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Some Assembly Required

A Journal of My Son's First Son

By: Anne Lamott,Sam Lamott

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Some Assembly Required

A Journal of My Son's First Son

By: Anne Lamott,Sam Lamott

From the New York Times bestselling author of Bird by Bird, Hallelujah Anyway, and Almost Everything “If there is a doyenne of the parenting memoir, it would be Anne Lamott.”—Time In Some Assembly Required, Anne Lamott enters a new and unexpected chapter in her own life: grandmotherhood. Stunned to learn that her son, Sam, is about to become a father at nineteen, Lamott begins a journal about the first year of her grandson Jax’s life. In careful and often hilarious detail, Lamott and Sam—about whom she first wrote so movingly in Operating Instructions—struggle to balance their changing roles. By turns poignant and funny, honest and touching, Some Assembly Required is the true story of how the birth of a baby changes a family—as this book will change everyone who reads it.

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Some Assembly Required

A Journal of My Son's First Son

By: Anne Lamott,Sam Lamott

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The Rich Don't Always Win

The Forgotten Triumph over Plutocracy that Created the American Middle Class, 1900-1970

By: Sam Pizzigati

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The Rich Don't Always Win

The Forgotten Triumph over Plutocracy that Created the American Middle Class, 1900-1970

By: Sam Pizzigati

The Occupy Wall Street protests have captured America's political imagination. Polls show that two-thirds of the nation now believe that America's enormous wealth ought to be "distributed more evenly." However, almost as many Americans--well over half--feel the protests will ultimately have "little impact" on inequality in America. What explains this disconnect? Most Americans have resigned themselves to believing that the rich simply always get their way. Except they don't. A century ago, the United States hosted a super-rich even more domineering than ours today. Yet fifty years later, that super-rich had almost entirely disappeared. Their majestic mansions and estates had become museums and college campuses, and America had become a vibrant, mass middle class nation, the first and finest the world had ever seen. Americans today ought to be taking no small inspiration from this stunning change. After all, if our forbears successfully beat back grand fortune, why can't we? But this transformation is inspiring virtually no one. Why? Because the story behind it has remained almost totally unknown, until now. This lively popular history will speak directly to the political hopelessness so many Americans feel. By tracing how average Americans took down plutocracy over the first half of the 20th Century--and how plutocracy came back-- The Rich Don't Always Win will outfit Occupy Wall Street America with a deeper understanding of what we need to do to get the United States back on track to the American dream.

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Seven Stories Press

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160980435X

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Write That Book Already!

The Tough Love You Need To Get Published Now

By: Sam Barry,Kathi Kamen Goldmark

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The Tough Love You Need To Get Published Now

By: Sam Barry,Kathi Kamen Goldmark

From the foreword by Maya Angelou: "[T]he joy they promise in their prose makes me glad that I and other writers have been willing to make good writing our aim, and even great writing our dream." "How do I get my book published?" Good question. Lucky for you, publishing insiders Sam Barry and Kathi Kamen Goldmark have laid out the blueprint for what you want - your book. From transforming an idea into a manuscript to finding an agent to working with an editor to marketing your book, BookPage's Author Enablers are here to assist you every step of the way. And they've brought some backup with original insight from literary superstars like Stephen King, Amy Tan, Rita Mae Brown, and more. It's everything you would ever want - and need - to know about the industry from the inside out.

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Adams Media

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1605501476

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Calm AF

Laid-Back Advice for Getting the Better of Anxiety, Coping with Stress and Staying Chilled Every Day

By: Sam Baxter

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Calm AF

Laid-Back Advice for Getting the Better of Anxiety, Coping with Stress and Staying Chilled Every Day

By: Sam Baxter

Easy ways for feel-good days Life sucks sometimes. It does. But it’s possible to make it suck a lot less. If you find yourself weighed down by stress, anxiety or burnout, this guidebook is going to set you on the path to feeling calm and cool as can be. With these clear and simple tips on how to relax and reset your body and mind, you’ll improve your mood at home and at work, and you’ll be ready for any situation that might test your tranquillity.

