Health & Wellbeing Books

Book Synopsis'We need to talk more about complications and THE UNEXPECTED gives us a place to start' - THE TIMES'Firebrand Oster demystifies common pregnancy complications and examines the uncomfortable parts that no one wants to talk about' GUARDIANNavigate the unexpected in pregnancy with the New York Times bestselling author of CRIBSHEET and EXPECTING BETTERHalf of us might experience complications during pregnancy. Conditions such as pre-term birth, pre-eclampsia, miscarriage and postpartum depression can be isolating. What's the best approach to take when you're faced with uncertainty? In the years since she launched her data-driven approach to parenting, Emily Oster kept hearing questions from readers about dealing with pregnancy after complications. Offering parents the clarity they need, Oster provides practical advice and insight alongside foetal medicine specialist Dr Nathan Fox, as well as with data on recurrence and treatments shown to lower risk. Laying out the road map for a better b

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Book SynopsisCHOSEN BY WOMAN&HOME AS ONE OF THEIR 30 BEST SELF-CARE BOOKS FOR 2022'You are an infinite being with infinite potential. All you need to do is open yourself to a new consciousness, a true vision of who you really are and awaken to the power within'From leading health and performance coach, Gerry Hussey, comes a powerful guide to transforming your mind, body and soul.In Awaken Your Power Within, Gerry tells an open, honest and mind-blowing story of self-discovery that takes us inside the heart and mind of a young boy who dared to ask deeper questions about the mind and soul. Bringing together insights from psychology, neuroscience, gut health, quantum physics, mindfulness and philosophy, the book shows you how to break free from limiting and self-destructive habits and reclaim your inner world, so that you can live as your truest and most powerful self.From letting go of the fear of not being enough to opening up a deeper level of consciousness, Awaken Your Power Within is a life-changing introduction to the limitless possibilities of which you are capable.

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Book Synopsis''Mandy and Kate have done it again. I love how this book is based around seasons which fits so well with womanhood. But it''s also filled with really practical tools and tips that will help sober women as they take this journey ... Dive in, you won''t be disappointed'' Veronica Valli, sober coach and author of SoberfulThis book is for any woman that is sober or sober curious. It is here to support you on your journey to alcohol-free living.The seasons are there for us all to use; the patterns and cycles offer a reference point that can help us as we navigate our sobriety. By tuning into nature''s ebb and flow, we can use its power to explore and support our sober lives in a long-term and sustainable way.Sober coaches Kate Baily and Mandy Manners offer positive and empowering ways to harness this power, exploring how old wisdoms, new science and the female experience can help guide you.Packed with tasks to shift your mindset, questions for reflection, nervous system regulation techniques, as well as gratitude and intention setting exercises, this book is designed to be a constant companion nurturing you in your choice to be alcohol-free.

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Book SynopsisRebel Heart Tarot is a vibrant and revealing mirror into your life. These powerful cards dare you to honour your spiritual path by choosing to explore the magnificence of your personal unknown.The 78 cards in this deck are a gateway to unveiling the magic that exists all around and within you every single day. They are here to help you navigate the twists and turns of life from a place of self-discovery and from within the grit and messiness of our lives.For beginners and experienced seekers alike, the contemporary artworks use cleverly assembled collages, colour and imagery, weaving an evocative multi-layered story of discovery on every card.Rebel Heart Tarot invites you to feel your way into your rebel heart and return once again to your own place of knowing and personal power.

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Book Synopsis'Sensitively and seriously exploring mental health stereotypes' StylistThis is NOT a book of rules or statistics. It will NOT tell you what you can and can't say to someone with a mental health problem – or to anyone for that matter. It WILL increase your understanding and empower you to stop stigma in its tracks.Take a deep-dive into some of the most harmful mental health stereotypes with mental health advocate and author Lucy Nichol. Lucy exposes 10 of the most harmful mental health stereotypes and explores the impact of social media, the power of the press and how mental health is represented in popular culture. With the help of experts and the voices of those affected by these harmful perspectives, Lucy makes a case for how we can dismantle stigma once and for all.Foreword by Sue Baker OBE. Contributors include: Natasha Devon MBE, Jonny Benjamin MBE, Hope Virgo, Cara Lisette and Dr Craig Malkin.Trade Review'Sensitively and seriously exploring mental health stereotypes' * Stylist *'Exploring the role of pop culture, the press and social media, [Lucy Nichol] breaks down stereotypes and champions the bravery of people who speak about their emotions' * Woman's Own *'A much-needed, no-nonsense guide to tackling mental health stigma' -- Denise Welch'Punchy and kind – a great mix. Like a steely snowflake' -- Andrea McLean'Educational, funny, eye-opening and very readable. It should be read by everyone' * Narc Magazine *'A breezy book that nevertheless travels through turbulent waters. Incisive and funny and very useful for anyone who has found themselves caught up in the hyperbole of the culture wars' -- Robin Ince

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Book SynopsisAMAZON #1 BESTSELLERWhat if you could learn how to heal your injuries, pain, or illness using only the power of your mind?"This is essential reading for both those receiving care as well as those who provide it."-David Perlmutter, M.D., neurologist and New York Times best-selling author"I highly recommend this book. It is empowering and has the ability to transform the way the world sees health and healing."-Jack Canfield, co-author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul® series and The Success Principles™A captivating must-read, this book unveils the astounding hidden power of the human mind. If you are working on self-healing, or if you have been struggling for years with your own recovery, then you will not want to miss this book.After an unexpected event, Brandy Gillmore found herself disabled and desperately searching for answers to heal. She tried every healing approach she could find, including special diets, supplements, meditation, and everything in between, but to no avail. It wasn't until Brandy delved deeper into the workings of the mind that she discovered obscure research that helped her unlock the mystery of the body's innate healing ability, resulting in her full recovery and a profound transformation in her life.Since uncovering these remarkable findings, Brandy has gained recognition for helping others heal themselves, even from extreme illness. She has also demonstrated how to alleviate chronic pain within minutes and documented these results using medical thermal imaging equipment.In this groundbreaking book, you will...· Gain a revolutionary understanding of the body's ability to heal itself· Learn the key factors to activate healing (the 5 Factors for GIFT Mind-Body Healing™)· Implement a step-by-step process with powerful tools and techniques that can help you heal and free yourself from mental, emotional, and physical painBrandy's journey from having a debilitating incurable condition to complete recovery is more than inspirational; it can be seen as a blueprint for anyone facing seemingly insurmountable health challenges. Throughout history, for thousands of years, spiritual teachings have documented the mind's remarkable ability to heal. Furthermore, there is medically documented proof that our minds can impact our health in a variety of different ways, such as research on stress or the placebo. This book takes these well-known concepts to an entirely new level to help you understand how to tap into your body's own innate ability to heal itself.Written from a deep sense of mission and love, Master Your Mind to Heal Your Body has the ability to change your world by showing you how to harness the greatest gift you have - the power of your mind - to heal your body and improve the quality of your life.Get started today and learn how you can be your own cure!

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Book SynopsisWhen we feel broken we look to be fixed, we consume books, have therapy, diet, whatever it takes! BUT true self development is not about being 'fixed' it's about accepting the parts of yourself and then enhancing who we already are.Focusing on evidence-based approaches, Ruth will teach you how to not just read about, but truly integrate personal development work. She'll take you through 4 key questions that encourage both self-reflection and include action-oriented tasks that will help you create sustainable results.1. What do you want? 2. Where are you now? 3. How do you get to where you want to be? 4. How do you stay there?Ruth started our her personal development journey when studying Psychology as she wanted to know what the f**k was wrong with her: she felt that she was different and wanted to see if there was a scientific reason.Using tools she has developed to help train thousands of coaches, Ruth will help you to create a strong self-coaching mindset, helping you to rewire your brain, so that you can adopt new ways of thinking, feeling and behaving. She draws from a variety of disciplines including neuroscience, positive psychology, somatic and energy work to provide a truly unique self-coaching programme that is totally results focused.

