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Katarina is a woodland fairy who loves to show children what makes them unique. Because she values fun, she dazzles children with whimsy, wonder, and "Fairy Magic"! This enchanting fairy friend guides six schoolmates on a journey of self-discovery, teaching them the importance of knowing their own values. Katarina explains how values guide their lives and help them make good decisions, including choosing their friends wisely, and deciding what activities to pursue. Values can even help them find a career they will enjoy someday!

Six-year-old Evelyn doesn’t like being told she’s too little to do things her older brothers can do. With help from a magical fairy friend, Evelyn discovers she’s not too little to learn new skills.

Die Liebe in den letzten Tagen des Patriarchats - der neue Roman der Nr.-1-Bestsellerautorin von "Three Women - Drei Frauen". Viel zu lange hat Joan die Grausamkeiten von Männern ertragen. Den einen liebt sie, doch er bleibt kalt. Und der, der sie liebt, gibt sich eines Tages vor ihren Augen die Kugel. Joan flieht aus New York nach Los Angeles und sucht die einzige Frau, die ihr helfen kann, ihre Vergangenheit zu überwinden und eine andere zu werden: ihre Halbschwester Alice.

Paris 1942: Nach der Verhaftung ihres Vaters, eines polnischen Juden, flüchtet die Studentin Eva Abrams in das kleine Bergdorf Le Chambon-sur-Lignon in der unbesetzten Zone. Dort fälscht sie im Auftrag der Résistance Ausweispapiere für jüdische Kinder und lernt so auch den Widerstandskämpfer Rémy kennen. Zusammen fertigen sie "Das Buch der verschollenen Namen" an - verschlüsselte Aufzeichnungen, um die wahre Identität der Kinder für eine Zeit nach dem Krieg zu bewahren. Als jedoch ihre Widerstandszelle verraten wird und Rémy plötzlich verschwindet, bedeutet das Buch für sie beide tödliche Gefahr.

Dank neuester Entwicklungen im Bereich der KI sind hochentwickelte maschinelle Systeme durch das Scannen und Verändern bestehenden Fotomaterials in der Lage, Fotos oder Videos zu generieren und sie mit einem Kontext auszustatten, den es nie gegeben hat. Wird darauf zudem eine authentisch wirkende Tonspur gelegt, sind die Resultate absolut überzeugend - und verheerend in ihrer Wirkung. Diese so genannten "Deep Fakes" sind eine reale Gefahr für Demokratien, denn sie haben die Macht, Wahlmanipulation auf ein ganz neues Level zu heben und die Entscheidungen nichtsahnender Bürger massiv und grundlegend zu beeinflussen.

Fourteen years ago, a certain redhead crushed my heart into dust and left me behind without an explanation. No amount of distraction could ever make the memories vanish the way she had - not my years as a Navy SEAL, not dealing with my brother’s addiction, and definitely not trying to carve out a life in the town where her specter lurks around every corner. Now she’s back, and that smart mouth of hers has made her the target of a deadly motorcycle club...and reminded me of exactly why I fell in love with her.

Quinton Errington is perfectly happy teaching at Cambridge, with his elder brother carrying the duties of being the duke of Wesley. But when a trip to celebrate his brother’s last week of bachelorhood ends in tragedy, Quinton, now the duke of Wesley, would give anything to have his brother back. Now, under the most heartbreaking of circumstances, Wesley's would-be bride, Catherine Greatheart, is left wanting. Her only protection left, her grandmother, has fallen ill, and Catherine has nowhere left to turn but to the family she was so close to being part of.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Pittsburgh. Greater than a Tourist - Pittsburgh, PA by author Kristin Mitchell-Wenger highlights the inside scoop and what guests should know when visiting the ‘Burgh.

Quirky hipster Parker Rebec moves to Paris in order to finish writing his novel. When a mysterious stalker leaves him a trail of notes, Parker is caught up in a story he can't resist. A decade earlier, on the other side of the world, Greysen Price must somehow leave his job as an inventor, completely erase his identity, and escape the country.

