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In Search of Mr Darcy

by Christina Ford

In Search of Mr Darcy: Lessons Learnt in The Pursuit of Happily Ever After, a witty 'Nora Ephron-esque' dating memoir that the BBC called 'A real life Sex And The City.' It explores the colorful, intimate story of marriage(s), divorce(s), affairs, dating, friends, frenemies, addiction, body image, sexual predators, and the often thankless task of single-parenting and step-parenting, a job as potentially life-threatening as that of a Chilean coal miner. Or, more simply told, it is a coming-of... more

Tell it to the Stars

by April May Burnside

This eulogistic memoir holds raw expression in the form of poetry, songs, eulogy, love letters from 1964 and awakened insights. Poems from many stages of my life are nested within the timeline of my Grandparent’s love story, Grandfather’s eulogy and the year following his tragic passing. The chapters: Searching for Starlight, Darkness of Night and Darknesses Retreat capture the emotional trinity that cycles through my life and had taken hold this past year. Through life’s ashes I have gained... more

So Said the River

by Colleen J. Miniuk

For 40 years, Colleen Miniuk relentlessly pursued perfection, achievement, and success without finding happiness. Then she found herself unexpectedly facing the end of her marriage. To cope with the devastating loss, she and her mother, Jacque, attempted to paddle across Lake Powell, a reservoir along the Colorado River on the Utah-Arizona border. Like life, the trip did not go as planned. During her raw adventures on the Colorado from Moab to Lake Mead, Colleen challenges beliefs, confronts fea... more

How I Lost My Kidneys in China

by Randall Flores

This is the extraordinary true journey of Randall Flores, a teenager who seized a rare opportunity to study Mandarin in 1987. His fascination with the Middle Kingdom led him to Peking University. Upon completing his studies and being unable to find work, he ventures to Taiwan to teach English. Driven by his thirst for thrills and a good drink, he frequented bars and clubs, from Taida to the infamous “Combat Zone,” forming friendships with colorful characters. In 1994, Randall, now known by ... more

Sky Ranch

by Linda M. Lockwood

Confused by her mother’s unxplained “episodes” and her family’s secrecy around schizophrenia, ten-year-old Linda seeks solace in mastering her ranch-hand responsibilities—herding their sheep, defending the ranch’s livestock, and training the horses she loves. But over a decade later, now with a family of her own, Linda’s happiness is haunted by questions people have tiptoed around all her life: How did her mother become schizophrenic? What did she endure as a patient in 1960s mental hospitals?... more

Infinite Miracles

by Katie Simons McCarty

Katie McCarty, a first-time mom at age thirty-seven, was ready, excited, and determined to perfectly balance her career and motherhood. When she learned about her son’s rare fetal diagnosis of an omphalocele – a condition in which his intestines and liver grew outside his body – she was stunned. Katie entered the Stages of Grief Club and surrendered expectations of the perfect motherhood and perfect child. Little did she know that her personal transformation had just begun.

Cheeseburgers in Paradise

by Niamh Oliver

In 1996, my sister and I found ourselves living and working far from home in Rota, a town in Andalucía, Spain, which hosts a huge US military base. We spent our nights serving cervezas and shots of Jägermeister to homesick American sailors. Our lives were a heady cycle of working until 3 am, dancing until dawn, and sleeping all day. But everything changed when my sister was attacked by an AWOL Spanish sailor, setting off a chain of events that we could never have anticipated.

