Biography & Autobiography

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Stories From Sharon and Her Service Dog Charley

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Report copyright infringementby Sharon Winters (Author)Sharon has stories to tell. Surprisingly, so does her service dog Charley! Sit back, relax, and enjoy a romp through Sharon's life experiences and humorous observations that underscore her go-to mantra, "The world is a friendly place." Sharon's stories give you a front row seat to a parade of vignettes featuring strange foods, travel adventures, errant children, funny pets, and a beloved granddaughter, each one a fun and quick read. Charl...

The Last Lawman: True Stories of a Private Detective

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Report copyright infringementby Nils Grevillius (Author)With thirty-plus years as a private detective in Los Angeles under his belt, Nils Grevillius will share with readers how cases are undertaken, the methods used to see without being seen, and how to hear without being heard. The secrets of clients forever protected, Nils lays bare the bad acts, corrupt institutions, protected criminals, which brought him desperate people, in desperate times. After many years as a soldier, spy, contractor,...

Missing Pieces: A Terrorist Attack Survivor's Memoir of Trauma, Resilience, and Healing

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Report copyright infringementby Christiane Scarpino (Author)Missing Pieces: A Terrorist Attack Survivor's Memoir of Trauma, Resilience, and Healing by Christiane Scarpino is a deeply moving memoir that chronicles her survival of the devastating 1977 terrorist bombing of the Mobil Oil Building in New York City when she was just 21 years old. This gripping account sheds light on the long-term effects of trauma and the journey to reclaim one's life while navigating the challenges of PTSD, a cond...

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Report copyright infringementby Gary Paul Nabhan (Author)An NPR Most Anticipated Book of the Summer"A generous invitation to follow the many streams that flow into the river of Gary Paul Nabhan's remarkable life and work."--Robin Wall Kimmerer, author of Braiding Sweetgrass"I have waited decades for these epic tales to be gathered in one serpentine narrative capable of rattling our souls."--Terry Tempest Williams, author of The GloriansFrom acclaimed agrarian activist and ethnobotanist Gary P...

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Report copyright infringementby Kenneth Gilmore (Author)This book describes how my career path changed from football coach to fighter pilot. My growth as a fighter pilot in my first Fighter Interceptor Squadron (FIS) and then followed by a combat assignment in the A-1 Skyraider. Our training for war in the A-1 did not prepare us for the challenges of combat. War does not permit OJT so myself and another captain developed seven rules to be a successful combat fighter pilot. The effect of war i...

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Report copyright infringementby Chelock Mitchell (Author)Life of an Unknown Lady by Chelock Mitchell is a moving account of a memoir, which weaves its strong strands of determination, love, and religion to bring into light the life of a woman, whose life was anything but normal. Chelock introduces her story as a child born in a small town that emerged after the war, but that was still affected by difficulties and living in the shadow of increasing family love. Quitting high school, breeding a...

Becoming: from chaos to alignment through allowance, flow, and belief

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Report copyright infringementby Tracie Bork (Author)By age 25, Tracie Bork is a rising scientist and half of a power couple who throws lavish faculty parties. But beneath the perfect surface lurks the chaos she's tried to control since childhood-and alarming physical symptoms she'd rather dismiss. Each year, she works more fiendishly than the one before as the complications to her health compound and become more mysterious until finally, she hits a wall, body, mind, and soul.In a series of ho...

One is a Warrior (Large Print): The Relentless Fight of an Army National Guard Sniper Team in Ramadi

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Report copyright infringementby Harry R. Martinez (Author)Victory Has a Body Count.The Reckoning Is Personal.LARGE PRINT When Harry Martinez volunteered, he was a police officer and a father who understood what war demands. He had served in the Marine Corps in the first Gulf War. In 2005, he arrived in Ramadi with the Army National Guard-where Al-Qaeda in Iraq hid among its citizens and every breath could be your last.Their sniper section was tasked with one mission: find the enemy and stop t...

