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A sabedoria estoica presente nos diálogos de Sêneca possuem tanta relevância atualmente quanto tiveram há séculos. Em Sobre a Tranquilidade da Alma, o filósofo traz a necessidade do aperfeiçoamento moral por meio de um estado ideal de serenidade. Já em Sobre a Vida Feliz, dedicado ao seu irmão mais velho, Gálio, oferece uma perspectiva profunda sobre o que é felicidade e como buscá-la.

A fazenda Green Gables, dos Cuthbert, e todo o povoado de Avonlea nunca mais serão os mesmos após a chegada de uma esbelta garotinha de longas tranças vermelhas, temperamento selvagem e imaginação superabundante. Anne Shirley, com seu jeito atrapalhado, divertido e sonhador, vai surpreender, encantar e transformar o mundo à sua volta de maneira fascinante e definitiva. Este clássico infantojuvenil canadense que encantou gerações chega às mãos do leitor em uma nova e completa tradução.

O quarto livro desta série traz novas aventuras de Anne Shirley, agora com 22 anos, que aceita o emprego de diretora em uma escola de ensino médio em Summerside. Enquanto tenta se adaptar à vida na nova cidade e lidar com as personalidades peculiares de seus moradores, a ruiva de espírito aventureiro conta suas cativantes experiências por meio de cartas endereçadas ao seu amado Gilbert Blythe, que está estudando medicina em outra cidade. Emocionantes histórias vão encantar os leitores em mais esta narrativa cativante de Montgomery

Sêneca usou toda a liberdade do diálogo para explorar seus princípios estoicos. Este volume reúne três de seus escritos de valor imensurável: Da Providência é um pequeno ensaio escrito durante os últimos anos da vida do filósofo, no qual Sêneca coloca um ponto de vista singular a respeito das adversidades e da capacidade do homem (o sábio) em exercer suas virtudes. Sobre a Clemência trata da sabedoria do governante em exercer o seu poder com moderação, enquanto Sobre o Ócio aborda o uso racional do tempo.

What a bad day! Jake has a terrible day at school.I try to open my milk. SPLASH!After lunch, I struggle with the computer mouse.SWERVE! SWIVEL! SHAKE!The afternoon with Gramma doesn't start out much better.Playing video games helps me relax. I try to hold the controller still...SHAKE! JUGGLE! JIGGLE! JUMP!I drop the controller and punch the pillow beside me.But Gramma has other plans.Gramma hugs me. "Let's make cookies!""Turn up the music, Jake. I love this song!"I giggle as Gramma limps into a jig.SHAKE! SASHAY! SHIMMY!Sometimes his Essential Tremor overwhelms Jake. An afternoon with Gramma in "Shaky Quaky Jake" gives him a chance to regroup. The compassionate relationship between Jake and Gramma is heartwarming, and children learn a lot about how struggling with a disability can still lead to a better day... tomorrow.TIMELESS TOPIC: Classic with the wisdom of a grandparent but with a fresh look at a little-known disability, this book touches on truly universal topics. Kindness, acceptance, inclusion, and imagination are front and center as the main character struggles to find his place in his classroom and, ultimately, life.READ ALOUD: This picture book is perfect for read-aloud occasions, bedtime, or any moment a kid needs cheering up and being reminded that with perseverance and imagination, you can solve any problem, and thinking outside the box can be the answer if you are not afraid to step into the unknown and just do it!SELF-RELIANCE: This book also emphasizes the value of remaining positive in facing life's various difficulties. You can be upset and still be a regular person; you can have a bad day with all the entailing emotions.REASSURANCE: Perfect for kids who are nervous about their struggles with a disability and any child who has less-than-ideal moments in life. The best we can do is keep trying!EDUCATIONAL INFO INCLUDED: The author's note tells a little about Essential Tremor. The back of the book includes a bonus list of how to RESPECT others.Perfect for:A read-aloud option for parents, teachers, and librarians looking at books about overcoming adversity and persistence in everyday life.Reassuring book for kids who experience anxiety or struggle to get through bad days.Fans of books that celebrate big feelings and triumphs in everyday life.

