A festive reunion to heal her… Trauma surgeon Nikita is leaving to put some space between her demons and her job. She just wasn’t expecting her temporary replacement to be blast from the past Pedro. Nikita knows she’s a shadow of the woman he once knew. But as they work together on an emergency she feels an overwhelming sense of security with him. Will a mistletoe kiss this Christmas be the gift she needs to make her whole again? Carefree bachelor to caring father? Devastated by a tragic loss, Dr Angus Firth lives his life as unattached as possible. Until alluring doctor Misty arrives on his doorstep with shocking news—her new baby niece is his daughter! Already overburdened, Misty can’t raise little Lily alone, so Angus must take responsibility. But protecting his heart is impossible after he and Misty share a passionate kiss… Can this millionaire doc lower his guard to claim his unexpected family?

Her Off-Limits Single Dad Colleagues, housemates…soulmates? In this Paramedics and Pups story, after a disastrous relationship, paramedic Jenny needs a fresh start in remote Willhua. When her living arrangements fall through, gorgeous local doc Rob offers Jenny and the injured pup she’s just rescued a room. Their immediate chemistry is overwhelmingly intense, but it’s clear this single dad’s life is currently in limbo—placing him firmly off-limits! Jenny’s scared to open herself up again…but is this instant family worth taking a chance on? The Italian, His Pup and Me Friends with out-of-hours benefits…or more? In this Paramedics and Pups story, when he dramatically rescues Bruce the dog, paramedic Nico makes quite an impression on new co-worker Frankie. She has a strict no-dating rule, and Nico has zero intention of settling down, so there’s no harm in embracing their mutual desire! But soon Frankie’s barriers are falling away…while Nico’s still holding back. Can the Italian and the pup that brought them together learn to trust her—with their future?

His royal revelation... In this Royal Christmas at Seattle General story, Dr Dom's world literally crashes through the ER doors when his father-a king!-is involved in an accident. Now Emilia, his old medical school rival, finds herself keeper of his royal secret-and his heart! They started the festive season as strangers ... In this Royal Christmas at Seattle General story, Max is brought in to operate on a king and PR director Ayanna must help him keep it a secret. But spending the holidays together ignites an attraction they'll never forget!

A baby to change the vet's life! In this Two Tails Animal Refuge story, when a baby is left in celebrity vet Finn's waiting room, he can't believe it's his granddaughter-and that he has a secret daughter! Utterly out of his depth, Finn needs help...and colleague Hazel is the perfect candidate! Hazel has always been 'just a friend'. Now she might be becoming someone he can't live without... The key to their happy-ever-after? In this Two Tails Animal Refuge story, Kiara has dedicated her life to caring for animals in need. So when she's tasked with finding the perfect pet for neurosurgeon Bryn and his orphaned niece, Kiara has just the rescue dog in mind... Border Collie Bunji has a story as powerful as little Alice's, and he brings hope back into the little family's life. But what if Kiara does too...?

- The first book to seriously examine the feminine aspect of Egyptian religion sheds new light on the important role of the goddess Hathor-Sekhmet.- This accessible study sheds much new light on ancient Egypt and provides a powerful new perspective on women's theology.- The text is accompanied by nearly 200 striking and unusual illustrations Drawing from temple art, myths, rituals, and poetry, "Hathor Rising" is the first book to seriously examine the feminine aspect of the complex Egyptian pantheon and to shed new light on the pivotal place held there by the fiery serpent-eyed goddess, Hathor-Sekhmet. The primary importance of this goddess is emphasized by the serpent coiled over the forehead of every pharaoh--the supreme symbol of royal power in ancient Egypt. The erotic vitality and fierce aggression of the goddess, qualities commonly perceived as masculine in nature, gives the reigning Pharaoh the capacity for dynamic leadership. The author explores the symbolism behind this and other manifestations of the goddess in Egyptian cosmology and provides new revelations on the rich tradition of feminine divinity in Egypt. "Hathor Rising" is the most important study of one of the world's oldest civilizations to appear in years.

The only doc to make her stay? After a dramatic first shift, doctor Ella is locked out of her temporary residence. The only person to help? New neighbour and infuriating boss Dr Logan Walsh! But as they work together she sees the softness behind his sharp edges, and it's impossible to ignore their simmering electricity after hours. Ella's only passing through, and widower Logan has long since barricaded his heart... Could a fling be what they both need? She isn't looking for love...until she meets him! GP Kaya has dreamed of visiting South Africa, her mother's homeland. Now, after a recent trauma, it seems the perfect escape. Kaya's mesmerised by the landscape-but she's even more stunned by her boss, founder of the Lindiwe Health Foundation, brooding surgeon Arno Nkosi. Kaya has never believed it possible for anyone to heal her bruised heart, but maybe Arno is the exception to the rule...

