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Book Synopsis‘Maté’s book will make you examine your behaviour in a new light’ Guardian‘bold, wise and deeply moral. [Maté] is a healer to be cherished’ Naomi Klein, author of No Logo and The Shock DoctrineChildren take their lead from their friends: being ‘cool’ matters more than anything else. Shaping values, identity and codes of behaviour, peer groups are often far more influential than parents.But this situation is far from natural, and it can be dangerous – it undermines family cohesion, interferes with healthy development, and fosters a hostile and sexualized youth culture. Children end up becoming conformist, anxious and alienated.In Hold on to Your Kids, acclaimed physician and bestselling author Gabor Maté joins forces with Gordon Neufeld, a psychologist with a reputation for penetrating to the heart of complex parenting. Together they pinpoint the causes of this breakdown and offer practical advice on how to ‘reattach’ to sons and daughters, establish the hierarchy at home, make children feel safe and understood, and earn back your children's loyalty and love. This updated edition also addresses the unprecedented parenting challenges posed by the rise of digital devices and social media.By helping to reawaken our instincts, Maté and Neufeld empower parents to be what nature intended: a true source of contact, security and warmth for their children.Trade ReviewGabor Maté’s connections—between the intensely personal and the global, the spiritual and the medical, the psychological and the political—are bold, wise and deeply moral. He is a healer to be cherished * Naomi Klein, author of No Logo and The Shock Doctrine *A visionary book that goes beyond the usual explanations to illuminate a crisis of unrecognized proportions. The authors show us how we are losing contact with our children and how this loss undermines their development and threatens the very fabric of society. Most importantly they offer, through concrete examples and clear suggestions, practical help for parents to fulfil their instinctual roles. A brilliant and well written book – one to be taken very seriously * Peter A. Levine Ph.D., International teacher and author of the bestselling books: Waking the Tiger, Healing Trauma and It Won't Hurt Forever, Guiding Your Child through Trauma *Hold on to Your Kids brings us genuinely new ideas and fresh perspectives on parenting. The authors integrate psychology, anthropology, neurology and their own personal and professional experiences…. a worthy book with practical implications * Dr Mary Pipher, author of Reviving Ophelia and The Shelter of Each Other *Maté’s book will make you examine your behaviour in a new light * Guardian *Hold On to Your Kids is full of easy tips for avoiding calamity * Times *

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Book SynopsisA heartbreaking and hilarious memoir by iCarly and Sam & Cat star Jennette McCurdy about her struggles as a former child actor—including eating disorders, addiction, and a complicated relationship with her overbearing mother—and how she retook control of her life. Jennette McCurdy was six years old when she had her first acting audition. Her mother’s dream was for her only daughter to become a star, and Jennette would do anything to make her mother happy. So she went along with what Mom called “calorie restriction,” eating little and weighing herself five times a day. She endured extensive at-home makeovers while Mom chided, “Your eyelashes are invisible, okay? You think Dakota Fanning doesn’t tint hers?” She was even showered by Mom until age sixteen while sharing her diaries, email, and all her income. In I’m Glad My Mom Died, Jennette recounts all this in unflinching detail—just as she chronicles what happens when the dream finally comes true. Cast in a new Nickelodeon series called iCarly, she is thrust into fame. Though Mom is ecstatic, emailing fan club moderators and getting on a first-name basis with the paparazzi (“Hi Gale!”), Jennette is riddled with anxiety, shame, and self-loathing, which manifest into eating disorders, addiction, and a series of unhealthy relationships. These issues only get worse when, soon after taking the lead in the iCarly spinoff Sam & Cat alongside Ariana Grande, her mother dies of cancer. Finally, after discovering therapy and quitting acting, Jennette embarks on recovery and decides for the first time in her life what she really wants. Told with refreshing candor and dark humor, I’m Glad My Mom Died is an inspiring story of resilience, independence, and the joy of shampooing your own hair.Trade Review“[A] layered account of a