New York Times Bestseller ""There is no writer quite like Dolly Alderton working today and very soon the world will know it.” —Lisa Taddeo, author of #1 New York Times bestseller Three Women “Dolly Alderton has always been a sparkling Roman candle of talent. She is funny, smart, and explosively engaged in the wonders and weirdness of the world. But what makes this memoir more than mere entertainment is the mature and sophisticated evolution that Alderton describes in these pages. It’s a beautifully told journey and a thoughtful, important book. I loved it.” —Elizabeth Gilbert, New York Times bestselling author of Eat, Pray, Love and City of Girls The wildly funny, occasionally heartbreaking internationally bestselling memoir about growing up, growing older, and learning to navigate friendships, jobs, loss, and love along the ride When it comes to the trials and triumphs of becoming an adult, journalist and former Sunday Times columnist Dolly Alderton has seen and tried it all. In her memoir, she vividly recounts falling in love, finding a job, getting drunk, getting dumped, realizing that Ivan from the corner shop might just be the only reliable man in her life, and that absolutely no one can ever compare to her best girlfriends. Everything I Know About Love is about bad dates, good friends and—above all else— realizing that you are enough. Glittering with wit and insight, heart and humor, Dolly Alderton’s unforgettable debut weaves together personal stories, satirical observations, a series of lists, recipes, and other vignettes that will strike a chord of recognition with women of every age—making you want to pick up the phone and tell your best friends all about it. Like Bridget Jones’ Diary but all true, Everything I Know About Love is about the struggles of early adulthood in all its terrifying and hopeful uncertainty.

Everything I Know About Love

‘Laura Bates explains how they built the future – and forgot to put women in it’ CAITLIN MORAN 'Fascinating and essential... I urge you to read every syllable' JO BRAND ‘All men must read this book if they have any interest in a truly just, fair and equal society’ ROBIN INCE AI is here, bringing a seismic shift in the way our society operates. Might this mean a future reimagined on equitable terms for women and marginalised groups everywhere? Not unless we fight for it. At present, power remains largely in the hands of a few rich, white men. New AI-driven technologies, with misogyny baked into their design, are putting women in danger, their rights and safety sacrificed at the altar of profitability and reckless speed. In The New Age of Sexism, Sunday Times bestselling author and campaigner Laura Bates takes us deep into the heart of this rapidly evolving world. She explores the metaverse, confronts deepfake pornography, travels to cyber brothels, tests chatbots, and hears from schools in the grip of online sexual abuse, showing how our lives – from education to work, sex to entertainment – are being infiltrated by easily accessible technologies that are changing the way we live and love. What she finds is a wild west where existing forms of discrimination, inequality and harassment are being coded into the future we will all have little choice about living in – unless we seize this moment to demand change. Gripping, courageous and eye-opening, The New Age of Sexism exposes a phenomenon we can’t afford to ignore any longer. Our future is on the line. We need to act now, before it is too late. ‘Urgent reading for anyone who is interested in the intersection of tech and gender equality, and indeed anyone who wants to be a part of building a better future, free from misogyny’ EMMA-LOUISE BOYNTON ‘A brilliantly researched, incredibly illuminating and frequently chilling account of the next chapter in tech's ongoing assault on our core values. A chapter that is already unfolding around us all’ JAMES O’BRIEN

The New Age of Sexism

“One of those life-changing reads that makes you see—or, in this case, hear—the whole world differently.” —Megan Angelo, author of Followers “At times chilling, often funny, and always perceptive and cogent, Cultish is a bracing reminder that the scariest thing about cults is that you don't realize you're in one till it's too late.”—Refinery29.com The New York Times-bestselling author of The Age of Magical Overthinking and Wordslut analyzes the social science of cult influence: how “cultish” groups, from Jonestown and Scientologists to SoulCycle and social media gurus, use language as the ultimate form of power. What makes “cults” so intriguing and frightening? What makes them powerful? The reason why so many of us binge Manson documentaries by the dozen and fall down rabbit holes researching suburban moms gone QAnon is because we’re looking for a satisfying explanation for what causes people to join—and more importantly, stay in—extreme groups. We secretly want to know: could it happen to me? Amanda Montell’s argument is that, on some level, it already has . . . Our culture tends to provide pretty flimsy answers to questions of cult influence, mostly having to do with vague talk of “brainwashing.” But the true answer has nothing to do with freaky mind-control wizardry or Kool-Aid. In Cultish, Montell argues that the key to manufacturing intense ideology, community, and us/them attitudes all comes down to language. In both positive ways and shadowy ones, cultish language is something we hear—and are influenced by—every single day. Through juicy storytelling and cutting original research, Montell exposes the verbal elements that make a wide spectrum of communities “cultish,” revealing how they affect followers of groups as notorious as Heaven’s Gate, but also how they pervade our modern start-ups, Peloton leaderboards, and Instagram feeds. Incisive and darkly funny, this enrapturing take on the curious social science of power and belief will make you hear the fanatical language of “cultish” everywhere.

Cultish

Read by the author, Michelle Zauner, lead vocalist of Japanese Breakfast. 'A story that is both beautiful and heartbreaking; it is as raw as it is precious. I bawled my eyes out, but I also loved it and I hope you do too.' – Dua Lipa From the indie rockstar Japanese Breakfast, an unflinching, deeply moving memoir about growing up mixed-race, Korean food, losing her Korean mother, and forging her own identity. 'Incredible . . . It absolutely wrecked me . . . So, so emotional' – Natalie Portman 'Crying In H Mart destroyed me . . . It’s fantastic.' – Olivia Rodrigo 'As good as everyone says it is and, yes, it will have you in tears. An essential read for anybody who has lost a loved one, as well as those who haven't' – Marie Claire In this story of family and food, grief and joy, Michelle Zauner proves herself far more than a dazzling singer, songwriter, and guitarist. With humour and heart, she tells of growing up the only Asian-American kid at her school; of struggling with her mother’s expectations of her; of a painful adolescence; of treasured months spent in her grandmother’s tiny apartment in Seoul, where she and her mother would bond, late at night, over heaping plates of food. As she grew up, her Koreanness began to feel ever more distant, even as she found the life she wanted to live. It was her mother’s diagnosis of terminal pancreatic cancer, when Michelle was twenty-five, that forced a reckoning with her identity and brought her to reclaim the gifts of taste, language, and history her mother had given her. Vivacious and honest, Michelle Zauner’s voice is as alive as it is onstage. Rich with intimate anecdotes, Crying in H Mart is an audiobook to cherish and share. What readers are saying about Crying in H Mart: 'I recommend this for anyone who likes memoirs, food, and who’s ever felt lonely.' (Five Stars) 'I was captivated by this coming-of-age story which resonated with mine and other friends' stories.' (Five Stars) 'A must for people looking to be hooked in memories that span between joy, sadness and love.' (Five Stars) *Crying in H Mart was a #1 New York Times bestseller w/c 17.04.2023

Crying in H Mart

Este libro aspira a ser una celebración del carácter lúdico y popular del fútbol, pero también a denunciar el valor comercial y lucrativo al que ha acabado reducido. Un deporte cuyo nacimiento no puede atribuírsele a nadie, dado que fue fruto del ingenio colectivo y que, precisamente por su capacidad para conmover a tanta gente, ha acabado transformado en un producto de mercado, en un objeto más de consumo. Como sucede con todo lo que toca el capitalismo, este cambio radical se ha traducido en desigualdad; desigualdad entre jugadores de un mismo club, entre clubes, entre competiciones e, incluso, entre categorías, como la del fútbol masculino frente al femenino. Y en una maquinaria de enriquecer a los hombres de negocios que tomaron el control de los clubes; con el concurso imprescindible de Gobiernos, eso sí, que legislan en su favor, condonan deudas o intervienen para que la relación fútbol-televisión mantenga su elevado índice de rentabilidad. Y, al fondo, una gran institución corrupta –a la luz de las últimas investigaciones judiciales–, la FIFA. Pero no todo estará perdido si vol-vemos a adueñarnos de los clubes y conseguimos devolver al fútbol su esencia como juego y su naturaleza popular o, como decía Eduardo Galeano, su condición de fiesta de los ojos.

