The Secrets Of The Seasons

The family from Secrets of the Garden are back in a new book about backyard science that explains why the seasons change. Alice and her friend Zack explore the reasons for the seasons. Alice's narrative is all about noticing the changes as fall turns into winter, spring, and then summer. She explains how the earth's yearlong journey around the sun, combined with the tilt in the earth's axis, makes the seasons happen. Alice's text is clear and simple, and experiential. Two very helpful—and very funny—chickens give more science details and further explanation through charts, diagrams, and sidebars. Packed with sensory details, humor, and solid science, this book makes a complicated concept completely clear for young readers—and also for the many parents who struggle to answer their kids' questions! "Several adults of my acquaintance . . . would find Secrets of the Seasons to be an eye-popping revelation." —John Lithgow, The New York Times Book Review

We need this book now-more than ever. Today, our Mother Earth is giving us a time-out to go to our corners and think about what we have done, and she is compelling us to wake up and to remember that we are all connected from the global markets and economies to the air we inhale and exhale. One day we will realize that there is nothing more important in the world than knowing that each of us has a gift and that we are all here to support each other to fulfill that gift. The Secrets of the Seasons can help a sleepwalking world awaken and live a life of passion, purpose, and magic. There is an ancient yet easily testable way of bringing love and joy back into the world. We can use it to come together and shake people from their slumber while initiating a new paradigm of consciousness and capitalism, loving respect, and a better life for all. When embraced and understood, the power and simplicity of these secrets-as given to Lawrence Ford and as shared with you in this book, will transform your life. By embodying the deep meaning and transformative potential these secrets have for all of our lives, and by learning to make use of the upgraded big picture reality co-creation operating system that underlies this set of ancient wisdom-based roadmaps, we can come to live whole, in peace and prosperity, individually and collectively, as ourselves, our families, and the whole world. Like every snowflake, the special song your soul sings is completely unique to you, just as your reason for being here is unique to you. Throughout the entirety of our physical existence on earth-through all the twists and turns on all the pathways that each of us goes down as we move through the cyclical seasons of our lives-we are guided to remember our soul's unique song and our reason for being here. You can tune into that knowledge at any moment of your life-including right now-just as you can tune into the pure love you knew yourself to be upon being born and for quite some time after that. As Lawrence Ford reminds us, "You are here for a reason."

Molly and Hannah have just lost their mother, and while Dad "figures things out," they're sent to stay with their grandparents in a quiet country town. Everything starts to change when Molly comes to the rescue of an injured man--a man with something magical about him.

The loving hand of God is at work in even the most unsettling circumstances... In the seemingly ordinary Amish home of Grace Byler, secrets abound. Why does her mother weep and wander deep in the night? And why does her father refuse to admit something is dreadfully wrong? Then, in one startling moment, the quiet life Grace has known is irrevocably altered, leaving her to question all she has been taught about love, family, and commitment. "No one does Amish-based inspirationals better than Lewis." Booklist

Compares the transitional cycles of marriage to those of nature, describes the attitudes and emotions of each season, and offers seven strategies that enable couples to enhance and improve their marital relationship.

First in an Amish romance series from the author of the Promise Lodge novels, “a heartwarming new voice for fans of Beverly Lewis” (Emma Miller, author of An Amish Mystery series). Welcome to Willow Ridge, Missouri! In this cozy Amish town along the banks of the river, the Old Ways are celebrated at the Sweet Seasons Bakery Café, and love is a gift God gives with grace . . . Summer has come to Willow Ridge, but Rachel Lantz is looking forward to a whole new season in her life—marriage to strapping carpenter Micah Brenneman, her childhood sweetheart. When a strange Englischer arrives in the café claiming to be the long-lost sister of Rachel and her twin Rhoda, Rachel feels the sturdy foundation of her future crumbling—including Micah’s steadfast love. As the days heat up and tempers flare, Rachel and Micah will learn that even when God’s plan isn’t clear, it will always lead them back to each other . . . “Hubbard centers her new inspirational series on the Sweet Seasons Café, where everyone in Willow Ridge, Mo., knows your name . . . those who enjoy a glimpse of the culture will find the story appealing.”—Publishers Weekly “Hubbard begins a new Amish series, Seasons of the Heart, with lovable characters who are learning that God has more in store for them than they realize. Hubbard will amaze readers with her knowledge of Amish living.”—RT Book Reviews Seasons of the Heart series praise “Fans of Amish fiction will love the Seasons of the Heart series.”—Marta Perry, national bestselling author “These very special books will sit proudly on my keeper shelf!”—Romance Reviews Today

A fine exclusive edition of one of literature’s most beloved stories. Featuring a laser-cut jacket on a textured book with foil stamping, all titles in this series will be first editions. No more than 10,000 copies will be printed, and each will be individually numbered from 1 to 10,000. "I wish the spring was here now," said Mary. "I want to see all the things that grow in England.” When orphaned Mary Lennox comes to live at her uncle's great house, she finds it full of secrets. The mansion has nearly one hundred rooms, and her uncle keeps himself locked up. And at night, she hears the sound of crying echoing down one of the long corridors. The gardens surrounding the large property are Mary's only escape. One day, Mary discovers a secret garden, surrounded by walls and locked with a missing key. With the help of two unexpected companions, Mary discovers a way in—and becomes determined to bring the garden back to life. The Secret Garden (Seasons Edition--Spring) is one of four titles available in March 2021. The spring season also will include Emma, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame.