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"An award-winning, "unforgettable" novel for fans of Ibi Zoboi and Erika L. Sánchez (SLJ, starred review) about two sisters when the line between family and foe is blurred. Sisters Cheta and Zam couldn't be more different. Cheta, sharp-tongued and stubborn, never shies away from conflict-either at school or at home, where her mother fires abuse at her. Timid Zam escapes most of her mother's anger, skating under the radar and avoiding her sister whenever possible. In a lucky turn, Zam is invited to live in her aunt's luxurious home. Jealous, Cheta also leaves home, but to a hard existence that will drive her to terrible decisions. When the sisters are reunited, Zam alone sees just how far Cheta has fallen-and Cheta's fate is in Zam's hands. Kirkus Prize Finalist * Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year * An SLJ Best Book of the Year * A Children's Africana Book Award Honor Winner * A Rise: A Feminist Book Project honoree * A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year * Nautilus Silver Award Winner * Amazon August Editors' pick"

Rimma Onoseta (Author), Nneka Okoye, Weruche Opia (Narrator)

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Dead Flip

"In this "terrifyingly fun" (NYT) horror comedy, two friends must solve the mystery of their long-missing former friend's supernatural reappearance-perfect for fans of Stranger Things. Growing up, Cori, Maz, and Sam were inseparable best friends, sharing their love for pop culture, Halloween, and arcade games. Now it's 1992, Sam has been missing for five years, and Cori and Maz aren't speaking anymore. How could they be, when Cori is sure Sam is dead, and Maz has good reason to believe he was kidnapped by a supernatural pinball machine? These days, all Maz wants to do is party and run away from his past. Meanwhile, Cori hides her abiding love of horror movies and her queer self under the bubblegum veneer of a high school queen bee. But then Sam returns-still twelve years old, while his best friends are now seventeen. What really happened the night he disappeared? And just because he's back, does that mean he's safe? To find answers, Cori, Maz, and Sam will need to reveal secrets they never told one another, then and now. And Sam's is the darkest of all . . . Award-winning author Sara Farizan delivers edge-of-your-seat terror, with her insightful characters, witty narration, and trademark referential humor. * "Well-crafted homage to narratives like It and Stranger Things . . . A great choice for stalwart horror fans and newcomers to the genre." -Booklist, starred review "

Sara Farizan (Author), Michael Crouch, Reena Dutt, Wali Habib (Narrator)

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The Gender Quest Workbook: A Guide for Teens and Young Adults Exploring Gender Identity

"If you are a transgender and gender-nonconforming (TGNC) teen, you may experience unique challenges with identity and interpersonal relationships. In addition to experiencing common teen challenges such as body changes and peer pressure, you may be wondering how to express your unique identity to others. The Gender Quest Workbook incorporates skills, exercises, and activities from evidence-based therapies—such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)—to help you address the broad range of struggles you may encounter related to gender identity, such as anxiety, isolation, fear, and even depression. Despite outdated beliefs, gender no longer implies being simply male or female, but rather a whole spectrum of possibilities. This fun, engaging workbook is designed specifically for teens like you who want to explore the concept of gender and gender identity and expression—whether you already identify as TGNC or are simply questioning your gender identity. The activities in this book will help you explore your identity internally, interpersonally, and culturally. You'll learn how to effectively express yourself and make informed decisions on how to navigate your gender with family, friends, classmates, and coworkers. The book also includes chapters on sex and dating, balancing multiple identities, and how to deal with stressful challenges."

Deborah Coolhart PhD, Jayme Peta MA, Rylan Jay Testa PhD (Author), Sarah Beth Pfeifer (Narrator)

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Carter House Girls Audio Collection, Books 1-6: 6 Books in 1

"Personalities clash and friendships shift between six very different girls in this audio collection of the first five books in Melody Carlson's Carter House Girls series. YA readers will enjoy the juicy storylines, new romances, and hidden secrets of each girl, as well as the changes each experiences as they spend time together in a boarding house, where they get to know more about themselves and explore their faith. Perfect for fans of high school drama shows, fashion, and relatable stories with a touch of glamour, this first audio collection of books in the Carter House Girls teen series is now available in one audio download! Carter House Girls Audio Collection features: - stories that speak to issues teens are facing today - diverse characters and backgrounds - interesting plotlines that also gently examine what it means to be a Christian and live out your faith In addition, this audio download is: - ideal for birthdays, Christmas, or any gift-giving occasion - wonderful for summer reading, travel, or listening around the house - great for YA fans 13 and up Carter House Girls Audio Collection includes: - Mixed Bags: DJ isn't sure what to make of her grandmother's "finishing school" scheme, especially when five very different girls move into the house. As the summer goes on and cliques begin to form, especially among the richer housemates, it becomes clear manners and deportment aren't the biggest lessons the group will face. - Stealing Bradford: As the school year starts, several of the girls begin dating, but when Taylor decides to go after Rhiannon's new boyfriend, the entire house finds itself caught in relationship drama. And DJ is left wondering if there is any chance for her and her crush after his confusing behavior at a party. - Homecoming Queen: The Homecoming Dance is approaching, and Taylor and Eliza are determined to be crowned queen. When DJ also finds herself on the ballot as a write-in vote, friendships are stretched and people's true colors begin to shine. - Viva Vermont!: After their first big fashion show organized by her fashion icon grandmother, DJ and the Carter House girls head to Vermont for a quick vacation. But instead of a restful weekend at the slopes, some of the girls have plans to turn the chalet into a party house. - Lost in Las Vegas: Taylor is visiting her mom in Las Vegas, and DJ agrees to come for a few days. But when she arrives, DJ soon realizes Taylor has been spending her days getting into as much trouble as she can find. And what happens in Vegas is only getting crazier as Eliza soon joins them and adds fuel to Taylor's fire. - New York Debut: Mrs. Carter is determined to get the girls ready for Spring Fashion Week in NYC, which turns a few girls into model divas battling for top billing at the show. And a few girls have some personal issues that threaten to derail the experience altogether. Look for the rest of the series-Spring Breakdown and Last Dance-as individual audio downloads!"

