Reading Is Tight

Author : Torrey Maldonado
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2018-09-04
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781524740566

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Tight by Torrey Maldonado Pdf

Tight: Lately, Bryan's been feeling it in all kinds of ways . . . Bryan knows what's tight for him--reading comics, drawing superheroes, and hanging out with no drama. But drama is every day where he's from, and that gets him tight, wound up. And now Bryan's friend Mike pressures him with ideas of fun that are crazy risky. At first, it's a rush following Mike, hopping turnstiles, subway surfing, and getting into all kinds of trouble. But Bryan never really feels right acting so wrong, and drama really isn't him. So which way will he go, especially when his dad tells him it's better to be hard and feared than liked? But if there's one thing Bryan's gotten from his comic heroes, it's that he has power--to stand up for what he feels . . . Torrey Maldonado delivers a fast-paced, insightful, dynamic story capturing urban community life. Readers will connect with Bryan's journey as he navigates a tough world with a heartfelt desire for a different life.

Author : Jeff Mahannah
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2021-09-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0999540025

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Reading Is Tight! by Jeff Mahannah Pdf

Author : Barbara Shook Hazen
Publisher : Perfection Learning
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1983-07
Category : Families
ISBN : 0812406648

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Tight Times by Barbara Shook Hazen Pdf

A small boy, not allowed to have a dog because times are tight, finds a starving kitten in a trash can on the same day his father loses his job.

Author : Alessandra Torre
Publisher : Dca, Incorporated
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2015-01-31
Category : Bondage (Sexual behavior)
ISBN : 1940941598

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Tight by Alessandra Torre Pdf

"I was happy in my small town. In my life as a single, thirty-two year old woman. I had a good job, wonderful friends, my independence. I also hadn't been laid in three years. Hadn't been on a date in two. Had stopped counting calories and wearing makeup...a while ago. Then Brett Jacobs waltzed in. Caressed my thigh, dug rough fingers into my hair, lowered his soft mouth to my skin, took sexual control of my mind and stirred it all around with what he packed in his pants. He dumped my quiet life upside down and crawled into a place in my heart I thought was dead. The issue is his secret. The issue is her. The issue is that I don't even know she exists, and he thinks she's dead. The issue is that shit is about to hit the fan and I can't hold on to him tight enough"--Page 4 of cover.

Author : Claire Freedman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Bears
ISBN : 1589254058

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Good Night, Sleep Tight! by Claire Freedman Pdf

While babysitting, Grandma tries several ways to get Ethan to feel sleepy but nothing works until she remembers how she used to put his mother to bed when she was a little girl.

Author : Booker T. Jones
Publisher : Little, Brown
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2019-10-29
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780316485579

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Time Is Tight by Booker T. Jones Pdf

The long-awaited memoir of Booker T. Jones, leader of the famed Stax Records house band, architect of the Memphis soul sound, and one of the most legendary figures in music. From Booker T. Jones's earliest years in segregated Memphis, music was the driving force in his life. While he worked paper routes and played gigs in local nightclubs to pay for lessons and support his family, Jones, on the side, was also recording sessions in what became the famous Stax Studios-all while still in high school. Not long after, he would form the genre-defining group Booker T. and the MGs, whose recordings went on to sell millions of copies, win a place in Rolling Stone's list of top 500 songs of all time, and help forge collaborations with some of the era's most influential artists, including Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, and Sam & Dave. Nearly five decades later, Jones's influence continues to help define the music industry, but only now is he ready to tell his remarkable life story. Time is Tight is the deeply moving account of how Jones balanced the brutality of the segregationist South with the loving support of his family and community, all while transforming a burgeoning studio into a musical mecca. Culminating with a definitive account into the inner workings of the Stax label, as well as a fascinating portrait of working with many of the era's most legendary performers-Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, and Tom Jones, among them-this extraordinary memoir promises to become a landmark moment in the history of Southern Soul.

