Bøger af Margaret King

"King encapsulates the qualities of an isthmus, the caught-betweenness of nature, of spirituality, of humanity at its most sparkling and its most vulnerable." --Sarah Etlinger, author of Never One for Promises "Lovely and modern, intimate and an ode to the Midwest." --Sara Dahmen, author of Wine and Children "The relationship between the inner and outer worlds, and how they mirror each other, is captured beautifully in King's poignant poetry." --Amanda McLeod, editor of Animal Heart Press & book reviewer at Wordly Musings Isthmus: 1. a narrow passage connecting two landmasses across an expanse of water 2. an anatomical passage connecting two parts, the cavotricuspid isthmusDeeply rooted in the landscape of the Great Lakes region of the American Midwest, these poems explore connections between the natural world and our interior lives, as well as our journeys through time and change. A special edition created by award-winning poet and short story writer Margaret King, featuring three bonus flash fiction stories. Margaret King is an award-winning Wisconsin poet and short fiction author.

Did you know that 70,000 Americans died from opioid overdose in the year 2017? Drug overdose is the leading cause of death for Americans under the age of 50. Addiction is a disease, not a moral failing and it affects 1 out of 8 American adults.Pregame is a young woman's perception of addiction in the United States, through her personal story, the stories of others in recovery, and policy issues in the U.S. that prevent addressing addiction in a productive manner. The book speaks to the recovery community as well as the politicians and lawmakers that have the authority to empower stories of survival, using them to inspire change.In this book, you'll learn about addiction and recovery in America, including: * A personal story of recovery* An account of addiction throughout the city of Philadelphia* Inspiring stories of young people in recovery from drugs and alcoholThis book was written for those suffering or who have suffered through addiction, for those whose loved one's have met with irreversible consequences, and for those who seek to understand the truth behind addiction and what it entails.

The U.S. Constitution is the highest law in the nation. It lays out rules for electing leaders and making laws, and spells out the rights that each person has. Written in 1787, the U.S. Constitution has been amended many times. With TIME For Kids content, this nonfiction book details the creation and influence of the U.S. Constitution. This high-interest book will engage students in reading as they build their comprehension, vocabulary, and literacy skills. The Reader's Guide and culminating activity direct students back to the text as they develop their higher-order thinking skills. Check It Out! provides resources for additional reading and learning. With text features such as a glossary, index, and table of contents, this book aligns with national and state standards and will keep students engaged in reading.

Drug overdose is the leading cause of death for Americans under the age of 50. Addiction is a disease, not a moral failing and it affects 1 out of 8 American adults.Pregame is a young woman''s perspective of addiction in the United States. King shares her experience and observations through her personal story, the stories of others in recovery, and policy issues in the U.S. that prevent addressing addiction in a productive manner. The book speaks to the recovery community as well as politicians and lawmakers that have the authority to empower stories of survival, using them to inspire change. In this book, you''ll learn about addiction and recovery in America, including:A personal story of recoveryAn account of addiction throughout the city of PhiladelphiaInspiring stories of young people in recovery from drugs and alcoholThis book was written for those suffering or who have suffered through addiction, for those whose loved one''s have met with irreversible consequences, or for those who seek to understand the truth behind addiction and what it entails.

Learn the history of the Electoral College, how it works, and why it is controversial today with this high-interest informational text. With TIMEA(c) content and images, this book builds critical literacy skills and readies students for college and career.