woman reckoning with love and violence at once…[Not] a flippant exposé of childhood stardom, nor an angry diatribe directed at an abuser. This complexity is what makes I’m Glad My Mom Died feel real…Some supposed literary types will think the immense popularity of I’m Glad My Mom Died—the hardcover initially sold out at many major bookstores—is merely the result of McCurdy’s former stardom and modern culture’s thirst for a sensational take. With its bold headline and bright cover featuring a smirking McCurdy holding a pink urn, the book feels deliberately marketed for virality, perfect for sharing on the internet and catching the eye of bookstore browsers. I’ve mentioned the title of this memoir to some people who have dismissed it out of hand, remarking that being glad one’s parent is dead is crude and a sentiment that should be kept to oneself. But those people haven’t read the book. McCurdy takes her time to remember difficult and complex moments of her life, staying true to her younger self while ultimately trying to come to terms with who she is as an independent adult. It’s a triumph of the confessional genre.”—Nina Li Coomes, The Atlantic “Not many people rise to her level of fame or are so deeply abused, but McCurdy’s narrative will feel familiar to anyone who has navigated poverty and trauma. Taking advantage of the store discount at your dad’s retail job, tuning out screaming matches between parents, avoiding calls from debt collectors … this is what childhood is like for millions of Americans. Like many, I recognized myself in her words.”—Sabrina Cartan, Slate “Unflinching…This year’s most candid book…I'm Glad My Mom Died made me laugh; it made me cry. It's such a funny, dark, moving, honest, real, uncensored book, and it's unlike anything I've ever read.”—Mary Elizabeth Williams, Salon “[The] number-one New York Times-bestselling memoir that has also achieved pop-cultural phenomenon status…I'm Glad My Mom Died is more than source material for a deluge of headlines about Grande and the slimy advances of a Nickelodeon svengali McCurdy calls simply ‘The Creator.’ McCurdy distinguishes herself from standard-issue celebrity memoir fare with a vivid, biting, darkly comic tone and an immersive present tense.”—Michelle Ruiz, Vogue “For McCurdy, this book isn't just her writing debut. It's a reckoning with guilt and grief after her mother's premature death. It's healing from multiple eating disorders and processing decades of trauma. It's finally doing what she wants for the first time: not acting. Writing…Healing from trauma looks different for everyone: For McCurdy, writing this memoir symbolized empowerment over her narrative. And understanding that it's OK not to forgive her late mother provided her peace.”—Jenna Ryu, USA Today “Judging simply by the shocking title of Jennette McCurdy’s debut memoir, I’m Glad My Mom Died, you may think the book is a no-holds-barred, scathing takedown of her mother and everyone else who perpetuated the horrifying upbringing that the former iCarly star endured, but you’d be wrong. McCurdy’s book is certainly revealing, describing the abuse she endured from her mother, who pushed her into acting at age 6, then guided her directly into an eating disorder and much worse until her death in 2013. But beyond that, it’s a measured, heartbreakingly poignant, and often laugh-out-loud-funny memoir with McCurdy showing more sympathy for her complicated mother than most people could even imagine mustering. However, what is perhaps most important about her memoir, which is smart, well-written, and powerful, is just how much hope and help it will surely provide to those suffering similar abuses right now.”—Scott Neumyer, Shondaland “The new memoir from former child star Jennette McCurdy has an attention-grabbing title: I’m Glad My Mom Died. Over the course of the book, McCurdy, who built her name on Nickelodeon’s iCarly and Sam and Cat, more than makes her case, detailing years of her mother’s mental and physical abuse. The result is a detailed look at a very specific and individual childhood of horrors, but it also points to a major systemic problem. I’m Glad My Mom Died doubles as a damning indictment of the child star system…She paints a vivid picture of child stardom as a system in which children find themselves turned into walking piles of other people’s cash, and summarily dismantled when they lose their value. It’s damning both for the horrors she experienced as an individual and the systemic failures to which her story points.”