Books with title Ida, Always

A beautiful, honest portrait of loss and deep friendship told through the story of two iconic polar bears.Gus lives in a big park in the middle of an even bigger city, and he spends his days with Ida. Ida is right there. Always. Then one sad day, Gus learns that Ida is very sick, and she isn’t going to get better. The friends help each other face the difficult news with whispers, sniffles, cuddles, and even laughs. Slowly Gus realizes that even after Ida is gone, she will still be with him—through the sounds of their city, and the memories that live in their favorite spots. Ida, Always is an exquisitely told story of two best friends—inspired by a real bear friendship—and a gentle, moving, needed reminder that loved ones lost will stay in our hearts, always.

One little elephant discovers that a parent’s love is unconditional.Sometimes you’re happy. Sometimes you’re sad. Sometimes you’re good. Sometimes you’re bad. But there is always love between parent and child, which is the uplifting message in an exquisite new title from Emma Dodd. Featuring rhyming text and heartwarming illustrations of an elephant family, this padded board book makes a great addition to any nursery bookshelf.

A beautiful, honest portrait of loss and deep friendship told through the story of two iconic polar bears.Gus lives in a big park in the middle of an even bigger city, and he spends his days with Ida. Ida is right there. Always. Then one sad day, Gus learns that Ida is very sick, and she isn’t going to get better. The friends help each other face the difficult news with whispers, sniffles, cuddles, and even laughs. Slowly Gus realizes that even after Ida is gone, she will still be with him—through the sounds of their city, and the memories that live in their favorite spots. Ida, Always is an exquisitely told story of two best friends—inspired by a real bear friendship—and a gentle, moving, needed reminder that loved ones lost will stay in our hearts, always.

Ella's life is forever changed when her mother tells her that her father just passed away. From there on, Ella faces the challenge of coping with the loss of her dad as she grows and faces new experiences. Just when all hope escapes her, a bright red cardinal swoops down from the treetops and gives her powerful words of advice.Prepare to be inspired by the color and beauty that can be found in the darkest of circumstances, and Always remember that there is still hope.

How deep is the bond between a child and a beloved pet? And how far will a pet go to protect his dear friend? To the ends of the earth . . . always. Alison McGhee, author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Someday, illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds, gives voice to the love that knows no bounds in this gentle and poignant picture book about friendship, loyalty, and most of all, love.

Born to a prestigious political family, Avery Adams plays as hard as he works. The gorgeous, charismatic attorney is used to getting what he wants, even the frequent one-night stands that earn him his well-deserved playboy reputation. When some of the most prominent men in politics suggest he run for senate, Avery decides the time has come to follow in his grandfather’s footsteps. With a strategy in place and the campaign wheels rolling, Avery is ready to jump on the legislative fast track, full steam ahead. But no amount of planning prepares him for the handsome, uptight restaurateur who might derail his political future. Easy isn’t even in the top thousand words to describe Kane Dalton’s life after his father, a devout Southern Baptist minister, kicks him out of the family home for questioning his sexual orientation. Despite all the rotten tomatoes life throws his way, Kane makes something of himself. Between owning a thriving upscale Italian restaurant in the heart of downtown Minneapolis and managing his long-term boyfriend, his plate is full. He struggles to get past the teachings of his childhood to fully accept his sexuality and rid himself of the doubts brought on by his religious upbringing. The last thing he needs is the yummy, sophisticated, blond-haired distraction sitting at table thirty-four.

Author, Taylor Mills takes readers on a heartfelt and honest journey through his family's whirlwind life in the military; a humorous upbringing with his spunky mother, Lola, and jokester father, the tragic and sudden loss of his vibrant older sister, and his family's trek down the road to recovery. In an attempt to hold the family together, Lola turned back to the everlasting bond she had with her only daughter and ignited a widespread crusade to keep her memory alive while raising awareness of the dangers of drinking and driving. Through her selfless dedication and love, she changed the lives of many. Her whimsical life lessons and passion for helping others spread through the community, creating an inspiring legacy like no other.

Teen girls are already devoted followers of Melody Carlson's fiction series. From the thousands of personal letters she's received, she knows they want more. They're looking for substance and spiritual guidance that can make a difference in their lives.Always offers readers a fresh way to encounter Jesus's words for their own personal inspiration and practical application. Carlson shares with her faithful young readers the life-changing message of Jesus, giving them something to lean on in the turbulent time of adolescence. This 90-day devotional will strengthen teens' faith and help them understand and love the words of the Savior.

Author, Taylor Mills takes readers on a heartfelt and honest journey through his family's whirlwind life in the military; a humorous upbringing with his spunky mother, Lola, and jokester father, the tragic and sudden loss of his vibrant older sister, and his family's trek down the road to recovery. In an attempt to hold the family together, Lola turned back to the everlasting bond she had with her only daughter and ignited a widespread crusade to keep her memory alive while raising awareness of the dangers of drinking and driving. Through her selfless dedication and love, she changed the lives of many. Her whimsical life lessons and passion for helping others spread through the community, creating an inspiring legacy like no other.