A fondo

También nos roban el fútbol

La història de la comissaria de Via Laietana és fosca i opaca. Una història marcada per la por, el silenci i la impunitat. Però avui la por queda enrere, el silenci comença a trencar-se i la impunitat es combat. Perquè és ara o mai: ni por, ni silenci ni impunitat. Al llarg dels anys i fins a dia d'avui, una gran quantitat d'acusacions de tortura i violència policial planen sobre l'edifici deixant-hi una ombra espessa, i aquest llibre mira d'aclarir-la gràcies a la veu de les dones. Elles ens expliquen el que hi van viure; les seqüeles físiques i emocionals d'aquell tràngol i quina relació tenen amb el record. Són relats de dignitat i justícia. Testimonis contra l'oblit que trenen una crònica corprenedora del que no hauria d'haver passat mai.

Torturades

Aquest llibre és un tractat per sobreviure a l'era digital i tornar a donar importància a un dels elements que més ens caracteritza com a humans: les mans. Al llarg del temps, les mans han ajudat a l'esser humà a evolucionar i desenvolupar cultura, art i enginyeria. Amb l'aparició del món digital, les funcions de les mans han passat a un segon pla. La reconciliació amb les mans per tornar a fer-les servir pot ser el camí cap a la tranquil·litat i cap a una vida plena, més lenta i menys estressant. Adam Martín Skilton (Girona, 1973) és periodista i escriptor. Des de 1992 treballa a la ràdio i, a més, fa de redactor i guionista a alguns medis de comunicació, com BTV, Ràdio Barcelona o TV3. Ha escrit vàries obres de ficció i no-ficció. Els seus últims treballs es centren en la seva labor com a divulgador de nutrició.

Mans

Follem? és un assaig que examina la sexualitat i el plaer i ho fa des d'una exploració més enllà dels clixés i els tabús. Aquest llibre parteix d'un nou inici per mirar la sexualitat sense la vergonya, les imatges preconcebudes o els papers autoimposats. És una nova manera de mirar cap a l'interior del desig i dels cossos humans i també cap a l'exterior, cap a les persones amb les qui compartim aquest anhel. Escoltar al cos, a l'ànima i no fer cas a tot el que s'ha imposat per defecte. En Follem?, Bel Olid explica una nova forma d'explorar el plaer propi i el de l'altra persona. Bel Olid (Catalunya, 1977) és escriptora, traductora i professora de llengua. Es va llicenciar en Traducció i interpretació i des de llavors s'ha dedicat a la traducció. En 2008 va publicar la seva primera obra, un relat que va rebre el Premi Qwerty al millor relat infantil. Ha publicat més de deu obres de ficció, no-ficció i literatura juvenil i infantil, que han guanyat diversos premis, entre ells el premi Documenta 2010. Des de 2015 és presidenta de l'Associació d'escriptors en llengua catalana.

Llibres digitals

Follem?

Alguna vegada has pensat que ets l’únic amb sentit comú? O has intentat raonar amb algú i heu acabat a crits? Potser la conducta abrasiva del teu company de feina et treu de polleguera? Sembla que ningú t’entén? No estàs sol. Sovint tenim la sensació de no ser compresos, de perdre temps i energia. Les informacions ens aclaparen i els missatges es tornen ambigus: en el nostre món, és cada cop més difícil escoltar i fer-se escoltar. Després d’una reunió desastrosa amb un empresari d’èxit que es creia «envoltat d’idiotes», l’expert en comunicació Thomas Erikson va desenvolupar un mètode que divideix les persones en quatre tipus de personalitats: vermells (dominants), grocs (optimistes), verds (amables) i blaus (precisos). Envoltats d’idiotes és un fenomen mundial amb més de 10 milions d’exemplars venuts. Aquest llibre t’ajudarà a identificar i comprendre aquestes personalitats, a millorar les teves habilitats socials i comunicatives, tant en la vida professional com personal. Ple de consells pràctics, et permetrà gestionar conflictes amb confiança i treure el millor de tu i dels que t’envolten. Per ser més feliços i relaxats en un món que, finalment, estigui lliure d’idiotes.

Envoltat d’idiotes

Patriarcat i feminisme al segle XXI. Una obra clara i directa, basada en casos reals atesos per l'autora, sobre les conseqüències psicològiques que té el patriarcat en les dones, i que ofereix eines per alliberar-se d'aquesta càrrega. Alguns dels temes que l'autora tracta són: el #MeToo i el #cuéntalo, l'aquelarre de la culpa, la hipersexualització dels cossos, la perversió del missatge, el purple washing, la identitat i la interseccionalitat, l'autodefensa feminista, les cadenes d'or i el món dels poderosos, la sororitat o el cercle de les dones, entre altres. Amb il·lustracions de Nirvana Jiménez.

Univers digital

Quan cridem els nostres noms

Feminisme i identitat. Un assaig valent i necessari. Poques veus tenen tanta autoritat per parlar de feminisme i identitat com Najat El Hachmi. Més enllà de la seva condició d'immigrant i de filla de família musulmana marroquina, el seu món narratiu és un món de dones. Amb aquest coneixement de primera mà, s'ha format una opinió sobre el que suposa ser feminista avui dia. Per això ha escrit aquest assaig que ara ens narra ella mateixa en audiollibre, per exposar el seu punt de vista i denunciar les múltiples trampes i formes de discriminació que pateixen les dones. La seva mirada, a més, s'enriqueix amb les particularitats amb què es troben les dones immigrades a Europa, que experimenten la següent paradoxa: viuen en una societat moderna i democràtica, on la igualtat de drets és una realitat legal i on existeix una consciència feminista creixent, i, en canvi, a les "filles" de procedència migratòria musulmana encara els costa treure la veu a l'esfera pública per denunciar el masclisme concret en el qual creixen.

Llibres a l'Abast

Sempre han parlat per nosaltres

Finalista del National Book Award 2020 Just després de les eleccions que van portar Donald Trump a la Casa Blanca, Karla Cornejo Villavicencio, una de les primeres sensepapers graduades a la Universitat Harvard, s'adona que la història que havia intentat evitar és l'única que vol compartir. I per fer-ho emprèn un viatge pels Estats Units per explicar les vides dels companys que, com ella, no tenen documents del país on viuen. Amb una mirada incisiva, Els americans indocumentats combina narracions sensibles i personals sobre la resistència, la bogeria i la mort de dones i homes que els mitjans de comunicació redueixen a simples actors secundaris deshumanitzats i menyspreats. Les històries que Karla Cornejo Villavicencio treu a la llum no són alliçonadores ni ingènuament inspiradores, sinó que mostren l'amor, la màgia i el desengany del dia a dia dels seus protagonistes. Barack Obama va declarar que Els americans indocumentats, finalista del National Book Award, era un dels seus llibres preferits del 2020, i en va recomanar la lectura.

