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Books > Health, Home & Family > Family & health > Family & other relationships > Intergenerational relationships
From acclaimed author Dan Smith comes a page-turning, atmospheric
ghost story packed full of adventure and heart ... 'What a story
... absolutely gripping' EMMA CARROLL 'An enchanting, beautifully
crafted wartime tale'ALLY SHERRICK Malaya, 1942. Nisha's home is
destroyed by war and she and her mother, Amma, flee to her father's
ancestral house in England, perched on a cliff top on the cold
Northern coast. When Amma falls gravely ill, Nisha is left to face
her formidable grandmother alone. Grandmother's rules are
countless, and her Anglo-Indian granddaughter is even forbidden
from climbing the old weeping tree. But when a ghost child beckons
Nisha to sit under its boughs, and promises her Amma's life in
return for three truths, its pull proves irresistible ... A
thrilling historical ghost story; full of adventure, grief, guilt,
forgiveness and belonging A fresh angle on a wartime story: the
prejudice Nisha faces as a refugee feels particularly relevant
today Perfect for fans of Frances Hardinge and Emma Carroll Praise
for Dan Smith: 'Action, adventure, wolves, snow ... this story has
EVERYTHING. I devoured it so quickly I need to read it again.' EMMA
CARROLL on She Wolf 'This book grabbed me from page one - highly
recommended' HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY on My Friend the Enemy
A Woman's Story is Annie Ernaux's "deeply affecting account of
mothers and daughters, youth and age, and dreams and reality"
(Kirkus Reviews). Upon her mother's death from Alzheimer's, Ernaux
embarks on a daunting journey back through time, as she seeks to
"capture the real woman, the one who existed independently from me,
born on the outskirts of a small Normandy town, and who died in the
geriatric ward of a hospital in the suburbs of Paris." She explores
the bond between mother and daughter, tenuous and unshakable at
once, the alienating worlds that separate them, and the inescapable
truth that we must lose the ones we love. In this quietly powerful
tribute, Ernaux attempts to do her mother the greatest justice she
can: to portray her as the individual she was. She writes, "I
believe I am writing about my mother because it is my turn to bring
her into the world."
Discover how the children of prominent families pursue their own
path while contributing to their family's legacy In The Quest for
Legitimacy: How Children of Prominent Families Discover Their
Unique Place in the World, accomplished family and private wealth
consultant Dr. James Weiner delivers a unique and eye-opening
discussion of the Rising Generation's quest for self-determination
in the shadow of a larger-than-life family. The author relies on
qualitative research conducted on wealthy families to explore
topics like: Rites of passage in prominent families and what
liberation for young family members actually looks and feels like
Separating from and returning to your family while finding people
to trust on your journey How to deal with the long shadows cast by
wealthy family members Perfect for members of wealthy and
accomplished families, as well as the people who advise them, The
Quest for Legitimacy is an essential read for anyone navigating the
complex dynamics of accomplished families.
If your father had superpowers, what would they be? What's your
favorite childhood memory of the two of you together? What has your
dad accomplished that makes your proud? Thought provoking and
celebratory, this fill-in gift book provides 50 prompts that help
you capture all the things you love and appreciate about your
father: his talents, his quirks, the memories you share, and more.
With a fresh illustration style and deluxe production details like
a grain-embossed, foil-stamped cover, ribbon markers, and a 4-color
interior, this book is the perfect keepsake your father will enjoy
for years to come.
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An endangered forest. An abandoned snow leopard. A child who only
feels comfortable talking to animals. When fates collide, the
unbelievable can happen ... 'Put me in mind of Dodi Smith and
Gerald Durrell at their very best - enchanting and thrilling in
equal measure.' Piers Torday 'Reads like a classic. I loved it.'
Pam Munoz Ryan Maggie's stutter makes going to school hard. She
will do almost anything to avoid speaking in class - even if that
leads to trouble. Sent to stay in the depths of Cornwall with a
grandfather she barely knows, Maggie discovers an abandoned snow
leopard hiding in the nearby Wildoak Forest. Sheltered by the
ancient trees, the two of them build an understanding in secret.
But when the cub is spotted by local villagers, danger follows -
threatening everything she has come to believe in. Can Maggie find
an answer before time runs out - not just for the cub, but for
herself and the forest as well? An enticing, classic new voice in
children's fiction - perfect for fans of Natasha Farrant or Melissa
Harrison Told in alternating voices, Wildoak shimmers with life as
it explores the delicate interconnectedness of the human, animal
and natural worlds The bond between a troubled child and an
abandoned snow leopard is at the heart of this emotional and
atmospheric story set in the 1960s
Ready or not, you're a parent again. And if you're wondering how
exactly you're going to raise your children's children, you're not
alone.More than 3 million Americans are raising their
grandchildren, and they, like you, have done this all before. But
this time, you're parenting under different circumstances--and
likely as a result of scenarios you never envisioned for your
family.Now more than ever, substance use has made many birth
parents simply unfit for the job. The opioid epidemic has ravaged
families across the country. Grandparents are stepping out of
retirement to care for their grandchildren, who may have been born
addicted to opioids as well.Or the impetus might be mental health,
incarceration, or immaturity. Whatever the reason for your new
role, your kinship care is needed to help your grandchildren adjust
to a shifting family dynamic while perhaps facing problem behaviors
that can develop as a result of a difficult past environment,
neonatal abstinence, or any number of other birth syndromes.Your
top priority now is to help your grandchildren to emerge thriving
from what may initially feel like a less-than-ideal situation. The
deeply rewarding experience of creating a grandfamily in the midst
of crisis reminds us that all families are built and strengthened
over time.The Grandfamily Guidebook offers just the right mix of
expert advice and insights gathered from thousands of grandparents
who are raising grandchildren. With this comprehensive guide you'll
avoid common pitfalls as you adjust to your new normal, and have a
touchstone to come back to as things unfold. With advice on
everything from engaging with birthparents, to managing legal and
financial considerations, challenges with school and social life,
and your own self-care, you'll always have a practical, inspiring
guide to building a grandfamily.
The teen years are a time of remarkable change, and teens who
struggle with stress and anxiety can have an especially difficult
time. Furthermore, as a parent, you may be so worried and
frustrated yourself that your efforts to help your teen cope with
anxiety may end up backfiring and make the situation even worse.
Wouldn't it help if there was a guide on what to do, and what not
to do, to help your anxious teen? This powerful book, based on
cutting-edge research and cognitive behavioral strategies, will
help you develop the know-how to effectively manage teen anxiety.
You'll learn the best ways to support your teen in overcoming
problematic thinking and fears, discover how your reactions can
unwittingly fuel your teen's worries, and explore how life changes
influence your teen's anxiety, as well as how to manage
anxiety-related physical and psychological distress. Understanding
your teen's anxiety, how it impacts you and the rest of the family,
and how your own responses can influence it are key to learning how
to help your teen manage anxious thoughts and feelings and succeed
in life. With Helping Your Anxious Teen, you'll have a wealth of
research-backed strategies to lead you in being an effective
anxiety coach for your teen.
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