- The first book to seriously examine the feminine aspect of Egyptian religion sheds new light on the important role of the goddess Hathor-Sekhmet.
- This accessible study sheds much new light on ancient Egypt and provides a powerful new perspective on women's theology.
- The text is accompanied by nearly 200 striking and unusual illustrations
Drawing from temple art, myths, rituals, and poetry, "Hathor Rising" is the first book to seriously examine the feminine aspect of the complex Egyptian pantheon and to shed new light on the pivotal place held there by the fiery serpent-eyed goddess, Hathor-Sekhmet. The primary importance of this goddess is emphasized by the serpent coiled over the forehead of every pharaoh--the supreme symbol of royal power in ancient Egypt. The erotic vitality and fierce aggression of the goddess, qualities commonly perceived as masculine in nature, gives the reigning Pharaoh the capacity for dynamic leadership. The author explores the symbolism behind this and other manifestations of the goddess in Egyptian cosmology and provides new revelations on the rich tradition of feminine divinity in Egypt. "Hathor Rising" is the most important study of one of the world's oldest civilizations to appear in years.

Some people worry about participating in social settings because they lack confidence in their conversation skills. They may dread an evening at the pub or even just a chat with one friend, for fear of saying the wrong thing, not being able to think of anything to talk about, or whether they will find themselves feeling generally embarrassed about their conversational technique. This book offers a structure to help with the skills needed for initiating, maintaining, and ending conversations. It looks at casual chat and formal talk with one person face-to-face and on the phone, as well as how to converse in a group. There are over 30 chapters, each dealing with an aspect of conversation such as Greetings How to remember names Being topical, Using humour Reminiscing Repairing conversational gaffs, Escaping! The Conversational Menu Each topic is considered and discussed; exercises are suggested; "homework" is given on credit-card-sized cards, and then the Checklist is filled in, so that learning is secure. This is a complete course on conversation skills. designed for people over 16, either to work with the Speech and Language Therapist, or for some, to work on their own. Alison Roberts is a Speech and Language Therapist whose work has chiefly focused for the last 20 years on the communication needs of 11-25 year-olds with a wide variety of intriguing differences in ability. She works with several brilliant therapists who together form a team called Good Communication. Alison lectures to SLT students and to Careers Advisers and has written several sets of cards and books which have been published by Speechmark Publishing. She is also an enthusiastic craftswoman with an endless need and desire to devise her own SLT games, which gave rise to the original series of articles in the Speech and Language Therapy in Practice magazine.

One intimate night...to a Christmas proposal? Doctor Rachel has come to the winter wonderland of Sainte Colette to work! After being left at the altar, she's determined to ignore the romance of sparkling snow and twinkling lights. Meeting her gorgeous new boss Matthieu only makes her redouble her efforts to shield herself... Until he rescues her from the slopes and insists on taking care of her-all night long! An angel to transform his world! For GP Euan, Christmas is not the most wonderful time of the year...it conjures up too many painful memories. But his home, Ravenswood Castle, is hosting its annual Christmas camp for sick children, and when perky paediatrician Abby arrives to help he knows he's in trouble. She's the only one who can see beyond Euan's impenetrable facade!

This book explores ancient Egypt's feminine anointing mysteries and how these are reflected in both royal art and ritual life. It also traces their subsequent influence in early Christianity. This means there are five broad audiences for the book in addition to those interested in Egyptology, ancient history and archaeology. Religion -- the book provides new insights in religion and mythology. It includes a detailed study of the New Year ritual of anointing the pharaoh , so it will appeal to readers interested in ritual and ancient mysteries. As a discussion of the oldest known African religion it is also relevant to black history. Women's Studies -- the book carefully elucidates the place of feminine divinity and the Egyptian queen in these anointing mysteries. Emphasising the crucial role of the feminine in Egyptian ritual life, it gives a new perspective on women's theology and women's history. Early Christianity -- the book traces the influence of the Egyptian New Year rites in the Christian anointing mysteries, as recorded both in the canonical gospels and the alchemically inspired Gospel of Philip from the Nag Hammadi Library. It is therefore relevant to readers interested in early Christianity, Christian sacramentalism and the Nag Hammadi writings. Alchemy and Hermeticism -- the book's study of the relationship between early Christianity, Graeco-Egyptian alchemy and Hermeticism will interest those drawn to early esoteric traditions. Fine Arts -- the book will also appeal to readers interested in a history, since it gives a high priority to visual images for understanding Egyptian religion. It includes many striking colour illustrations, which are closely Integrated within the text.

