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Sometimes life’s waves knock you down; other times, life might seem to sweep you along powerless. But the choice is always yours to swim back up to the light. Legendary world champion surfer Shaun Tomson and international bestselling poet-philosopher Noah benShea join forces to offer you insight on a path of purpose, hope, and faith. This timely guidebook alternates between Tomson’s inspiring experiential essays and benShea’s spiritual commentary that lift the soul, all accented with stunning full-color surfing photographs.After losing his son, Tomson walked the bitter road of loss and crossed from darkness into the light. The Surfer and the Sage addresses the ten relentless, breaking waves of life, from loss and aging to relationships and depression, and guides you to transformation. It is not a list of rules to follow that guarantee success, health, or wealth, but rather a collection of advice from two guides who have traveled far and wide and suffered deeply, but still look forward

It wouldn't be summer in Mexico without aguas frescas and paletasfresh-made Mexican drinks and popsicles in a variety of fruity and flowery flavors. Now you can bring the refreshing, authentic tastes

A cancer survivor, Richard Lombardi, the Cancer Fighting Chef, shares the easy and nutritious recipes that got him through his cancer treatment.Cooking Through Cancer: 50 Easy and Delicious Recipes fo

All My Children actress Jill Larson moved mountains as a single mother to adopt her daughter from China. George Fadok, a former Navy commander, grappled with “changing the rules” eighteen years after

Luis is an alley cat who has everything figured out . . . until he meets Tabitha, a beautiful indoor cat. Separated by a tragic glass door, Luis will do anything to be with Tabitha—even brave the dang

Unicorn is a unicorn. And Horse is, well . . . not.Horse is brown. Horse is plain. And Horse can't stand the unicorn he shares a pen with. Unicorn dances. Tra la la! Horse does not. Blah blah blah. Bu

Of all the children that ever could be, You are the one made just for me. From a child's first uttered "Dada" to his or her first unsteady steps, nothing can adequately convey the joy and awe of watch

Fom New York Times #1 bestselling author Richard Eyre comes a beautuful, heartfelt book of poetry and inspiration. Richard’s first book was published more than forty-five years ago, and he has since p

Enjoy this beautifully designed keepsake box that includes the original story in paperback and a 500-piece puzzle. This timeless love story will take you on a magical adventure with brilliant characte

The New knows softness.The Old knows life can be hard.The New holds on.The Old is learning to let go. First-time author Benjamin Fox uses simple words to explore the vastly deep themes of life and lov

“For fatherhood advice, try to look your child in the eye . . . get to know their name; that becomes important when you want something. And remember to feed them. That’s about all you need.”―WILL FERRELL, ACTOR AND COMEDIANBeing a father brings incredible joy and laughter, but also worry and frustration. Every dad could use a pick-me-up reminder that he’s not alone. In fact, most dads feel the same way! With 365 quotes from dads (who also happen to be thought leaders, comedians, and politicians) and hilarious images of fatherhood in progress, Daily Fatherhood is the perfect gift for Dad.

Want a Hug? is a happy celebration of consent and boundaries, because when an experience is natural and fun, caregiver and child frequent the material more often, and with joy.It’s never too early to teach children about the necessity of boundaries and the power of consent. Developed by therapist Christine Babinec after years of working with survivors of abuse, Want a Hug? is a book about communication, understanding, mutuality, listening, and love. Far from a didactic lecture, this joyful picture book affirms that developing consent skills is a natural, positive, fun, and affirming experience. With colorful, inviting illustrations, children will learn that it’s okay to say no and, perhaps more importantly, it’s okay to say yes. The power is in the choice.

Classic and traditional Mexican desserts made easy thanks to Nicole Presley. From Atole de Canela and Buñuelos de Viento to Oreo Horchata Cheesecake and Dulce de Leche Pumpkin Pie, ¡Viva Desserts! is a scrumptious collection of traditional Mexican desserts and American desserts Mexicanized. With dessert items like conchas, churros, empanadas, and flan, all your favorite traditional Mexican treats are here. Then add in classic American cakes and pies with a Mexican twist and other Mexican treats with an American twist, and all your cravings will be covered!Nicole Presley, recipe developer and Mexican postres baker, delves into the craft of baking and offers tips and tricks with every recipe, giving dessert lovers everywhere the tools they need to play in their own kitchens. With full-color photography for every dessert and baking secrets that Nicole has learned through her own kitchen evolution, from kitchens in Los Angeles and Mexico, you’ll be able to bring the joy of Mexican and Mexi

