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Fluent Forever (Revised Edition)

How to Learn Any Language Fast and Never Forget It

by Gabriel Wyner ...

The bestselling guide to learning a new language and remembering what you learned, now revised and updated“A brilliant and thoroughly modern guide . . . If you want a new language to stick, start here.”—Gary Marcus, cognitive psychologist and author of the New York Times bestseller Guitar ZeroGabriel Wyner speaks seven foreign languages fluently. He didn’t learn them in school—who does? Rather, he ... Read more

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The bestselling guide to learning a new language and remembering what you learned, now revised and updated“A brilliant and thoroughly modern guide . . . If you want a new language to stick, start here.”—Gary Marcus, cognitive psychologist and author of the New York Times bestseller Guitar ZeroGabriel Wyner speaks seven foreign languages fluently. He didn’t learn them in school—who does? Rather, he
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A Dirty Guide to a Clean Home

Housekeeping Hacks You Can't Live Without

by Melissa Dilkes Pateras ...

Everything you need to know about laundry, cleaning, and basic home repairs—from the TikTok star who made bluing a thing, showed you how to fold a fitted sheet, and taught you to properly use your (caulk) gun.“[Melissa Pateras] makes chores enjoyable in her bawdy debut. . . . Doing laundry has never sounded so fun.”—Publishers WeeklyMelissa Dilkes Pateras is the most competent housekeeper, DIY ... Read more

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Everything you need to know about laundry, cleaning, and basic home repairs—from the TikTok star who made bluing a thing, showed you how to fold a fitted sheet, and taught you to properly use your (caulk) gun.“[Melissa Pateras] makes chores enjoyable in her bawdy debut. . . . Doing laundry has never sounded so fun.”—Publishers WeeklyMelissa Dilkes Pateras is the most competent housekeeper, DIY
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The Practice of Groundedness

A Transformative Path to Success That Feeds--Not Crushes--Your Soul

by Brad Stulberg ...

**Join thousands of readers and learn about a powerful antidote to today’s epidemic of burnout---and a path to achieving success with deeper satisfaction--from the bestselling author of Peak Performance"A thoughtful, actionable book for pursuing more excellence with less angst." --Adam Grant, author of Think Again**Playing into the always-on, never enough hustle culture ultimately takes a serious ... Read more

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**Join thousands of readers and learn about a powerful antidote to today’s epidemic of burnout---and a path to achieving success with deeper satisfaction--from the bestselling author of Peak Performance"A thoughtful, actionable book for pursuing more excellence with less angst." --Adam Grant, author of Think Again**Playing into the always-on, never enough hustle culture ultimately takes a serious
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Total Memory Workout

8 Easy Steps to Maximum Memory Fitness

by Cynthia R. Green ...

“Based on the theory that your memory can be exercised like any other part of a time-affected body, this book offers simple ways to increase your long-term and short-term memory.”—American Way“Sensible advice for the seriously inclined.”—TimeFrustrated by your forgetfulness? Don’t be. Memory lapses aren’t necessarily a sign of age—more often they are a sign of the times, as we’re all inundated ... Read more

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“Based on the theory that your memory can be exercised like any other part of a time-affected body, this book offers simple ways to increase your long-term and short-term memory.”—American Way“Sensible advice for the seriously inclined.”—TimeFrustrated by your forgetfulness? Don’t be. Memory lapses aren’t necessarily a sign of age—more often they are a sign of the times, as we’re all inundated
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Poe for Your Problems

Uncommon Advice from History's Least Likely Self-Help Guru

by Catherine Baab-Muguira ...

When life’s got you down and things aren’t going your way, who better to turn to than Edgar Allan Poe? Discover how to say "nevermore" to your problems in this darkly comedic and refreshing self-help guide.Of all the writers anywhere, Poe would seem to be the least likely person you'd want to turn to for advice. His life was a complete dumpster fire: he had tons of failed relationships; not many ... Read more

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When life’s got you down and things aren’t going your way, who better to turn to than Edgar Allan Poe? Discover how to say "nevermore" to your problems in this darkly comedic and refreshing self-help guide.Of all the writers anywhere, Poe would seem to be the least likely person you'd want to turn to for advice. His life was a complete dumpster fire: he had tons of failed relationships; not many
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Wisdom Takes Work

Learn. Apply. Repeat.

by Ryan Holiday ...

