Mental Images

Mila Falks Welt gerät kurz vor ihrem 16. Geburtstag aus den Fugen, als ihre Mutter ein Jobangebot annimmt, das die Familie ins fremde Zürich führt. Mila kämpft mit der Trennung von ihrer besten Freundin Juno und der Einsamkeit an ihrer neuen Schule. Trost findet sie zunächst im Essen, doch als sich das äußerlich bemerkbar macht, gerät sie in die gefährliche Spirale einer Essstörung. Nach einem Zusammenbruch wird Mila in eine Klinik eingewiesen. Dort trifft sie Nicolas, den Sohn des Klinikdirektors, und verliebt sich in ihn.

Nor once dreamed of seeing the wondrous wealth and beauty of Ilara, the kingdom that's ruled her village for as long as anyone can remember. But when a childhood accident left her with a permanent scar, it became clear that her identical twin sister, Zadie, would likely be chosen to marry the Crown Prince - while Nor remained behind, unable to ever set foot on land. Then Zadie is gravely injured, and Nor is sent to Ilara in her place. To Nor's dismay, her future husband, Prince Ceren, is as forbidding and cold as his home - a castle carved into a mountain and devoid of sunlight.

Cameron Bright’s reputation can be summed up in one word: b*tch. It’s no surprise she’s queen bee at her private LA high school - she’s beautiful, talented, and notorious for her brutal honesty. But when she slips up in front of her crush, Andrew, any affection he may have had for her quickly fades. To win him over, Cameron resolves to “tame” herself, much like Shakespeare’s infamous shrew, Katherine. If she makes amends with everyone she’s ever wronged, Andrew will have to take notice.

When high school senior Jonas moves to Seattle, he is glad to meet Levi, a nice, soft-spoken guy and fellow basketball player. Suspense builds like a slow drumbeat as listeners start to smell a rat in Ryan Hartwell, a charismatic basketball coach and sexual predator. When Levi reluctantly tells Jonas that Hartwell abused him, Jonas has to decide whether he should risk his future career to report the coach.

Reeling from betrayal at the hands of the Whispers, Renata Convida is a girl on the run. With few options and fewer allies, she's reluctantly joined forces with none other than Prince Castian, her most infuriating and intriguing enemy. They're united by lofty goals: find the fabled Knife of Memory, kill the ruthless King Fernando, and bring peace to the nation. Together, Ren and Castian have a chance to save everything, if only they can set aside their complex and intense feelings for each other.

Our world and our minds can be pretty dark places, and you're not alone if you're struggling or feeling stuck. But what if you could stop that spiral of depression and reverse it? You may not be able to change the world around you, but you can change how you respond to it. Written by a clinical psychologist specializing in adolescent mental health, this engaging guide offers an array of activities you can use to jumpstart your motivation and turn destructive thoughts and behaviors into positive outlooks and actions that lead to a more promising future.

This exceptional and powerful anthology explores the joys, heartbreaks and triumphs of immigration, with stories by critically acclaimed and best-selling YA authors who are shaped by the journeys they and their families have taken from home - and to find home.

Para evitar el acoso, debe desarrollar su confianza en sí mismo y su autoestima, mantener una comunicación abierta con adultos de confianza y evitar situaciones en las que es probable que ocurra el acoso permaneciendo en grupos y cerca de adultos. Si lo acosan, informe el incidente a un adulto de confianza, mantenga la calma y aléjese de la situación. Para el acoso en línea, proteja su configuración de privacidad, no comparta información personal y mantenga informados a sus padres sobre sus actividades en línea.

The Oneness Guide for Today now provides a down-to-earth roadmap that offers compassionate guidance and self-empowerment tools in straightforward language without preaching. This is where Faith Spencer, an expert who teaches young women how to embrace and accept themselves, has developed effective ways for girls to identify, express, and respect their true selves despite the ups and downs of peer pressure and negative energy from others.

Want to spark your teen’s passion for the outdoors? Looking for a fun, engaging way to boost their independence and self-reliance? If they’re glued to screens and missing out on epic adventures, you’re not alone. This “Ultimate Guide” helps teens embrace the wild, tackle survival scenarios, and develop skills that build confidence and resilience. Through hands-on projects, your teen will discover the thrill of nature while learning essential techniques and taking on responsibility.

