Creative Animals

An engrossing and revealing study of why we deem certain animals “pests” and others not—from cats to rats, elephants to pigeons—and what this tells us about our own perceptions, beliefs, and actions, as well as our place in the natural world A squirrel in the garden. A rat in the wall. A...

Most of us view animals through a very narrow lens, seeing only bits and pieces of beings that seem mostly peripheral to our lives. However, whether animals are building a shelter, seducing a mate, or inventing a new game, animals' creative choices affect their social, cultural, and environmental worlds. The Creative Lives of Animals offers listeners intimate glimpses of creativity in the lives of animals, from elephants to alligators to ants.

A guide to intuitive animal communication with a human-first approach, detailing how to do personal work in order to improve your communication with animals, and diving into specific tools for communication and how to co-create and manifest with your animal. Have you ever wondered what your...

In her groundbreaking and best-selling book Animals in Translation, Temple Grandin drew on her own experience with autism as well as her distinguished career as an animal scientist to deliver extraordinary insights into how animals think, act, and feel. Now she builds on those insights to show us how to give our animals the best and happiest life - on their terms, not ours. Animals Make Us Human is the culmination of almost thirty years of research, experimentation, and experience.

Some people insist that culture is strictly a human feat. What are they afraid of? This book looks into three cultures of other-than-human beings in some of Earth's remaining wild places. It shows how if you're a sperm whale, a scarlet macaw, or a chimpanzee, you too experience your life with the understanding that you are an individual in a particular community. You too are who you are not by genes alone; your culture is a second form of inheritance. And your culture, too, changes and evolves.

Discover the body’s innate power to heal from trauma—the classic, life-changing guide to trauma recovery from the creator of Somatic Experiencing (SE) Unraveling trauma in body, brain, and spirit—a revolution in treatment and beloved global bestseller In In an Unspoken Voice, renowned...

BEST-SELLING BOOK ON PET LOSS AND GRIEF You wake up to silence, reminding you of the absence of paws padding softly across the floor. The toys remain untouched, collecting dust like the memories of joyful moments spent in each other’s company. Every corner of your home reminds you of the laughter and love shared, yet the void left is unmistakable as if a piece of your heart had been pulled away. Grieving the loss of a pet is a complicated journey that leaves many navigating a sea of emotions. It’s a struggle where sadness can often feel overwhelming, yet it’s also an opportunity to ...

“Sarah Wilson is a force of nature – quite literally. She has taken her pain and grief about our sick and troubled world and alchemized it into action, advocacy, adventure, poetry, and true love.” — ELIZABETH GILBERT Will you sleep through the revolution? Or do you want to wake up and...

Amazing Tiny Creatures – 5 Magical Bedtime Stories for Kids Ages 3–6 Amazing Tiny Creatures is a heartwarming children’s story collection featuring Princess Aurora Daneen and her magical friends, Uni the Unicorn, Draggy the Dragon, Parroty the Parrot, and Lobsty the Lobster, as they discover the wonders of ants, glowworms, spiders, ladybugs, and dragonflies. Each enchanting tale introduces children to teamwork, bravery, kindness, and the important roles even the tiniest creatures play in nature. Written in soothing language with gentle rhythm, these screen-free bedtime stories are ...

My new remodeling client is about to get the upgrade of his life. It isn’t every day I arrive at a worksite to find my new client is the deputy who gave me a traffic ticket the day before. It is fairly normal for people to be taken aback when they find a petite redhead in overalls on their doorstep, ready to renovate their house. That'd be me, and it's so awkward. Every. Single. Time. Whatever. I'll show Clint by virtue of my work ethic and skills that I'm the right woman for the job. Of course, if a fortune cookie paper predicting that we'd fall in love didn't slip out of the air duct, ...

He spent his earliest years in post WWII–refugee camps. He came to America and grew up in Cleveland—stealing cars, rolling drunks, battling priests, nearly going to jail. He became the screenwriter of the worldwide hits Basic Instinct, Jagged Edge, and Flashdance. He also wrote the legendary...

Swap “I’m bored” for “Tell me more!” Give your 8- to 12-year-old a turbo-charged curiosity boost with 1,111 Epic Facts for Clever Kids — Trivia, Puzzles & Creative Activities That Turn Boredom into Brainpower. What’s packed inside Space & Astronomy – lava-tube moons, record-breaking rockets Amazing Animals – see-through frogs, shape-shifting octopuses, jet-propelled squids Wild History – the 38-minute war, ancient emojis, secret spy pigeons Cutting-Edge Tech – AI robots, 3-D printed organs, self-driving race cars Extreme Earth – singing sand dunes, storms that never ...

This marriage will be a convenient business arrangement and nothing more. No strings attached, and above all—no broken hearts. Growing up in a broken home taught me to watch out for myself, and that the only love out there is what I create. That's why I stick to taking care of my baby sister and the hodgepodge of wildlife I volunteer to rehabilitate. Add in a stray puppy I found under the car with the help of Wil, a grumpy single dad move-in to Button Blossom, and everything’s good. He's cute. (The puppy, not Wil…well, okay. Wil's broody, which also makes him a teensy bit hot.) Except...

From trauma educator and somatic guide Kimberly Ann Johnson comes a cutting-edge guide for tapping into the wisdom and resilience of the body to rewire the nervous system, heal from trauma, and live fully. In an increasingly polarized world where trauma is often publicly renegotiated, our...

Easy, Budget-Friendly Activities to Keep Your Dog Happy, Engaged, and Calm—At Any Age or Energy Level Is your dog bored, anxious, or destructive—no matter how many walks or toys you give them? Does your pup chew furniture, bark excessively, or seem restless even after exercise? Wish you could tire them out mentally and physically—without spending a fortune or hours a day? You’re not alone. Most behavior problems stem from under-stimulation, not bad training. Enrichment Games for Dogs gives you dozens of simple, fun, and vet-approved activities to keep your dog’s brain and body ...

The Biophilia Effect celebrates our interconnection with nature and shows how to deeply engage the natural world wherever you live to dramatically improve your health. This unabridged audio presentation shares fascinating biomedical research into nature’s healing effects on our bodies...

For fans of Braiding Sweetgrass, The Future We Choose, and The Blue Zones, a book about the effect our relationship to nature has on our well-being and health. **Winner of the Best Book Award from American Bookfest in the General Health category; the Silver award from Reader Views in the Health...

Do you want to be your own boss and work with animals you love each and every day? If you have a passion for animals and you want to be in more control of your schedule and how much you make, then this audiobook is for you. Just imagine what life would be like being your own boss, setting your own hours, and being in control of your income. With a mobile grooming business, these kinds of things can become a reality. By following the strategies outlined in this audiobook, you can build the mobile grooming business of your dreams.

Humphrey's eleventh adventure celebrates stories, writing, and the power of the imagination! Imaginations are running wild in Mrs. Brisbane’s class, but Humphrey is stumped. His friends are writing about where they would go if they could fly, but Humphrey is HAPPY-HAPPY-HAPPY right where he is...

Prepare to embark on a thrilling journey through time, science, and the wonders of the natural world with Fascinating Stories for Curious Kids! This captivating book is your child’s passport to a universe brimming with fascinating tales that will ignite their imagination and fuel their curiosity. From the mysteries of ancient civilizations to the groundbreaking discoveries that shaped our modern world, this collection is packed with stories that are as educational as they are entertaining. Dive into the dramatic events of history, like the breathtaking first steps on the moon or the ...