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Welcome to Speculo City, a society that runs off of you hating yourself. In Mirror Mania, your worth is determined by one thing-your weight. If that wasn''t bad enough Influencers, known for their media expertise decide what your goal number is and the punishment for being under or over. After spending her life being at the perfect midpoint weight, Ropashna realizes she is suddenly heavier than she''s ever been, causing her to lose her closest friends and her self-worth. After deciding she has nothing more to lose, Ropashna sets off to destroy Speculo City once and for all, along with every Influencer inside.When she becomes an undercover intern, a charming-yet-confused fellow named Deslin questions her motivations, causing Ropashna to second-guess herself. Is she doing the right thing or will she destroy the system, possibly destroying herself in the process? What happens when your whole world is a reflection, a mirror, of your imprisoned mind? 

In Making Moonshots, investor and operator Rahul Rana asks the question: Why should we live in a world of incremental scientific and technological progress when the human race has proven in past eras that we are capable of so much more?  The world faces major problems. It is time for conventional thinkers to stand aside and give way to the crazy ones, the contrarians, the radically creative geniuses who work outside the box to create massive breakthroughs. In what is both a prescription for building successful deeptech startups and a call to arms to generate highly moral, deeply influential solutions that will positively affect the lives of billions, this book will teach you: The mindsets and philosophies of the greatest trailblazers of the past and present.Actionable strategies fueled by moonshot thinking.The complex ecosystem and all of its necessary moving parts for creating environments conducive to deeptech business operations. A tangible and reasonable course for entrepreneurs that will result in sustainable profitability and extraordinary global-changing results.Rana predicts a new golden age is about to erupt in modern times. Dare to dream bigger. Let''s make some moonshots.

Receiving the shocking news that a close family member has contracted a rare cancer is enough to make anyone feel as though they are drowning under an ocean of helplessness. But author Nicole Spindler wasn''t about to let that happen. Instead, she chose to view her challenges as opportunities to continuously grow and seize what awaits her in future moments. Through a collection of personal narratives, reflections, and true stories from the likes of Stephen Hawking, Kim Chambers, Ryan Shazier and many more, Beyond Life''s Moments: An Empowering Outlook on Transcending Unexpected Setbacks invites you to discover eight building blocks to forge a continuous growth mindset for enduring life''s challenges.Beyond Life''s Moments is made for those at an impasse in life, finding that they are "stuck", at a loss on what to focus on, or wondering how to move forward. Dive in to discover your beyond!

What if there was a map of your internal life that could help you see where and why you fail to achieve your goals? The Brain Hut: The Importance of Proactivity and Intentionality, explores the intersection of intentionality with imagination, self-care, self-control, fear, and time management. Within its pages you''ll find an innovative map to better organize your ideas on a daily basis in the scope of different aspects or rooms. From sharing interesting real-life examples of The Brain Hut in action to expanding on the neuroscience behind it, The Brain Hut introduces readers to a new way to approach time management and developing good habits. Inside, you''ll discover:What IS a brain hut?How can knowing myself better help me manage my day and regulate my responses?What are the rooms within my mind, and why do I need to know them?And many more...No matter who we are, our own internal voices are our constant companions. We are the ones who decide whether those voices are helpful guides or fearsome foes. So which do you choose?

Did you know that the movie Jerry McGuire ruined the sports agency business?In Winning in Sports Business, Michael Rasile shares what the nuances of the sports business landscape are like, and what people need to do to get into it. He shares stories from the movers and shakers in the sports business and details many different areas of the sports business world that are still untapped.This book will help answer these questions:What are the types of jobs/career paths in sports?Ever wonder where sports media is going?Where does all the money go in sports?Why is sports business so male dominated?How do I even get into the business side of sports?Winning in Sports Business is a must-read for anyone who wants to enter the sports business world. If you enjoy stories from high achievers, love the sports business world and want to know what''s going on behind the scenes, or if you''re interested in the general layout of one of the biggest industries on the planet, this is the book for you.

