Marriage Family Relationships

After the death of his brother and the sudden end of his marriage, and after his ex-wife moved to another state leaving him alone with their two young children, Dan Glick embarked on single fatherhood in an unusual way: he took his kids on a journey around the world. The idea was to go see some of the world's rare life forms before they disappeared from the planet, and to do it before the kids themselves would grow up and chart their own paths.

Christmas is a time for miracles… When American single mom Tuppence Clarke tosses a coin in an historical New Zealand wishing well asking for help for her unhappy son, she doesn’t expect it to come in the form of a sexy Kiwi Santa who rescues the boy when he falls in the river. Gray Lewis lost his wife two years ago, and the gorgeous community police officer hasn’t looked at another woman since. He’s had far too much on his plate to think about love, including a rebellious daughter who’s now in trouble at school. And then in walks Tuppence with her green eyes and gentle manner, ...

What happens when the biggest decision of your life starts to feel like a mistake? What if the dream you fought against the world to achieve no longer brings you happiness? Ananya married Arjun against all odds – defying her family, ignoring her friends’ warnings, believing she was stepping into her perfect happily-ever-after. But reality shattered her fairy-tale. Cracks appeared early in their marriage, deepened by an unexpected pregnancy and the constant friction of clashing parenting styles. Helpless and exhausted, Ananya turned to multiple marriage counsellors in a desperate bid to ...

Through every family run memories that bind it together - despite everything. The Tulls of Baltimore are no exception. Abandoned by her salesman husband, Pearl is left to bring up her three children alone - Cody, a flawed devil; Ezra, a flawed saint; and Jenny, errant and passionate. Now as Pearl lies dying, stiffly encased in her pride and solitude, the past is unlocked and with it, secrets. A classic novel from one of America's greatest living novelists, now available as an audiobook.

Newly married couples face a tremendous challenge that is seldom talked about. In our social media-driven world, it’s easy to think that everyone else has it together in their marriages and wonder if maybe you made a mistake. The truth is, most couples don’t enter marriage with the communication or attachment skills needed to deal with the integration of two lives. Newly married couples will help a couple learn how the different “merge points” in their marriage can actually strengthen their relationship so that they can enjoy a thriving marriage.

Anxiety is a normal human condition. For most people, anxiety is temporary and manageable. However, for some people, anxiety can become acute and/or pervasive. The cause of this anxiety can come from a variety of sources.

Marc Sedaka stood by while he and his wife endured endless rounds of drug therapies, 16 artificial inseminations, 10 in-vitro fertilizations, three miscarriages, and finally, a gestational surrogate ("womb for rent") who carried their twin girls to term. He was as supportive and loving as he could be, but he really wished he'd had a book like What He Can Expect When She's Not Expecting during the process.

A Celebration of Sex for Newlyweds answers specific often unasked questions about sexual topics and presents newly married couples with detailed techniques and behavioral skills for learning sexual pleasure and intimate companionship. An excellent tool for premarital counseling and a wonderful gift for the newly married, this book offers invaluable information in a professional yet sensitive style.

Are you struggling in your romantic relationship? Do you feel alone, hurt, angry, abandoned, rejected, stuck, depressed, or distant? Do you have a hard time sharing your true feelings with your partner? Do you or your partner feel lonely and misunderstood? Are you stuck in a negative communication cycle? Are you worried about your relationship status? Are you tired of the same arguments? Do you want love back ASAP? I understand how complicated that can feel. Be honest, you’re here because you’re frustrated with not getting the results you want in your relationship. I want you to know ...

Relationships fill our lives from the instant we're born until the moment we die. While the quality of a relationship often seems random, in almost every case it is possible to predict—from the very beginning—which relationships will feel comfortable and which ones just won't. Deceptively simple and easy to comprehend, The Five Elements of Relationships offers the opportunity to better understand everyone in our lives, enhance every connection we have, improve family dynamics, and seek out the people who will best support us in every conceivable situation.