"That stuff is imposed upon you by a world that's not ready for the beauty of who you really are."Living on a conservative colony world, Sienna Tascioni is no stranger to pushing boundaries. Constrained by what's expected of her as a proper young lady, she still reads books from classes she's not allowed to take, secretly races speeder bikes, and even dresses up as her twin brother in order to gain a small taste of independence. But when her parents allow a loutish Ambassador's son to begin courting her, she feels the trap of an arranged marriage beginning to close its jaws around her.At the same time, a diplomatic mission from the faraway planet of Satori arrives with promises of mutual cooperation and advanced technology. Ereni and Burke Lhasa, two young people attached to the mission, show Sienna a glimpse of freedom she never dreamed possible. Before she knows it, she's drawn into a web of intrigue, spying on her Senator father for information that will hopefully disrupt her upcoming engagement while drawing ever closer to the mysterious Burke.But as she becomes more deeply embroiled in the politics of her country, the stakes become higher-and more personal-than she could have ever imagined, forcing her to decide where her true loyalties lie.Author Amy Sundberg brings you the first book in the Satori Chronicles, a captivating drama in which an intrepid teenage heroine struggles against the dystopian patriarchy of her world.

A body in an alley leads a detective into a world where pain is revenue and death is profit, especially a cop's. Everyone goes for jugular in The Blood Room.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Laurens returns to the quintessential question of what family means to a Cynster in this tale of the last unmarried member of the Cynster Next Generation and the final mission that opens his eyes. Toby Cynster is not amused when informed that his new mission is to be his last in the shadowy service of Drake, Marquess of Winchelsea. Courtesy of Toby being the last unmarried Cynster of his generation and the consequent martial obsession of his female relatives, he will be given no more excuses to avoid society and, instead, expected to devote himself to finding a suitable bride. But Toby sees no point in marrying-thanks to his siblings, he has plenty of nephews and nieces with whom to play favorite uncle, and he has no thoughts of establishing a family of his own.But then the mission takes an unexpected turn, leaving Toby to escort the irritatingly fascinating Diana Locke plus the three young children of a dying Englishman from Vienna to England.Diana is no more enthused about their journey than Toby, but needs must, and forever practical, she bows to events and makes the best of things for her godchildren's sakes. She's determined to see them to safety in England and does her best to ignore her nonsensical and annoying awareness of Toby.But then their journey becomes a flight from deadly pursuit, and their most effective disguise is to pass themselves off as a family-the sort of family Toby had been certain he would never want. Through a succession of fraught adventures, Toby, Diana, and the children lean on each other and grow and mature while furthering their ultimate aim of reaching England safely, and along the way, Toby and Diana both learn what having a family actually means to them, individually and together, and each discovers the until-then-missing foundation stone of their future lives.A classic historical adventure romance that sprawls across Europe to end in the leafy depths of the English countryside. A Cynster Next Generation novel. A full-length historical romance of 108,000 words.

The Wall of Hope is a captivating, cross-cultural journey to discovering family, love, and purpose in a world of chaos and war. Hope Lê Ketchum-James has struggled to find her place in the world. The daughter of an American soldier and a Vietnamese mother, Hope grew up in Boston as the indulged stepdaughter of a world-famous American singer. After graduating from Harvard Law, Hope's memories of her early traumatizing years in an orphanage and dramatic wartime rescue begin to haunt her when she joins her father's Uplift Children's Foundation as an adoption attorney. Enter Dominique Bellamy Bonchance. Uplifts new French Overseas Operations Manager draws Hope out of her shell. As their romance grows, so does the dangerous and violent nature of Dominique's overseas work. Hope's passion to save children as she'd been saved, and her painful past cause a conflict as Hope and Dominique navigate their budding relationship. Hope finds solace in her art, painting smiling faces of rescued children from war zones. While pursuing a case in San Francisco, she stumbles upon her birth mother's family and begins to uncover who she is and what she's meant to be. Will Hope and Dominique be torn apart by the very thing that brought them together? Can Hope build a bridge to peace and love through her creativity amidst the chaos in her world?