Series series The Stoic Virtues Series
In this much-anticipated final installment in the Stoic Virtues series, Ryan Holiday makes the case for the virtue on which all other virtues depend.Of all the stoic virtues - courage, discipline, justice, and wisdom - wisdom is the most elusive. This is especially apparent in an age where reaction and idle chatter are rewarded, and restraint and thoughtfulness are unfashionable. The great ... Read more

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In this much-anticipated final installment in the Stoic Virtues series, Ryan Holiday makes the case for the virtue on which all other virtues depend.Of all the stoic virtues - courage, discipline, justice, and wisdom - wisdom is the most elusive. This is especially apparent in an age where reaction and idle chatter are rewarded, and restraint and thoughtfulness are unfashionable. The great
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All About Love

New Visions

by bell hooks ...

Series Book 1 - Love Song to the Nation
A New York Times bestseller and enduring classic, All About Love is the acclaimed first volume in feminist icon bell hooks' "Love Song to the Nation" trilogy. All About Love reveals what causes a polarized society, and how to heal the divisions that cause suffering. Here is the truth about love, and inspiration to help us instill caring, compassion, and strength in our homes, schools, and ... Read more

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A New York Times bestseller and enduring classic, All About Love is the acclaimed first volume in feminist icon bell hooks' "Love Song to the Nation" trilogy. All About Love reveals what causes a polarized society, and how to heal the divisions that cause suffering. Here is the truth about love, and inspiration to help us instill caring, compassion, and strength in our homes, schools, and
... Read more
Blood, Sweat, and Pixels

The Triumphant, Turbulent Stories Behind How Video Games Are Made

by Jason Schreier ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER“The stories in this book make for a fascinating and remarkably complete pantheon of just about every common despair and every joy related to game development.” — Rami Ismail, cofounder of Vlambeer and developer of Nuclear ThroneDeveloping video games—hero's journey or fool's errand? The creative and technical logistics that go into building today's hottest games can be more ... Read more

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NATIONAL BESTSELLER“The stories in this book make for a fascinating and remarkably complete pantheon of just about every common despair and every joy related to game development.” — Rami Ismail, cofounder of Vlambeer and developer of Nuclear ThroneDeveloping video games—hero's journey or fool's errand? The creative and technical logistics that go into building today's hottest games can be more
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How to Work a Room

The Ultimate Guide to Making Lasting Connections—In Person and Online

by Susan RoAne ...

Fully revised and updated: the ground-breaking, classic guide to socializing and communication in any situation to succeed in business and life.For anyone who wants to make a stronger impressions, get more use out of professional connections, or turn new acquaintances into valued, long-lasting relationships, Susan RoAne's How to Work a Room is essential reading. And this Silver Anniversary edition ... Read more

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Fully revised and updated: the ground-breaking, classic guide to socializing and communication in any situation to succeed in business and life.For anyone who wants to make a stronger impressions, get more use out of professional connections, or turn new acquaintances into valued, long-lasting relationships, Susan RoAne's How to Work a Room is essential reading. And this Silver Anniversary edition
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Life in Perspective

The Art and Power of the Annual Life Review

by Tiago Forte ...

A proven, powerful framework for reclaiming clarity on your life, your values, and your goals—from the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Building a Second Brain and The PARA Method.In our age of hyperconnectivity and information overload, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters most. Weeks blur into months and accomplishments quickly fade into the next obligation. Important decisions get ... Read more

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A proven, powerful framework for reclaiming clarity on your life, your values, and your goals—from the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Building a Second Brain and The PARA Method.In our age of hyperconnectivity and information overload, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters most. Weeks blur into months and accomplishments quickly fade into the next obligation. Important decisions get
... Read more
Stolen Focus

Why You Can't Pay Attention--and How to Think Deeply Again

by Johann Hari ...

**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Our ability to pay attention is collapsing. From the author of Chasing the Scream and Lost Connections comes a groundbreaking examination of why this is happening—and how to get our attention back.“The book the world needs in order to win the war on distraction.”—Adam Grant, author of Think Again“Read this book to save your mind.”—Susan Cain, author of Quiet**WINNER ... Read more

$8.99 USD

**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Our ability to pay attention is collapsing. From the author of Chasing the Scream and Lost Connections comes a groundbreaking examination of why this is happening—and how to get our attention back.“The book the world needs in order to win the war on distraction.”—Adam Grant, author of Think Again“Read this book to save your mind.”—Susan Cain, author of Quiet**WINNER
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Tattoos on the Heart

The Power of Boundless Compassion

by Gregory Boyle ...

