Old Growth

You may believe nothing lasts forever... but considering that some of the giant sequoia and redwood trees have been around since the dinosaurs, they may be the closest thing we have to immortality. These towering trees have witnessed more history than most living beings on Earth, literally standing the test of time. But that's not the only reason they are worth learning about. Besides their impressive history and size, giant sequoias and redwoods have made invaluable and often unsung contributions to life here on Earth. Their role in maintaining ecosystems and their effect on culture, art, ...

Freelance speechwriter Sid Rafferty signs on to help a neophyte candidate run for election as an alderman in Cumberland, once a booming coal-mining town on Vancouver Island that's now shrunk down to an out-of-the-way little village. But first another writing job makes Sid a witness to a violent death the Mounties are calling murder, then a pair of marijuana-growing brothers want to know what he's doing poking around near their grow-op.

Growing Old Gracefully – A Woman’s Guide to Navigating Aging with Class, Self-Assurance, and Undeniable Style is an empowering, heartfelt, and deeply affirming companion for every woman who refuses to let the number of candles on her birthday cake define her worth, vibrancy, or beauty. More than a guide—it’s a celebration of the woman you’ve become and a warm invitation to step boldly into the chapters still ahead. Through a rich blend of practical advice, uplifting personal stories, historical heroines, and scriptural truths, this book offers a roadmap for embracing aging not as ...

Living at the limits of our ordinary perception, mosses are a common but largely unnoticed element of the natural world. Gathering Moss is a beautifully written mix of science and personal reflection that invites listeners to explore and learn from the elegantly simple lives of mosses.   

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “This fresh, uplifting book is filled with ideas for improving our organizations and our lives.”—Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again and host of the podcast WorkLife “With his characteristic blend of academic rigor and twinkle in...

Every year after 60, your body loses muscle, your joints break down, your memory fades, and your doctor tells you it's normal. IT ISN'T. The decline most seniors accept as inevitable is driven by a specific, measurable collapse in biological signaling - and it can be reversed. Stop losing muscle before sarcopenia takes your strength, your balance, and your independence Repair joints at the biological level instead of masking pain with drugs that damage your gut and your kidneys Protect your brain against the cognitive decline that steals memory, sharpness, and the person you have always ...

In this witty, feel-good sequel to Younger—the hit TV series from the creator of Sex and the City starring Sutton Foster and Hilary Duff—this romantic comedy of midlife reinvention follows a woman torn between New York and Los Angeles, career ambition and second-chance love. New York or Los...

YouTube After 50: The Simple YouTube Growth Strategy for Older Adults is a powerful beginner-friendly guide designed to help older adults confidently start and grow a successful YouTube channel — even with little or no technical experience. If you have ever wondered how to start a YouTube channel, this book breaks the process down into simple, easy-to-understand steps specifically created for beginners over 50. Whether your goal is to make money on YouTube, share your life experience, build a side income for retirement, promote a business, or simply stay creative and connected, this ...

The Wonder and Happiness of Being Old is a timeless introspection on age, love, passion, memories, regret and reconciliation, death, forgiveness, and underneath it all, the silent wisdom that derives from how differently we perceive our lives and struggles from the broader, higher perspective of...

Growing older does not mean growing powerless, forgotten, or spiritually unfruitful. THEY SHALL STILL BRING FORTH FRUIT IN OLD AGE is a bold, faith-filled declaration that the latter years of a believer’s life can become some of the most anointed, productive, and supernatural years they have ever known. Dr. Michael H. Yeager reveals God’s promises of renewed strength, divine healing, Holy Ghost power, spiritual authority, dreams, visions, and continued usefulness in the Kingdom of God. The same Spirit who empowered Moses, Caleb, Anna, Simeon, and the saints of old is still able to ...

Her relationship with fiance Paul Waddell in tatters, Hannah Lapp has fled her secluded Old Order Amish community in hopes of finding a new home in Ohio with her shunned aunt. Hampered by limited education and hiding her true identity, Hannah struggles to navigate the confusing world of the Englischers.

Back in Owl's Perch, Pennsylvania, Paul is wracked with regret over his treatment of Hannah.

Do you understand what Jesus meant through his parables? Are you seeking deeper spiritual understanding? Jesus' Parables Interpreted is an informative and reflective book. It contains the most important parables Jesus gave us and offers analysis and background information to help better understand them. The book aims to be instructive but also to bridge the distance between Jesus and ourselves, encouraging us to meditate on his words and his message and helping us strive to be better and happier human beings. Discover the timeless wisdom of Jesus' parables and how they apply to modern life.

From Genesis to Revelation: A 66 Chapter Christian Bible Study is a comprehensive guide to the entire Christian Bible, covering all 66 books. This book provides readers with a detailed analysis and understanding of the Bible, from its creation story in Genesis to the end times prophesied in the book of Revelation. Each chapter of the book is dedicated to one of the 66 books of the Bible, providing readers with an overview of the book's content, themes, and historical context. The chapters are written in a clear and accessible style, making it easy for readers of all levels of biblical ...

'Mum said that when I turn thirteen, I'll start to feel different. Like, different how? I'm not a fan of change. I'm perfectly fine as I am, thank you.' Melody Moss survived Term One of high school. Phew! But Term Two? That's another story . . . � Her thirteenth birthday party is shaping up to...

'Mum said when I turned twelve, things would start to change. I didn't think she meant EVERYTHING.' Melody Moss is starting high school and EVERYTHING is going WRONG! � Her BFF has forgotten the Forever bit and has found New Friends (aka The Clones). � Her mum is taking food experimentation...

Melody Moss is back for Term Three . . . and things are getting seriously complicated. � She has an actual boyfriend (!!!) but has no idea what she's doing. � Her ex-best friend is still firmly in frenemy territory. � Victor, her true BFF, has left for a fancy new school (rude). � Her...

A curmudgeon and his eccentric new roommate join together to plan an epic escape in this charming, poignant tale. Joel lives in a nursing home, and he’s not one bit happy about it. He hates being told when to eat, when to sleep, when to take his pills. He’s fed up with life and begins to...

This devotional contains all 150 Psalms and 20 other songs in Scripture, divided by day. The selections include helpful background information on the psalm, a related hymn stanza, and an application thought. Biweekly "Interludes" further aid understanding by explaining things such as acrostic psalms or Hebrew poetic style.

💖 Pediatrician & Teacher Approved + 3 Empowering Bonuses Inside! 💖 🎁 The 2-in-1 Gift That Helps Her Grow with Confidence (and Gives You Peace of Mind) 🎁 😟 Worried she’ll feel overwhelmed by all the changes in her body? 😟 Afraid she’ll keep her big feelings bottled up because she doesn’t know how to talk about them? 😟 Nervous she’ll compare herself to friends and feel “behind” or “not enough”? 👉 This book takes care of that - without the awkward, eye-rolling talks you’re dreading. ☑️ She’ll understand what’s happening to her body in clear, ...

NARRATED BY THE AUTHOR From psychotherapist and TikTok personality Dr. Annie Zimmerman comes a toolkit to transform yourself and your relationships, with advice on how to heal past trauma, build sustainable connections, and take ownership of your mental health. Every day, psychotherapist Dr...