As ferociously fresh as it was more than a half century ago, this remarkable allegory of a downtrodden society of overworked, mistreated animals, and their quest to create a paradise of progress, justice, and equality is one of the most scathing satires ever published. As we witness the rise and bloody fall of the revolutionary animals, we begin to recognize the seeds of totalitarianism in the most idealistic organization; and in our most charismatic leaders, the souls of our cruelest oppressors.

Until the moment he received a frantic call from his father, Daniel believed his parents were headed into a peaceful, well-deserved retirement. They had sold their home and business in London, and said "farewell to England" with a cheerful party where all their friends had gathered to wish them well on their great adventure: setting off to begin life anew on a remote, bucolic farm in rural Sweden. But with that phone call, everything changes. Your mother's not well, his father tells him. She's been imagining things--terrible, terrible things. She's had a psychotic breakdown, and has been committed to a mental hospital. Daniel prepares to rush to Sweden, on the first available flight the next day. Before he can board the plane, his father contacts him again with even more frightening news: his mother has been released from the hospital, and he doesn't know where she is. Then, he hears from his mother: I'm sure your father has spoken to you. Everything that man has told you is a lie. I'm not mad. I don't need a doctor. I need the police. I'm about to board a flight to London. Meet me at Heathrow. Caught between his parents, and unsure of who to believe or trust, Daniel becomes his mother's unwilling judge and jury as she tells him an urgent tale of secrets, of lies, of a horrible crime and a conspiracy that implicates his own father.

Healthy eating becomes a hazard when a local farm is sabotaged in this ninth book of the Nancy Drew Diaries. Nancy, Bess, and George are thinking about joining Black Creek Farm CSA (Community Supported Agriculture). Sam and Abby Heyworth run both Black Creek's organic farm and the CSA, a program where people pay to receive fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the growing season. Buyers get local produce at a reasonable price; the farmers get money to run their farm. Everybody wins! But during a fundraising dinner showcasing the farm's produce, several people become seriously ill, and tests reveal that the fruits and vegetables are contaminated with deadly E. coli bacteria. Sam swears his produce is clean: E. coli doesn't magically appear in vegetables; it has to be transferred by animals or contaminated equipment. And after the Heyworth's greenhouse is trashed and their chickens are killed by an intruder, Nancy thinks all signs point to sabotage. Nancy, Bess, and George are on the case. But who would try to ruin a farm? And why?

In an irreverent new series in the tradition of Terry Pratchett novels and The Princess Bride, the New York Times bestselling authors of the Iron Druid Chronicles and Star Wars: Phasma reinvent fantasy, fairy tales, and floridly written feast scenes. Once upon a time, in a faraway kingdom, a hero, the Chosen One, was born . . . and so begins every fairy tale ever told. This is not that fairy tale. There is a Chosen One, but he is unlike any One who has ever been Chosened. And there is a faraway kingdom, but you have never been to a magical world quite like the land of Pell. There, a plucky farm boy will find more than he's bargained for on his quest to awaken the sleeping princess in her cursed tower. First there's the Dark Lord who wishes for the boy's untimely death . . . and also very fine cheese. Then there's a bard without a song in her heart but with a very adorable and fuzzy tail, an...

As Chelsea plans her wedding, missing family members cast shadows. Eric’s unstable girlfriend Dana causes distress for Jenny and Sam, but while Jenny battles her marijuana usage, Sam realizes the best place for their youngest is the farm. Dana’s anguish threatens to overwhelm, but other sinister forces bear down on all in the Willamette Valley.In the fifth book of the series, family loyalties are put to the test; Eric and Travis fret over Tanner, while Eric’s girlfriend Dana proves Sam and Jenny’s youngest hasn't fallen far from the tree. Mitch’s tenure in Iraq continues as Chelsea marries, then receives the shock of her life.As the recession hits America, the Cassels and Smiths are faced with further joys and dilemmas; Will and Bethany give Sam and Jenny their first grandchild, but Eric is torn by his love for an injured young woman. Jenny’s aches grow worse, but help for her illness soothes Rachel’s heart. David finds Rachel’s new boyfriend lacking, but when a cousin’s life is on the line, David’s reckless nature triggers a crisis.Events in Iraq add to the melancholy, but as a family gathers for various holidays, love is paramount. Then hearts are broken when one man’s revenge explodes. Will Arkendale ever be the same?

Written by an 11-year old, the book is about the capers of a family visiting a farm for the first time. Taking their dog along makes for some interesting twists in the tale.A rollicking account of parents taking their children to visit a farm for the first time - written by an 11 year-old South African city girl. The children and their dog gets into scrapes, meets different people, and discover new things on the farm - and a few other things besides.

