If you are a parent―or have children in your life in any significant way and that you love―this book is required reading. ―Michael Hainey, author of New York Times bestseller After Visiting Friends
Book Authority's Best Parenting Book of All Time Awards#1 Best Seller in School Age Children, Parenting Teenagers, Child Psychology, Adolescent Psychology, Anxieties & Phobias, and Hyperactivity
A parenting wake-up call that could change how you raise your child.
Learn about the New Teen and how to adjust your parenting skills. Strategies for parenting teens are now beginning years too late. Kids are growing up with nearly unlimited access to social media and the internet, and unprecedented academic, social, and familial stressors. Starting as early as eight years old, children are exposed to information, thought, and emotion they are unprepared to process.
Unprecedented teenage depression and anxiety. Because of the exposure they face, kids are emotionally overwhelmed at a young age and often are continuing to search for a sense of self well into their twenties.
Urgent advice for parents of teens. Dr. John Duffy's parenting book is a necessary guide that addresses the hidden phenomenon of the changing teenage brain. Dr. Duffy, a nationally recognized expert in parenting for nearly twenty-five years, provides a guidebook for parents raising children who are growing up quickly and dealing with unresolved adolescent issues that can lead to anxiety and depression.
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If you enjoyed parenting books such as The Yes Brain, How to Raise an Adult, The Teenage Brain, Untangled, or The Conscious Parent, you'll love Parenting the New Teen in the Age of Anxiety.
Why does the Twilight saga--Stephanie Meyer's Twilight books, movies, and unforgettable characters--continue to inspire both passionate fandom and heated critique? In Why We Love (and Hate) Twilight, Sarah Elizabeth Gallagher unpacks the cultural obsession with Bella Swan, Edward Cullen, and the supernatural love story that redefined YA literature and pop culture forever.
#1 Best Seller in Gothic & Romantic Literary Criticism
#1 New Release in Popular Culture in Social Sciences
Explore the Phenomenon That Sparked a Generation. Delve into the world of Stephanie Meyer's Twilight series--the books, movies, and cultural whirlwind that have captivated and divided fans for over a decade. Why We Love (and Hate) Twilight examines the global sensation through a fresh, thought-provoking lens, exploring why it continues to ignite adoration and debate alike.
From Edward and Bella to Taylor Lautner's Werewolf Charm. This book dives deep into the Twilight Saga book set, from New Moon to Breaking Dawn Part 2, unpacking the stories, characters, and themes that have kept Twilight in the spotlight. Whether you're fascinated by Bella Swan's journey, mesmerized by Edward Cullen's allure, or just curious about the frenzy behind the movies, Sarah Elizabeth Gallagher offers insights for every kind of reader.
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If you liked Midnight Sun, Life and Death, or Why We Love Middle-Earth, you'll love Why We Love (and Hate) Twilight.
How Black History Can Save Your Life by Ernest Crim III, a hate crime survivor and Anti-Racist Educator, is an essential guide for anyone seeking to combat interpersonal racism, understand the roots of discrimination, and gain actionable strategies through Black historical narratives. This black history book for adults book empowers individuals, parents, and educators with tools to challenge racism and foster equity in their communities.
Using Black history to fight racism. This book builds on Crim's personal experiences, including a viral 2016 hate crime incident that profoundly shaped his career. During a night out, Crim was targeted with racial slurs, but instead of letting it defeat him, he used the situation to highlight the pervasive nature of racism in America. He captured the moment on video, sparking a national conversation about the importance of confronting and addressing discrimination.
Reclaiming the stories of Black history. Crim delves deep into the stories of Black excellence, resistance, and perseverance. He equips families, parents, and educators with the tools they need to combat racism in everyday life and within schools. Through his lens as a parent and former teacher, Crim demonstrates how the untold stories of Black history hold the keys to understanding the roots of racism and how it can be untaught. Drawing on his two bestsellers--Black History Saved My Life and The ABCs of Affirming Black Children--Crim teaches readers how to deconstruct racist systems and foster equitable practices in their communities.
