Smart Families

The Convergence It had been thirty years since the Convergence, when the dimensions aligned and combined Earth and the world of Gwyllon, known in human mythology as “Underhill”. Elven castles and ancient ruins sprouted in vacant lots, on major highways, sometimes merging with existing buildings, twisting into completely new structures. Roads and rail systems reformed, and after the rioting, starvation and death, agriculture finally sorted itself and food began to flow. A new government formed of elves and men had arisen, a society of human tech and elven magic. Cell phones and frost ...

Parenting: It is every parents desire to give their children a solid educational foundation. After all, we want the best for our children and we want to see them experience success in life. Rebeccah Moss, the author, guides parents through proven studies, research and helpful suggestions to making your children smarter. She also explains the reasoning behind the various success strategies.

Riddles have existed for thousands of years because they don’t just entertain, they help develop brain power and get kids to think more "laterally" and creatively. In this bumper book of brain teasers and riddles for smart kids, you will have a unique collection of riddles split into three different levels: from "easy" to "genius", which get more tricky as you go through the book.

Late school projects? Missing tennis shoes? Sibling squabbles? Arguing over the fact that laundry belongs in the hamper? Rushing out the door in the morning? If any of this sounds familiar, you're in the right place.

Can you imagine what could become of a woman whose childhood friend suddenly took possession of the husband's heart? "Careless Wives, Unfaithful Husbands" begin with the story of a couple who almost ruined their marriage due to the carelessness of the wife, which led to the unfaithfulness of the husband. It is a book with deep insight on how to make your marriage work and make your partner faithful and more committed to you. This book is a treasure chest of lively, practical advice to help you learn how to: 1. Prevent your marriage from falling apart 2. Make your partner more committed to ...

It's no secret that addictive digital technologies like smartphones and social media apps are harming a generation of kids socially, mentally, and even physically. But a workable solution seems elusive. After all, don't kids need phones, and won't they be vulnerable or socially isolated without tech? Clare Morell, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and director of its Technology and Human Flourishing Project, argues that the answer is 'no'. She exposes the lies parents have been sold about managing the dangers of tech through parental controls and screen-time limits.

I never imagined a little charade with my best friend would ignite feelings powerful enough to change everything. Amanda—my fiercely independent, delightfully quirky best friend—has always been my rock. So when I suggested a fake relationship to dodge the town matchmaker’s relentless efforts during the Summer Festival, she surprisingly went along with it. But as we play our roles, something real blossoms between us. As I leaned in for our first kiss, the world around us faded away, and I felt myself tumbling deeper into a love I never expected. In the warm glow of her living room, our...

She’s a brash deputy. He’s an undercover agent. When sparks start to fly, a murderer might be the death of them. Deputy Sheriff Tanya Trouble can't help being pushy. In her dusty border town, being a polite cop could get her killed. When a fifteen-year-old girl is murdered, Tanya turns up the heat to track down the killer. She’s convinced one of the town’s white supremacists killed the girl, but when she starts lining up suspects she can't help but be sidetracked by a sexy new ranch hand. Ryker Thompson is smart and more than a little cocky. The FBI agent figures that's why he's ...

When the stylists told her they would make her hot, Kira didn’t believe they meant literally. She never dreamed that at the end of the free makeover, a stranger would toss the torch that would burn away her former self. To her horror, she would find more changed than her hair color. For Kira, life would never be the same. Humans feared the power of the elementals, so they locked them away. In the process they altered the balance of nature. 800 years later, the elements have awakened. Maddened by centuries of imprisonment, these powerful beings crave vengeance. Three unsuspecting women ...

Wits Guts Grit is inspired by the many what-if questions acclaimed science writer and mother of two Jena Pincott asked herself as research on the invisible forces that shape our minds and health has emerged and grown over the past decade. What if we identify the microbes that support stress resilience, find ways to expose our kids to them, and then test them?

Your exciting journey toward parenthood is about to begin. Learn the ropes and stay on top of your responsibilities while going above and beyond for your child and partner with First Time Dads Pregnancy Handbook. Grab this book and start today!