In her new novel, perennial bestseller Anne Rice fuses her two uniquely seductive strains of narrative -- her Vampire legend and her lore of the Mayfair witches -- to give us a world of classic deep-south luxury and ancestral secrets. Welcome to Blackwood Farm: soaring white columns, spacious drawing rooms, bright, sun-drenched gardens, and a dark strip of the dense Sugar Devil Swamp. This is the world of Quinn Blackwood, a brilliant young man haunted since birth by a mysterious doppelgänger, “Goblin,” a spirit from a dream world that Quinn can’t escape and that prevents him from belonging anywhere. When Quinn is made a Vampire, losing all that is rightfully his and gaining an unwanted immortality, his doppelgänger becomes even more vampiric and terrifying than Quinn himself. As the novel moves backwards and forwards in time, from Quinn’s boyhood on Blackwood Farm to present day New Orleans, from ancient Athens to 19th-century Naples, Quinn seeks out the legendary Vampire Lestat in the hope of freeing himself from the spectre that draws him inexorably back to Sugar Devil Swamp and the explosive secrets it holds. A story of youth and promise, of loss and the search for love, of secrets and destiny, Blackwood Farm is Anne Rice at her mesmerizing best.From the Hardcover edition.

Before they were the Boxcar Children, Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny Alden lived with their parents on Fair Meadow Farm Although times are hard, the Aldens are happy—“the best family of all,” Mama likes to say. One day, a blizzard hits the countryside, and a traveling family needs shelter. The Aldens take them in, and the strangers soon become friends. But things never stay the same at the farm, and the spring and summer bring events that will forever change their lives. Newbery Award–winning author Patricia MacLachlan pays loving tribute to the classic novels by Gertrude Chandler Warner in this story of the Alden children’s origins.

When sensible, sophisticated Flora Poste is orphaned at nineteen, she decides her only choice is to descend upon relatives in deepest Sussex. At the aptly named Cold Comfort Farm, she meets the doomed Starkadders: cousin Judith, heaving with remorse for unspoken wickedness; Amos, preaching fire and damnation; their sons, lustful Seth and despairing Reuben; child of nature Elfine; and crazed old Aunt Ada Doom, who has kept to her bedroom for the last twenty years. But Flora loves nothing better than to organize other people. Armed with common sense and a strong will, she resolves to take each of the family in hand. A hilarious and merciless parody of rural melodramas, Cold Comfort Farm (1932) is one of the best-loved comic novels of all time.

**PART TWO in the brand new series from Holly Hepburn, perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley and Katie Fforde** When Daisy's mother falls ill she is forced to return home. With her twin sons in tow, she moves back to Half Moon Farm, her family's ancient hop farm. But a new life in the Kent countryside isn't necessarily as idyllic as it might seem. Daisy's relationship with her mother is complicated and the tumbledown farm isn't the only thing that needs rebuilding. Daisy and her sons must adjust to life with estranged family, a leaking roof, and no WiFi. Luckily for Daisy, she might yet find some distraction in silver fox farmer, Drew, or in the haughty heir to the nearby estate, Kit, who she can't seem to avoid. Daisy must learn to juggle her new life, the boys, and the daunting task of updating the farm. But there are secrets lurking in her family's past that might throw everything into further disarray...

Rachel Kilkenny comes from Denver for a short stay at the Iowa farm she's inherited with her brother, Davie. She assumes they'll manage the homeplace together, and he and his family will move in. But nothing goes according to this simple plan. Her feisty sister-in-law delivers a shocking demand, and Davie avoids helping pack up the parents' possessions. Then, in the midst of a troubling week, Rachel meets a handsome bicycle shop owner who sets her thoughts spinning in a new direction. Will the future be completely different than anybody expected?

Meet Dylan ChunSecretive. Powerful. He considers himself a man of justice. His trade is information.Chun is a hunter. Hacker. Killer. But now his life is not his own. Devastated, he's determined to find out why he and his family are targeted.He's on a mission, seeking help when necessary and going it alone when the stakes are high. Chun must reconcile who's after him, what they want and the price he has to pay.The FarmChun must determine why he and his family have been targeted and who he can trust.  A career shrouded in mystery and confidential projects has come back to haunt him. Can he and his team stop The Network?

Tyler and Lucinda have to spend summer vacation with their ancient uncle Gideon, a farmer. They think they're in for six weeks of cows, sheep, horses, and pigs. But when they arrive in deserted Standard Valley, California, they discover that Ordinary Farm is, well, no ordinary farm. The bellowing in the barn comes not from a cow but from a dragon. The thundering herd in the valley? Unicorns. Uncle Gideon's sprawling farmhouse never looks the same twice. Plus, there's a flying monkey, a demon squirrel, and a barnload of unlikely farmhands with strange accents and even stranger powers. At first, the whole place seems like a crazy adventure. But when darker secrets begin to surface and Uncle Gideon and his fabulous creatures are threatened, Lucinda and Tyler have to pull together to take action. Will two ordinary kids be able to save the dragons, the farm--and themselves? Expert storytellers Tad Williams and Deborah Beale take readers on an extraordinary...

