Health & Wellbeing Books

Book SynopsisRevolutionise your beauty regime with Feeding Your Skin, the guide to natural beauty treatments by Carla Oates, founder of The Beauty Chef. From revitalising face masks, nourishing body scrubs and luscious lip balms to treatment oils, cleansers, toners, moisturisers and more, it contains everything you need to enhance your natural radiance from head to toe. Each simple yet luxurious treatment is made using pure, nourishing ingredients, while Carla's expertise ensures each formula is optimised to bring out your inner glow. Embrace self-care with practical, easy-to-follow solutions that are as kind to your skin as they are to the environment and illuminate your beauty naturally – one nourishing blend at a time.

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Book SynopsisThe world's foremost authority in healthy longevity explains everything you need to know about a plant-based diet.

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Book SynopsisThe 28 Day Keto High Fibre Plan shows how simple it can be to make delicious keto-friendly, high-fibre meals that encourage a healthy digestive system. Following a healthy ketogenic diet can help with weight loss, energy levels and mental vitality, but cutting out carbs can cause a lack of fibre and have negative effects on your gut health. In The 28 Day Keto High Fibre Plan, Dr Thomas Kurscheid offers a plan, with recipes, for following a keto diet and keeping up your fibre intake. The book is split into an initial stricter 14-day lowcarb phase, kick starting ketosis, then a gentler 14-day stabilisation phase, where you continue to lose weight and boost your gut health. Enjoy more than 70 delicious recipes, from breakfast bowls to a creamy chicken curry and crepes, alongside suggested menus and a planning chart for every day. Dr Kurscheid’s 28 Day Plan could not be any healthier or easier.

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Book SynopsisReap the benefits of a healthy belly with this practical 8-week guide to repairing and resetting your gut.

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Book SynopsisA relatable guide to finding, keeping and saying goodbye to friendships, from the twin-flame hosts of the hit podcast Two Broke Chicks.

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Book SynopsisFirmly grounded in the day-to-day reality of being a mother, this revised and updated edition of The Complete Buddhism for Mothers gives personal and honest advice based on Buddhist teachings as applied to the everyday challenges of bringing up children. Become a calmer and happier mother with The Complete Buddhism for Mothers, fully revised and updated for the modern mother. Parenthood can be a time of great inner turmoil for a woman yet parenting books invariably focus on nurturing children rather than the mothers who struggle to raise them. This book is different. These two acclaimed bestselling books - Buddhism for Mothers and Buddhism for Mothers of Young Children - bound together in this edition, explore the joy of being with your children in the all-important present moment. In these books, mothers have found the inspiration to be more patient, loving and attentive towards their children, other family members, other parents, but most of all, themselves. In her clear and engaging way, Sarah Napthali takes us on a journey through the challenges (and the pleasures!) of raising children, using Buddhist teachings and principles to help her answer the eternal questions of mothers everywhere: Who am I now? Where am I going? And how can I do my best by my children and myself? This wisdom also allows space for the deeper reflections about who we are and what makes us happy. Writing from personal experience, and weaving in stories from other mothers throughout her narrative, Sarah shows us how spiritual and mindful parenting can help all mothers to be more open and content. Even if exploring Buddhism at this busy stage of your life is not where you thought you''d be, it''s well worth reading this book. It can make a difference.

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Book Synopsis''Evidence-based, balanced, realistic and practical ...Hope is powerful medicine, and this book offers it in spades.'' Professor Paul Kelly, Chief Medical Officer''People with Long Covid need compassion and science, which is what Steven delivers.'' Dr Norman Swan''There is an enormous need for practical and evidence-based information on the understanding and management of Long Covid. This book fills this gap, in a highly accessible, personalised and well-organised manner.'' Professor Gregory Dore, Infectious Diseases Physician, St Vincent''s HospitalIn a few short years, Long Covid has established itself as one of our most significant health issues, estimated to have affected up to 1 million Australians - and studies suggest that this number is rising. Until now, the lack of understanding and information around this chronic condition has meant that people have largely suffered in silence. Here for the first time

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Book SynopsisThe goal isn't to be sober. The goal is to love yourself so much you don't need to drink.For decades we have been sold the idea that alcohol is our 'reward' at the end of a busy day. We use it to celebrate and commiserate, for self-care and socialising, and to relieve the stress of the daily grind.But alcohol affects our physical and mental wellbeing in ways we don't even realise. It negatively impacts our sleep, anxiety levels, weight and skin, not to mention our mood and mindset. If you can't remember when you last felt energised, optimistic or motivated, you are not alone.Creating a life without alcohol can feel scary. In a culture so captivated with booze, can we really remove it altogether and still be happy? The answer is absolutely YES, and this book shows you how.Packed full of guidance, support and practical tools, Beyond Booze will help you create a life you love so much that you no longer need to drink. It's not so much about how to take alcohol out, but rather what to add in to create a more fulfilling, purposeful and contented life. It's about finding your way back to feeling 10 out of 10, and falling in love with life - and yourself - without booze.Trade Review'This powerful, practical, inspiring and transformative book offers a clear roadmap to not only a life without booze, but a life that is truly fulfilling and joyful.' - Dr Helena Popovic MBBS'If you've ever worried about your relationship with alcohol, then Sarah is your very best friend. Beyond Booze is totally non-judgemental and incredibly helpful, and Sarah is a joy and an inspiration.' - Clare Pooley, author of The Sober Diaries'Sarah Rusbatch combines her lived experience, extensive research and the stories of all the women she's helped to show you how you too can create the life you want without alcohol.' - William Porter, author of Alcohol Explained'For anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol, this book is a must-read. It's empathetic, inspiring and full of practical ideas and tools that might just change your life.' - Zoe Blaskey, founder of Motherkind'By exploring the deeper meanings behind why women drink, Sarah Rusbatch helps women find new ways to cope with the complexities of their lives and offers hope, clarity and a new path forward.' - Dr Wendy Sweet PhD, My Menopause Transformation'With a deeply personal and compassionate approach, Sarah leaves no stone unturned when it comes to breaking through the barriers to cutting down on alcohol. She explores the root causes, asks the tough questions, and provides lasting and life-enriching solutions. I recommend Sarah's book to all my patients who want to change their relationship with alcohol and discover their best selves.' - Dr Helena Popovic MBBS, medical practitioner, leading authority on brain health, and best-selling authorTable of Contents1.Are you a grey area drinker too? (Yes, there is such a thing)2.The uncomfortable truth: Peeling off the booze mask3.The science bits: Cravings 1014.Feeling jumpy? How to soothe stress5.Time and guilt: The two main stumbling blocks to stopping drinking6.Sober love: Navigating our romantic relationships.7.Socialising sober: Yes, you can do it!8.What's your fun plan? What to add in that brings more joy and interest to your life9.Value your life! Creating a life that prioritises what you loveYour happily ever after

