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My friend, Billy Whiskers / by Litchfield, David.;
From the creator of The Bear and the Piano Some friends are real, some are imaginary, but all can help us find our voice. My Friend, Billy Whiskers is a charming celebration of friendship, bravery, and the little push we sometimes need to step into something new. On a snowy day, while the other children play together, Patrick sits alone, but he isn't really alone. His imaginary friend, Billy Whiskers, is always there, ready for bike rides, tree climbs, and magical adventures where Patrick's worries can just disappear. But on this special snow day, with the help of Billy Whiskers, Patrick finds the courage to take a new adventure and say hello to real life children playing in the real life playground. Can you guess what happens next? This heart-warming and uplifting picture book from award-winning author-illustrator David Litchfield celebrates the magic of imaginary friendship, the power of empathy, and the friends who help us grow.
Subjects: Picture books.; Imaginary companions; Courage; Friendship; Empathy; Winter;
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Why birds sing / by Berkhout, Nina,1975-author.;
"A charming, deeply felt novel about human connection and finding music between the notes When opera singer Dawn Woodward has an onstage flameout, all she wants is to be left alone. She's soon faced with other complications the day her husband announces her estranged brother-in-law, Tariq, is undergoing cancer treatment and moving in, his temperamental parrot in tow. To make matters worse, though she can't whistle herself, she has been tasked with teaching arias to an outspoken group of devoted siffleurs who call themselves the Warblers. Eventually, Tariq and his bird join the class, and Dawn forms unexpected friendships with her new companions. But when her marriage shows signs of trouble and Tariq's health declines, she begins questioning her foundations, including the career that she has worked so hard to build and the true nature of love and song."--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Domestic fiction.; Psychological fiction.; Women singers; Voice teachers; Parrots; Families; Whistling;
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The narrow road between desires / by Rothfuss, Patrick,1973-author.; Taylor, Nate,illustrator.; adaptation of (work):Rothfuss, Patrick,1973-Lightning tree.;
"Patrick Rothfuss returns to the Kingkiller Chronicle universe with a stunning reimagining of "The Lightning Tree," expanded to twice its previous length and lavishly illustrated by Nate Taylor. Follow the Kingkiller Chronicle's most charming fae as he schemes his way through the small town of Newarre. While Bast cares nothing for the laws of man, he is beholden to older, deeper laws. And despite his cleverness and care, Bast finds himself forced to choose between betraying his master and helping a hated enemy. Playful, sweet, and sly as Bast himself, The Narrow Road Between Desires explores a previously unseen part of Temerant, and shows a side of Bast we've only glimpsed before. Learn more about Bast as he goes against his better judgement and follows his heart's desire. For after all, what good is wisdom if it keeps you from finding your way to danger and delight?"--
Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; Novels.; Fairies; Imaginary places; Imaginary wars and battles; Magic;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Animal friends of Pica Pau : gather all 20 colorful amigurumi animal characters / by Schenkel, Yan,author.;
"Meet Pica Pau and her amigurumi friends! They're charming, cheerful and cute, and once you get to know them, they'll never leave your heart. The gentle rhino, the energetic otter, the chatty crocodile, the dreamy donkey and many more: each and every one is a happy member of the Pica Pau band. Toy maker, character designer and crochet knitter Yan Schenkel has gathered many colorful amigurumi around her. In this book, she shares her love and knowledge of amigurumi crochet in 20 new designs, and she also gives away the secret ingredients that go into every single project. All patterns contain detailed instructions and are accompanied by step-by-step pictures and explanations of all techniques used, so both beginners and advanced crocheters can easily get acquainted with her amigurumi companions. Immerse yourself in the wonderful world and marvelous magic of Pica Pau and friends"--Back cover.
Subjects: Amigurumi; Crocheting; Soft toy making.; Stuffed animals (Toys);
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The Lost and Found Bookshop : a novel / by Wiggs, Susan,author.;
Heartbroken Natalie Harper inherits her mother's charming, cash-strapped bookshop and finds herself the carer for her ailing grandfather Andrew. She thinks it's best to move him to an assisted-living home to ensure his care, but to pay for it, Natalie will have to sell up the bookshop. However, Grandpa Andrew owns the building and refuses to budge. Moving into the studio apartment above the shop, Natalie hires a contractor, Peach Gallagher, to do some repairs. His young daughter becomes a regular at the shop, and she and Natalie begin reading together while Peach works. Slowly, Natalie's sorrow begins to dissipate as her life becomes an unexpected journey of new friendships. From unearthing hidden artifacts in the bookshop's walls, to learning the truth about her family, the bookshop is full of surprises. Can Natalie reveal her own heart's desire and turn a new page ...?