“Destined to become a classic of both urban reportage and contemporary spirituality” (Los Angeles Times)—Tattoos on the Heart is a series of parables about kinship and redemption from pastor, activist, and renowned speaker, Father Gregory Boyle.Thirty years ago, Gregory Boyle founded Homeboy Industries, a gang-intervention, rehabilitation, and reentry program in Los Angeles, the gang capital of ... Read more

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“Destined to become a classic of both urban reportage and contemporary spirituality” (Los Angeles Times)—Tattoos on the Heart is a series of parables about kinship and redemption from pastor, activist, and renowned speaker, Father Gregory Boyle.Thirty years ago, Gregory Boyle founded Homeboy Industries, a gang-intervention, rehabilitation, and reentry program in Los Angeles, the gang capital of
... Read more
Gmorning, Gnight!

Little Pep Talks for Me & You

by Lin-Manuel Miranda ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the creator and star of Hamilton and In the Heights, with beautiful illustrations by Jonny Sun, comes a book of affirmations to inspire readers at the beginning and end of each day.“When the world is bringing you down, Gmorning, Gnight! will remind you that you are awesome.”—BooklistGood morning. Do NOT get stuck in the comments section of life today. Make, do... ... Read more

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the creator and star of Hamilton and In the Heights, with beautiful illustrations by Jonny Sun, comes a book of affirmations to inspire readers at the beginning and end of each day.“When the world is bringing you down, Gmorning, Gnight! will remind you that you are awesome.”—BooklistGood morning. Do NOT get stuck in the comments section of life today. Make, do...
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How to Win Friends and Influence People

by Dale Carnegie ...

The most famous confidence-boosting book ever published; with sales of over 16 million copies worldwide Millions of people around the world have improved their lives based on the teachings of Dale Carnegie. In How to Win Friends and Influence People, he offers practical advice and techniques, in his exuberant and conversational style, for how to get out of a mental rut and make life more rewarding ... Read more

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The most famous confidence-boosting book ever published; with sales of over 16 million copies worldwide Millions of people around the world have improved their lives based on the teachings of Dale Carnegie. In How to Win Friends and Influence People, he offers practical advice and techniques, in his exuberant and conversational style, for how to get out of a mental rut and make life more rewarding
... Read more
The Book of Delights

Essays

by Ross Gay ...

The New York Times bestselling book of essays celebrating ordinary delights in the world around us by one of America's most original and observant writers, award-winning poet Ross Gay.“Ross Gay’s eye lands upon wonder at every turn, bolstering my belief in the countless small miracles that surround us.” —Tracy K. Smith, Pulitzer Prize winner and U.S. Poet LaureateThe winner of the NBCC Award for ... Read more

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The New York Times bestselling book of essays celebrating ordinary delights in the world around us by one of America's most original and observant writers, award-winning poet Ross Gay.“Ross Gay’s eye lands upon wonder at every turn, bolstering my belief in the countless small miracles that surround us.” —Tracy K. Smith, Pulitzer Prize winner and U.S. Poet LaureateThe winner of the NBCC Award for
... Read more
Contend

Standing Boldly for Biblical Truth While Winning the War Within

by Philip Anthony Mitchell ...

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!The call to follow Christ was never a call to passive belief.In Contend, Philip Anthony Mitchell, founder and lead pastor of 2819 Church in Atlanta, unpacks Jude's urgent letter—a warning written to a Church under siege from false teachers, compromise, and spiritual laziness—and proves it's still our reality today.Countless Believers are still sitting on the ... Read more

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INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!The call to follow Christ was never a call to passive belief.In Contend, Philip Anthony Mitchell, founder and lead pastor of 2819 Church in Atlanta, unpacks Jude's urgent letter—a warning written to a Church under siege from false teachers, compromise, and spiritual laziness—and proves it's still our reality today.Countless Believers are still sitting on the
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The Anxious Generation

How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness

by Jonathan Haidt ...

THE ACCLAIMED #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER with over two million copies sold • A must-read for all parents: the generation-defining investigation into the collapse of youth mental health in the era of smartphones, social media, and big tech—and a plan for a healthier, freer childhood. • A cultural catalyst for the resulting $17.1 Billion Meta Settlement.**Named one of the best books of the year by ... Read more

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THE ACCLAIMED #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER with over two million copies sold • A must-read for all parents: the generation-defining investigation into the collapse of youth mental health in the era of smartphones, social media, and big tech—and a plan for a healthier, freer childhood. • A cultural catalyst for the resulting $17.1 Billion Meta Settlement.**Named one of the best books of the year by
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Moral Ambition

Stop Wasting Your Talent and Start Making a Difference

by Rutger Bregman ...

Translated by Erica Moore ...