—Constance Grady, Vox “McCurdy’s book must be written by someone. Why? It must be done because there is someone out there right now who truly believes that life will never be any different. They truly believe that they will live under their parent’s thumb, never have the life they wanted, not trust their own agency, their own minds, and people like Jennette exist to tell them: You are not wrong, you can trust yourself. You can do this too.”—Erin Taylor, Observer “A stunning memoir…[McCurdy] reveals herself to be a stingingly funny and insightful writer, capable of great empathy and a brutal punchline. It’s a document not just of all she’s endured, but also of the wisdom she accrued along the way.”—Sam Lansky, Time “A coming-of-age story that is alternately harrowing and mordantly funny.”—Dave Itzkoff, The New York Times “[A] magnum opus…sharply funny and empathetic.”—Ashley Spencer, The Washington Post “McCurdy strips away the candy-coated facade of her sitcom experiences.”—Vanity Fair “[The] US summer publishing sensation that—in short, punchy sentences delivered with a high level of self-perception—could transform the trauma memoir business…[T]he book, and the reception it has received, could return the focus of the trauma narratives to the mother and create new demand for mother-daughter accounts.”—Edward Helmore, The Guardian “[An] explosive debut…insightful and incisive, heartbreaking and raw, McCurdy’s narrative reveals a strong woman who triumphs over unimaginable pressure to emerge whole on the other side. Fans will be rapt.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “McCurdy asks readers a question: When and how does one rid oneself of the cage created by others and walk freely? Her stunning debut offers fierce honesty, empathy for those that contributed to her grief, and insights into the hard-fought attachments and detachments of growing older.”—Booklist (starred review) “Delivered with captivating candor and grace.”—Kirkus (starred review) “Jennette McCurdy is the queen of lemonade from lemons, using her trauma to weave a painfully funny story that also illuminates the commodification of teenage girls in America. An important cultural document just as much as a searingly personal one.”—Lena Dunham “Jennette’s road to finding herself—removed from the expectations of her mother—is impressively funny. She fuses nuanced relationships, complex grief, religious whiplash and Hollywood trauma into a bold story with a specific comedic voice.”—Jerrod Carmichael “How can a book be so sad and also so funny? It's an art, and Jennette McCurdy has mastered it here. I’m Glad My Mom Died is hysterical and heartbreaking and fascinating all at the same time.”—Jenny Lawson, New York Times bestselling author of Furiously Happy: A Funny Book About Horrible Things and Broken (in the Best Possible Way) “I'm Glad My Mom Died is furious, sad, brave, knowing, honest, heart-wrenching, and utterly compelling. McCurdy writes with a keen insight and startling compassion. Whether showing how dysfunction can seem normal to those most affected, the torture of eating disorders, or the mindfuck that is child stardom, McCurdy brings readers deep into the milieu so often hidden from outsiders. This is a beautifully crafted coming-of-age story as fearless as its author.” —Lauren Hough, New York Times bestselling author of Leaving Isn’t the Hardest Thing “Jennette McCurdy’s book is a coruscating picture of her life as a child actor, devastatingly honest and with great understanding of the psychology and emotions operating at a deep level. It’s a riveting read, entertaining and very touching.”—Hayley Mills, New York Times bestselling author of Forever Young “Jennette’s career as an actor was simply a character in a much more important story. She is a natural writer with a wonderful sense of humor. Her story is heartbreaking with a nice balance of hopeful. I could not put this book down.”—Laraine Newman, original cast member of Saturday Night Live and author of May You Live in Interesting Times

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Book SynopsisTHE AWARD-WINNING, MILLION-COPY BESTSELLERA hilarious, lively, moving and compassionate debut about one Ukrainian-British family''s tumultuous relationship and the history they never knew. ''Delightful, funny, touching'' Spectator*****As Romeo and Juliet found to their cost, marriage is never just about two people falling in love, it is about families.Sisters Vera and Nadezhda must aside a lifetime of feuding to save their widowed, tractor-obsessed Ukrainian father from the voluptuous, wealth-obsessed Valentina. With her proclivity for green satin underwear and boil-in-the-bag cuisine, she outmanoeuvres the sisters at every turn. But their campaign to oust Valentina unearths family secrets, uncovers fifty years of European and Ukrainian history, and sends them back to roots they''d much rather forget . . .