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If you liked The Color of Law, Stamped from the Beginning, or Seven Sisters and a Brother, you'll love How Black History Can Save Your Life.
Welcome to the world of Home Design Recipes - your ultimate guide to modern home design rooms with ease. Just as baking the perfect cake requires sourcing the finest ingredients and following a tried-and-true recipe, designing a stunning space demands the right ingredients and a step-by-step plan.
Simple home improvement. In this innovative design cookbook, we demystify the process of interior design, providing you with easy-to-follow recipes for crafting modern, stylish homes. Gone are the days of merely admiring beautiful pictures without understanding how to replicate the look. With Home Design Recipes, you'll be empowered to transform your house design from ordinary to extraordinary.
Endless design ideas. Each recipe in this book is meticulously crafted to guide you through the modern home design process, from A to Z. Cathy Hobbs covers essential topics, popular hacks, and trade secrets, offering practical advice and top tips for every step of the journey. Whether you're a seasoned design enthusiast or a DIY newcomer, you'll find inspiration and guidance to elevate your house design.
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If you liked The Art of Home, Call It Home, or The New Design Rules, you'll love Home Design Recipes.
Instead of letting suicidal thoughts tell you who you are, redefine them with powerful research and inspiring stories of Reasons to Live
Find your way through the hopelessness. Thoughts of suicide can be all-consuming. Whether you or a loved one are suffering from it, the constant despair can feel like it's too much to live with. But what if there was a way to change that despair into awareness? Reasons to Live offers an informative lens that explores the complexities of emotional and mental health. Using effective practices, research, and illustrations that depict the truth about suicidal thoughts, you too can take easy action for lifelong happiness and fulfillment you are worthy of having.
A source for knowledge and connection. As a guidebook and emotional companion, this self-love workbook helps you explore any thought, question, or feeling you may have about suicide. And with personal stories and global resources to use, you can be connected with a community that experiences the same emotions and thoughts as you do. So instead of being alone in your healing journey, you can overcome any crisis by connecting with the support and affirmations you deserve.
Inside Reasons to Live, find helpful ways to overcome the call of the void, including:
So, if you looking for a wellness book like Nothing to Fear, Reasons to Stay Alive, or It's OK That You're Not OK, you'll want to read Reasons to Live.
Growing Brave by Donna Ashworth is a powerful collection of wisdom and poetry that inspires strength and courage during life's most challenging moments. This book is a guiding light for anyone seeking to overcome fear and self-doubt, embracing life and love in the process. Perfect for those searching for meaningful gifts for her.
#1 Best Seller in British & Irish Poetry
Finding strength in vulnerability. Growing Brave, bestselling author Donna Ashworth's new book, offers a heartening collection of poetry that speaks directly to those feeling lost or overwhelmed. This new book of poems by Donna Ashworth is ideal for fans of women's poetry, and makes an excellent choice for anyone looking for poems about women empowerment.
Challenging fear and embracing life. Every day, we encounter thoughts and emotions that leave us anxious, fearful, and doubting our self-worth. Growing Brave provides the gentle encouragement needed to challenge these fears and embrace the good in life. If you're looking for calming down books or gifts for her, this collection is sure to resonate.
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Poems that soothe fear and self-doubt, offering comfort on difficult days.
Inspiration to face life's challenges with renewed strength and courage.
Heartfelt reminders to embrace life and love, even amidst the toughest battles.
If you liked other poetry books for women such as, Self Love Poetry, The Sun and Her Flowers, or Wild Hope, you'll love Growing Brave.
Award-winning author Marita Golden explores her writing career and how the igniting power of storytelling is still inspiring generations of Black authors today.
