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Paperback. Condition: Good. Jep's Place: Hope, Faith and Other Disasters is the entertaining story of a boy growing up during the Great Depression in a family of 13 children of Polish immigrants in a small farmhouse at the end of a dirt road.

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. True accounts of major disasters in Washington history are retold in this engagingly written collection. From The Seattle fire of 1889, the 1910 train avalanche on Stevens Pass, and the 1915 Ravensdale Coal Mine explosion, the 1955 airliner crash in residential Riverton, to the 1980 Mount St. Helens eruption, Washington has been home to some of the nation's most dramatic moments. Each story reveals not only the circumstances surrounding the disaster and the magnitude of the devastation but also the courage and ingenuity displayed by those who survived and the heroism of those who helped others, often risking their own lives in rescue efforts.…

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Paperback. Condition: Good. Life after baby can seem unnatural, exhausting, and confusing for dads. Suitable for panicked Papas, this title helps new dads to: choose the right car seat; bond with their new baby; feed their newborn; interpret their baby's cries; childproof their house; and, respond to common medical problems.…

Condition: Good. Nature's Record-Breakers is an exciting series filled with astonishing facts about wonders of the natural world and beyond. Full-color illustrations of record-breaking creatures, natural phenomena, and unique technologies are sure to capture the interest of readers of all ages. Accurate, easy-to-read text in a lively, accessible format will also encourage curious young readers to take a closer look at the marvelous details of their world.Take a look at some record-breaking disasters as well as what caused them. …

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. With this engaging book, students will learn about the importance of predicting and estimating in relation to natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and tsunamis. Charts and data are provided so that students can learn how scientists make predictions about upcoming natural disasters and how these predictions can save people's lives. With vibrant photos, math charts and diagrams, grade-appropriate text, and informational text features to help navigate the text, students will learn practical, real-world applications of math skills as they learn how to estimate and build their STEM skills.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Life after baby can seem unnatural, exhausting, and confusing for dads. Suitable for panicked Papas, this title helps new dads to: choose the right car seat; bond with their new baby; feed their newborn; interpret their baby's cries; childproof their house; and, respond to common medical problems. …

Paperback. Condition: Good. True accounts of major disasters in Washington history are retold in this engagingly written collection. From The Seattle fire of 1889, the 1910 train avalanche on Stevens Pass, and the 1915 Ravensdale Coal Mine explosion, the 1955 airliner crash in residential Riverton, to the 1980 Mount St. Helens eruption, Washington has been home to some of the nation's most dramatic moments. Each story reveals not only the circumstances surrounding the disaster and the magnitude of the devastation but also the courage and ingenuity displayed by those who survived and the heroism of those who helped others, often risking their own lives in rescue efforts. …

Paperback. Condition: Good. BROKEN WINGS reveals the tragedy of Alaska civil aviation from early bush pilots to modern jetliners, providing a unique perspective on the technology and human factors involved in aircraft mishaps. Written with expert analysis of aircraft operations, pilot procedures, weather phenomenon and aviation systems, the thirty stories detail major flying disasters in The Last Frontier, including some of the deadliest air crashes in United States history.Nowhere have civil aircraft accidents been as prevalent as in Alaska. The progression of unfortunate events and often unforeseen consequences not only offers a historical perspective on the development of aviation, but is an enduring example of the failure of even the best designed aircraft and the experienced pilots who fly them. …