If there is anything I know to be true, it is that the universe or god or whatever is out there is urging us to go through the wilderness and see where it takes us, and stay true to who we are, no matter what others may say.As a young adult, Maddy Garrett started to question her religion. Previously a devout Christian, she realized that she no longer wanted to feel ashamed of her body, sexuality, thoughts, and lifestyle. She turned to poetry to capture her uncertainty as to whether or not the belief system she grew up in was able to grow with her.The Unlearning is a poetry collection that offers an intimate look into Maddy''s decision to leave her faith. Broken into five sections, this book details Maddy''s journey in chronological order, from "Growing Up in It" to "The Rebirth," and concluding with "What I Would Go Back and Tell Myself." Maddy''s poetry feels familiar yet analytical as she reflects on her past without a yearning to return to it.

In Nourishing Resilience, The Thriver''s Guidebook, Leah Evert brings us into the world of resilient Thrivers like herself, a stage four breast cancer Thriver who was given a 1-4% chance of survival. Despite all types of adversity, many have found the determination to thrive and live life to the fullest extent, inspiring others to do the same along the way. This book explores the stories and insights from other Thrivers like: Nancy, a world-class triathlete who encountered near life-ending injuries when she was hit by a distracted driver while on a training ride.Dallas, the "life of the party" extrovert, who suffered a severe spinal cord injury leaving him in a wheelchair.Trevor, who had a stroke at the age of 30, just after becoming a father, and had to relearn everything - even how to form basic words.This book discusses wellbeing principles everyone can follow to boost resilience and thrive through adversity. This must-read book will show you how to build your own resiliency and boost your wellbeing with simple, easy to follow tools from nutrition practices and exercise to daily kindness. 

Can a sports writer become a party promoter to impress the girl of his dreams?Welcome to Turnit University where Greek life rules, and those who are not living lavish get shunned; excluded from meeting fine girls at all the parties. So when Jackonovan Carter tries to reconnect with the lovely Bethany Klein, with little success, at one of these exclusive events, he and his friends are tossed out.After being ousted from the party and humiliated, Jackonovan vows to become the next best party thrower in Turnit University history. Enter Brett, the big-man-on-campus and chief rival. It''ll take friends, reputation and some clout to catch Bethany''s eye.Rise of a Party Promoter is not your typical boy meets girl rom-com. This college romance reflects modern competition, business, sports, fun and college dating; it''s all one big crapshoot!  

We had great jobs and promising Silicon Valley careers. A rent-controlled apartment in one of the most expensive cities in the world. A newborn daughter. And yet we walked away from it all (not the newborn).In September 2018, Laura Weidman Powers and her husband packed up their baby and set off to travel the world for a year in an effort to reconnect with what makes each of them happy. Their 303 days across 11 countries and 48 cities, bouncing from hotel room to guest room to short-term rental, were spent with little more than two suitcases and a travel crib. They returned to the US just in time to settle into what soon became the epicenter of a global pandemic, only to realize that the same lessons learned while traveling were the ones that served them best while quarantining.Unstuck Together is a non-fiction book that speaks to those who are both ambitious and adventurous, those who have obligations and want new opportunities, and those who are looking at uprooting their lives and creating a new normal for their families.

In Painted Blocks, a gripping and realistic drama, Vitek steps off the train, back to the town he grew up in after four years of hard labor in a foreign German warehouse. He had left with huge expectations of an adventure in a big city, making good money and trying to realize childhood goals. Bitter, exhausted, and defeated, he has returned to a place he hopes will give him peace; where the whole community knows his name and expects him to be at church on time.But you can''t go home again and expect to find not a hair out of place. The modernization of gaudy pastel colors on what used to be solid grey housing blocks is only a foreshadowing. He learns that his cousin Mirek, along with their close circle of friends, aren''t the same people they used to be. When Vitek left, he created a vacuum that started a downward spiral for everyone he loves. Now, the most comforting aspect of his return has transformed into the nightmare of a philosophical war. Can Vitek find a way to build new bridges where old ones have collapsed?

