Top Leaf

Embark on a delightful journey with a curious little girl, as she unfolds the wonders of her world! Top Leaf invites you to see the magic of everyday through her wide-eyed wonder. Her joy is infectious as she revels in the beauty of trees, cherishes the waves lapping at the beach, and finds excitement in all the little adventures that lie in between. With each page, her enthusiasm for the simple joys around her will surely brighten your day and remind you of the endless magic that surrounds us all. So, come along and discover the world anew through her charming escapades!

The Adventures Of Finnigan

The Adventures of Finnigan is a fictional story about a stray cat who finds a caring family to adopt her. She tries to do the right thing and fit in with the family but is not always successful – sometimes with humorous results. Her new family looks after her and forgives her when she misbehaves.

The Toad and His Warts

In this endearing Clarke Fable, a young toad finds great delight in counting his glorious warts, but runs into trouble when he tries to count all of them. He remains persistent in his goal, never giving up, and finally finds a solution to his problem. Be sure to look for the beautiful dragonfly as it flits throughout the pages! This book has a repeating chorus that will be helpful to young children who are early readers.

Disasters at Sea

In October 1851, the bustling harbors of Gloucester, Massachusetts marked the onset of a promising venture as the American fishing fleet set sail towards the bountiful mackerel run in the southern Gulf of St. Lawrence. However, as they neared the waters off Prince Edward Island, Canada, an unanticipated hurricane engulfed them in a tempest of terror and despair, obliterating over 200 schooners and vessels. The calamity claimed the lives of over 100 seamen, a tragic toll that resonated across the waves.

Disasters at Sea unveils the poignant yet inspiring chronicle of the Prince Edward Island residents, who, propelled by compassion, rallied to extend a lifeline to the beleaguered seamen. Their unwavering aid echoed the noble deeds of the Newfoundland residents during the 9/11 crisis. With hearts brimming with empathy, they embarked on a mission of rescue, recovery, and honor for the fallen, manifesting an enduring maritime bond.

This narrative reflects on the ethos of neighborly duty prevalent in the 19th-century Maritime Canada, highlighting a stark contrast against the seemingly indifferent response of the vessel owners in the aftermath, who appeared to evade accountability for the lost souls and shattered vessels. Disasters at Sea navigates through the haunting whys of fate’s discernment amidst the storm, unearthing the profound human spirit that surges even amidst the darkest squalls, painting a timeless tableau of maritime valor and human resilience.

Abby May and the Very Big Day

Embark on a heartwarming journey with Abby May’s First Day, as Abby steps into a new school, eager to make friends despite feeling a tad different.

As she hops onto the school bus with hopes soaring high, little does she know, a world of discovery awaits.

Through the lens of youthful camaraderie, explore the beautiful tapestry of diversity and the magic that unfolds when children embrace the uniqueness within and around them.

Together with her newfound friends, Abby May uncovers that communication, inclusion, and acceptance can unfurl delightful surprises, making the world a smaller, happier place.

The Ultimate Home Office Design Guide

In The Ultimate Home Office Design Guide, discover the secrets to transforming your home office into a dynamic and efficient workspace that unleashes your full potential.

With the unprecedented rise of remote work, the home office has become more than just a luxury—it’s a necessity, even considered a new lifestyle. However, without the right environment, distractions and inefficiencies can hinder your productivity and creativity. That’s where this indispensable guide comes in. Whether you’re new to working from home or seeking to revamp your existing setup, The Ultimate Home Office Design Guide is tailored to address the unique challenges and opportunities presented by this evolving work landscape.

Drawing upon years of research and experience, renowned designer Lucia Gruber takes you on a transformative journey through five simple steps to create the ultimate home office. From optimizing your physical space to enhancing your psychological well-being, each step is carefully crafted to maximize your productivity and ensure peak performance.

Learn how to choose the ideal location within your home, harness natural light, and utilize ergonomic furniture to create a comfortable and inspiring workspace. Discover the secrets of effective storage solutions, organizing techniques, and how to minimize distractions to maintain focus and flow.