Once upon a time, there was a circus.A Psychic Circus, to be precise. A glorious haven for the misfits of the universe.But then, as is so often the way, it was hijacked by a trio of malevolent Gods.Things grew unpleasant.Now, years later, the Gods are gone, but the scars of those who survived the Circus remain.After all, you can't change the past.Unless you're the Children of the Circus... and you're willing to sing. Children of the Circus is a brand-new story based on the final serial of the 25th series of Doctor Who: The Greatest Show in the Galaxy (written by Stephen Wyatt).The original serial was first broadcast on the BBC between the 14th of December 1988 and the 4th of January 1989 and featured Sylvester McCoy as Doctor Who, alongside Sophie Aldred as his companion, Ace. With fans often citing the story as one of their favourites, viewers were introduced to such memorable characters as Bellboy (Christopher Guard), Flowerchild (Dee Sadler), Deadbeat (Chris Jury) and the Ringmaster (Ricco Ross).This book is an adaptation of the 2023 audio play Children of the Circus, written by Kenton Hall and based on an idea by Barnaby Eaton-Jones, with kind permission of Stephen Wyatt. Remaining true to the canon of the Whoniverse, this fantastic story puts Bellboy right back in the heart of the action - and he is still haunted by the fate of his star-crossed lover, Flowerchild. But is she really gone forever? And how did he escape his own deathly fate?

"Sarah Jane Huntingdon is an incredibly powerful storyteller."-Sarah Budd, author of Spells and Persuasions In this shocking collection, Sarah Jane Huntington masterfully crafts thirteen tales of horror centered on women who are anything but ordinary. A gifted outcast uses astral projection to exact spectral vengeance on bullies at her elite boarding school. A young girl exacts revenge with guidance from her talking doll. A daughter makes a last stand against the ghost of her cruel and domineering father. Two teenage best friends in the 1980s explore a mysterious tunnel and end up in a horrific alternate-reality version of their town. In these and other tales, Iron Maidens testifies to the strength and terror of womanhood, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of horror aficionados. Praise for Iron Maidens:"A tremendous talent."-Coy Hall, author of A Grimoire of the Four Imposters"Sarah Jane Huntington is an author you need to read if you aren't!"-Damien Casey, author of Red Ice"You need to read it all yourself and see what a budding dark talent really looks like."-James Reyome, author of Feed"Sarah Jane Huntingdon has proven herself with this collection and I look forward to reading more from her."-Stephanie Ellis, author of Bottled"I was instantly pulled into the beautiful and twisted mind of Sarah's strong characters. I just loved it."-Cristina Mîrzoi, author of The Headsman

Whoever said, Don't talk to strangers?Burne hid behind a tree. He wanted to talk to the handsome man picking flowers at the edge of the forest, but he'd only flub it if he tried-he'd stumble over his words and blush bright red. And now the man is gone.He tries to continue on to the village, but the same thing happens as always: his hands start shaking and panic wells up inside him. What if he runs into the bullies who tormented him in the King's Guard last spring? Ever since he deserted, he has hidden out in the forest.So he turns back toward home. Next time, he promises himself as he retreats into the trees. Next time he'll be brave enough to enter the village. Next time he'll talk to the handsome stranger instead of hiding. But next time will be sooner than he thinks.Because the stranger is Gray, a fairy and a master of illusions, who's now following Burne home. And Gray's got more on his mind than talking. Would a fairy that beautiful ever want someone like him? Stranger things have happened.The Woodland Stranger is a cozy fantasy romance with lighthearted adventure and fun magic-a forest road trip with a charming fairy along for the ride. Each book in the Sylvania series can be read on its own but might contain spoilers for previous books. The Woodland Stranger contains love scenes and depictions of anxiety.

In November 2039, marine scientist Wend Taylor heaves themself aboard a zero-emissions boat skippered by elusive nature photographer Viola Yang. Guided by instinct, ocean dreams, and a shared birthday in 1972, they barter stories for passage across the Pacific. Aljon, Viola's younger cousin, keeps a watchful eye and an innovative galley. Story by story, the trio rethink secrets, flying dreams, and how they experience their own minds.When they reach Hawai¿i and prepare to part ways, opportunity and mystery pull them closer together. Both scientific and personal discoveries take shape as they join with ex-lovers, lost friends, and found family. Wend must navigate an ever-shifting future, complicated by bioengineered microbes and a plot to silence scientists, entangled with inexplicable dreams and a calling to Be the Sea.