USA TODAY bestselling author Kathryn Springer brings holiday cheer in this festive story about fresh starts and unexpected love blooming on a snow-covered Christmas tree farm.It's three weeks until Christmas, and Lucy Gable is not in the holiday spirit. She's the assistant to bestselling romance author Brynn Dixon, who's been suffering from major burnout. Hoping to reduce Brynn's stress, Lucy's organized an intimate book tour—one that includes a charming little Christmas tree farm. And they're still hoping that no one discovers that Lucy was the one who finished writing Brynn's last book...But Lucy's carefully planned book tour is going completely awry. The Christmas tree farm owner is a reluctant host, the fans are going wild for the changes Lucy's made to the book and Brynn's adult son—who no one else knows about—is an unexpected (if handsome) distraction. And, as if those challenges aren't enough, a winter storm at the farm is...

This story is the first in the Magical Murphy Farm series. The Murphy Family Farm is an enchanted farm that owes much of its success to an agreement made between the Murphys and the Fairy Folk over a century ago in Ireland.This story is the first in the Magical Murphy Farm series. The Murphy Family Farm is an enchanted farm that owes much of its success to an agreement made between the Murphys and the Fairy Folk over a century ago in Ireland. With over a hundred acres of farm land, the fairies and enchanted creatures work together to help the Murphy Family keep the farm prosperous enough to be generous to the community. The fairy folk call the Murphy Farm Lismore Baile, their words for "Bountiful Home."The wondrous world of Lismore Baile awaits!In this first book, young Brooke Murphy enjoys life living on a her family's centennial farm. The Murphy Family Farm has prospered for over a century, producing better than any farm in the area. Life on a farm couldn't be better for Brooke and her animal friends. One day, she decides to go for a walk in her mother's elaborate garden. On her way there, she finds some magical spectacles that allow her to see fairy folk and magical creatures. Brooke becomes more and more excited during her adventure while learning about the inner workings of the farm she calls home. As she ventures down the hidden path of the garden, she greets the enchanted people of Lismore Baile, a magical realm where fantasy meets reality and the two work together to bring in the harvest. Brooke is given an errand by one of the fairies, one that she has to get done before bed time.Some of the characters she meets include the flower fairies Marigold and Violet. Aurora is another fairy that Brooke meets along the way. Aurora helps keep the farm warm with some special help from her friend Fireglide (a volcano dragon). Everyone has something to do to keep the Murphy Farm thriving, including Brooke.Brooke learns from Lily (possibly the last water nymph of her kind) that fairies and magical creatures have always been a part of the Murphy Family Farm.After so many adventures, how will Brooke get safely home before it gets dark? With time running out, perhaps a little magic is needed. Perfect reader for ages 9+ or great to read to children of any age. Adults will also like this uplifting story. This story emphasizes helping others, being thankful and the rewards for being generous.

**PART FOUR in the brand new series from Holly Hepburn, perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley and Katie Fforde** When Daisy's mother falls ill she is forced to return home. With her twin sons in tow, she moves back to Half Moon Farm, her family's ancient hop farm. But a new life in the Kent countryside isn't necessarily as idyllic as it might seem. Daisy's relationship with her mother is complicated and the tumbledown farm isn't the only thing that needs rebuilding. Daisy and her sons must adjust to life with estranged family, a leaking roof, and no WiFi. Luckily for Daisy, she might yet find some distraction in silver fox farmer, Drew, or in the haughty heir to the nearby estate, Kit, who she can't seem to avoid. Daisy must learn to juggle her new life, the boys, and the daunting task of updating the farm. But there are secrets lurking in her family's past that might throw everything into further disarray...

They were brought together by knitting, but past mistakes might just keep them apart. When Travis is told that he needs to start a hobby, he never expects to take up knitting. But a bright display in a yarn store has him stopping to check it out. There he meets Gavin, divorced father of a teenager, who owns sheep and makes his own yarn from their wool. Their attraction is instant, but that only lasts until Gavin finds out that Travis cheated on his last boyfriend. Gavin doesn’t want to be hurt, and he doesn’t know if he can trust Travis not to break his heart the same way he broke Cal’s. But sometimes people deserve a second chance, and Travis has learned his lesson. If they’re willing to take a chance on each other, they might just find love again.

