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A groundbreaking exploration of a debilitating disorder that's underdiagnosed and misunderstood. Most days, Shalene Gupta was the person she'd always aspired to be. She was hardworking, excelled at work, and had a long-term boyfriend who she desperately loved. Then, every month like clockwork, it all came crashing down in fits of rage and inconsolable sorrow. Work became meaningless, and she struggled to get through the day. The lows were subterranean....

This collection of inspiring first-hand stories from across libraryland spotlights the ways library staff are making a difference in their communities. A sharing of hearts, minds, and spirits of library staff from across the country, the personal narratives in this book include: a routine reference query that inspired a librarian to reach out to a senior patron; a public library's annual Diwali celebration that strengthened the social fabric of the...

After an incredibly successful debut cookbook, Coinneach is serving up a fresh selection of exciting new recipes, charming stories and breathtaking photography from the Hebridean Islands. With his family, community and a few household names (including Westie pup Seoras), the Hebridean Baker takes inspiration from Celtic mythology, family history and some of his favourite occasions to bring us nourishing and flavourful dishes with a story to tell....

Anna Sale wants you to have that conversation. You know the one. The one that you've been avoiding or putting off, maybe for years. Diving into five of the most fraught conversation topics - death, sex, money, family, and identity - she moves between memoir, fascinating snapshots of a variety of Americans opening up about their lives, and expert opinions to show why having tough conversations is important and how to do them in a thoughtful and generous...

Aged just seven, Suzanne Heywood set sail with her parents and brother on a three-year voyage around the world. What followed turned instead into a decade-long way of life, through storms, shipwrecks, reefs and isolation, with little formal schooling. Wavewalker is the incredible true story of how the adventure of a lifetime became one child's worst nightmare - and how her determination to educate herself enabled her to escape.

Hayley Morris is beloved for her taboo-smashing social media videos, in which she personifies her different body parts in constant conflict with each other. Now, with her signature sparkling humor and unflinching honesty, the comedian reveals what it's like to live with intrusive thoughts and anxiety, provide a glimpse of the funny (if painful) moments that arise when your inner voice won't shut up.

The story of a hummingbird's early life and how they make their way into the world.

A collection of 12 stories of baby animals, illustrated with stunning, adorable photography.

The title "Bullfrog" is given to the Navy SEAL who has served the longest on active duty. Admiral McRaven became the Bullfrog in 2011 having dealt with every conceivable leadership challenge. The Wisdom of the Bullfrog draws on these and countless other experiences from his incredible life. Each chapter provides a Make Your Bed-like parable about the specific leadership traits required to be at the top of your game, including: Who dares wins, Run...

Shoji Morimoto was constantly being told that he was a 'do-nothing' because he lacked initiative. Dispirited and unemployed, it occurred to him that if he was so good at doing nothing, perhaps he could turn it into a business. And with one tweet, he began his business of renting himself out to do nothing. Morimoto, aka Rental Person, provides a fascinating service to the lonely and socially anxious. Sitting with a client undergoing surgery, accompanying...