No-ficció

Els americans indocumentats

El nou llibre del reconegut historiador i autor del fenomen global Sàpiens. Una obra que analitza com les xarxes d'informació han conformat el món i a nosaltres mateixos A Nexus, Y. N. Harari contempla la humanitat des de l'àmplia perspectiva de la història per analitzar com les xarxes d'informació han conformat el nostre món i a nosaltres mateixos. Durant els últims 100.000 anys, els sàpiens hem acumulat un poder enorme. Però malgrat tot, ens trobem ara en una crisi existencial. El món està a la vora del col·lapse, la desinformació abunda i ens estem precipitant cap a l'era de la IA. Per què som tan autodestructius? Des de l'edat de pedra, passant per la canonització de la Bíblia, les primeres caces de bruixes de l'era moderna, l'estalinisme, el nazisme i el ressorgiment del populisme actual, Harari ens proposa que considerem la complexa relació entre informació i veritat, entre burocràcia i mitologia, entre saviesa i poder. I aborda les importants decisions a les quals ens enfrontem a mesura que la intel·ligència no humana avança.

Nexus

Love history? Know your stuff with History in an Hour. Arguably no person in history had such a direct and negative impact on the lives of so many as Joseph Stalin. Under the Red Tsar terror knew no limits, it did not discriminate; no one was safe, no institution, no single town or village was immune. Yet, following his death in 1953, Stalin was deeply mourned. He had ‘received the country with a wooden plough, and left it with a nuclear missile shield’. And no-one else, some claimed, could have led the Soviet Union to victory in the Second World War. So who was Joseph Stalin, what was his role during the Russian Revolution; how did he come to power, what made him such a destructive tyrant, and how did he impose his will on the Soviet Union for so long? Love history? Know your stuff with History in an Hour…

Stalin: History in an Hour

Your Chinese Horoscope for Each and Every Year is a helpful and informative guide on Chinese horoscopes. Built on the long-standing success of Your Chinese Horoscope, this new book gives insights into each of the Chinese signs as well as special success tips to help readers make the most of their sign. The book also contains inspirational quotes for each sign as well as a section in each chapter concerning relationships and how signs relate to one another. However a key feature of the book will be the detailed horoscopes given for each sign and covering each of the Chinese years. The horoscopes will highlight trends for the year, giving indications of how readers can make the most of the year as well as areas which could prove problematic. Each horoscope ends with some special tips for the year. In the many years Neil Somerville has written Your Chinese Horoscope, he has built a reputation for the advice and helpfulness given in his books. Your Chinese Horoscope for Each and Every Year is a book designed for the long-term and one of lasting value.

Your Chinese Horoscope for Each and Every Year

Have you ever looked at your email, then texts, then Facebook, then Twitter, then email, then Instagram, then Candy Crush, then texts, then Snapchat, then texts again, and now you’ve wasted the time you had set aside for more important things? Jedediah Bila has solved her own Obsessive Compulsive Tech Disorder, and she did it without throwing away her devices. It's time to switch on airplane mode and settle into Jedediah Bila’s #DoNotDisturb: How I Ghosted My Cell Phone to Take Back My Life. In this timely, entertaining and inspiring book, Jedediah Bila chronicles her chaotic, confusing, and all-consuming love-hate relationship with - her cell phone. Stepping back from the whirlwind of texting, social media, and an endless sea of apps, Bila questions how our relationships, character, and sanity have suffered from our deep dive into the digital abyss. Exploring the toll that tech addiction took on her life, Bila reveals her missteps and mistakes, including several upending, life-altering months swirling in an ex-boyfriend’s cell-phone-enabled double life, and how a low-tech millennial later stole her heart. Travel with Jedediah through the embarrassing and catastrophic consequences of Ménage-a-Tech relationships, social media's Perception Deception, and the One-Potato-Chip-Problem of trying to resist Silicon Valley's hypnotic, slot-machine software designed to lure you in. Bila reveals how she navigated away from an unhealthy, oversaturated diet of tech junk food to striking just the right balance with technology to let her unplugged, real-life moments take charge. In #DoNotDisturb, Bila applies her trademark no-nonsense, common-sense, personal responsibility and accountability-centered approach, warning us that if we don’t stop acting like robots, our very humanity is at stake. Through warm anecdotes and cold, hard truths, Bila reveals how she pulled her way out of the tech fog to keep her eyes focused on the life right in front of her. And how you can too.

#DoNotDisturb

Learn with this book that brings together the essential 400 Images and 400 Words, in bilingual text, about:	Quarantine	Coronavirus	Virus Transmission	Pandemic	Medical Terms This book uses the 2 best methods to learn Spanish quickly and easily: - The Word and Picture method - Bilingual reading Learning Spanish vocabulary with this book is very simple: - See the picture - Read the name in Spanish - Read the corresponding word in English Each new image will help you memorize a word in the new language. Just see the picture and learn a new word, then move on to the next picture and do the same thing. Step by step, you will see that you begin to understand and memorize more and more words in Spanish! Just see the picture and learn to say it in Spanish. This is the easy way to learn Spanish!

Foreign Language Learning Guides

Spanish (Easy Spanish) Learn Words With Images (Vol 11)

PLEASE NOTE: This is a summary, analysis and review of the book and not the original book. In Tiny Habits, behavior scientist BJ Fogg explains the drivers of human behavior and outlines the steps anyone can take to create and sustain positive change. What Does this Start Publishing Notes' Summary, Analysis, and Review Include? Summary of the original book Easily digestible takeaways distilling the main ideas A description of the elements of human behavior and how to leverage them to create sustainable change Tips to scale tiny behaviors and break bad habits Editorial Review & Analysis Background on BJ Fogg About the Original Book: BJ Fogg’s Tiny Habits is a concise and practical guide to creating long-term change. Drawing from his research at Stanford University and his experiences coaching thousands of people, Fogg explains why change is difficult, why it doesn’t have to be, and how anyone can work with the three elements of human behavior to create habits that stick. Anyone looking to lose weight, be a better parent, become more productive at work, or effect any other positive change at home, work, or in the community will find this book an invaluable resource. DISCLAIMER: This book is intended as a companion to, not a replacement for, Tiny Habits. Start Publishing Notes is wholly responsible for this content and is not associated with the original author in any way.

Summary, Analysis, and Review of BJ Fogg's Tiny Habits

Book Description Everything we do as human beings is a combination of small actions that become habits. All our actions are put together due to habits learned over time through repetition. Even the mundane act of walking is one of these actions. Walking comes from combining one tiny habit of standing and one tiny habit of moving forward. Will you take a minute and think about it? Everything you do was once a habit that you learned. This includes talking, eating, running, sleeping, working, using your phone, kicking a soccer ball, writing an essay, and singing a song. All of these things are a combination of one habit built upon another habit to form a new habit. In these next chapters, habits and their formations will be broken down and examined. A few methods proven to assist in teaching your brain new habits will be explained. Also, how to break bad habits will be dissected. How your body and your psyche play a part in breaking and forming habits will be given in full context. Building and breaking habits also have differences and similarities in their formation and deformation, which will be examined and brought to light in the following chapters. Whether you are looking for an educational book on the inner workings of habitual environments or searching for an easy read on this topic, this book will deliver both. Tips on how to help your brain and your body sync up to reach goals you thought of as impossible before will be given in an informative and entertaining manner. Tips for consistent order and how to create good routines for your daily life will be offered. It may be that you are looking for answers on how to form or break habits, or you would simply like to spend some time filling your brain with some new knowledge on this topic, but either way this could easily be the read for you.

Habit Havoc

Harvard-educated psychologist and bestselling author Melanie Joy exposes the psychology that underlies all forms of oppression and abuse and the belief system that gives rise to this psychology-which she calls powerarchy. Melanie Joy had long been curious as to why people who were opposed to one or more forms of oppression-such as racism, sexism, speciesism, and so forth-often stayed mired in many others. She also wondered why people who were working toward social justice sometimes engaged in interpersonal dynamics that were unjust. Or why people who valued freedom and democracy might nevertheless vote and act against these values. Where was the disconnect? In this thought-provoking analysis, Joy explains how we've all been deeply conditioned by the invisible system of powerarchy to believe in a hierarchy of moral worth-to view some individuals and groups as either more or less worthy of moral consideration-and to treat them accordingly. Powerarchy conditions us to engage in power dynamics that violate integrity and harm dignity, and it creates unjust power imbalances among social groups and between individuals. Joy describes how powerarchies-both social and interpersonal-perpetuate themselves through cognitive distortions, such as denial and justification; narratives that reinforce the belief in a hierarchy of moral worth; and privileges that are granted to some and not others. She also provides tools for transformation. By illuminating powerarchy and the psychology it creates, Joy helps us to work more fully toward transformation for ourselves, others, and our world.

