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How to Have Impossible Conversations : a Very Practical Guide
"In our current political climate, it seems impossible to have a reasonable conversation with anyone who has a different opinion. Whether you're online, in a classroom, an office, a town hall -- or just hoping to get through a family dinner with a stubborn relative -- dialogue shuts down when perspectives clash. Heated…
How to Change Your Mind : What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About
"A brilliant and brave investigation by Michael Pollan, author of five New York Times best sellers, into the medical and scientific revolution taking place around psychedelic drugs--and the spellbinding story of his own life-changing psychedelic experiences. When Michael Pollan set out to research how LSD and psilocybi…
"The election happened," remembers Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall, then deputy secretary of the Department of Energy. "And then there was radio silence." Across all departments, similar stories were playing out: Trump appointees were few and far between; those that did show up were shockingly uninformed about the functions…
"Dedicated to the next generation of young bakers, Milk Bar: Kids Only presents more than eighty-five fun and empowering recipes to inspire imagination in the kitchen, from Apple Pie Waffles to PB&J Cereal Treats to Strawberries and Cream Cupcakes to marshmallowy Choco Crunch Cookies. This is a cookbook that teaches ki…
The Boy Who Knew Too Much : an Astounding True Story of a Young Boy's Past-life
This is a powerful and inspirational story about a young baseball prodigy who, at the age of two, began sharing vivid memories of being a baseball player in the 1920s and 30s. Christian Haupt described historical facts about Lou Gehrig that he could not have possibly known at the time. Distraught by their son's uncanny…
Cancer-free with Food : a Step-by-step Plan with 100+ Recipes to Fight Disease,
"Supported by the powerhouse team behind The Truth About Cancer, best-selling natural-health author Liana Werner-Gray offers a simple yet comprehensive guide to nutrition for those who have been diagnosed with cancer. You've been diagnosed with cancer, and all you want is a simple guide of what to eat and what to avoid…
As a botanist and professor of plant ecology, Robin Wall Kimmerer has spent a career learning how to ask questions of nature using the tools of science. As a Potawatomi woman, she learned from elders, family, and history that the Potawatomi, as well as a majority of other cultures indigenous to this land, consider plan…
The Righteous Mind : Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion
A groundbreaking investigation into the origins of morality, which turns out to be the basis for religion and politics. The book explains the American culture wars and refutes the "New Atheists."…
Lead from the Outside : How to Build Your Future and Make Real Change
Offers guidance for people who live outside of traditionally powerful social groups to pursue leadership and success by recognizing their own passion and pursuing it with the special perspective, tools, and strengths that come from being on the outside.…
Instant Loss Cookbook : Cook Your Way to a Healthy Weight with 125 Recipes for Y
"125 fast, easy, and tasty whole food-based recipes for anyone looking to lose weight, from the ... blogger who lost over 125 lbs in a year by making all her meals from scratch, aided by her Instant Pot"--…
The author of "How to Be a Woman" presents a humorous confessional memoir that reflects on the lighter side of the patriarchy while exploring topics ranging from middle age, parenting, and marriage to feminism and existential crises.…
Clean & Lean : 30 Days, 30 Foods, a New You!
