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This is the moving yet deeply disturbing story of a middle-aged mother and a teenaged daughter torn apart by the sudden onset of the mother’s insanity. It details the severe paranoia and absurd delusions that began to control my mother’s behavior. It follows her transformation from loving parent to violent psychotic and my transformation from obedient daughter to terrified runaway. And it depicts the overwhelming revelatory moment when I finally learned she had died - six years before.

Learn to celebrate the eccentricities of your mind, because being aphantasic isn't a limitation. It is a doorway - to a unique perspective. Join a community that understands, supports, and celebrates the diversity of the human mind. You are not alone.

Retirement is a marathon filled with financial twists and lifestyle turns. But it can be the best years of your life—your second act! This guide is your roadmap to navigating retirement with financial security, purpose, and joy.

Before You Give Up… Before you give up hope Before you give up your dreams Before you give up your friends Before you give up your marriage Before you give up to anxiety and depression Before you give up to your addiction Before you give up and say “It has to be this way…” Before you give up and accept, “It is what it is…” Before you give up on enjoying an abundant life Before you surrender to all that’s around you, are you willing to look at all that is within you? Isn’t it time to quit playing checkers and start playing chess? Does the life to which you are accustomed to...

Darfur, 2006: There was not much room in the tent. There was less room on the cot. She lay, intertwined with Alex, staring dreamily as light wisps of sand sifted in front of the lamp. Alexander Barr stands on the edge of society. Humanity, devoid of civilization, is bared before him, raw and visceral. Sketches from the Periphery, MP Summers’ debut novel, is a gripping narrative that delves into the complexities of the Darfur Conflict through the eyes of Alexander Barr, a young contractor confronted not only by the harsh realities of a fractured Sudan, but with his own morality.

In this 30-day devotional, discover how Yellowstone National Park's natural phenomenon, geysers, reflect their creator. From the largest active geyser in the world, Steamboat Geyser, to the most famous geyser, Old Faithful, the author offers thoughts on how they might be God speaking out to those he loves on a daily basis. This is not a book of theology, but more of an encouragement to sit and wait on God. Whether you are a fan of geysers and Yellowstone National Park or looking for a devotional that is fun and thought-provoking, you've found it.

50 Things to Know before Public Speaking by Tanja Milenkovski offers a approach to speaking, speaking in any way, in all ways. No matter who you are, what you do, sometimes you don't want to speak or you simply do not know how or what to say. Here you'll find help. Most books about public speaking tell you just about giving a simple speech, but here you can find help with all kinds of speaking, no matter if it's with one person or 100 people. Although there's nothing wrong with having a little doubt or not knowing how to do something, we are all people and no one knows everything. When you need help you can always ask for it, and here you'll find it.

Trauma-proof yourself from narcissistic abuse and reclaim your power with this 5-book collection—your first bold step to recovery starts today.

Are panic attacks and anxiety overwhelming you? Take back control using the practical and proven strategies in the 2025 updated version of Sarah Harrogate's bestselling guide. Panic and anxiety can cripple your work, relationships, and overall well-being. However, they don't have to dominate your life. With Sarah Harrogate's approach, you can eliminate panic and boost your happiness without wading through medical jargon or endless exercises.

Maui is not just an island; it's a wonderland waiting to be discovered, a canvas painted with vibrant hues of nature's finest creations. But with limited time, budget, and knowledge of Maui’s attractions and offerings, planning an unforgettable visit is challenging. This guidebook is meticulously crafted to address all your concerns. With practical advice and local insights, navigating Maui's diverse landscapes and attractions has never been easier.

Transform Your Backyard into a Bountiful Haven with Gardening for Self-SufficiencyDiscover the Joy of Sustainable Living Take control of your food supply and embrace the rewarding lifestyle of self-sufficient gardening. Whether you're a seasoned grower or just starting, this comprehensive guide walks you through every step of the journey, from soil preparation to harvesting your first crop. What You'll Learn: Master the Basics: Understand soil health, composting, and essential gardening tools. Plan Your Garden: Choose the best crops for your climate, space, and needs. Grow Year-Round: ...

Are you ready to unlock the Secrets of Dark Psychology? Do you want to master the hidden arts of influence and control? Dive into "Dark Psychology Mind Games: The Complete Guide to Manipulation, Reading People, Narcissism Recovery, Coping with Narcissism, Reading Body Language and Subconscious Mind Control” your ultimate guide to understanding and leveraging the powerful techniques of dark psychology.

In the heart of Silvah City, where music is a crime and the Ministry rules with an iron fist, Jaelynn harbors a secret: a soul bursting with song. Despite the danger, she cannot resist the call of the melodies that surge within her. Then, one day, the enigmatic Noah appears—and everything changes. Noah shatters her world, revealing hidden truths and igniting a fire within her. Jaelynn is no ordinary girl—she is one of the Chosen. Bound together by fate, Jaelynn and Noah embark on a perilous quest. They must defy the oppressive Ministry and breathe life back into a land on the brink of ...