***** ''Hugely enjoyable . . . yields a golden harvest of family truths'' Daily Telegraph ''Captures the peculiar flavour of Eastern European immigrant life . . . a very rich mixture indeed'' Daily Express''It''s rare to find a first novel that gets so much right . . . Lewycka is a seriously talented comic writer'' Time OutTrade ReviewMore than just a jolly romp with political undertones is the way it captures the peculiar flavour of Eastern European immigrant life ... a very rich mixture indeed, as well as very enjoyable reading The Times A delightful first novel ... an understanding of history, a profundity, and yet a lightness of touch, that are a joy ... funny, touching and completely convincing The Spectator

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Book Synopsis'Charming, touching and very very funny' Jenny Colgan'Simply too good' Daily MailFrom the author of the Times bestselling A Chip Shop in PoznanONE HOUSE. TWO HOUSEMATES. THREE REASONS TO WORRY: WINNIE AND BEN ARE SEPARATED BY 50 YEARS, A GULF IN CLASS, AND MAJOR DIFFERENCES OF OPINION.When hunting for a room in London, Ben Aitken came across one for a great price in a lovely part of town. There had to be a catch. And there was. The catch was Winnie: an 85-year-old widow who doesn't suffer fools.Full of warmth, wit and candour, The Marmalade Diaries tells the story of an unlikely friendship during an unlikely time. Imagine an intergenerational version of Big Brother, but with only two contestants. One of the pair a grieving and inflexible former aristocrat in her mid-eighties. The other a working-class millennial snowflake. What could possibly go wrong? What could possibly go right?Out of the most inauspicious of soils - and from the author of The Gran Tour - comes a book about grief, family, friendship, loneliness, life, love, lockdown and marmalade.Trade ReviewCharming, touching and very very funny * Jenny Colgan *Displays a keen eye for the humour of everyday life ... underneath it all is the wonderful story of two people born half a century apart, learning lessons from each other. * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisA beautiful coloured fabric and gold foil blocked gift journal for your grandmother to capture and share her wonderful memories and stories. Designed to make it easy for every grandmother to capture her life story and aspirations, each journal includes 60 thoughtful questions to inspire your grandmother to enjoy telling her story by describing the past, the present and thinking about the future. With space for accompanying photos and memorabilia alongside her handwritten memories these classic, yet contemporary books, are covered in soft fabric making these tactile editions truly timeless keepsakes. Finished with gold foil and gold ribbons they make fabulous gifts for any grandmother on her birthday, at Christmas, on Mother's Day or simply to show her you care. The Timeless Collection is available in 9 titles: Mum, Dad, Grandma, Grandad, Daughter, Son, Sister, Brother & Friend.

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Book SynopsisWere you raised by a narcissist? This essential guide will show you how to stop feeling invisible, quiet your critical inner voice, and start living life on your own terms.Did you grow up with a mother who was controlling or manipulative? Was she emotionally or psychologically abusive toward you? Did she make you feel ashamed, rejected, or “crazy?” Was it all about her, all of the time? When your mother is a narcissist, it can damage and invalidate your sense of self, and leave you with lasting anxiety, insecurity, self-doubt, and a relentlessly critical internal voice. But there are tools you can use to move forward in your adult life with confidence. The evidence-based skills in this book will help you heal the scars of growing up with a self-absorbed and narcissistic mother.Written by a psychologist and expert in narcissism, Adult Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers offers proven-effective strategies drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help you reduce anxiety, build confidence, overcome self-criticism, and live the life you deserve. You’ll also find tons of practical tips to help you build healthy, trusting relationships; stop apologizing for the failures of others; and start trusting your own good judgment.If you were raised by a narcissistic mother and are struggling with the lingering effects of a toxic upbringing, this is the road map you need to heal the past and thrive in the present and future.