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. BROKEN WINGS reveals the tragedy of Alaska civil aviation from early bush pilots to modern jetliners, providing a unique perspective on the technology and human factors involved in aircraft mishaps. Written with expert analysis of aircraft operations, pilot procedures, weather phenomenon and aviation systems, the thirty stories detail major flying disasters in The Last Frontier, including some of the deadliest air crashes in United States history.Nowhere have civil aircraft accidents been as prevalent as in Alaska. The progression of unfortunate events and often unforeseen consequences not only offers a historical perspective on the development of aviation, but is an enduring example of the failure of even the best designed aircraft and the experienced pilots who fly them.…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Speculating about the cultural metaphors in Janet Evanovich's wildly popular mystery series (which includes 11 books, from One for the Money to Eleven on Top), this anthology takes a look at lingerie-buyer-turned-bounty-hunter Stephanie Plum and catalogs her bad luck with cars (she's blown up quite a few), her good luck with men, her unorthodox approach to weapon storage, and the rich tapestry of her milieu: Trenton, New Jersey, also known as The Burg. The contributors praise the way the series smartly spoofs that familiar chick-lit epiphany -- I have a bad job and what I really want is a good man! -- in Bounty Hunting as a Metaphor for Dating, Why Stephanie Should Quit Her Job . but Never Will, and Nothing Better than a Bad Boy Gone Good. Several essays veer from the chick-lit perspective and focus instead on the comic theme of luck and chance that ties Stephanie to the barroom gamblers and gangster meanies of her home town in Luck of the Italian?: Skill versus Chance.…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Catastrophes, both natural and man-made, have the power to destroy thousands of lives very quickly. Both as they unfold and in the aftermath, these forces of nature astonish the rest of the world with their incredible devastation and magnitude. In these ten riveting chapters about well-known disasters such as the great Chicago fire, the sinking of the Titanic, and hurricane Katrina, Brenda Guiberson explores the causes and effects as well as the local and global reverberations. Highlighted with photographs and drawings, each compelling account tells the story of destruction and devastation, and most especially, the power of mankind to persevere in the face of adversity. Guiberson, Brenda Z. (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Catastrophes, both natural and man-made, have the power to destroy thousands of lives very quickly. Both as they unfold and in the aftermath, these forces of nature astonish the rest of the world with their incredible devastation and magnitude. In these ten riveting chapters about well-known disasters such as the great Chicago fire, the sinking of the Titanic, and hurricane Katrina, Brenda Guiberson explores the causes and effects as well as the local and global reverberations. Highlighted with photographs and drawings, each compelling account tells the story of destruction and devastation, and most especially, the power of mankind to persevere in the face of adversity. Guiberson, Brenda Z. (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. It s only human to be fascinated by disasters and uplifted by reports of survival in the face of overwhelming circumstances. Karen Ivory takes you back to Pennsylvania s most catastrophic events, vividly re-creating the moments that changed the Keystone State forever. The twenty-two true stories in Pennsylvania Disasters are a chilling reminder to expect the unexpected and to respect the powerful, often deadly forces of nature. Experience the drama of: The Johnstown flood that killed more than 2,000 people The toxic smog that blanketed Donora and left hundreds gravely ill or deadA baseball outing gone wrong the terrible train wreck of the Phillies Special A dangerous underground inferno that has been burning since 1962 Three Mile Island the most serious accident to take place at a U.S. commercial nuclear power plantThe final heart-wrenching minutes of September 11 s Flight 93.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Grounded in the best science available, this essential volume presents practical guidelines for effective clinical intervention in the immediate, intermediate, and long-term aftermath of large-scale traumatic events.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Grounded in the best science available, this essential volume presents practical guidelines for effective clinical intervention in the immediate, intermediate, and long-term aftermath of large-scale traumatic events.

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Paperback. Condition: Good. The first openly nonbinary contestant on America's favorite cooking show falls for their clumsy competitor in this delicious romantic comedy. "Sweet and sexy and wholly delicious." --Rachel Lyn Solomon, author of The Ex Talk Recently divorced and on the verge of bankruptcy, Dahlia Woodson is ready to reinvent herself on the popular reality competition show Chef's Special. Too bad the first memorable move she makes is falling flat on her face, sending fish tacos flying--not quite the fresh start she was hoping for. Still, she's focused on winning, until she meets someone she might want a future with more than she needs the prize money. After announcing their pronouns on national television, London Parker has enough on their mind without worrying about the klutzy competitor stationed in front of them. They're there to prove the trolls--including a fellow contestant and their dad--wrong, and falling in love was never part of the plan. As London and Dahlia get closer, reality starts to fall away. Goodbye, guilt about divorce, anxiety about uncertain futures, and stress from transphobia. Hello, hilarious shenanigans on set, wedding crashing, and spontaneous dips into the Pacific. But as the finale draws near, Dahlia and London's steamy relationship starts to feel the heat both in and outside the kitchen--and they must figure out if they have the right ingredients for a happily ever after. "A delightful celebration of love, food, and the power to changes our lives. Anita Kelly does a lovely job creating characters both unique and relatable and tells a story that leaves the reader glowing with hope." --Karelia Stetz-Waters, author of Satisfaction Guaranteed Booklist's Best Romance Debuts of the Year Women's Health's Best Romance Novels of the Year Bookpage's Best Romance Novels of the Year.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Now a TV series Starring Diane Kruger on Paramount+ "Taut, clever, compelling, and guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat." --Paula Hawkins, #1 New York Times bestselling author From the bestselling author of Anatomy of a Scandal--now a hit Netflix series--a new thought-provoking novel exploring the complexity of motherhood and all that connects and disconnects us. You think you know her.but look a little closer. She is a stay-at-home mother-of-three with boundless reserves of patience, energy, and love. After being friends for a decade, this is how Liz sees Jess. Then one moment changes everything. Dark thoughts and carefully guarded secrets surface--and Liz is left questioning everything she thought she knew about her friend, and about herself. The truth can't come soon enough. With Sarah Vaughan's signature "clever and compelling" (Claire Douglas, author of Last Seen Alive) prose, Little Disasters is a tightly-wound and evocative page-turner that will haunt you long after you finish the last page.…

