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Experienced child actress Marissa Gould is looking forward to spending the summer before her senior year of high school at UCLA's musical theater program in hopes of entering the drama school there as a college freshman. Instead, she is jolted awake one morning by strangers who drag her off to a wilderness character development camp for troubled teens. Until now, Marissa thought she shared an open relationship with her parents.At the wilderness camp, Marissa endures exhausting hikes through rural upstate New York with an overloaded pack, festering insect bites, and inadequate food. Her counselors have no psychology training, and instead dish out deprivation and humiliation using sleep control, food control, and extreme physical-endurance challenges to change her behavior.The result? She is soon saddled with something she has never had to deal with before -- chronic depression.What will happen when she graduates? Will her life ever be normal again? This is the true story of Marissa Gould's experience at Adirondack Leadership Expedition.

Sparked by the opportunity to explore his personal passions, David Kroese turns away from a rewarding yet languishing career and begins the adventure of a lifetime. What happens next evolves into a tour of all four hundred-plus units in America's National Park System -- a perfect way to celebrate the 2016 National Park Service centennial. The Centennial: A Journey Through America's National Park System details David's compelling centennial explorations to 387 parks in 360 days. The story continues through December 2017, when he becomes one of fewer than fifty people known to have visited all 417 national parks.His personal expedition is a poignant exploration into quintessential America as told through its historical and natural wonders. Delve into diverse locations from Hawaii to the Rockies, New England to the Caribbean, Charleston to the California desert, Alaska to American Samoa.Join David and experience the inherent marvels within America's unique landscape and fascinating history, revealed in engaging context, poetic descriptions, and heartfelt appreciation. The Centennial: A Journey Through America's National Park System is an odyssey of self discovery and fulfulliment through the nation's soul.

"The true wisdom of life consists in seeing the extraordinary in the ordinary." -- Pearl BuckFrom Motown to moo towns to Menominee and Mormon country, Struggle and Strength: Eight Ordinary Women with Lives Most Unusual explores universal themes that define the American experience.Author Sharon Kennedy has spent a lifetime seeking out colorful characters in unexpected places. Here she focuses on eight remarkable women who have experienced unimaginable tragedy, struggle, and ultimately their own form of reconciliation. They represent generations of Americans and reveal profound truths about race, family, class, immigration -- and what it means to live life to the fullest in the face of adversity.Kennedy deftly weaves the profiles of these women with her own personal reflections on why their stories resonate with her. She shines a spotlight on the many ways universal truths are lived throughout ordinary lives. The profiled women in these pages are truly extraordinary -- and ordinary -- in their own particular ways. Their lives speak of resilience, relationships, and overcoming hardships. It is a powerful reminder of the strength of the human spirit and the indomitable American spirit.

When Ava's husband, Richard, is diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, she is shocked -- not only because of the bad news, but also because Richard was right. A bit of a hypochondriac, Richard often imagined he had contracted one deadly condition or another. Over their then nineteen years of marriage Ava had dismissed his concerns. But this time it was true. In fact, he had two horrible diseases: Parkinson's and Lewy body dementia -- a fate you wouldn't wish on your worst enemy.For the next seven years Ava wages war against these bad boys, writing her reflections and journaling her experiences as she tries everything she can find to help Richard. Parkinson's: A Love Story with Dementia for Dessert is her brutally honest, yet beautiful portrayal of losing her soulmate and best friend. Deeply sad at times, but also inspiring and even humorous, this story is sure to warm your heart.

Veteran corporate crisis counselor Jonathan Keaton is one of the most respected spin doctors in the world. His vast experience, outsized personality, and wily cynicism have made him the go-to guy for companies in trouble.But when the narcissistic founder and CEO of a large corporation is accused of sexual assault, Jonathan finds himself drawn into an assignment that his conscience warns him to avoid. It's November 2017, and the #MeToo Movement is gaining traction. When his client refuses to settle and insists that he is innocent -- envisioning himself as the man to stop false, unfair accusations against powerful figures -- Jonathan's usual bag of tricks fails to stop an escalating flow of events. A quicksand of sexual harassment, bribery, financial fraud, and a potential palace revolt soon engulfs him.With a lively, spirited voice, this timely and compelling novel of corporate intrigue will draw you into the private world of a spin doctor who himself is spinning out of control.