Powerarchy - Understanding the Psychology of Oppression for Social Transformation (Unabridged)

Hacking will demand your full dedication and interest and also a desire and a craving for knowledge and constant advancement. If your goal is to be a hacker, this is the audiobook to start with! Today only, get this Amazon bestseller for a special price. Read on your PC, Mac, smart phone, or tablet device. This audio program contains proven steps and strategies on how to hack a Wireless Network, carry out a penetration test and so much more. It gives an insight to the most used hacking techniques and how to develop your basic skills Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... What is Hacking? How to Crack Wireless Networks Kali Linux Linux Hacking Tools Penetration Test Your First Hack: WEP Network And basically everything you need to help you to start your Hacking career Download your copy today! Take action today and download this audiobook now at a special price!

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¿Alguna vez te has preguntado si es posible escapar de una relación psicológicamente abusiva? Estar en una situación así puede ser algo aterrador y doloroso. La experiencia podría distorsionar tu realidad y hacerte pensar que no hay esperanza, que la gente es cruel y que nunca encontrarás a personas buenas en este mundo. Pero también te hará ver lo fuerte que eres, y lo mucho que mereces en esta vida. Muchas víctimas de abuso ni siquiera saben que lo están viviendo. Como no saben cómo identificarlo, son incapaces de verlo aunque esté ocurriendo justo frente a ellos. Y por desgracia, es usual que los perpetradores sean individuos respetados en sus comunidades, de quienes nunca se sospecharían tales conductas. Esta naturaleza oculta del abuso es lo que lo hace tan peligroso si no se le pone punto final. Aquí hay algo de lo que puedes esperar aprender con esta guía: • Cómo identificar los focos rojos del abuso psicológico, y las herramientas para librarte de él. • Cómo fijar límites personales para que las personas abusivas respeten tus derechos y necesidades. • Un programa diseñado para convertirte de víctima a sobreviviente. • Cómo mantener distancia de la persona abusiva, y qué hacer si llegaras a recaer. • ¡Y mucho más! Esta guía te informará sobre los aspectos más importantes del abuso psicológico. También aprenderás a reconocer las características de los abusadores en potencia. Después de leer este material, sabrás qué hacer si llegaras a encontrarte en una relación donde impera el abuso psicológico. Así mismo, aprenderás sobre las etapas de la recuperación del abuso psicológico, y qué hacer en caso de recaída. Esta guía tiene el propósito de brindarte las herramientas necesarias para escapar del abuso, además de que te permitirá identificar a las personas que son potencialmente abusivas para evitar involucrarte con ellas. ¡No lo pienses más y retoma el control de tu vida a partir de hoy!

El Abuso Narcisista en la Pareja

'[An] impressively comprehensive, concise introduction to the biggest challenge facing us all – how to get our act together to keep our only planet habitable, for ourselves, our descendants and the living nature we depend on.' Walt Patterson ____________ ‘"Energy" might be a short word, but it's a very big subject, and indeed one of the most important facing our world today. Understanding the ins and outs of how we make the transition to clean energy is a vital modern competence. Stephen Peake provides a top briefing. Informative, accessible and comprehensive, it is a must read for anyone interested in the future of our planet.’ Tony Juniper CBE ____________ ‘The author says it all in his introduction: "Renewable energy powered our lives long before fossil fuels and will do so long after." As successive nations and corporations commit to net zero, the idea of getting our useful work done using clean non-depleting resources is of paramount importance. This witty, wide-ranging yet succinct guide provides a whistle-stop tour of the principal renewable energy technologies and places them elegantly in the contemporary economic, social and political context.’ Jonathan Scurlock, Chief Adviser, Renewable Energy and Climate Change at the National Farmers’ Union ––––––––––––– Professor Stephen Peake takes us on a guided tour of the ten most essential aspects of this timely and fast-moving science, examining the transition from fossil fuels to clean energy that lies at the heart of a brighter climate future. Renewable energy is central to managing climate change and our transition to a sustainable energy supply for the 10 billion of us who will populate the earth by 2050. But how will we cope without fossil fuels to heat, cool and light our buildings, power our industry and run our transport systems? And are some renewables better than others? 10 Short Lessons in Renewable Energy distils the key issues of this timely subject, examining how we can harness the power of a range of groundbreaking energy technologies most effectively to achieve a sustainable energy future. About the series: The Pocket Einstein series is a collection of essential pocket-sized guides for anyone looking to understand a little more about some of the most important and fascinating areas of science in the twenty-first century. Broken down into ten simple lessons and written by leading experts in their field, discover the ten most important takeaways from those areas of science you’ve always wanted to know more about.

10 Short Lessons in Renewable Energy

From Mad Men to MAGA: how nostalgia came to be and why we are so eager to indulge it. 		From movies to politics, social media posts to the targeted ads between them, nostalgia is one of the most potent forces of our era. On Nostalgia is a panoramic cultural history of nostalgia, exploring how a force that started as a psychological diagnosis of soldiers fighting far from home has come become a quintessentially modern condition. Drawing on everything from the modern science of memory to the romantic ideals of advertising, and traversing cultural movements from futurism to fascism to Facebook, cultural critic David Berry examines how the relentless search for self and overwhelming presence of mass media stokes the fires of nostalgia, making it as inescapable as it is hard to pin down. Holding fast against the pull of the past while trying to understand what makes the fundamental impossibility of return so appealing, On Nostalgia explores what it means to remember, how the universal yearning is used by us and against us, and it considers a future where the past is more readily available and easier to lose track of than ever before. 		“If nostalgia was a disease in the Good Old Days, then David Berry’s cogently argued, intelligent, and witty book should be prescribed reading for anyone wishing to understand what sometimes feels like a peculiarly virulent epidemic of our current times.” — Travis Elborough 		“We’re so lucky to have a writer as thoughtful, funny, smart, and cutting as David Berry. Nostalgia dictates so much of our world, and there isn’t a better cataloger, critic, and guide through it than Berry.” — Scaachi Koul

On Nostalgia

In 'The Lost Lemuria' by William Scott-Elliot, the reader is taken on a journey through the mysterious and mythical land of Lemuria, a lost continent believed to have once existed in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Scott-Elliot utilizes a blend of historical research, speculative fiction, and spiritual teachings to paint a vivid picture of this ancient civilization and its connection to modern-day societies. The book is written in a narrative style that captivates the reader's imagination and leaves them questioning the mysteries of Earth's distant past. As a pioneering work in the genre of alternative history, 'The Lost Lemuria' provides a thought-provoking exploration of forgotten cultures and their impact on the present. William Scott-Elliot, a theosophist and author, was deeply influenced by the spiritual and esoteric teachings of his time, which is evident in his writings. His fascination with lost civilizations and ancient wisdom shines through in 'The Lost Lemuria', making it a compelling read for those interested in occultism, metaphysics, and ancient history. I highly recommend this book to readers seeking a deeper understanding of our world's enigmatic past and the hidden truths waiting to be discovered.