Maybe you entered marriage with some pretty high expectations - most couples do. Jonathan and Wynter Pitts did. Until the reality of married life spilled into their expectations. Jonathan and Wynter invite you on a journey to explore a different approach to your happily-ever-after marriage. Join them for an honest look at the lessons learned as they navigated the ups and downs of early marriage while raising four daughters.

From the author of "Every Mother's Fear" A British aunt and her niece set off to explore Massachusetts and Rhode Island. In this calamity-ridden travel tale their relationship is changed forever. For fans of Marian Keyes and Sophie Kinsella.It's a trip with an eclectic mix of history, culture and scenery. Seafood shacks. Postcard perfect lighthouses. Weather-boarded buildings. Stacks of pancakes dripping in syrup. Quaint boutiques. Walks along the cobblestone streets of Boston, America's oldest city––the city of revolution. Throw in plenty of disagreements and you have all the ...

Hannah and Nat were teenagers when their mum died in a terrible accident. The pain of it tore them apart, creating a rift that they’ve never been able to bridge. Neither is able to understand or appreciate her sister’s perspective, each quick to be riled by the other. Both women have been indelibly shaped by the tragedy. Hannah is controlling, desperate to protect her loved ones in a way she failed to do with her mum. Meanwhile, Nat is forever running from the "selfish daughter" label that she was marked with after the accident.

Skye disappears after a one-night stand, but Owen’s an expert at finding lost people... Skye Graham has come home for Christmas to Doubtless Bay in New Zealand, but she has no plans to stay. Then she meets sexy Owen Hall, a dog handler for Search and Rescue. She can’t afford to let their one-night stand develop into something more serious and promptly disappears, but she hasn’t accounted for the fact that Owen’s an expert at finding lost people. But can Owen convince Skye to stay? Tropes: Fling, one-night stand, he falls first

When Charlotte McKay wakes up in a hospital bed with no memory of how she got there, all she wants is to go back to the perfect London flat she shares with her husband, and the impressive career she’s worked so hard to build. But something’s not right. Her husband David is at her bedside - but so is a three-year-old girl, and she’s calling Charlotte "Mummy"....

A bet turns them from friends to lovers, but a secret stands in the way… What would you do if your friends said they’d donate two-hundred dollars to a kids’ charity if you went on a date with your best mate? Billie is determined not to fall for Jonah Sharpe. The lusty firefighter might rescue kittens from trees and children from burning buildings, but Billie would rather date anyone in New Zealand than this outrageous flirt, especially after her last relationship ended so badly. Her friends have other ideas, though, so she agrees to go on one date. But one turns into two and then into...

A second chance to win back the love of his life… Ever since Beck’s wife, Josie, moved out of their family home with their son, he’s been trying to win her back, but Josie refuses to reconcile. As much as he loves her, he knows if he doesn’t do something drastic, he’s still going to be working in his bar, waiting for her, in twenty years’ time. So he’s applied for a new job in another town, and when their divorce comes through after Christmas, it’ll be time for him to move on. Caught up in a cycle of pain and grief, Josie’s retreated into her shell, cutting herself off ...

Are you in a mixed-orientation marriage where you or your partner identify as LGBTQ+? You’re not alone. Thousands of couples face similar challenges, and while it may feel overwhelming, there is a path to understanding, acceptance, and love. This guide offers practical tools and strategies for navigating the complexities of mixed-orientation marriage, whether you’re dealing with coming out, family dynamics, or legal and financial considerations.

IN THE NAME OF LOVE is a coming-out romance novel between a baseball player named Steve and a theater star named Aaron. An LGBTQ romance novel. The two meet up after years apart and rekindle their friendship. Now, with love in the air, their relationship grows more complex. Steve realizes that what he feels for Aaron is something very special. But does Aaron feel the same way about Steve? Graduation day is approaching and Steve avoids the jocks, but they’re not backing off. Now, Steve must decide if he will stand up for himself and for Aaron. But will he risk everything and come out? What...

Reaching an average weekly audience of 4.1 million viewers, Run's House speaks to America's fascination with high-profile parents. Take Back Your Family brings home the behind-the-scenes wisdom of hip-hop's first family to everyone seeking solid guidance for raising a new generation.