Subjects: Domestic fiction.; Books and reading; Bookstores; Caregivers; Family secrets; Friendship; Grandfathers; Grandparent and child; Grief; Man-woman relationships; Mothers;
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Jungle cruise [videorecording] / by Blunt, Emily,actor.; Collet-Serra, Jaume,1974-film director.; David, John,film producer.; Falcón, Veronica,actor.; Ficarra, Glenn,screenwriter.; Flynn, Beau,film producer.; Fox, John(Producer),film producer.; Garcia, Hiram,1976-film producer.; Green, Michael(Screenwriter),screenwriter.; Johnson, Dwayne,1972-film producer,actor.; Ramírez, Édgar,1977-actor.; Requa, John,screenwriter.; Buena Vista Home Entertainment (Firm),publisher.; Walt Disney Pictures,production company.; Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment (Firm),production company.;
Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt, Edgar Ramirez, Veronica Falcón, Paul Giamatti, Jack Whitehall, David Lengel, Sulem Calderon.Come along on a rollicking thrill-ride down the Amazon with wisecracking skipper Frank Wolff and intrepid researcher Dr. Lily Houghton. Lily travels from London, England to the Amazon jungle and enlists Frank's questionable services to guide her downriver on La Quila, his ramshackle-but-charming boat. Lily is determined to uncover an ancient tree with unparalleled healing abilities, possessing the power to change the future of medicine. Thrust on this epic quest together, the unlikely duo encounters innumerable dangers and supernatural forces, all lurking in the deceptive beauty of the lush rainforest. But as the secrets of the lost tree unfold, the stakes reach even higher for Lily and Frank, and their fate and mankind's hangs in the balance.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.MPAA rating: PG-13; for sequences of adventure violence.Described video for the blind and visually impaired.Subtitled for the deaf and hard-of-hearing (SDH).DVD ; wide screen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital 2.0.
Subjects: Action and adventure films.; Feature films.; Video recordings for people with visual disabilities.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Boats and boating; Jungles; Man-woman relationships; Medicinal plants; Rain forests; River boats;
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Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Stranger in the lake / by Belle, Kimberly,author.;
When Charlotte married the wealthy widower Paul, it caused a ripple of gossip in their small lakeside town. They have a charmed life together, despite the cruel whispers about her humble past and his first marriage. But everything starts to unravel when she discovers a young woman's body floating in the exact same spot where Paul's first wife tragically drowned. At first, it seems like a horrific coincidence, but the stranger in the lake is no stranger. Charlotte saw Paul talking to her the day before, even though Paul tells the police he's never met the woman. His lie exposes cracks in their fragile new marriage, cracks Charlotte is determined to keep from breaking them in two. As Charlotte uncovers dark mysteries about the man she married, she doesn't know what to trust--her heart, which knows Paul to be a good man, or her growing suspicion that there's something he's hiding in the water.
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Psychological fiction.; Widowers; Remarriage; Gossip;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Death at Holly Lodge / by Innes, Louise R.;
Ooh La La hair salon owner Daisy Thorne adores the Christmas cheer in her picturesque hometown of Edgemead, England. Excitement is extra high this year, as international pop star, Mimi Levanté , the village's newest resident, begins renovating historic Holly Lodge. But the charming country home's makeover is cut short by a shocking discovery--the body of a man, dressed as Santa Claus, jammed inside the house's chimney! The secreted Santa is identified as Gregory Pearce, a local father who vanished on Christmas Eve two years ago. As the case moves from missing to murder, Daisy and dashing DCI Paul McGuinness begin combing through the clues of Christmases past. But the killer will go to great lengths to keep old crimes under wraps. Now, DCI McGuinness must protect Daisy as she tries to untangle the mystery before a merry murderer embarks on another slay ride.
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; Cozy mysteries.; Beauty operators; Murder; Christmas;
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Greenbelt trails : the 36 best west of Toronto, from Oakville and Hamilton to Niagara and beyond / by Davies, Lindsay,author.;
"Ontario's Greenbelt offers hundreds of kilometres of trails. Here, for the first time, is a guide that presents the best nature walks and trails along this protected natural terrain. Outdoor enthusiast and travel writer Lindsay Davies has done the legwork to select 30 of the most scenic and rewarding trails west of Toronto, including Milton, Halton Hills, Caledon, Burlington, Hamilton, Niagara and and beyond. From lush wetlands to charming historic villages, cascading waterfalls to serene nature gardens. Each route includes: A user-friendly map with start and end points; road and parking details; facility and accessibility info; notable sights, viewpoints, and unique features; information on user fees, if any. Full-colour photos show what users can expect, and key features of the trails. Greenbelt Trails is the perfect resource for both seasoned hikers and casual walkers eager to explore Ontario's natural beauty."--
Subjects: Guidebooks.; Hiking; Trails;
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Time of the child / by Williams, Niall,1958-author.;
Doctor Jack Troy was born and raised in Faha, but his responsibilities for the sick and his care for the dying mean he has always been set apart from the town. His eldest daughter, Ronnie, has grown up in her father's shadow, and remains there, having missed one chance at love - and passed up another offer of marriage from an unsuitable man. But in the Advent season of 1962, as the town readies itself for Christmas, Ronnie and Doctor Troy's lives are turned upside down when a baby is left in their care. As the winter passes, father and daughter's lives, the understanding of their family, and their role in their community are changed forever. Set over the course of one December in the same village as Williams' beloved This Is Happiness, Time of the Child is a tender return to Faha for readers who know its charms, and a heartwarming welcome to new readers entering for the very first time.
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Domestic fiction.; Novels.; Abandoned children; Fathers and daughters; Physicians; Small cities;
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