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Book SynopsisA WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER A FINANCIAL TIMES BUSINESS BOOK OF THE MONTH A FAST COMPANY TOP SUMMER PICK 'Completely changed my life' - Ali Abdaal, YouTuber and Entrepreneur 'Reading this book feels like being let in on a secret. ... an absolute must read' - Ryder Carroll, author of The Bullet Journal Method Discover the full potential of your ideas and make powerful, meaningful improvements in your work and life by Building a Second Brain. For the first time in history, we have instantaneous access to the world's knowledge. There has never been a better time to learn, to create and to improve ourselves. Yet, rather than being empowered by this information, we're often overwhelmed, paralysed by believing we'll never know or remember enough. This eye-opening and accessible guide shows how you can easily create your own personal system for knowledge management, otherwise known as a Second Brain. A trusted and organised digital repository of your most valued ideas, notes and creative work, a Second Brain gives you the confidence to tackle your most important projects and ambitious goals. From identifying good ideas, to organising your thoughts, to retrieving everything swiftly and easily, it puts you back in control of your life and information.Trade ReviewLays out a detailed approach to using digital tools to feel less bombarded and have more time to think. * Financial Times *Tiago has put a magnifying lens on the best practice of external capturing to keep our heads open for effective thinking and creativity. This is a well-written, cogent, and useful manual for staying clear in the knowledge-worker world. -- David Allen, New York Times bestselling author * Getting Things Done *Tiago has changed the game with this book. Building a Second Brain completely changed my life and the tools and techniques it contains will improve anyone's productivity, creativity and focus. -- Ali Abdaal, YouTuber and EntrepreneurUntil memory implants become a thing, mastering the 'second brain' in your hip pocket might be your best move. * Fast Company *Building a Second Brain is much more than just another productivity method-it's a survival guide to managing the complexities of modern life. -- Chris Guillebeau, Author of The $100 Startup and The Happiness of PursuitI've been using variations on Forte's ideas for decades. When you're ready to get out of your own way, you'll discover that they really work. -- Seth Godin, Author * This is Marketing *Tiago is a master organizer. His book, Building a Second Brain, is the ultimate guide for anybody who wants to succeed in the Internet age. It's the single best system I can recommend to any writer. You'll leave feeling calmer, more creative, and much more productive. -- David Perell, Founder of Write of PassageThe passion economy is one of the next great waves of entrepreneurship in the world, and the ability to cultivate and leverage your personal knowledge is key to being part of it. Tiago's book is an excellent introduction to how to succeed in the new landscape of creativity online. -- Li Jin, Co-Founder and General Partner at VariantBuilding a Second Brain will make you rethink your relationship with knowledge. Tiago's method offers a paradigm shift from the tiring quest for self-improvement to the freedom of self-expression. After reading the book, you will finally be able to focus on what matters: connecting ideas and generating insights. -- Anne-Laure Le Cunff, Founder of Ness LabsIn a world of so much information and more coming - we need a process for organizing and accessing that information. Luckily, Tiago has done all the hard work and gives tactical ways to make it happen. -- Noah Kagan, Founder of AppSumoReading this book feels like being let in on a secret. Tiago offers powerful, elegant, and deeply human solutions to some of the most stubborn challenges we face trying to make sense of the digital age. An absolute must read for anyone interested in personal knowledge management. -- Ryder Carroll, author * The Bullet Journal Method *Getting more out of our digital tools is something we should all care about. Tiago offers an excellent guide-this book will help anyone organize information in more useful ways, and ultimately do better work. -- Simon Last, Co-Founder of NotionA must-read for doing difficult, creative work. We all struggle with having too many ideas, but no system for taking action on them. Tiago creates a structure for staying on top of information in an age of overload. -- Scott Young, author * Ultralearning *

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Book SynopsisAnyone can inspire and entertain an audience.Whether you''re addressing a boardroom, delivering a heartfelt eulogy or seeking to ignite change, this comprehensive guide gives you the tools you need to become a confident public speaker.Leading speechwriter Terence Szuplat draws on his unparalleled experience in the White House to show you how to: Communicate clearly and confidently in any situation Create an emotional connection with your audience from the start Adopt a new mindset to help overcome your anxieties and fear of public speaking Harness the power of storytelling to win over a tricky audience Full of practical tips, fascinating psychological research and insight from conversations with President Obama, this book will transform the way you approach speaking in public forever. Whether you''re an experienced speaker or just starting out, Say It Well is the ultimate companion on y

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Book SynopsisBeneath the surface we are all connected . . .''An authentically soothing, powerful, thought-provoker.''MATT HAIG''On Connection is medicine for these wounded times.''MAX PORTER''On Connection came to me when I needed it most, and reminded me that the links we have to places, people, words, ourselves, are what keep us alive.''CANDICE CARTY-WILLIAMSThis is a book about connection. About how immersing ourselves in creativity can help us cultivate greater self-awareness and bring us closer to each other.Drawing on two decades of experience as a writer and performer, Kae Tempest champions the role of creativity in whatever form we choose to practice it as an act of love, helping us establish a deeper relationship to our true selves, and to others and the world we live in.Honest, hopeful and written with piercing clarity, On Connection is an inspiring personal meditation that will transform the way you see the world.''Persuasive and profound.'' OBSERVER''Tempest's prose is crisp and thoughtful.'' NEW STATESMAN

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Book SynopsisNEW EDITION - Includes never-before-published commentary from the author The Power of Your Subconscious Mind introduces and explains the mind-focusing techniques that remove the subconscious obstacles that prevent us from achieving the success we want - and deserve. This authorised edition of Dr Murphy’s keystone work is the first premium mass market edition to feature additional commentary drawn from his unpublished writings. As practical as it is inspiring, Dr. Murphy’s work demonstrates with real-life examples the way to unleash extraordinary mental powers to build self-confidence, create harmonious relationships, gain professional success, amass wealth, conquer fears and phobias, banish bad habits, and even to effect physical healing and promote overall wellbeing and happiness.

