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A haunting dream that will not relent pulls author Kent Nerburn back into the hidden world of Native America, where dreams have meaning, animals are teachers, and the "old ones" still have powers beyond our understanding. In this moving narrative, we travel through the lands of the Lakota and the Ojibwe, where we encounter a strange little girl with an unnerving connection to the past, a forgotten asylum that history has tried to hide, and complex, unforgettable characters.

This Autistic Girl Went to Japan is the inspiring story of a young woman who moved halfway around the world in pursuit of happiness. With humor and remarkable candor, Bianca describes the challenges of applying for a visa during a time of terrifying uncertainty, slogging through endless red tape, and the loneliness that comes with being a stranger in a strange land. Oh, and how she wound up evicting a bat from her new apartment, attending a Pokémon GO event with a bunch of middle-aged women, and discovering the best thrift store in all of Tokyo.

The story that is inspiring the world. Read about Nujeen who escaped the hell of war in Aleppo and travelled to Europe in a wheelchair. ‘She is our hero. Everyone must read her story. She will inspire you’ MALALA YOUSAFZAI Nujeen Mustafa has cerebral palsy and cannot walk. This did not stop...

Award-winning American author Bonnie J. Rough separates from her young family for a surprising journey into the difficult past and precarious present of Estonia, the former Soviet state of her heritage. Embarking on a journey to learn the fate of her great-great-grandmother Anna, she encounters World War II ghosts, Vikings, crones, recycled meat, a seven-ton prehistoric bull, gray hairs, and the ultimate librarian, but finds no bully bigger than Putin—or is it her own self-doubt?

Rachel is finding it increasingly difficult to ignore her sister’s derision, society’s silent wagging finger, and her father’s advancing years. She’s traveled the world, but now finds herself at a crossroads at an age where most people would stop globetrotting and settle. She’s never been one to conform to the nine-to-five lifestyle, so why should she start now? Was it wrong to love the freedom and independence a single life provided, to put off the search for Mr. Right and the children? Perhaps she could find the time for one last adventure.

Embark on a captivating journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Iceland as you join a spirited group of travelers in this thematic exploration of adventure and discovery. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that delves into the unique experiences of those who venture into this stunning, rugged terrain. From the icy fjords to geothermal wonders, the stories highlight the challenges and triumphs of exploration, all while offering insights into the local culture and history. With a focus on personal observations and encounters, listeners are invited to reflect on the beauty and ...

Hello!We are Isla and Sam, 2 girls from Scotland with a love of theme parks, Disney, Universal and all things magical.Join us fortnightly for a chat about our favourite places, foods, fashion, characters, rides and everything in between!Want to join us for a chat? We would love guests to come and share their favourite things with us too.

Eliza has trusted in the healing magic of a girls’ trip ever since she climbed into a car headed for Mardi Gras—in a blizzard. Jersey born and bred, she spent four glorious years at Rutgers University, then wrote her debut novel about it. Ten books later (plus a script in the works), she’s still packing a bag and chasing the next adventure.Jillian’s résumé reads like a road trip: Bama to Vail, bartender to banker. She’s the field hockey mom you pray ends up on your sideline. She reads books the way she reads people—quickly and accurately—and gives the kind of advice you don’...

The third and final book following Rosanna and her friends as Girl Scouts. This book focuses on Claire Maslin, a new girl to town, who is finding it difficult to fit in. She struggles with her identity and relationships, especially due to her differences, like her unique experiences and her red hair. In parallel is the story of Mable Brewster, who is also struggling and in need of the scout's support as she goes on a journey of self-exploration and experiments with living on her own. This book is an engaging exploration of friendship, loyalty, and the meaning of sacrifice within the context of...

An adventure of the heart in the mold of literature's classic spiritual journeys. It began with a girl. Then it was Italian food. After that it was books and discovering that even Mark Twain had fallen for Italy. E. M. Forster was smitten too: "Love and understand the Italians, for the people are more marvelous than the land." What is it about Italy and Italians?

In 2017, at age twenty-five, Alexandra McRobert found herself imagining jumping off the roof of her apartment building in Mahboula, Kuwait. She’d left her newly married husband the night before, for no reason other than a gut feeling that this marriage wasn’t the right path for her to take. Overwhelmed with guilt, heartbreak, and as her life was slowly falling apart, it felt like the only way out was to end her life.Sober Yoga Girl traces the steps backwards to explore how she ended up there in the first place, and then traces the steps forward – to share how she worked her way up from ...

Join the Merriweather Girls again for another exciting adventure! This time, the girls journey by train to Kit's home state, Arizona, where they try to find treasure! - Summary by ShrimpPhish

4 Girls talking about a 4 letter word: LIFE. Girls Behind The Wheel are Faith filled patriots, who love God, our Country, and our family. We are friends, wives, moms, teachers, students, business owners, who are driven to help people! With this Broad-Cast we hope to encourage you and ourselves to get into the driver's seat of life and do what we've been putting off! Take that trip, conquer that project or mend that relationship. You can expect NO Structure and NO set Plan! You may hear power tools from the shop, you may hear an ambulance, a train, or someone yelling up the stairs. Some days ...

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Valley Girls is the weekly podcast exploring everything there is to see, do, try, eat, and experience in New York's Hudson Valley by talking to the makers, the doers, the growers, the creators, and all the unique voices of the Hudson Valley. We're telling the Hudson Valley's story, one episode at a time. Follow us at: Instagram: @ValleyGirlsNYpod Youtube: youtube.com/@ValleyGirlsPodcast Website: valleygirlspodcast.com Facebook: facebook.com/ValleyGirlsPodcast

The Island Girls Rock podcast brings together Caribbean girls and women of all ages to share stories, creativity and lived experience. Hosted by Chantal Miller, the series explores the richness of Caribbean life through conversations filled with humour, insight and connection. Rooted in creativity, wellness and sustainability, we highlight intergenerational voices from across the region and its Diaspora.This podcast is an Island Girls Rock production, produced by Chantal Miller and BreAnna Holmes, hosted by Chantal Miller, and edited by BreAnna Holmes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...

When newly-single party girl Vicki moves to Paris, she hopes to indulge in wine, stuff her face with croissants, and fall in love. It proves to be much more difficile than she imagined. In this laugh-out-loud memoir, this cheeky storyteller recounts the highs and lows of her life in the City of Light. Sassy and shamelessly honest, Vicki makes you feel as if you're right there in Paris stumbling along the cobblestones with her. Will she find love? Will she learn to consume reasonable amounts of alcohol? Will French bureaucracy ever cut her a break?

Warm up your Kotatsus and grab you dagashi (or any other snacks you like), because you're going to want to be comfortable for this! Welcome to Girls, Gays, and Animes!! Join us, self proclaimed anime aficionados and our Otaku friends, as we dice headfirst into the wacky, wonderful, and occasionally weird world of anime. From swoon-worthy romances to blood pumping action and everything in between, we're here to entertain, enlighten, and maybe even make you ugly-laugh a few times. So, snuggle up or do whatever you have to do to get into the anime mood, because it's about to get weeb-tastic up in...

Discussion on all things Florida from hints, tricks and tips for holidaying in Florida.

From the author of The Agitators, the acclaimed and captivating true story of two restless society girls who left their affluent lives to “rough it” as teachers in the wilds of Colorado in 1916. In the summer of 1916, Dorothy Woodruff and Rosamond Underwood, bored by society luncheons...