Whoopi Goldberg
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Publisher
Blackstone Publishing
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
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An instant New York Times and USA Today bestseller!
From multi-award winner Whoopi Goldberg comes a new and unique memoir of her family and their influence on her early life.
If it weren't for Emma Johnson, Caryn Johnson would have never become Whoopi Goldberg. Emma gave her children the loving care and wisdom they needed to succeed in life, always encouraging them to be true to themselves. When Whoopi lost her mother in 2010—and
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English
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Because she came to the conclusion that "the things that are required in a relationship are not things I'm willing to do," Whoopi decided to write openly about why marriage isn't for everyone and how being alone can be satisfying. What's most important is understanding what makes you happy.
"The award-winning entertainer, social advocate and host of The View shares frank advice on how to achieve happiness in relationships, explaining how to prioritize...
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English
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A comedian and a surgeon write a book together...
That might sound like the first line of a joke, but for anyone who's "of a certain age," they know that getting older is no laughing matter.
The Best Is Yet to Come is a pitch-perfect blend of Whoopi Goldberg's no-holds-barred humor, paired with the expert, sage wisdom of her coauthor, trailblazing orthopedic surgeon M.E. Hecht, MD.
Readers will encounter a broad range of topics, including but not...
Author
Language
English
Description
A comedian and a surgeon write a book together....
That might sound like the first line of a joke, but for anyone who’s “of a certain age”, they know that getting older is no laughing matter.
The Best Is Yet to Come is a pitch-perfect blend of Whoopi Goldberg’s no-holds-barred humor, paired with the expert, sage wisdom of her coauthor, trailblazing orthopedic surgeon M.E. Hecht, MD.
Listeners will encounter a broad range of topics, including...
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English
Description
Beloved by millions of children around the world, Elmo is an international icon. However, few people know the soft-spoken man behind the furry red monster: Kevin Clash. Narrated by Whoopi Goldberg, 'Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey' follows Clash's remarkable career, while also offering a behind-the-scenes look at Sesame Street and the Jim Henson Workshop.
10) The Best of Elmo
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Series
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English
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He's curious; he's cuddly; he's everyone's favorite furry friend. Come along with Elmo and friends as they relive some of their favorite moments from Sesame Street. Whether he's performing a rousing dance number, explaining the difference between light and heavy, singing silly songs or clowning around with special guest star Whoopi Goldberg, Elmo's antics are sure to make you smile!
11) Sarafina!
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Language
English
Description
In a world where truth is forbidden, an inspiring teacher dares to instill in her students lessons not found in schoolbooks. In doing so, she challenges their freedom and hers. An upbeat and powerful story that will stir your emotions and make your spirits soar!
12) Corrina, Corrina
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Language
English
Description
A heartwarming story about a family devastated by grief and the woman who helps heal the loss. Manny Singer hires African American Corrina Washington to work as maid and nanny.
13) The Associate
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Language
English
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When Laurel hits the "glass ceiling" she quits her job confident she won't be out of work for long. Finding too many CEOs not taking her seriously, she invents a worldly, well-connected male "associate."
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Language
English
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When Madeline tries to stop thieves in The Louvre, she is accused of misbehavior and sent off to a London finishing school to improve her manners. While her friends strive to clear her name, Madeline uncovers a plot to steal the crown jewels and risks all of her progress toward “becoming a young lady” in order to foil the crooks.
15) Perfectly prima
Author
Series
Sugar plum ballerinas volume 3
Publisher
Disney/Jump at the Sun Books
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Perfectionistic Jerzey desperately wants to be a good ballet dancer like her sisters, but her efforts to learn are repeatedly thwarted, until she finds help in an unexpected place.
Author
Publisher
Disney/Jump at the Sun Books
Pub. Date
c2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
When her mother moves the family to Harlem and enrolls her in the Nutcracker School of Ballet, reluctant dancer Alexandrea is picked to be the Sugar Plum Fairy in the big recital.
19) Toeshoe trouble
Author
Series
Sugar plum ballerinas volume 2
Pub. Date
c2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Brenda Black studies anatomy books to get a twelve year start on medical school and loves Leonardo da Vinci, but cousin Tiffany visits and brags, so Brenda says she has a pair of ballet toeshoes signed by Camilla Freeman, but now she must prove it and needs the help of the Sugar Plum Sisters.