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Book SynopsisIf Women Rose Rooted has been described as both transformative and essential. Sharon Blackie leads the reader on a quest to find their place in the world, drawing inspiration from the wise and powerful women in native mythology, and guidance from contemporary role models who have re-rooted themselves in land and community and taken responsibility for shaping the future. Beautifully written, honest and moving, If Women Rose Rooted is a passionate song to a different kind of femininity, a rallying, feminist cry for the rewilding of womanhood; reclaiming our role as guardians of the land.Trade Review'Mind-blowing. An anthem for all we could be . . . I sincerely hope every woman who can read has the time and space to read it.' Manda Scott | 'Powerful and inspiring.' Melissa Harrison | 'A beautiful, intelligent and unusual book... I'm hoping this book will become the anthem of our generation.' Kate Forsyth | 'It is heartening to read a progressive view of the women's movement and one that links with care for the Earth and all living beings. This book is very well recommended.' GreenSpirit

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Book Synopsis5,000,000 COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE • TRANSLATED IN MORE THAN 35 LANGUAGESWhat is Violent Communication? If “violent” means acting in ways that result in hurt or harm, then much of how we communicate—judging others, bullying, having racial bias, blaming, finger pointing, discriminating, speaking without listening, criticizing others or ourselves, name-calling, reacting when angry, using political rhetoric, being defensive or judging who’s “good/bad” or what’s “right/wrong” with people—could indeed be called “violent communication.” What is Nonviolent Communication? Nonviolent Communication is the integration of four things: • Consciousness: a set of principles that support living a life of compassion, collaboration, courage, and authenticity • Language: understanding how words contribute to connection or distance • Communication: knowing how to ask for what we want, how to hear others even in disagreement, and how to move toward solutions that work for all • Means of influence: sharing “power with others” rather than using “power over others” Nonviolent Communication serves our desire to do three things: • Increase our ability to live with choice, meaning, and connection • Connect empathically with self and others to have more satisfying relationships • Sharing of resources so everyone is able to benefitTrade Review"Nonviolent Communication connects soul to soul, creating a lot of healing. It is the missing element in what we do." Deepak Chopra, author , How To Know God"Dr . Rosenberg has brought the simplicity of successful communication into the foreground. No matter what issue you're facing, his strategies for communicating with others will set you up to win every time." Anthony Robbins, author , Awaken the Giant Within and Unlimited Power"Marshall Rosenberg's dynamic communication techniques transform potential conflicts into peaceful dialogues and create compassionate connections. I highly recommend this book." John Gray, Ph.D., author , Men are From Mars, Women are from Venus"You have to be able to say, 'Where is this person coming from?' he says. 'What makes them tick? Why are they excited or frustrated by something that is happening, whether it's about computing or beyond computing?' There's far more to McCracken's outstanding piece. Nadella gave him a close and honest look at both himself and Microsoft, and the result is a fun must-read." Ben Kerschberg, Forbes"Upon becoming Microsoft CEO, Satya Nadella asked his top executives to read Marshall Rosenberg's Nonviolent Communication . . . . If empathy as a measure of emotional IQ is a predictor of success, then Nadella hit the nail on the head by inculcating the corporate giant with the trait from top to bottom. Why else is empathy important? Microsoft is both a services and a product company, and its offerings have to resonate with users. Nadella states: 'You have to be able to say, "Where is this person coming from? What makes them tick? Why are they excited or frustrated by something that is happening, whether it's about computing or beyond computing?"' Harry McCracken, Fast Company"The 1 Book That Transformed Microsoft's Culture from Cutthroat to Creative." Microsoft CEO, Satya Nadella, Inc"Nadella's time as CEO was initially shaped by Marshall Rosenberg's 'Nonviolent Communication,' which he asked his top executives to read. This was the first indicator to senior leadership that Nadella would not operate like his predecessors" Satya Nadella , Microsoft CEO, Business Insider"The CEO of Microsoft, the most valuable company in the world, grounds himself and Microsoft's culture on ideas he's learned thanks to his reading habit. 'I read a few pages here or a few pages there,' Nadella told Fast Company. 'There are a few books, of course, that you read end-to-end. But without books I can't live.' Nadella's time as CEO was initially shaped by Marshall Rosenberg's 'Nonviolent Communication,' which he asked his top executives to read. This was the first indicator to senior leadership that Nadella would not operate like his predecessors. Nadella recommended it to his leadership team, symbolically differentiating his expectations from that of his predecessors. Nonviolent communication integrates qualities like compassion and effective communication to allow for better leadership. Rosenberg writes from a position of experience and research: He has started peace programs in places throughout the world that have experienced the effects of war, including Rwanda, Sri Lanka, Serbia, and Ireland. This book outlines the principles of peaceful conflict resolution. It's interesting to note that one of the concepts involves sharing power with others instead of using power over others. Nadella recommended it to his leadership team, symbolically differentiating his expectations from that of his predecessors. Reports have found that Microsoft used to have a conflict-heavy culture under Steve Ballmer now there's nonviolent communication coming from the top." Satya Nadella , Microsoft CEO, Business Insider

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Book SynopsisIs there something holding you back from becoming the person you want to be? Fear is all around us, from having a tricky talk with your boss to facing up to a problem at home. Everyone has worries and fears that can stop them progressing and reaching for the things that they really want in life. The simple, life-changing exercises in Feel the Fear & do it anyway will teach you how to turn anger into love and uncertainty into action.

