Alanna

Download or read book Alanna written by Tamora Pierce and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2009-12-08 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A girl disguises herself as a boy to train as a knight in this first book in Tamora Pierce’s Margaret A. Edwards Award–winning young adult series—now with a new look! From now on, I’m Alan of Trebond, the younger twin. I’ll be a knight. In a time when girls are forbidden to be warriors, Alanna of Trebond wants nothing more than to be a knight of the realm of Tortall. So she finds a way to switch places with her twin brother, Thom, and, disguised as a boy, begins her training as a page at the palace of King Roald. But the road to knighthood, as she discovers, is not an easy one. Alanna must master weapons, combat, and magic, as well as polite behavior, her temper, and even her own heart. So begin Alanna’s adventures—filled with swords and sorcery, adventure and intrigue, good and evil—that will lead to the fulfillment of her dreams and make her a legend in the land.

Download or read book Sea Sick written by Alanna Mitchell and published by McClelland & Stewart. This book was released on 2011-05-18 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All life — whether on land or in the sea — depends on the oceans for two things: • Oxygen. Most of Earth’s oxygen is produced by phytoplankton in the sea. These humble, one-celled organisms, rather than the spectacular rain forests, are the true lungs of the planet. • Climate control. Our climate is regulated by the ocean’s currents, winds, and water-cycle activity. Sea Sick is the first book to examine the current state of the world’s oceans — the great unexamined ecological crisis of the planet — and the fact that we are altering everything about them; temperature, salinity, acidity, ice cover, volume, circulation, and, of course, the life within them. Alanna Mitchell joins the crews of leading scientists in nine of the global ocean’s hotspots to see firsthand what is really happening around the world. Whether it’s the impact of coral reef bleaching, the puzzle of the oxygen-less dead zones such as the one in the Gulf of Mexico, or the shocking implications of the changing Ph balance of the sea, Mitchell explains the science behind the story to create an engaging, accessible yet authoritative account.

Download or read book Love and Let Bark written by Alanna Martin and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-11-30 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's up to two rescue husky puppies to convince their owners it's never too late for a second leash on love. When Nate Porter left Helen, Alaska, to become a firefighter with the Forest Service, he claimed it was because he craved adventure. The truth was, he couldn't stand to hang around, pining for a girl the town's century-old feud meant he could never have. But Nate got over Lydia Lipin years ago, or so he thought until he learns that an old rival has come sniffing around. The solution—a trip home with his rescue puppies to prove to himself he completely extinguished that old flame. Lydia Lipin has always been satisfied being the "good" Lipin daughter—dutiful, practical, and always putting others before herself. But that role begins to chafe as Nate's return ignites old memories. No one in town knew about their secret friendship or those forbidden kisses they stole the summer after graduation. Suddenly, Nate and his puppies are everywhere, and sparks are flying. When Nate realizes he never got over Lydia, he'll risk everything for a second chance. But Lydia's not a risk-taker, and she has to make a choice—play it safe and pretend their summer fling was just puppy love, or step out of the family shadow and unleash her heart.

Download or read book The Curse of the Boyfriend Sweater written by Alanna Okun and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2018-03-20 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Curse of the Boyfriend Sweater is a memoir about life truths learned through crafting. People who craft know things. They know how to transform piles of yarn into sweaters and scarves. They know that some items, like woolen bikini tops, are better left unknit. They know that making a hat for a newborn baby isn’t just about crafting something small but appreciating the beginnings of life, which sometimes helps make peace with the endings. They know that if you knit your boyfriend a sweater, your relationship will most likely be over before the last stitch. Alanna Okun knows that crafting keeps her anxiety at bay. She knows that no one will ever be as good a knitting teacher as her beloved grandmother. And she knows that even when we can’t control anything else, we can at least control the sticks, string, and fabric right in front of us. Okun lays herself bare and takes readers into the parts of themselves they often keep hidden. Yet at the same time she finds humor in the daily indignities all crafters must face (like when you catch the dreaded Second Sock Syndrome and can’t possibly finish the second in a pair). Okun has written a book that will speak to anyone who has said to themselves, or to everyone within earshot, “I made that.”

Download or read book A New Spin On Color written by Alanna Wilcox and published by Alanna Wilcox. This book was released on 2017-07-01 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever tried spinning hand painted top or dyed rovings only to be disappointed with the color outcomes in your yarns or finished projects? This book clearly and artfully walks you through understanding color theory making it less intimidating for both novice and expert spinners alike. Never before has a book presented the same dyed top worked up into 20+ different approaches accompanied by easy to follow directions. You will be able to see how the techniques look in both a skein and a knitted swatch. Plus there are photos of finished products accompanying the techniques to make envisioning the spinning applications even easier. After reading this book you will be inspired to delve into your stash with excitement and colorful confidence in your spinning.

Download or read book Alanna's Calling written by Dawn Sullivan and published by Dawn Sullivan Author LLC. This book was released on 2023-05-30 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It had been almost six months since Alanna Miller was rescued from her abusive brother by the White River Wolves. She finally felt safe, something she hadn’t felt in years, if ever. She was free to do what she wanted, be who she wanted. Free to chase her destiny, healing and saving others. The only thing she wasn’t free to do, was claim the one man who was supposed to be the other half of her soul. She knew what her future held, and she refused to put him through that. As part of the alpha’s elite team of enforcers, Trigger Michelson made it his mission to save those who could not save themselves. It was what he lived for, until one fateful trip to the hospital put him in contact with the most tantalizing scent. She was his, but for some reason, his bear was going out of her way to avoid him. He had no idea why, but he decided to give her time… until he came home from a long mission to learn that the mate he had not claimed yet was knocking on death’s door. Her reasons for keeping her distance no longer mattered. She was his, and he was done waiting. When Alanna faces her destiny, she will have a choice to make. One that could change both of their futures forever. Unfortunately, there is only one decision she can live with. To survive, Alanna and Trigger will have to fight like never before. Will their dreams of a future together be enough to overcome the turmoil they are about to face, or will their worst fears come true? Dawn Sullivan's RARE and White River Wolves Series are intertwined and best read in the following order: Nico’s Heart- RARE Book 1 Phoenix’s Fate- RARE Book 2 Josie’s Miracle- White River Wolves Book 1 Trace’s Temptation- RARE Book 3 Slade’s Desire- White River Wolves Book 2 Saving Storm- RARE Book 4 Angel’s Destiny- RARE Book 5 Janie’s Salvation- White River Wolves Book 3 Sable’s Fire- White River Wolves Book 4 Jaxson’s Justice- RARE Book 6 Rikki’s Awakening- RARE Book 7 Alanna’s Calling- White River Wolves Book 5

Download or read book Alanna's Snow Dream written by Robert Connolly and published by Andrews UK Limited. This book was released on 2023-06-05 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At first Snowflakes is just like any other snowman made on a snowy afternoon. He can only stand, cold and stiff and silent in his borrowed hat, scarf and coat. But then Santa Claus arrives on his sleigh and shows Alanna the way to bring him to life with a wave of a wand. Together Alanna and Snowflakes set off with Olka the white owl and their elfin friends on a wonderful magical journey to Fairyland. This enchanting story, written in rhyme, is the perfect way for children to enrich their imagination while enjoying the adventures with Alanna, Snowflakes and Olka.