Controlling the Pause is an audiobook for top-performing leaders for whom the results matter and the people matter. It outlines a reusable, reliable, and scalable tool that can be used by leaders of any sized organization and in any industry to adjust their view, mindset, or communication and deal with any kind of transition, be it forced or chosen. If you are a leader who cares about their leadership development, that the results happen and your people are included, heard, and empowered, this audiobook is for you.

Scotland, summer 1556. Desperation drives Abby Gordon to seek refuge with Iain MacGregor and ask his help, but will he give her something more for her heart, instead? After escaping the clutches of wily Laird Glenorchy, Abby Gordon arrives at the MacGregor stronghold to take part in a chain of events that brings Iain to the brink of banishment and disaster to the clan.

Maximize 365 will guide you to increased personal growth, satisfaction, and success. Daily tips in the areas of relationships, health and wellness, career, finances, and spirituality will help you level up your life. International best-selling author Kristin A. Sherry contributes over a decade of executive and career coaching expertise along with a treasure chest of actionable advice from additional experts. Each daily topic is supported by an inspiring quote and specific ideas for action to realize immediate progress.

Love and a sense of belonging is all Ashlin Thomas dreams about. Greed and power took that dream. Ripped away by tragedy, the one person left in her life was taken. How does someone move on from so much loss? When words spoken from the past allow Ashlin to grasp the future she desires, the harsh reality of life threatens to take it away. Will she sacrifice one love for another?

While investigating a string of murders ranging along the Eastern U.S. coastline, Brandon, a Lieutenant with the Lupin Guard finds some help from an unlikely trio. Cat, the werewolf from down south, a quirky spirit mage named Tanya, and a brooding elemental mage named Elliot find themselves helping Brandon not only solve the mystery of the murders but also to protect two were-foxes turned vampire who may turn out to be star witnesses, that is if they are not the culprits.

As a former Green Beret, I know how to follow orders and obey rules. I’ve learned to be patient, to look at a situation from every angle, and to live by a code of honor most men know nothing about. But when a motorcycle club puts a target on not just my hometown, but the five-foot-nothing blonde who unknowingly holds my heart in her hands, obeying the law takes a back seat to keeping my woman safe. I’ve never had something so precious to protect, and I’ve never been willing to cross so many lines to get a job done.

The United States wasn't built as a democracy. The Senate doesn't represent people. Both sides hate gerrymandering and the courts refuse to fix it. Our right to be heard is defeated by voter suppression and an Electoral College system that concentrates power in a handful of states and too often reverses the popular vote. But within our flawed system, we have the tools to tackle our most stubborn election problems by flexing state and local power (no constitutional amendments or courts required).

The Butterfly Promise is an intimate and reflective memoir about grief, family bonds, and everlasting love. Through the author’s authentic voice of treasured memories and self-discovery, she reveals the vulnerability of taking a journey we all must take when a loved one passes.

Eat like a Local - Pittsburgh by author Kristin Mitchell-Wenger offers the inside scoop on the delicious dishes in and around Pittsburgh. Known for its arts and culture, sports, and now tech scene, the city has deep culinary roots, and visitors from around the world have taken notice. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate.

Katarina teaches Evelyn that everyone is born with unique talents. Our talents are like gifts we unwrap and use to help ourselves and others and we all need a little help figuring out our special gifts. Katarina takes Evelyn on a journey of self-discovery, presenting her with beautifully wrapped packages from which each talent magically emerges in a burst of fairy dust. Children will be delighted as they join Evelyn to discover their own unique gifts and work with a parent, teacher, or caregiver to build their TalentStory™ to increase their confidence through self-awareness.

Hurra, Spensa, das Schmutzfingergespenst, macht die Gespensterprüfung und erlebt dabei ziemlich viel. Mit großem Einfallsreichtum sorgt sie für Überraschungen und findet immer eine Lösung. Am Ende hat Spensa auch etwas Wichtiges dazugelernt - warum sie schwarze Hände hat und wie man Freunde findet. Mit ihr wird es nie langweilig. Schaurig schönes Vorlesevergnügen für Kinder ab fünf Jahren.