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Book SynopsisMarie Bruce is a popular and prolific author and columnist, producing over 20 books, including The Witch's Almanac, which was updated and re-released every year for ten years. She has a Master of Arts degree in Creative Writing from Sheffield Hallam University. Since 1998 she has been consistently published, predominantly in the Mind, Body, Spirit genre where she remains one of the leading authors in her field. She has held long-term Core Contributor contracts with both Bauer Publishing and Time Inc. producing lead articles and features for various magazines including Prediction, It's Fate, Fate & Fortune, Witchcraft & Wicca, Soul & Spirit, Writer's Forum, Pagan Dawn and more. Marie also wrote a key-stone column on practical witchcraft for UK esoteric magazine, Spirit & Destiny, for over eight years. Since 2018 she has been with Kindred Spirit magazine, writing her self-help column Creative Counselling.

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Book SynopsisDr Sian Williams is a Chartered Counselling Psychologist practising in the NHS in the UK. She helps emergency service staff manage anxiety, stress and trauma and works with The Royal Foundation to bring attention to mental health in first responders. Sian also has her own private clinic delivering psychology and coaching to on- and off-air media professionals and business leaders. She's worked with the BBC, ITN, Sky, ITV, the Guardian and Google and has written on mental health for major newspapers and publications including the Daily Mail, the Daily Telegraph and Good Housekeeping magazine. Sian is an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society and delivered their annual keynote lecture in 2024. Sian is also an award-winning broadcaster, having spent a quarter of a century presenting some of TV's most popular shows, including over a decade at the helm of 'BBC Breakfast' and hosting many prime-time series on the BBC, ITV and C5. She now presents BBC Radio 4's 'Life Changing' which has had more than ten million downloads and presents a daily Classical Unwind radio show on BBC Radio 3 . Her first book 'Rise: Surviving and Thriving after Trauma' was described by the Daily Mail as 'the book every woman MUST read'. Anxiety is her lifetime companion.

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Book SynopsisNancy Birtwhistle is a Sunday Times bestselling author, lifelong gardener and Hull-born baker who won the fifth series of The Great British Bake Off in 2014. Motivated by protecting the planet for her ten grandchildren, Nancy decided to change how she used plastic, single-use products and chemicals in her home. Sharing her tips online, she amassed an engaged international following of devoted fans interested not only in her delicious recipes, but also her innovative ideas and time-saving swaps that rethink everyday house and garden tasks to make as little an impact on the environment as possible. Nancy worked as a GP practice manager in the NHS for thirty-six years until she retired in 2007. She lives in Lincolnshire with her husband, dogs and rescue hens. She is the author of Clean & Green, Green Living Made Easy, The Green Gardening Handbook and The Green Budget Guide.

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Book SynopsisWith intros to habit tracking, journaling, and affirmations, Show Up as Her gives you all the self-love rituals and mantras you need to glow up and be that girl. This must-have guide empowers unshakable self-esteem through creating positive habits and thoughts.

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Book SynopsisTHE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 'In story after page-turning story, Lives of the Stoics brings ancient philosophers to life.' - David Epstein, bestselling author of Range 'Wonderful' - Chris Bosh, two-time NBA Champion For millennia, Stoicism has been the ancient philosophy that attracts those who seek greatness, from athletes to politicians and everyone in between. And no wonder: its embrace of self-mastery, virtue and indifference to that which we cannot control has much to offer those grappling with today's chaotic world. But who were the Stoics? In this book, Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman offer a fresh approach to understanding Stoicism through the lives of the people who practiced it - from Cicero to Zeno, Cato to Seneca, Diogenes to Marcus Aurelius. Through short biographies of all the famous, and lesser-known, Stoics, this book will show what it means to live stoically, and reveal the lessons to be learned from their struggles and successes. The result is a treasure trove of insights for anyone in search of living a good life.Trade ReviewStellar work ... This illuminating collection of biographies makes great use of Stoic wisdom to demonstrate the tradition's values * Publisher's Weekly *In story after page-turning story, Lives of the Stoics brings ancient philosophers to life. -- David Epstein, bestselling author of RangeA great read, particularly for a tough time -- Gen. Stanley McChrystal, author of 'Team of Teams' and 'Leaders: Myth and Reality'Wonderful -- Chris Bosh, two-time NBA ChampionThere is philosophy for school and philosophy for life. This book is about the lives of men and women who lived their words and shows you how to do the same. -- Thomas Tull, founder of Legendary EntertainmentWhether you're a general or a gardener, a stockbroker or a senator, there is much to learn from Ryan Holiday's excellent Lives of the Stoics. -- Senator Ben SasseAt a time when public nobility is hard to come by, this is a good reminder of the power of ethical leadership. * Kirkus Reviews *Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman have achieved something remarkable with Lives of the Stoics. It's a gift to the many of us today who are searching for inspiration and sense a deep connection with the thought of Zeno, Cato, Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius. Indispensable to anyone who genuinely wants to learn about Stoic philosophy. -- Donald Robertson, author of How to Think Like a Roman EmperorWith its emphasis on individual success and perserverence, stoicism is seeing an American renaissance. The authors offer brief instructional biographies of its major ancient practitioners. * New York Times *