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Book Synopsis'I've seen many parents and adult children grappling with these issues, and this is exactly the book they have all been waiting for.' - Lori GottliebHas your adult child cut off contact with you? How can you heal the pain and start to build a bridge back to them?Labelled a silent epidemic by a growing number of therapists and researchers, estrangement is one of the most disorienting and painful experiences of a parent's life. Popular opinion typically tells a one-sided story of parents who got what they deserved or overly entitled adult children who wrongly blame their parents. However, the reasons for alienation are far more complex and varied. As a result of rising rates of individualism, an increasing cultural emphasis on happiness, growing economic insecurity, and a historically recent perception that parents are obstacles to personal growth, many parents find themselves forever shut out of the lives of their adult children and grandchildren.As a trusted psychologist whose own daughter cut off contact for several years and eventually reconciled, Dr Joshua Coleman is uniquely qualified to guide parents in navigating these fraught interactions. He helps to alleviate the ongoing feelings of shame, hurt, guilt, and sorrow that commonly attend these dynamics. By placing estrangement into a cultural context, Dr Coleman helps parents better understand the mindset of their adult children and teaches them how to implement the strategies for reconciliation and healing that he has seen work in his forty years of practice. Rules of Estrangement gives parents the language and the emotional tools to engage in meaningful conversation with their child, the framework to cultivate a healthy relationship moving forward, and the ability to move on if reconciliation is no longer possible.While estrangement is a complex and tender topic, Dr Coleman's insightful approach is based on empathy and understanding for both the parent and the adult child.Trade ReviewA hopeful, comprehensive, and compassionate guide to navigating one of the most painful experiences for parents and their adult children alike. The Rules of Estrangement candidly addresses parental estrangement from every conceivable angle, steering readers away from shame and blame to a place of newfound understanding and empowerment. I've seen many parents and adult children grappling with these issues, and this is exactly the book they have all been waiting for. * Lori Gottlieb, psychotherapist and 'New York Times' bestselling author of MAYBE YOU SHOULD TALK TO TALK TO SOMEONE *Dr Coleman is one of the few experts in the western world on family estrangement. This book both comforts and challenges parents who are estranged from their adult children, lighting up a path for how they may repair their broken relationships. It offers excellent insights into the sociology and psychology of family relationships, which we too often assume are always supportive, close and functional. I would recommend this book to anyone looking to learn from years of refined specialist practice in this important field. * Becca Bland, Chief Executive, Stand Alone Charity *A must-read guide for any parent in a troubled relationship with their adult child. * Ruth Whippman, author of THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS *Family estrangement is shrouded in shame and secrecy, yet in Dr Coleman's experienced hands, both the causes and consequences of estrangement become far easier to comprehend. Crucially, Dr Coleman explores the complexity of estrangement whilst extending kindness and compassion for all involved. Rules of Estrangement is essential reading for anyone looking to gain insight and understanding on this topic. * Dr Lucy Blake, Senior Lecturer in Children, Young People and Families, Edge Hill University *I have, for many years, recommended people to see Dr Coleman, but until I read this book I don't think I ever knew the extraordinary range of his gifts. An inspirational book. * Pepper Schwartz, Ph.D. Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Washington, Seattle. Expert: 'Married at First Sight' *While this is a book primarily written for parents, his compassionate view of the estranged adult child offers helpful insights for all generations involved. * Joel Kramer, Psy.D.; John Douglas French Alzheimer’s Foundation Endowed Professor of Neuropsychology in Neurology, University of California, San Francisco Medical Center *Rejecting glib indictments of 'toxic parents' or 'ungrateful kids', Coleman offers calming advice on ways that estranged families can recover or move on. * Stephanie Coontz, author, THE WAY WE NEVER WERE *Joshua Coleman has provided a beautifully written book that describes painful disruptions in relationships between parents and their adult children. His wise and authoritative strategies and specific tips will prove to be essential for both younger and older generations and for clinicians who attempt to foster hope and relationship repair in these poignant family ruptures. * Philip A. Cowan, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology, Emeritus; University of California, Berkeley, and coauthor (with Carolyn Pape Cowan, Ph.D) of WHEN PARTNERS BECOME PARENTS (2000) , *Joshua Coleman provides compassionate and useful advice to parents and their adult children who are trying to navigate the minefield of past family experience. His work with families is engaging, informative, exceedingly helpful. * Frank Furstenberg, Zellerbach Family Professor of Sociology, Emeritus, University of Pennsylvania *A very thoughtful book filled with great wisdom and care. The advice is heartfelt, intelligent, and will be very helpful to many parents facing an array of complicated issues in their relationship with their adult children. * Amy J.L. Baker, PhD, author of ADULT CHILDREN AND PARENTAL ALIENATION SYNDROME *Shows how to navigate the challenges of estrangement with compassion and empathy, and offers adults, and their children, a path forward. * Charles Duhigg, bestselling author of THE POWER OF HABIT and SMARTER FASTER BETTER *

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Book Synopsis_______________'A richly woven novel The voice that guides us around this world darts with wit and lightness in a way that is unique and often lovely' - Rana Dasgupta, Guardian'The plot gallops along, ensuring a gripping read thought-provoking' - Independent'A highly accomplished novel A multi-layered but shrewdly simple tale' - New Statesman, Books of the Year_______________BY THE ACCLAIMED WINNER OF THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTIONWhen I can bear no more of separation, when I have learnt all that absence can teach me of desire, the walls will shimmer and I will step out of the mirage, into your arms. Fourteen years after the disappearance of her fearless, beautiful mother, Samina, Aasmaani clings onto the dream of her return, refusing to believe she is dead. Now grown up and living in the bustling chaos and rich culture of modern-day Karachi, she receives longed-for proof that her mother is still alive, and the seed of her hope germinates. In her search for the truth of what really happened all those years ago, an unexpected romance will flower and the questions that have plagued her for years will be answered. Broken Verses is a deeply moving account of love, loss and motherhood, asking us to reconcile all that we believe about our families. _______________'An elegant, challenging novel about love, loss and deception vibrant' - Daily Mail'Sparkling prose and formidable wit' - Daily Telegraph

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Book SynopsisThis is a book for a very special dad! Bursting with heartfelt quotes about the joys and quirks of fatherhood, and a host of thoughtful sayings to help you to express your love and appreciation, it's the perfect small gift to make him smile and show him he's a dad in a million!