She’s a suspect. Hyna Blue, an undercover cop posing as a drifter, finds his mission complicated when he falls for Gem, the fiery innkeeper on Polaris. She thinks he’s a drunk. She tells herself it’s pity. He spends his days hanging out in her bar, a man without a purpose. With wild black hair, indigo eyes, and cybernetic strength, he’s far from safe or stable. Yet, Gem can’t resist his rough charm as their undeniable chemistry ignites amidst the dangers of a boomtown. The trainum mines bring both prosperity and crime, including shape-shifting aliens. Can Blue keep his mind on his...

A funny book that makes you cry. A sad book that makes you laugh. A book about two sisters and their family that makes you wish you were part of it - and grateful that you are not. In short, this book is one surprise after another. The only thing that is not a surprise is that Vera B. Williams has created a wholly unforgettable, absolutely wonderful portrait of Amber, Essie, and their world. Listen to the book. You will never be the same again.

Tech Sergeant Gale Adam’s final flight over the North Pole is supposed to be routine; instead it changes her destiny. Transformed by the Fates, tossed out of her KC-135, Gale is alone in the desolate arctic wilderness. Cursed with the power to destroy all she loves, can she prevent elemental Nitro from extinguishing her home, her family and their future? Humans feared the power of the elementals, so they locked them away. In the process they altered the balance of nature. 800 years later, the elements have awakened. Maddened by centuries of imprisonment, these powerful beings crave ...

When barista Ali discovers her grandmother's antique mirror is a portal to a magical realm, she stumbles into more than she bargained for. One moment she's about to lose her Victorian home to foreclosure, the next she's riding shotgun with a dangerously attractive white-haired biker named Rabbit through a world where nothing plays by the rules. But this fairy tale has teeth. The ruthless Queen of Hearts views Ali as a threat, the seductive Cheshire Cat has his own agenda, and Ali's supposed dead parents? They were actually royalty in this mirror world—making her a princess with a target ...

This book has 10 fresh chapters, plus a bonus fresh chapter. Each chapter has 10 original multiple choice questions, plus a bonus original question. Fun brain exercising for men, women, girls, boys, the family, friends or even by yourself. Leave it on the coffee table for "family night" or "a get together", good trivia makes things more interesting. The chapters/subjects are as follows; "Making It Look So Easy", "The NCAA Sort of Sport Way", "Television In The United States", "Thought For Food", "Forever Yours, Religiously", "It's a Small Small World", "Critically Speaking", "Betty/White", ...

Humans feared the power of the elements, so they locked them away. In the process they altered the balance of nature. Eight hundred years later, the elementals have awakened. Maddened by centuries of imprisonment, these powerful beings crave vengeance. Three unsuspecting women will have to soothe the savage forces before it’s too late. One will find rebirth in the flames that take her life. One Night To Burn One will meld with the sea that seeks to claim her. When the Sea Burned One will find a love that shakes the earth itself. Scorched Earth She will make the north wind howl. Wind Burn ...

Fast-track your journey through the roller-coaster of parenting emotionally intense children. Are you constantly walking on eggshells, hoping not to trigger another emotional explosion from your extraordinarily bright child? Do you feel overwhelmed with your child's intense emotional reactions and, sometimes, aggression, not knowing how to respond effectively? You're not alone. Raising a brilliant child who struggles with emotional regulation is a unique, often challenging journey.

Veronica McCreedy lives in a mansion by the sea. She loves a nice cup of Darjeeling tea whilst watching a good wildlife documentary. And she’s never seen without her ruby-red lipstick. Although these days, Veronica is rarely seen by anyone, because at 85, her days are spent mostly at home, alone. She can be found either collecting litter from the beach, trying to locate her glasses, or shouting instructions to her assistant, Eileen. But today...today, Veronica is going to make a decision that will change all of this.

Whether you are shopping for your kid's first phone, or they've had a smartphone for years...you need Smartphone Sanity. The smartphone is causing a seismic shift in the lives of the rising generation. Smartphone Sanity will give you all the tools you need to keep your family safe and to put the gospel at the center of your family's smartphone conversation. David Eaton and Jeremiah Callihan are the Cofounders of Axis, a non-profit that helps over 100,000 parents and teenagers a month communicate and understand each other.