A Canary Investigates: Diabolical Health Effects From Wireless Technology, Crimes Against Humanity, and Strategies to Survive the 21st Century

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Report copyright infringementby Chery Lanne (Author)What if the greatest threat to your health was something you couldn't see, feel, or hear?In A CANARY INVESTIGATES: (Exposing) Diabolical Health Effects from Wireless Technology, Crimes Against Humanity, and Strategies to Survive the 21st Century, Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist and Building Biologist Chery Lanne shares her eye-opening journey from severe illness to recovery, and the truth she uncovered along the way.As wireless radiati...

Try A New Path: Breaking Free, Growing Beyond Comfort

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Report copyright infringementby Shanelle Porter-Simmons (Author)Are you standing at the edge of change-restless, accomplished, yet unfulfilled?In Try a New Path: Growing Beyond Comfort, Shanelle Porter-Simmons invites you to stop asking for permission to evolve and start building the life that's been calling you. A retired Marine Corps lieutenant colonel, record-setting athlete, and leadership expert, Porter-Simmons blends story, science, and soul to explore why we cling to conformity, doubt ...

The President's Daughter: On Elizabeth Ann, the Illegitimate Daughter of W. G. Harding and the Author. With Illustrations, Including Portraits.

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Report copyright infringementby Nan Britton (Author), Elizabeth Ann Britton (Author), Warren Gamaliel Harding (Author)"The President's Daughter" is a groundbreaking and controversial memoir that chronicles the clandestine relationship between Nan Britton and Warren G. Harding, the 29th President of the United States. Written with poignant honesty, Britton details her long-term affair with the charismatic leader, which began before his presidency and continued through his time in the White Hou...

Breathe, Sis: This Is Just a Chapter; It's Not Your Whole Story

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Report copyright infringementby Menzaire Boykins-Esters (Author)Life doesn't always prepare you for the unexpected-but what if the hardest chapter of your life isn't the end of your story?In Breathe, Sis: This Is Just a Chapter. It's Not Your Whole Story, stroke survivor Menzaire "Menzie" Boykins shares her raw and deeply personal journey of faith, resilience, and healing after a life-altering stroke. One moment, she was simply living her life; the next, everything changed.Through powerful re...

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Report copyright infringementby Edward Goldberg (Author)Reflecting on a life filled with vibrant experiences, I share my journey through the transformative 60s and 70s, exploring the essence of aging, love, politics, and philosophy. Join me as I navigate the complexities of growing older and the wisdom gained along the way.In A Boomer's Tale - A Memoir, I recount my life as a Baby Boomer born in March 1946, marking my transition into the milestone of turning 80 this year. This memoir captures...

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Report copyright infringementby Ignatius J (Author)The Ex-Wife -Now What's Next is a deeply personal memoir chronicling Thomas' whirlwind marriage to Kiesha, a relationship filled with love, conflict, and betrayal. Through a series of raw and introspective journal entries, he details their rapid courtship, struggles with fidelity, and the emotional turmoil that follows. Torn between his religious beliefs and personal desires, he wrestles with guilt, self-doubt, and the consequences of his act...

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Report copyright infringementby Shirley Kaye Geverink (Author)Stop This Merry-Go-Round! I Want to Get Off! is truly an inspiring story of the grace and mercy God has provided us through His Son Jesus Christ. The calling God has on Shirley's life is what she deals with throughout this book. Her abusive childhood in a Christian home just continued in her adulthood and marriages. God was there all the time with His loving arms, trying to get her to stay on the right path, listen to God's voice, ...

What, On Earth, Am I Doing?: Life Lessons on Living

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Report copyright infringementby Madison Price (Author)A memorable book filled with life lessons on how to remain resilient and keep a sense of humor during life's adventures and misadventures.Have you ever stopped in the middle of a busy day and asked yourself the question, "What on Earth am I doing?"In this blog-adapted book, Maddy Price invites readers along for the journey as she shares how one can attempt to answer this puzzling question by reflecting on life lessons learned while traveli...

