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Stellas Café betyder många saker för många människor, men framför allt är det en plats där livet kan få vänta utanför dörren. En plats för små vänligheter. En plats där vem som helst kan vara den de vill, där alla alltid är välkomna.

Torn from her loving home at a young age, Leah Carson was forced to grow up in the cold, cruel environment of her grandparents’ bakery in downtown Charlottesville, Virginia. What seems to outsiders like a delightfully sweet atmosphere is to Leah unending slavery for her money-driven grandpa, constant persecution for her Christian beliefs, and grinding days of stress and exhaustion in an atmosphere void of love. Added to Leah’s burdens are those ever-haunting memories of the tragedies of the past.

Day and night Stella's Café opens its doors for the lonely and the lost, the morning people and the night owls. It is many things to many people, but most of all it is a place where life can wait at the door. A place of small kindnesses. A place where anyone can be whoever they want, where everyone is always welcome.

After her husband Jack is transported to Australia as a convict, Hannah and her children are sent to the workhouse. Hearing nothing from Jack and believing he's dead, Hannah reluctantly agrees to marry widower Ellis Duxbury. But her children must remain in the workhouse, and when they are sent away as apprentices, it's up to Hannah to track them down. On Christmas Eve, Hannah is blessed with a miracle when Jack returns to the village. Yet more trouble lies ahead as Hannah is arrested, accused of bigamy and threatened with deportation herself.

Sixteen-year-old Bessie works long hours as a weaver in Blackburn, helping to support her family. Meanwhile, her older sister, Peggy, works as an apprentice at the Girls' School, hoping for a more prosperous future as a schoolteacher. Jennet and Titus Eastwood have always made decisions for their daughters' futures. But as the sisters near adulthood, they are determined to make their own choices. And with temptation in the way, will the girls find love - or infatuation - leads them astray?

Eli Baine has sinned. Spectacularly. When he's caught using a prostitution ring, the news blasts across print and broadcast media: the son of a reality TV evangelical clan, whose Christian lifestyle is showcased regularly in Baine Family Values television episodes, is exposed as a hypocrite. Carted off to rehab, Eli chafes at being lumped in with molesters and serial adulterers. But when he escapes to visit his wife, Ruth, he finds no solace there. She can hardly bear to look at him, let alone admit him back into her life with their infant child.

As imperfect moms, some days we are just trying to keep our head above water. We are the ultimate “Mom Treading Water.” Whether you are a SAHM (stay-at-home mom), a mom who works out of the home, or somewhere in between, we all have our challenges, benefits, and experiences. However, what we do share in common is that we are all imperfect moms. As an imperfect mom, wife, and human, I am exposing myself intending to normalize the sisterhood of imperfect moms. None of us are perfect, no matter what image someone attempts to portray. Mom Treading Water encourages being kind to ...

Capture the Mindshare and the Market Share will Follow reveals how strong branding creates awareness, provides authentic value, motivates others to act, and builds long-term customer loyalty based on trust and respect. Author Libby Gill helps businesses define and articulate their unique brand promise by exploring case studies and client success stories to help listeners master the "Six Core Mindshare Methods," including concepts to Clarify, Commit, Collaborate, Connect, Communicate, and Contribute.

A collection of 15 crime fiction short stories in print., some of them award-winners, by author Libby Fischer Hellmann. The collection is divided into two parts: The Ellie Foreman/Georgia Davis stories and Chicago Then and Now; Other Places, Other Times.

When traveling and changing locations every week or so, it's hard to make friends or find someone to hang out with at a campground. Breaking the Ice: Making Friends out of Strangers will help you stop being paralyzed by fear and get you into the social game with conversation starters, tips and tricks for making the most of the people you meet when on the road. Chapter by chapter, we'll walk through the ways you can break the ice, get out of your camper and meet new people. They may not become your new best friend, but they may provide you with some memories and a contact for later on down ...

Seminar manager Natalie Winters’ life is spiraling out of control. She lost her job, has to move out of her fantastic apartment and the man who broke her heart in high school has returned to win her back. It’s too much to handle, so she books a luxury vacation. Billionaire, playboy Brice Lowell has come back to Rockport, Maine to right the wrongs of his past. He is helping the community by opening his e-Trade company offices in his hometown. One of the wrongs he must right is with Natalie, who wants nothing to do with him. Brice is up to the challenge and will put all of his extensive ...

Hosted by Libby Rivers, a passionate psychology and sociology scholar and student doctor of psychology, Neurotic Neurons is a space dedicated to exploring the intricacies of human behavior and mental health. We’ll explore various facets of theory and research, evidence-based interventions, and therapeutic modalities. Additionally, through genuine conversations and personal stories, we’ll also discuss the challenges of living with mental health issues in American society and the strategies and coping skills that help us navigate everyday life. Each episode features discussions on various ...

When the parish guardians send Lydia, daughter of convict James Knowles, to apprentice in the cotton mill at Caton, she is distraught at being parted from her younger siblings and mother, Betty, but she has no choice. At the mill, Lydia is bullied by some of the other girls and things do not go well when she stands up to the ringleader. Fearing she has killed someone and with the word murderess ringing in her ears, Lydia runs for her life.

Crafted with clarity and practicality, Libby Turner distills the essence of creating impactful first impressions into 25 short and insightful chapters. From perfecting your body language to the subtleties of small talk, each chapter provides easy-to-implement strategies and tips that are both effective and accessible. Whether you're a student, a young professional, or simply someone looking to enhance their social skills, this book offers valuable guidance.

In the world of competitive pistol shooting, Annie Becker is at the top in the male dominated field. She grew up being told that women are not as good as men at shooting. Despite that, Annie has one goal in mind – to win the International Defensive Pistol Association top prize. That would prove women are destined for more than sex and sandwiches. Annie’s father hires the best coach for her when she’s eight years old, although he believes she will never make it in this sport. No one is more dedicated than Annie and no one and nothing will distract her. Marine Nick Hodge returned from a...

Young readers and pre-readers: listen along to your favorite picture books! These are immersive audio experiences to enjoy as you turn the pages. Performed and produced by Aunt Libby.

Zwölf Monate. Zwölf Bücher. Ein Jahr, um ein gebrochenes Herz zu heilen ... Tilly fällt aus allen Wolken, als sie an ihrem Geburtstag einen Anruf von Buchhändler Alfie Lane erhält. Ihr Verlobter Joe hat in Alfies kleinem Laden ein Geschenk für sie hinterlegt: ein Jahr voller Bücher – für jeden Monat eins. Seit Joes Tod vor fünf Monaten ist Tilly nicht mehr dieselbe, doch nun fasst sie sich ein Herz. Die Bücher führen sie von einem Abenteuer ins nächste.

Libby doesn't know what she wants to do with her life. But who does? Listen while she takes you on the journey we all call "growing up." Buckle up--it's going to be a hell of a ride.

Agnes Cavanaugh has watched her mother, Kitty struggle to put food on the table ever since they crossed the sea from Ireland. So when she sees an opportunity to help earn some money by selling cheese at the local market she begins to work with the local farm to maximise on sales. Much to her mother, Kitty’s, disappointment, Agnes is immediately drawn to the farmer’s son, Jonas. And Jonas can’t help but be enchanted by Agnes. But their love faces many challenges

Barbara Adams, head of the Windbrook Library in suburban Chicago, has died, apparently from a fall down the stairs to the library's basement. But when Julia Fairbanks, her closest friend's daughter starts to poke around, she finds troubling emails that indicate Barbara was not the victim of a heart attack, but a vicious killer instead. Can Julia find the murderer? Or will she end up on The Last Page?