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What we did / by Kent, Christobel,author.;
What would you do if you accidentally encountered the man who once abused you? Bridget's life is small and safe: she loves her husband and her son, and she works hard to keep her own business afloat. Until one day, her former violin teacher Anthony Carmichael walks into her shop with the teenager he's clearly grooming. Carmichael begins to stalk Bridget, trying to terrify her into silence. But Bridget is older and stronger now and suddenly, she snaps and fights back. Now Bridget must find a way to deal with the aftermath of her actions ...
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Psychological fiction.; Businesswomen; Adult child abuse victims; Stalking victims; Victims of crimes; Revenge;

It : a novel. by King, Stephen.;
They were seven teenagers when they first stumbled upon the horror. Now they were grown-up men and women who had gone out into the big world to gain success and happiness. But none of them could withstand the force that drew them back to Derry, Maine to face the nightmare without an end, and the evil without a name.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: Horror fiction.; Monsters; Clowns;

Wild horses [videorecording]. by Duvall, Robert; Franco, James; Hartnett, Josh;
Robert Duvall, James Franco, Josh Hartnett.DVD.MPAA rating: R.A detective opens a teenagers missing persons case and suspects that the boy was really murdered. He also suspects a local rancher was involved. Nobody is above the law.
Subjects: Drama.; Drama.; Crime.;
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Run away with me / by Selznick, Brian,author.;
Includes bibliographical references.Run away with me is a profoundly romantic YA novel about two teenage boys finding each other and falling in love over one summer in Rome.012+.Grades 10-12.
Subjects: Young adult fiction.; Gay fiction.; Queer fiction.; Bildungsromans.; Novels.; Americans; Americans; First loves; Gay people; Gay teenagers; Interpersonal relations; Teenagers; Americans; Americans; First loves; Gay people; Gay teenagers; Interpersonal relations; Teenagers;

One killer problem / by Winans, Justine Pucella,author.;
When she finds her favorite teacher lying in a pool of blood, Gigi calls on her high school's "mystery club" to help her solve the murder, resulting in a cat-and-mouse game with the killer, continual flare-ups of her IBS and her archnemesis turning flirtatious.013+.Grades 10-12.
Subjects: Bisexual fiction.; Queer fiction.; Young adult fiction.; Detective and mystery fiction.; Novels.; Clubs; Gay teenagers; High school students; Murder; Clubs; Gay teenagers; High school students; Murder;

The conscious parent's guide to autism : a mindful approach for helping your child focus and succeed / by Lebowitz, Marci.;
Includes Internet addresses and index.Conscious parenting -- The world of autism -- Detecting warning signs and coexisting conditions -- Managing challenging behaviors with empathy -- Communicating with your child -- Practical approaches to handling tantrums, meltdowns, and discipline -- Autism and your marriage -- Conscious parenting as a single parent -- Responding to your other children's needs -- Autism and your extended family -- Dealing with society -- Starting school -- The transition from child to teenager -- Autism and life as an adult -- Challenging obstacles with an engaged presence -- Expanding abilities through intervention -- Finding support and assistance -- Appendix A. Glossary -- Appendix B. Additional resources -- Appendix C. Frequently asked questions about autism."If your child has a diagnosis of 'on the autism spectrum,' you may be feeling overwhelmed and most likely intimated. Often the focus is on 'disabilities' rather than 'abilities,' and you may be left wondering what you should expect as your child journeys through life. With The Conscious Parent's Guide to Autism, you will learn how to take a relationship-centered approach to engage your child. Conscious parenting means being present with your children and taking the time to understand their point of view. Using this mindful method, you can help your child improve language skills, motor skills, and social skills..."--Page 4 of cover.LSC
Subjects: Autism.; Autism in children.; Autism spectrum disorders.; Autism spectrum disorders in children.; Developmental disabilities.; Developmentally disabled children.;

Tricks / by Hopkins, Ellen,author.;
This book is part of our Book Sanctuary collection. A Book Sanctuary is a physical or digital space that actively protects the freedom to read. It provides shelter and access to endangered books. Launched by Chicago Public Library in 2022, the Book Sanctuary initiative brings attention to challenged titles, and commits to making these books accessible. Innisfil ideaLAB & Library's Book Sanctuary Collection represents books that have been challenged, censored or removed from a public library or school in North America. More than 50 adult, teen, and children's books are in our collection and are available for browsing and borrowing in our branches and online. Explore the collection to learn more about why these books were challenged.
Subjects: Young adult fiction.; Novels in verse.; Banned book sanctuary.; Dysfunctional families; Prostitution; Teenagers; Family problems; Emotional problems; Prostitution; Teenagers;

Boy like me / by Green, Simon James,author.;
In the margins of a book's pages, sparks fly as a teenage romance begins. But in this time and place, sparks like that can only ignite trouble. It's 1994 and thanks to Section 28, there can be no mention of gay relationships in UK schools. When a kind librarian leads Jamie to a disguised novel in the library that reflects his confused feelings towards boys, Jamie sees that he's not the only one who has checked the book out. Will Jamie and this mystery boy have the courage to meet--and if they do, what will it take to hold on to each other?
Subjects: Gay fiction.; Queer fiction.; Young adult fiction.; Novels.; Books and reading; Friendship; Gay teenagers; Books and reading; Friendship; Gay teenagers;

How to Raise an Emotionally Mature Child : Your Blueprint to a Lifetime of Happiness and Success for Your Child. by Gibson, Lindsay C.;
Emotional maturity is the most important quality a parent can help develop in their child. It enables a person to function autonomously, handle stress, flourish in diverse environments, form lasting relationships, and achieve personal and professional success. In 'How to Raise an Emotionally Mature Child', Lindsay Gibson offers compassionate guidance to help parents support their child's emotional development through every stage, from infancy to the teenage years.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Parenting / General; PSYCHOLOGY / Developmental / Child; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Children's Studies;

The dark matter of Mona Starr [graphic novel] / by Gulledge, Laura Lee,author.;
A bold and original YA graphic novel about battling your inner doubts and fears-and finding your genius Sometimes, the world is too much for Mona Starr. She's sweet, geeky, and creative, but it's hard for her to make friends and connect with other people. She's like a lot of sensitive teenagers-but in the hands of graphic novelist Laura Lee Gulledge, Mona's struggle with depression takes on a vivid, concrete form. Mona calls it her Matter. The Matter gets everywhere, telling Mona she's not good enough, and that everyone around her wishes she would go away. But through therapy, art, writing, and the persistence of a few good friends, Mona starts to understand her Matter, and how she -and readers-can turn their fears into strengths. Heartfelt, emotionally vulnerable, and visually stunning, The Dark Matter of Mona Starr is a story that takes the inner life of a teenager seriously, while giving readers a new way to look at the universal quest for meaning and connection.
Subjects: Young adult fiction.; Graphic novels.; Young adults; Depression, Mental;

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