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Us

Sarina Bowen, Elle Kennedy

In "Us," the Him series concludes with the story of Jamie and Griffin, two hockey players navigating the complexities of their relationship after a public revelation. As they face the fallout from their coming out, they must learn to trust each other and find their footing as a couple in the demanding world of professional sports. Their journey explores themes of acceptance, vulnerability, and the enduring power of love amidst external pressures.

Him

Sarina Bowen, Elle Kennedy

This M/M sports romance from the "Him" series follows the developing relationship between two hockey players, Jamie and Ryan, who navigate the complexities of their friendship evolving into something more. As they face the pressures of their professional careers and the potential fallout of a public romance, they must confront their own fears and desires. The story explores themes of coming out, team dynamics, and the challenges of balancing personal happiness with public scrutiny.

Icebreaker

Hannah Grace

When figure skater Anastasia Allen finds herself unexpectedly partnered with hockey player Nate Hawkins, their initial animosity ignites a fiery, enemies-to-lovers romance. As they navigate the pressures of their respective sports and the challenges of their forced proximity, Anastasia and Nate must confront their pasts and the fragile trust that develops between them. This coming-of-age story explores the complexities of ambition, friendship, and finding love where you least expect it, all set against the backdrop of intense athletic competition.

That One Night

Emily Rath

Read the spicy prequel novella that launched the international bestselling Jacksonville Rays Hockey Series! "Tonight, we're just two people lost in a city not our own." My name is Rachel Price, and the sky is officially falling. Imagine being at your brother's wedding brunch when you get an email that crushes all your dreams. I didn't win the Barkley Fellowship. My rising career in sports medicine has just come crashing down. So here I sit, alone in this swanky hotel bar, ready to drown my feelings in bitters and bourbon. Then suddenly, in walks...him. THAT ONE NIGHT is the spicy prequel novella to PUCKING AROUND, a 'why choose' hockey romance. For a list of tropes, tags, and content warnings, please check my website.

Wildfire

Hannah Grace

In Hannah Grace's contemporary romance, *Wildfire*, a star hockey player finds himself unexpectedly sharing a small apartment with the team's new, fiercely independent physical therapist. Their forced proximity ignites a slow-burn tension fueled by witty banter and the undeniable pull between them, all while navigating the pressures of college athletics and their burgeoning feelings. Told from dual perspectives, this New York Times bestseller explores themes of vulnerability, trust, and the sweet relief found in someone who champions you, even amidst the chaos.

African American grief

Paul C. Rosenblatt

African American Grief is a unique contribution to the field, both as a professional resource for counselors, therapists, social workers, clergy, and nurses, and as a reference volume for thanatologists, academics, and researchers. The classic edition includes a new preface from the authors reflecting on their work and on the changes in society and the field since the book’s initial publication. This work considers the potential effects of slavery, racism, and white ignorance and oppression on the African American experience and conception of death and grief in America. Based on interviews with 26 African Americans who have faced the death of a significant person in their lives, the authors document, describe, and analyze key phenomena of the unique African American experience of grief. The book combines moving narratives from the interviewees with sound research, analysis, and theoretical discussion of important issues in thanatology, as well as topics such as the influence of the African American church, gospel music, family grief, medical racism as a cause of death, and discrimination during life and after death.

The price of privilege

Madeline Levine

In this ground-breaking book on the children of affluence, a well-known clinical psychologist exposes the epidemic of emotional problems that are disabling America’s privileged youth, thanks, in large part, to normalized, intrusive parenting that stunts the crucial development of the self. In recent years, numerous studies have shown that bright, charming, seemingly confident and socially skilled teenagers from affluent, loving families are experiencing epidemic rates of depression, substance abuse, and anxiety disorders&—rates higher than in any other socioeconomic group of American adolescents. Materialism, pressure to achieve, perfectionism, and disconnection are combining to create a perfect storm that is devastating children of privilege and their parents alike. In this eye-opening, provocative, and essential book, clinical psychologist Madeline Levine explodes one child-rearing myth after another. With empathy and candor, she identifies toxic cultural influences and well-intentioned, but misguided, parenting practices that are detrimental to a child's healthy self-development. Her thoughtful, practical advice provides solutions that will enable parents to help their emotionally troubled "star" child cultivate an authentic sense of self.

Character is destiny

John McCain, Mark Salter

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Senator John McCain tells the stories of celebrated historical figures and lesser-known heroes whose values exemplify the best of the human spirit. He illustrates these qualities with moving stories of triumph against the odds, hope in adversity, and sacrifices for a cause greater than self-interest. Among the heroes of exemplary character we meet are • Pat Tillman, whose patriotism obliged him to leave the riches and celebrity of the NFL for a soldier’s life in defense of his country • Winston Churchill, who, in a renowned eighteen-word remark, counseled schoolboys to “never give up” • the Catholic priest in Auschwitz who offered to take a condemned man’s place • a nun, formerly a comfortable Beverly Hills housewife, who works with prisoners in Mexico’s worst jails • George Washington, whose wisdom and hard-earned self-control helped him survive the chaos of war Character Is Destiny is McCain’s moving and eloquent tribute to men and women who have lived truthfully, and whose stories will stir the hearts of young and old alike and help prepare us for the hard work of choosing our own destinies. Praise for Character Is Destiny “An eclectic collection of heroes . . . [John McCain] will be remembered in a volume like this some day.”—The Washington Post Book World “Uplifting . . . inspiring . . . The lessons of these people’s lives are as relevant to adults as to children.”—Minneapolis Star Tribune “McCain can surprise you, and Character Is Destiny surprises in the diversity of its cast.”—Houston Chronicle “McCain has made a declaration of values that liberals can embrace as readily as conservatives.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Confessions of a Bad Mother

Stephanie Calman

Are you a super-duper, totally fulfilled mother 24 hours a day? Do you give your children home-made risotto, help them with their homework, read them a fairy tale and sing them to sleep? Or do you give them chicken nuggets in front of the telly, herd them into bed and slump down exhausted with a drink? Do you let them watch ‘too much’ telly? Have you ever eaten their Easter eggs while they were asleep? Do you feel that other mothers are ‘doing it properly’ while you’re getting it All Wrong? Do you wish there could just, please, be a little less pressure? If you try your best but frequently feel a failure, if you – or your children – are in any way imperfect, then join the club: the Bad Mothers Club. Stephanie Calman has broken every rule and done it all ‘wrong.’ From giving birth with her pants on to making her kids watch more telly, she has persistently defied all accepted wisdom and professional advice. Outrageous, funny, & hideously true, Confessions of a Bad Mother is her story. Read it, and know – at last - that you are Normal.