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Book SynopsisFully revised and updated bestseller''This book is a must-read for every woman over 40. It''s literally life-changing.''Mia Freedman''You can''t thrive in menopause unless you''ve read this book.''Fiona Clark, founder of the Menopause Research and Education Fund, UKNight sweats, hot flushes, anxiety, insomnia, exhaustion, itchy skin, low libido, painful sex ... Sound familiar? Ninety per cent of women experience these symptoms some time between the ages of 40 and 60, but shhhhhhh ... just suck it up, princess. And nobody mention the M word. Menopause and perimenopause are among our last taboo subjects. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) - once widely prescribed as the magical secret of youth - has been shunned by women and their doctors for two decades. Now Dr Ginni Mansberg, one of Australia''s most trusted health experts, is here to work through the latest evidence and bust

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Book SynopsisDespite decades of activism by feminists and their allies, women and their children continue to be killed by their partners and former partners in shocking numbers, leading the federal government to describe intimate partner violence (IPV) as an epidemic in Canada. Why have we failed to respond effectively to a social problem that affects millions of women and children? After working for more than three decades with survivors, frontline workers, and the systems they turn to for help, lawyer Pamela Cross provides an in-depth look at intimate partner violence in Canada. And Sometimes They Kill You untangles what intimate partner violence is, the barriers to its eradication, and what we could be doing to eliminate those barriers. Told in an engaging and accessible fashion, the book weaves together Cross''s personal experiences and reflections on what she has learned with the heartbreaking stories of victims, survivors, and the alarming but convincing data. Cross offers practical and hopeful ideas for how each of us can engage in the vital work of eradicating intimate partner violence. This a call-to-action for the all-of-society, revolutionary response to gender-based violence needed to build communities that are safe and healthy for everyone.

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Book SynopsisFinding happiness at 80+, from the perspective of an octogenarian.Author Ralph Milton wants readers to know that old age is not a disease circling the world ready to pounce on anyone over eighty. Many?maybe even most?old people say they are happier and more contented than they have ever been. And that?s good news because we are living much, much longer than we used to. In fact, seniors are North America?s fastest growing demographic. To quote the author, ?Society has never had to deal with such a huge bunch of old people.?To address this societal shift, Well Aged offers a candid, useful and entertaining insider?s take on life among the old-old. Not the recently retired who are enjoying Arizona winters and unlimited golf, but those in their last years, usually in the eighty- to one-hundred-year-old bracket. This book is a lively and candid look at what it?s really like to be old, written by someone living the experience, and sprinkled liberally with humour.Topics include: Identity and independence Choosing where to live Personal health needs and priorities Community support, friendships and recreation Spirituality and religion Intimacy, companionship and sexuality Loneliness, depression and frailty Leaving a legacy and end-of-life arrangements When the subject of the elderly does get public attention, as it has during the covid-19 pandemic, the focus is usually on what can go wrong. Well Aged expands this conversation around aging, and it is a must-read for anyone who needs to put out their birthday cake with a fire extinguisher?as well as those who love and care for them.

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Book SynopsisConfidence affects how we deal with stress and how we fulfill our potential to achieve the results we desire. In sports and in life, confidence is the underlying factor determining mental and physical performance, leading to overall success. This book by experienced mental performance specialist Isabelle Hamptonstone contains a collection of powerful techniques and tips to help hockey players overcome lack of confidence. Clear instructions and illustrative case studies show how training the brain to develop and sustain hockey confidence can upgrade results and help players make smarter, quicker decisions under pressure. Hamptonstone shares step-by-step guidelines gleaned from her years of research working with the giants in the game of hockey. Some of the greatest hockey players in the world have used these very same steps to change their game and their lives. Added to this base of personal knowledge, the book references inspiring moments of mental performance by Wayne Gretzky, Doug Lidster, Scott Niedermayer, Shane Doan, Darryl Sydor, Jarome Iginla, and Mark Recchi. This pragmatic and positive book is a game-changing guide and valuable resource for anyone interested in high-performance hockey, as well as a valuable tool for self-development.Trade Review"This book is a powerful tool for developing your self-belief and confidence. It will help many NHL hockey players be better teammates and better players. And it will help you deal with the ups and downs of hockey, and develop a steady state of mind so that you can play more consistently. Along with the drive, commitment and passion?this adds up to hockey confidence." --Mark Recchi, three-time Stanley Cup champion "I believe the mental part of hockey and positive thinking is very important. Isabelle has provided interesting and helpful insights."--Jarome Iginla, NHL, All Star, Canadian World Junior, World Cup and World Championship Team; Calgary Flames, Pittsburgh Penguins, Boston Bruins, Colorado Avalanche "The game of hockey is a tough sport, physically and mentally. Growing up I heard 'The game of hockey is 10% physical and 90% mental.' This book gives you the tools that will help with the 90%."--Darryl Sydor, NHL All Star, Stanley Cup Champion; Los Angeles Kings, Dallas Stars, Columbus Blue Jackets, Tampa Bay Lightning, Pittsburgh Penguins, St. Louis Blues "From playing at the NHL level for three seasons, I've seen first hand that it's the mental toughness and confidence that sets the great players apart from the good players. The tools found in this book will help grow your confidence and equip you to be mentally tough in big game situations." --Riley Nash, NHL, Carolina Hurricanes "Isabelle's book will be so helpful to a young player struggling with all the emotions of being on a team." --Mark Kachowski, NHL, Pittsburgh Penguins "I feel confident that this book can be beneficial to various people who deal with adversity and insecurity, parents and teenagers, coaches and athletes of all levels"--Guy Charron, NHL, Montreal Canadiens, Detroit Red Wings, Washington Capitals, Calgary Flames "Enjoy reading this book and building your own Hockey Confidence!"--Doug Lidster, NHL, Stanley Cup Champion, Canadian Olympic Team

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Book SynopsisIn this engrossing book, a father and son ascend a mountain together, retracing the steps of a boy who went missing there a century earlier—a quest that spawns a tender meditation on nature, family, and the joy of discovery.Six-year-old Hans Torske disappeared in Norway's Skrim mountains in 1894. Why he wandered away from his family's cabin is still a mystery, but his body was found the following summer, lying atop a 2,860-foot mountain peak and covered with his thin jacket. More than 100 years later, nature writer Torbjørn Ekelund and his seven-year-old son, August, attempt the same summit. It's August's first overnight hiking trip, and Ekelund is eager to share his love of nature with his son. But soon he notices that the ways children and adults experience nature are vastly different, for better and for worse.The Boy and the Mountain reflects on what parenthood requires: experiencing the joy of watching your child go out into the world for the first time, while also worrying about the dangers they may face. Filled with curiosity, humility, and deep gratitude for wild places, this gem of a book is a celebration of the uncompromising nature of the elements, our bond with them, and the special relationship between father and son.Trade Review"[A] well told tale to massage our mind and imagination."—Ron Dart, The British Columbia Review“The only writer I can think of who does this sort of Nature Noir storytelling as well as Ekelund does is Annie Dillard... Highly recommended.”—The Vancouver Sun"When Torbjørn Ekelund's son August was 7 years old, the pair went on an expedition. They shouldered their packs and set out to hike Styggemann, the tallest mountain in the Skrim range in Norway, where they live. . . Darkening this father-son adventure is the interwoven story of another boy who hiked that mountain 100 years before, and who disappeared. The story of Hans Torske gives an edge to this slender memoir—but a crucial one."—Minneapolis Star-Tribune"This gorgeous little book reads like a meditation—as sparse and polished as the Norwegian wilderness. Ekelund's tender reflections on his father-son journey offer a stirring reminder of the inescapable and elemental forces that shape all our lives: love, family, and landscape."—Bruce Kirkby, author of Blue Sky Kingdom: An Epic Family Journey to the Heart of the Himalaya"The Boy and The Mountain strikes right to the heart of what it means to be a parent. . . With great sophistication, vulnerability, and honesty, Ekelund weaves together the story of two little mountaineers in the same place over a century apart. The book is a brilliant study in connection: present to past, parent to child, and human to nature."—Angie Abdou, author of This One Wild Life"Torbjørn Ekelund has given us a story of a father and son now, and another boy who lost his way long ago. It explores the ache and wonder of being a parent, and our longing for a deeper relationship with the rest of nature. I was deeply moved."—Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder and Our Wild CallingPraise for In Praise of Paths by Torbjørn Ekelund"What [Ekelund]'s addressing is the intention to walk one's way to meaning: the walk as spiritual exercise, a kind of vision quest in which the answers we arrive at are less important than the impulse to seek them."—New York Times"A charming read, celebrating the relationship between humans and their bodies, their landscapes, and one another."—The Washington Post"This lovely book taps into something primeval in us all."—Star Tribune"[R]ethinking the social, historical, and spiritual needs that are met by putting one foot in front of the other."—Outside Magazine"[Urges] a return to our ambulatory origins…[N]ever low on zeal."—Wall Street Journal

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Book SynopsisA page-turning and powerful medical mystery for readers of Diagnosis by Lisa Sanders and The Beauty in Breaking by Michele HarperMore than 20 million Americans have autoimmune diseases, which occur when the immune system attacks the body. Autoimmune diseases are often misdiagnosed by doctors and overlooked by medical researchers. Almost all affect women more often than men.The Immune Mystery follows doctor and researcher Anita Kåss’s quest to solve the autoimmune puzzle, beginning with the premature death of her mother, who developed rheumatoid arthritis shortly after giving birth to Anita. As a child, Anita vowed to study the illness and one day find a cure.Becoming a respected doctor and researcher, Anita devoted herself to studying auto-immune disorders like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and multiple sclerosis. Why do so many autoimmune diseases start to show symptoms during and after childbirth, perimenopause, and menopause? Could autoimmune diseases be linked to our changing hormones?Despite the groundbreaking nature of her research, Anita had to fight for her ideas against the conventional wisdom and casual sexism of the medical industry—even as she made a discovery that earned her a record-breaking US$95 million pharmaceutical deal.A compelling blend of incredible determination and cutting-edge science, The Immune Mystery changes the way we think about autoimmune diseases. Anita offers solace to patients struggling with questions about their health, and introduces a powerful new voice in medical storytelling.Trade Review“An impressive account of an ambitious medical researcher and her struggles…. Kåss watched her mother suffer from the debilitating effects of rheumatoid arthritis; she died when the author was in her early teens. After performing brilliantly in medical school, Kåss devoted her life to the study of autoimmune diseases, bravely stepping into a male-dominated field that garners far less attention than other areas of research….Good popular science combined with a moving memoir.”—Kirkus Reviews

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Book Synopsis"A father shares the joys of fly-fishing with his daughters... A heartfelt, beautifully written celebration of the wonders of nature and comfort of family" (Kirkus STARRED)Fishing was Mark Hume’s passion since he was a young boy, a lifeline through a childhood marked by his family’s frequent moves. When he became a father, he knew he wanted to pass on his love of water, fishing, and the natural world to his daughters. Most of all, he wanted to give them hope for their future even as they were coming of age during uncertain times.As soon as they were old enough, Mark taught his girls how to read the water and see the patterns in nature. He showed them how to cast, how to catch fish and release them, and—only when needed—how to kill them. He discovered that fly fishing and fatherhood require many of the same skills: patience, flexibility, and the knowledge of when to reel in and when to let go.Illuminating and heartfelt, Reading the Water is a much-needed, positive story about a father raising daughters, and a meditation on finding faith in a deep connection with the natural world.Trade Review“An invigorating look at the power of the outdoors.”—Publishers Weekly STARRED Review “Hume captures the poignancy of having once grasped a natural world teeming with exquisite, if all too vulnerable and fleeting, abundance. A must read for anyone who loves nature and cares about the earth.”—Tara Neilson, author of Raised in Ruins “A father shares the joys of fly-fishing with his daughters. In this eloquent memoir …[Mark] Hume vividly conveys the sensory details of their adventures and the stunning surroundings… A heartfelt, beautifully written celebration of the wonders of nature and comfort of family.”—Kirkus STARRED Review “In the tradition of Roderick Haig-Brown, and with a clear lyricism reminiscent of Wallace Stegner, Hume writes passionately about his intense connection to wild fish and the waters that sustain them. Gorgeously imagined, told with humility and grace, Reading the Water is a meditation on what it means to be a son, a father, a man wading the deep currents of his own mortality.”—Kim Barnes, author of In the Wilderness: Coming of Age in Unknown Country, a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize “Lyrical, thoughtful... Reading the Water urges readers to appreciate the wild places around them and to work to preserve the beauty and diversity of rivers and the animals that inhabit them.”—Shelf Awareness “Rich and thought-provoking... there is much to enjoy in this celebration of family and the wonders of nature.”—Hakai Magazine “An immensely profound look at how fly fishing has been ‘a way of navigating life’—a joyous celebration of how it has mingled with the seasons, the rivers, and the author's close family. I loved Reading the Water.”—Nick Lyons, author of Spring Creek “This is glorious… truly brilliant.”—Roy MacGregor, award-winning journalist and author of A Life in the Bush “Reading this book I found myself feeling more hopeful ... Not just about the environment, but importantly, about men as fathers.”—Sandy Shreve, author of Suddenly So Much and Waiting for the Albatross “I have never gone fishing and probably never will. That matters not one bit when it comes to this memoir; I was hooked. It is a lyrical contemplation of life—beautifully written, smartly observed. It was like I was out there in nature with Mark and his family; I could almost feel the mountain air, the river water, as I drank in every word.”—Marsha Lederman, Western arts correspondent for the Globe and Mail “We need more books like Mark Hume's Reading the Water. Potent, direct, imbued with humility and hope, this lovely story takes the pulse of the river and a man, yes, but most importantly of his unforgettable relationship with his daughters, which keeps his heart beating true.”—Chris Dombrowski, author of Body of Water “[Hume] invites us to wade streams, listen to the birds, cast a wary eye for marauding bears, and learn how to tie lures and practise fly-fishing... I found him among the best of literary companions.”—Literary Review of Canada "You don’t have to be a dad who loves to fish to connect to this meditation on the natural world. Indeed, a river does run through it.”—The Vancouver Sun “Profoundly thoughtful and beautifully written...Reading the Water is about fly-fishing—but it's also about life.”—The Daily Mail"This is nature writing at its finest."—Ken McGoogan, The Globe & Mail

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Book SynopsisA kick-ass book on menopause. Do yourself a favor and pick up this gem. Dr. Jen Gunter, bestselling author of The Vagina Bible and The Menopause ManifestoMenopause and perimenopause are no laughing matter―but that doesn't stop Amanda Thebe from approaching her 50s with a sense of humor. In this hilarious and personal account, the fitness trainer shares how she lost weight, dealt with her depression, improved her sleep, and overhauled her diet to survive-and thrive―during menopause. Now you can, too!Includes a Bonus Strength Training Guide for Women Over 40At a time when menopause has become an urgent topic of public discussion, with the likes of Michelle Obama revealing their struggles for the first time, personal trainer Amanda Thebe shares her journey with bold and big-hearted writing that will be familiar to readers of Glennon Doyle. Readers will come away from the book with:-A better understanding of your own hormones and how they factor in menopause and your overall health;Confidence to speak your truth about your menopause symptoms to your doctor, other health professionals, your family, and friends;-Zero bull-sh*t tips for nutrition, fitness, vagina health, sex, and more.Amanda Thebe was working as a personal trainer and fitness coach when, at age 43, she started experiencing debilitating exhaustion, dizziness, and depression. The busy mother of two boys was used to traveling the world and climbing mountains. Now, she struggled to climb out of bed.After several failed doctors appointments, Thebe saw her gynaecologist, who finally named the source of her struggles: perimenopause, the period of 5-10 years before menopause, when a woman's fluctuating estrogen levels put her at risk of depression, anxiety, headaches, and more ailments related to female hormone health.Empowered by information, Thebe began her journey back to her former self, overhauling her approach to diet, mental health, and exercise. In Menopocalypse, she explains how to deal with migraines, hot flashes, weight gain, exhaustion, poor sleep, vaginal dryness, and mood swings-offering tips that have worked for her and others.She shares information about hormone therapy. She even shares her own strength-training routine, complete with a suggested workout schedule, easy-to-follow instructions, and pictures of herself doing the exercises, so you can feel empowered, fit, and ready to tackle the day.Menopause isn't fun, sexy, or cool, and a woman might spend one-third of her life in it-but that doesn't mean women should suffer in silence without support. Let the outspoken and honest Amanda Thebe be your guide to surviving-and thriving-during menopocalypse.Trade Review“Amanda Thebe does a marvelous job of evidence-based storytelling and self-help counseling, in words and pictures, with humor and confidence. I am so excited that women of all ages will now have Menopocalypse to guide them through their lifetime journeys within their bodies!”—Susan M. Kleiner, PhD, RD, author of The New Power Eating“Amanda Thebe is the guide every woman deserves to have at her side as she moves into the mysterious post-reproductive years. Menopocalypse equips us with the strategies our doctors and friends might not share—important pieces of information that reassure us we can survive, we will survive, and we might even find our post-menopocalyptic selves stronger and more capable than ever before.”—Georgie Fear, RD, CSSD, author of Give Yourself MORE“A must-have for any woman over 40. Amanda Thebe breaks down menopause in an easy-to-understand way, and delivers science-based diet and lifestyle recommendations with levity and clarity. I’m buying a copy for all of my friends.”—Abby Langer, RD, author of Good Food, Bad Diet“Perimenopause and menopause can be very difficult times for women, both physically and emotionally. This book will help to empower women with information and advice so they can enjoy positive and healthy lives beyond their menopause.”—Dr. Louise Newson, GP and menopause specialist, developer of My Menopause Doctor“Amanda’s tell-all book Menopocalypse spares nothing of her personal experience going through menopause and serves as an inspiration to women all over the world. Opening up about menopause and discussing how options are available to women is not only encouraging, but ultimately life changing. Her raw, unfiltered approach makes you feel like you are talking with your best girlfriend over your favorite beverage. Thanks, Amanda, for dedicating so much to educating other women through your experience.”—Dr. Heather Hirsch, associate professor and clinical program director of the Menopause and Midlife Clinic at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and faculty at Harvard Medical School.

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Book SynopsisReaders of Susan Cain's Quiet and Daniel Pink's When will appreciate this passionate investigation into creativity and the human brain—from the perspective of an author investigating her own brain after a concussion.Author and journalist Hilde Østby was cycling to work one day when she crashed head-first into a stone bridge. At the hospital, she was diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury and prescribed rest and relaxation. But her brain was anything but restful: ideas for new writing projects popped into her head at a frenzied pace. Never before had she had so many 'aha' moments. But at the same time, simple tasks like walking through an airport felt impossible. Had the concussion made her—like the stereotype of the tortured artist—more creative but less able to function in society? Or was there something else at play? What makes a person creative, anyway?In The Key to Creativity, Østby takes readers on a deep-dive into why we are creative and what conditions must be present in order for us to make our best work: whether that be a painting, a piece of writing, or simply a good email. Using characters from Alice in Wonderlandfor inspiration, Østby investigates why we have ideas that seemingly come out of nowhere, like the Cheshire Cat, and how we can quiet our inner critic, like the rule-obsessed Queen of Hearts. Along the way, she speaks with artists of all stripes and interviews psychiatrists and neurologists who specialize in understanding what happens in the brain when we are at our most creative. She discovers that having a tortured and lonely existence isn't necessarily conducive to producing great art—and that being able to complete a task, on time, and according to your and others' expectations, is as important as being able to think outside the box.Østby soon learns that she needs to make changes in her own life to recover from her brain injury and to give structure and life to her ideas. This engaging and groundbreaking book debunks the myth that you need to be a genius in order to be an artist or inventor. All you need is an idea and the tools to make your creative dream come true.Trade Review"Delving into exciting stories of inventors and historical figures, and interviews with prolific artists, novelists, musicians and journalists from around the world, Ostby makes brain science accessible. . . Along the way you're left with a better understanding of what makes a good idea, and the importance of doing nothing, being bored, alone and brave."—The Globe and Mail"Østby's thoroughly researched offering is a joy to read. . . Curiosity seekers will be enlightened."—Publishers Weekly

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Book Synopsis“Farley and Claire is a love story, a biography, a Tale of Two Farleys, or perhaps three: the public one, the private one, and the secret one.”—Margaret AtwoodThe tumultuous, enduring love story between iconic writer Farley Mowat and his wife Claire, including excerpts from their passionate letters, published here for the first time.When Farley Mowat met Claire Wheeler in August 1960, the attraction was immediate, and within days they were lovers, despite the fact that Farley was already married. Their affair—partly aided and abetted by publisher Jack McClelland—included an extended correspondence until several years later, when Farley finally obtained a Mexican divorce and the two were married in Texas. They were together until Farley’s death 54 years later.Claire, a brilliant diarist, has given author Michael Harris complete access to her journals and letters, as well as Farley’s letters, and Harris has conducted extensive interviews with her and original research. The result is a literary love story for the ages, complete with photos of the couple who defied conventions of their time to be together.Published in partnership with the David Suzuki Institute.Trade Review"[R]ecounts the passionate love affair between Farley Mowat, a Canadian naturalist and popular environmental author, and Claire Wheeler, his second wife... A revealing look inside a literary love affair."—Publishers Weekly"Great love stories involve intense passion and a monumental impediment to its fulfilment. Farley and Claire is one such tumultuous, whirlpool of a love story that makes us long to be lovestruck again, and beloved."—Susan Musgrave, author of Exculpatory Lilies"Farley and Claire is a gripping and surprisingly suspenseful story of two writers in love that takes us on a ribald, rollicking journey full of books, boats, voyages, friendships, and feuds."—Stephen Mayer, journalist and author of Salvage"Michael Harris, ace investigative journalist, uses his skills to lay bare secrets of the human heart, and he triumphs. He’s got the documents—fiery, frank, lusty letters between emerging icon Farley Mowat and the young Claire Wheeler—as their creative souls merge and clash."—David Beers, Founding Editor, The Tyee"Michael Harris's beautifully written and richly detailed Farley and Claire: A Love Story is both laugh-out-loud entertaining and heartbreaking. Told with so much colour, grace, and style, this great love story between Canadian author Farley Mowat and Claire Wheeler is a page-turner and a beautiful book."—Kate Malloy, Editor, The Hill Times"Delving through 54 years of love letters between the irascible Farley Mowat and the lovely Claire Wheeler, Harris traces the arc of a Canadian marriage like no other, yet somehow like every other marriage: a country of dark forests, graceful clearings, and deep waters that sustain our thirst for love. Readers will find this stark romance between two very different soul-friends the right sort of tonic for these hateful times."—Andrew Nikiforuk, author of Empire of the Beetle and The Energy of Slaves"Farley Mowat was Canada's greatest iconoclastic environmental icon—fearless, uncompromising, and mischievous. Michael Harris reveals another Farley—angst-ridden and focused on Claire, the love of his life, enmeshed in the strictures and values of a time now gone. I wept, laughed, and commiserated as I followed this amazing love story with a happy ending."—David Suzuki"Farley and Claire is a love story as intimate and enduring as the love it portrays."—Wayne Grady, author of Pandexicon and The Good Father"I proudly published the remarkable Farley, and knew Claire for many years, but now find that their greatest work—about their love—was hidden and is now revealed here so unforgettably by Michael Harris."—Douglas Gibson, former President and Publisher of McClelland & Stewart and author of Across Canada by Story

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Book SynopsisChild trauma and violence is not an issue that is constrained to one nationality or one ethnicity. A staggering number of children around the world are subjected to violence and abuse, both domestic and political. The current volume examines the issue of developmental trauma from a variety of viewpoints, including sociological, epidemiological, genetic, and psychiatric. The chapters contained within are broken into the following sections: Child neglect and violence from an international perspective The effects of war and armed conflict on children’s health and development The impact of childhood trauma on mental and physical health into adulthood Case studies of interventions that provide possibilities for treatment in a variety of different contexts Written by a researcher from Harvard Medical School and Children’s Hospital (Boston), this book provides an important resource for understanding violence as an almost ubiquitous presence in children’s lives around the world, as well as offering directions for treatment and interventions. This book is an important resource for researchers, counselors, psychologists, child advocates, and anyone who seeks to understand how adversity in childhood affects a person’s entire life.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Part I: An International Problem. Part II: Children and War. Part III: The Developmental Impact on Mental & Physical Health. Part IV: Hope for the Future. Index.

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Book SynopsisThis volume explores the intersections of welfare, gender and mothering work in the context this political reality. It explores austerity and the policies of neoliberal governments that work to deprive some mothers of their welfare. This volume also explores how motherhood is socially constructed in various social locations and places around the world. Last, it examines different ways of thinking about mothering and what changes to laws and policies are required to assist all who are mothering and provide better support to their families.

