In the wake of a painful breakup and struggling to prove herself at work, Julia feels adrift. When Bryce blows into her life, he seems like the perfect anchor. Handsome, charming, secure, and confident, Bryce brings out the best in Julia, sweeping her off her feet with attention and affection while grounding her with his certainty and faith. Together they embark on a path guided by the principles of his family and their church, each step a paving...

"Boys are being trained at one school for geniuses, girls at another. And neither knows the other exists--until now. The innovative author of Bird Box invites you into a tantalizing world of secrets and lies. J is a student at a school deep in a forest far away from the rest of the world. J is one of only twenty-six students, who think of their enigmatic school's founder as their father. His fellow peers are the only family J has ever had. The students...

Living in a "perfect" world without social ills, a boy approaches the time when he will receive a life assignment from the Elders, but his selection leads him to a mysterious man known as the Giver, who reveals the dark secrets behind the utopian facade.

"In the hands of a supervillain, mind control is a nightmare. But in real life, doctors and scientists control the mind to help patients and improve people's lives"--

"When a man showers all of his attention on a woman, it can feel incredibly romantic, and can blind her to hints of problems ahead. But what happens when that attentiveness becomes domination? For certain people, the desire to control leads to jealousy, threats, micromanaging--even physical violence. Lisa Aronson Fontes draws on both professional expertise and personal experience to provide practical guidance and support for readers who find themselves...

"A supportive, practical guide for all those who want to learn the best way of holding space for themselves and others."--

Discusses problems facing young people such as making choices, learning about and liking yourself, and solving problems. 6th through 9th grades.

"Using simple words and real-life examples, this book shows kids how to be assertive with other kids and with adults. Kids will learn to feel better about themselves, stronger and more secure inside, and more in charge of their lives. They ll read about effective ways to deal with intense feelings and to build self-esteem and self-confidence. In addition, they ll learn strategies for building inner security to cope with powerlessness and uncertainty...