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Report copyright infringementby Leaford Blevins Jr. Blevins (Author)The Yowani Choctaw Saga is a sweeping historical trilogy brought together in one volume, chronicling the journey of a resilient people who carried their identity and spirit across centuries of upheaval and renewal. Through a blend of meticulous research, family genealogy, and vivid storytelling, Leaford Leven Blevins Jr. preserves the true story of the Yowani Choctaw-one of the most remarkable bands in the history of Native A...

His Excellency: The Diplomat from humble beginnings in Beirut, Lebanon to the Halls of Diplomacy

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Report copyright infringementby Tony Joudi (Author)In this engaging memoir, Tony Joudi takes readers on a fascinating journey from the picturesque shores of Tyre, Lebanon, to the bustling streets of Beirut and beyond. Through colorful and sometimes dramatic storytelling, he shares the rich tapestry of his childhood, woven with familial bonds, cultural heritage, and a steadfast spirit of perseverance. As he navigates the challenges of growing up, sometimes in a politically charged environment,...

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Report copyright infringementby Christine M. Fisher (Author)In this 90-day devotional, Christine Fisher shares the many ways God's grace has been revealed in her ordinary life through nature, relationships, and unexpected encounters. She pulls the reader in by sharing personal stories, scriptural reflections and encouragement, with the hope to inspire others to look for God's grace in their own lives. Each devotion connects biblical truths to daily experiences, emphasizing themes such as grat...

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Report copyright infringementby Michael A. DeMarco (Author)For over fifty years Willem Reeders' legend spread, detailing his Dutch-Chinese royal bloodlines, experience as a Japanese POW, work as a covert operative, role as a teacher of Bruce Lee, and more. Above all, people sought him out as a martial arts savant, fluent in open-hand techniques and weaponry. This book presents the historical setting of Reeders' life and discusses his combat theory and practice. The text moves beyond unverifie...

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Report copyright infringementby William T. Hutchinson (Author), William E. Dodd (Author)"Cyrus Hall McCormick: Seed-Time, 1809-1856" provides a meticulous exploration of the life and legacy of the man whose mechanical reaper revolutionized the agricultural world. This scholarly biography delves into the formative years of Cyrus Hall McCormick, tracking his journey from a family farm in Rockbridge County, Virginia, to the pinnacle of American industrial success. The narrative captures the ardu...

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Report copyright infringementby Iftikhar Shallwani (Author)Step into a world where music speaks louder than words, where cultures dissolve in a single embrace, and where every dance tells a story.In Tango Travels, Iftikhar Shallwani, known in the global tango community as "Iphty", takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the passionate and deeply emotional world of Argentine tango. More than a travel memoir, this book is a reflection on human connection, cultural identity, music, mov...

Surviving the Wild: An Untamed Woman Opens Her Cage

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Report copyright infringementby Kimberly Anne (Author)What happens when you stop living the life you were told to want and start chasing the one that sets your soul on fire?Surviving the Wild is a wildly empowering, laugh-out-loud, cry-a-little (and maybe pee a little) memoir about one woman's radical leap into the unknown. Through love affairs, heartbreaks, spiritual awakenings, and cultural deep dives, she discovers that happiness isn't a destination-it's a wild, messy, beautiful ride.This ...

Wartime Writings: Making Sense of October 7 and Its Aftermath

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Report copyright infringementby Einat Wilf (Author)One of Israel's most profound thinkers tells the riveting, real-time account of the hours, days, and months after Hamas's invasion of Israel.On the morning of October 7, 2023, Hamas ruled Gaza invaded Israel and launched a brutal massacre against Israelis and global war on the Jewish people. Einat Wilf-thinker, former Israeli parliamentarian, and author-began sharing her profound responses to the horrors of October 7, what led up to it, and w...