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Vie

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1787838579

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The Happiness Problem

Expecting Better in an Uncertain World

By: Sam Wren-Lewis

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The Happiness Problem

Expecting Better in an Uncertain World

By: Sam Wren-Lewis

We appear to have more control over our lives than ever before. If we could get things right – the perfect job, relationship, family, body and mind – then we’d be happy. With enough economic growth and technological innovation, we could cure all societal ills. The Happiness Problem shows that this way of thinking is too simplistic and can even be harmful: no matter how much progress we make, we will still be vulnerable to disappointment, loss and suffering. The things we do to make ourselves happy are merely the tip of the iceberg. Sam Wren-Lewis offers an alternative process that acknowledges insecurity and embraces uncertainty. Drawing on our psychological capacities for curiosity and compassion, he proposes that we can connect with, and gain a deeper understanding of, the personal and social challenges that define our time

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Policy Press

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1447353552

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Hey, Whipple, Squeeze This

The Classic Guide to Creating Great Ads

By: Luke Sullivan,Sam Bennett,Edward Boches

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Hey, Whipple, Squeeze This

The Classic Guide to Creating Great Ads

By: Luke Sullivan,Sam Bennett,Edward Boches

The classic (and irreverent) bestselling guide to creating great advertising Hey Whipple, Squeeze This has inspired a generation of ad students, copywriters, and young creatives to make their mark in the industry. But students need new guidance to ply their craft now in the digital world. This new fourth edition explains how to bring brand stories into interactive, dynamic places online, in addition to traditional television, radio, print, and outdoor ads. Creativity is still king, but this new edition contains: Important new chapters and updates that bring Whipple into the new digital world New content and examples for how to use social media and other emerging platforms Illustrate what's changing in the new world of advertising—and what isn't Hey Whipple, Squeeze This! will help sharpen your writing chops, unleash your creativity, and help raise the level of your work from hack to master craftsman.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1118237188

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9781118237182

The 15-Minute Method

The Surprisingly Simple Art of Getting It Done

By: Sam Bennett

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The 15-Minute Method

The Surprisingly Simple Art of Getting It Done

By: Sam Bennett

Feeling overwhelmed? Procrastinating, then frantically pushing to get everything done? The good news is that healthy productivity is not about doing more. It’s about doing more of what matters. Modern life has us feeling swamped, unsure how to move forward on goals and dreams while still managing the day-to-day. And then there are all those other things still on the list: the garage needs cleaning, those photos need organizing, and the emails, the emails, the emails . . . Sam Bennett presents a radically simple idea: small actions, the kind you can do in 15 minutes, are enough to move the needle on your levels of joy and satisfaction — and ultimately change your life. Sam guides you from overwhelm to accomplishment by showing you how to: • let go of perfectionism, self-doubt, impostor syndrome, and other destructive patterns • manage when life feels out of control due to health or family concerns • break intimidating projects into a series of manageable tasks • tactfully say no to extra work when people put you on the spot • take a quarter of an hour a day for yourself to create new routines that support a balanced life

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New World Library

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1608689077

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A Holy Haunting

Why Faith Isn’t a Leap but a Series of Staggers from One Safe Place to Another

By: Sam D. Kim

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A Holy Haunting

Why Faith Isn’t a Leap but a Series of Staggers from One Safe Place to Another

By: Sam D. Kim

What if we’ve been looking at faith all wrong? What if the rise of spiritual consciousness is not a mere byproduct of cultural factors, but an echo resounding from eternity? Atheists like Richard Dawkins often mock prayer, equating it to calling upon a fairy in the sky. This misunderstanding of prayer’s purpose pervades western society, criticizing those that practice traditional faith as “old fashioned” or “out of touch.” In A Holy Haunting, Dr. Sam D. Kim interacts with this perception of faith and challenges readers to look at faith another way. The rise of modernism was both a blessing and curse for the church; while modernists articulated belief in a succinct and coherent fashion, they reduced the mystery and wonder of faith to nothing more than blind belief. According to Dr. Sam D. Kim, faith is not a set of beliefs, but a central aspect of human existence—defining who they are in the deepest ontological sense. Unlike many who discredit the power of the spiritual or immaterial, Dr. Kim sees human consciousness—the soul—as evidence of humanity being forged in the corridors of eternity, before the primordial universe and the Big Bang. A roadmap of discovery for skeptics and believers alike, A Holy Haunting befriends the doubter, challenges the churchgoer, and gives fresh perspective to the seeker.