This book explores the pivotal place of the fiery serpent-eye goddess, Hathor-Sekmet, in the mysteries of Osiris, the Egyptian god of the dead. Weaving together myths, rituals and temple art, it recreates the craft world of ancient Memphis, with its heart-centred religion and vitalising feminine divinities. The author reveals the rich and complex temple life of New Kingdom Egypt in a compelling account of the soul's return to primal origins in the Ancestor Ritual, a little known royal death and rebirth ceremony."My Heart My Mother" breaks new ground with its analysis of Egyptian sacred architecture. Seti I's temple at Abydos is shown to be an image of heaven, built to correspond with the cosmic 'maps' of living and dying depicted on the remarkable Nut ceilings in Theban royal tombs. Each part of the Abydos temple is a focus for transformation in the ancestral rites. Despite great social changes this heart wisdom continued long after the rule of Pharaohs ended. The book traces its profound influence in alchemy, presenting fresh evidence to support the alchemists' own belief in the Egyptian roots of their tradition.

Worth the risk? When GP Andrew signed up for a training course he never expected to leave with memories of a night with instructor Jenna! Returning to reality, Andrew juggles work with fatherhood. But staying focussed is tough when he's not ready to let Jenna go... The start of something more...? For Dr Freya, spending six months working with Amsterdam's leading surgeon, Lucas, is a delicious distraction from painful memories. But, knowing she can't stay in the city that haunts her, Freya is torn between her head and her heart...

Could an unlikely bond...be the answer to their dreams? Nurse Stevie hates feeling out of her depth. But with a new job and a son who's struggling to settle in, she needs help. She just didn't expect it to come in the shape of her boss and one adorable dog! On paper, Josh is everything Stevie should avoid. But, beneath his charming exterior, is a heart also in need of rescuing...

This game is designed as a resource to help young people learn to understand and prepare for work experience, job-seeking, interviews and coping in the workplace. In particular young people with a diagnosis on the Autism Spectrum find interviews difficult in the same way as they may struggle with day-to-day conversations. Many of the elements of the interactions are similar: greeting appropriately; making eye contact; using appropriate facial expression; listening carefully; asking good questions; requesting clarification, etc. This fun discussion card-based activity encourages participants to: answer questions; appraise themselves; decide whether advice suggested is good or bad; and, role-play situations and interactions using hypothetical scenarios. There are 74 cards and the game can be played by any number of people, although 4-6 is recommended. It is suitable for people of age 15+. Intended for use in educational settings and/or therapy contexts under the supervision of an adult. This is not a toy.

Just a fling? Paramedic Benjamin is the beating heart of Cutler's Creek, and it's no secret that settling down is off his agenda. But when locum doctor Joy literally crashes into his life, the attraction between them is electric. Can they ignore growing temptation? Single surgeon...to family man? Dr William Cooper has been thrown in at the deep end... His eleven-month-old half-sister has been placed into his care, and he has to figure out how to be a surrogate father-quick! Fortunately an adorable, wonderful nurse, Hannah, offers to help...

This imaginative and practical book contains a collection of ideas and games that should provide you with lots of new resources without spending a fortune. Some of the games and activities address particular communication themes, such as: listening techniques; speech sounds; vocabulary building; and friendship skills, while others cover several areas simultaneously. The book is organised into chapters according to the major skill area being addressed, with suggestion for linked items in other chapters. To add to well-established and structured programmes of therapy that SLTs use, there are two principles that can make for better therapeutic outcomes, and on which the book is based: clients often respond more effectively if they feel that they "own" their therapy by being involved in making the materials that they will use; and therapy is improved when it is good fun, and preferably humorous. You don't need to be a great artist or craftsman to create these games and activities, or huge quantities of spare time to make most of the items, especially if you can get organised with equipment all in one go. There is a basic shopping list to help you get started. It is a must have for all Speech and Language Therapists. It is presented in A4 wire-o-bound.