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In the Dear John letter Daddy left for Mother and me, on a Saturday afternoon in early June 1996, on the inlaid Florentine table in the front entry of our house, which we found that night upon returning from a day spent in the crème-colored light of Neiman's, Daddy wrote that he was leaving us because Mother was crazy, and because she'd driven me crazy in a way that perfectly suited her own insanity.
In a memoir studded with delicious lines and...
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DO YOU REMEMBER YOUR FIRST LOVE?
Do you remember your first heart break? This Memoir book is about a young woman who fell in love at the age of fifteen. She never expected to go through all of the pain, hurt and abuse that she encountered over the years. She had to grow up at an early age and thought that everything she went through in her seventeen year relationship was normal and ok. She had to learn the hard way and she had to make many...
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Follow Randy Mink in this autobiographical anthology as he takes readers through four different periods of his life. His tear-jerking book, "Front Porches to the Picture Window," features heartfelt stories written in his Hemingway style, writing the simplest and truest sentences he knows. Those tears of sorrow will change to tears of laughter with later humorous stories written in a style that has been compared to Lewis Grizzard.
Randy takes readers...
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This book offers a light-hearted yet insightful glimpse into the aviation world, sharing true stories to entertain and educate readers. It underscores the importance of vigilance and precision in cockpit duties, advocating for the "correct way" as the only way, given the stakes. Emphasizing the value of admitting and learning from mistakes, it encourages finding humor in every aspect of life and work, making it a valuable read for both aviation enthusiasts...
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"The Unbreakable Human Spirit of Resilience: A Boy's Journey from Adversity to Triumph" transcends the typical memoir genre, narrating the profound journey of Ericboy, a young boy whose early life in the war-torn streets of Liberia forges his unyielding spirit. His tale begins in the challenging environment of West Point's slums, moves through the contrasting worlds of Mamba Point, and is violently disrupted by the Liberian Civil Wars, turning his...
6) #Winning
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#winning is a twenty-years-in-the-making autobiography that encompasses the life of a young woman who has sacrificed everything she has to please others. Being a giver is a wonderful quality but not when it results in being abused, stolen from, losing your family, having to claim bankruptcy, and almost losing your life. You will be able to go back in time to 1999 when this young author was twelve years old and read many of the journal entries that...
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Bob Skaleski spins a story with microscopic accuracy sautéed in laugh-out- loud humor (although a few tales require a box of Kleenex). He writes with sensitivity and illustrates how his understanding of today's world was established by the time he entered high school. "The Child is Father of Man," declared English Poet, William Wordsworth. Bob Skaleski exemplifies this point. Bob guides us through remembrances about Baseball, Civil Rights, God and...
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A chronicle of growing up in the 1950s in small-town America. Experiences include bicycling, games we played (both summer and winter), description of Thanksgiving Dinner at Grandma's with her coal stove, and playing baseball even when there were not enough players for two teams. Sometimes we played with as few as three players. Of course there are sections on our schools, elementary and high school, and rock and roll. The old swimming hole, part time...
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As I review my general surroundings, I am somewhat confused. The children of today are being bombarded and consumed by the continual assault of cyber technology, and I have this worrisome feeling that they are progressing to oblivion. Let us hope that I am wrong and their childhoods were and will be as simple and happy as mine.
Dominic is a retired educator and resides in Arizona. This is his first book.
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In a world where the pressure to conform and excel in predefined roles often leaves us feeling stuck and unfulfilled, "How Should We Think About This" emerges as a poignant memoir for those seeking meaning beyond societal expectations. The author, who has long pondered life's profound questions, draws from his diverse experiences as a restaurateur, an entrepreneurial consultant, a personal coach, and a father. His life, rich in inquiry and exploration,...
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Anita Helm's story is a beacon of hope for those navigating adversity or questioning their path. "A Leap of Faith" proves that mistakes don't have to define you. Questionable decisions and consequences are merely steps towards your intended destination. Peek into the restoration of a survivor, find inspiration and strength, and develop the resilience to make educated choices. These stories share Anita's vulnerabilities when making big decisions throughout...
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"Looking back at my battle with insecurity about my identity, worth, and uniqueness, I have come to see that I was listening to lies from the Enemy." In Unique Anna shares her deeply personal experience with insecurity, inadequacy, and guilt in her first years as a mother and how that affected her marriage, motherhood, and relationship with God. With great vulnerability, she discloses the roots of her struggles and shares her journey to purpose, joy,...
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From the author of THIN IS THE NEW HAPPY comes a hilarious new memoir about embracing your Inner Hater. In the midst of a health and career crisis, Valerie uncorks years of pent up rage, and discovers you don't have to be happy to be happy. You don't have to love everyone else to like yourself. And that your Bitchy Twin might just be your funniest, most valuable and honest ally.
"The hate in you has got to come out."
After being advised to reduce...
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This is an enduring account of one person's journey through basic training at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot at Parris Island, South Carolina. For those who have served in the Marine Corps, this will bring back memories of their own regardless of how recent or far removed. For those who have not served in the Marines or any branch of the armed services, this memoir is intended to faithfully depict the experiences of young men fifty years ago in their...
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Ron Pearson was born in Bramley, Leeds on August 12, 1924. He began writing this book on August 12, 2021, his 97th birthday. After a childhood beset by illness, he left school at 14, and took a job packing parcels in a multiple tailoring factory, not for him. He moved on to packing parcels general muggins at an advertising agency at 50 pence a week, which he loved. His career in advertising was interrupted by a four-and-a-half-year spell in the army...
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In this insightful and multifaceted book, the author recounts his two-year battle against one of the most pervasive modern-day ailments – depression. He likens his struggle with depression to a lingering, oppressive darkness that clouded his mind, challenging his will to live and his belief in the human capacity for resilience.
Throughout the book, the author invites readers to explore the self-healing potential that lies within all of us, a power...
18) Geo Cameron
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Geo Cameron was a practising Shamanic priest until she became ill. This account is of her meeting with the author (Ian) and of their brief love affair.
Grab your copy now and be transported into a realm where spirituality, love, and resilience collide.
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Midnight Train from Georgia chronicles the incredible rise of Gladys Knight and the Pips from their origins singing in a small Atlanta church to their induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. When two families' destinies intertwine at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, they discover the extraordinary musical talents of their children. Young cousins William Guest, Eleanor Guest, Gladys Knight, Brenda Knight, and Bubba Knight unite their heavenly vocals...
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Polarization and chaos in the world can feel overwhelming. SOULFUL COURAGE shares the author's multi-faceted experiences that reflects a tenacious uplifting approach to life's challenges. She provides a capitol city and rural view of bestselling books such as Being Mortal, Tuesdays with Morrie, Carry On, and The Book of Joy. Bobbi had the honor of working with Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross who was a pioneer in the hospice movement and she shares her wisdom....
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