In the multi-award-winning Structuring Your Novel, Weiland showed writers how to use a strong three-act structure to build a story with the greatest possible impact on readers. Now, it’s time to take that knowledge to the next level.

Johannesburg, 1980s Apartheid South Africa. Augustine flees her vengeful ex-boyfriend with nothing but her child and the clothes on her back, terrified he will find her. Because she also possesses a dangerous secret. One he will kill for. One he will never stop hunting her for. But Augustine is rescued by a wealthy white housewife who takes pity on her, offering both employment and refuge. Or so she thinks. It might seem that she is safe inside the walls of the prosperous Diamond family home, but outside her every move is watched. Her sanctuary has become her prison.

Told from four-year-old Laura's point of view, this story begins in 1871 in a little log cabin on the edge of the Big Woods of Wisconsin. Laura lives in the little house with her pa, her ma, her sisters Mary and Carrie, and their trusty dog, Jack. Pioneer life is sometimes hard for the family, since they must grow or catch all their own food as they get ready for the cold winter. But it is also exciting as Laura and her family celebrate Christmas with homemade toys and treats, do the spring planting, bring in the harvest, and make their first trip into town.

In The Knight at Dawn, Jack and Annie find peacocks for dinner and boys in skirts when the Magic Tree House transports them back to the Middle Ages for another wild adventure. In this second book in the series, inquisitive, notebook-carrying Jack and his animal-charming younger sister, Annie, find themselves in the middle of an enormous castle. They can hear the beginnings of a feast under way in the Great Hall.

This audio collection includes the first eight stories from The Magic Tree House series by Mary Pope Osborne: Dinosaurs Before Dark, The Knight at Dawn, Mummies in the Morning, Pirates Past Noon, Night of the Ninjas, Afternoon on the Amazon, Sunset of the Sabertooth, and Midnight on the Moon. Join Jack and Annie in adventures in time and space!

Since its publication over forty years ago, this heartwarming tale of a boy and his dogs has touched millions. A tale of adventure, special friendship and coming-of-age, Where the Red Fern Grows makes for delightful listening. This unabridged production, featuring a moving performance by Anthony Heald, brings this enduring classic to life and makes a powerful story even more unforgettable.

While Laura Ingalls grows up in a little house on the Western prairie, Almanzo Wilder is living on a big farm in New York State. Here Almanzo and his brother and sisters help with the summer planting and fall harvest. In winter there is wood to be chopped and great slabs of ice to be cut from the river and stored. Time for fun comes when the jolly tin peddler visits or, best of all, when the fair comes to town.

The adventures continue for Laura Ingalls and her family as they leave their little house in the Big Woods of Wisconsin and set out for Kansas. They travel for many days in their covered wagon until they find the best spot to build their little house on the prairie. Soon they are planting and plowing, hunting wild ducks and turkeys, and gathering grass for their cows. Sometimes pioneer life is hard, but Laura and her folks are always busy and happy in their new little house.

The adventures of Laura Ingalls and her family continue as they leave their little house on the prairie and travel in their covered wagon to Minnesota. Here they settle in a little house made of sod beside the banks of beautiful Plum Creek. Soon Pa builds a wonderful new little house with real glass windows and a hinged door. Laura and her sister Mary go to school, help with the chores, and fish in the creek.

One warm night four children stood in front of a bakery. No one knew them. No one knew where they had come from. Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are orphans. Can they find a home where they can stay together as a family?

It's sink or swim for Jack and Annie when Magic Tree House whisks them off to the middle of the ocean. And that's just the beginning....

The adventures of Laura Ingalls and her family continue as Pa, Ma, Laura, Mary, Carrie, and little Grace bravely face the hard winter of 1880-81 in their little house in the Dakota Territory. Blizzards cover the little town with snow, cutting off all supplies from the outside. Soon there is almost no food left, so young Almanzo Wilder and a friend make a dangerous trip across the prairie to find some wheat. Finally a joyous Christmas is celebrated in a very unusual way in this most exciting of all the Little House books.

The adventures of Laura Ingalls and her family continue as they move from their little house on the banks of Plum Creek to the wilderness of the unsettled Dakota Territory. Here Pa works on the new railroad until he finds a homestead claim that is perfect for their new little house. Laura takes her first train ride as she, her sisters, and their mother come out to live with Pa on the shores of Silver Lake. After a lonely winter in the surveyors' house, Pa puts up the first building in what will soon be a brand-new town on the beautiful shores of Silver Lake.