Things I Never Told My Father: Growing Up Gay as a Preacher's Son

by Jeffrey Carrier

It isn't easy growing up in the Bible Belt of East Tennessee when you start having same-sex fantasies as a child, especially when your father is a preacher who thinks that homosexuality is a sin. Moments of pleasure and the torment of guilt intersect in this memoir by Jeffrey L. Carrier. Exploring his sexuality and trying to make sense of his feelings, he takes us along on his journey of acceptance. Beginning with his childhood in the 1960s, he introduces us to the people who helped him along... more

Running Naked: Surviving the Legacy of Family in Rural Nebraska

by Colby Coash

FROM DUSTY ROADS AND DEAD ENDS, A NEBRASKA NATIVE SON FINDS HIS WAY A former Nebraska state senator hails from the heart of rural Nebraska—tiny Bassett, Nebraska, population 1,010—where his father and grandfather owned and operated the fertilizer plant, the backbone of the rural community. Born into the tapestry of small-town existence, Coash’s narrative unfolds against the backdrop of tight-knit neighbors and the enduring spirit of the American small town. In this inspiring coming-of-age mem... more

Waking Up In Heaven: Living With Purpose Through Afterlife Wisdom

by Ellen Wier

At the age of twelve, a horseback riding accident left me in a coma, teetering on the brink of life and death. During this critical time, music became my lifeline, ultimately pulling me back into my body. Before I awoke, I made a vow to return to use music to heal others. This pivotal decision set me on a lifelong path of service, using insights from my near-death experience—and the spiritual life experiences that followed—to help others. "Waking Up in Heaven" is more than just a memoir; it’s... more

Scholar Mine: An Ohio State Love Story

by Sharyn Talbert

In our twenties, we goofed up. in our thirties, Ohio State saved us. It was the stage upon which our love took flight. And as everyone knows, education is the key. But what we found inside those unlocked doors--that's the story.

Help! My Kid Won't Go to School!

by Katie Fowle and Sharoya Ham

Help! My Kid Won’t Go to School! is part memoir and part step-by- step guide. Co-author Katie Fowle shares her raw and honest account of overcoming school refusal with her daughter. In addition, Parent Coach and co-author Sharoya Ham provides a roadmap to help parents unravel the underlying causes of their child’s school resistance. The book’s concise, story-driven chapters teach parents strategies to use in the heat of the moment that will get their children out the door and back to s... more

What the Heal

by Tia Warrick

In "What the Heal," Tia Warrick offers a raw and honest glimpse into her life's journey, entwined with the heritage of a first-generation immigrant Caribbean family. She candidly explores the dynamic of her family relationships, amidst a backdrop of turmoil and resilience, illustrating the profound effects of her upbringing on her life's path. The book's title cleverly reflects the dual themes of pain and healing portrayed in Tia's story, inviting readers on a transformative journey from deep-se... more

Stigma - Through the Eyes of a Bipolar Artist

by David A. Feingold, Ed.D

Readers are taken on a deeply personal journey through the ups and downs of bipolar disorder through a creative weaving of the author's raw and emotive art, descriptive captions, poetry, memoir, and reader self-help. It is an honest portrayal of the stigma surrounding mental illness and how it impacts both those who suffer from it and those who love and care for them. With unflinching honesty and a determination to overcome the challenges posed by bipolar disorder, the book shows us that, despit... more

The Miller's Angel Baby

by A.R. Miller

Book Synopsis The Miller’s Angel Baby In "The Miller’s Angel Baby," the author Alexis crafts an intimate journey through the tumultuous waves of loss, discovery, and redemption. Set against the backdrop of a seemingly perfect life, the narrative delves into the depths of the human spirit, unearthing buried truths and unfulfilled dreams. At first glance, Alexis appears to embody the epitome of success: a flourishing career, a loving family, and a steadfast commitment to her roles as wife... more

Goal in Progress: The Detours and Diversions of a Spiritual Journey

by Bhikkhu Nyanadhammika

In Goal in Progress: The Detours and Diversions of a Spiritual Journey, an American Buddhist monk describes his eclectic, non-linear spiritual journey and his ongoing attempts to clarify the goal of his quest. Beginning with his early search during the late 1970s, followed by a prolonged residence in West Berlin, he goes on to articulate the monastic journey he embarked on at the age of fifty-four. After initially entering into Buddhist monastic life in Bodhgaya, India, and subsequently ordai... more

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