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Book SynopsisBig, Bold, Beautiful is the ultimate empowerment guide that takes you on a journey of discovery to connect to your authentic self, get your sparkle back and create a life where you can thrive – not just survive.Life design and empowerment coach Kate Taylor uses a unique mix of psychological tools and spiritual practices to form her Practical Magic coaching method. She blends straight-talking strategy with a dash of spiritual sauce to create an alchemy of measured action combined with a connection to something greater than us – where the true magic happens.Divided into seven steps, Kate brings you easy-to-implement practical tools sprinkled with a dash of woo, so that you can create the vibrant, powerful change you've been yearning for. Join Kate as she shows you how to embrace a melting pot of modalities. Try using SMART targets alongside pendulums to set goals; address your inner critic by challenging negative thought patterns and performing an elements release ritual on a Full Moon; or seek self-empowerment through rewiring limiting beliefs using NLP and tapping into the power of crystals.Table of ContentsThe Big Bold Beautiful seven steps: • Create the vision • Find your focus • Bust beyond resistance • Dial up your energy • Create a self empowerment toolkit • Master your self care • Harness the power of the celebration.

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Book SynopsisWhether we forage in wild places, wander by riversides or sit quietly beneath a tree, our longing to be with nature is also a longing to be with ourselves. Nature allows us to slow down and replenish.The cards offer a simple way to bring the outside into your everyday, no matter where you are. The breathtaking photographic images invite you to contemplate your connection with the natural world while the mantras will inspire, uplift and comfort you.Arranged by seasonal themes – Flow for Spring, Inspiration for Summer, Appreciation for Autumn and Belonging for Winter – the cards offer guidance to help you feel grounded, find peace, seed ideas and practise gratitude.The accompanying guidebook expands on ways to work with the cards for personal reflection, providing simple exercises to boost your wellbeing. May these oracle cards support you to trust your intuition, and experience the unique healing power of the Earth – wherever you walk.Table of Contents• 48 cards • 64-page guidebook

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Book SynopsisThe Queen of Thrift.' The Sun 'Super Saver Mum shares simple tips.' Daily MailFull of hacks and hustles to navigate those sudden changes in fortune that none of us could have predicted. This is a no-nonsense guide on how to change your habits to weather the storm, written by TikTok's queen of budgeting, Heidi Ondrak, aka The Duchess of Thrift.Life rarely follows a linear path, sh*t happens that you could have controlled better, and then stuff happens that you have absolutely no control over whatsoever, like the current cost-of-living crisis. Full of practical hacks to adapt to life's financial ups and downs and guaranteed to help you save every month, Heidi will show you how to nurture resilience alongside some of those cheeky life hacks that no one teaches in schools. Think of it as a modern-day take on Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management, with extra sass.Hacks range from the well-versed and practical to the downright outrageous – pick and choose, do what suits you. Heidi will help you build a toolkit to get you through the crisis and feel prepared and in control for more energy increases, interest rate rises and eye-watering inflation, while doing it with a fighting spirit and sunny demeanor. You'll learn how to change your mindset, get the family on board, carry out budget health checks, shop smarter, look a million dollars for pennies, have great days out, enjoy Xmas and be able to get around... All on a shoestring!

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Book SynopsisMike Chadwick – secret coach to the elite – reveals his revolutionary approach to success.Do you have a challenge that demands physical or mental strength? Are you struggling to sustain the commitment needed to achieve your goals? Do you know what it takes for you, personally, to succeed at the highest level? Coach Mike – a trainer of champions, a leader of leaders, the coach with the ear of the elite – is ready to help.In The Red On Revolution, ex-paratrooper Coach Mike exposes countless fitness-industry myths and coaches you, personally, to succeed. Join Mike and a powerful line-up of guests – including Ant Middleton (SBS, explorer, entrepreneur), Simon Jeffries (mental resilience coach, Special Forces), the Stoltman Brothers (World’s Strongest Man), Charlotte Spence (Crossfit champion and Army’s Strongest Woman), Scott Meenagh (Paralympian and ex-paratrooper) and Tom Aspinall (UFC heavyweight) – on a quest for a better you.Only one question remains: are you in?

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Book SynopsisA different and exciting form of self-care in the form of practical mind to body self-regulation. In the challenging times of the 21st century, looking after oneself and navigating the bumps in the road has become more difficult than ever. However, this fascinating book, written by two psychotherapists with many years of experience, provides a simple and reliable means of restoring the balance which is vital for the robust body mind system we need if we are to be able to bounce back from adverse experiences. It is this balance (homeostasis) that provides us with the highway to wellbeing and it is our body mind system’s innate capacity to self regulate which is at the core of this book. Using six key Autogenic Training exercises, the authors provide readers with the skillset to self regulate at any time or any place. These exercises can activate the parasympathetic nervous system and involve body scans, breathing and other bodily awareness exercises.Trade Review"The guidance from this book, through the practice of autogenics, has immeasurably enhanced both my personal and professional life. Autogenics should be a standard part, not only of every mental health professional's therapeutic toolkit, but recognised as a necessary resource for us as ‘humans’ to manage the inevitability of this often unsafe and uncertain world in which we live. Achieving Equilibrium is an eloquent, accessible, engaging manual that can be used across cultural, professional and personal domains, to maintain our homeostasis." * Marianne Le Coyte Grinney, specialist family and systemic psychotherapist and clinical lead *“This volume will enable many to become aware of Autogenic Therapy. It will be a pleasure to share copies with colleagues and friends.” Judith Wren, former chairperson of the British Autogenic Society “This is a very welcome book.The authors have given us a clear and comprehensive pathway using Autogenic Training exercises to help us heal our bodies and mind. I will be recommending this book to my clients as a tool to support their wellbeing.” Maureen Treanor, psychotherapist, supervisor and mindfulness teacherTable of ContentsCONTENTS ABOUT THE AUTHORS FOREWORD PREFACE INTRODUCTION GLOSSARY OF TERMS PART 1 THE SIX AT STANDARD EXERCISES Essential preparation for autogenic training WEEK 1 First Standard Exercise—Heaviness Week 1—days 1, 2, and 3 Week 1—days 4, 5, 6, and 7 WEEK 2 First Standard Exercise (Part 2) Heaviness + Neck and Shoulders Week 2—Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 WEEK 3 Second Standard Exercise—Warmth Week 3—Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7: warmth in arms and legs WEEK 4 Third Standard Exercise—Cardiac Regulation Week 4—Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 WEEK 5 Fourth Standard Exercise—Respiration Week 5—Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 WEEK 6 Fifth Standard Exercise—Abdominal Warmth Week 6—Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 WEEK 7 Sixth Standard Exercise—Cooling of the Forehead Week 7—Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 WEEK 8 The complete sequence of six AT standard exercises Week 8—Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 PART 2 BACKGROUND INFORMATION Why now? What for? Who for? What is AT? How does AT work? Brainwave states When to use AT? When not to use AT (contraindications) PART 3 THE HISTORY OF AUTOGENICS People, places, dates, and ideas relevant to the development of Autogenics internationally PART 4 CASE STUDIES Medical matters When is AT treatment recommended by the medical profession Medical questionnaire uses Case studies pain management, high blood pressure, dermatological problems, anxiety CONCLUSION HOW TO LEARN MORE ABOUT AT AND ACCESS QUALIFIED AT PRACTITIONERS REFERENCES FURTHER READING INDEX

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Book SynopsisHow to use your diet to heal your body Countless studies have shown that food plays a major role in promoting health and preventing and treating disease. Kirsten Hartvig draws on her deep knowledge - and her many years of hands-on experience as a natural health practitioner and researcher - to give you a unique guide to healthy eating and to the use of food as medicine. You will learn how foods stimulate the body’s natural self-healing ability, and you will gain understanding of the role of specific nutrients in treating everyday ailments, aches and pains. Food As Medicine will also show you how to protect yourself against more serious health problems with practical diet and recipe advice. As a unique daily health reference, Food As Medicine also takes a fresh look at the nutritional value of the foods we eat. It will give you a better understanding of the quality of the calories obtained from the proteins, fats, and carbohydrates in all sorts of foods, and it also looks in detail at the vital role played by vitamins, minerals and trace elements in maintaining health and treating disease.Trade Review‘This book encapsulates what we need to understand in the modern world: the impactful resurgence of the plant kingdom; food as medicine has sparked a renewed appreciation. We are now finally recognising the profound connection between human health, ecology and agriculture.’ Camilla Fayed, Farmacy Kitchen ‘Health is a gift to receive daily, with everything we consume. This book has facts and recipes, making it essential reading for all, as food is the foundation to life. Fascinating and informative, from an author with a passion for health and wellbeing.’ Barbara Wilkinson, The Herb Society ‘This modern reference book on nutrition and dietetics is deeply rooted in Kirsten Hartvig’s extensive clinical experience as a consultant naturopath and medical herbalist. In this book you will find a useful, well thought through and inspiring manual on the use of nutrition as a pathway to health. Its deep knowledge is founded on both empirical data and new scientific research. It is completely in tune with nature, and sensitive to the Earth’s example and resources.’ Anna Iben & Jesper Hollensberg, Nordic College of Natural Medicine Praise for Kirsten Hartvig's previous titles: Healing Berries: “The companion volume to Healing Spices, this book illuminates the many benefits of berries in meals and drinks. We all love smoothies but only now are scientists, cooks and indeed the general public waking up to their immense health benefits…. It’s an immensely fun and educational book.” (Cygnus Book Club ) You Are What You Eat: “A gold mine of information” - (Michael van Straten, LBC bodytalk) “Follow the Hartvig and Rowley gospel, and you’ll be well on the road to a healthier, more relaxed lifestyle.” (Daily Express) “An excellent buy for anyone with an interest in healthy eating.” (Health & Fitness Magazine) Energy Juices: “This book offers a complete juice workout to boost immunity, detox the system and revitalise the body.” (Sunday Express, OK Magazine) Energy Foods: “A wonderful book packed full of interesting information and exciting recipes which bring more energy into your life. This book is ideal for anyone wanting to improve their diet and their everyday energy levels but don’t want to be overwhelmed with science.” (Isis Talk) The Detox Box: “The Detox box provides a simple yet powerful way to maximise your health and vitality.” (Whatmedicine?)

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Book SynopsisDeep in the Somerset countryside, the Combe Pomeroy village library hosts a monthly book club.Ruth the librarian fears she’s too old to find love, but a discussion about Lady Chatterley’s Lover makes her think again.Aurora doesn’t feel seventy-two and longs to relive the excitement of her youth, while Verity is getting increasingly tired of her husband Mark’s grumpiness and wonders if their son’s imminent flight from the nest might be just the moment for her to fly too. And Danielle is fed up with her cheating husband. Surely life has more in store for her than to settle for second best?The glue that holds Combe Pomeroy together is Jeannie. Doyenne of the local cider farm and heartbeat of her family and community, no one has noticed that Jeannie needs some looking after too. Has the moment for her to retire finally arrived, and if so, what does her future hold?From a book club French exchange trip, to many celebrations at the farm, this is the year that everything changes, that lifelong friendships are tested, and for some of the women, they finally get the love they deserve.Judy Leigh is back with her unmistakable recipe of friendship and fun, love and laughter. The perfect feel-good novel for all fans of Dawn French, Dee Macdonald and Cathy Hopkins.Readers love Judy Leigh:‘Loved this from cover to cover, pity I can only give this 5 stars as it deserves far more.’‘The story’s simply wonderful, the theme of second chances will resonate whatever your age, there’s something for everyone among the characters, and I do defy anyone not to have a tear in their eye at the perfect ending.’‘With brilliant characters and hilarious antics, this is definitely a cosy read you'll not want to miss.’‘A lovely read of how life doesn't just end because your getting old.’‘A great feel-good and fun story that made me laugh and root for the characters.’Praise for Judy Leigh:‘Brilliantly funny, emotional and uplifting’ Miranda Dickinson'Lovely . . . a book that assures that life is far from over at seventy' Cathy Hopkins bestselling author of The Kicking the Bucket List'Brimming with warmth, humour and a love of life… a wonderful escapade’ Fiona Gibson