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Book SynopsisOprah Winfrey and renowned brain development and trauma expert, Dr Bruce Perry, discuss the impact of trauma and adverse experiences – and how healing must begin with a shift to asking 'What happened to you?' rather than 'What’s wrong with you?'.Through wide-ranging and often deeply personal conversation, Oprah Winfrey and Dr Perry explore how what happens to us in early childhood – both good and bad - influences the people we become.A simple change in perspective can open up a new and hopeful understanding about why we do the things we do, why we are the way we are – and provide a road map for repairing relationships, overcoming what seems insurmountable, and ultimately living better and more fulfilling lives.Many of us experience adversity and trauma during childhood that has lasting impact on our physical and emotional health. And as we’re beginning to understand, we are more sensitive to developmental trauma as children than we are as adults. ‘What happened to us’ in childhood is a powerful predictor of our risk for physical and mental health problems down the road, and offers scientific insights into the patterns of behaviours so many struggle to understand.A survivor of multiple childhood challenges herself, Oprah Winfrey shares portions of her own harrowing experiences because she understands the vulnerability that comes from facing trauma at a young age.Throughout her career, Oprah has teamed up with Dr Bruce Perry, one of the world’s leading experts on childhood trauma. He has treated thousands of children, youth, and adults and has been called on for decades to support individuals and communities following high-profile traumatic events.Now, Oprah joins with Dr Perry to marry the power of storytelling with the science and clinical experience to better understand and overcome the effects of trauma.Grounded in the latest brain science and brought to life through compelling narratives, this book shines a light on a much-needed path to recovery – showing us our incredible capacity to transform after adversity.Trade ReviewAn incredible dialogue that bares the fundamental causes of trauma, and rightly turns the question of shame on it’s head and back to the environment. There is so much more we need to learn and this book is the perfect guide to reframing how we can act - through research, experience and compassion - in tomorrow's world. An essential read -- Dr Camilla Pang, biochemist and author of Explaining HumansRevealing, intimate, and educational, it’s a testament to the authors’ wish for readers to come to grips with, and let go of, the past – and to move forward into 'post-traumatic wisdom.' -- Leigh Haber, O Magazine

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Book SynopsisWith a new foreword by Ken BlanchardA straightforward and snappy guide to successful customer service from the author of the bestselling The One Minute Manager.Raving Fans, in a nutshell, is the advice given to a new Area Manager on his first day in an extraordinary business book that will help everyone, in every kind of organisation or business, deliver stunning customer service and achieve miraculous bottom-line results.Raving Fans is written in the parable style of The One Minute Manager and uses a brilliantly simple and charming story to teach how to define a vision, learn what a customer really wants, institute effective systems, and make Raving Fan Service a constant feature not just a passing fad.Business is in the midst of a service crisis that has left millions of disillusioned customers in its wake. Raving Fans includes startling new tips and innovative techniques that can help anyone create a revolution in any workplace and turn their customers into raving, spending fans.

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Book Synopsis‘Fabulous. I read this in a single weekend and I didn’t want it to end. Scammers, con-artists, catfishers – you have met your match’ Jeremy Vine‘A brilliant read. Moves effortlessly between hilarious and informative and back again’ Ed Byrne, comedian and actor'Astonishing' Daily MailOnline romance fraud is a problem across the globe. It causes financial and emotional devastation, yet many people refuse to take it seriously. This is the story of one middle-aged woman in a cardigan determined to understand this growing phenomenon.No other woman has had so many online romances – from Keanu Reeves to Brad Pitt to Prince William – and Becky Holmes is a favourite among peacekeeping soldiers and oil rig workers who desperately need iTunes vouchers. By winding up scammers and investigating the truth behind their profiles, Becky shines a revealing, revolting and hilarious light on a very shady corner of the internet.Featuring first-hand accounts of victims, examples of scripts used by fraudsters, a look into the psychology of fraud and of course plenty of Becky’s hysterical interactions with scammers, this is a must-read for anyone who needs a reminder that Keanu Reeves is NOT in love with them.Trade Review ‘I knew Keanu Reeves Is Not in Love With You by Becky Holmes would be hilarious because I’ve been following her interactions with romance scammers on Twitter for a while. What I wasn’t prepared for was that it would also be eye opening and sometimes heartbreaking. A fabulous and – dare I say it – important read’ Jane Fallon, bestselling author of Worst Idea Ever ‘Fabulous. I read this in a single weekend and I didn’t want it to end. Scammers, con-artists, catfishers – you have met your match. At last the web-bastards get their just deserts’ Jeremy Vine, TV and radio broadcaster ‘This book is a total blast! Vitally informative and extremely funny, it had me gripped like a very fine thriller’ Peter James, bestselling author ‘An extraordinary book, where a solid comic concept transforms into a thoughtful examination of the scammers and the scammed and how our need for love can be exploited. I thought I was getting a book I could laugh at on the toilet, but was instead forced to examine the human condition and my own frailties. What a scam!’ Richard Herring, comedian and writer ‘I knew this book was going to be really funny, but I hadn’t expected it to also be such a thoughtful and disturbing examination of the sad, seedy and scary world of online romance scammers. Becky’s a brave woman, taking on these pests so we don’t have to’ Charlie Higson, author and comedian ‘A funny, sweary, absurd delight that knows just when to take the subject seriously too. I loved it’ Dave Gorman, comedian and presenter ‘A hilarious and timely guide on how to fend off online scammers from someone prepared to take them on at their own game and deliver some richly deserved justice’ Simon Kernick, thriller writer ‘A brilliant read. Moves effortlessly between hilarious and informative and back again’ Ed Byrne, comedian and actor ‘Clever, pertinent and very, very funny ... Striking journalism’ Daniel Finkelstein, columnist for The Times 'Astonishing' Daily Mail 'A revealing, revolting look into the world of romance fraud . . . Entertaining . . . Holmes writes in the sort of jolly, happily vulgar register popularised by Caitlin Moran' Daily Telegraph