Tyler and Lucinda have been invited for another summer at mysterious, wonderful, scary Ordinary Farm, but this year something sinister is going on with their great-uncle Gideon and his unique animals, the dragons, unicorns, and sea-serpents he has rescued out of the time-rift called the Fault Line. The farm is under threat from Gideon’s billionaire rival Ed Stillman, and Gideon’s security measures include dangerous new creatures like bunyips and manticores.But all the security in the world can’t protect Lucinda, Tyler, and the farm from dangers closer to home, like the witch Mrs. Needle and her son Colin, who want Ordinary Farm for themselves. The children do everything they can to keep the farm and its fabulous beasts safe, but when Uncle Gideon vanishes things quickly get worse – much worse.Everything is going wrong. The farm is breaking down around them and the people who live there -- each one a stranded traveler from the past -- are terrified. The stakes have never been higher. Can Tyler and Lucinda find a way to save Ordinary Farm?Master storytellers Tad Williams and Deborah Beale create a white-knuckle tale for their second book of adventures at Ordinary Farm.Praise for "The Dragons of Ordinary Farm"A Smithsonian Notable Book for Children 2009A Barnes & Noble Personal Picks Best Children’s Book of 2009“…readers will be rewarded with an exciting conclusion and many tantalizing seeds planted for future summers” Booklist“A gripping fantasy with realistic but appealing characters as well as scientific magic that explains the appearance of legendary creatures. Boy-girl protagonists and nonstop adventure make this a good choice for fantasy fans… who will be left, like Tyler and Lucinda, looking forward to their next visit to Ordinary Farm” School Library Journal“The Dragons of Ordinary Farm is an exciting beginning to a new series. The plot is clever, the characters interesting and mysterious, and best of all, it has dragons! I’ve long been a fan of Tad Williams, so I was delighted to learn that he and his wife, Deborah Beale, now have a book for young adults. I can hardly wait for their next page-turning adventure.” Christopher Paolini “There’s nothing ordinary about Ordinary Farm, a place filled with strange creatures, human and otherwise, and dangers around every corner. Readers will identify with Tyler and Lucinda and wish they were there with them. This is a rousing tale that should and will find a wide readership.” Terry Brooks'THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I HAVE EVER READ... A truly phenomenal book' Literacy Time Plus‘An unusual, engrossing story full of excitement and shocks’ Primary Times‘Extremely descriptive and exciting – I couldn’t put it down!’ Chicklish‘After turning the 412th page, I was left wanting to know more' Fantasy Book Review‘Expert storytellers Tad Williams and Deborah Beale take readers on an extraordinary adventure’Books on BoardReview'made me laugh and cry' Nayu's Reading Corner. 'well told' Irish Times. Review'made me laugh and cry' Nayu's Reading Corner.

Wychetts (pronounced "Witch-etts") is a magical fantasy series for 9-12 year olds, which adults will also enjoy. After discovering the secret powers of Wychetts and the Key to Magic, the third story finds Bryony and Edwin trapped on a farm possessed by an ancient evil that threatens to engulf the world!The third book in the Wychetts series.“Forgive me, but you must be lost if you’re heading towards Barrenbrake Farm...”A pleasant country hike turns into a struggle to save the world, when a shortcut home takes Bryony, Edwin and their parents through a derelict farm manned by walking scarecrows.Held captive by the farm’s cruel owners, the children must face their darkest fears to prevent an old enemy raising an ancient power and plunging the whole planet into eternal darkness...

      This is a novel about identity and belonging - guilt and atonement - the unrealistic expectations placed on children and the pain of coming of age. It's about small lies and dark secrets - and how the need to love and be loved endures. But above all it's about a beautiful, desolate, complex place. 1939, and Will and Alice are evacuated to a granite farm in north Cornwall, perched on a windswept cliff. There they meet the farmer's daughter, Maggie, and against shimmering barley fields and a sky that stretches forever, enjoy a childhood largely protected from the ravages of war. But in the sweltering summer of 1943 something happens that will have tragic consequences. A small lie escalates out of all proportion. Over 70 years on Alice is determined to make amends - but has she left it too late? 2014, and Maggie's granddaughter Lucy flees to the childhood home she couldn't wait to leave thirteen years earlier, marriage over - career apparently ended thanks to one terrible mistake. Can she rebuild herself and the family farm? And can she help her grandmother, plagued by a secret, to find some lasting peace?  

Preorder the brand new romantic comedy from bestselling author Christie Barlow Return to Love Heart Lane for friendship, romance and a community who will be be there for you no matter what... Isla and Drew Alloway appear to have the perfect life – a strong marriage, two beautiful children and their picture-perfect home, Foxglove Farm. But, new mum Isla is struggling. She loves her little family but with Drew working all hours on the farm, Isla's lonely. When she discovers that Drew has been keeping secrets from her, Isla has to face losing the home they all love.Can the Love Heart Lane community pull together once more to help save Foxglove Farm? And can Isla save her home...and her marriage?

With their summer of freedom upon them, 18-year-old farm girls Meredith and Jackie vow to take advantage of the season before Meredith heads to college in the fall. But Jackie throws Meredith for a loop when she admits that she might be a lesbian. Wanting to help her friend through this time of discovery, Meredith agrees to let Jackie experiment with her, giving her body over completely and letting Jackie do whatever she wants. Inexperienced and confused Jackie is eager but worried, wanting so badly to please her best friend and come to terms with her feelings. -- “What?” said Meredith. “Are you serious?” Jackie nodded. “So, you’re a…” Meredith said, trailing off. “A lesbian?” said Jackie. “I don’t know. I’ve thought about it. I just don’t know.”This 3600 word short story is a sweet first time lesbian experience between two college-aged friends. It contains tender yet explicit bicurious exploration. It's a well-written coming-of-age romp that you're sure to enjoy. See the Look Inside for more!**

Pre-order the next emotional read in the Seabreeze Farm series, from best-selling author Jo Bartlett...but have your tissues ready!.A summer to remember...Georgia Banks knows she's living on borrowed time. So, when doctors tell her she's got one last summer to make all her dreams come true, she's determined to make every day count.The one thing that's never in doubt, is that she wants her best friend, Gabe, to be with her every step of the way. And so, Georgia draws up her not-a-bucket list with all the things she's determined to tick off before she goes – number one of which is to spend one last summer by the sea.Seabreeze Farm perched high on the cliffs above the English Channel is the perfect spot, and surrounded by the antics of its menagerie of rescued animals and the warmth of the friendship she's offered there, Georgia starts to believe she can live out all her dreams before it's too late. And just when she thinks there's nothing left to wish...