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Morgan James Publishing

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1631959913

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Our Stories: A Storied Woman’s Anthology

By: Corynne Stewart,Symphony Howe,Alisha McGlothan,Sam Barnette

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Our Stories: A Storied Woman’s Anthology

By: Corynne Stewart,Symphony Howe,Alisha McGlothan,Sam Barnette

Our Stories: A Storied Woman's Anthology is a collection written by feminine folk who dare to share a peiece of themselves with the world. This is a passion of project of Mudita Yoga, Inc., a 501c3 organization, that seeks to improves the lives of women through wellness and mutual aid.

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NSN2 Publishing

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1088177182

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POP!

Create the Perfect Pitch, Title, and Tagline for Anything

By: Sam Horn

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POP!

Create the Perfect Pitch, Title, and Tagline for Anything

By: Sam Horn

Why do some ideas break out and others fade away? What causes people to become so excited about a product that they can?t wait to tell their friends? How can an idea be communicated so that it catches fire in people?s imaginations? Popular author, consultant, and workshop leader Sam Horn identifies what makes an idea, message, or product break out, and presents a simple and proven process?POP! (Purposeful, Original, Pithy)?to create one-of-a-kind ideas, products, and messages that pop through the noise, off the shelf, and into consumers? imaginations.

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1101191201

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Someday Is Not a Day in the Week

10 Hacks to Make the Rest of Your Life the Best of Your Life

By: Sam Horn

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Someday Is Not a Day in the Week

10 Hacks to Make the Rest of Your Life the Best of Your Life

By: Sam Horn

Inspired me to ask myself why and to stop postponing the forgotten dreams." —Geneen Roth, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Women Food and God and This Messy Magnificent Life Full of inspirational insights and advice, lifehacks, and real-world examples, Someday is Not a Day in the Week is CEO Sam Horn’s motivational guide to help readers get what they want in life today rather than "someday." Are you: • Working, working, working? • Busy taking care of everyone but yourself? • Wondering what to do with the rest of your life? • Planning to do what makes you happy someday when you have more time, money, or freedom? What if someday never happens? As the Buddha said, “The thing is, we think we have time.” Sam Horn is a woman on a mission about not waiting for SOMEDAY ... and this is her manifesto. Her dad’s dream was to visit all the National Parks when he retired. He worked six to seven days a week for decades. A week into his long-delayed dream, he had a stroke. Sam doesn’t want that to happen to you. She took her business on the road for a Year by the Water. During her travels, she asked people, “Do you like your life? Your job? If so, why? If not, why not?” The surprising insights about what makes people happy or unhappy, what they’re doing about it (or not), and why...will inspire you to carve out time for what truly matters now, not later. Life is much too precious to postpone. It’s time to put yourself in your own story. The good news is, there are “hacks” you can do right now to make your life more of what you want it to be. And you don’t have to be selfish, quit your job, or win the lottery to do them. Sam Horn offers actionable, practical advice in short, snappy chapters to show you how to get started on your best life — now.

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Macmillan + ORM

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1250201233

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It's OK to Feel Sh*t (Sometimes)

Kind Words and Practical Advice for When You're Feeling Low

By: Sam Cooper

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It's OK to Feel Sh*t (Sometimes)

Kind Words and Practical Advice for When You're Feeling Low

By: Sam Cooper

A supportive guide filled with actionable tips and advice to help you when you're feeling low We all feel like sh*t sometimes, and that's OK. Whether you're struggling with low mood, self-esteem issues or a more serious mental health condition, it's important to know that what you're experiencing is nothing to be afraid or ashamed of. Packed with kind words and thoughtful advice, this informative guide is here to help you make sense of your feelings. With a breakdown of the most common causes of low mood, from work-related stress to clinical depression, this book teaches you how to recognize these issues and provides helpful tips on how to cope with them. Topics covered include: Anxiety, stress and depression Self-care and mindfulness How to talk about your mental health Where to seek professional help It's OK to Feel Sh*t (Sometimes) will help you gain a deeper understanding of your mental health and leave you feeling better equipped to deal with whatever's getting you down, so you can take those next steps.

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Summersdale

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1837991952

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To Transform a City

Whole Church, Whole Gospel, Whole City

By: Eric Swanson,Sam Williams

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To Transform a City

Whole Church, Whole Gospel, Whole City

By: Eric Swanson,Sam Williams

To Transform a City is a timely, compelling book that helps readers understand how to think about cities, their own city, and the broad strategies needed for kingdom impact. The book begins with an overview of the importance of cities in the new day in which we live. The authors address the process of transformation along with examples of where and how communities have been transformed throughout history. After writing a persuasive chapter on kingdom thinking the authors unfold the meaning of the whole church, the whole gospel, and the whole city. The book ends with the need for people of good faith to work together in the city with people of good will for the welfare of the city.