Melody Carlson (Author), Tavia Gilbert (Narrator)

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The Undead Truth of Us

"Death was everywhere. They all stared at me, bumping into one another and slowly coming forward. Sixteen-year-old Zharie Young is absolutely certain her mother morphed into a zombie before her untimely death, but she can't seem to figure out why. Why her mother died, why her aunt doesn't want her around, why all her dreams seem suddenly, hopelessly out of reach. And why, ever since that day, she's been seeing zombies everywhere. Then Bo moves into her apartment building—tall, skateboard in hand, freckles like stars, and an undeniable charm. Z wants nothing to do with him, but when he transforms into a half zombie right before her eyes, something feels different. He contradicts everything she thought she knew about monsters, and she can't help but wonder if getting to know him might unlock the answers to her mother's death. As Zharie sifts through what's real and what's magic, she discovers a new truth about the world: Love can literally change you—for good or for dead. In this surrealist journey of grief, fear, and hope, Britney S. Lewis's debut novel explores love, zombies, and everything in between in an intoxicating amalgam of the real and the fantastic."

Britney S. Lewis (Author), Mela Lee (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - Cuarta tradición de Alcohólicos Anónimos: Los 12 pasos de Alcohólicos Anónimos

"Muchos creen que las Tradiciones se aplican sólo al grupo. A estas personas estamos ansiosos por recordarles que el grupo está compuesto por individuos. Como miembros individuales de un grupo, nuestras acciones reflejan la salud de nuestro grupo familiar por nuestra adhesión o falta de adhesión a estos principios. Nuestra historia indica que no pudimos encontrar recuperación en grupos que no tenían en cuenta estos principios. Incluso tuvimos dificultades en grupos que interpretaron demasiado libremente estas Tradiciones. Cada uno de nosotros comenzamos practicando estas Tradiciones en los asuntos de nuestro grupo de origen. A medida que crecimos en recuperación, comenzamos a ver los beneficios de aplicar estos principios a nuestra vida personal y profesional. Seguimos viendo matices a su redacción que arrojan nuevas perspectivas sobre nuestra vida diaria. Hemos encontrado nuestras vidas personales y profesionales mucho menos tumultuosas y caóticas a medida que mejoramos nuestra capacidad para ejecutar sus instrucciones."

Oslos Molina (Author), Oslos Molina (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - Séptima tradición de Alcohólicos Anónimos: Las 12 tradiciones de Alcohólicos Anónimos

Oslos Molina (Author), Oslos Molina (Narrator)

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Seeds of Glory and Ruin

"Two sisters. Two seeds of power. One Mage's Guild, and an unprecedented new power—but which sister does it belong to? Cadence and her sister possess the seeds of glory and ruin—or so their father always insisted. Cadence never understood what he meant until Airlie’s seed of power is activated, turning her into the most powerful mage in generations. Despite knowing it must mean her own dormant seed is much more malevolent, Cadence is swept away to the distant Mage’s Guild in her sister’s wake. She’s used to living in Airlie’s shadow, but she can’t see a place for herself in this new world. Nor can she believe in the apparent interest of the charming Zeke. No one has ever chosen her over her beautiful sister. But leaving her new home isn’t an option. Plagued by questions from her isolated childhood, Cadence needs answers, and the Guild might hold them. But as the revelations grow, Cadence must find a way to conceal the truth from her new companions before the sisters’ secrets turn everyone against them. And as word of Airlie’s power spreads, new danger emerges. Across the kingdom’s border, a threat is growing among the ruins of their former neighbor—enemies who will do anything to get their hands on the sisters and the seeds they contain. No longer able to shelter behind Airlie, Cadence must make a choice. Will she embrace her power—whatever it might be—or pursue a different path?"

Melanie Cellier (Author), Kira Fixx (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - Las 100 frases de Bill W.

"William Griffith Wilson (Dorset, Vermont; 26 de noviembre de 1895 – Miami, Florida; 24 de enero de 1971), también conocido como Bill Wilson o Bill W., fue el fundador de la asociación Alcohólicos Anónimos junto con el Dr. Robert Smith (el Doctor Bob), una comunidad de personas que, en grupos de autoayuda, se recuperan de su problema común: el alcoholismo.1 Bill alcanzó la sobriedad el 11 de diciembre de 1934 y la mantuvo durante más de 36 años. Sin embargo, este éxito no fue ajeno a dificultades o episodios de conducta compulsiva o depresión. En sus últimos años experimentó con otras posibles curas para el alcoholismo: el LSD, la niacina o vitamina B3 y la parapsicología para inducir un cambio espiritual.234 Bill murió de enfisema complicado por neumonía en 1971. Su mujer, Lois Wilson (Lois W.), fue la fundadora de Al-Anon, un grupo dedicado al auxilio de los amigos y familiares de alcohólicos. En 1999 Time Magazine incluyó a Bill entre los veinte primeros de la lista 'Time 100: Héroes e iconos que ejemplifican coraje, autodominio, exuberancia, habilidad sobrehumana y gracia maravillosa' en el siglo XX."

Oslos Molina (Author), Oslos Molina (Narrator)

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