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Book SynopsisToday, more and more grandmothers around the world are taking on varied responsibilities and many roles, sometimes concurrently. Consequently, grandmothers continue to play, as in the past, an influential role not only in the lives of their grandchildren, but also in our communities and in society more broadly. Grandmothers and Grandmothering: Creative and Critical Contemplations in Honour of our Women Elders, as the title suggests, seeks to pay homage to our grandmothers and their contributions to society. As well, it aims to explore the textured and complex phenomena of grandmothering from a range of disciplines and cultural perspectives. Our hope is that this collection challenges preconceived notions of what it means to be a grandmother and provides insight into the multifaceted nature of grandmothering.Trade ReviewGrandmothers and Grandmothering is an important collection that will help all readers honor the legacy of their grandmothers and foremothers. The stories, art, poems, and analysis herein complicate and expand our cultural expectations of grandmothers, while creating nuanced portraits of women who were much more than their grandmotherly role. This is an excellent book for anyone interested in revisiting treasured (or painful) pasts, as well as those looking toward a rich future as an elder. - Nicole L. Willey, PhD, Professor of English, Kent State University Tuscarawas // Grandmothers & Grandmothering: Weaving Creative and Scholarly Perspectives In Honour of Our Women Elders is a timely and vast look at the subject. This take on the topic t offers new research, and considerations, on the importance of grandmothers. The result is both highly instructive, and optimistic about the possibilities of this identity, and the many roles it fills. The book challenges our notions of traditional grandmothers/mothering and, in doing so, spurs the subject to new research and conversational opportunities. Requiring a modern rewrite, this book reshapes the folklore around elder knowledge production and indeed, weaves, creativity and scholarship in important ways, resulting in an important reengagement with and identity category prone to dismissal. - Jessica Jennrich Ph.D., Director of the Center for Women and Gender Equity, Grand Valley State UniversityTable of ContentsDedication Acknowledgements Foreword Gina Valle Introduction & Postscript Kathy Mantas Chapter 1 The Paradoxes of Grandmothering: An Autobiographical Experience of Two Lesbian Grandmothers in South Africa Fikile Vilakazi & Janette Zodwa Magubane Chapter 2 North of the Diamond Elizabeth Johnston Ambrose Chapter 3 Saying I Love You: Khmer-American Style Bunkong Tuon Chapter 4 My Esther: Darkness and the Shine Joanne M. Clarkson Chapter 5 The Stories of Carolyn King of Parry Island Jennifer King Chapter 6 Malleable Matter Maja A. Ngom Chapter 7 Gail Peters Little: Relationship of Love and Abandonment Marion G. Dumont Chapter 8 Grandmothering in the Context of Criminal Justice: Grandmothers in Prison and Grandmothers as Caregivers When a Parent is Imprisoned Lucy Baldwin Chapter 9 A Series of Four Poems, Variations on a Theme: The Mother of a New Mother, at Birth of a Child Janet e. Smith Chapter 10 Grandmothers Near and Far Michele Hoffnung and Emily Stier Adler Chapter 11 Walk Beside Me Debbie Lee Chapter 12 Have Moon Fairies Flown Away?: Evolving Role of Grandmothers in Pakistan Anwar Shaheen & Abeerah Ali Chapter 13 A Patchwork Life Gladys Loewen, Sharon Loewen Shepherd and William Loewen Chapter 14 Not a Fairy Grandmother Lorinda Peterson Chapter 15 When Wisdom Speaks Sparks Fly: Raging Grannies Perform Humor as Protest Carole Roy Chapter 16 Nokmisag: Bemnigying Moktthewenkwe Barbara Wall Contributor Notes

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Book SynopsisWhen Women Rise is a timely, transformative, and inspiring guide for women who want to bring more joy, power, and peace into their lives. It invites every woman to nurture her inner wisdom and strength, transcend the prevailing fears of our time, and rise into her highest wellbeing. Dr. Michele Kambolis integrates the science of mind-body medicine and more than 20 years’ experience working with women in clinical therapy to provide daily practices that will help women overcome the barriers that hinder their freedom and compromise their very essence. The result is a fresh and empowering guide for women to discover, together in spirit, a more awakened way of living and being.Trade Review“Simply transformative. This book lights a path for self-discovery, peace, and self-compassion.” –Dr. Shefali, New York Times bestselling author, A Radical Awakening "This empowering book is full of wisdom, inspiration, and practices that undo the limiting conditioning of a lifetime. By dedicating ourselves to loving the life that is right here, we discover the heart-space that is our true home."—Tara Brach, author, Radical Acceptance and Radical Compassion “It's hard not to wonder what the world might look like if women could shake off centuries of oppression and bring the fullness of their talents to the table. This is the soul of Michele's work, which brings the tactical and spiritual together to address one of the most essential questions in our lives, the one that she leads sessions with: "What am I noticing?" This book is an invitation for us all to listen to our body's intelligence and to go inside to meet our deepest needs. Michele provides the tools and framework so that we may all bring our gifts to bear.”—Elise Loehnen, New York Times bestselling author “Wise, compassionate and inclusive, this book has the rare capacity to change women’s lives by leading them back to their inner wisdom.”—Erin Treloar, founder, Raw Beauty Co. “When Women Rise is the resource and nourishment our nervous systems and communities are asking for. It’s an indispensable field guide for healing and navigating our ways back home.”— Kate Horsman, Mindfulness Practitioner and Counselor “Michele provides excellent, scientifically sound techniques to gently facilitate optimal growth.” —Mayim Bialik PhD, actress and author of Beyond the Sling and Girling Up “In our increasingly stressful and disconnected world, Dr. Kambolis provides practical, compassionate, and inspiring tools to help all woman come together as individuals and as a community.” —Dr. Shimi Kang, psychiatrist, author of The Tech Solution and The Dolphin Parent “The essence of Michele’s work is hopeful, innovative, and comprehensive. She provides realistic and creative strategies to support the development of coping skills, confidence, and resilience.” —E. Jane Garland M.D., FRCPC, Clinical Professor Emerita, University of British Columbia