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Book Synopsis''Astonishing . . . an amazing book . . . absolutely chocker full of things that we need to know'' Chris Evans''Matthew Walker is probably one of the most influential people on the planet'' Evening StandardTHE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERTLS, OBSERVER, SUNDAY TIMES, FT, GUARDIAN, DAILY MAIL AND EVENING STANDARD BOOKS OF THE YEAR 2017Sleep is one of the most important aspects of our life, health and longevity and yet it is increasingly neglected in twenty-first-century society, with devastating consequences: every major disease in the developed world - Alzheimer''s, cancer, obesity, diabetes - has very strong causal links to deficient sleep.In this book, the first of its kind written by a scientific expert, Professor Matthew Walker explores twenty years of cutting-edge research to solve the mystery of why sleep matters. Looking at creatures from across the animal kingdom as well as major human studies, Why We Sleep delves into everything from what really happens during REM sleep to how caffeine and alcohol affect sleep and why our sleep patterns change across a lifetime, transforming our appreciation of the extraordinary phenomenon that safeguards our existence.''Startling, vital ... a life-raft'' Guardian''A top sleep scientist argues that sleep is more important for our health than diet or exercise'' The Times''Passionate, urgent . . . it had a powerful effect on me'' ObserverTrade ReviewA neuroscientist shows how a good night's shut-eye can make us cleverer, more attractive, slimmer, happier, healthier and ward off cancer . . . it's probably a little too soon to tell you that it saved my life, but it's been an eye-opener -- Mark O'Connell * Guardian *Passionate, urgent . . . it had a powerful effect on me -- Rachel Cooke * Observer *An important and fascinating book -- Bill GatesCompelling and utterly convincing . . . you'll never think of your bedtime in the same way again -- James McConnachie * Sunday Times *A stimulating and important book . . . richly packed with science -- Clive Cookson * Financial Times *Uplifting . . . Walker is in love with sleep and wants us to fall in love with sleep, too -- David Kamp * New York Times *Matthew Walker is probably one of the most influential people on the planet -- Katie Law * Evening Standard *Astonishing . . . an amazing book . . . absolutely chocker full of things that we need to know -- Chris EvansAmazing . . . I'm obsessed with this book -- Thom Yorke

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Book SynopsisWhat really makes a relationship work? How can we stay interested in our partner for ever? How can we be happier in our marriage? Doctors John and Julie Gottman have spent over three decades studying the habits of 3000 couples. Within 10 minutes of meeting a couple, they can predict who will stay happily together or who will split up, with 94% accuracy. Based on their findings on the ingredients to a happy, lasting love life, they have now created an easy series of eight dates, spanning: - commitment & trust - conflict resolution- intimacy & sex - fun & adventure- work & money- family values - growth & spirituality- goals & aspirationsEight Dates draws on rigorous scientific and psychological research about how we fall in love using case studies of real-life couples whose relationships have improved after committing time to each other and following the dates. Full of innovative exercises and conversation starters to eTrade ReviewA radical book from the world's top relationship councillors reveals the 8 dates that could make your marriage last forever * Daily Mail *[A]n instant hit... If you've been married forever and think this book isn't for you, (dates??), think again * Oprah.com *Whether you are already in a long term committed relationship or are just starting one, Eight Dates is an essential guide to building and maintaining true and lasting love. Based on decades of scientific studies and clinical wisdom from our world's leading visionaries in romance, this fabulous book will enable you to engage in fun and constructive conversations to nurture a love that can grow for a lifetime! * Daniel J. Siegel, author of 'Aware: The Science and Practice of Presence' *How to save a relationship in eight dates * Red Magazine *[A]n instant hit... If you've been married forever and think this book isn't for you, (dates??), think again * Oprah.com *

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Book SynopsisTHE LIFE-CHANGING BESTSELLER - OVER 1.5 MILLION COPIES SOLD''A deeply compassionate guide to self-care - simple and profound'' Sir Kenneth Branagh''If you want to free yourself from anxiety and stress, and feel truly at ease with yourself, then read this book'' Ruby WaxAuthoritative, beautifully written and much-loved by its readers, Mindfulness: A practical guide to finding peace in a frantic world has become a word-of-mouth bestseller and global phenomenon. It reveals a set of simple yet powerful practices that you can incorporate into daily life to break the cycle of anxiety, stress unhappiness and exhaustion. It promotes the kind of happiness that gets into your bones and allows you to meet the worst that life throws at you with new courage. Mindfulness is based on mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT). Co-developed by Professor Mark Williams of Oxford University, MBCT is recommended by the UK''s National InTrade ReviewAn inspiring programme for anyone who caring about his or her own health and sanity -- Jon Kabat-ZinnPeace can't be achieved in the outside world unless we have peace on the inside. Mark Williams and Danny Penman's book gives us this peace -- Goldie HawnWant a happier, more content life? I highly recommend the down-to-earth methods you'll find in MINDFULNESS -- Daniel Goldman, bestselling author of EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCEA deeply compassionate guide to self care, simple and profound -- Sir Kenneth BranaghIf you want to free yourself from anxiety and stress, and feel truly at ease with yourself, then read this book -- Ruby WaxThis book changed my life. It helps me to sleep and refocus. When I'm frazzled, exhausted or anxious, it helps me find my mojo again. It's revered and respected by psychiatrists, doctors and psychologists ... If you need headspace, you will find it with this book -- Alison Young, author of THE BEAUTY INSIDEROne of the best mindfulness books out there - it's a summary of the science behind using it to regain a sense of purpose, and a practical guide on how to do it * Business Traveller *This is an inspiring programme for anyone who caring about his or her own health and sanity.Peace can't be achieved in the outside world unless we have peace on the inside. Mark Williams and Danny Penman's book gives us this peaceWant a happier, more content life? I highly recommend the down-to-earth methods you'll find in MINDFULNESSIf you want to free yourself from anxiety and stress, and feel truly at ease with yourself, then read this book.One of the best mindfulness books out there -- it's a summary of the science behind using it to regain a sense of purpose, and a practical guide on how to do it * Business Traveller *This book changed my life. It helps me to sleep and refocus. When I'm frazzled, exhausted or anxious, it helps me find my mojo again. It's revered and respected by psychiatrists, doctors and psychologists . . . If you need headspace, you will find it with this book * Alison Young, author of The Beauty Insider *

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Book SynopsisThe art of being a good husband is not an easy one. This little guide was written for the middle classes of the 1930s who were reading one of the first modern self-help books. Illustrated with contemporary line-drawings, it contains advice by turns delightfully arcane and timelessly true, for example: Don’t squeeze the tube of toothpaste from the top instead of from the bottom. This is one of the small things of life that always irritates a careful wife. Don’t think that your wife has placed waste-paper baskets in the rooms as ornaments. Don’t tell your wife terminological inexactitudes, which are, in plain English, lies. A woman has wonderful intuition for spotting even minor departures from the truth. Do cultivate the habit of coming down to breakfast with a smile. Remember that as the head of the house, it is your duty to see that everyone starts the day in an atmosphere of happiness. Don’t criticise the food at your own table when you are entertaining and especially refrain from doing so before the servants.

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Book SynopsisUnlock your creativity. An inspiring guide to creativity in the digital age, Steal Like an Artist presents ten transformative principles that will help readers discover their artistic side and build a more creative life.   Nothing is original, so embrace influence, school yourself through the work of others, remix and reimagine to discover your own path. Follow interests wherever they take you—what feels like a hobby may turn into you life’s work. Forget the old cliché about writing what you know: Instead, write the book you want to read, make the movie you want to watch.   And finally, stay Smart, stay out of debt, and risk being boring in the everyday world so that you have the space to be wild and daring in your imagination and your work.  “Brilliant and real and true.”—Rosanne Cash  Trade Review“The book is filled with engaging anecdotes and helpful tips taken from Kleon’s experience learning to walk on his own creative feet, as well as quotes and stories from big names, ranging from Gide to Goethe to Questlove. – Fast Company co.Design “Immersing yourself in Steal Like an Artist is as fine an investment in the life of your mind as you can hope to make.” – TheAtlantic.com “Steal Like An Artist is an actually readable manifesto on how to properly squeeze your brain-juices and unlock your potential.” -- Thrillist“The book is filled with engaging anecdotes and helpful tips taken from Kleon’s experience learning to walk on his own creative feet, as well as quotes and stories from big names, ranging from Gide to Goethe to Questlove. – Fast Company co.Design “Immersing yourself in Steal Like an Artist is as fine an investment in the life of your mind as you can hope to make.” – TheAtlantic.com “Steal Like An Artist is an actually readable manifesto on how to properly squeeze your brain-juices and unlock your potential.” -- Thrillist"This fast read is for anyone who’d like to be more creative." – Tim Ferris “The book is filled with engaging anecdotes and helpful tips taken from Kleon’s experience learning to walk on his own creative feet, as well as quotes and stories from big names, ranging from Gide to Goethe to Questlove. – Fast Company co.Design “Immersing yourself in Steal Like an Artist is as fine an investment in the life of your mind as you can hope to make.” – TheAtlantic.com “Steal Like An Artist is an actually readable manifesto on how to properly squeeze your brain-juices and unlock your potential.” – Thrillist

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Book SynopsisTough times don't last. Tough people do. In this book, the author shows that highly improbable and unpredictable events underlie almost everything about our world.Trade ReviewReally made me think about how I think -- Mohsin Hamid * Guardian *The hottest thinker in the world -- Bryan Appleyard * The Sunday Times *A superhero of the mind -- Boyd TonkinWall Street's principal dissident -- Malcolm GladwellA guru for every would-be Damien Hirst, George Soros and aspirant despot -- John Cornwell * Sunday Times *Nassim Taleb, in his exasperating but compelling book Antifragile, praises "things that gain from disorder" - people, policies and institutions designed to thrive on volatility, instead of shattering in the encounter with it -- Oliver Burkman * Guardian *More than just robust or flexible, it actively thrives on disruption -- Julian Baggini * Guardian *Modern life is akin to a chronic stress injury. And the way to combat it is to embrace randomness in all its forms. . . Taleb is the great seer of the modern age * Guardian *Something antifragile actively thrives under the impact of the unexpected...to embrace randomness rather than trying to control it * The Sunday Times *Enduring volatility is one thing; what about benefiting from it? That is what Taleb calls 'antifragility' and he thinks that it is the ultimate model to aspire to - for individuals, financial institutions, even nations. . . May well capture a quality that you have long aspired to without having quite known quite what it is. . . I saw the world afresh * The Times *Taleb takes on everything from the mistakes of modern architecture to the dangers of meddlesome doctors and how overrated formal education is. . . . An ambitious and thought-provoking read . . . highly entertaining * Economist *This is a bold, entertaining, clever book, richly crammed with insights, stories, fine phrases and intriguing asides. . . . I will have to read it again. And again * Wall Street Journal *[Taleb] writes as if he were the illegitimate spawn of David Hume and Rev. Bayes, with some DNA mixed in from Norbert Weiner and Laurence Sterne. . . . Taleb is writing original stuff-not only within the management space but for readers of any literature-and . . . you will learn more about more things from this book and be challenged in more ways than by any other book you have read this year. Trust me on this * Harvard Business Review *What sometimes goes unsaid about Taleb is that he's a very funny writer. Taleb has a finely tuned BS detector, which he wields throughout the book to debunk pervasive yet pernicious ideas. . . . Antifragility isn't just sound economic and political doctrine. It's also the key to a good life * Fortune *At once thought-provoking and brilliant, this book dares you not to read it * Los Angeles Times *

