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Former middle school teacher and teachers' advocate Taylor Mali struck a chord with his passionate response to a man at a dinner party who asked him what kind of salary teachers make - a poetic rant that has been seen and forwarded millions of times on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter. Based on the poem that inspired a movement, What Teachers Make is Mali's sharp, funny, reflective, critical call to arms about the joys of teaching and why teachers are so vital to America today.

Sir Ernest Shackleton and a crew of 27 men set off from England aboard the ship Endurance, intending to cross Antarctica from one side to the other. Instead, Endurance becomes icebound and sinks 100 miles from land, leaving Shackleton and his men to fight brutal perils on ice, land, and sea...or die trying.

The year is A.D. 299. Diocletian rules the Roman Empire. And the gods have suddenly fallen silent. Seventeen-year-old Jurian doesn’t have time for the gods. He’s trying to hold his family together after his father died in disgrace, and piety, even to the Christ, just isn’t practical. But then, a ruthless enemy targets his family, forcing Jurian to make a choice: will he pursue the glory he’s always wanted, or will he sacrifice everything to protect a faith that was never really his own?

Through the eyes and words of survivors and victims alike, as well as the careful research for which Newberry Honor Award winner Jim Murphy is known, listeners will experience one of the most devastating natural disasters in U.S. history and understand why and how life in the United States was forever changed.

Taylor's first live spoken-word collection since 2003, Icarus Airlines, contains 34 poems.

Josiah "Liner" Paldecki knew the moment he laid eyes on her that there was something different about her. Something special. Something so unique that it practically poleaxed him the moment that their eyes met. Except, the next time he saw her, it was like she was a different woman altogether. There was a blankness to her eyes that concerned him. An air of menace about her that honestly scared him to death. He's more than man enough to admit it. At first, Liner thinks it's because she's bipolar, or possibly psychopathic. Then he realizes the truth.

In 1819, the 240-ton Essex set sail from Nantucket on a routine voyage. Fifteen months later, in the farthest reaches of the South Pacific, it was repeatedly rammed and sunk by an 80-ton bull sperm whale. Its 20-man crew, fearing cannibals on the islands to the west, made for the 3,000-mile-distant coast of South America in three tiny boats. During 90 days at sea under horrendous conditions, the survivors clung to life as one by one, they succumbed to hunger, thirst, disease, and fear.

The Great Fire of 1871 was one of the most colossal disasters in American history - with damage so profound that few people believed the city could ever rise again. By weaving personal accounts of actual survivors together with careful research, Jim Murphy constructs a riveting and dramatic narrative, ultimately revealing how the human spirit triumphed even in a time of deepest despair and the people of Chicago found the courage and strength to build their city once again.

Lucy Morgan left Ashtown, Georgia, 10 years ago and planned to never return. Unfortunately, life didn't get that memo. She's back and now painful memories follow her everywhere. Until she meets him. Mason Blackwood is over six feet of sinfully gorgeous man who - for some reason - wants her. He also thinks he's a werewolf so...yeah. He's crazypants. But when he wants to have his wicked way with her, his sanity doesn't seem all that important anymore. Mason isn't sure how much longer he can remain Alpha over the Blackwood pack.

Women fall into my lap. Until an innocent beauty crosses my path and wants nothing to do with me. I'm one of the Devil's Riders, the inner circle of one of the biggest motorcycle clubs in California. My brothers and I live on the edge of society, and we like it just fine. I'm swimming in easy women, but I'm easily bored. Then one day, I see her: Molly McRae. She's easy on the eyes and sweet as pie. All I want to do is take a bite.

My name is Maccabe Donahue, but everyone calls me Mac. Just out of the Navy and current Devil's Rider, the inner circle of the Sons of Satan motorcycle club, I'm known for keeping a cool head. But all that changes when I take the job of managing the build of a new development outside of town. A development that is right next door to a tiny cottage, formerly in the middle of nowhere. That's where Suzanna comes in. The woman is going to drive me insane.

Former military man turned government assassin Kellan “Eagle” Trowbridge isn’t looking for love. He’d rather keep his head down at his cover job as an employee of Silverstone Towing. That all changes, however, when he meets Taylor Cardin. Beautiful, smart, and witty Taylor instantly falls for the mysterious tow truck driver, who comforts her both in the aftermath of the car crash she sees firsthand and when the police dismiss her as a credible witness because of her prosopagnosia, or face blindness.

Perfect for Teacher Appreciation Week and graduation, here is an inspirational, rhyming picture book ode to the extra-special teachers we remember all those years later. Children will love seeing themselves and their favorite teachers in scenes bursting with positivity, highlighting not just academics but sports, drama, art, music, and community. And teachers will appreciate seeing their honored profession depicted with love and gratitude.

Jill was a lucky girl once. Bruce Langley, an intimidating and sexy billionaire, had spoken to her. The owner of a club called Crystal and a thousand other enterprises, Mr. Langley was the most powerful man for hundreds of miles. And he was talking to her. It had been too much. Jill panicked and ran, squandering the opportunity. She's come back to that same club, Crystal, over and over, hoping that the handsome billionaire will notice her again and give her another chance. Months later, her wish is granted, but it won't be so simple to get back into Bruce Langley's good graces. Jill is ...

This 15-book Mega-Bundle contains 15 standalone stories of women being dominated by powerful, sexy alpha males. Most are billionaires, some are lovers, and all have the power and desire to take command of a beautiful woman who wants to be told what to do. This bundle also contains the exclusive erotic story Matched with the Billionaire, not available anywhere else! Enjoy. ------------------ This 15-book bundle contains the following stories, most of which are also available individually: - The Billionaire’s Pet - Giving the Billionaire What He Wants - Leashed, Collared, and Dominated at ...

There's a secret that only a few people know about. The wealthy of the city are welcome. It's an event; a high-bidding event where those with money can go to get something they can't get anywhere else. Complete control. It's called The Auction, and it's all for charity. Everyone is willing, but no one knows what they're getting into until they've been bid on and brought home. Jessica has finally made it onto the stage as a person to be bid upon, and she is thrilled, nervous, and dying to see what will happen to her. When she's taken home by a mysterious billionaire who immediately makes it ...

Heart. The most important organ in your body, one of the most fragile too. I've always worn mine on my sleeve. I put my heart into everything I've ever done and for the most part it's worked out for me. I'm the best running back in the league, I have a great family and a smoking hot wife. That is until a nasty hit takes me down in a big way. Everyone told me I was done. They turned their backs on me, except for my best friend, Scarlett Hayes.

A Day In the Life of Suburban Hotwives These naughty housewives know how to get through the boredom of quiet suburban existence! Long novel of classic erotica. Includes: Sexual situations, age gap, doctor exam, and more.

Kelsey knows that she's an attractive young woman. So why can't she get Professor Carlson's attention? She's tried every trick she knows: low-cut tops, short skirts, staying a little too long after class. She just can't seem to catch his eye. But when an older woman (and former assistant of Dr. Carlson) happens to drop some interesting information about the delicious dominant professor, Kelsey knows what she has to do: she has to tease Dr. Carlson into taking control. When Kelsey finally gets through to him, Professor Carlson's dominant side comes out. And once his alpha male nature is ...

Lauren's husband is a hunk, and he likes to tease her. It's been a while since they've had some intimate time together, and Lauren is ravenous. But Nick has turned her down more than once, and it's driving her crazy. She wants him badly, and she lets him know. Nick has other plans for his wife. Lauren is about to see the leather surprises Nick has been hiding for her. And she will be punished for being so impatient...