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when a man approaches me I think he is approaching my body / this is not because I want to distrust him / I want to trust him / like I want to trust the rising tide / not to over-reach its swell / but I don''t turn my back on either In her debut collection of poems, Julia Morgan Leatham analyzes the emotion of desire through a feminist lens. Employing playful language and thought-provoking metaphors, Desire delves into honest reflections on sex, power, love, trust, and acceptance. Poems like "my sister then (or loss of innocence)" and "my sister now (or i love you)" explore how time and societal expectations shape the people we are and are becoming. Julia Morgan Leatham searches for answers amidst her own nostalgia to questions like What is truth? and Who gets to decide what is true?

According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common of mental disorders and will affect almost 30 percent of adults at some point in their lives. Author Wes Woodson''s I Have Anxiety (So What?): The Unapologetic Guide to Owning Your Anxiety explores mental health, anxiety, and self-empowerment for Generation Z, the most anxious and depressed generation. Woodson dispels the level of shame that exists around talking about anxiety and mental health overall with a narrative that aims to free his generation from striving to be perfect and, unapologetically, moving towards accepting themselves unashamedly. I Have Anxiety (So What?) educates the reader about surefire ways to take control, and includes personal stories about those who have learned to better manage their anxiety and succeed at self-improvement. The book is a testament to how authentic storytelling combined with scholarly research comes together to encourage the reader to take back the power from their anxiety once and for all!

What is divine feminine energy, and how can we channel it? Force of Nature explores this question through the lens of an African woman grappling with childhood, womanhood, cultural identity, and the societal issues that disproportionately affect women.This poetry collection parallels African women to nature itself, forces that can neither be confined nor defined. In a world where African women are subjected to societal expectations and forced to sequester their complexities, Odemi Pessu pushes back with love, light, and vulnerability. With lyrical lines, heartfelt verse, and tributes to social justice leaders, Pessu lets us into all elements of her life-from romance and depression, to self-harm and overcoming colonialism. Yet through the trials and tribulations, she perseveres and relays the message that women must take ownership of their narratives. Force of Nature captures not only the inspiring journey of one woman, but the collective experience of women fighting to honor their emotions, dreams, and agencies-authentically and unabashedly. 

Regular, everyday success is intuitive: work hard, get rewarded. But what does it take to achieve massive, moonshot-level success? Leaning on the wisdom of ancient philosophers and Silicon Valley thought leaders alike, Alyssa Mavor''s The Art of the Moonshot demystifies the principles behind exponential success. With the proper strategies, small successes can begin to compound endlessly on an upward trajectory. By breaking down concepts into easily-digestible principles with entertaining anecdotes, this book illuminates:The secret to creating a brain outside your brainHow mental models clarify thinking and decision makingWhy 80% of time and energy is often spent on the wrong endeavorsHow hidden force multipliers can amplify even the smallest of positive actionsThe Art of the Moonshot equips readers with a personal toolkit to build and propel their mission towards enormous personal and professional success. By exploring the tactics of great achievers - Archimedes to Adam Grant to Adele - as well as taking a deep dive into groundbreaking psychology, game theory, and sociology research, Mavor''s book is the final ingredient to realizing a personal moonshot. Life moves fast, but exponential goals move faster. It''s the perfect time to begin.

Did you know that the adult brain continues to change shape and develop past age thirty and even into the late forties? Finding My Twenty-Five: The Prime of Your Life Is Now reveals the dynamic opportunities of living in your twenties and how to create new opportunities during any decade of your life. Author Wayne Beck believes that it is important to realize that we can choose a personal transformation at any time along our course of life, and pens an inspirational letter about his journey, and others like him, who have learned about personal and professional development. Finding My Twenty-Five: The Prime of Your Life Is Now is a motivational non-fiction book that spotlights the tremendous advantages available to twenty-somethings and demonstrates that those advantages are available to people of all ages. This book is for any twenty-something who wants to change the world, and anyone in their thirties, forties, and beyond, who wants to find the freedom to keep reaching new heights. Readers will learn how to appreciate the freedom of twenty-somethings and how to apply the benefits discussed for a more vibrant life.

You have come here to explore who you are and what you are here for. Your purpose as an individual and as a member of society is intertwined with your desire to reflect on the past but also move forward in life.This is how you have found yourself before Return to Pō, a coming-of-age travel memoir combining mythology, environmental conservation, and self-improvement, written by your guide along this journey-Jon-Erik Jardine. This book is not for the faint of heart. It is for those who are ready to face the unknown, question their upbringing and beliefs, and search their souls for areas of improvement. It is for those who have found themselves running from and embracing death, connecting to nature and disconnecting from society. It is for those who seek truth within them-but also know the value of listening to the world around them.If you are introspective, intrigued by the mysteries of life, and desire a stronger connection to nature, this book is for you. Perhaps you have been called to read it. Will you answer the call?