THE LOST LEMURIA

Ready To Learn The French Language quickly and in a practical way with exciting short novels? It is no secret that language proficiency grows through practice. The more you practice a foreign language, the more comfortable you will become with it. For beginner French speakers, it is essential not only to expand your vocabulary but also to build confidence in your ability to speak, read, and master the language. The 21 captivating French stories in this book (I have included one bonus story at the end) have been carefully crafted for new French speakers to help with learning new words and phrases, while also strengthening your confidence by reinforcing what you already know. Did you realize that you are already prepared to read short stories in French? So, how should you use this book? It is best to start at the beginning, as the stories in this book will get progressively more sophisticated. Each story comes with a series of questions in French to gauge your comprehension of the story, as well as a glossary of some new words or terms that were introduced in that story. If you have trouble understanding any of the questions in French, refer back to the glossary for help. Words and phrases in the questions that could be confusing are defined in the glossary as well. Each story is also followed by a short synopsis in English for readers who want to make sure they have understood the story’s meaning. We recommend that you read each story—using the glossary definitions if necessary—and then answer the questions. You should refer to the English summaries of the stories only after you have answered the questions. The summaries are a great way to check your answers and determine how well you have understood the material, but it is important to try challenging yourself to understand French. Get your copy now

French Short Stories

The book prescribes the risks and importance of trust in any relationship - be it at workplaces, business, organizations, families or even mere incidental interactions between people. It provides guidelines on how to get over trust issues and how to build trust again in cases of broken trust situations. It explores mechanics of trust, trigger motives and telltale signs that someone is or not keeping his or her word. The book shares in details a bulletproof plan on how to let go of the past, the art of forgiveness and move on... and much more! The book is a discovery of the essential ingredients of a strong relationship and how you can nurture them, how childhood trauma can explain the reasons for your present trust issues and how you can rebuild trust after betrayal to start afresh.

The Paradox of Trust

"Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery in 'How to Learn from Life Experience: Embracing Your Unique Voice.' This empowering book guides you to glean wisdom from every moment, cultivate resilience, and fuel personal growth. Through mindfulness and empathy, unlock your authentic self for a fulfilling and meaningful life."

How to Learn from Life Experience

Unlock the Mysteries of Ancient Geoglyphs with Our Exclusive Book Bundle! Embark on an extraordinary journey through time, culture, and history with our captivating book bundle, "Ancient Geoglyphs of Peru, England & Chile." Delve into the enigmatic symbols that have puzzled and inspired generations, as we uncover the secrets of the Nazca Lines, Uffington White Horse, Atacama Giant, and Paracas Candelabra. This meticulously curated collection offers you the opportunity to explore the stories etched into the landscapes of three diverse regions—Peru, England, and Chile—revealing the threads that connect ancient civilizations to our modern world. 🔍 Book 1: "Tracing Time in the Sand: The Historical Evolution of the Nazca Lines" Unveil the mysteries of the Nazca Lines, intricate geoglyphs carved into the deserts of Peru. Journey through time as you trace the footsteps of ancient cultures, unraveling the enigma of these colossal figures and discovering their potential significance. 🐎 Book 2: "Galloping Through Centuries: The Saga of the Uffington White Horse in History" Travel across the hills of England to encounter the Uffington White Horse, a striking chalk figure that has galloped through the annals of history. Immerse yourself in tales of knights, folklore, and the enduring connection between humanity and the land. 🌌 Book 3: "Giant Steps of Antiquity: Charting the Legacy of the Atacama Giant" Venture to the Chilean desert to uncover the secrets of the Atacama Giant, an anthropomorphic figure etched into the landscape. Explore its celestial alignment, contemplate its cultural significance, and traverse the giant's footsteps across time. 🕯️ Book 4: "Whispers from the Desert: Unveiling the Story of the Paracas Candelabra" Discover the Paracas Candelabra—a maritime mystery carved into the sands of Chile's coast. Delve into the world of ancient seafaring cultures, untangle the threads of its symbolism, and decipher the whispers hidden within its lines. Why Choose Our Book Bundle? 📚 Comprehensive Exploration: Immerse yourself in four in-depth volumes, each dedicated to a unique geoglyph. Uncover the stories, cultures, and mysteries that surround these ancient symbols. 🔥 Exclusive Insights: Our bundle offers exclusive insights from researchers, archaeologists, and historians who have dedicated their lives to understanding these enigmatic creations. 🌎 Diverse Perspectives: Explore the significance of geoglyphs across different regions and cultures, bridging the gaps between civilizations separated by time and distance. 📖 Engaging Narratives: Our authors bring history to life with captivating storytelling that blends historical facts, folklore, and modern insights. 🎁 Limited-Time Offer: This exclusive book bundle is available for a limited time only. Don't miss your chance to embark on a journey through time and culture with these remarkable geoglyphs. Uncover the echoes of the past, explore the threads that connect civilizations, and ignite your curiosity about the mysteries of our world. Order your "Ancient Geoglyphs of Peru, England & Chile" book bundle today and embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of history!

Ancient Geoglyphs Of Peru, England & Chile

* “A love story about the miracle of friendship.” —Maggie Smith * “Fearless and unflinching.” —Pittsburgh Post-Gazette * From the author of Group, a New York Times bestseller and Reese’s Book Club Pick, a poignant, funny, and emotionally satisfying memoir about Christie Tate’s lifelong struggle to sustain female friendship, and the extraordinary friend who changed everything. After more than a decade of dead-end dates and dysfunctional relationships, Christie Tate has reclaimed her voice and settled down. Her days of agonizing in group therapy over guys who won’t commit are over, the grueling emotional work required to attach to another person tucked neatly into the past. Or so she thought. Weeks after giddily sharing stories of her new boyfriend at Saturday morning recovery meetings, Christie receives a gift from a friend. Meredith, twenty years older and always impeccably accessorized, gives Christie a box of holiday-themed scarves as well as a gentle suggestion: maybe now is the perfect time to examine why friendships give her trouble. “The work never ends, right?” she says with a wink. Christie isn’t so sure, but she soon realizes that the feeling of “apartness” that has plagued her since childhood isn’t magically going away now that she’s in a healthy romantic relationship. With Meredith by her side, she embarks on a brutally honest exploration of her friendships past and present, sorting through the ways that debilitating shame and jealousy have kept the lasting bonds she craves out of reach—and how she can overcome a history of letting go too soon. “An outstanding portrait of self-excavation” (Publishers Weekly, starred review), BFF explores what happens when we finally break the habits that impair our ability to connect with others, and the ways that one life—however messy and imperfect—can change another.

New York Times bestselling author and host of the podcast Nurture vs Nurture Dr. Wendy Mogel “teaches parents the dialect needed to converse with their daughters and sons at every stage of life” (Chicago Tribune). Dr. Wendy Mogel, “one of the most astute psychologists on the planet (Angela Duckworth, New York Times bestselling author of Grit) observed a pattern in her practice: when parents speak to their children their pitch tends to rise, and they come across as pleading, indignant, wounded, outraged. Their tone and body language signal, I can’t handle it when you act like a child. In response, Dr. Mogel developed a remarkably effective series of “voice lessons,” for parents who were struggling to communicate. The results were immediate: a shift in vocal style led to calmer kids, who listened more attentively and responded with warmth, respect, and sincerity. In Voice Lessons for Parents, Mogel elaborates on her novel clinical approach, revealing how each age and stage of a child’s life brings new opportunities to connect . Drawing from a range of sources including neuroscience, fairy tales, and anthropology, Mogel offers specific guidance for talking to children across the expanse of childhood and adolescence. She also explains the best ways to talk about your child to partners, exes, and grandparents, as well as to teachers, coaches, and caretakers. And she addresses the distraction of digital devices—how they impact our interactions with our families, and what we can do about it.