Paperback. Condition: Fair. Now a TV series Starring Diane Kruger on Paramount+ "Taut, clever, compelling, and guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat." --Paula Hawkins, #1 New York Times bestselling author From the bestselling author of Anatomy of a Scandal--now a hit Netflix series--a new thought-provoking novel exploring the complexity of motherhood and all that connects and disconnects us. You think you know her.but look a little closer. She is a stay-at-home mother-of-three with boundless reserves of patience, energy, and love. After being friends for a decade, this is how Liz sees Jess. Then one moment changes everything. Dark thoughts and carefully guarded secrets surface--and Liz is left questioning everything she thought she knew about her friend, and about herself. The truth can't come soon enough. With Sarah Vaughan's signature "clever and compelling" (Claire Douglas, author of Last Seen Alive) prose, Little Disasters is a tightly-wound and evocative page-turner that will haunt you long after you finish the last page.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Now a TV series Starring Diane Kruger on Paramount+ "Taut, clever, compelling, and guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat." --Paula Hawkins, #1 New York Times bestselling author From the bestselling author of Anatomy of a Scandal--now a hit Netflix series--a new thought-provoking novel exploring the complexity of motherhood and all that connects and disconnects us. You think you know her.but look a little closer. She is a stay-at-home mother-of-three with boundless reserves of patience, energy, and love. After being friends for a decade, this is how Liz sees Jess. Then one moment changes everything. Dark thoughts and carefully guarded secrets surface--and Liz is left questioning everything she thought she knew about her friend, and about herself. The truth can't come soon enough. With Sarah Vaughan's signature "clever and compelling" (Claire Douglas, author of Last Seen Alive) prose, Little Disasters is a tightly-wound and evocative page-turner that will haunt you long after you finish the last page.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The first openly nonbinary contestant on America's favorite cooking show falls for their clumsy competitor in this delicious romantic comedy. "Sweet and sexy and wholly delicious." --Rachel Lyn Solomon, author of The Ex Talk Recently divorced and on the verge of bankruptcy, Dahlia Woodson is ready to reinvent herself on the popular reality competition show Chef's Special. Too bad the first memorable move she makes is falling flat on her face, sending fish tacos flying--not quite the fresh start she was hoping for. Still, she's focused on winning, until she meets someone she might want a future with more than she needs the prize money. After announcing their pronouns on national television, London Parker has enough on their mind without worrying about the klutzy competitor stationed in front of them. They're there to prove the trolls--including a fellow contestant and their dad--wrong, and falling in love was never part of the plan. As London and Dahlia get closer, reality starts to fall away. Goodbye, guilt about divorce, anxiety about uncertain futures, and stress from transphobia. Hello, hilarious shenanigans on set, wedding crashing, and spontaneous dips into the Pacific. But as the finale draws near, Dahlia and London's steamy relationship starts to feel the heat both in and outside the kitchen--and they must figure out if they have the right ingredients for a happily ever after. "A delightful celebration of love, food, and the power to changes our lives. Anita Kelly does a lovely job creating characters both unique and relatable and tells a story that leaves the reader glowing with hope." --Karelia Stetz-Waters, author of Satisfaction Guaranteed Booklist's Best Romance Debuts of the Year Women's Health's Best Romance Novels of the Year Bookpage's Best Romance Novels of the Year.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Gigantic, powerful, devastating--these are the 100 most destructive natural disasters ever.Next in the successful 100 MOST series, 100 Most Destructive Natural Disasters Ever will feature the world's most devastating hurricanes, earthquakes, and other natural disasters. This book will investigate Mother Nature's worst moments, from the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami that killed over 200,000 people to the historic 1900 Galveston hurricane. It's everything you ever wanted to know about natural disasters and a whole lot of things you didn't.…