Author : Carl Hiaasen
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2010-01-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781101436639

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Skin Tight by Carl Hiaasen Pdf

Bestselling author Carl Hiaasen serves up a humorous helping of "taut, fast-paced action...crisp and hot” (The New York Times). After dispatching a pistol-packing intruder from his home with the help of a stuffed Marlin head, Mick Stranahan can't deny that someone is out to get him. His now-deceased intruder carries no I.D., and as a former Florida state investigator, Stranahan knows there are plenty of potential culprits. His long list of enemies includes an off point hit man, a personal injury lawyer of billboard fame, a notoriously irritating TV journalist, and a fumbling plastic surgeon. Now, if he wants to keep fishing into his golden years, Stranahan has no choice but to come out of retirement to close this one last case...

Author : Torrey Maldonado
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2020-04-14
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780525518440

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What Lane? by Torrey Maldonado Pdf

"If you are wondering how to begin confronting Anti-Black racism in your classroom, start with What Lane?"--School Library Journal: The Classroom Bookshelf "STAY IN YOUR LANE." Stephen doesn't want to hear that--he wants to have no lane. Anything his friends can do, Stephen should be able to do too, right? So when they dare each other to sneak into an abandoned building, he doesn't think it's his lane, but he goes. Here's the thing, though: Can he do everything his friends can? Lately, he's not so sure. As a mixed kid, he feels like he's living in two worlds with different rules--and he's been noticing that strangers treat him differently than his white friends . . . So what'll he do? Hold on tight as Stephen swerves in and out of lanes to find out which are his--and who should be with him. Torrey Maldonado, author of the highly acclaimed Tight, does a masterful job showing a young boy coming of age in a racially split world, trying to blaze a way to be his best self.

Author : Maribeth Boelts
Publisher : Candlewick Press
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2016-10-11
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780763691486

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Those Shoes by Maribeth Boelts Pdf

But all the kids are wearing them! Any child who has ever craved something out of reach will relate to this warm, refreshingly realistic story. Features an audio read-along. "I have dreams about those shoes. Black high-tops. Two white stripes." All Jeremy wants is a pair of those shoes, the ones everyone at school seems to be wearing. But Jeremy’s grandma tells him they don’t have room for "want," just "need," and what Jeremy needs are new boots for winter. When Jeremy’s shoes fall apart at school, and the guidance counselor gives him a hand-me-down pair, the boy is more determined than ever to have those shoes, even a thrift-shop pair that are much too small. But sore feet aren’t much fun, and Jeremy comes to realize that the things he has -- warm boots, a loving grandma, and the chance to help a friend -- are worth more than the things he wants.

Author : William Brohaugh
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2007-09-01
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781402250576

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Write Tight by William Brohaugh Pdf

"These days, most creative-writing courses teach self-indulgence. Write Tight counsels discipline. It is worth more than a university education. Its advice is gold."—Dean Koontz, New York Times bestselling author Unlock the true potential of your writing! The go-to writing reference book for learning how to write in a concise, persuasive way. Whether you're a professional author, a student, a business communicator, or anyone seeking to elevate their writing skills, this book is your ultimate guide to crafting concise, impactful, and persuasive prose. In this comprehensive writing manual, William Brohaugh, former editor of Writer's Digest, shares invaluable techniques to sharpen your writing, enabling you to communicate with crystal-clear precision and harness the full power of your words. Through easy-to-follow lessons and practical exercises, you'll learn to eradicate wordiness, eliminate redundancies, and distill complex ideas into compelling, straightforward sentences. Precision is Key: Unleash the strength of succinct language to make your point with unwavering clarity, keeping readers engaged and informed. Power-Packed Prose: Transform your writing into a force to be reckoned with, as you master the art of impactful expression that leaves a lasting impression. Effective Editing: Learn step-by-step techniques for revising and polishing your work, ensuring every word serves a purpose and contributes to your overall message. Concise Communication: Craft persuasive emails, reports, essays, and stories that captivate your audience and drive your intended message home. With Write Tight, you'll elevate your writing skills to new heights, captivating readers and leaving them inspired by your powerful prose.

