James Kittleberger, a corporate executive and notorious womanizer, is obsessed with having a son. His wife Nancy, a tall, dark-haired beauty and former successful real estate broker, is infertile and becomes the unfortunate victim of James' animosity. Believing that she has failed James, she turns to alcohol for comfort. He vows to make Nancy's life a living hell by having multiple affairs--including an intimate relationship that, in the end, may cause him to pay the ultimate price. But James has another secret he's been keeping from Nancy--a shocking fact that could change everything....

This book explores the diversity in lesbian, gay, and bisexual lives, with the aim of opening up therapists' understanding of this diversity so that they can work in an ethical, supportive and non-discriminatory way with these individuals.

• Offers a comprehensive look at diversity within LGB populations, including the interactions between different areas of social difference using contemporary approaches
• Focuses on the practitioner, illustrating concepts with vignettes and case studies for implementing practical applications
• Emphasizes gender balance,...

This book offers a critical account of historical books about Britain written for children, including realist novels, non-fiction, fantasy and alternative histories. It also investigates the literary, ideological and philosophical challenges involved in writing about the past, especially for an audience whose knowledge of history is often limited.

A collection of brand new critical essays which explore the work of a much-loved and internationally-renowned author of children's literature