The Doorstep Child

Author: Annie Murray
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
ISBN: 1447283961
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 466

Book Description
A tale of hardship and survival, set between Birmingham and Canada across the 1950s, 60s and 70s, The Doorstep Child is a heart-rending story from the bestselling author of the Chocolate Girls series, Annie Murray. From a tender age little Evie struggled . . . Evie spent her early years left outside on the step. With a drunk for a father and a neglectful mother, all little Evie has ever craved is a safe home and a normal existence. Her young eyes had seen so much, but this never tainted her spirit. If it wasn't for her best friend Gary, and friendly dog called Whisky, Evie might never have made it to the sixteenth birthday. At sixteen she meets Ken, a sweet brown-eyed boy, not much older than she is. Perhaps her fortunes have changed? But no sooner does she give over her heart, she is betrayed, not for the first time in her young life . . . Will Evie ever find the love and warmth she's always craved? Praise for Annie Murray: 'Annie Murray’s superbly drawn characters will live with you long after you have finished reading' – Margaret Dickinson, author of Secrets at Bletchley Park 'An emotional story that captivates completely' – The People's Friend 'A gripping read, full of drama, love and compassion' – Take a Break

A Dragon on the Doorstep

Author: Stella Blackstone
Publisher: Barefoot Books
ISBN: 9781905236664
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40

Book Description
There s a crocodile in the closet. Don t go inside! Let s put him in the attic, then run downstairs and hide!

Orphan at My Door

Author: Jean Little
Publisher: Markham, Ont. : Scholastic Canada
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 232

Book Description
Through the diary of 10-year-old Victoria Cope, we learn about the arrival of ragged Mary Anna, one of the thousands of impoverished British children who were sent to Canada at the beginning of the century. Mary Anna joins the Cope family as a servant and is treated well, but she has to cope with the initial apprehension of the family members and the loss of her brother, Jasper, who was placed with another family. Victoria vows to help Mary Anna find her brother, so they can be a family once again.

The Couple Next Door

Author: Shari Lapena
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0735221111
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 302

Book Description
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Another thrilling domestic suspense novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Not a Happy Family “The twists come as fast [as] you can turn the pages.” —People “I read this novel at one sitting, absolutely riveted by the storyline. The suspense was beautifully rendered and unrelenting!” —Sue Grafton It all started at a dinner party. . . A domestic suspense debut about a young couple and their apparently friendly neighbors—a twisty, rollercoaster ride of lies, betrayal, and the secrets between husbands and wives. . . Anne and Marco Conti seem to have it all—a loving relationship, a wonderful home, and their beautiful baby, Cora. But one night, when they are at a dinner party next door, a terrible crime is committed. Suspicion immediately lands on the parents. But the truth is a much more complicated story. Inside the curtained house, an unsettling account of what actually happened unfolds. Detective Rasbach knows that the panicked couple is hiding something. Both Anne and Marco soon discover that the other is keeping secrets, secrets they've kept for years. What follows is the nerve-racking unraveling of a family—a chilling tale of deception, duplicity, and unfaithfulness that will keep you breathless until the final shocking twist.

Child on the Doorstep

Author: Anne Bennett
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0008162344
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 323

Book Description
The heartbreaking new novel from the bestselling author of The Forget-me-not Child and If You Were the Only Girl.

To Train Up a Child

Author: Michael Pearl
Publisher: No Greater Joy Ministries
ISBN: 9781892112002
Category : Amish
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"Turning the hearts of the fathers to the children"--Cover.

Imagine That: Open the Door to a Child's Never Ending Imagination

Author: J.E. Foughner
Publisher: Writers Republic LLC
ISBN: 1646203828
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 112

Book Description
This adventure will take you from my humble beginnings, to what I believe to be God’s greatest gift, a young child, born with the unrestrained pursuit for knowledge and truth. The journey begins with our mutual discovery of the ability to create original and wondrous fairy tale stories, without the benefit of a typical storybook or any other reference except our own vision and resourceful imagination. In this book, you will be introduced to new characters like Captain Cloud, Cloud Leader, Sparkle, Little Puff, and the rest of the IMAGINE THAT gang. These characters will light the spark of imagination in you and your child so you can create your own adventures, just like my daughter and I did. Along the way, I will explain the processes that will help you open up the infinite possibilities of your own stories. Believe me when I tell you there is nothing more precious and special than hearing a child create their own worlds of fantastic and magical characters! Enjoy!

Your Child's Health

Author: Barton D. Schmitt
Publisher: Bantam
ISBN: 0307829995
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 720

Book Description
Emergencies: --when to call your child's physician immediately -what to do in case of burns, bites, stings, poisoning, choking, and injuries Common Illnesses: -when it's safe to treat your child at home -step-by-step instructions on dealing with fever, infections, allergies, rashes, earaches, croup and other common ailments Behavior Problems: -proven strategies for colic, sleep disturbances, toilet training problems, thumbsucking, and the video game craze -no-nonsense discipline techniques for biting, temper tantrums, sibling fighting, and school refusal Health Promotion: From Birth Through Adolescence: -essential advice on newborn baby care, nutrition, cholesterol testing, immunizations, and sex education -ways of preventing spoiled children, picky eaters, overeating, tooth decay, accidents, and homework problems

Solve Your Child's Sleep Problems

Author: Richard Ferber
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0743201639
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 464

Book Description
The nation's foremost authority on children's sleep issues provides parents with useful tips and suggestions to help children fall and stay asleep at night.

Raising a Responsible Child:

Author: Elizabeth Ellis
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 0806536632
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 386

Book Description
It has often been said: Give a man a fish, and he has food for a day. Teach him to fish, and he can provide for himself over a lifetime. Raising a Responsible Child explains the phenomenon of the "overindulgent parent"--who helps and protects too much -- and the "underdeveloped child"--who never really learns to stand on his or her own feet. Today many parents are especially prone to shower their children with love and attention and attempt to minimize stress by doing for them. In the scurry of modern life, parents often can't resist giving in to children's demands or solving their problems just to keep the peace. While this is basically a loving approach, it does not teach children how to be responsible and independent. Parents learn the hard way that their overindulgence does more harm than good: their children will only come to them with more demands and act helpless in the face of new problems. If you find yourself entrenched in this pattern, you can change by using a system of consistent, straight forward, and logical rules every day. You can teach your children to take responsibility for their actions and earn their privileges -- and you will find, perhaps to your surprise, that they are willing and ready to do so. Some of the issues this book will help you to deal with are: -- The whiny and overly demanding preschooler -- The small child who throws tantrums in public to get his way -- The older child who is inconsiderate of family members -- The teenager who is constantly late for school -- The young adult, who can't get her life together and mooches off her parents indefinitely. Many parents discover that the tried-and-true methods detailed here not only help their children handle emotions in a more mature and constructive manner but also result in higher self-esteem and a happier outlook on life.