Silas is a wizard, a master of the eight disciplines, with a brain filled with esoteric knowledge and over half a century of adventuring under his belt. Bundersnoot is his cat, perpetually hungry even though he's just been fed. Together, they run a quaint shop in the city, where the good folk of Elade-voc come searching for magical solutions to life's little hiccups. But every now and then, somebody comes to them with a serious problem, one only a semi-retired wizard-and his feline familiar-can solve. If your sister has been bitten by a werewolf or your baby's been stolen by the Fae, Silas and Bundersnoot may be your only hope.A cozy novella about a wizard and his cat as they tackle the magical intrigues that find their way to their doorstep. Days will be saved, villains will be foiled, and perhaps, most shockingly of all, Bundersnoot will miss a meal. But that's just a potential danger of the job.

The line between triumph and tragedy is as fragile as a twist of faete. Ryanne's quest to unearth the elusive spark of creation within Titus that holds the fae's salvation isn't going exactly as planned. After all Ryanne wasn't supposed to fall for the pirate. Her fae mentors warned her she could lose her humanity if she gets too close to the bradaís, eternal foes of the fae. But how do they expect her to complete her mission without getting too involved? It would be so much easier if Titus didn't make her feel safe . . . and excited. Titus seeks solace in Ryanne's arms, the one person who can soothe his darkness within. Haunted by his past, he is determined to remain hidden, away from the relentless fae and the ruthless bradaís alike. Confronting either could spell disaster for the fragile peace he's found with Ryanne. Ryanne finds herself ensnared in a deadly game of fae and bradaís. The conflict threatens to crush her spirit and twist her fate with a darkness that is beyond anything she's encountered before. Can she conquer her fears and stand against the most powerful of the bradaís while still protecting her beloved fae? After all, she is no longer caílin-a child to the fae. Yet, it seems she may no longer be entirely human either.

What happens when Lizzy swallows a chameleon lizard named Lazarus? Brace yourselves for a hilarious journey in this Christian kids picture book that's designed to "Make Me Laugh!" Kids will be captivated as they follow Lizzy's escapades with her unexpected gizzard guest.This picture book is not just about lizards - it's about choices and consequences, truth-telling, and creative thinking. It even adds a whimsical twist to picture books about doctors with doctors fussing and bickering over the unusual case.But that's not all. In this unique Christian kids picture book, young readers will discover the importance of enduring unjust situations, the power of a sincere prayer, and the value of working together in life's challenges.Will Lazarus survive in the green, smelly gizzard, or will he meet a muddy end? Join Lizzy and Lazarus in a laughter-filled, faith-inspired adventure. This book about lizards, choices, and doctors is a delightful combination of humor, life lessons, and a touch of faith, perfect for both kids and parents to enjoy together.

Driftwood Press' latest anthology is filled to the brim with this year's fiction & poetry award winners-and so much more! The 2024 Anthology contains over 100 pages of fiction, over 80 pages of poetry, and over 50 pages of comics and visual arts. But that's not all: in keeping with Driftwood's focus on writers & craft, this anthology is also filled with dozens of thoughtful, craft-focused interviews that take a dive deep into these amazing pieces of writing and art. Driftwood's heavy focus on editorial excellence has helped cultivate, nurture, and curate some of the strongest stories being published in the small press ecosystem. Many stories published within Driftwood have gone on to be republished in award-winning collections & anthologies, such as the PEN/Dau Short Story Prize Anthology & Best Small Fictions.

At Adraredon Academy, fervent passion, contemporary companionship, and forbidden desires intertwine with tall gothic spires, ancient halls, and centuries of history. Veaer Rosell can't imagine a better place to satiate her craving for beauty, knowledge, and art.Yet senior year shatters her illusion of tranquillity and civil intellect when she witnesses the headmaster's daughter murder another student and is confronted by an unthinkable choice: avenging her fallen peer or taking this secret to the grave, one way or another.But fate laughs at Veaer's expense when the headmaster's daughter requests her aid. Driven by an all-consuming thirst for answers, Veaer becomes an untimely partner in solving a murder they both know the answer to, unaware of the intricacies that come with learning the bigger picture and playing with death.Chrysalis & Requiem is a haunting thriller of tragic obsession and relentless grief, weaving two young, queer women in a spiral of clandestine violence and illicit love.