Thought Prints

“Birthed in a month, on a day, somewhere in time. Somewhere in history.

Somewhere in my past, I didn’t exist… But I was to be.”

“When I look back in time, exploring my mind, I realize I didn’t glance…

But I was to see…”

– from “A Letter to Myself.”

With intensity and emotion, Thought Prints reels the reader in instantly! Anyone who has the pleasure of reading this compilation of poems will surely find magic. A collection of poetry with a story to tell!

Uijongbu

Uijongbu unfolds in the wake of the Korean War, in a town left ravaged and rebuilding just beginning got recover. At the U.S. Army Base in Uijongbu, just south of the Demilitarized Zone, an unplanned economy emerges, intertwining the lives of American GIs and young Korean women. This delicate and complex connection fuels both romance and disaster, creating a tapestry of relationships that are as hopeful as they are heartbreaking.

Through a series of stories that vary from humorous to heartrending, the author captures the resilience, warmth, and humanity of the Korean people. The novel paints an intimate portrait of a time and place marked by love, loss, and cultural connection. Uijongbu is a haunting reminder of war’s lasting impact, and a poignant testament to the indomitable human spirit.

Back to the ’50s

Back to the ’50s, a book of poems highlighting life in America during the 1950s by Earlene Green Evans will take you on an exciting trip without luggage or a ticket. After experiencing the ‘good old days,’ you may not want to return to reality. You will stroll the street of an ideal crime-free neighborhood. How about squeezing into a neighbor’s crowded living room to view outrageous, funny comedians or cowboys and Indians on a dinner plate size black and white television screen. You will make an appearance in your stylish poodle skirt with a matching off-shoulder blouse. Then, rack your brains trying to understand the impact of Russia’s Sputnik. Dance to exhaustion with the music of the famous Drifters. Perhaps you just prefer to relax in the cool breeze on a strong tree limb with your favorite book.

Back to the ’50s will definitely rekindle buried feelings, old habits and foggy thoughts of people, places and things in the safe haven of the fabulous ’50s.

Eight Fought to Live

1988: 82,362 gay and bisexual men had AIDS.

1989: 100,000 gay and bisexual men had AIDS.

1990: 307,000 gay and bisexual men had AIDS.

These are the two years Dr. Rosiello led an AIDS therapy group at Gay Men’s Health Crisis in New York City. Within two years each man in her group passed away from AIDS complications. One of these men was Vito Russo, an AIDS activist and historian.

This is the story of eight gay men living with advanced AIDS and one inexperienced fresh out of training psychoanalyst. Each man’s intimate story is peppered with Dr. Rosiello’s anxiety and her growing awareness regarding the importance of emotional authenticity in psychotherapy. The group members had no spare moments for Dr. Rosiello to use her newly learned psychoanalytic techniques. There was only time to be real.

Early on these group members pledged to not die. They pledged emotional support for the life of the group. This pledge held true for over a year. Blood brothers in their fight to live.

The Flamingo with Two Left Feet

What happens to a flamingo who can’t dance?

Fernando feels self-conscious and embarrassed about joining the other flamingos in their ‘Dance on the Water’ to find a mate. He thinks he is clumsy and there’s no chance a flamingo will ever choose him. However, his mother lovingly encourages him to practice and be patient.

Practicing each day does give Fernando some success and confidence. However, a sudden setback, and some taunting and name calling from the other flamingos, causes him to lose his confidence again.

What will happen? Will Fernando dance on the water and find his perfect mate?

The Lost Words

From the gritty streets of Boston, Massachusetts to the warm and secure blankets that wrap up his children at night, John Cole has provided us with a collection of stories and prose that capture the essence of everyday working-class life.

From young adulthood to fatherhood, John Cole uses his own words to paint vivid emotional pictures of the blue-collar realism that exists for most of us during the earlier stages of the twenty-first century.

The weight of his words and the significance of his stories are delicate and powerful, and readers will handle these stories with the care and gentle reserve they ask for.