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Book SynopsisBrand new from the bestselling author of Worn Out Wife Seeks New LifeSasha Greenhope has a very lovely life. Her marriage is solid, her only daughter is delightful, and the family business is going full steam ahead.The only blip on the horizon is the upcoming family reunion for her parents 40th wedding anniversary at Chadwell House – the family pile. Sasha just does not fit with her rich family. Her French mother, Delphine thinks everything Sasha does is a faux pas.. And siblings, Adele and Beau, are clearly the favourites, leaving Sasha surplus to requirementsSo when Sasha’s husband Ben takes this exact moment to reveal that they are about to go bankrupt, Sasha wants to be anywhere but stuck in a lavish marquee!Swallowing her pride, and a whole bottle of fizz, Sasha determines to ask her family for help – and maybe even a loan – only to discover that her parents and siblings are all keeping secrets of their own!Family secrets, warring siblings and a disastrous reunion… what could possibly go right?! Another brilliant laugh out loud emotional read, perfect for fans of Fiona Gibson, Tracy Bloom and Sophie Ranald!Praise for Carmen Reid:‘Escapist summer reading at its best.' Jill Mansell

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Book Synopsis_______________ “If there’s one thing I can guarantee in your first year, it’s that you will experience every emotion possible. Fear should never be the first… always start with excitement!” Those words were the best piece of advice I was given as I stepped into my first teaching role and I wrote this book to show you the same. While teaching is a rollercoaster, the rewarding career you are about to embark on will be filled with fun, challenge, success, satisfaction and much more. _______________ Each chapter in this funny book explores an element of the school year that any new primary teacher could encounter during their first year in the classroom. From assemblies to trips, observations to Ofsted, and Christmas performances to performance reviews, each topic is bursting with anecdotes (with all of the funny bits left in) and provides tips and techniques to help you navigate the Early Career Framework. This book is here to be a companion and a guide as you approach your first teaching role and to support you both professionally and personally.Trade ReviewStarting to teach is a scary time. This book demystifies the process. It will hold your hand through the first year and beyond. * Haili Hughes, Principal Lecturer at the University of Sunderland @HughesHaili *This practical and informative book will be an inspiration for teachers who are beginning their career. I love the great tips and advice, such as 'be yourself'. * Dr Neil Hawkes, Founder of Values-based Education *Table of ContentsIntroduction The night before Inset days The first day with a new class Marking Questions Staff meetings Course days Guess who? The first observation Break duty School trips Assemblies Parents’ evenings Non-school uniform days Performances Staff nights out The work–life balance Running a club Cake sales Half terms Exams Residential trips Class assemblies Strike day Ofsted Governors Bank holidays Wet playtimes The summer fair Behaviour Complaints Sports day The little things Countdowns to everything The final day of the year Young versus old Outside perceptions Desk-chair days Funny moments

