Fiction Book of the Year, Books and AuthorsWinner, Novella, Next Generation Indie Book AwardsWinner, Young Adult Fiction, National Best Book AwardsWinner, Teen-Young Adult Fiction, Reader Views Literary AwardsA story of redemption and discovery.For those interested in changing the world--one person at a time.Engaging, thoughtful, and ultimately profound.

Politics for the Love of Fandom examines what Ashley Hinck calls “fan-based citizenship”: civic action that blends with and arises from participation in fandom and commitment to a fan-object. Examining cases like Harry Potter fans fighting for fair trade, YouTube fans donating money to charity, and football fans volunteering to mentor local youth, Hinck argues that fan-based citizenship has created new civic practices wherein popular culture may play as large a role in generating social action as traditional political institutions such as the Democratic Party or the Catholic Church. In an increasingly digital world, individuals can easily move among many institutions and groups. They can choose from more people and organizations than ever to inspire their civic actions—even the fandom for children's book series Harry Potter can become a foundation for involvement in political life and social activism. Hinck explores this new kind of engagement and its implications for politics and citizenships, through case studies that encompass fandoms for sports, YouTube channels, movies, and even toys. She considers the ways in which fan-based social engagement arises organically, from fan communities seeking to change their world as a group, as well as the methods creators use to leverage their fans to take social action. The modern shift to networked, fluid communities, Hinck argues, opens up opportunities for public participation that occurs outside of political parties, houses of worship, and organizations for social action. Fan-based citizenship performances help us understand the future possibilities of public engagement, as fans and creators alike tie the ethical frameworks of fan-objects to desired social goal, such as volunteering for political candidates, mentoring at-risk youth, and promoting environmentally friendly policy. Politics for the Love of Fandom examines the communication at the center of these civic actions, exploring how fans, nonprofits, and media companies manage to connect internet-based fandom with public issues.

Peopled with literary figures such as Tennyson, Trollope, Browning, George Eliot, Henry James and Virginia Woolf, this book provides Anne Thackeray Ritchie's complete journals written in 1864-65 and 1878, an ample selection of her most interesting letters and a number of significant letters written to her. Because only a third of each journal has been previously published, this collection presents a valuable document of Ritchie's inner life, especially the account of her response to her father's death.

Dive into the enthralling world of "Bound by Blood, Freed by Love," a riveting tale of forbidden romance set against the dark backdrop of mafia power struggles. This spellbinding novel weaves a story of passion, loyalty, and rebellion, promising to capture the hearts of readers who crave intense drama and heart-stopping emotion. In the clandestine corridors of the mafia, where bonds are sealed by blood and secrets trade hands like currency, Zoe and Demetrio's story unfolds—a romance that dares to challenge the unyielding chains of destiny. Zoe, promised to Demetrio in a marriage designed to unite two powerful families, is anything but the obedient bride society expects. Trained in the art of survival, her spirit rebels against the confines of a world ruled by power and deception. Demetrio Watson, leader of the formidable Blood Skull, embodies strength and authority. Yet, beneath his unflinching exterior lies a turmoil he cannot express, except when faced with Zoe, his betrothed. She becomes the mirror reflecting his own conflict—a battle between duty and desire. "Bound by Blood, Freed by Love" is not just a love story. It's a journey into the depths of what it means to choose love over duty, to stand against the shadows of tradition and forge a new path. As Zoe and Demetrio navigate the treacherous waters of their world, they must decide if their love is a force strong enough to shatter the expectations that bind them. Perfect for fans of epic love stories, mafia drama, and narratives that blend intense emotion with gripping action, this book will leave you breathless, yearning for more. With its richly developed characters, vivid settings, and pulse-pounding storyline, "Bound by Blood, Freed by Love" is a must-read for anyone who believes in the power of love to overcome all obstacles. Find your next unforgettable read in "Bound by Blood, Freed by Love"—where love defies destiny, and freedom is found in the most unlikely places.

"A Love Token for Children" is an 1844 collection of short stories by Catherine Maria Sedgwick. Originally designed for inclusion in Sunday-School Libraries, the stories revolve around issues of morality and ethics, tackling subjects such ad drinking, gambling, debt, etc. Catharine Maria Sedgwick (1789 - 1867) was an American novelist and prominent supporter of Republican motherhood whose work is frequently referred to as "domestic fiction". Other notable works by this author include: "Hope Leslie" (1827), "The Linwoods" (1835), "Live and Let Live" (1837). The stories include: "The Widow Ellis and her son Willie", "The Magic Lamp", "Our Robins", "Old River", "The Chain of Love", "Mill-hill", "Mill-hill (Part Second)", and "The Bantem". Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

USA TODAY BESTSELLER! "One adorably British odd couple . . . Charming." — People “An exquisitely poignant tale of life, friendship and facing death . . . heart-breaking yet ultimately uplifting . . Everyone should read this book.” — Ruth Hogan, author of Queenie Malone’s Paradise Hotel Infused with the emotional power of Me Before You and the irresistible charm of Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine and Be Frank with Me, a moving and joyous novel about an elderly woman ready to embrace death and the little girl who reminds her what it means to live. It's never too late to start living. Eudora Honeysett is done with this noisy, moronic world—all of it. She has witnessed the indignities and suffering of old age and has lived a full life. At eighty-five, she isn’t going to leave things to chance. Her end will be on her terms. With one call to a clinic in Switzerland, a plan is set in motion. Then she meets ten-year-old Rose Trewidney, a whirling, pint-sized rainbow of sparkling cheer. All Eudora wants is to be left alone to set her affairs in order. Instead, she finds herself embarking on a series of adventures with the irrepressible Rose and their affable neighbor, the recently widowed Stanley—afternoon tea, shopping sprees, trips to the beach, birthday celebrations, pizza parties. While the trio of unlikely BFFs grow closer and anxiously await the arrival of Rose’s new baby sister, Eudora is reminded of her own childhood—of losing her father during World War II and the devastating impact it had on her entire family. In reflecting on her past, Eudora realizes she must come to terms with what lies ahead. But now that her joy for life has been rekindled, how can she possibly say goodbye?