As children, we naturally question everything. But as we grow up, we often lose this innate sense of curiosity. In Learning to Learn: Why You Need to Leverage Your Curiosity, Julia Sun uses her own experiences along with those of her interviewees to explore different aspects of learning and convey the importance of being curious in our everyday lives. This book highlights a number of inspiring individuals who have used their own sense of curiosity and wonder to their advantage:Amanda Lang, business journalist for BNN Bloomberg, talks about the importance of instilling psychological safety in children so as to not inhibit them from asking questions.Shari Hughson, Director of the MMIE Program at the Smith School of Business, shares her openness to new experiences by recounting the time she lived off the grid for seven years.Charlotte Kirby, founder of The Village Hive in Markham, Ontario, Canada, who works hard to foster a community of learning and growth for those in her local community.This book is a tool to help influence your approach to lifelong learning. Use it to ask more questions, fuel your curiosity, and discover the power in learning.

Some say the way to a person''s heart is through their stomach, what if that was also the way to world peace? In The Power of the Palate: Through the Great Exchange, Kathiana LeJeune cooks up some delectable insight into how food shapes one''s cultural identity, builds community, and helps shape government policy. In this book, you''ll read about some of the most fascinating leaders who are using their palates for good, including:Veaceslav Pituscan, a diplomat who was able to connect with a Ukrainian ambassador over traditional Eastern European bread.Chef and writer Reina Gasc├│n-Lopez who created The Sofrito Project to celebrate her heritage, homeland, and love of food.The Louisius-LeJeune family and what family recipes bring this family together at the dinner table!The Power of the Palate speaks to everyday foodies, world-travelers, international relations scholars, and future diplomats that would like to harness the power of food for diplomacy. This book will empower you to create unforgettable dining experiences and build lasting friendships through The Power of the Palate: Through the Great Exchange!

According to AARP, 78 percent of people find themselves in the position of caregiver to a loved one at some point in their life. But not many will embrace ultramarathons as a coping technique.Every Step Is a Gift: Caregiving, Endurance, and the Path to Gratitude explores Josh Lasky''s eleven-year journey as a caregiver to his father who battled Parkinson''s Disease. Josh was just twenty-one when he took on this Herculean responsibility, and although his story is unique, it is also universal.In his uplifting and life-affirming journey, Josh''s service to his father turns into a personal source of strength for him after deciding to ride his bike, alone, from Washington, DC to Portland. Along the way he discovers his love for endurance sports while also uncovering the realization that, although caregiving can be challenging, it can also be empowering. Whether you''re a caregiver, an athlete, or just dealing with the hardships of the human condition, this book can help you to find meaning in the struggle-and become stronger and more grateful in the process.

Most people see the world of engineering as a discipline consisting solely of physics and math that offers very little room for creativity.The Creative Engineer explores the missing element in engineering: a focus on creativity. The importance of creativity in STEM fields and the ability to think and design with artistic innovation is a vital skill to be taught and practiced within engineering and manufacturing disciplines in order to stop hindering us from expansive progress. With extensive access to information today, we have the ability to think outside of the box, take risks, learn from our surroundings, and become more inventive and solution-driven than ever before. However, we have to understand math and science are not the only pillars upon which engineering and design should be based. In The Creative Engineer, Yang shares stories of individuals from around the world looking to nature and unconventional influences for inspiration in design. In doing so, we read the effects of freedom on the confines of science and math in traditional classrooms. People such as Elon Musk, Steve Jobs, and Burt Rutan have taken the world by storm as creative individuals whose work and mindset can be expanded to the engineering world. 

"Today is the day I will officially move into Pennington State College. I don''t think I''ve ever been so terrified."Jo is embarking upon the biggest change of her life: going to college. Not only does she have to get used to a new place in a strange environment but she also has the obstacle of her roommate, Becky. Feeling anxious and distraught the moment her parents wave their final goodbyes, insecurity weighs heavily on Jo. As she navigates adapting to a new place, finding a brutally honest best friend, and comparing herself to her tall thin, beautiful roommate, Jo finds love. But is it true love or a college fling? Hot Guy Matt tells her one thing and does another with Becky. Crazy roomies, parties, and meeting boys could be just the prescription for Jo to discover confidence, or to crash and burn in front of the whole student body.  75 Days of Jo is a fun, whimsical tale for anyone nostalgic about first love, new adventures and bitter frenemies.  

