as far as Java tuning is concerned. Most applications, whose performance is required to be improved, can be improved by simply keeping the development environment up-to-date! We will discuss various aspects of tuning. Java performance tuning is a very vast topic, and as such, no document can contain the complete information. First, we will observe certain best practices that may improve your Java application’s performance. Then, we will mention the various improvements which could be made within your Java code. 
  Following Java performance tips provides all the details a developer needs for performance tuning of the Java code.

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  Angel's Awakening An - A Tale of...

  Dean Harrison

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  As the first light of dawn graces the earth, an ancient guardian descends upon a forgotten park, his heart heavy with sorrow. Nature’s Guardian Angel—silent, watchful, and burdened by the fading bond between humanity and the natural world—sits upon a weathered bench, witnessing the slow decay of a once-vibrant paradise. But within him burns a timeless gift, a power that rekindles life itself. 
  With each stroke of his violin, a symphony of renewal unfolds. Wilted flowers bloom in radiant hues, towering trees reclaim their emerald crowns, and the wind carries whispers of rebirth. In this sacred act of restoration, he is not alone. A child, pure of heart, sees him as he truly is—an angel, a protector, a force of hope. Her innocent wonder ignites a connection that will span decades, revealing the unseen magic woven into the very fabric of existence. 
  An Angel’s Awakening is a testament to the power of belief, the resilience of nature, and the eternal cycle of life. It is a call to remember, to cherish, and to protect the world that sustains us. Through breathtaking encounters with celestial beings, enchanting glimpses beyond the veil of reality, and a love that transcends lifetimes, this tale reminds us that endings are but the beginning of something greater. 
  For those who long for inspiration, who yearn to rediscover the wonder hidden in plain sight—this is your awakening

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  Dawn of the Greatest Treasure...

  E. M. Buchan

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  One day, I laid down in my son's bed and hit record in the voice messages app on my phone. I didn't really have a plan for what I was going to say or how the story would unfold, I just spoke. I did that again and again, one chapter at a time, for a few weeks, until this epic story was done, and my boys were hooked. And now we're working on Book 2! This is a book series that was inspired by my second son, Asher. In the 4th year of his epic little life, he took a liking to all things pirates. But one day, I offered him a bit of world-shattering information: pirates are bad (evil, criminal, selfish, etc). However, instead of feeling dismayed, Asher was very quick to inform me that he wasn't a bad pirate, he was "God's Pirate"... I dialogued with him a bit about what that meant and sure enough, the little guy had formed in his head a reality where God had a pirate who sailed the seas to evangelize to other pirates and do good deeds, not bad deeds. This God's Pirate seemed like a young Apostle Paul and the Robin Hood of the seas! So, this sweet little tale was born. Alas, recording began not long after with only that premise in mind and the name Asher Robin. Even the title wasn't worked out until I hit record! Of course, you'll probably notice some audio inserts, where I thought of what to say after recording. But for the most part, every chapter, every scene, every word was thought up on the spot during those wonderful evenings where my boys were sitting with eyes wide watching me as I told this story. Sometimes they cried, sometimes they protested plot developments (as you'll hear in the recording), but all the time, their interest was on what would happen next. You'll hear me stutter, yawn, and correct myself as I go. That's all part of this authentic journey, where a little pirate begins the Greatest Treasure Hunt. Music: 'The Great Sea' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

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  Goliah - The End of War—or the...

  Jack London

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  Goliah by Jack London - What if a single mysterious figure could bring the world’s armies to their knees and reshape society overnight? A future where science becomes the ultimate power—whether humanity is ready or not. 
  Goliah is a science fiction short story that explores themes of power, revolution, and utopianism. The story follows an enigmatic scientist known as Goliah, who possesses advanced knowledge and technology capable of disrupting the world’s militaries and industrial systems. Using his mysterious powers, Goliah broadcasts a message to the world’s governments, demanding an end to war, economic exploitation, and social inequality. 
  At first, world leaders resist, but Goliah demonstrates his ability to destroy battleships and infrastructure effortlessly. Realizing they have no choice, they submit to his demands. Under his rule, a new global order emerges—one without poverty, crime, or oppression. Despite initial fears, humanity flourishes under Goliah’s enforced peace, ushering in an age of scientific advancement and social harmony.

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