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Book SynopsisPeak Performance combines the inspiring stories of top performers across a range of capabilities from athletic to intellectual to artistic with the latest scientific insights into the cognitive and neurochemical factors that drive performance in all domains. Peak Performance presents the newly-discovered links that hold promise as performance boosters, but that have been traditionally overlooked. In a concise and relatable manner, Peak Performance explains the strong connection between mind and body and how everyone can apply certain techniques to enhance their own achievements. This book is an entertaining and actionable guide to optimising personal performance that shows readers how to get the most from themselves. Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness highlight great performers across various disciplines including Olympic marathoner Meb Keflezighi, three-time Grammy Award winner Don Was, and renowned mathematician David Goss. This book discusses the science and application of each principle of success and concludes with prescriptive techniques. Unlike other performance books that are field-specific, Peak Performance cuts across domains and will attract readers and entrepreneurs involved in diverse pursuits, from athletes to artists, from hobbyists to scientists, from students to business professionals. If you want to take your game to the next level, whatever 'your game' may be, Peak Performance will teach you how.Trade Review“This is a transfixing book on how to sustain peak performance and avoid burnout. Stulberg and Magness have worked with (and been) elite achievers, and they combine that rich experience with the science of success to share actionable insights.”—Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of Originals and Give and Take “Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness have written an essential playbook for success, happiness, and getting the most out of ourselves and our lives.”—Arianna Huffington, author of Thrive and The Sleep Revolution“Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness are one-percenters when it comes to skill in translating high performance science for the public. I doubt anyone can read Peak Performance without itching to apply something to their own lives.”—David Epstein, New York Times bestselling author of The Sports Gene “What do top performers actually do to make themselves great? Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness are here with some powerful answers. From rethinking stress to transcending your ‘self,’ the ideas in Peak Performance will help you become better than you ever imagined.”—Daniel H. Pink, New York Times bestselling author of Drive “Brad Stulberg is my favorite health and science writer and Steve Magness is a deeply thoughtful coach of champions. They are the perfect team to show us, through principles that are applicable to just about anyone and anything, how we can get the most out of ourselves and do so in a healthy and sustainable manner.”—Amy Cuddy, New York Times bestselling author of Presence “So much in this book resonates with me. With practical advice for performance in the workplace or on the playing field, Brad and Steve meticulously deliver a comprehensive understanding of peak performance and how to achieve it.”—Dick Costolo, CEO of Chorus, formerly CEO of Twitter “Brad Stulberg is one of my favorite writers about two of my favorite topics: physical and mental performance. This book brings them together.”—Ryan Holiday, bestselling author of Obstacle is the Way and Ego is the Enemy “Tackling the mysteries of human optimization with science and insight from some of the world’s greatest athletes, artists and intellectuals, Peak Performance provides the road map you need to transcend your limitations, unleash your inner greatness and, most importantly, sustain it over time. An absolute must read for anyone interested in unlocking potential to become your best self!"—Rich Roll, author of Finding Ultra and The Plantpower Way “Brad Stulberg is one of the most gifted science writers of our times, a master at translating fascinating findings into concrete strategies. Peak Performance provides actionable insights from the cutting-edge research on how people excel. This book will be a must-read for anyone who wants to up their game, transcend their boundaries, and get out of their comfort zone.”—Kelly McGonigal, Stanford psychology instructor and author of The Willpower Instinct and The Upside of Stress “What do great artists, champion athletes, and brilliant researchers have in common? More than you'd expect, as Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness reveal in this magnificent silo-breaking synthesis of the hidden patterns that enable great performance across disciplines.”—Alex Hutchinson, Runner's World "Sweat Science" columnist and author of What Comes First: Cardio or Weights? “Peak Performance is a must read for anyone hoping to grow and achieve success in any area of their life. Relatable and readable, it identifies the skills and disciplines successful people have in common and teaches us what we can do to achieve the success that we want. I am excited to put what I have learned to use in my running and beyond.” —Kara Goucher, Two-Time Olympic Marathoner “Full of inspiration and information, Peak Performance is a must-read for anyone dedicated to self-optimization. I will be reading and re-reading this book for years to come.” —Matt Billingslea, Drummer, Taylor Swift Band “Brad and Steve uncover secrets of the world's best performers to help us all become more effective in our own pursuits. Peak Performance is a must read for everyone: from athletes to artists, and certainly entrepreneurs. Basically, this book is for anyone looking to take their skills to the next level.”—Dr. Bob Kocher, Partner at Venrock Capital, Consulting Professor at Stanford School of Medicine, Formerly Special Assistant to the President of the United States on Health Care “We all wonder why some people become great successes and others do not. It seems a mystery. However, Peak Performance presents the science that illuminates the common practices of game changers, and most important, shows us how we can benefit from applying them in our own lives.” —David Goss, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics at The Ohio State University “As I read Peak Performance I found myself amazed that there is actually science to back up what I have found true as a sought to maximize my abilities throughout my professional running career. The reader is sure to be perplexed by their surprising findings and empowered to make some changes to their competitive mentality so they can achieve their own peak performance.”—Ryan Hall, United States Half-Marathon Record Holder “Peak Performance deeply explores the cycle of intense creativity that remains a mysterious realm even to me—despite my best efforts to mine it for all it's worth. I think it's clear that Stulberg and Magness are really onto something here.”—Emil Alzamora, internationally-acclaimed sculptor