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Book SynopsisThe PERFECT GIFT for that superhero, saint, figure of worship or, if none of those apply, your plain dear old dad.''Shawn has set up his own firework display in the garden.Those big displays are rubbish, he tells his son. You can''t see a thing.When Shawn''s son has seen the firework, they will go back indoors. Fireworks are more expensive than Shawn expected.''_______''What does a hippopotamus eat, dad?'' asks Philip''Children who ask for stuff in the gift shop,'' says his dad.Being a dad is brilliant.''_______This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enab

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Book SynopsisPowerful, emotive, unforgettable -- Mama speaks to all mothers in the international language of love. This is a stunning collection of vivid portraits and intimate reflections on motherhood from around the globe. Mama uniquely portrays the emotions and experiences that unite mothers from different times and diverse cultures. Twenty-one striking watercolour portraits and lively pencil sketches by acclaimed artist Quentin Gréban are paired with Hélène Delforge's lyrical words to create a thought-provoking celebration of motherhood in all its complexity: the satisfaction and the sadness, the frustration and the fun -- and, always, the love.This moving and joyful book is a perfect gift for mamas everywhere.Trade Review'A gorgeous, moving look at motherhood from different cultures and eras. Each of Gréban's breath-taking pencil and watercolor illustrations of a mother and child is paired with a free form poem by Delforge imagining the experience and thoughts of that mother. A wonderfully diverse portrayal of motherhood is presented, including a mother who's been left behind by a child's father, a mother who has lost their child, mothers who are frustrated with unwanted advice, and mothers who have mixed feelings about motherhood. An array of cultural dress and styles are also presented in this stunning book... A first purchase for all libraries serving new parents.'-- School Library Journal'Though both these contributors live on the same street in Brussels, this is very much a book about motherhood with a global outlook. How unusual. And welcome. I wouldn't go so far as to say all the world is here, but there's a hell of a lot more of it than we usually see in the Eurocentric west. And Greban's illustrations are exquisite... Delforge's words are simple, sweet, sentimental, and affecting. Mama is tender, beautiful, sweet, imperfect, partial, sometimes disappointing, over-sentimental, and infuriating. Just like motherhood.'-- Chitra Ramaswamy, author of Expecting: The Inner Life of Pregnancy'This is a book that sinks into your soul the more you read it. Incredibly powerful, at times raw. Motherhood with all its power and vulnerability. Mama: A World of Mothers and Motherhood is something phenomenally special. This would make a wonderful gift for Mother's Day.It's a book of hopes, dreams, joys, frustrations, guilt, despair and everything in between. The myriad of emotions you can feel in just one day as a mother.I adored Quentin's representation of different periods of time and cultures from around the world. There's a whole story and more in each of his portraits and the delicate line drawings that are on each double spread.'-- Busy Busy Learning'This is a beautiful book taking an inclusive view of many facets of motherhood: the highs and lows, the pleasures and pains of being the primary carer for a young child... This would be a wonderful gift for someone reflecting on motherhood.'-- Kindling'This is the most gorgeous celebration of motherhood. What's wonderful about the book is that it acknowledges the range of motherhood in all its meanings. There are voices from mothers around the world, covering a spectrum of motherhood experiences and all that being a mother can mean to different people: feeling bored on the bus, then regretting that the journey time ever felt wasted; covering a changed body with tattoos; the grief of losing a child; the guilt of going to war and leaving a child; parenting alone; exhaustion; old age. The illustrations are absolutely beautiful. This is a wonderful book full of emotion.'