A lifetime of stories to tell. Growing up, Marita would listen to bedtime stories of Sojourner Truth, Frederick Douglass, and many other champions of Black history. Now a champion herself in the literary world, she shares her story in a motivational autobiography you will never forget. How to Become a Black Writer details Marita Golden's life, career, and the most cherished memories she made along the way. From nurturing her passions during the civil rights movement to celebrating her 40th writing anniversary in D.C., Marita shows that every dreamer can inspire others with their story.
A love letter to Black authors and readers. How to Become a Black Writer is not only just Marita's story, but can also be the start of yours. Inside, you'll find lessons and instructions based on her experiences during the renaissance of Black literature to help you cultivate your voice. Featuring timeless knowledge that helped not only Marita, but bestselling storytellers like Nzotake Shange and Toni Morrison, you, too can make a big change in the book publishing world.
Discover meaningful events and the people behind them that helped Marita Golden to become the leading icon she is today, such as:
So if you're looking for more motivational memoirs like Dear Black Girl, Legacy, or Badass Black Girl, you'll love How to Become a Black Writer.
I highly recommend Keren Eldad's new book, GILDED, which comes at a time when many people are struggling with the strictures of ambition and perfectionism. Keren's approach gives readers the power to break free from the trance of pursuing 'more' and celebrate the present moment. -- Gay Hendricks, NYT bestselling author of The Big Leap
GILDED by Keren Eldad is the go-to guide for overachievers and high performers who feel trapped in the endless cycle of chasing success. If you're ready to break free from perfectionism anxiety and discover true fulfillment, this book will guide you toward a life of authenticity and freedom.
Are you an overachiever who feels unfulfilled despite your success? For those driven by ambition, perfectionism, and a relentless pursuit of more, it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters. In GILDED, Keren Eldad explores why so many high performers-whether C-suite executives or go-getters--feel trapped by the very success they sought, finding themselves unfulfilled despite outward achievements.
Do you want to break free from the pressure of always needing more? If you're tired of perfectionism anxiety and constantly moving the goalposts of success, GILDED offers a fresh perspective. Drawing from executive coaching and personal experiences, Eldad provides practical strategies to help you step out of the gilded cage, stop chasing hollow victories, and start living a life of genuine abundance and fulfillment.
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If you liked other leadership development books such as The Coaching Habit, High Performance Habits, or Why Smart, Creative and Highly Sensitive People Hurt, you'll love GILDED.
The Book of Awesome Asian Women illuminates the stories of powerful Asian women who have shaped history, providing inspiration and recognition to their incredible contributions across the globe.
A Crucial Addition to Women's History. In a world where the accomplishments of women are finally being celebrated, The Book of Awesome Asian Women brings much-needed attention to the underrepresented stories of Asian women throughout history. This book continues the legacy of the successful Awesome Women series by amplifying the voices of those who have often been overlooked or misrepresented. Perfect for anyone seeking gifts for Asian women or gifts for girls, this book ensures these important stories are shared.
Empowering Stories for a New Generation. Authored by Karen Wang Diggs, a passionate advocate for social justice and gender equality, this book delves into the lives of Asian women and girls who have left indelible marks on the world. Karen's dedication to uncovering and sharing these lesser-known stories makes this book an empowering resource for readers seeking representation and inspiration. The Book of Awesome Asian Women is an essential read for those interested in famous women in history and Asian American books.
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If you liked Women Who Dared, Women in White Coats, or The Book of Awesome Women, you'll love The Book of Awesome Asian Women.
If Indiana Jones wrote a guidebook, it might mirror what Raven Todd da Silva has penned. The Other Ancient Civilisations gives life to the shadows of heroes and everyday people travelers walk in the footsteps of today. --Forbes Magazine
Journey through 15,000 years of history and discover fascinating ancient civilisations and cultures that may have been overlooked in history class with Raven Todd DaSilva, award-winning scholar, archaeologist, and creator of the popular archaeology online educational platform Dig it With Raven.
