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Period Queen takes the worst thing about being a woman and turns it into the best thing. Author and period preacher Lucy Peach urges us to stop treating periods like nature's consolation prize for being a woman, banishing the notion that hormones reduce us to being random emotional rollercoasters. Become an expert in recognizing what you need at different times of the month and learn how every cycle gives you a chance to cultivate the most important relationship of your life: the one with your precious self. It's pretty bloody amazing.

Being a teenager and trying to understand who you are and what you stand for is hard. Period. But if you're a Black girl and don't always see yourself represented in the books you read, the films you watch, the adverts you see or the history you're taught, it can be even tougher. From understanding identity to the politics of hair to maintaining squad goals to dealing with microaggressions to consent to figuring out what career you might want, Grown has got your back.

Navigating the teenage world is like riding a roller coaster – it’s full of unexpected twists and sudden turns that continuously throw you in a loop. In fact, 46% of teens admit they’re experiencing high stress, according to a study. The good news is that you can kick stress, fears, and uncertainty straight to the curb. The key is mastering usable skills to overcome challenges and truly enjoy your teenage years. Even better, mastering vital life skills is easier than you think… with the help of this guide.

Are you suffocating under the crushing weight of expectations? Drowning in a sea of anxiety as adulthood looms? Feeling like a fish out of water when it comes to managing money? It's time to navigate the turbulent waters of adolescence with unshakeable confidence!

A boy. A girl. A bump. Trouble. A smart, touching and funny contemporary young adult book from an extraordinary new talent. Hannah's smart and funny.... She's also 15 and pregnant. Aaron is new at school and doesn't want to attract attention. So why does he offer to be the pretend dad to Hannah's unborn baby? Growing up can be trouble, but that’s how you find out what really matters.

Siete minutos después de la medianoche, Conor despierta y se encuentra un monstruo en la ventana. Pero no es el monstruo que él esperaba, el de la pesadilla que tiene casi todas las noches desde que su madre empezó el arduo e incansable tratamiento. No, este monstruo es algo diferente, antiguo... Y quiere lo más peligroso de todo: la verdad.

Some true crimes reveal themselves in bits and pieces over time. One such case is the Florida School for Boys, a.k.a. the Dozier School, a place where - rather than reforming the children in their care - school officials tortured, raped, and killed them. Opened in 1900, the school closed in 2011 after a Department of Justice investigation substantiated allegations of routine beatings and killings made by about 100 survivors. Thus far, forensic anthropologist Dr. Erin Kimmerle and her team from the University of South Florida have uncovered 55 sets of human remains.

Perfect for graduation gifts and other transitional milestones, this guide is for girls of color looking to find their voice and claim space as they prepare for high school, college, and their careers, from the bestselling author of The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table.

Introducing "Teens Guide to Confidence and Success: Once You Learn How, You Will Never Look Back, Unlock Your Hidden Powers," a transformative guide specially crafted for girls like you. This book will help you navigate the complexities of your teenage years, develop self-confidence, and draw strength from your unique identity.

If you envision financial freedom in your future but can't escape the swirling black hole of economic confusion, remain calm… The blueprints for your escape pod have been drawn up. Are you a young adult teetering on the precipice of financial responsibility and independence, and you have no clue where to start? You are not alone. Here's the unfortunate truth: our education system doesn’t always equip us with the skills to navigate personal finance confidently. This lack of financial education often results in unnecessary debt, stress, and confusion.

Life on the streets of turn-of-the-century London hurls the orphan Oliver Twist into a danger-filled adventure! With him we meet the Artful Dodger and Fagin, and learn the ways of the hard world...

Inspired by the #SayHerName campaign launched by the African American Policy Forum, these poems pay tribute to victims of police brutality as well as the activists insisting that Black Lives Matter. Elliott engages poets from the past two centuries to create a chorus of voices celebrating the creativity, resilience, and courage of Black women and girls.

Whether you’re 16 or 22: If doubt, insecurity or social anxiety often stop you from being you, it can block your life progress. It affects your self esteem and social skills. And it’s totally exhausting. Seriously, it feels like being frozen while watching everyone else live their best life. But you aren't alone. Forbes stated, 53 percent of people often feel socially awkward. And per the NIH, 7.1 percent of US young adults have social anxiety.

Turn your high sensitivity into a superpower. Navigate, survive, and thrive in life with this essential guide…regardless of your past experiences! Does your sensitive nature often feel like a burden? Do you often feel out of sync with your surroundings, overwhelmed by sensory overload, and drained by social interactions? Welcome to the reality of the highly sensitive person (HSP)–a reality often misunderstood, but one which, with the right guide, can become an empowering journey to self-understanding and resilience.

Are you fed up with parents nagging you about the mess in your bedroom? Are you sick and tired of being reminded that your feet smell and your armpits pong? Does it bug you when they keep telling you to have a shower or get off your phone? If you are going through those frustrating teenage years, this audiobook is all you need. Having to deal with so much pressure, anxiety, and stress can often feel overwhelming and no one seems to have the answers that you are looking for.

Get a four-year, debt-free head start on the rest of your life with the valuable lessons learned and taught by educator, speaker, and business coach Seth Hymes. The reality is, there are irrefutable, evidence-based, and statistically proven arguments for looking beyond college as you start your journey to creating a fulfilling life and career. Skip College for Success offers detailed, step-by-step instructions on exactly how to do it.

Financial literacy is the trick you need to make sure you can always afford what you need and take advantage of every opportunity you get to do the things you want to do…Because the secret to financial success isn’t simply to have more money… It’s to know what to do with that money. This engaging guide will be your companion as you leap headfirst into becoming the master of your money and ensuring your future is the one you want to see.

Based on a national survey of hundreds of teenage girls, Jeff Feldhahn and Eric Rice give young men insight into the hearts and minds of teen girls while opening the way to healthier relationships between guys and girls, both now and in their future.

Financial literacy isn't taught in school, so you’ve got to learn it on your own. Fortunately, plenty of adults have made mistakes they want you to avoid... and there are books, like this one, designed to give you the knowledge you need to ensure money is never a problem.

Reach your peak performance in just 40 minutes a day, even if the challenges of post-COVID life feel overwhelming! Do you find yourself struggling with your fitness and mental stamina after the disruption of COVID? Are you battling to regain the confidence and resilience you once had on the field or the court? Do you desperately want to feel strong and focused again but aren’t sure how to get there? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you’re not alone. Many teen athletes are feeling the intense pressure of getting back on track after the pandemic.