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Delve into the minds of real people whose actions may shock and stun you, but whose stories have the power to challenge your assumptions and the stigma that surrounds mental illness. I Don't Talk to Dead Bodies shines a powerful, emotional, and surprisingly moving spotlight on the fascinating life of a forensic psychiatrist and the people she works with. It goes beyond the sensationalist headlines to show you just what happens in a world where mental illness occasionally makes good people do bad things.

Ever wonder what your therapist is really thinking? Now you can find out...a hilarious, thought-provoking, and surprising new book that takes us behind the scenes of a therapist's world. Meet Lori Gottlieb, an insightful and compassionate therapist whose clients present with all kinds of problems. There’s the struggling new parents; the older woman who feels she has nothing to live for; the self-destructive young alcoholic; and the terminally ill 35-year-old newlywed.

Growing up in deeply conservative Saudi Arabia, Suad Aldarra felt stifled. The daughter of Syrian parents, she railed against the extreme strictures placed on women in Saudi society at the time and the rising prejudice her family faced as migrants. When the opportunity arose to study software engineering at Damascus University, she jumped at the chance to move to the city she loved for a degree of freedom she'd never known. But when the war started, everything changed. 

No One Talks About This Stuff is a support group for almost-parents. A place to share their journeys of loss and limbo, to confront social pressure and to find courage in the darkness of tragedies which happen every day yet are brushed under the carpet. So, we hear from a stepmother who wrestles...

An incredible, revolutionary true story and surprisingly simple guide to teaching your dog to talk from speech-language pathologist Christina Hunger, who has taught her dog, Stella, to communicate using simple paw-sized buttons associated with different words. When speech-language pathologist...

For fans of The Next Conversation comes an insider's view of the Australian legal system, packed with hilarious true stories and useful life lessons. As a criminal defence lawyer, Jahan Kalantar has helped people in their most desperate hour, from hardened jailbirds to accidental offenders...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “A must-read for anyone who cares about their quality of life . . . Dr. Sharon Malone is the first person I turn to for a whole host of issues, especially my health.”—MICHELLE OBAMA A practical guide to aging and health for women who have felt ignored or...

When acclaimed science writer Stefan Klein asks Nobel Prize-winning chemist Roald Hoffmann what sets scientists apart, Hoffmann says, "First and foremost, curiosity." In this collection of intimate conversations with 19 of the world's best-known scientists (including three Nobel Laureates), Klein lets us listen in as today's leading minds reveal what they still hope to discover - and how their paradigm-changing work entwines with their lives outside the lab.

JOEY CABALLERO's journey from childhood fascination with law enforcement to working inside some of the toughest correctional facilities exposes a world of danger, corruption, and moral complexity.

It is a true story of Dr. Simarta’s journey of acceptance and discovery in how to pivot, how to reinvent, and how to adapt. The book teaches us how to go from surviving to thriving. Dr. Simarta is an internal medicine physician breaking her silence about her resilience, hardship, and determination needed to live under the radar as a doctor, patient, and caregiver.

In 2009, Stacy was a three-time divorced, three-time college dropout, single mom to a son with autism and a daughter living out-of-state with her dad. On government assistance and barely able to pay bills, she ran her first marathon and the trajectory of her entire life changed the instant she crossed the finish line. Determined to turn her life around, Stacy enrolled in college for a fourth time. For the first time in decades, she unearthed the memories she had long ago buried - of the abuse by her father, the loss of her religion, the baby she had placed for adoption....

If These Walls Could Talk is a collection of real stories from teachers across the country, navigating the ups and downs of the classroom with humor and heart. From hilarious student encounters to unforgettable moments with parents and administrators, this book highlights the shared experiences that connect educators everywhere. Whether you're a teacher, a parent, or anyone who's ever set foot in a classroom, one lesson stands out above all: teachers deserve a raise!

In Good Business, Novelli begins with his early career success in Mad Men-era marketing, which left him feeling unfulfilled. He describes the process of changing career trajectory: how he helped reposition the Peace Corps; built Porter Novelli, a global PR agency for social impact; fought the Tobacco Wars; and became CEO of AARP, the largest nonprofit in America.

Michael E. Gerber is the author of 13 business books, including the best seller The E-Myth Revisited. His revolutionary perspective has become the gold standard for small business development throughout the world, making him what INC magazine calls “The World’s #1 Small Business Guru” and one of BusinessWeek’s best-selling authors of past decades.

What One Man Said to Another is, on one level, a series of extended conversations between friends. On another, it is a spoken autobiography of Richard Selzer, respected surgeon and writer, as recorded by New York artist and writer Peter Josyph.

This book will help you understand the basics of social skills and step-by-step tutorials for improving various social skill sets. It will guide you in enhancing your confidence, conversation skills, and public speaking skills. In this book, you will discover a thorough understanding of the fears and anxieties coming in the way of your confidence building, the impact of such fears on your relationships and business, the impact of poor social skills on your overall personality development, tips to appear more convincing and knowledgeable, and more.

Discover the Heartfelt Journey of a Teacher Mom. You’ll embark on an adventure through the author’s candid reflections on life as a teacher and a mother, intertwined with Christian faith. This book offers an intimate glimpse into the experiences that have shaped her life and perspective. You’ll find authentic stories, faith-based reflections, practical advice, tips and encouragement for navigating your own life’s challenges inside, whether as a parent, educator, or in personal growth.