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Zondervan

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0310576350

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9780310576358

Take the Bully by the Horns

Stop Unethical, Uncooperative, or Unpleasant People from Running and Ruining Your Life

By: Sam Horn

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Take the Bully by the Horns

Stop Unethical, Uncooperative, or Unpleasant People from Running and Ruining Your Life

By: Sam Horn

How often have you wished you knew how to defuse the difficult people who wreak havoc on your life? Whether it's a neighbor who keeps disturbing your peace, an employer who manipulates you into unpaid overtime, a spouse who criticizes and controls your every move, a colleague who uses scare tactics to intimidate you, or a student who teases your child without mercy, Take the Bully by the Horns will give you real-life strategies stop people from taking advantage of you, including how to: * Adopt a "don't you dare" attitude * Refuse to play The Blame-Shame Game * Beat em to the punch...line * Stop paying the price of nice * Put all kidding aside * Act on your anger instead of suffering in silence * Savior Self from martyrs and guilt-mongers * Not be victimized by crazy-making Jekyll/Hyde personalities * Adopt the Clarity Rules and Rights With these tools, you can take back your peace of mind and your sanity. You'll be able to fight back constructively and prevent harrassment by bullies, from the workplace to the schoolyard. The bold suggestions in Take the Bully by the Horns will show you once and for all how to convince unfair or unkind relatives, co-workers, customers, or strangers to either behave cooperatively or leave you alone.

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St. Martin's Press

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142997561X

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9781429975612

Stories of the Courage to Teach

Honoring the Teacher's Heart, paperback reprint

By: Sam M. Intrator

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Stories of the Courage to Teach

Honoring the Teacher's Heart, paperback reprint

By: Sam M. Intrator

WISE STORIES TO HONOR AND ENCOURAGE THE HEARTS OF TEACHERS "A heartwarming collection of essays about the doubts, passions, insecurities, and life-changing moments of teachers." -American School Board Journal "Our history books are filled with examples of the efforts of committed education employees who helped to make this country what it is today. Stories of the Courage to Teach challenges today's teachers to see themselves not only as school employees, dedicated to serving children, but as leaders in their schools and communities." -Bob Chase, president, National Education Association "It's the worst-kept secret in education: the passionate and talented teacher makes more of a difference than any school policy. Yet for all the ink spilled over school reform, little gets written about what makes a great teacher tick. Stories of the Courage to Teach . . . [by Sam Intrator] bucks this trend by looking into the hearts of twenty-five effective teachers, knitting together their first-person narratives with his own ideas about great teaching." -New York Times "The teachers featured in this anthology have all, at various junctures, been on the verge of exhaustion, and the book is, in many ways, a sustained meditation on how they've sought to regain their emotional and spiritual strength." -Teacher Magazine "Stories of the Courage to Teach . . . honors teachers who struggle to rekindle their passion for teaching." -Christian Science Monitor

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John Wiley & Sons

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078799684X

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Sky Train

Tibetan Women on the Edge of History

By: Canyon Sam

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Sky Train

Tibetan Women on the Edge of History

By: Canyon Sam

Through a lyrical narrative of her journey to Tibet in 2007, activist Canyon Sam contemplates modern history from the perspective of Tibetan women. Traveling on China's new "Sky Train," she celebrates Tibetan New Year with the Lhasa family whom she'd befriended decades earlier and concludes an oral-history project with women elders. As she uncovers stories of Tibetan women's courage, resourcefulness, and spiritual strength in the face of loss and hardship since the Chinese occupation of Tibet in 1950, and observes the changes wrought by the controversial new rail line in the futuristic "new Lhasa," Sam comes to embrace her own capacity for letting go, for faith, and for acceptance. Her glimpse of Tibet's past through the lens of the women - a visionary educator, a freedom fighter, a gulag survivor, and a child bride - affords her a unique perspective on the state of Tibetan culture today - in Tibet, in exile, and in the widening Tibetan diaspora. Gracefully connecting the women's poignant histories to larger cultural, political, and spiritual themes, the author comes full circle, finding wisdom and wholeness even as she acknowledges Tibet's irreversible changes.

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University of Washington Press

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0295800062

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9780295800066

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