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Emily Martin

    This author draws inspiration from her experiences as a park ranger and a stay-at-home mother to craft compelling narratives. Her work as an artist and illustrator adds visual depth to her storytelling. The fusion of a love for the outdoors with narrative creation brings characters and settings to life. Her works reflect a profound understanding of the wilderness and everyday life.

    The woman in the body: a cultural analysis of reproduction
    Seduction
    A Field Guide to Mermaids
    The Imaginaries: Little Scraps of Larger Stories
    The Wonderful Things You Will Be
    Floodpath
    • Floodpath

      • 336 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      The epic fantasy adventure begun in Sunshield races to its thrilling conclusion in this imaginative finale in which the fate of four extraordinary young people--and their nations--will be decided. When their hopes for ending Moquoia's brutal system of bondage are crushed, unlikely allies Lark and Veran are forced to flee into the harsh desert. With no weapons or horses, they must make their way to safety across the 50-mile expanse of waterless plains known as the water scrape. It is an odyssey filled with unexpected dangers that challenge even a skilled outlaw like Lark--though the farther they travel, the more she wonders if she even fits the fearsome title of the Sunshield Bandit anymore. Injured in the coup to overthrow the Moquoian monarchy, Tamsin, accompanied by Iano, retreat to a safe house, where they await the return of Lark and Veran. Determined to uncover the traitor in the court, they devise a plan to confront the new palace ashoki, Kimela. Imperiled by wilderness and their own tenuous alliances, Lark, Tamsin, and Veran each face massive risks to uncover the truth. But even if they find it, will their combined forces be strong enough to stop the evil infecting their beautiful land . . . and transform it into a fairer society for all?

      Floodpath
      4.5
    • The Wonderful Things You Will Be

      • 36 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      The New York Times bestseller that celebrates the dreams, acceptance, and love that parents have for their children . . . now and forever. This is the perfect heartfelt gift for kids of all ages, plus a great choice for baby showers, birthdays, graduations, and other new beginnings! From brave and bold to creative and clever, Emily Winfield Martin's rhythmic rhyme expresses all the loving things that parents think of when they look at their children. With beautiful, lush illustrations and a stunning gatefold that opens at the end, this is a book that families will love reading over and over. The Wonderful Things You Will Be has a loving and truthful message that will endure for lifetimes and makes a great gift to the ones you love for any occasion.

      The Wonderful Things You Will Be
      4.5
    • Best-selling author/illustrator of The Wonderful Things You Will Be, Emily Winfield Martin, shares her "Imaginaries": paintings from over the last ten years, captioned with one enigmatic sentence, designed to inspire. From mermaids and giant flowers to magical robes and mysterious characters, this full-color collection of old and new art from Emily Winfield Martin will inspire the artist and writer in you! Each glorious image is given a mysterious or magical one-line caption--the beginning of a story, or maybe the middle--you imagine the rest. The captions are hand-written on vintage scraps of paper, envelopes, postcards and more. Akin to the Chris van Allsburg book The Mysteries of Harris Burdick, The Imaginairies is destined to become a cult classic in its own right. The book is unjacketed with foil and a matte finish on the cover; a treasure to keep and display and pore over for years.

      The Imaginaries: Little Scraps of Larger Stories
      4.4
    • A Field Guide to Mermaids

      • 144 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      A gorgeous and vibrantly illustrated field guide cataloging various species of mermaids, based on real ecological details - with a strong environmental focus - perfect for fans of The Magical Unicorn Society.

      A Field Guide to Mermaids
      4.4
    • Seduction

      • 212 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Exploring the complexities of relationships, the narrative follows a young woman as she navigates the intricate landscape of love and desire. Her experiences reveal the emotional highs and lows of romantic entanglements, highlighting the challenges of balancing passion with personal growth. Through her journey, themes of self-discovery and the transformative power of love are intricately woven, offering a thought-provoking reflection on the nature of human connection.

      Seduction
      5.0
    • A bold reappraisal of science and society, The Woman in the Body explores the different ways that women's reproduction is seen in American culture. Contrasting the views of medical science with those of ordinary women from diverse social and economic backgrounds, anthropologist Emily Martin presents unique fieldwork on American culture and uncovers the metaphors of economy and alienation that pervade women's imaging of themselves and their bodies. A new preface examines some of the latest medical ideas about women's reproductive cycles.

      The woman in the body: a cultural analysis of reproduction
      4.2
    • The Viking Princess

      • 260 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Aamber Rose Egil's journey begins in a brutal Viking family, marked by trauma from a young age. After a harrowing experience, she chooses to escape and finds refuge with a loving family that introduces her to hope and faith. However, her past looms large, threatening the new life she has built. Through her struggles, Aamber learns vital lessons about forgiveness and the true source of her strength, as she confronts the shadows of her history and seeks to reclaim her future.

      The Viking Princess
      3.0
    • Sunshield

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      But the harsh desert and gleaming court are linked through their past, present, and future: a history of abductions in the desert to power Moquoia's quarries and factories, and a bleak, inhumane future built on the sweat and sacrifice of these bond laborers.But events unfolding in the present could change everything.

      Sunshield
      4.1
    • This Is a Gift for You

      • 40 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      A stunning companion to the best-selling and beloved The Wonderful Things You Will Be, this picture book celebrates how we say "I love you" with gifts as heartfelt as a daisy, as magical as a dream, and as comforting as a place to belong. It is a poetic tribute to the simple joys of life and nature, and a reminder that the greatest gift we have is time spent together. The gift of quiet and the gift of loud, your hand in my hand out in a crowd. New York Times bestselling author Emily Winfield Martin joyously and thoughtfully shares the different ways of giving and loving. Like a beautifully wrapped gift, life's every day moments are precious: in both the little things and the big things, we can all find wonder. From a feather, to a hug, to a sunset, this book captures these gifts within its pages to remind readers how much they are loved, and how incredible this world we share is. A meaningful gift for any occasion or holiday, and a stand-out for birthdays, graduations and other milestones, with its loving and inspiring message: "But this is a gift, here, just you and me." This Is a Gift for You is perfect for little ones (and those who read to them!) who love The Wonderful Things You Will Be and are looking for more magic, inspiration, and unconditional love from the pen and paintbrush of Emily Winfield Martin.

      This Is a Gift for You
      3.9
    • Bipolar Expeditions

      Mania and Depression in American Culture

      • 396 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Exploring the connection between modern life's rapid pace and the perception of bipolar disorder, Martin delves into how the diagnosis shapes personal meaning for individuals. The book examines the cultural dimensions influencing the understanding and experience of the illness, offering insights into its societal implications. Through this lens, readers gain a deeper appreciation of the complexities surrounding mental health in contemporary contexts.

      Bipolar Expeditions
      3.8