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER | Bloomberg Businessweek's Best Business Books of the Year | Audible's Best Books of the Year | Longlisted for the Non-Obvious Book AwardsFrom the author of the New York Times bestsellers Humankind and Utopia for Realists—“a more politically radical Malcolm Gladwell” (The New York Times)—comes a bold manifesto daring us to harness our talents and transform our idealism ... Read more

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INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER | Bloomberg Businessweek's Best Business Books of the Year | Audible's Best Books of the Year | Longlisted for the Non-Obvious Book AwardsFrom the author of the New York Times bestsellers Humankind and Utopia for Realists—“a more politically radical Malcolm Gladwell” (The New York Times)—comes a bold manifesto daring us to harness our talents and transform our idealism
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Radical Acceptance

by Tara Brach ...

In our current times of global crises and spiking collective anxiety, Tara Brach’s transformative practice of Radical Acceptance offers a pathway to inner freedom and a more compassionate world.This classic work now features an insightful new introduction, an exclusive bonus chapter, and additional guided meditations.*“Radical Acceptance offers us an invitation to embrace ourselves with all our ... Read more

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In our current times of global crises and spiking collective anxiety, Tara Brach’s transformative practice of Radical Acceptance offers a pathway to inner freedom and a more compassionate world.This classic work now features an insightful new introduction, an exclusive bonus chapter, and additional guided meditations.*“Radical Acceptance offers us an invitation to embrace ourselves with all our
... Read more
Atomic Habits

An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones

by James Clear ...

**The #1 New York Times bestseller.Over 25 million copies sold!Translated into 60+ languages!Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results**No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving--every day. James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny ... Read more

$12.99 USD

**The #1 New York Times bestseller.Over 25 million copies sold!Translated into 60+ languages!Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results**No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving--every day. James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny
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The Last Lecture

by Randy Pausch ...

After being diagnosed with terminal cancer, a professor shares the lessons he's learned about living in the present, building a legacy, and taking full advantage of the time you have in this life-changing classic."We cannot change the cards we are dealt, just how we play the hand." —Randy PauschA lot of professors give talks titled "The Last Lecture." Professors are asked to consider their demise ... Read more

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After being diagnosed with terminal cancer, a professor shares the lessons he's learned about living in the present, building a legacy, and taking full advantage of the time you have in this life-changing classic."We cannot change the cards we are dealt, just how we play the hand." —Randy PauschA lot of professors give talks titled "The Last Lecture." Professors are asked to consider their demise
... Read more
Steal Like an Artist

10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative

by Austin Kleon ...

Series series Austin Kleon
Unlock your creativity with this inspiring guide to creating in the digital age.“Brilliant and real and true.” —Rosanne Cash, singer and songwriterSteal Like an Artist presents ten transformative principles that will help readers discover their artistic side and build a more creative life. Nothing is original, so embrace influence, school yourself through the work of others, remix and reimagine to ... Read more

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Unlock your creativity with this inspiring guide to creating in the digital age.“Brilliant and real and true.” —Rosanne Cash, singer and songwriterSteal Like an Artist presents ten transformative principles that will help readers discover their artistic side and build a more creative life. Nothing is original, so embrace influence, school yourself through the work of others, remix and reimagine to
... Read more
Dare to Lead

Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.

by Brené Brown ...

**#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Brené Brown has taught us what it means to dare greatly, rise strong, and brave the wilderness. Now, based on new research conducted with leaders, change makers, and culture shifters, she’s showing us how to put those ideas into practice so we can step up and lead.Don’t miss the five-part Max docuseries Brené Brown: Atlas of the Heart!ONE OF BLOOMBERG’S BEST BOOKS ... Read more

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**#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Brené Brown has taught us what it means to dare greatly, rise strong, and brave the wilderness. Now, based on new research conducted with leaders, change makers, and culture shifters, she’s showing us how to put those ideas into practice so we can step up and lead.Don’t miss the five-part Max docuseries Brené Brown: Atlas of the Heart!ONE OF BLOOMBERG’S BEST BOOKS
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How to Keep House While Drowning

A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Organizing

by KC Davis, LPC ...

An NPR Best Book of the Year | USA TODAY BestsellerThis revolutionary approach to cleaning and organizing helps free you from feeling ashamed or overwhelmed by a messy home.If you’re struggling to stay on top of your to-do list, you probably have a good reason: anxiety, fatigue, depression, ADHD, or lack of support. For therapist KC Davis, the birth of her second child triggered a stress-mess ... Read more

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An NPR Best Book of the Year | USA TODAY BestsellerThis revolutionary approach to cleaning and organizing helps free you from feeling ashamed or overwhelmed by a messy home.If you’re struggling to stay on top of your to-do list, you probably have a good reason: anxiety, fatigue, depression, ADHD, or lack of support. For therapist KC Davis, the birth of her second child triggered a stress-mess
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