Most postgraduates feel confused, off-balance and without guidance coming out of college. Especially if they haven''t secured a job.With this guide, you will discover that you are capable of everything you set your mind to achieve. This book is the ultimate tool to help you gain the confidence you need to apply for a job, start a business, start a project and, most of all, take care of yourself while building a life you love.Re-route: Post Grad Guide to Success discusses how to navigate post-graduate life and provides tips and tricks on job searching, personal development, along with habit and goal setting. In this book, you''ll learn: The hidden route to reap the highest levels of success in a job you loveWhat to do with the time you have now that you are not in schoolHow to develop healthy habits to foster the life you wantIf you feel lost and need some hope and motivation. Re-route: Post-Grad Guide to Success: Physically, Mentally, and Financially is a welcome addition to your library. Geraldin Diaz speaks to recent graduates and undergraduates who are looking at success and authentic self-care for the first time.

"You see, Alexi. I treat and diagnose all forms of infectious diseases in humans, but my favorite has to be viruses. Viruses are perhaps God''s greatest and worst creation (if you believe in that, of course). They don''t pick favorites."Dr. Lawrence is a quirky MD who has moved to Brisbane, Australia to take a research position in what he think will be a relatively mundane field: infectious diseases. Through a shocking series of events, Lawrence ends up in Siberia tracking a deadly pathogen with his colleague, Dr. Rebecca Fraser and their Russian liaison, Alexi.Many questions arise as we follow Dr. Lawrence on his journey. Will Dr. Lawrence and Dr. Fraser figure out the origin of the deadly pathogen? Is it something that can be treated before becoming a global pandemic? How many days in a row can Dr. Lawrence wear sweatpants and crocs? Most importantly, will Dr. Lawrence run out of barbecue sauce before he leaves Siberia? In Etiology: Tracking a Deadly Pathogen, Dr. Lawrence seeks to answer under-researched and under-appreciated questions. Readers will be entertained by Lawrence''s dry humor, and will come away with a basic understanding of the many ways in which climate change and medicine are inextricably intertwined.

The Galvin Girls: A Novel by Emily Schmidt is a work of historical fiction based on the lives of Anna, Mary, Helen, Theresa, and Bridie Galvin. One by one, these five sisters leave Listowel, Ireland, to live on "Silver Street"; each one hoping to achieve her particular version of the American Dream. Just weeks before the 1929 stock market crash, we meet the Galvin sisters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. When unexpected violence occurs only moments after her arrival, Bridie quickly realizes that America is not what it seems. Anna struggles with protecting and providing for her family as the matriarch, while Mary desires to start her own life independent of her sisters. Helen makes several short-sighted decisions that affect more than just herself, Theresa takes on a secret new job that brings unexpected trouble, and Bridie tries to grow up faster than her sisters want. Together, they learn what it means to embrace America''s fast pace and bright lights while staying true to their Irish homeland. As one of America''s darkest periods looms on the horizon, follow each of these sisters through her journey of hardship, surprise, betrayal, and ultimate success.

How much can one person suffer before the only path they see to fix their entire world is to destroy it? Steven Cahill was raised in Salem City, an awful place where misery was the norm. So much so that his father killed himself. Steven was left to fight an uphill battle of self-acceptance against his own homosexuality in an environment devoid of tolerance. He leaves to make a new life as a United States Marine, only to learn that all one can hope to gain on a battlefield is more loss. Returning home from Afghanistan a broken man, an already devastated Steven hits rock bottom after another important part of his life is violently ripped away. The nefarious shadow of the Paine Brothers, who control all vice from their ivory tower of semi-respectability, are the root cause. These men and their army of hoodlums are an evil that Steven feels he can fight. Despite it all, he needs to fight! And for all he cares now, the whole world can burn. And so, a new war begins... Steven''s War.