#1 New Release in Archaeology and in Religious Antiquities & Archaeology
Lesser-known ancient civilisations and cultures. Go beyond the popular stories of Greece, Rome, Egypt, the Inca and the Maya, and uncover the rich diversity of people that are often overlooked. From the world's first peace treaty to daring expeditions across the Pacific, learn about 20 ancient and historic cultures from around the world that have had monumental impacts on our modern world.
A more nuanced look at the ancient world. The Other Ancient Civilisations looks outside mainstream ancient civilisations and cultures and delves into astounding finds unearthed at archaeological sites around the world. Discover the archaeology that sheds light on the secret stories of the Nubians, Olmec, Xiongnu, Minoans, Akkadians, and many more. Each chapter delves beyond the rise and fall of each society, highlighting the lives of everyday peoples of the past. Discover who they interacted with and how they lived, and what we can learn from them.
How archaeologists decode ancient cultures from what they left behind. Packed with summaries of current archaeological evidence, detailed maps and striking images of astounding artefacts and archaeological sites, The Other Ancient Civilisations is an indispensable collection of fascinating stories and facts that have helped archaeologists change the way we understand history.
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If you've read books such as The Forgotten Peoples of the Ancient World, The Lost World of The Old Ones, or 1177 B.C., you'll love Raven's The Other Ancient Civilizations.
Antony helps us all clearly understand the mechanics of bitcoin and blockchain. ―Rob Findlay, Founder, Next Money
#1 Best Seller in Investing Derivatives and Natural Resource Extraction Industry, Futures Trading, Banks & Banking, Energy & Mining, Monetary Policy, and Computers & Technology
There's a lot written on cryptocurrency and blockchains. But, for the uninitiated, most of this information can be indecipherable. The Basics of Bitcoins and Blockchains provides a clear guide to this new currency and the revolutionary technology that powers it.
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies. Gain an understanding of a broad spectrum of Bitcoin topics including the history of Bitcoin, the Bitcoin blockchain, and Bitcoin buying, selling, and mining. Learn how payments are made, and how to put a value on cryptocurrencies and digital tokens.
Blockchain technology. What exactly is a blockchain, how does it work, and why is it important? The Basics of Bitcoins and Blockchains answers these questions and more. Learn about notable blockchain platforms, smart contracts, and other important facets of blockchains and their function in the changing cyber-economy.
Things to know before buying cryptocurrencies. Find trustworthy and balanced insights into Bitcoin investing and investing in other cryptocurrency. Discover the risks and mitigations, learn how to identify scams, and understand cryptocurrency exchanges, digital wallets, and regulations.
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You've read books such as Blockchain Bubble or Revolution, Cryptoassets, Blockchain Technology Explained, Blockchain Revolution, The Bitcoin Standard, Mastering Bitcoin, or Bitcoin For Dummies, but to really understand the technology read The Basics of Bitcoins and Blockchains.
Navigate Teen Challenges with Clarity. Follow therapist and parenting coach Cathy Cassani Adam's empowering advice to help your teenager follow their happiness in an evolving society.
Help your teenage girl prepare to face the world. So many girls are facing challenges every day, with the next generation seeing more skyrocketing diagnoses of depression and anxiety than ever before. While we might not be able to stop every trial that comes their way, we can still help our daughters persevere with strong self-confidence in themselves. Restoring Our Girls is an empowering book for girls ages 12-25 and their parents to use when facing tough situations in today's world. With professional insight on society's impact on young womanhood and ways to recognize and process it, you can help your child use their mental and emotional skills to achieve the fulfilling life they deserve.
Become the role model that she needs. Teenage mental health can feel isolating for both you and your teenager. Oftentimes, they will feel uncomfortable bringing up serious struggles to you for fear of being unseen or rejected. That is why author Cathy Cassani Adams is here on how to engage in uplifting communication through compassion and a willingness to learn. Using her methods for meaningful listening and action, your daughter will see how being genuine can open so many doors to true happiness.