Burned Out and Bled Dry is a murder mystery that follows Tyler, a stressed out, workaholic young associate at a large law firm whose career goals come into jeopardy when she discovers her boss Kevin's corpse in the trunk of her car and becomes involved in the subsequent murder investigation. After discovering Kevin's body, Tyler worries that reporting her discovery and fielding police questions would take too much time away from her work, not to mention that being involved in her boss' murder investigation would unquestionably damage her reputation at the firm. While trying to convince herself to do the right thing and report the body to the police, Tyler overdrinks and decides to delay her call until she sobers up. The next morning she discovers there is nothing to report: the body is gone. In short order, Kevin's body turns up in the firm's garage and Tyler's omission is uncovered by the police. Shamed by her selfish knee-jerk reaction to prioritize work over reporting a murder, Tyler begins to investigate Kevin's murder. While investigating, she contends with Kevin's hostile replacement, the pressure to perform at a high level and avoid being ejected from the nose hair wax defense team, and her growing suspicion that the murderer is one of her coworkers. Will Tyler solve Kevin's murder before being killed-or worse, fired?

Join Gerald the Gentle Giant on his mission to spread kindness!"Gerald the Gentle Giant" is a children's Yoga lesson in a book. With a Yoga exercise to practise on each page, "Gerald the Gentle Giant" is a fun, interactive story for children to enjoy either with a grown-up or independently if they're starting to read. It encourages mindful movement and breathing, with the underpinning message of "Ahimsa' or non-harming, incorporating some Yogic philosophy to the story. Enjoy the adventure!

"Shades of Blue" is a captivating coming-of-age novel that follows the journey of Alex, a 14-year-old non-binary individual with vivid blue hair. Born assigned female at birth, Alex grapples with their identity while navigating the complexities of love, mental health, and family dynamics.Throughout the 49 chapters, readers delve into a poignant exploration of Alex's life. Alex forms a deep connection with Eliza, a 15-year-old girl who is tall, blonde, and understanding. Their romance blossoms amidst a backdrop of self-discovery, acceptance, and societal challenges. Yet, Alex's battle with depression casts a shadow on their relationship, straining their bond and introducing moments of despair.Complicating matters further, Alex faces an unaccepting parent who refuses to embrace their identity. The strain from this relationship culminates in Alex being kicked out of their home, leaving them vulnerable and seeking solace elsewhere. The emotional rollercoaster that ensues tests Alex's resilience and determination to forge their own path."Shades of Blue" is a moving narrative that deftly explores themes of identity, love, mental health, and resilience. It illuminates the struggles faced by those who challenge societal norms and provides readers with a thought-provoking journey into the complexities of adolescence.

Left behind on an empty island with her adopted son and sister, Ariadne tried to make a new life in the following of the God of Wine.Tried being the operative word.Her sister is apalled by the lovestruck priest of Dionysus wooing her, straining their offered hospitality.Fine. Ariadne had smoothed feathers in her sister's wake since their childhood, though she was tired of it. It wasn't even a hardship to talk to the cute priest prone to kind gestures.Ariadne's past as Mistress of the Labyrinth refuses to stay behind her.Fine. Ariadne was accostomed to violence, keeping the man eating Minotaur corralled since her enslaved childhood.But nothing could prepare her for her son's past coming for him.

I am searching for something. And I have found it. And if you can believe, it is through star signs. I have found the meaning of life. It is to love others and to be yourself. Thank you, I hope you enjoy, Zac.(Please leave a review where you buy it and I will get back to you, thank you, Zac)

Nature Nocturnes: Piano - Beginner to Intermediate 16 Expressive Solos for Beginner to Intermediate Pianists. Composed by Alanya Bridge. 40 pages. ¿ISBN 978-0-646-88671-8. English. Nature Nocturnes is a selection of expressive piano solos for the beginner to intermediate pianist. Titles: Dusk * When the Wildflowers Grow * Evening Star * Eucalyptus Echoes * Falling Still * Softly Fall the Stars * Reflections in Blue * Night Flight * Eclipse * Sugar Glider's Dance * Constellations * Interlude * Lunar Lullaby * Pastel Reverie * Morning Star * Dawn.