When Tasha Doesn't Speak


Book Description

When Tasha Doesn't Speak is a Social Emotional book for early childhood youth that focuses on Tasha a young girl who goes through her day experiencing numerous emotions without a clear understanding of how to express them until eventually she becomes too overwhelmed and the emotions spill out.




Self-Awareness (HBR Emotional Intelligence Series)


Book Description

Self-awareness is the bedrock of emotional intelligence that enables you to see your talents, shortcomings, and potential. But you won't be able to achieve true self-awareness with the usual quarterly feedback and self-reflection alone. This book will teach you how to understand your thoughts and emotions, how to persuade your colleagues to share what they really think of you, and why self-awareness will spark more productive and rewarding relationships with your employees and bosses. This volume includes the work of: Daniel Goleman Robert Steven Kaplan Susan David HOW TO BE HUMAN AT WORK. The HBR Emotional Intelligence Series features smart, essential reading on the human side of professional life from the pages of Harvard Business Review. Each book in the series offers proven research showing how our emotions impact our work lives, practical advice for managing difficult people and situations, and inspiring essays on what it means to tend to our emotional well-being at work. Uplifting and practical, these books describe the social skills that are critical for ambitious professionals to master.




Tasha's Voice


Book Description

In this companion to the ground-breaking Where's Rodney?, a Black girl finds connection on a day out in nature. Tasha is a girl who has trouble finding her voice to speak in school or to even make a friend. Then her class visits a park, the best park ever. With the help of an encouraging park ranger, an understanding teacher, some new companions, and a tiny turtle, Tasha finds her voice amidst the wildflowers. This story takes place on the same class trip featured in Carmen Bogan's and Floyd Cooper's Where’s Rodney?, once more showing the power of nature to transform a child. Beloved illustrator Floyd Cooper began the illustrations for this book; his mentee Daria Peoples finished them. In the back of the book, readers will learn how the book was completed following Cooper's passing in 2021 and will find two of his original sketches.




The Substitute (Replica #13)


Book Description

Amy never knew whom Mr. Devon worked for--the organization that's after her, or some other secret government agency. All she knew was that he seemed to be her ally. He always appeared just when she needed help or vital information. But ever since Mr. Devon's death, Amy has relied on her own smarts to survive. And she'll need them more than ever now that a new substitute teacher at school has it in for her. Ms. Heartshorn has a reputation for being demanding. She doesn't tolerate fools or careless work. And her feedback can be . . . well, a little harsh. Amy hates her. But when she learns why Ms. Heartshorn is really at school, Amy totally flips out.




A Man's State of Mind


Book Description

Darryl's unsuccessful attempt at being in a monogamous relationship is faced with a painful "reality check" when he finally discovers that the world does not revolve around him. Challenging readers to think about the consequences of being less than honest in relationships, the author delivers a powerful message through the use of humor, real life situations, and intelligent dialogue.




So it's Saiid


Book Description

Good urban read. A story of survival and love in urban life.




The Story of Stan and Tasha


Book Description

This is the story of Stan and Tasha, two strangers who, through unforeseen events, meet one day by chance. They forge a firm friendship that spans the coming times, bringing them hope, encouragement and long lost happiness. Will they find deep love too?




The Winemaker's Dinner: Appetizers


Book Description

Recently named executive chef at one of Miami Beach's hottest restaurants, Jaden Thorne is determined to make her culinary mark and fulfill her professional dreams. When Jaden is given highly coveted tickets to the ultra-exclusive Winemaker's Dinner, she jumps at the opportunity to meet South Florida's wealthiest and most influential food and wine enthusiasts. Jaden's eyes are drawn to the VIP section even before the appetizers appear, but she soon finds herself thinking less about networking and more about the intriguingly sexy stranger eying her from across the room. After dinner, what begins as a lighthearted flirtation unexpectedly catapults into a night of explosive passion. But when morning dawns, Jaden leaves her sleeping Mr. Oh So Sexy behind, sure they'll never see each other again. Dr. Ivan Rusilko, a handsome, young physician, boasts an extensive resume' and a well-established position on Miami Beach's social scene. But despite his success and glamor, he's routinely had to suffer uninspiring dates and doomed relationships. With a romantic heart, Ivan's not the "love-'em-and-leave-'em" type. But when he awakens to find that the girl in the red dress has done exactly that, he resolves to find her--only if it's just to ask why she left without even a kiss goodbye. The Winemaker's Dinner is a fictionalized erotic memoir inspired by the romantic triumphs and tragedies of Dr. Ivan Rusilko's real life. Weaving fact with fantasy, authors Everly Drummond and Dr. Ivan Rusilko have gifted readers with a swoon-worthy, flesh-and-blood romantic hero and the intoxicating bouquet only a heartfelt tale of passionate love can create.




Flirting with the Bad Boy


Book Description

Lanie plays by the rules. Working at the family business has her constantly under the watchful eyes of her three older brothers. If she breaks any rules, they’ll know about it. And if she dates someone they don’t approve of? Well, they won’t allow it. Now that she’s out of college, Lanie is tired of being treated like a kid. She decides to find a broody, bad influence and bring him home to the family. You know… just to annoy her brothers. She doesn’t expect to fall in love. Kris has been on more first dates than he cares to think about. Finding a date is easy, but wanting to go on a second one? Impossible. He just doesn’t feel anything with the women who flirt with him. He wants something real. Something worth fighting for. But when the cute girl who works at his supplier asks him on a fake date, he agrees to go along with it. Because after all, it’s not like he’d want a second date. Right? This sweet romance novel is the third in the Roca Springs series, a collection of heart-warming, page-turning full-length romances that all feature a strong love story and a happy ending. These books can be read in any order.




Perfect Girls (Replica #4)


Book Description

Amy Candler is trying to keep her special talents a secret, but when that means missing out on the trip of a lifetime, even Amy can't resist. Amy can't believe she is in New York, exploring the city and staying in a plush hotel, but before she knows it, Amy is headed straight for danger.