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Report copyright infringementby Regina Johns (Author)This book is a raw and honest reflection of my life. Although the characters' names have been changed, the events shared are real. It tells the story of meeting and marrying someone I later realized I never truly knew, and the emotional journey of surviving a marriage filled with manipulation, pain, and narcissistic abuse.Through some of the darkest moments of my life, I found strength I never knew I had. This book shares not only the hards...

Patrick Kane: Ice in His Veins: American Greatness, Chicago Glory, and a Hockey Legend's Journey

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Report copyright infringementby Keith C. Lewis (Author)Patrick Kane: Ice in His Veins is a powerful and inspiring biography of one of hockey's greatest stars - and the most accomplished American-born player in NHL history. It tells the full story of Patrick Kane's life and career: from his humble beginnings playing street hockey in Buffalo, New York, to becoming the #1 overall NHL draft pick, to leading the Chicago Blackhawks to three Stanley Cup championships and winning league MVP. The book...

No Secrets in a Small Town: Inside the Mind of a Rural Doctor

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Report copyright infringementby Aj Yusuf (Author)What you see in medicine is only half the story.Behind every exam room door are decisions made in seconds, conversations that never make it into the chart, and moments that stay with a physician for life.In No Secrets in a Small Town, AJ Yusuf, MD, takes readers beyond the waiting room and into the raw, unfiltered reality of practicing medicine in rural America-where your patients are your neighbors, your child's teacher, the farmer you pass on...

The Wisdom of Maimonides: The Life and Writings of the Jewish Sage

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Report copyright infringementby Edward Hoffman (Author)Here is an accessible introduction to the life and wisdom of the famous twelfth-century philosopher-physician Moses Maimonides, whose prolific writings on medical and religious issues, commentaries on Jewish texts, and writings on Jewish ethics and law profoundly influenced Judaism. The Wisdom of Maimonides includes a biography; a section of selected teachings drawn from Maimonides' major works The Guide for the Perplexed and the Mishneh ...

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Report copyright infringementby Grace (Ge) Gilbert (Author)grace (ge) gilbert's Holly merges poetry, memoir, and visual art in an effort to recreate the author's grandmother, who was murdered in her home in 1976, and to make sense of their ensuing relationship with their father, who found his mother's body when he was eleven years old. Having never been told explicitly by their parents about her murder, gilbert pieces together her grandmother's story through fragment, ephemera, history, and t...

Resting Warrior: A Memoir of Grief, Survival, and Becoming

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Report copyright infringementby Ruthie Chamichian-Smith (Author)This is the updated edition with a revised subtitle and refreshed cover.A Powerful Memoir of Survival and BecomingResting Warrior is a memoir, told in prose and poetry that traces one woman's journey through profound grief, identity loss, and the quiet rebuilding of a life transformed by trauma. Told in a voice both tender and unflinching, Ruthie's story unfolds in poetic and narrative fragments-each a glimpse into survival, resi...

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Report copyright infringementby Wanjiru Warama (Author)Her future was already decided-until she began to question it.The Colonial Farm is a remarkable, one-of-a-kind African-themed memoir told with honesty, clarity, and suspense. This powerful true story captures the triumphs and struggles of one family, and the experiences of the Gĩkũyũ community in Kenya, seen through the eyes of the author. At twelve and a half, she begins forging against the tide of her pre-designed farmhand lifestyle, de...

Designed to Succeed: A Faith-Driven Blueprint to Building the Life You Were Created to Live

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Report copyright infringementby Kevin Olusola (Author), Donovan Donnell (Author), Mark Tabb (With)Success May Not Be What You Think It IsGrammy Award winner Kevin Olusola of the multiplatinum a cappella group Pentatonix and international life coach Donovan Dee Donnell have seen it all. They've had the applause, money, and everything people said they should be living for, only to discover that success as the world understands it is a hamster wheel--an exhausting chase that leads to emptiness.I...