For some folks in small-town Georgia, Hart's Hollow farm has seen better days. But for the Hart family matriarch, it's a home worth fighting for . . . From the moment Kristen Daniels arrives at Hart's Hollow, the place speaks to her soul. So when seventy-three-year-old Emmy Hart asks Kristen to help return the farm to its former glory, Kristen accepts—despite her fears about getting involved with Emmy—or the two kids in Emmy's care. Then there's the matter of Emmy's ruggedly handsome grandson, who stirs feelings Kristen believed were long gone . . . When Mitch Hart left home at age eighteen, he thought he'd kicked the red dust off his boots forever. But he's haunted by his violent upbringing and the loss of the sister he couldn't save. Now he's determined to see his orphaned niece and nephew settled in a better life. Emmy's ideas about saving the farm only convince Mitch that his grandmother is as crazy as everyone in town suspects....

Early Readers will love reading about Dex the dog and his search for a friend to play with on the farm. Real photos of Dex and his friends, along with repeated text and simple sentences...will assist your child to read this interesting book about a very lovable dog. Suitable for kindergarten, preschool and year 1 children as a read-a-long book or a learn to read book. Bonus Section at the end.Early Readers will love reading about Dex the dog and his search for a friend to play with on the farm. Real photos of Dex and his friends, along with repeated text and simple sentences...will assist your child to read this interesting book about a very lovable dog. Suitable for kindergarten, preschool and year 1 children as a read-a-long book or a learn to read book. Written by Katrina Kahler, a highly experienced and award winning teacher with 30 years of successful experience with teaching children to read. An added bonus section at the end of the book gives parents information on how best to read with their children. Learning to read at a young age will give your child a huge head start to their learning and develop a life long love of reading.

All Dillon wants to do is flirt with his crush. Too bad his family keeps getting in the way. It’s Saturday night and nineteen-year-old beekeeper Dillon should be at home enjoying game night with his big family, but he can’t resist another trip to the strip club. It’s the only night he gets to see Cal, who stars in all Dillon’s fantasies and has no idea he’s been using a fake ID to get in to see him. But making fantasy a reality? That’s difficult, especially when Dillon’s family can’t see him as an adult, let alone someone capable of dating a man twice his age. And that’s only the beginning of the complications that seem determined to keep Dillon and Cal apart.

Hillside Farm, nestled in the rolling hills of the Welsh countryside, is a safe haven for Ella. Working with her aunt Bron, she runs her own business, sharing her love of horses to help those in emotional need. Living on the remote farm, and with just the horses and her aunt for company, Ella thinks she has finally found a place where she can forget her own past and find peace.But the arrival of a small girl called Hope and her father Harry changes everything. As Ella helps the pair come to terms with their loss, she realizes she too deserves happiness. But is it too late to find it?Finding Hope at Hillside Farm is a heartwarming tale of loss, love and new beginnings by Rachael Lucas.

Welcome to Embthwaite Farm, a charming English home in North Yorkshire, belonging to the fractured Mowbray family... When Rachel Mowbray left behind her family farm in North Yorkshire at eighteen, she never planned on returning. But when her ex-childhood sweetheart calls and insists she return due to her father's declining health, she travels north. Every moment home reminds Rachel why she left—her sister Harriet is both hostile and cold, her father barely communicates with anyone, and the house feels stuck in time. Plus, her old neighbour and ex, sheep farmer Ben Mackey, still has the power to make her pulse race...a decidedly unwelcome realization! As a can-do businesswoman, Rachel wants to sweep in and fix everything, but it seems as if no one actually wants her help and nothing goes according to plan. Even more alarmingly, she must face the confounding memories of her own childhood—and she questions how many of them she can truly...

Packed with a punch, this short story poses the question: "How far will we go to protect the lives and reputations of those we love?" Set amid the dust-bowl era of rural Kansas, one young man must find out. Follow him as he intrepidly leads us through the struggles of rural poverty, family tragedy, and the inherent need to remain morally intact--regardless of the outcome.Manta Books brings in not-that-efficient PI/part-time bondsman Ben Miles to track down a missing piece of art from a legendary newspaper cartoonist, a seemingly-simple job involving newspaper cartoons and digging through boxes of paper. But nothing is what it seems when it comes to a Ben Miles case, and more than likely, he’s gonna end up getting his ass kicked over a comic book, especially when the mob gets involved.