A highly contagious virus has changed the landscape of Nadia''s world. Now, humans live within closed communities, each isolated from the next. They understand the fragility of these communities, that on any day, at any given moment, theirs could be ruined. At home, in her closed community, Nadia remembers the year before the virus...Humorous, existential, and personal, The Year Cricket Died is a thought-provoking chronicle of struggles with mortality, intimacy, disillusionment, and purpose. 

When author Michaela Stith left her home in Alaska to visit the Lower 48, she learned that many people think of the Arctic as an icy wasteland devoid of people and filled with polar bears. Welp: Climate Change and Arctic Identities challenges that misconception-by inviting you to witness a side of the Arctic few southerners ever get to see.Through intimate interviews, laugh-out-loud stories, and Stith''s own keen observations, this travel memoir explores the effects of global warming, white supremacy, and cultural biases on Indigenous, Black and dark-skinned residents of the Arctic. You''ll accompany Stith as she pieces together a beautifully honest portrait of the Arctic-the good, the bad, and the heartbreaking-against the backdrop of Norway, Iceland, and her Alaskan home. Above all, Welp offers those living in the North the opportunity to define themselves through their own eyes.Stith is a firm believer that a truthful story from the heart is the one people most need to hear. If you''re ready to meet the Arctic heart to heart, and to learn what you can do to support the people who live there, allow these stories to guide you. 

Welcome to Rosedale High. New halls, new classes, same old bullies.Meet Emily, a closeted trans teen ostracized both at school and in his own home. Now meet new-to-Rosedale Cole, a Hispanic freshman excited by the prospect of living in a more diverse area. In such a populated school, there is no reason for their paths to cross, until they find a common enemy in the ruthless and unrelenting school bully, Robert. With the help of an ally, it seems there may be light at the end of the tunnel for Emily and Cole, but how far will Robert go to ensure they remain in their place as outcasts?In this first volume of Theory of Reality, Mendoza builds multi-dimensional characters in a world that explores the intersection of identity, mental illness, and environment. For those who have ever felt alone and underrepresented, Emily and Cole are waiting for you in a heart-wrenching story meant to remind all readers that "although our diverse identities mean we experience things differently, trauma doesn''t discriminate."

You have the power to bring about revolutionary change.Mental Frameworks for Our Modern Revolution: Change Your Mind If You Want to Change the World is a book for anyone who wants to make a difference. By outlining the concept of mental frameworks-which is the way the mind processes the external world and is something that is unique to each individual-and deep-diving into the power of embracing a new way of seeing the world, Mental Frameworks for Our Modern Revolution shows that anyone, from the most involved activists to those who feel completely powerless against systemic issues, can have an impact. With stories and insights from political science professors, evolutionary psychologists, and community leaders, Mental Frameworks for Our Modern Revolution isn''t just a one-sided opinion on advocacy and change. Through an exploration of how individuals interact with our past, our country, and each other, this book explores the reality of mental frameworks and emphasizes the power of the individual. By changing our mental frameworks, we change our minds, and change ourselves. Each person who makes the choice to change within ultimately helps change the world.  

75% of people do not report sexual violence.First, let that sink in. Second, ask the obvious: Why?The answer is complex, and in Unreported, author Kaley Roberts explores it from every angle. This book contains the true stories of those who experienced sexual violence and didn''t report, in-depth research on those who did report and didn''t get the outcome they deserved, and interviews with experts. Unreported is a work of persuasive nonfiction, a scientific study, and a memoir. It is an appeal to come together and discuss the unreported majority and, through strong prose, it determines a starting point for change in a system that desperately needs it.Roberts takes readers with her as she uncovers why our current sexual violence response system isn''t working. She highlights how, instead of reporting, people seek out their own justice in the form of regained control, healing, and community.Unreported is for anyone who sees the power in shared stories-the power to heal, the power to transform, the power to build a better way forward.

At age 50+, when many people confront the challenges of supporting families and saving enough for retirement, rebranding and career reinvention become more important than ever. Thriving at 50+ is branding authority Wendy Marx's guide on doing just that in a society that isn't always kind to older people. Providing a framework for rebranding and reinvention, the book reveals how to find purpose and revitalize your career and life for your next act. It also offers the means to confront ageism in the workplace, especially for those who may feel they have nothing left to offer their industry. Told through the stories of people in all walks of life and professions, you'll discover: 7 principles to rebrand and reinvent yourself Resources to help you on your reinvention journey How to confront ageism in a supposedly enlightened society Insights and lessons for a more meaningful next act Thriving at 50+ speaks to people 50 and over as well as those in their 40s who are looking ahead to the next phase. It's a primer for those seeking another job or career; a how-to for starting a business or a new way of life.