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Book SynopsisWhat really makes us feel glad to be alive? This classic work of psychology from world-renowned psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi is your essential guide to unlocking a happier, more fulfilling state of being.''[He] has done more than anyone else to study this state of effortless attending'' ? Daniel Kahneman, author of Thinking, Fast and Slow''Mr Csikszentmihalyi illuminates the accuracy of what philosophers have been saying for centuries: that the way to happiness lies not in mindless hedonism but in mindful challenge'' ? The New York Times''Elegantly written ... it is more relevant than ever'' The Times''Enlightening, thought-provoking, relevant'' -- ***** Reader review''I actually struggled to put it down'' -- ***** Reader review''It will definitely help me structure and control my mind better'' -- ***** Reader review''If you are searching to add meaning to your life, or tTrade Review[He] has done more than anyone else to study this state of effortless attending * Daniel Kahneman, author of Thinking, Fast and Slow *Elegantly written...it is more relevant than ever * The Times *Mr Csikszentmihalyi illuminates the accuracy of what philosophers have been saying for centuries: that the way to happiness lies not in mindless hedonism but in mindful challenge * The New York Times *[He] has done more than anyone else to study this state of effortless attending * Daniel Kahneman, author of Thinking, Fast and Slow *

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Book SynopsisFrom the Sunday Times bestselling author of Surrounded by Idiots.Some people are exceptionally manipulative. They can convince anyone about anything and lure them with their charm. They enjoy controlling others and will do anything to get what they want. Sound familiar? The bad news is that you can’t really escape them. But here comes the good news: you can beat them at their own game. After going through the highs and lows of different personality types (Red, Blue, Green and Yellow) in his international bestseller Surrounded by Idiots, Swedish behavioural expert Thomas Erikson will now show you how your weaknesses and personality traits can be exploited by other people and how you can stop them in their tracks. By learning more about your personality type and how you work, you’ll be able to see through any psychopath's manipulative behaviours and fend off their attempts to wreak havoc into your life. Witty, engaging and informative, this book will give you everything you need to handle life’s most skilled manipulators and identify the psychopaths in your life… before it’s too late!Trade Review'A guidebook for deflecting psychological manipulators . . . Bluntly cautionary and applicable advice on the importance of vigilance.' * Kirkus Reviews *'This easy-to-read guide will calm fears by arming readers with practical tactics for thwarting a psychopath's strategies. Adults in the workplace and at home would benefit from Erikson's advice on how to recognize and understand different behaviors, as well as how to recognize red flags in all types of relationships.' * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisWhen planning for the future we often ask, "What will the economy be doing this time next year?" Or, "What will be different ten years from now?" But forecasting is hard. The important events that will shape the future are inherently unpredictable. Instead, we should be asking a different question: What will be the same ten years from now? What will be the same one hundred years from now? Knowledge of the things that never change is more useful, and more important, than an uncertain prediction of an unknowable future. In Same As Ever, bestselling author Morgan Housel shares 24 short stories about the ways that life, behaviour, and business will always be the same. Armed with this knowledge of the unchanging, you will have a powerful new ability to think about risk, opportunity, and how to navigate the uncertainty of the future. As you see familiar themes repeat again and again in the years ahead, you'll find yourself nodding and saying, "Yep, same as ever."

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Book SynopsisTHE CLASSIC BESTSELLER ON A TRUE CASE OF PAST-LIFE TRAUMA AND PAST-LIFE THERAPY FROM AUTHOR AND PSYCHOTHERAPIST DR BRIAN WEISSPsychiatrist Dr Brian Weiss had been working with Catherine, a young patient, for eighteen months. Catherine was suffering from recurring nightmares and chronic anxiety attacks. When his traditional methods of therapy failed, Dr Weiss turned to hypnosis and was astonished and sceptical when Catherine began recalling past-life traumas which seemed to hold the key to her problems. Dr Weiss''s scepticism was eroded when Catherine began to channel messages from ''the space between lives'', which contained remarkable revelations about his own life. Acting as a channel for information from highly evolved spirit entities called the Masters, Catherine revealed many secrets of life and death. This fascinating case dramatically altered the lives of Catherine and Dr Weiss, and provides important information on the mysteries of the mind, thTrade ReviewA gripping love story that transcends time... this book makes you truly believe that we all really do have soulmates, and that "only love is real". * (Raymond Moody MD, Author of Life After Death) *A fascinating story that will open your mind. Explore the mystery, wisdom and wonder of life and love. * (Bernie Siegel MD, Author of Life, Medicine and Miracles) *

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