Lyssa is finally ready to face the world as she truly is, and she’d love to find someone to share her life with. Cindy isn’t looking for a relationship, but when she meets Lyssa all that changes. Lyssa is ready to move on with her new life where she can be truly herself. She’s been trying new things, and a watercolor class sounds like fun. But when she gets there, no one wants to sit next to her. All the women treat her like an outcast, and Lyssa begins to doubt whether she was really ready for this step after all. But then Cindy sits down beside her, and the women form a quick friendship. Cindy has always considered herself to be straight, but that line is quickly blurring as she and Lyssa spend more time together. She doesn’t care that Lyssa is trans, or that her own family is less than pleased with her dating a woman. The people who matter most to her are happy for her, and for these two women, making each other happy is more than enough.

In Maryrose Wood's stunning middle-grade novel, Alice's Farm, a brave young rabbit must work with her natural predators to save her farmland home and secretly help the farm's earnest but incompetent new owners.When a new family moves into Prune Street Farm, Alice and the other cottontails are cautious. The new owners are from the city; the family and their dog are not at all what the rabbits expect, and soon Alice is making new friends and doing things no rabbit has done before. When she overhears a plan by a developer to run the family off and bulldoze the farm, Alice comes up with a plan, helped by the farmer's son, and other animals, including a majestic bald eagle. Here is a stunning celebration of life, the bitter and the sweet. Alice is some rabbit – a character readers will love for generations to come.

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.

Sunset at Embthwaite Farm: A Mowbray Sisters Romance

She grows flowers. He raises bees for honey. They help each other out, because that's what neighbors do...Belinda Graber loves growing flowers for her family to sell at the Amish marketplace. Venturing beyond the farm to sell them in town, though, is out of the question. People would stare at the birthmark on her cheek, and she's dealt with enough teasing in her life. As a beekeeper, Adam Fisher knows how blessed he is to live next door to the Grabers' greenhouses and fields. But when his father is injured, Adam has to take a job at the local mill. How will he manage the honey harvest? Adam and Belinda make a deal: if she tends his hives, he'll sell her flowers in town. Belinda's sure that her growing feelings for Adam could never be returned. Meanwhile, Adam can't help but notice how his shy neighbor charms the bees...or is he the one being charmed? Because his last...

From FSGO x Logic: stories about rural China, food, and tech that reveal new truths about the globalized worldIn Going Down to the Country, the technologist and writer Xiaowei Wang explores the political and social entanglements of technology in rural China. Her discoveries force her to challenge the standard idea that rural culture and people are backward, conservative, and intolerant. Instead, she finds that rural China has not only adapted to rapid globalization but has actually innovated the technology we all use today. From pork farmers using AI to produce the perfect pig, to disruptive luxury counterfeits and the political intersections of e-commerce villages, Wang unravels the ties between globalization, technology, agriculture, and commerce in unprecedented fashion. Accompanied by humorous "Sinofuturist" recipes that frame meals as they transform under new technology, Going Down to the Country is an original and probing...

It's out of the frying pan and into the fire for Thelma and Louisa in this new farm to fun cozy mystery series! Polish chicken breeder Louisa Eggers and her beloved hen, Thelma, are enjoying life sunny side up in their earthy cottagecore community of Meadowbrook. Friends and neighbors can't get enough of Louisa's special breakfast recipes, and she has high hopes of feathering her nest with income from the budding egg enterprise. But when a local naysayer, seemingly determined to bring bad press to Louisa's community, lifestyle, and café is found dead with a belly full of her quiche, and the coroner crows murder, all eyes turn to Louisa for an explanation. To save their business and reputation, Thelma and Louisa lay a plan to find the killer. Can they crack this case before it's too late? Or will they find themselves in a heaping helping of trouble?

This book wraps the reality of lives in an inspirational tale of hard work and pluck. Success wasn\'t becoming a millionaire, it was getting a steady job with prospects for advancement. In Frank\'s Campaign, a boy goes on a pretty uneventful but somehow adventurous trip to the farm to help out, even though he\'s unskilled in farm work.

When Bunny Coburn was growing up, neighbors came together in times of hardship. No matter the trouble, they faced it with determination, camaraderie, and resourcefulness. In the midst of the Great Depression, despite record-breaking heat and crop failure, growing up on the family farm was nevertheless filled with bucolic pleasures.Farm Girl is Beuna "Bunny" Coburn Carlson's loving tribute to the gently rolling hills of western Wisconsin. With an inviting and fluid voice, she shares intimate moments of happinesses from her childhood: collecting butternuts for homemade maple candy, watching her father read by the flickering light of a kerosene lamp, and the joy of finding a juicy orange at the bottom of a Christmas stocking. Underlying each vignette is the courage of a strong family surviving adversity and finding comfort in one another. Hers is a memoir that readers can dip in and out of with pleasure.

The Lavender Farm was Gabe's idea. He recalled the lavender fields from his childhood in his native Italy, before he had immigrated to America with his parents. "Oh, the fragrance on a morning mist-heaven come to earth," he had said. "I can't even describe it to you, Lyra. The scent always seemed to me like the first real breath of dawn."Now Gabe was on the battlefield with the 45th Infantry, fighting to free the old country from the fascist dictator, Mussolini. And it was up to his wife, Lyra, to breathe life into Gabe's vision - to coax the hardy lavender plants to take root in the rocky Arizona soil.And just when normal had re-established itself in her household, a knock came at the door. Her mother-in-law had gone to town that morning, so she grabbed baby Luca and clutched him to her chest as she opened the door."Telegram, Ma'am. If you would sign right here, please."Since Gabe left, Lyra had wished for time to flee faster, and now it had brought...