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Book SynopsisA celebration of ethical dining, conscious sourcing, and sustainable preparation, Perch inspires readers to cook with intention, support local producers, and embrace a deep connection to community.Fine dining is meant to be an elevated culinary experience that emphasizes high-quality ingredients, expert preparation, and artful presentation. Yet it can also serve as a powerful catalyst for change, supporting local artisans and driving social impact. Chef Justin Champagne-Lagarde, owner of the acclaimed restaurant Perch in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, is doing just that.His first cookbook is a stunning tribute to ethical dining and sustainable practices highlighting the seasonal bounty Canada has to offer. Embracing the deep connection between food and community, Perch goes beyond the plate to introduce readers to the farmers, fishers, and producers who contribute to Champagne-Lagarde’s exquisite and flavourful dishes. From Rabbit with Balsam Fir Sauce, Rose-Cured Spot Prawns, and Pulled Shank Chawanmushi, Perch shares with readers 50 delicious, low-waste recipes, while also sharing best practices for running a sustainable kitchen—such as transforming espresso grounds into hand soap.With stunning location photography and images of each prepared dish presented in a thoughtfully paced and elegantly designed package, Perch is an invitation to the next generation of fine-dining chefs and home cooks alike to explore a new approach to cooking— one that celebrates thoughtful, ethical dining, and encourages a deeper connection to the food we eat.

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Book SynopsisDomestic homicide involves violence at the most intimate level – the partner or family relationship. The most common strategy for addressing this kind of transgression relies on policing and prisons. But through examining commonly accepted typologies of intimate partner violence, Ardath Whynacht shows that policing can be understood as part of the same root problem as the violence it seeks to mend. This book illustrates that the origins of both the carceral state and toxic masculinity are situated in settler colonialism and racial capitalism. Describing an experience of domestic homicide in her community and providing a deeply personal analysis of some of the most recent cases of homicide in Canada, the author inhabits the complexity of seeking abolitionist justice. Insurgent Love traces the major risk factors for domestic homicide within the structures of racial capitalism and suggests transformative, anti-capitalist, anti-racist, feminist approaches for safety, prevention and justice.

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Book SynopsisYou are creating your family. You may not know how (or with whom) quite yet, but you are on your way. Conceivable: A Guide to Making 2SLGBTQ+ Familymoves beyond the birds and the bees to consider the politics, challenges, choices and opportunities for agency and joy involved in 2SLGBTQ+ fertility, conception and family building in Canada.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides an in-depth examination of health and health care inequities, delving into the interplay between power dynamics, policy advocacy, evidence-based research, and political economy. It uniquely integrates document and interview data to critically analyze how inequalities related to class, race, ethnicity, and gender contribute to health inequities. By exploring the roles of various social systems economic, political, cultural, and institutional the book exposes the complex mechanisms perpetuating these disparities. What sets this work apart is its explicit argument that capitalism, integrally imbricated with neocolonialism, racism, and sexism, is the fundamental driver of health and health care inequities. It challenges prevailing narratives and a distinct perspective by advocating for socialist-oriented solutions. The book presents complex concepts in an understandable manner, making the issues of health inequities and social justice approachable for non-specialists. It is essential reading for those seeking real answers and new directions in dealing with health inequities.

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Book SynopsisGet the best-not just the most-out of your teams. Our modern workforce is suffering. For too long, organizations and leaders have sought success through a focus on efficiency and productivity, and it's costing us dearly. Workplace bullying and abuse has reached epidemic levels-along with high rates of burnout, staff turnover, and mental illness. Clearly, something needs to change. In Humanity Works Better, leadership experts Debbie Cohen and Kate Roeske-Zummer chart a new path forward: one that brings humanity, awareness, choice, and courage to the workplace. The result? A happier work environment that draws the best-rather than squeezes the most-out of people. Through the same tools and practices they've used to transform teams at organizations like Adobe, DocuSign, Saba, Pinterest, the authors guide you through a framework that converts company culture from toxic to healthy, from competitive to collaborative, from fearful to trusting, one human at a time. You'll address your own internal roadblocks to become a better person, and a better leader. And you'll master the skills and complexities to navigate the complex relationships that make us human. As you undertake this personal journey, you'll become aware of who you want to be and how to live the whole of your life, inside and outside the workplace. You'll emerge more confident, more effective, and more human, with the skills to lead a purpose-driven workforce that is energized, engaged, and driven to succeed. That's not just good leadership; it's good business.

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Book SynopsisAn All Black's memoir of rugby, dementia, and the hidden cost of success 'The best sports book I have read in decades' - Kevin Norquay, Stuff'Startlingly honest' - Phil Gifford'A brilliant read. Bold, brave and honest' - Mike Hosking, Newstalk ZBCarl Hayman, All Black #1000, once the most highly prized player in world rugby and a giant of the game in every sense - someone who was always respected, even feared. But at the end of seventeen years as a professional rugby player, the last eight played with the sole aim of setting up his family's future, Hayman's life began to unravel in nightmarish fashion.Head On is about the pressures on the modern athlete, where physical performance and commerce collide, and players become victims of their own success.Exploited then left out in the cold, Hayman is now left counting the hidden cost of the achievements that would have exceeded any young rugby player's dreams. He now fears both the known and the unknown with equal trepidation. as he looks for answers to dementia and a degenerative brain condition called CTE. In Head On, Hayman relives a remarkable rugby career, with revelations about the shock All Blacks loss to France in the 2007 Rugby World Cup, the decisions to leave New Zealand and play for the Newcastle Falcons in England, in doing so becoming one of the best-paid players on the planet, and how being put on the fast track to the All Blacks as a youngster combined with the Southern Man rugby ethos in Dunedin caused him to develop a dangerous relationship with alcohol.This book is about how we can better understand the unintended consequences of the decisions we make, and how we can better serve the next generation.

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