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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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When Jackie (Christy Carlson Romano), a 19-year-old Olympic-bound figure skater attempts to make a comeback from a career threatening injury, she finds an unlikely partner in a cocky, multi-talented skateboarder (Ross Thomas) who transforms himself into a world-class figure skater while stealing Jackie's heart in the process.
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Zach Conroy and Celeste Mercier are the hottest couple on and off the ice until a nasty spill knocks Celeste out of competition. With their dreams of gold medals put on ice and their romance chilling as a result, Zach has to find another partner for the championship in Paris. And fast. In glides Alejandra, a beautiful, tough-talking hockey player with fierce moves and a fearless skating style. As these two fiery competitors bicker their way through...
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After her partner suffered a debilitating injury, Alexandra "Alex" Delgado (Francia Raisa) had left her skating career behind. But when bad boy James McKinsey (Brendan Fehr) tries to lure her back her fighting spirit returns. As the two begin a grueling practice regimen, their tempestuous relationship heats up. But will their passion destroy Alex's chance to bring home the gold again?
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Saddleback Educational Pub
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�2012
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IL: UG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 3
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"It's a good thing when your dad gets married again, right? But what if your new stepmother can't stand you, your real mum's not around, and people go nuts? This is where Marty finds herself: trying to stay part of some sort of family, however messed up it might be"--Ransom.co.uk.
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Cutting Edge volume 2
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A group of the world's elite minds - the cutting edge - were brought together for a mysterious quest: the dodecathlon. While on the hunt for the Devil's Mirror, a rival 'edger' swooped in and stole their victory. The mirror revealed a devastating apocalyptic future. Just as all hope was lost, a woman named Aurora appeared, claiming to be behind everything...
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Cutting Edge volume 2
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Tomb Raider meets The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen in brand new series by renowned fantasy author and award-winning Italian artist.
Brought together by a clandestine corporation, the world's greatest minds are set a challenge of epic proportions: the dodecathlon. Unlikely alliances are made in order to fulfill the quest, and uncover the mysterious truth behind it all. But as the conspiracy is unveiled, how many will survive...?
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Acclaimed author Francesco Dimitri and award-winning artist Mario Alberti tell a story of extraordinary people who are brought together to uncover a deadly conspiracy that threatens the world…
The mysterious Leviathan Corporation offers an exclusive group of experts and pioneers an incredible challenge: the Dodecathlon! Mark, Stella, Hiroshi, Jirakee, and Delroy join forces for tasks that will not only push them to their limits, but risk their...
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Engineers blend logic and precision with imagination, and science and math principles with vision and foresight, to create solutions for some of society's most pressing problems. From information technology to medicine, public transportation to space travel, engineers work to make innovation a reality. This inspiring book explores a variety of branches of engineering, discussing the opportunities available, typical work environments, and educational...
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Students interested in math are often adept problem solvers with essential critical-thinking skills that can complement countless other fields of study and that are useful in a wide range of careers. Readers will learn how a background in math can be channeled into real-world opportunities in such high-interest areas as architecture, physics, astronomy, engineering, financial analysis, economics, and even sports analysis. This volume also guides math...
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Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers are believed to be the best opportunities for young people today, and this resource outlines the best options for those who are interested in the sciences. This volume covers several career clusters, including environmental science, biofuels, hydrology, genetics, and agriculture, among others. It also outlines what students need to do to prepare for a STEM career in science as well as the future...
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The push is on for students to embrace STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) disciplines, first in school and then in the workplace. This series highlights the career possibilities within each subject area under the STEM umbrella. The focus of this title lands squarely on career fields such as computing, engineering technology, medicine, environmental sustainability, packaging science, and automotive service. Jobs that make use of advanced...
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Thrilling new discoveries in science and technology are announced almost daily. Cutting-Edge Science and Technology keeps readers at the forefront of new research. Artificial Intelligence covers a wide variety of topics in the emerging field of machine learning, including facial identification, voice recognition, video games, driverless cars, and robot helpers. High-impact photos and explanatory graphics and charts bring scientific concepts to life....
15) Astronomy
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Thrilling new discoveries in science and technology are announced almost daily. Cutting-Edge Science and Technology keeps readers at the forefront of new research. Astronomy covers the hottest topics in deep space, including exoplanets, black holes, and dark matter, as well as the amazing telescope technology that makes this work possible. High-impact photos and explanatory graphics and charts bring scientific concepts to life. Features include essential...
16) Brain Science
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Thrilling new discoveries in science and technology are announced almost daily. Cutting-Edge Science and Technology keeps readers at the forefront of new research. Brain Science covers fascinating cutting-edge neuroscience topics, from brain-to-brain communication systems to thought-controlled limbs and brain-mapping technologies. High-impact photos and explanatory graphics and charts bring scientific concepts to life. Features include essential facts,...
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Thrilling new discoveries in science and technology are announced almost daily. Cutting-Edge Science and Technology keeps readers at the forefront of new research. Energy Technology covers the wide spectrum of energy sources being developed and improved today, from solar, wind, and geothermal to more exotic technologies, such as nuclear fusion. High-impact photos and explanatory graphics and charts bring scientific concepts to life. Features include...
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Thrilling new discoveries in science and technology are announced almost daily. Cutting-Edge Science and Technology keeps readers at the forefront of new research. Medical Research and Technology covers a wide range of cutting-edge medical topics, from growing organs for transplant and fighting cancer to gene therapy, personal data tracking, and robots in medicine. High-impact photos and explanatory graphics and charts bring scientific concepts to...
19) Nanotechnology
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IL: MG+ - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 3
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Thrilling new discoveries in science and technology are announced almost daily. Cutting-Edge Science and Technology keeps readers at the forefront of new research. Nanotechnology covers the amazing advances scientists and engineers have made in microscopic technology, including applications in medicine, safety gear, self-cleaning surfaces, and tiny computers. High-impact photos and explanatory graphics and charts bring scientific concepts to life....
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Thrilling new discoveries in science and technology are announced almost daily. Cutting-Edge Science and Technology keeps readers at the forefront of new research. Space Exploration covers incredible work being done in our solar system, ranging from the New Horizons Pluto mission to cutting-edge studies on comets, engine technology, and humanity's future journeys to Mars. High-impact photos and explanatory graphics and charts bring scientific concepts...
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