American Self

The inspiring memoir of a brilliant young man who, sentenced to life in prison, refused to surrender his future—a story so powerful that it transformed even the judge who handed down the sentence. If our world were more just, Chris Young would have been crossing a stage at college graduation...

A deeply intimate portrait of the lives of four men that examines—in profound and comprehensive ways—what it means to be a man in America. They wield outsized power across all major institutions. They are falling behind across all measures of well-being and success. They include loving...

Graduating high school and turning eighteen are the only things on the mind of Veronica Prior. She has her entire future planned out. From moving in with her drug dealer boyfriend to starting school at the local fashion institute. Veronica’s plans come to a screeching halt when she gains unwanted attention from her mothers latest fling. A heartbreaking incident turns Veronica’s life upside down leaving her all alone and spiraling out of control. Maurice aka “Moe” is everything Veronica thought she needed. She’s quickly wrapped up in his charm and hustler ways. Unbeknownst to her, ...

Ever find yourself gazing at happy couples, wondering when it will be your turn? Days, weeks, months, even years can go by, and you're still single. It might be because you're not ready yet. This self-help book dives into the reasons you may not be there yet, offering a deeper understanding of your journey. It emphasizes the importance of self-love, reminding us all that you can't truly love someone else until you love yourself. Whether you're waiting for the right moment or striving to become the best version of yourself, this book provides valuable insights and practical guidance to help ...

INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ""A practical, reader-friendly, and inspiring primer on how to extend true connection and love to others.” —Gabor Maté M.D., New York Times bestselling author of The Myth of Normal From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller How to Do the Work...

📘 NEW UPDATED EDITION — 2026 The Ultimate Prepper's Survival Bible: 35 in 1 Your All-in-One Tactical Blueprint to Survive Anything — Anytime, Anywhere When the lights go out, the shelves go bare, and order turns to chaos — will you be ready? In a world where cyberattacks, blackouts, and civil unrest are becoming everyday realities, preparedness is no longer optional — it’s essential. This isn’t just a book. It’s your complete crisis defense system. Designed to turn uncertainty into control, this 35-in-1 manual equips you with the knowledge, mindset, and practical strategies...

Emerson's enduring reputation, however, is as a philosopher, an aphoristic writer (like Friedrich Nietzsche) and a quintessentially American thinker whose championing of the American Transcendental movement and influence on Walt Whitman, Henry David Thoreau, William James, and others would alone secure him a prominent place in American cultural history. Emerson is often characterized as an idealist philosopher and indeed used the term himself of his philosophy, explaining it simply as a recognition that plan always precedes action. Contents:. History. Self-Reliance. Compensation.

Ralph Waldo Emerson was an American essayist, lecturer, philosopher, abolitionist, and poet who led the transcendentalist movement of the mid-19th century. He was a prescient critic of the countervailing pressures of society, and his ideology was disseminated through dozens of published essays and more than 1,500 public lectures. Emerson gradually moved away from the religious and social beliefs of his contemporaries, formulating and expressing the philosophy of transcendentalism in his 1836 essay Nature.

Dive into the life of one of America's founding fathers with "Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin: Adapted for Modern Readers." This refreshed edition breathes new life into Franklin's timeless narrative with clean formatting and contemporary typography, making it accessible to today’s readers. We've retained Franklin's original tone and themes, while lightly clarifying the language for a smoother reading experience, allowing you to appreciate the wit and wisdom of this visionary thinker without barriers. Set in the vibrant era of American independence, Franklin’s journey from humble ...

Transcendentalism Explained: How Emerson, Thoreau, and the American Spirit Redefined Self, Nature, and Meaning is a clear and inviting introduction to one of the most influential movements in American intellectual history. This book guides readers through the origins, principles, and lasting legacy of Transcendentalism, offering an accessible path into the ideas that shaped modern understandings of individuality, nature, spirituality, and moral responsibility. Through engaging explanations and a structured overview of the movement’s major thinkers, it provides a practical and thoughtful ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “One of hip-hop’s greatest MCs, unpacking his harrowing, remarkable journey in his own words, with enough insights for two lifetimes.”—Lin-Manuel Miranda, award-winning songwriter, producer, director, and creator of In the Heights and Hamilton From one of...

Read by the author. Discover how to break free from uncertainty and emptiness so you can take hold of the peace you've been longing for. In The Missing Peace, join Tim Ross, bestselling author and host of the popular podcasts The Basement and Wide Open, as you explore how the peace Jesus left...

“Self-Care for Black Men is so important...designed to help Black men manage their mental health.” —The Root A self-care guidebook full of activities for Black men everywhere pursuing joy, creating connections, confronting racism, and working through intergenerational trauma. Black men...

One mistake is innocent until it isn’t. After almost a ten-year relationship, Jersei Lane is forced into a journey of self-discovery. Her codependency made her put her own life on the back burner, but with one spark to her soul, everything has shifted. Vayce Denver is the school counselor at...

Narrated by actress Cherry Jones! Inspiration for Netflix's Little House on the Prairie series! The third book in Laura Ingalls Wilder's treasured Little House series. The adventures continue for Laura Ingalls and her family as they leave their little house in the Big Woods of Wisconsin and set...

#1 New York Times Bestseller and Oprah Book Club selection ""Thoughtful . . . heart-wrenching . . . . An exercise in soul-baring storytelling—with the soul belonging to 20th-century America itself. It's hard to read and to stop reading, and impossible to forget."" — USA Today Dominick...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Discover the moving, entertaining, never-before-told story of how one man found his calling: to see that those who defend this country and its freedoms are never forgotten. As a kid in suburban Chicago, Gary Sinise was more interested in sports and rock 'n' roll than...

"Former college president and now U.S. Senator Ben Sasse reads with the clarity and confidence of a voice pro in this friendly warning aimed at America's parents, teachers, and governing officials." — AudioFile Magazine AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER — read by the author. In an era of...

Writer, comedian, and content creator Elyse Myers gets real about life’s awkward moments in her bold, funny, and unfiltered debut book. Elyse brings her trademark style to the audiobook edition through her candid, conversational delivery—equal parts humor, vulnerability, and self-awareness...

New York Times Bestseller What are the secret signs you're not seeing that will change your life? The neuroscientist, medical doctor, and powerhouse author of The Source shares the lost art of listening to your intuition and allowing the signs around you to guide the way to achieving the life of...