Each chapter inside Restoring Our Girls covers all the complexities your teenager will face, including:
So if you're looking for books for parents and their daughters like Fourteen Talks by Age Fourteen, The Emotional Lives of Teenagers, or The Sleep-Deprived Teen, you'll love Restoring Our Girls.
Enjoy co-authors Delanie Fischer and Lindsey Smith's delicious mocktail adaptations of your favorite books and authors.
Beloved stories with a sober twist. Have you ever wondered what the ladies from your favorite Jane Austen books would drink at a ball? What Jay Gatsby would be serving at his crazy parties? Experience these answers for yourself with Lindsey Smith and Delanie Fischer's all-new zero-proof drink cookbook. MockTales captures the intoxicating atmosphere of the bestsellers that we know and love. Featuring over fifty plant-based recipes that are easy to make and full of nutritious flavors, you'll enjoy your next reread like never before with these delicious mocktails.
A toast to the authors who made history. Each recipe inside MockTales is inspired by the literary characters and settings, but also the minds behind these incredible stories. Explore alcohol-free concoctions based on famous authors such as Alice Walker, Ernest Hemingway, Margaret Atwood, and more. Using ingredients that pay homage to their biographies, writing styles, and famous quotes, each sip will have you and fellow book lovers falling in love with these incredible writers all over again.
Enjoy over 50 recipes inspired by banned books and literary classics from all genres, such as:
So if you liked fun mocktail and cocktail books such as Tequila Mockingbird, The Art of Mixology Mocktails, or Flavor Lab Creations, then we recommend MockTales for you.
Healing from heartbreak? Recovering from a bad relationship? Finding your way back to yourself? In Buy Yourself the Damn Flowers, you will learn how to love and spoil the most important person in your life: You!
Find radical self acceptance one page at a time. Regardless of where you've been or what you've been through, you deserve love, grace, and joy. Learn to accept and love yourself, not in spite of your flaws but because of them, through this healing self-love book. Become your own number one fan and say goodbye to needing any validation from other people.
Find yourself again, love yourself again. Tam Kaur uses her own personal experiences to guide you back to yourself in this book for confidence building and self-worth discovery. Learn to set boundaries with other people and set yourself up for a happy, fulfilling life by using Tam's tips to building confidence in yourself and redefining your self-worth.
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If you liked Fall in Love with Yourself, The Self-Love Workbook, or Affirmations for Self-Love, you'll love Buy Yourself the Damn Flowers.
A guide on applying living slowly wherever you are, including mindful practices and tips, by the most popular YouTuber on the subjects of cottage core and slow living, The Cottage Fairy.
#1 New Release in Poetry
Challenge negativity with Donna Ashworth's incredible poems about joy, transformation, and embracing your beautiful pathway.
Change your life with words of wisdom. Feeling lost in life can be so easy to fall into, yet harder to escape. Instead of listening to self-doubt, discover how one-of-a-kind you are through Donna Ashworth's life-changing book. I Wish I Knew is a poetry book full of mantras, reflections, and affirmations for women that will redefine the chaos in your life into life-changing revelations. With this poetry book, featuring hopeful truths that will strengthen your heart, mind, and soul, you'll be able to experience your journey with meaning and gratitude.
Life isn't perfect, so why let perfectionism take over yours? Follow Donna Ashworth as she shines a light on her journey of taking chances instead of stagnating in expectations and hopelessness. Each poem explores the transformative lessons she discovered along the way, and how doubting your potential for happiness can stop you from finding yourself. Full of beautiful, compassionate poetry, this manual for life offers you methods to persevere through pressure and make the most out of the one-of-a-kind path you are on.
There is something for everyone inside I Wish I Knew, such as:
So if you enjoyed poem books such as Call Us What You Carry, You Could Make This Place Beautiful, or Wild Hope, then you'll love I Wish I Knew.