Voice Lessons for Parents

"Solving Big Problems Made Simple: A Practical Guide" is a transformative book that offers readers a comprehensive toolkit for conquering complex challenges with ease. This insightful guide takes you on an illuminating journey into the art of problem-solving, demystifying the process and equipping you with practical strategies for success. Through a rich tapestry of real-life examples, compelling case studies, and actionable techniques, this book empowers you to embrace simplicity, surmount obstacles, and communicate your solutions effectively. You'll discover how to deconstruct daunting problems, pinpoint their core issues, and harness available resources to achieve impactful solutions. What sets this guide apart is its emphasis on learning from both triumphs and setbacks, fostering a growth mindset and resilience in the face of adversity. Whether you're passionate about addressing environmental concerns, breaking through communication barriers, or combating social inequality, "Solving Big Problems Made Simple" provides invaluable insights and actionable methods for driving positive change. As you approach the book's captivating conclusion, you'll find a succinct recap of key concepts that inspires you to put these techniques into practice in your own life. This book is an indispensable read for anyone aspiring to become a master problem-solver, poised to create a meaningful impact in both their personal and professional endeavors.

Solving Big Problems Made Simple

Second Class is the most important book you will read all year. A political realignment is coming, and it’s my hope that the end result will work in favor of our all-too-neglected American working class. When that realignment comes, Batya and her book will help lead the way. — Greg Lukianoff, CEO of the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education, and co-author of The Coddling of the American Mind Who is the American working class? Do they still have a fair shot at the American Dream? What do they think about their chances to secure the hallmarks of a middle-class life? While writing this book, Batya Ungar-Sargon visited states across the nation to speak with members of the American working-class fighting tooth and nail to survive. In Second Class, working-class Americans of all races, political orientations, and occupations share their stories—cleaning ladies, health care aides, cops, truck drivers, fast food workers, electricians, and more. In their own words, these working-class Americans explain the struggles and triumphs of their increasingly precarious lives—as well as what policies they think would improve them. Second Class combines deep reporting with a look at the data and expert opinion on America’s emergent class divide, in which the most basic elements of a secure and stable life are increasingly out of reach for those without a college education. America has broken its contract with its laboring class. So, how do we get back to the American Dream? How do we once again become the land of opportunity, the promised land where hard work and commitment to family are enough to protect you from poverty? It’s not that hard actually. All it would take, as this book illustrates, is for those in power to once again respect the dignity of work—and the American worker.

Second Class

This five session guide builds your vocabulary for college by presenting challenging words in multiple settings. Learning new vocabulary is a multi-stage process involving multiple interactions with new words in context. This course achieves this by explaining words through their definitions as you would expect, but then presenting them in stories, with their opposites, explaining relevant Greek and Latin word stems, semantic scales and using other proven techniques to rapidly expand your vocabulary via challenging, but commonly used words. This can be helpful for college readiness or test prep. Words include acrimonious, maudlin, nefarious, quixotic and pernicious. The audiobook includes over 100 grade-appropriate words. Each session is around 15 minutes long, making this a quick and easy way to grow your vocabulary and come back for a refresher as often as you need.

Vocabulary Advancement

In a world where ethical dilemmas are a constant presence, "Decoding Right from Wrong: 7 Key Strategies for Ethical Decision-Making" emerges as a beacon of guidance and enlightenment. Authored by a seasoned philosopher and ethics expert, this thought-provoking book delves deep into the complex terrain of morality and ethics, offering a comprehensive roadmap to navigate the intricacies of ethical decision-making. The journey begins with an engaging introduction, unraveling the enigma of ethics and moral dilemmas. The author explores the definitions of ethics and morality, setting the stage for readers to comprehend the intricate web of moral decision-making that awaits them. The heart of the book lies in its seven key strategies, each meticulously crafted to empower individuals to make ethically sound choices in the face of uncertainty. These strategies are a well-structured path to not just understand ethics, but to embrace it as a fundamental aspect of decision-making. The second chapter embarks on a journey of self-discovery, encouraging readers to clarify their personal values, a crucial foundation for ethical decision-making. By identifying core values and reflecting on personal beliefs and principles, readers gain insight into the compass that guides their choices. "Decoding Right from Wrong" doesn't leave you to navigate the moral labyrinth on your own. It guides you in seeking objective standards, examining the importance of external frameworks, and introducing you to the rich tapestry of philosophical approaches such as Utilitarianism, Deontology, and Virtue Ethics. As the book unfolds, you'll learn to weigh potential outcomes and consider both short-term and long-term effects, enabling you to evaluate consequences like a seasoned ethicist. It encourages you to probe deeper, to assess intention and motivation, and to uncover hidden agendas or biases that may affect your ethical compass. The ethical journey continues by analyzing the broader dimensions of ethics, encompassing rights, fairness, and the impact on stakeholders. It equips you with the tools to engage in ethical reasoning, applying critical thinking and utilizing ethical decision-making models to reach sound conclusions. But it doesn't stop there. "Decoding Right from Wrong" champions the idea of seeking advice and diverse perspectives, advocating the wisdom of consulting trusted advisors to enrich your ethical decision-making process. Empathy and moral imagination take center stage in the ninth chapter, emphasizing the importance of understanding and connecting with others' experiences. This profound quality can refine one's ethical judgment, fostering a more compassionate and just approach to decision-making. In the grand finale, the book underscores the significance of acting with integrity. It inspires readers to be accountable for their choices and to navigate ethical dilemmas courageously, even in the face of adversity. "Decoding Right from Wrong: 7 Key Strategies for Ethical Decision-Making" is a transformative journey that equips readers with the knowledge and tools to make ethically sound decisions in both their personal and professional lives. It's a must-read for anyone who seeks to better understand the intricate interplay between ethics, morality, and the decisions we make every day.

Decoding Right from Wrong: 7 Key Strategies for Ethical Decision-Making

In a strange twist of kismet, Remica Bingham-Risher's paternal great-great-great grandmother, Minnie Lee Fowlkes, is interviewed for the Works Progress Administration Slave Narratives in Petersburg, Virginia in 1937, and her maternal grandmother, Mary Knight, is sent to Petersburg in 1941, diagnosed with "water on the brain"—postpartum depression being an ongoing mystery—nine days after birthing her first child. Braiding meticulous archival research with Womanist scholarship and her hallmark lyrical precision, Bingham-Risher's latest collection of poems treads the murky waters of race, lineage, faith, mental health, women's rights, and the violent reckoning that inhabits the discrepancy between lived versus textbook history, asking: What do we inherit when trauma is at the core of our fractured living? Utilizing primary and secondary sources, Bingham-Risher weaves together a richly textured vision of her foremothers' everyday and exceptional living: two very different women at opposite ends of their lives, converging upon the same space and time. The lives these women inhabit and generations they fostered add infinite layers to the fabric of the American tapestry. Room Swept Home serves as a gloriously rendered portrait of all that is held in the line between the private and public, the investigative and generative, the self and those who came before us.

Room Swept Home

The young woman was weaving a shawl. Jacqueline offered to purchase this square of colourful fabric, a few coins jingled on the table. A man immediately appeared and took the money. In 1993 Jacqueline de Chollet founded The Veerni Project (Veer Ni, 'the brave woman' in Hindi) which strives to uplift women and girls, to break the cycle of poverty and gender inequality, and provide them with essential skills and knowledge through the establishment of a program to attend good secondary schools – universal secondary education being a sustainable goal of the United Nations – as well as training centres and healthcare facilities. Secondary schooling is often unavailable in many rural settings particularly in the desert area of Rajasthan. By fostering self reliance and promoting women's rights through education, this uplifting story sheds a light on how such endeavours aim to create a sustainable impact on the lives of women, fostering a brighter future for generations to come so that women's voices can be heard in their communities and their countries. This cultural and sociological adventure takes on a global dimension on the role of women, their struggles, their future and their hopes. These brave women will make the world a better place for all.