What is the secret to successfully overcoming social anxiety? It can be achieved in just a few weeks, even if your teen has been struggling with shyness and low self-esteem. As a parent, do you find your heart breaking every time your teen pulls away from social activities due to overwhelming feelings of anxiety and shyness? Have you tried seeking help, but nothing seems to ease their discomfort around peers? Are you searching for a teen-friendly, engaging, and effective way to boost your teen’s self-confidence and conquer social anxiety?

Third Sister in the Tao family, Ailin has watched her two older sisters go through the painful process of having their feet bound. In China in 1911, all the women of good families follow this ancient tradition. Ailin rebels and refuses to follow this torturous tradition. But as she enters adolescence, Ailin finds that her family is no longer willing to support her. With a bold conviction and an indomitable spirit, Ailin is determined to forge her own destiny. Her story is a tribute to all those women whose courage created new options for the generations who came after them.

When Kaelyn and her friends reached Toronto with a vaccine for the virus that has ravaged the population, they thought their journey was over - but hope has eluded them once again. Now there is a dangerous group of survivors intent on tracking them down and stealing the cure no matter the costs. Forced onto the road again, Kaelyn redoubles her efforts to find a safe haven. But when the rest of her group starts to fall apart, the chances for her success grow slim. Kaelyn's resolve is strong, but is she willing to surrender everything in order to stay alive?

Je ne suis qu'une grousse de dix-sept ans. C'est Dimitri, un mec de ma classe, qui a inventé le terme. Grosse + rousse = grousse. C'est aussi lui qui a lancé mon surnom officiel : " MiamMiam " au lieu de " Miriam ". Bien trouvé, non ? Et sinon, je m'habille comme un maître-chien, parce que ma mère dit qu'avec ma morphologie, faut éviter les motifs et les couleurs. Je hais le lycée. Au pire, on m'y déteste, au mieux, on m'y méprise. J'ai le coeur dur et la peau molle alors que ça devrait être l'inverse. Je m'aime pas. Je m'aime plus. Alors je veux juste rompre.

Millions of women struggle with body image in a world of unrealistic expectations. But you don’t have to stay stuck in self-doubt. Positive Body Image for Women is your guide to self-acceptance, empowerment, and a healthier relationship with your body.

What most don’t realize is that the real game happens in your mind, in how you handle pressure, how you bounce back from losses, and how you balance everything else in your life—school, friends, family, and social media. That's where this game-changing book comes in. Packed with 21 powerful tips that help you master the mental game, build stronger relationships with your teammates, and handle setbacks like a pro, it's your ultimate guide to becoming an unstoppable force in your sport.

"Yaqui Delgado wants to kick your ass." That’s what some girl tells Piddy Sanchez one morning before school. Too bad Piddy doesn’t even know who Yaqui Delgado is, let alone what she’s done to piss her off. All Piddy knows is that Yaqui hates her - and she better watch her back because Yaqui isn’t kidding. At first Piddy just focuses on trying to find out more about the father she’s never met and how to balance honors courses with her job at the neighborhood hair salon. But as the harassment escalates, avoiding Yaqui starts to take over Piddy’s life.

Mirror Image, a complex, erotic novel of suspense, is the first in a series of mysteries featuring Dr. Daniel Rinaldi, a psychologist who consults with the Pittsburgh Police. His specialty is treating victims of violent crime, those who’ve survived an armed robbery or kidnapping but whose traumatic experience still haunts them. Kevin Merrick, a college student and victim of an armed assault, is one of these people.

Awakening the Five Champions: Keys to Success for Every Teen by Brian E. Razzino, Ph.D., is a motivational and practical guide designed to help teens not just survive these challenging years—but truly thrive. Dr. Razzino, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with children and families, offers real tools and relatable stories to help teens overcome everyday struggles with school, friendships, family, self-doubt, and stress.

What if your future self could step out of a time machine and hand you the playbook to avoid every mistake, heartbreak, and regret waiting in the next 10 years? That’s what Whisper delivers: a direct, no-nonsense guide written in the language teens actually speak — packed with raw truths, unforgettable stories, and battle-tested rituals designed for 2025 and beyond.