Family Lifestyle

The eldest of seven children born to an abusive father, I endured a childhood of unspeakable violence and ridicule. This courageous memoir details the hardships I faced as I desperately tried to be accepted as a son to a father who does not believe I am his child. I did not endure years of abuse as a child to remain silent. Now I am not ashamed of what I suffered as a child anymore. My story is not easy to read or even comprehend, but it is my truth and my right to tell because it happened to me. It took 58 years to accept that my past cannot be changed and to finally let my past go. I can ...

When Mark and his family move to the country, they are introduced to a new world of freedom. Mark faces significant challenges as he deals with the sexual urges that come with adolescence and growing up in an environment where nudity is accepted. Meanwhile, the family finds out that not everyone in the community is accepting of their choices.

In 1-2-3 Parenting with Heart, Dr. Thomas W. Phelan and pastor Chris Webb teach Christian parents to take charge while refraining from yelling, leading to better behaved children, happier parents, and a more peaceful home environment. Complete with relevant Bible verses, explanations, and exercises, this guide allows you to get back in charge of your home and enjoy your kids again by helping you set limits for your children, and by breaking down the complex task of parenting into three straightforward steps.

About three things I was certain. First, Edward was a vampire. Second, there was a part of him, and I didn't know how dominant that part might be, that thirsted for my blood. And third, I was unconditionally and irrevocably in love with him.

Sometimes I feel like I have walked into the middle of a movie. Maybe I can make my own movie. The film will be the story of my life. No, not my life, but of this experience. I'll call it what the lady who is the prosecutor called me: Monster.

It's been two years since the night that changed Ashley's life. Two years since she was raped by her brother's teammate. And a year since she sat in a court and watched as he was given a slap on the wrist sentence. But the years have done nothing to stop the pain. It's been two years of hell for Derek. His family is totally messed up, and he and his sister are barely speaking. He knows he handled it all wrong. Now at college, he has to come to terms with what happened, and the rape culture that he was inadvertently a part of that destroyed his sister's life.

From the author of Dunk comes this sparkling new novel that covers a year in the life of high school freshman Scott Hudson, who is sideswiped by the unexpected news that his mother is about to have another baby.

Service Entrance A Summer Romance by Kiki Astor A disgraced debutante. A mysterious man with a secret identity. A seaside estate full of scandal. Former It Girl and fallen fashion designer Cordelia “Coco” Winthrop needs a lifeline. When she lands a job as personal assistant to the glamorous and impossible Lucrezia Wilde, Coco swaps her old life of front-row seats and champagne flutes for flower deliveries, errand lists, and the hidden chaos of a celebrity’s inner circle. Lucrezia’s home—an oceanfront estate tucked inside the exclusive enclave of Montecito, California—is nothing ...

So, you’ve embraced the nudist lifestyle, and now you’re ready to share it with the world—or at least with your friends and family. First of all, let me just say, congratulations! Deciding to come out as a nudist is a huge step toward living your life authentically and unapologetically. It’s a journey that’s as exciting as it is empowering, and I’m thrilled to be a part of it with you. When I first started exploring nudism, I never imagined it would become such an important part of my life. Like many people, I grew up with all the usual hang-ups about body image and the idea ...

The story of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas is very difficult to describe. Usually we give some information about the audiobook, but in this case we think that would spoil the listening. We think it's important that you start to listen without knowing what it is about.

Life sucks when your friends are pissed at you. Just ask Zoey Redbird. In one week she has gone from having three boyfriends to having none, and from having a close group of friends who trusted and supported her to being an outcast. Speaking of friends, the only two Zoey has left are undead and unMarked. And Neferet has declared war on humans, which Zoey knows in her heart is wrong.

While Jude fought for power in the Court of Elfhame against the cruel Prince Cardan, her sister, Taryn, began to fall in love with the trickster Locke. Half-apology and half-explanation, it turns out Taryn has some secrets of her own to reveal.

Living the RV lifestyle is not for everyone. But for all those folks that yearn for the freedom of the open road, the fun of exploring new places and the family atmosphere shared by RVers everywhere, RV life is a great life. This book is meant to be an aid for those with anxious but wobbling thoughts bouncing back-and-forth between RV full time, not full time, maybe part time now, full time someday or maybe never. This torturous muddling usually dwells on some serious key lifestyle questions such as… 1. Can I really give up my bricks-and-sticks home? 2. Can I live in a smaller space? 3. ...

Lily Hopper has two more weeks until she's officially finished with boarding school. With graduation quickly approaching Lily is worried that she's somehow missed out on the fun of being in high school. So, when she receives a mysterious note inviting her to join the anonymous senior class Jester in executing the end-of-year prank, Lily sees her chance to put her goody-two-shoes reputation behind her. When Lily realizes the Jester is none other than Taggart Swell, her ex-boyfriend, she's already in too deep to back out. Lily might've dumped Tag, but she still has major feelings.

Craving delicious meals that are also good for your health? Looking for a diet that's easy to follow and keeps you satisfied? If so, this cookbook is perfect for your journey to better health. It combines the delightful flavors of the Mediterranean with practical tips and strategies, making it simple for beginners to adopt and maintain the Mediterranean diet effortlessly. With this guide, you'll discover how to enjoy tasty, nutritious meals while reaping the many health benefits of this renowned diet. The Mediterranean diet is renowned for its heart-healthy benefits, weight management ...

Imagine walking through your home without tripping over toys, without unopened mail piling up on the counter, and without a calendar packed so tightly that every day feels like a sprint. Minimalism is not about owning nothing or depriving your family of joy—it’s about making space for what truly matters. For families, this journey is not just about decluttering a house, but about reshaping how you live together and how you spend your time.

The recently orphaned Sisters Grimm find out from their Granny, who they thought was dead, that they're descendents of the legendary Brothers Grimm. Now they must take over the family responsibility of being fairy tale detectives in a town where fairy tales are real. Their first case: a giant is destroying the town and it may have something to do with a boy named Jack and a certain famous beanstalk.

In a world ruled by fierce warrior queens, a grand empire was built upon the backs of Phoenix Riders - legendary heroes who soared through the sky on wings of fire - until a war between two sisters ripped it all apart. Sixteen years later, Veronyka is a war orphan who dreams of becoming a Phoenix Rider from the stories of old. After a shocking betrayal from her controlling sister, Veronyka strikes out alone to find the Riders - even if that means disguising herself as a boy to join their ranks.

Gerald is only three years old when his mama leaves him alone in the house while she visits her drug dealer. He finds the hot thing she uses to light her cigarettes and in no time, the house is ablaze. Mama is sent to prison, and Gerald goes to live with his Aunt Queen. When he turns nine, Gerald unhappily learns that his mama is being released from jail and wants her son back. Suddenly, he must switch from a loving home to a household dominated by his abusive stepfather.

Germany, 1945. The soldiers who liberated the Gross-Rosen concentration camp said the war was over, but nothing feels over to 18-year-old Zofia Lederman. Her body has barely begun to heal; her mind feels broken. And her life is completely shattered: Three years ago, she and her younger brother, Abek, were the only members of their family to be sent to the right, away from the gas chambers of Auschwitz-Birkenau. Everyone else—her parents, her grandmother, radiant Aunt Maja—they went left.