From the author of the viral TikTok sensation, The Pumpkin Spice Cafe and The Cinnamon Bun Book Store, comes the only spicy grumpy x sunshine Christmas romcom you need this year! 'A charming break from reality' Publishers Weekly Every book in the Dream Harbor series can be read as a standalone. Kira North hates Christmas. Which is unfortunate since she just bought a Christmas tree farm in a town that's too cute for its own good. Bennett Ellis is on vacation in Dream Harbor taking a break from his life in California. And most importantly, taking a break from his latest run of disastrous dates. After a run in with Kira in her fields, Ben has no intention of offering to help the grumpy owner set up her tree farm, despite the fact she's clearly got no idea what she's doing. Kira knows she should stop being so stubborn, but her farm is not all cute and cozy like people always show on social media, it's borderline dangerous with no heating, and she'd rather no one saw it. But somehow...

Nat Nason was a poor country boy with a strong desire to better his condition. Life on the farm was unusually hard for him, and after a quarrel with his miserly uncle, with whom he resided, he resolved to strike out for himself. This novel will show the difference between life in a quiet country place and in a great bustling city, and especially as that difference shows itself to the eyes of a country boy. Life is not easy, you need to worked hard to earn fame and success.

Hope surged through Macalister Fontaine as he clicked the arriving message from the match-making agency, opening the missive to see his latest match. A woman, in trouble, who inherited a farm, right in Iowa, less than two hours away. A woman, expecting a child, with no immediate family and nearly broke. She needed a hero, but what he needed to know was the percentages of compatibility on paper.Kylie West found herself in an unfortunate situation, but she loved the farm in Iowa left to her by Granpa Ollie. It was her birthright. In her abdomen was the next generation of Wests to till the land. Only one problem, she needed help, in the worst way.Pack your bags as we load up the wagon train for a roll to Iowa with Macalister Fontaine, Kylie West, Hawkeye, Goldfinches, and the farm.

Sheep Farm expands on Christ’s analogy of people as sheep in His parables. Bennie is a curious little sheep who is more than a sheep because he thinks for himself. Join Bennie as he ventures out into the greater world beyond the farm and meets new friends that may just be the key to the farm’s survival. Discover the strength and hope for the future we all can find when we engage our minds.“Let the little children come to Me.” Matthew 19:14“I am sending you out as sheep among the wolves.” Matthew 10:16For as long as any of the animals could remember the old farmer had run the farm and controlled their lives. They had little choice and for the most part did not care. The wolves in the woods were kept at bay, and no sheep were lost because of them. Only the old sheep remembered the threat of the wolves. Bennie did not fear the wolves. He always watched out for them and would quickly return to the farm if he even thought they were nearby. Sheep Farm expands on Christ’s analogy of people as sheep in His parables. Patrick Rees draws inspiration from Animal Farm in this portrayal of Bennie, the curious little sheep who is more than a sheep because he thinks for himself. Bennie and his friends will face their biggest struggle when their tranquil existence on the farm suddenly changes. Join Bennie as he ventures out into the greater world beyond the farm and meets new friends that may just be the key to the farm’s survival as it faces its greatest challenge, the wolves in the woods. Sheep Farm artfully shows how people can be more than sheep when they engage their mind. Follow Bennie in his wanderlust as he embraces the farm’s new experiences with freedom. Discover the strength we all can find and hope for the future in today’s children.

After a war that nearly wipes everyone out, famine becomes the biggest problem as the toxic aftermath won't allow any growth. All of the plants and animals are nearly gone and people are dwindling. Then scientist come through by setting up farms in the vacant skyscrapers, using artificial sunlight and a sophisticated watering system. This story focuses on the regular schlubs that guard the farm.After a war that nearly wipes everyone out, famine becomes the biggest problem as the toxic aftermath won't allow any growth. All of the plants and animals are nearly gone and people are dwindling. Then scientist come through by setting up farms in the vacant skyscrapers, using artificial sunlight and a sophisticated watering system. This story focuses on the regular schlubs that guard the farm. The only reason that the people that remained survived the famine was because they had slow metabolisms. The remaining society consists of former fatties. Not survival of the fittest, the narrator points out, but survival of the fattest. The two friends get themselves into a bind when one of them is challenged to an honor duel by a mutant.

Everything you want in rural romance - heart, humour and hope' Sandie Docker, author of the much-loved The Kookaburra Creek CafeAn unexpected inheritance, a traumatic past and a family whose secrets are kept by the town.After a fractured childhood spent in foster homes, city-girl Roni has convinced herself that she has no need of anyone - other than her not-as-tough-as-he-looks rescued street cat, Scritches, and her unborn baby, who she's determined will feel all the love she's been denied.Despite facing a bleak future, Roni distrusts the news of a bequest from an unknown aunt, Marian Nelson. But, out of options, she and Scritches leave Sydney behind, bound for the 800-acre property on the edge of the wheat fields of South Australia.However, this is no simple inheritance: Marian seeks to control her legacy from beyond the grave by setting tasks that Roni must complete before she can claim the property and a life that could change her future. With everything...