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Book Synopsis'Exquisite . . . readers will find themselves transformed by it' Claire Lynch'Stunning . . . dazzlingly laser-like and movingly original' Lara Feigel'Inventive and searching' Calvin Bedient'I am awestruck . . . a masterpiece' Mary GordonThe stunningly original exploration of pregnancy and childbirth by the acclaimed author of CitizenIn this, the landmark achievement that crowned the first phase of her writing career, Claudia Rankine invites us into the lives of Liv and her husband Erland, as they find themselves propelled into the classic plot: boy loves girl, girl gets pregnant. The couple's journey is charted through dreams, conversations and reflections, in a text like no other, deftly moulding language and crossing genres to arrive at new life: baby Ersatz.Plot is an inventive and engrossing meditation on pregnancy and the changes it heralds: the potential bodily cost, the loss of self, the sense of impending stasis. Each fear compounds Liv's reluctance to bring new life into a bewildering world. A profoundly daring collection, it explodes the emotive capabilities of language and form to achieve an unparalleled understanding of creation and existence.Trade ReviewExquisite . . . This collection is made from language to live on and in. It's the sort of book you read with your body as much as your mind. I'm quite sure readers will find themselves transformed by it -- Claire LynchIt's both stunning and utterly logical that before embarking on the landmark American Trilogy where she would tackle the largest themes of public life with such personal detail and vehemence, Claudia Rankine's writing was grounded in this dazzlingly laser-like and movingly original meditation on not so much motherhood or parenthood as pregnancy itself. Rankine slides from one form to another, and animates everyday domestic life with a grand sense of literary history and sensibility. It's as if this book is pregnant with her entire poetic project -- Lara FeigelPlot is inexhaustibly complex, varied, and difficult-and as fearlessly and even grimly inventive and searching as one can conceive any book of poems as being. It instantly joins the few contemporary works ... whose gravity is synonymous with the passion and integrity of their intelligence -- Calvin Bedient * Verse *To read her work is to be drawn deep into a thought's unfolding, into the eerie landscape of a dream; the dislocation one feels is tempered by the assurance of the writing, the deftness of Rankine's experiments with words and ideas * Indiana Review *I am awestruck. Quite simply, I have never read anything like Plot. Its stupendous intelligence . . . marks it as a masterpiece -- Mary Gordon, author of PAYBACKPlot moves as in a picaresque novel, in which the body schemes and frightens, accompanied by Claudia Rankine's instinct for poetic surprise -- Barbara Guest, author of THE RED GAZEA fiercely gifted poet . . . She knows when to bless and to curse . . . [and] makes you hopeful for American poetry -- Robert Hass, author of SUMMER SNOWA startling and eloquent exploration of states in, about, and around maternity . . . This is an unsettling poetry of the body wrestling itself in the making of thought -- Charles BernsteinSpiraling around the story of "Liv" and "Erland" and their future child, "Ersatz," this book-length poem embeds its loose "plot" in the sensations and anxieties of birth and child-rearing . . . striking . . . This book seems consciously aimed at the nexus of several different feminist avant-garde projects, from the nouveau roman of Monique Wittig to Theresa Hak Kyung Cha's Dictee * Publishers Weekly *[Claudia Rankine's] books trace their own sort of movement . . . In Plot, the crisis sharpens, revolving around life and birth-the narrative center is a woman reluctant to give birth to a child who is already growing inside her . . . surprising -- David L. Ulin * Paris Review *

