In My Sideways Heart, with consummate poetic skill, Brown explores the nuances of human relationships, and he does so with a courage and emotional honesty rare in contemporary American poetry. Are the poems in this collection love poems ? Absolutely, but love poems skillfully absent the banal excesses of sentimentality. Brown writes with the confidence and directness of an experienced poet, and his seemingly simple diction belies the hard-earned wisdom stirring deep beneath the surface of his art. --Larry D. Thomas, 2008 Texas Poet Laureate"

Perfect for fans of Bridge to Terabithia and Walk Two Moons, this debut middle grade novel is the story of two girls and the unforgettable summer in which they learn about true friendship and loss. Annie has been promised a summer of freedom in the country. Freedom from a difficult school year, freedom from her fake “friends” back in the city, and, most of all, freedom from her mom’s life-governing spreadsheets and rigid schedules. When Annie meets California, who is visiting her grandfather’s farm, it seems she has found the perfect partner for the summer she’s always craved. Especially when California offers Annie a real-life adventure: if she and Annie can find the ponies her mom rode as a girl, surely it will remind her mom how wonderful the farm is—and fix what’s broken between her mom and her grandfather. But Annie’s summer of freedom is sprinkled with secrets, and everything she has learned about bravery and love will be put to the test when the truth behind the ultimate secret changes her life forever.

Key Selling Points In Heart Sister, a teen filmmaker, reeling from the loss of his twin sister, tries to track down the recipients of her organs. Explores themes of grief and loss and how families cope in the face of inconceivable tragedy. Governor General Award–winning author Caroline Pignat describes it as “raw, real and riveting...a powerful story of hope.” The author is also a screenwriter, which is reflected in the book’s unique structure. A few years ago, the author's brother received a new heart. This story is written in gratitude to the (still anonymous) family of the young woman who gave him a new lease on life.

Poetry with art, Love poems and loving during the pandemic

Dive into the riveting world of "Reclaimed Hearts", a gripping romance that intertwines the past with the present, and duty with desire. Magno Hernandez, a decorated former Lieutenant Commander of the United States Navy and a talented general surgeon, steps into his newest role as the Head of Emergency at St. Helen University Hospital. But beneath his impressive credentials, Magno carries deep scars — both visible and hidden — remnants of the losses that have shaped him. Returning to Vail after decades, Magno seeks to confront his haunted past and reclaim what fate once stripped away. His path unexpectedly crosses with Olivia Spinoza, a renowned plastic surgeon with beauty and brains, yet burdened by her own secretive sorrows and the financial ruin brought by her father's crimes. As Magno and Olivia's worlds collide, old flames are rekindled. Each carries scars and secrets, making their sudden, intense connection as unpredictable as it is inevitable. Their rediscovered intimacy promises more than just passion; it offers a chance at healing. But with such complex pasts, can Magno and Olivia truly forge a future together? "Reclaimed Hearts" is a tale of loss, redemption, and the enduring power of love. Perfect for fans of emotionally charged romances, this book explores how even the deepest wounds can find healing in the most unexpected places. As Magno and Olivia navigate the murky waters of their pasts, they must decide if they're ready to take the ultimate risk on each other and love again. Prepare to be captivated by their journey and find yourself rooting for a love that seeks to mend the irreparable, proving that even the most broken hearts can be reclaimed.

At last, Evy’s over-protective, hermit mother is letting her go somewhere – to the rodeo in town! She plans on having tons of fun doing something normal for a change. But as usual, adventures find her, this time in the form of an abused, drugged, and terrified mare who hates humans so much she refuses to trust even Evy. As Evy tries to help her, Twilight, her intrepid filly, is miles away and in danger. How can Evy save them both?

Two rings. Two persistent men. One impossible choice. The breath-taking continuation of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling series. When Claire encouraged Chris to leave town to pursue his dreams, she didn’t realize it would be the biggest mistake of her life. Now, Claire and Chris are fighting for the family they lost, and Claire and Adam are just… fighting. With Adam back from Hawaii, and their relationship still on pause, his charmingly awful jokes take on a hard edge. Claire's indecisiveness seems to be testing his patience. But Chris seems more willing and determined than ever to make Claire's dreams come true—the same way she did for him when she let him go. With Adam's former girlfriend in the picture, Claire finds herself torn between the fresh start Adam has offered her and the family she'll always share with Chris. This boxed set includes four novels from the New York Times bestselling series. The Shattered Hearts series is a steamy and tender second-chance romance. - Bring Me Home (389 pages) - Chasing Abby (372 pages) - Abandon (258 pages) - Ripped (232 pages)