Veerni

Empower Your Feed: The Ultimate Guide to Monetizing Your Social Media is the must-have ebook for women ready to turn their passion into profit! Whether you have a small following or a growing community, this guide provides actionable, proven strategies to build your personal brand, create engaging content, and unlock multiple streams of income. Packed with templates, case studies, and step-by-step instructions, you'll learn how to grow your influence, boost engagement, and monetize your platforms like a pro. Start transforming your social media presence today—your digital empire awaits!

Empower Your Feed

Vocational Astrology offers practical, innovative solutions for dealing with work, career and vocational questions – for both you and your clients. With the help of this groundbreaking guide, you can use astrology to: •Identify talents, motivations and blocks •Create a C.V., design a website and build a social media profile •Define tangible goals and awaken your life purpose and passion Along the way, Faye Blake shares valuable tips on how to develop your own career path, set up an astrology practice and dialogue with clients to help them reach their career goals.

Vocational Astrology

An Instant New York Times Bestseller! A candid, funny, and occasionally devastating memoir of a woman making her way through the food world, navigating addiction, a cultural reckoning, and an unexpected tragedy In this moving, hilarious, and insightful bestselling memoir, Laurie Woolever traces her path from a small-town childhood to working at revered restaurants and food publications, alternately bolstered and overshadowed by two of the most powerful men in the business. But there’s more to the story than the two bold-faced names on her resume: Mario Batali and Anthony Bourdain. Behind the scenes, Laurie’s life is frequently chaotic, an often pleasurable buffet of bad decisions at which she frequently overstays her welcome. Acerbic and wryly self-deprecating, Laurie attempts to carve her own space as a woman in this world that is by turns toxic and intoxicating. Laurie seeks to try it all—from a seedy Atlantic City strip club to the Park Hyatt Tokyo, from a hippie vegetarian co-op to the legendary El Bulli—while balancing her consuming work with her sometimes ambivalent relationship to marriage and motherhood. As the food world careens toward an overdue reckoning and Laurie’s mentors face their own high-profile descents, she is confronted with the questions of where she belongs and how to hold on to the parts of her life’s work that she truly values: care and feeding.

Care and Feeding

An expanded edition of the bestselling self-published self-help book, featuring 13 exclusive essays from creator and self-proclaimed instigator Kyle Creek, aka “The Captain.” We all deal with bad days and hard times that leave us feeling frustrated, angry, and defeated. Bestselling author and self-proclaimed instigator “The Captain” is the funny and wise friend we need most in times like these: someone who tells it like it is and gives us the tough-love advice we need to get back up and meet our challenges head on. In Speech Therapy, The Captain shares witty wisdom on a variety of difficult yet common situations, such as: Getting caught in a compromising situationExperiencing co-parenting conundrumsDealing with a bad roommateHitting a creative wallRegretting parting ways with someoneBecoming stranded on a deserted islandNo matter the issue, you’ll find sage advice and insightful commentary to help you survive and overcome an ordeal before it ruins your mood, your day, or years of your life. For those familiar with The Captain’s original self-published version, get ready for more wisdom and even more WTFs—this expanded edition features 13 brand new, never-before-seen essays. With humor that both cuts and heals, this wise collection of life lessons is the relatable literary therapy that we all need from time to time.

Speech Therapy

In this fascinating book, we delve into the minds of the greatest psychopaths in history, exploring their psychological traits, shocking crimes, and the in-depth analyses that help us understand what makes them so dangerous. Based on studies and real cases, we investigate the differences between psychopathy and other disorders, such as sociopathy, and discuss how biological, hereditary, and social factors influence the emergence of these individuals around the world.The book also provides a comparative look at different countries, presenting the places with the highest incidence of psychopaths and explaining how social and cultural environments shape these personalities. Topics of discussionWhat is a psychopath?The root of the problemA day in the lifeRelationships with psychopathsTurning to crimeCan psychopaths be cured?The psychopath testThe world’s worst...This book will delve into the secret mind of sociopaths and psychopaths. By nature, these are dangerous individuals who can play havoc with your life. Your college mate, office colleague or someone in your family may be hiding the fact they are sociopaths or worse – psychopaths. Unlike other disorders, sociopathy or psychopathy goes undiscovered because those who are afflicted by it are known to use subterfuge and deception.

Psychopath: Exploring the Psychology and Behavior of Psychopaths (The Unspeakable Truth About Why Psychopaths Do What They Do)

LGBTQ advice columnist John Paul Brammer writes a “wise and charming” (David Sedaris) memoir-in-essays chronicling his journey from a queer, mixed-race kid in America’s heartland to becoming the “Chicano Carrie Bradshaw” of his generation. “A master class of tone and tenderness.” —The New York Times Book Review (Editors’ Choice) “Should be required reading.” —Los Angeles Times The first time someone called John Paul (JP) Brammer “Papi” was on the gay hookup app Grindr. At first, it was flattering; JP took this as white-guy speak for “hey, handsome.” But then it happened again and again…and again, leaving JP wondering: Who the hell is Papi? Soon, this racialized moniker became the inspiration for his now wildly popular advice column “¡Hola Papi!,” launching his career as the Cheryl Strayed for young queer people everywhere—and some straight people too. JP had his doubts at first—what advice could he really offer while he himself stumbled through his early twenties? Sometimes the best advice comes from looking within, which is what JP does in his column and book—and readers have flocked to him for honest, heartfelt wisdom, and more than a few laughs. In this hilarious, tenderhearted book, JP shares his story of growing up biracial and in the closet in America’s heartland, while attempting to answer some of life’s most challenging questions: How do I let go of the past? How do I become the person I want to be? Is there such a thing as being too gay? Should I hook up with my grade school bully now that he’s out of the closet? Questions we’ve all asked ourselves, surely. ¡Hola Papi! is “a warm, witty compendium of hard-won life lessons,” (Harper’s Bazaar) for anyone—gay, straight, and everything in between—who has ever taken stock of their unique place in the world.

A Must-Read Memoir

Hola Papi

‘IF YOU READ ANY BOOK THIS YEAR, READ THIS ONE – MARTINA COLE ‘A LIFE STORY FAR MORE INCREDIBLE THAN ANY BESTSELLER’ - JEFFREY ARCHER ‘Sometimes today I still cry for the lonely, frightened little boy I was then – so unhappy and so longing for love – and marvel at not only surviving the brutality and the other appalling abuse but also, in the end, triumphing over it all.’ Abused by those who were supposed to love and cherish him, Michael Seed had to fight for survival against his violent and emotionally deranged father in a broken family home. Born into a life of poverty, Michael was starved, beaten, and sexually abused by his father from the age of five. After losing his mother to suicide, a haunting depression grew inside the young boy and he long considered following in her footsteps. Yet, even in the midst of such tragedy and brutality, he always found that his desire to live outweighed his wish to end it all. Anchored by his faith, Michael overcame his horrific childhood to become an inspiration and a guide to others, both in the church and the secular community. Rather than dwell on the past, he has used it to change lives for the better. Nobody’s Child is a poignant, at times agonising, tale of abuse and loneliness that no child should ever have to endure. Above all, Michael’s words provide a lesson for us all in courage and the power of hope and forgiveness.