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Book Synopsis'I wish I had this guide when I was in my 20s and 30s but even now, it offers me a nuanced perspective on how I am built, how I operate in the world' Avni Doshi, author of Burnt SugarWhy do I feel lost? What's wrong with me? Is this all there is?Satya Doyle Byock hears these questions regularly in her psychotherapy practice, where she works with Quarterlifers - people between the ages of twenty to forty - who are searching for meaning and direction in their lives. She understands their frustration. Some clients have done everything 'right': graduate, get a job, meet a partner - yet they are unfulfilled. Others are still struggling to find their way in the world, and are unclear on what to do next.Quarterlife offers a compassionate roadmap for finding understanding, happiness, and wholeness in early adulthood. While society is quick to label the struggles of young people as generational traits, Byock sees things differently. She believes these emotions are part of the developmental journey of Quarterlife, a distinct stage that every person goes through, and which has been virtually ignored by psychology and popular culture.Through the stories of four of her clients, Byock shows us how this search can start with the right questions. Blending personal storytelling with mythology, Jungian psychology with pop culture and literature, Quarterlife pioneers a new way of thinking about adult life, to help us navigate our futures and ourselves.Trade ReviewI'm obsessed with this book. If you're a younger Millennial, or a Gen Z-er, and trying to figure out why do I feel this way, why can't I be satisfied, why do I always feel like I'm behind or rudderless - this is the book for you. -- Anne Helen Petersen, author of Can’t EvenIf you feel like you can't find balance or belonging, read Quarterlife... Doyle believes that without a framework for helping Quarterlifers navigate to a place where both qualities are present, pain is the invariable result-and that a saner society awaits if we shepherd young people through this lobby of adulthood and help them on their path. * Oprah Daily *I wish I had this guide when I was in my 20s and 30s but even now, it offers me a nuanced perspective on how I am built, how I operate in the world. Byock gives us a way to ground ourselves in a time that is perplexing and often dismaying. Her sentences are charged with a powerful call to action that must begin within each of us. -- Avni Doshi, author of Burnt SugarIf you're a young adult looking for a way through, or if you're seeking to understand the struggles of young adults, you must read this timely and illuminating book. -- Jill Filipovic, author of OK Boomer, Let’s TalkWith all the chaos and disorientation of the post-pandemic era, young adults seeking some comfort and guidance as they trudge a path forward would do well to pick up this book. * The New York Post *I loved this book more than I can say! Quarterlife is an insightful, revealing look at the messy and uncharted paths to wholeness, and a powerful tool for anyone navigating early adulthood. This is the book I wish I'd had and one that I will gift again and again. Byock has written both a groundbreaking guide and an intimate invitation to understanding that is destined to be an instant classic. -- Tembi Locke, author of From ScratchQuarterlife is compassionate, specific, forceful, lucid, and very wise. It is the book a lot of people have been waiting for, whether they know it or not. -- William DeresiewiczAbsent the structured rites of passage that enabled our ancestors to emerge from childhood into adulthood, how is a young person supposed to grow up today? ... Quarterlife is a valuable guide to the perplexed in those seas. Filled with illustrative examples, Byock provides multiple tips, clues, and guidance for those who otherwise feel alone. -- James Hollis, author of Finding Meaning in the Second Half of LifeThe concept of a midlife crisis is well documented, but what about the weird, confusing life changes that happen during quarterlife (between the ages of roughly 16 to 36)? In her fascinating new book, psychotherapist [Satya Doyle] Byock provides a guide to those quarterlifers on how to navigate and thrive— rather than just survive— these odd years. * PureWow *There’s a point in early adulthood where most of us are thrown into a quarter- life crisis: a tug-of-war between attaining security— job, relationship, savings, housing— and finding what gives us meaning, purpose, and identity. For those struggling at either end of the rope, psychotherapist Satya Doyle Byock believes the key is finding a comfortable middle ground where you satisfy most of those needs. Her book is a guide to striking that balance. * Goop *Byock has dedicated her career to influencing the way developmental psychology views and attends to ‘Quarterlifers,’ or individuals between the ages of sixteen and thirty-six. Her incredible new book draws upon Jungian psychology, social justice advocacy, trauma-informed care, and historical research to provide readers with guideposts for this period of life, which has too long been ignored by popular culture and psychology. -- Elise Loehnen, Pulling the Thread podcastPerceptive debut . . . young adults will appreciate Byock’s compassionate articulation of Quarterlife’s challenges. * Publishers Weekly *I cannot say enough about how much I enjoyed reading this book. It beautifully encapsulates those confusing and uncomfortable in-between years, when you don’t quite know if you’re doing things right. -- Poppy Jamie, author of Happy Not PerfectQuarterlife is instructive for anyone currently in their mid-20s, and cathartic for those who have already made it through. -- Alexander Hurst

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