Meet Emily, a girl with a conscience who always does the right thing, her bumbling parents, Mr and Mrs Pilcher who are always in a fix and Miss Yorktown the head keeper at Wallington Zoo, operator of the bonkers AutoManagement, Feeding, Cleaning and Veterinary Console! ™ A wacky, fun-filled, fast-paced kids adventure, full of good humor, colorful characters, monkey’s bottoms and rampaging animals!The hilarious first adventure of Emily Pilcher. Meet Emily, a girl with a conscience who always does the right thing, her bumbling parents, the hapless Mr and Mrs Pilcher, who are always getting into a fix and Miss Yorktown the head keeper at Wallington Zoo and operator of the bonkers AutoManagement, Feeding, Cleaning and Veterinary Console! ™Emily lives on a boring old farm that has no animals. As a rare birthday treat, her parents, the bumbling Mr and Mrs Pilcher, take Emily to Wallington Zoo to meet the formidable head zookeeper, Miss Yorktown and the newfangled AutoManagement, Feeding, Cleaning and Veterinary Console! ™When the bonkers machine blows up, opening every door, gate and hatch in the zoo! The animals break out, creating havoc in the town centre!Events take a turn for the worse when Bertha, a very old, very tired, and very grumpy looking rhinoceros, takes exception and confronts Miss Yorktown in the town square. Pandemonium ensues as Bertha lowers her 31-inch horn and begins to charge…A wacky, funny, fun-filled and fast-paced kids adventure, full of good humor, colourful characters, monkey’s bottoms and rampaging animals!If you enjoyed Emily Pilcher: Pilcher’s Farm! Don’t miss Emily’s second adventure in:Emily Pilcher and the Golden Eye!A humorous, exotic adventure set against a backdrop of travel, friendship and whispered secrets!

Megan and Josh are on a two-week vacation in Florida from Atlanta. Coming back from a day trip exploring the antique shops in Arcadia, a cow on the road puts them in a ditch on a rural back road. A miscommunication over cell phones has them stranded. They find their way to a farmhouse and an old woman willing to rescue and take them in until help can arrive. Mrs. Sullivan entertains her guest with the story of how she came to live at Honey Tree Farm. She recounts meeting Jesse, the love of her life, and how a jealous bully tried to destroy their life together. What Megan and Josh discover is that love is precious and can indeed last beyond a lifetime.

One year after her husband's murder, Laura Tanner's grief has turned to frustration at the stalled police investigation. She accepts an invitation from relatives to leave St. Louis and tend their Christmas tree farm near Crystal Springs, Wisconsin, for two weeks. The small, peaceful community full of fond childhood memories is just the place for her to move plans of a bookstore off paper and into reality. Plus, she'll prod her reluctant private investigator uncle - there must be something he can do long distance to find justice for her husband.Brad Asher's military career ended when he lost an arm in Afghanistan. He's returned home to Crystal Springs and works part-time in real estate. When he learns of Laura's plans to settle in the community, he makes a few of his own. As the neighbor boy during her summer visits, he bumbled the opportunity to express his admiration for her. He's determined to make the most of this second chance.But Laura's arrival from St. Louis...

In 1910, rural healer Perliett Van Hilton is targeted by a superstitious killer and must rely on the local doctor and an intriguing newcomer for help. Over a century later, Molly Wasziak is pulled into a web of deception surrounding an old farmhouse. Will these women's voices be heard, or will time silence their truths forever?

When Daisy's mother falls ill she is forced to return home. With her twin sons in tow, she moves back to Half Moon Farm, her family's ancient hop farm. But a new life in the Kent countryside isn't necessarily as idyllic as it might seem. Daisy's relationship with her mother is complicated and the tumbledown farm isn't the only thing that needs rebuilding. Daisy and her sons must adjust to life with estranged family, a leaking roof, and no WiFi. Luckily for Daisy, she might yet find some distraction in silver fox farmer, Drew, or in the haughty heir to the nearby estate, Kit, who she can't seem to avoid.Daisy must learn to juggle her new life, the boys, and the daunting task of updating the farm. But there are secrets lurking in her family's past that might throw everything into further disarray...

When Andriana Milne-Marchetti kisses an old family friend under an apple tree, she never imagines he'll run halfway around the world and stay gone for three years. Thirty-five-year-old asexual Andie runs a small remote family farm in Scotland. She's happy with her fruit trees and berries. Her Airedale terrier, Rupert, provides all the companionship she needs. But her heart longs for one man, who probably never felt more than friendship for her. Silver fox Docherty Fabre returns home to Scotland, hoping to break through a year-long battle with writer's block. He's taking up residence in a tiny cottage on the Milne-Marchetti farm. Now, if he can avoid embarrassing himself for a second time in front of Andie, everything will be fine. Their second chance at romance comes from a year-long lockdown that prevents them from running away from their feelings. With no one else around, can they...