Author : Torrey Maldonado
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2010-04-15
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781101171769

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Secret Saturdays by Torrey Maldonado Pdf

Read Torrey Maldonado's posts on the Penguin Blog and the new Penguin Community. A poignant look into one fatherless twelve-year-old’s struggles with friendship and trust. Sean is Justin’s best friend, at least Justin thought he was. But lately Sean has been acting differently. Sean’s been telling lies, getting into trouble at school, and hanging out with a tougher crowd, even getting into fights. This isn’t like Sean at all. When Justin finally discovers that Sean’s been secretly going to visit his father in prison and is dealing with the shame of that, Justin wants to do something to help before his friend spirals further out of control. But what if confronting Sean means Justin loses his very best friend? In the end, he decides it doesn’t matter; he’s got to man up. Set in one of New York’s most dangerous neighborhoods, Secret Saturdays is an affecting read highlighted by strong characters and an authentic, heartening voice.

Author : Mem Fox
Publisher : Omnibus Books
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2017-10
Category : Bedtime
ISBN : 1742762700

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Good Night, Sleep Tight by Mem Fox Pdf

Bonnie and Ben go on a wonderful bedtime adventure before it's time to say: good night, sleep tight!

Author : Laura Rose Wagner
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2015-01-06
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781613126967

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Hold Tight, Don't Let Go by Laura Rose Wagner Pdf

"Laura Wagner has managed to get a huge amount of Haiti into the pages of this book: the sun, the rain, the bottomless spiral of catastrophe, rage, despair and indomitable hope." —Madison Smartt Bell, author of All Souls' Rising: A Novel of Haiti "In Haiti they say 'Kreyòl pale, Kreyòl konprann.' Speak plainly and honestly, and be understood. Laura Wagner does just that in this brave, beautiful book, bringing us the complex life of Magdalie, and a glimpse of a people's soul." —Jonathan M. Katz, author of The Big Truck That Went By: How the World Came to Save Haiti and Left Behind a Disaster "Haiti, already one of the poorest countries in the world, was devastated by the earthquake in 2010. This is a story of everything that comes after: from a candid depiction of the international response to a young girl’s account of what a life of desperation can do to an individual and to a society. Magdalie’s journey shows the importance of connections, of family and friends, during difficult times and the anguish that comes when those bonds are broken. In her debut novel, Laura Rose Wagner has managed to capture the devastation of loss while providing determined hope for the individual and the nation. An important read for anyone who wishes to better understand the reality of life in Haiti after the earthquake." —Ophelia Dahl, executive director of Partners in Health Hold Tight, Don’t Let Go follows the vivid story of two teenage cousins, raised as sisters, who survive the devastating 2010 earthquake in Haiti. After losing the woman who raised them in the tragedy, Magdalie and Nadine must fend for themselves in the aftermath of the quake. The girls are inseparable, making the best of their new circumstances in a refugee camp with an affectionate, lively camaraderie, until Nadine, whose father lives in Miami, sends for her but not Magdalie. As she leaves, Nadine makes a promise she cannot keep: to bring Magdalie to Miami, too. Resourceful Magdalie focuses her efforts on a reunion with Nadine until she realizes her life is in Haiti, and that she must embrace its possibilities for love, friendship, and a future.

Author : Mary Morgan
Publisher : Knopf Books for Young Readers
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2015-02
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780553498295

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Sleep Tight, Little Mouse by Mary Morgan Pdf

At bedtime just before falling asleep, Little Mouse comes to realize that the best place for him to be is at home with his mother.

Author : Jeff Jacobson
Publisher : Pinnacle Books
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2013-08-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780786030798

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Sleep Tight by Jeff Jacobson Pdf

Sleeping With The Enemy They hide in mattresses. They wait till you're asleep. They rise in the dead of night to feast on your blood. They can multiply by the hundreds in less than a week. They are one of the most loathsome, hellish species to ever grace God's green earth. Thought to be eradicated decades ago, thanks to global travel they're back. And with them comes a nightmare beyond imagining. Bed bugs. Infected with a plague virus so deadly it makes Ebola look like a summer cold. One bite turns people into homicidal maniacs. Now they're in Chicago. And migrating to all points north, south, east, and west. The rest of the world is already itching. The U.S. government and the CDC are helpless to stop it. Only one man knows what's causing the epidemic. And the powers-that-be want him dead. "A fresh new talent with an amazing ability to astonish." --David Morrell, bestselling author of First Blood