Zhang Heng, a brilliant inventor and advisor to the emperor, must create a device that can determine where an earthquake took place. Told in the dying art of Chinese shadow puppetry, this true story o

A raw, heavily-researched guide for women facing breast cancer, mastectomy, and reconstruction written by a survivor.1 in 8 women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime, b

Mindset Shift #1There's a Time to Date and Time Not to Date Sometimes we have HUGE expectations for the ideal relationship. Like the people in them, every relationship is an imperfect work in progress

Infertility affects about 15 percent of couples globally, amounting to 48.5 million couples, yet somehow infertility and In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) are taboo subjects, often hidden and un-talked abo

Bragging rights and bumper stickers are some of the social forces fueling today’s parenting behavior―and, as a result, even well-intentioned parents are behaving badly. Many parents don’t know how bes

Florence and Her Fantastic Family Tree is a celebration of family in all its forms when a family tree assignment gets a bit more complicated with Florence's large blended family.Everyone has a family

What makes good food taste good? A team of tastes and flavors of course!Fun illustrations and quirky characters bring the kitchen to life. Join Pierre Lamielle on a kitchen adventure as he introduces

How does a woman embrace her maturity with joy and strength when her body changes year to year? Psychologist Dr. Carla Marie Manly provides an important and meaningful window into womanhood for those

New York Times #1 bestselling authors Richard and Linda Eyre, who have been married for 50 years, bust the eight common myths that society believes make a better marriage.New York Times #1 bestselling

Oh dearest one, it’s hard to tell youEverything you’ll need.Here, at least, you have my love to Read, and read, and read. Where’er you go, whate’er you do,Have peace. Be calm. Be still.My love will ke

Tests can cause a lot of stress and anxiety, but no more! Performance coach Ben Bernstein delivers a comprehensive training guide on how to improve test scores. These lessons avoid memorization and an

Stay away from sushi! Cut out caffeine! Get rid of your cat! Step away from the microwave!Pregnant women are bombarded with "risk factors" they must avoid from the moment the stick turns pink. Heroic

Finding Family: My Search for Roots and the Secrets in My DNA was a Global Ebook Awards gold medal winner and a Next Generation Indie Book Awards Finalist. It is Richard Hill's true and intensely pers

"Fail Brilliantly offers readers a 'threshold concept' : we all spend much of our lives trying to cope with failure; sometimes we even try to reassign different values to it, but failure looms as a de

Every day, our actions are structured by our relationships. Whether it be through family ties, a shared workspace, a favorite hobby, or some other repeated interaction, we are constantly building rela

Eighty million Baby Boomers are now in or approaching their sixties and moving into retirement. While this transition may be difficult, the succeeding years can be fufilling, invigorating, and joyous.

Using six steps and a "SECRET" formula, international speaker, Fortune 500 strategist, and bestselling management author Ken Tucker explores the challenging skill sets required to na

A picture book encouraging children to pursue their dream STEAM careers, full of diverse representationI may be small, but I dream big about what I might beMy future’s bright, no end in sight, with options A to Z.It’s never too early to ask yourself, “What will I be when I grow up?” But the reality is that many fields do not represent the wonderful diversity of our world. Helping children of all genders, races, and abilities to see themselves in a variety of professions, What Will I Be? From A to Z is an introduction to STEAM fields from astronaut to zoologist. With simple rhyming text and colorful illustration from the dream team behind A Steminist Force, author Laura Carter and illustrator Anna Doherty, comes an invitation to dream big and follow your passion. Includes one page of discussion questions to help kids identify their interests and set goals.