Nobody's Child - Against All the Odds, He Managed to Escape the Horrors of a Stolen Childhood

From a longtime Vanity Fair writer and editor, a delightfully entertaining, intelligent, and illuminating history and tribute to teen movies—from Rebel Without a Cause to Fast Times at Ridgemont High, and on to John Hughes, Mean Girls, The Hunger Games, and more. What influence did Francis Ford Coppola have on George Lucas’s American Graffiti? And Lucas on John Singleton’s Boyz n the Hood? How does teenage sexuality in Fast Times at Ridgemont High compare to Twilight? Which teen movies pass the Bechdel test? Why is Mean Girls actually the last great teen film of the 20th century? In the same way that Peter Biskind’s Easy Riders, Raging Bulls connects the films of the 1970s to the period’s cultural upheaval, and David Hadju’s Positively 4th Street tells the story of the sixties through the emergence of folk music, Bruce Handy’s Hollywood High situates iconic teen movies within their times and reveals the intriguing stories, artists, and passions behind their creation. These films aren’t merely beloved stories; they reflect teens’ growing economic and cultural influence, societal panics, and shifting perceptions of youth in America. Much more than a nostalgia trip, Hollywood High is a lively, provocative, and affectionate cultural history, spanning nearly one hundred years. Handy, an acclaimed journalist and critic who spent two decades at Vanity Fair, examines the defining films of each generation and builds connections between them. From the Andy Hardy classics (1937–1946) to the iconic Rebel Without a Cause (1955); Beach Party series (1963–1968); American Graffiti (1973); Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982); the John Hughes touchstones Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, Pretty in Pink, and Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1984–1986); Boyz N the Hood (1991); Mean Girls (2004); the Twilight saga (2008–2012); and The Hunger Games series (2012–2015); this is a captivating deep dive into the world of teen movies that captures their sweeping history and influence. We’ll hear from icons James Dean, Annette Funicello, George Lucas, Amy Heckerling, John Hughes, Molly Ringwald, John Singleton, Tina Fey, and Kristen Stewart, and discover why the most timeless teen movies resonate across generations.

Hollywood High

“Absolutely not to be missed.” —Vogue “A muscular, canny memoir about labor and power and gender…I couldn’t put it down. What a fucking gorgeous book.” —Carmen Maria Machado, author of In the Dream House A queer teen rebel escapes small-town Appalachia and becomes Los Angeles’s Renowned Lesbian Dominatrix in this searing and darkly funny memoir that upends our ideas about desire, class, and power. The dominatrix is the id of American femininity. She says the words that we all wish we could say when we find ourselves frozen in the presence of men. No is principal among them. So writes Chris Belcher, who appeared destined for a life of conventional femininity after she took first place in an infant beauty contest—a minor glory that followed her around a working-class town of 1,600 people in rural West Virginia. But when she came out as queer, the conservative community that had once celebrated its prettiest baby turned on her. A decade later, living in Los Angeles and trying to stay afloat in the early years of a PhD program, Belcher plunges into the work of a pro domme. Branding herself as Los Angeles’s Renowned Lesbian Dominatrix, she specializes in male clients who want a domme to make them feel worthless, shameful, and weak—all the abuse regularly heaped upon women for free. A queer woman whom men can trust with the unorthodox sides of their sexualities, Belcher is paid to be the keeper of the fantasies that they can’t enact in their everyday relationships. But moonlighting as a sex worker also carries risks, like the not-so-submissive who tries to turn the tables and the jealous client out for revenge. As Belcher moves between the embodied world of the pro domme and the abstract realm of academia, she discovers how lessons from the classroom apply to the dungeon, and vice versa. Still, fear that her doctoral program won’t approve burdens her with a double life. Pretty Baby is her second coming out. In this sharp and discerning memoir, we see through Belcher’s eyes how power and desire can be renegotiated—or reinforced.

Pretty Baby

""[This book] captures the gut-wrenching shifts of a filmmaker’s life—the bizarre whipsaw from success to disaster.” —Variety An acclaimed memoir from William Friedkin, a maverick of American cinema and Academy Award–winning director of such legendary films as The French Connection, The Exorcist, and To Live and Die in LA. The Friedkin Connection takes readers from the streets of Chicago to the suites of Hollywood and from the sixties to today, with autobiographical storytelling as fast-paced and intense as any of the auteur's films. In this book, William Friedkin, offers a candid look at a thrilling era of Hollywood cinema, when traditional storytelling gave way to the rebellious and alternative; when filmmakers like him captured the paranoia and fear of a nation undergoing a cultural nervous breakdown.

The Friedkin Connection

From Bustle columnist and Twitter sensation Sophia Benoit, this “charming and often laugh-out-loud funny” (Vogue) memoir-in-essays explores the ins and outs of modern womanhood—from finding feminism, the power of pop culture, and how to navigate life’s constant double standards—perfect for fans of Shrill and PEN15. Like so many women, Sophia spent her formative years struggling to do the “right” thing—to make others comfortable, to take minimal and calculated risks, to live up to society’s expectations—only to realize that there was so little payoff to this tiresome balancing act. Tired of trying so hard, Sophia finally let go of the crushing pressure to be perfect. She navigates the highs and lows of the dating world (high: being a beta tester for Bumble; low: hastily shaving her legs before a hotel hookup and getting blood all over the sheets), and walks the line between being a “chill” girl and making sure her boyfriend’s nonchalance about altitude sickness doesn’t get him killed. She learns what it means to be a feminist, how to embrace her own voice, and when to listen to women who have been through more and have been doing the work longer. With topics ranging from how to be the life of the party (even when you have crippling anxiety), to an ill-fated consultation with a dietician who deemed Sophia’s overindulgence in ketchup a serious health risk, to a masterful argument for why no one should judge you for having an encyclopedic knowledge of reality TV, Well, This Is Exhausting is not only “one of the funniest books you’ll read this year, but it’s also one of the most important” (Shondaland).

Well, This Is Exhausting

A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK Winner, Tillie Olsen Award for Creative Writing Named a Best Book of the Year by: Time * Harper’s Bazaar * Esquire * Booklist * USA Today * Elle * Good Housekeeping * New York Times * Electric Literature * Today From the bestselling author of ALL YOU CAN EVER KNOW comes a searing memoir of family, class and grief—a daughter’s search to understand the lives her adoptive parents led, the life she forged as an adult, and the lives she’s lost. In this country, unless you attain extraordinary wealth, you will likely be unable to help your loved ones in all the ways you’d hoped. You will learn to live with the specific, hollow guilt of those who leave hardship behind, yet are unable to bring anyone else with them. Nicole Chung couldn’t hightail it out of her overwhelmingly white Oregon hometown fast enough. As a scholarship student at a private university on the East Coast, no longer the only Korean she knew, she found community and a path to the life she'd long wanted. But the middle class world she begins to raise a family in – where there are big homes, college funds, nice vacations – looks very different from the middle class world she thought she grew up in, where paychecks have to stretch to the end of the week, health insurance is often lacking, and there are no safety nets. When her father dies at only sixty-seven, killed by diabetes and kidney disease, Nicole feels deep grief as well as rage, knowing that years of precarity and lack of access to healthcare contributed to his early death. And then the unthinkable happens – less than a year later, her beloved mother is diagnosed with cancer, and the physical distance between them becomes insurmountable as COVID-19 descends upon the world. Exploring the enduring strength of family bonds in the face of hardship and tragedy, A Living Remedy examines what it takes to reconcile the distance between one life, one home, and another – and sheds needed light on some of the most persistent and grievous inequalities in American society.

A Living Remedy

Prioritize your wellbeing with these 150 self-care exercises designed specifically to help Black women revitalize their outlook on life, improve their mental health, eliminate stress, and self-advocate. Between micro- and macro-aggressions at school, at work, and everywhere in between, it’s tough to prioritize physical and mental wellness as a Black woman, especially with a constant news cycle highlighting Black trauma. Now, with The Self-Care for Black Women you’ll find more than 150 exercises that will help you radically choose to put yourself first. Whether you need a quick pick-me-up in the middle of the day, you’re working through feelings of burnout, or you need to process a microaggression, this book has everything you need to feel more at peace. You’ll find prompts like: -Map out your feelings about a microaggression -Make a list of your safe spaces -Detail out an entire day dedicated to your self-care -And more! It’s time to put yourself first and prioritize your self-care once and for all—and this book is here to help you do just that.

Self-Care for Black Women

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