Smile Memoir

For almost 40 years, from its genesis in 1967 to its eventual live unveiling at London's Royal Festival Hall in 2004, the album SMiLE has been written into music mythology. SMiLE: The Rise, Fall and Resurrection of Brian Wilson documents the history of the album, drawing on interviews with collaborator Van Dyke Parks, Brian's band (especially Darian Sahanaja), close friends, family, and many others who were part of its story.

With a play opening on Broadway, and every reason to smile, Sarah Ruhl has just survived a high-risk pregnancy when she discovers the left side of her face is completely paralyzed. She is assured that 90 percent of Bell’s palsy patients experience a full recovery—like Ruhl’s own mother. But Sarah is in the unlucky ten percent. And for a woman, wife, mother, and artist working in theater, the paralysis and the disconnect between the interior and exterior brings significant and specific challenges.

By the Time You Read This shares the manuscript Cheslie wrote before her passing, her story in her own words—from the highest highs of passing two bar exams, winning Miss USA, and beginning an exciting career as an entertainment journalist to the lowest lows of heartbreak, betrayal, and persistent depression. When Cheslie’s mother, April Simpkins, picks up the narrative, she shares for the first time what she experienced in the aftermath of Cheslie’s suicide. When faced with such a devastating loss, how does a mother find a way to carry on?

This is the true story, told in her own words, of "The Girl with the Million Dollar Smile", how everyone described Linda Varisco, the vibrant young chiropractor whose infectious grin lit up every room. But when she meets Joseph on a pristine Cancun beach in 1988, even her dazzling smile can't compete with the electricity between them. Their connection is instant, magnetic, destiny written in the sand. A successful doctor in her own right, Linda thinks she's found her soulmate in this charismatic Italian chiropractic physician who seems to perfect her in every way.

A New York Times bestselling and award-winning author presents a complex story about his coming-of-age journey as a Black boy, from the societal roots of trauma to finding joy. "If I had two wishes, it would be that D. Watkins spend an entire book writing through the terrifying wonder of Black...

Just when Linda Varisco thought the storm had passed, her life plunges even deeper into turmoil, forcing her to confront the unimaginable. With her dazzling million-dollar smile now hiding more secrets than it reveals, Linda bravely steps into single parenthood, rebuilding her chiropractic practice and trying to piece together a new normal from the shattered fragments left behind by her husband’s betrayal and addiction.

A deeply researched biography of the new (smiley) face of tennis. A global star who has achieved more than Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer did by this stage of their careers. At just 19 years old, Carlos Alcaraz won the US Open and became the youngest ever men's world number one. At only 21, he already had four Grand Slam titles. For Alcaraz, everything - from his charm to his star power to his tennis mojo - starts with a smile. But there is a more complex character behind the smile.

They were modern-day pirates, banding together with creative revolutionaries who became the voice of a generation. They are the Knights of Rock, regular guys who had the honor and privilege of working with some of the greatest rock stars during an amazing time in history: the Classic Rock era. Leo Rossi is one of those Knights. A young Italian Catholic boy from the blue-collar Los Angeles port town of San Pedro, he tripped into an impossible dream and helped mega stars such as Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks, The Beach Boys, Bette Midler, Diana Ross, Chaka Khan, Billy Idol, and many more.

What started as a wonderful love story for Mélissa and Scott ended 16 years later with Scott’s dramatic death, leaving Mélissa and her two young children to endure the unimaginable. In her desperation, Mélissa prayed for guidance, and God responded by sending her an army of angels to make her transition from wife to widow more bearable. Since her husband’s passing, Mélissa has felt a strong calling to use her voice to address the stigmas around suicide and mental health.

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey? "SMILE, Chin Up!" by Corine Lewis is more than a book; it's a lifeline for those navigating through the darkest storms. In gripping firsthand narratives, Corine bares her soul, revealing a decade-long battle with sexual assault and domestic violence. Through her eyes, you'll witness the highs and lows, the tears and laughter that define her journey. But there's more to this tale than tragedy.

Sí, Señor es la historia de cómo Dios tomó el control de la vida de Fermín IV. Parte de una memoria y parte de una historia de redención, este libro es una crónica de la vida de Fermín: desde ser un famoso rapero que hablaba sobre drogas y alcohol hasta ser el pastor de una de las iglesias más grandes de la ciudad de México que ahora habla sobre el amor y la redención de Dios.

Written by Gabriel Walker Land and Al Khemis, a grand introduction to Thailand! Thailand is known as the 'Land of Smiles' -- however it's not always an easy place to land as a long-term expat. In this memoir and self-help story, a digital nomad, expatriate and economic refugee finds himself in a foreign land where he is forced to unlock the endless mysteries of Asia. Along the way, our wayward traveler begins to smile with genuine happiness for the first time in his life, and he soon realizes that if he had never journeyed to the ASEAN region, he might not still be alive to write these ...

When Augustine handed over the leadership of his church in AD 426, his successor was so overwhelmed by a sense of inadequacy that he declared, “The swan is silent”, fearing the spiritual giant’s voice would be lost in time. But for 1,600 years Augustine has not been silent - and neither have the men who faithfully trumpeted the cause of Christ after him. Their lives have inspired every generation of believers and should compel us to a greater passion for God.

Smile is a chilling account of Rodney Alcala, one of the most prolific serial killers in American history. Ryan Green gives a suspenseful narrative that draws the listener into the real-life horror experienced by the victims with all the elements of a captivating thriller.

When people think about Marlon Brando they think of the movie star; the hunk; the scandals. Susan L. Mizruchi finds the Brando others have missed: the man who collected 4,000 books; the man who rewrote scripts, trimming his lines to make them sharper; the man who consciously used his body and employed the objects around him to create believable characters; the man who used his fame to foster Indian and civil rights.

Entre el 11 de febrero de 1990 y el 10 de mayo de 1994, Nelson Mandela pasó de ser el prisionero político más famoso del mundo a presidente de su país. Fueron cuatro años vertiginosos y fascinantes que dieron la talla humana y política de un líder excepcional.

This book is an autobiography of my life that I spent as an addict, leading to my demise and ending up on the street for 3 years. Going through all the hardships that you hear about but never ever knowing what really goes on out there, and finally getting clean and staying clean with a whole new outlook on life.

The Fated and Destined our part series is a based on Neil Chuma's memoirs. Originally produced in journal form, these wonderfully composed books have a funny, political, satirical, emotional, philosophical, and realistic expression of the author's thoughts on paper. Enjoy these wonderful memoirs.

Need something light in your life? Roberta’s short stories are cheerful, uplifting, and fun! Readers of all ages will enjoy these humorous new stories of everyday life in Roberta Raves 2: From tongue-in-cheek to heartfelt, down-to-earth humor; Smile, giggle, laugh out loud, and maybe even tear up; Warm, irreverent, and immensely relatable observations; Lighthearted, entertaining, and insightful words of wisdom; Funny and honest reflections upon our everyday lives; The perfect Book Club material with 52 short chapters. Pick up Roberta Raves when you feel down and read a few pages. Her wry ...

Lindie Stander was op die kruin van haar loopbaan toe sy in ’n bloedbevlekte bed in ’n staatshospitaal wakker word. Elise Kruger, die karakter wat Lindie in Binnelanders vertolk het, het sonder waarskuwing van kykers se televisieskerms af verdwyn. In haar kenmerkend rou stem vertel Lindie haar hartverskeurende maar hoopvolle verhaal.