Someone To Talk To is a book for everyone. The author writes, "We all have an inner world of feelings and thoughts, but we are not taught the language of that inner world. Emotions are one of the most powerful drivers of our lives. Therapy is the primary space to understand emotions, a place where you can learn to express and manage them well."This book reveals what you will experience in therapy. It explains how therapy can help you to recover from painful situations, face challenges, and gain the courage and freedom to make changes. It will give you hope, and the promise of possibilities in love, work, and self-esteem.

It's been said that every interesting person has a past -- and Bernie Yandell is no exception.Little did Bernie's family know about their loving father and husband's amusing recollections and hilarious writings until his daughter discovers a box of his old manuscripts.When Karen Yandell dives into her father's writings, she is amazed by the treasure that has been hidden for so long. Bernie's writing shows his wild and colorful past and his previously unarticulated perspective on what it takes to live a life filled with optimism and laughter. It is a classic example of how to take the lemons handed over by fate and make them into delicious lemonade.Laughing Matters also describes life in Parker, Arizona during the 1930s when Bernie was among the original team of construction workers tasked with building the Parker Dam and Power Plant. His anecdotes provide a firsthand, humorous look at this major undertaking. Bernie Yandell was in full possession of a sense of humor and the ability to laugh -- and Laughing Matters is a loving tribute from a daughter who generously shares his gift with the world.

It is 1938 -- a year when most Americans are still coping with the Great Depression and wondering how long they can avoid the inevitable war and Nazi threat in Europe.When thirteen-year-old Orville Switzer discovers the bodies of twin sisters lying frozen beneath the snow in a St. Paul, Minnesota train yard, connections are soon linked to Germany. In their efforts to discover who murdered the twins and why, sheriff's deputy Al Freitag and his wife Tillie, a social worker for Orville's family, are suddenly plunged into a web of mystery, intrigue, mob violence, and an espionage ring involving pro-Nazi and German American Bund members.Will the truth behind the murders be discovered? At what cost?

During the depths of the Great Depression in Ypsilanti, Michigan, a seven-year-old boy is found frozen to death under the Frog Island footbridge in Depot Town after being reported missing the night before by his parents. Upon examination, the Washtenaw County coroner discovers the child is the victim of foul play.After three years of investigation, the Ypsilanti and Michigan state police are no closer to making an arrest than they were when Richard Streicher Jr.'s body was discovered. Local gossips and many police are convinced they know who the guilty party is, but proving it in a court of law is a different matter. Who stabbed Richard Streicher Jr. to death?

Like Camelot, Avalon, or Neverland, Withering Heights is an idyllic spot nestled between fantasy and reality. It is a timeless place that reflects life in small-town America, past and present . . . a humorous collection of thoughts and feelings, wit and wisdom, and enduring truths of human nature. As the resident narrator of life in Withering Heights, the Bard is a mischievous observer and commentator. Scorning political correctness, the Bard prefers mingling with the quirky characters in his little town and musing about life, love, and human behavior. Come in and take a stroll around Withering Heights. You'll find things to laugh about and think about, and you might just recognize someone you know!

I want to walk on roads that have been walked by a million feet and add mine to the multitude. I want to think about the fact that each step carried the hopes or prayers or perhaps just the distracted thoughts of millions of pilgrims dating back to the ninth century.Many books cover Santiago de Compostela, the medieval pilgrimage route through northern Spain. Distinguishing itself, William Ross Newland's Tales of the Camino provides historical context alongside a deeply personal perspective and lifelong love for Spain.Along the trail, he meets and relates the tales of modern-day fellow pilgrims, which are in turns both comic and moving. Each pilgrim has an intention, be it religious or deeply personal, of lost loves and relatives, of hopes and prayers for renewal or thanks. You'll find yourself immersed and fascinated with Newland's journey in this moving, thought-provoking, and culturally rich travel memoir.

When was the last time you reflected on the quality of customer service your school gives to your students?As alternate forms of education become more prominent, public education faces the challenge of losing its best and brightest students to the competition.Competing for Kids is a full-service manual for giving great customer service throughout your school district. By implementing the concepts in this book, public schools can become more appealing and more successful in retaining and attracting students.Competing for Kids teaches: How the best companies use customer service to compete at the highest level How these twenty-one business concepts can help public schools better compete with other forms of education How to develop a district-wide customer service plan for all staff members working in the public school arena

As flood waters rise, a mother raccoon drags each of her babies to safety on higher ground. They are safe and dry under a human house. But Mom raccoon soon disappears, leaving Leonard and his brothers to fend for themselves. Then a man comes to their rescue, and Leonard is adopted by a human couple. But how will he adapt to his new surroundings? This human house is very different from his den, and these human parents have a lot to learn about raccoons. One thing is certain, Mary's love for animals is more powerful than any obstacle that may try to get in the way.Written and illustrated with photographs by Leonard's dad and mom, this book is sure to delight animal lovers of all ages.