Motherhood is stressful, but international award-winning speaker and worry management expert Denise Marek is here to tell you that you can stress less by learning to worry wisely! With her proven CALM method, a four-step process that has helped many individuals and organizations around the world connect with their inner peace, overcome their fears, and take the risks that are essential for success, mothers can tackle the stress of parenting. Whether you suffer from chronic worry about finances, family difficulties, your children’s happiness, or even your teen getting home late, the CALM process can teach you how to handle it all.The process is simple:Challenge negative assumptions that create unnecessary worry.Act on your worry to overcome fears and reduce the physical and emotional effects of stress.Let go of worries beyond your control and upsetting feelings like mom-guilt, mom-shaming, and fear.Master your mind and guard against negative thinking by planting new, positive thoughts.W

When interacting with Gen-Zers, whether you be their parent, teacher, coach, relative, neighbor, or anything in between, the generational divide can seem larger than ever. Gen-Zers ignore you, they refuse to turn on their Zoom cameras, they procrastinate, they make strange jokes, they have short attention spans, and they take so many selfies. But that isn’t all there is to Generation Z. What Would Gen-Z Do? will help you reach across the generational divide and learn how to navigate your relationships with Gen-Zers.In this guide to everything Gen-Z, John Schlimm, Harvard-trained educator and Gen-Z advocate, uses his extensive experience in working with the younger generation to offer some insight for anyone who’s navigating the Gen-Z universe. In 51 chapters, you’ll find quick, relatable lessons and activity ideas that crush the stereotypes and stigmas of Generation Z and shed light on who your Gen-Zers really are―intelligent, compassionate, courageous, and honest future leaders. Love

Teach your dog to read with this easy-to-use training guide! Dog parents only want the best for their fur babies. With Teach Your Dog to Read, you can train your dog to recognize up to 20 different words and commands (yes, really!).These spiral-bound flash cards have a simple word or short phrase on one side for your dog to read and a hilarious sketch just for you on the other. Using this book is no different than training your dog to sit. It’s a matter of showing them the word, saying it, and then sealing the deal with a treat. Action-oriented words or commands like walk, leash, down, and treat will pair nicely with your dog’s typical training, or you can use the book to train your dog and teach them to read simultaneously. Maybe next time you sit down to read with the family, your best friend can join in the fun!

Cat fun facts from A to Z!A is for American―the shorthaired, friendly catsthat crossed the sea on sailing ships and kept them free of rats. B is for each breed of cat. A breed defines the waya feline looks, the way it sounds, and how it likes to play. C is for the claws attached to each cat’s padded feet.Cats use their claws to dig and climb and capture mice to eat.Furry felines fill the pages of this ABC picture book, introducing different species, behaviors, and eccentricities of cats. Packed with everything you should know about your cat, from how fast they run to why they like to purr, P Is for Purr is the perfect book for kids and cat lovers alike. Whether they are learning to read or they just like cats, this book will have something for everyone!

From Oliva Herrick, creator of the Instagram sensation Olivia Herrick Design, comes a pack of one hundred flash cards to teach your child words and objects. Divided into simple first-word categories, they are the perfect introduction to the things a child will encounter in everyday life, from animals and nature to food and clothes. Each card is carefully designed with a single word like cereal and an accompanying illustration to make the learning process easy. With stylish, modern illustrations and the companion book, Good Morning, World―I Love You So, these cards will assist you in teaching your child to live a glass-half-full kind of life while making learning fun!

Wanting to show her grandma a snowy American Christmas, Tessa mails a card with only a drawing of Christmas fairies and the words Ouma (that means Grandma) and Cape Town, South Africa. The letter carrier who finds it knows that it can’t go to Cape Town, so he puts it in his pocket. With no name, no street, and no stamps, how is Ouma ever going to get Tessa’s letter?Follow the magical journey of a child’s Christmas card traveling 10,000 miles across the world, from the hand of one stranger spreading cheer to another, all the way to Ouma. Is it kindness or Christmas magic? With gorgeous illustrations, hidden fairies on every page, and a heartwarming message of caring and connection, Christmas Fairies for Ouma shares Christmas joy and celebrates the love between a grandparent and grandchild.

A is for Always. With your hand in mine,Adoption’s a gift that will last for all time.With gentle rhymes and lovely illustration, A Is for Always celebrates the joy and love of adoption from A to Z. With B for birth parents, Q for questions, and U for understanding, each page shows a different adoptive family of cuddly animals welcoming and cherishing a new child.

When I was born, I kept my eyes squeezed shut so tightly that my mom called me Mr. Magoo from a cartoon she loved.My dad said I was going to be bilingual, like him, so he called me El Señor Magoo.Little Antonio has a LOT of names. Different relatives call him different names, but the real culture shock happens when he goes to school for the first time. A celebration of biracial heritage and cultural identity from award-winning Cuban American storyteller Antonio Sacre, My Name Is Cool teaches children to be proud of their heritage and the things that make them different. Different is COOL.