Losing weight can be simple
Paleo Baking at Home : the Ultimate Resource for Delicious Grain-free Cookies, C
Enjoying baked goods can be difficult on the Paleo diet, but Paleo Baking at Home makes it simple. This book focuses on minimally processed ingredients and incorporates whole foods to make nutrient-rich treats like Almond Butter Blueberry Banana Bread and Carrot cake with Cashew Cream Cheese Frosting. Michele Rosen, fo…
Dead Wake : the Last Crossing of the Lusitania
The #1 New York Times best-selling author of In the Garden of Beasts presents a 100th-anniversary chronicle of the sinking of the Lusitania that discusses the factors that led to the tragedy and the contributions of such figures as President Wilson, bookseller Charles Lauriat and architect Theodate Pope Riddle.…
"The first full life--private; public; legal; philosophical--of the 107th Supreme Court Justice, one of the most profound and profoundly transformative legal minds of our time; a book fifteen years in work, written with the cooperation of Ruth Bader Ginsburg herself and based on many interviews with the Justice, her hu…
The 5 Love Languages : the Secret to Love That Lasts
Dr. Chapman explains how people communicate love in different ways, and shares the wonderful things that happen when men and women learn to speak each other's language.…
Finally, after four novels, Carrie Fisher comes clean with the truth that is her life in her first-ever memoir. In this book, adapted from her one-woman stage show, Fisher reveals what it was really like to grow up a product of "Hollywood inbreeding," come of age on the set of a little movie called Star Wars, and becom…
21 Lessons for the 21st Century
Shares insights into such present-day issues as the role of technology in transforming humanity, the epidemic of false news, and the modern relevance of nations and religion.…
Hillbilly Elegy : a Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis
Shares the story of the author's family and upbringing, describing how they moved from poverty to an upwardly mobile clan that included the author, a Yale Law School graduate, while navigating the demands of middle class life and the collective demons of the past.…
On the morning of April 28, 1986, a fire alarm sounded in the Los Angeles Public Library. As the moments passed, the patrons and staff who had been cleared out of the building realized this was not the usual fire alarm. As one fireman recounted, (3z(BOnce that first stack got going, it was
Hungry Girl Simply 6 : All-natural Recipes with 6 Ingredients or Less
People everywhere are craving super-simple recipes with short ingredient lists, and Hungry Girl has come to their rescue with Hungry Girl Simply 6: All-Natural Recipes with 6 Ingredients or Less! For the first time ever, chapters are organized by main ingredient
How to Decide : Simple Tools for Making Better Choices
"Through a blend of compelling exercises, illustrations, and stories, the bestselling author of Thinking in Bets will train you to combat your own biases, address your weaknesses, and help you become a better and more confident decision-maker"--…
It Didn't Start with You : How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How
"A groundbreaking approach to transforming traumatic legacies passed down in families over generations, by an acclaimed expert in the field. Depression. Anxiety. Chronic Pain. Phobias. Obsessive thoughts. The evidence is compelling: the roots of these difficulties may not reside in our immediate life experience or in c…
Kahneman exposes the extraordinary capabilities and also the faults and biases of fast thinking, and the pervasive influence of intuitive impressions on peoples' thoughts and choices.…
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There's No Such Thing As Bad Weather : a Scandinavian Mom's Secrets for Raising
"Bringing Up Bebe meets Last Child in the Woods in this lively, insightful memoir about a mother who sets out to discover if the nature-centric parenting philosophy of her native Scandinavia holds the key to healthier, happier lives for her American children. When Swedish-born Linda McGurk moved to small-town Indiana w…
In the Garden of Beasts : Love, Terror, and an American Family in Hitler's Berli
The bestselling author of "Devil in the White City" turns his hand to a remarkable story set during Hitler's rise to power. The time is 1933, the place, Berlin, when William E. Dodd becomes America's first ambassador to Hitler's Germany in a year that proved to be a turning point in history.…
"Rupi Kaur constantly embraces growth, and in Home Body, she walks readers through a reflective and intimate journey visiting the past, the present, and the potential of the self. Home Body is a collection of raw, honest conversations with oneself - reminding readers to fill up on love, acceptance, community, family, a…
Midnight in Chernobyl : the Untold Story of the World's Greatest Nuclear Disaste
Journalist Adam Higginbotham's definitive, years-in-the-making account of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant disaster--and a powerful investigation into how propaganda, secrecy, and myth have obscured the true story of one of the twentieth century's greatest disasters. Early in the morning of April 26, 1986, Reactor Num…
My Grandmother's Hands : Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts
"The body is where our instincts reside and where we fight, flee, or freeze, and it endures the trauma inflicted by the ills that plague society. In this groundbreaking work, therapist Resmaa Menakem examines the damage caused by racism in America from the perspective of body-centered psychology. He argues this destruc…
The Irishman : Frank Sheeran and Closing the Case on Jimmy Hoffa
The Irishman is an epic saga of organized crime in post-war America told through the eyes of World War II veteran Frank Sheeran, a hustler and hitman who worked for legendary crime boss Russell Bufalino alongside some of the most notorious figures of the 20th Century. Spanning decades, Sheeran's story chronicles one of…
Advice for Future Corpses * and Those Who Love Them : a Practical Perspective on
From the sublime (the faint sound of Mozart as you take your last breath) to the ridiculous (lessons on how to close the sagging jaw of a corpse), Tisdale leads the reader through the peaks and troughs of death with a calm, wise, and humorous hand. Advice for Future Corpses is more than a how-to manual or a spiritual b…
200 Under 20g Net Carbs : 200 Keto Diet-friendly Recipes to Keep You Under 20g N
"Let's face it, staying on track with the keto diet can be a challenge. But now your search for the perfect keto-friendly recipes to help you keep track of your daily macros and carbohydrate goals is over! With 200 under 20g Net Carbs there is no guess work, no endless research, and no confusion. It includes all the de…
One of the most celebrated, beloved, and enduring actors of our time, Sally Field has an infectious charm that has captivated the nation for more than five decades, beginning with her first TV role at the age of seventeen. From Gidget's sweet-faced "girl next door" to the dazzling complexity of Sybil to the Academy Awa…
"From writer/director Cazzie David comes a series of acerbic, darkly funny essays about anxiety, social media, misanthropy, and growing up in a wildly eccentric family"--…
The Warner Boys : Our Family's Story of Autism and Hope
"An emotional, revealing memoir of one family's life in seclusion--and the love, strength, and faith it took to save it. Seahawks star running back Curt Warner and his wife, Ana, were prominent figures in Seattle in the early 1990s. When they dropped from the public eye after Curt's retirement, everyone assumed it was …
The Clean & Simple Diabetes Cookbook : Flavorful, Fuss-free Recipes for Everyday
"Cooking at home is one of the best ways to eat healthier and manage your diabetes or prediabetes, but it can be difficult to know where to start. The Clean & Simple Diabetes Cookbook will walk you through the basics of simple, home-cooking, using fresh, whole ingredients to kickstart your healthy, clean-eating lifesty…
The Soul of an Octopus : a Surprising Exploration into the Wonder of Consciousne
"An investigation of the emotional and physical world of the octopus"--…
Every Day Easy Air Fryer : 100 Recipes Bursting with Flavor
So you've bought an air fryer, and you're using it to make fries and packaged foods, but don't see what the fuss was about. Pitre shows you how to start with fresh ingredients to make delicious, healthy dishes which mostly require about ten minutes of prep, a little time to marinate, and approximately fifteen-minutes o…
Lead from the Outside : How to Build Your Future and Make Real Change
Leadership is hard. Convincing others--and yourself--that you are capable of taking charge and achieving more requires insight and courage. Lead from the Outside is the handbook for outsiders, written with an eye toward the challenges that hinder women, people of color, the working class, members of the LGBTQ community…
The Obesity Code : Unlocking the Secrets of Weight Loss
In this highly readable and provocative book, Dr. Jason Fung sets out an original, robust theory of obesity that provides startling insights into proper nutrition. Flying in the face of the weight-loss recommendations that have failed in the past, this book reveals that obesity is a hormonal, not a caloric imbalance. A…
The Vagina Bible : the Vulva and the Vagina - Separating the Myth from the Medic
"OB/GYN, writer for The New York Times, USA Today, and Self, and host of the show Jensplaining, Dr. Jen Gunter now delivers the definitive book on vaginal health, answering the questions you've always had but were afraid to ask--or couldn't find the right answers to. She has been called Twitter's resident gynecologist,…
These Truths : a History of the United States
Written in elegiac prose, Lepore
The Highly Sensitive Person : How to Thrive when the World Overwhelms You
A national best-seller in hardcover, this book identifies and defines a new personality type -- and shows readers how to overcome its limitations and maximize its strengths.…
The Future of Humanity : Terraforming Mars, Interstellar Travel, Immortality, an
"Formerly the domain of fiction, moving human civilization to the stars is increasingly becoming a scientific possibility--and a necessity. Whether in the near future due to climate change and the depletion of finite resources, or in the distant future due to catastrophic cosmological events, we must face the reality t…
To Shake the Sleeping Self : a Journey from Oregon to Patagonia, and a Quest for
"From travel writer and Instagram phenomenon Jedidiah Jenkins, a long-awaited memoir of adventure, failure, and lessons learned while bicycling the 10,000 miles from Oregon to Patagonia. On the eve of turning thirty, terrified of being sucked into a life he didn't choose, Jedidiah Jenkins quit his dream job and spent t…