There are nearly fifty million Americans who are sixty-five years or older, according to the US Census Bureau. However, the reality of caring for your aging parents or yourself is becoming increasingly complicated. How do you or your loved ones navigate the future and stay happy, active, and engaged in society?Author Larry Minnix spent his entire career in mental health and aging care professions. In Hallowed Ground: Stories of Successful Aging, he offers prescriptive advice and insightful anecdotes about aging that everyone can use as we look toward the twilight years. Drawing from personal experience and more than four decades in a career in aging services, he covers the critical topics related to aging such as intimacy, retirement, and senior communities, among others.Hallowed Ground is a story collection of people who have a legacy of lessons to teach us so we -- and our loved ones -- can live the best of our last days.

Detective Parker Havenot never felt vulnerable as a lone defender of justice. He could handle the bad guys himself. But when he adopts three children and becomes a family man, his life becomes more complicated -- especially when Alex Prohl, a convicted murderer set on revenge, is released after only five years in prison. This story of vengeance takes a dramatic turn when Havenot's teenage son goes missing while on a boating excursion. Suddenly the hunter and the hunted switch roles, and another murder hangs in the balance.Will the detective overcome his emotional involvement and think clearly enough to save the boy, or will Alex Prohl once again get away with murder?

By the end of the twentieth century, biologists and anthropologists concluded that there are no human races. In Three Biological Myths: Race, Ancestry, Ethnicity, Professor Alain F. Corcos raises the question: What about ethnicity? Is it also a biological myth? He also asks a very important question in a time when people are busy looking for their roots: What did your ancestors transmit to you? The answers may surprise you.Human diversity occupies much of the talk these days, but few know about the biological process -- meiosis -- responsible for that extreme diversity. In Three Biological Myths: Race, Ancestry, Ethnicity, Corcos explains the process by which our extreme diversity occurs.

The violent history of colonialism has plagued the American psyche for centuries. Some ghosts, however, are never laid to rest. When the Pequot Indians, exterminated by the white man in 1637, return to modern-day Connecticut to exact revenge upon the white man and his former allies, the Mohegan Indians, a violent supernatural confrontation erupts.A beautiful summer's day in the small village of Moodus is suddenly disrupted when a local man is discovered not only dead, but scalped; two others have been killed by arrows-all with white whales painted on their foreheads. Meanwhile, Sarah Gates and Rob Chapman, precocious teenagers with an eye for mischief, are searching for caves on Cave Mountain when they see something incredulous: a tall Indian carrying a tomahawk and bow and arrow. His face is covered in war paint and his eyes look dead below his Mohawk. Thinking no one will believe them, the youths decide to investigate on their own. But they soon find themselves involved in a war and moral travesty that stretches well beyond the limits of their experience or imagination. Moodus Noises is a fast-paced, compelling work of fantasy that questions modern reality and is also a poignant critical commentary on our nation, its history, and the repercussions of what it means to be both an American and a human being.

When visiting an elderly relative or friend, are you often at a loss for what to talk about? After the initial pleasantries, do the minutes drag on? You may very well love this person, but find yourself struggling to carry on a conversation. An hour can seem endless. If only you could think of something interesting to talk about!If Only You Would Ask transforms this situation! Open to any page and soon find yourself engaged in meaningful conversation.With forty-two topics and over four hundred questions, If Only You Would Ask provides a framework for tapping into memories that may not have been thought about or talked about for years! You and the person you are visiting will both enjoy your time together. In fact, you will look forward to your next get together.Every person has stories to share, If Only You Would Ask!

Five-year-old Thomas has a lot to complain about. Not only has his father left him in charge of a house full of girls while fighting the war in Iraq, but Thomas also has growing pains in his legs that awaken him in the middle of the night. Then he has an added fear when he overhears his mother talking about moving far away from their grandparents' Texas ranch to live in a city called El Paso. How can they leave the ranch they love to be around city kids who don't know anything about country things? How can he leave his grandparents who need his help? And, how will his sisters Leah, Abby, and Mia, react when they find out they must move into a neighborhood on an Army base?

Donuts or Broccoli?Life is filled with difficult choices.What will little Ju Ju do?