Reminds us how powerful the Church can be and calls this generation to passionately pursue God's vision for His beloved Bride.…
A Pilgrimage to Eternity : from Canterbury to Rome in Search of a Faith
Moved by his mother's death and his Irish Catholic family's complicated history with the church, Timothy Egan decided to follow in the footsteps of centuries of seekers to force a reckoning with his own beliefs. He embarked on a thousand-mile pilgrimage through the theological cradle of Christianity, exploring one of t…
Murder Thy Neighbor : True-crime Thrillers
"As seen on ID, these two true-crime thrillers follow a neighbors' quarrel that turns violent and cyber-bullying that explodes in a double murder"--…
Uninvited : Living Loved when You Feel Less Than, Left Out, and Lonely
New York Times bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst leans into the deeply personal topic of rejection and takes readers on a journey to explore its roots; the lies we believe as a result; and the truth about who God is, who we are, and what it looks like to live loved. --…
Say Nothing : a True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland
"Meticulously reported, exquisitely written, and grippingly told, Say Nothing is a work of revelation." --David Grann, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Killers of the Flower Moon. From award-winning New Yorker staff writer Patrick Radden Keefe, a stunning, intricate narrative about a notorious killing in Norther…
The Listening Path : the Creative Art of Attention
"A 6-week Artist's Way Program from legendary author Julia Cameron. The newest book from beloved author Julia Cameron, The Listening Path is a transformational journey to deeper, more profound listening and creativity. Over six weeks, readers will be given the tools to become better listeners-to their environment, the …
Spqr : a History of Ancient Rome
A prominent classicist explores ancient Rome and how its citizens adapted the notion of imperial rule, invented the concepts of citizenship and nation, and made laws about those traditionally overlooked in history, including women, slaves, and criminals.…
The Dirty, Lazy, Keto Cookbook : Bend the Rules to Lose the Weight!
"You don't have to be perfect to be successful at weight loss-now you can bend the rules and still lose the weight. If your version of the keto diet includes a Diet Coke, low-carb beer, or the occasional chocolate-covered protein bar, The DIRTY, LAZY, KETO Cookbook is your roadmap for results. Bestselling author Stepha…
Maid : Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother's Will to Survive
A journalist describes the years she worked in low-paying domestic work under wealthy employers, contrasting the privileges of the upper-middle class to the realities of the overworked laborers supporting them.…
White Awake : an Honest Look at What It Means to Be White
"Daniel Hill will never forget the day he heard these words: 'Daniel, you may be white, but don't let that lull you into thinking you have no culture. White culture is very real. In fact, when white culture comes in contact with other cultures, it almost always wins. So it would be a really good idea for you to learn a…
101 Ways to Go Zero Waste Kathryn Kellogg.
We all know how important it is to reduce our environmental footprint, but it can be daunting to know where to begin. Enter Kathryn Kellogg, who can fit all her trash from the past two years into a 16-ounce mason jar. How? She starts by saying (3z(Bno(3y (Bto straws and grocery bags, and (3z(Byes(3y (Bto a reus…
Say Nothing : a True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland
"A narrative about a notorious killing that took place in Northern Ireland during The Troubles and its devastating repercussions to this day"--…
"The first book from Ruth Bader Ginsburg since becoming a Supreme Court Justice in 1993--a witty, engaging, serious, and playful collection of writings and speeches from the woman who has had a powerful and enduring influence on law, women's rights, and popular culture. My Own Words is a selection of writings and speec…
The Warmth of Other Suns : the Epic Story of America's Great Migration
In this epic, beautifully written masterwork, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Isabel Wilkerson chronicles one of the great untold stories of American history: the decades-long migration of black citizens who fled the South for northern and western cities, in search of a better life. From 1915 to 1970, this exodus of almo…
You Don't Have to Say You Love Me : a Memoir
When his mother passed away at the age of seventy-eight, Sherman Alexie responded the only way he knew how: he wrote. Featuring seventy-eight poems and seventy-eight essays, Alexie shares raw, angry, funny, profane, tender memories of a childhood few can imagine--growing up dirt-poor on an Indian reservation, one of fo…
A young man rediscovers not only his childhood life and home, but an identity long-since left behind.…
Just Mercy : a Story of Justice and Redemption
The founder of the Equal Justice Initiative in Montgomery, Alabama recounts his experiences as a lawyer working to assist those desperately in need, reflecting on his pursuit of the ideal of compassion in American justice.…