-- Juno 'A beautiful dedication to the mother figures of the world... The stories are beautiful and very emotional. I appreciated the diversity of the illustrations: indigenous women are displayed, women of color, working mothers, mothers who are exhausted, and mothers who are happy. The illustrations look like paintings.' -- Youth Services Book Review'This gorgeous book just sent me on a rollercoaster of emotions -- from smiling, to laughing, to tears, and back to smiling. I was completely swept away by the images and especially by the words -- so many memories and so very poignant. Every mom should have this book!' -- Kit Little, NAIBA (New Atlantic Independent Booksellers Association)'This picture book combines lyrical text with striking pencil and watercolour portraits by a renowned Belgian illustrator. Each two-page spread captures a moment in time, a snapshot of the myriad ways of being a mother. Brimming with love but also recognising how hard motherhood can be, this book is essentially a beautiful letter of support for mamas everywhere.'-- Five Books'So incredibly beautiful, so detailed, and portrays a wonderfully diverse group of mothers. The poems were written for and inspired by these gorgeous portraits, and each one is so fitting, sharing the trials and tribulations of motherhood. From those sweet moments to the most challenging ones, sharing the beauty and vulnerability of motherhood itself.'-- Kids Corner Book Club'WOW! Is all I can say about this STUNNING book of portraits and poetry. Each page reflects on the universal journey that is young motherhood. The beauty, heartbreak, bone crushing fatigue, and hope for the future that comes with taking care of little ones. This large format hardcover book is beautiful and unforgettable.'-- Drama Mama Reads'It is so incredibly beautiful, so detailed, and portrays a wonderfully diverse group of mothers. The poems were written for and inspired by these gorgeous portraits, and each one is so fitting, sharing the trials and tribulations of motherhood. From those sweetest moments to the most challenging ones, sharing the beauty and vulnerability of motherhood itself. [...] A wonderful gift for mom this Mother’s Day.'-- Kids Corner Book Club'This book made me reflect on all the small moments both in my short six years as a mother and in the generations before me that all add up to many whole women whose experiences are so intertwined in this powerful identity of motherhood. Conversely, how that identity is only one facet of who I am even if all the decisions I made in my life now revolve around the well-being of this perfect small human who began life growing inside of me. This book is one to sit with, one to reflect with, one to gift to moms to be in your life, and to those who are deep in the muck alongside you. It celebrates our babies (both beside us, and those no longer earthside), our bodies, and all of the feelings that run through our heads each and every day.'-- Inclusive Story Time'If there's a book you should buy for yourself this Mother's Day, this is 100% it. Buy it for your sister too. And your mom friends, sister-in-laws, maybe even your own mother, too. Matter of fact, buy it for every Mama you know because it's that wonderful! And, if you love poetry as much as I do, you will absolutely LOVE the way this book is written. This entire masterpiece is full of the most genuine & real aspects about motherhood that you were never able to put into words yourself. I love that this book connects all mamas together, regardless of their parenting journey. There is no judgement, no shame, no guilt, just mamas being mamas and loving their babies with every fiber of their being. It's no secret that these illustrations are the first thing you notice about this book. They're gorgeous, how could you not?! Throughout the entire book, these breathtaking snapshots into motherhood bring even more beauty to the pages pairing so perfectly with the words.'-- Oh the Books We Love'Since I started this account there have been two picture books to make me cry, Saturdays are for Stella & The Longest Letsgoboy, and now Mama makes the third. There is a reason this book is all over bookstagram right now. This beautiful new release does a great job at capturing the complexities of parenting, good and the bad. Child loss is mentioned which feels like a major aspect of parenthood that's often overlooked in picture books. It feels like a timeless book to have around that can mean many different things to readers at different stages in life in the best way. I loved the depiction of motherhood through a worldwide lens highlighting what a universal human experience raising children is. The artwork is gorgeous with lyrical thought provoking text that make this a wonderful pick as a gift for mothers everywhere.'-- Kid Lit is Lit'What a gorgeous, gorgeous book. First, let me be clear. This is a book FOR mamas. Sure, it's a picture book, and you can read it with your kids, but mamas this one is for you. Just be sure that you have some tissues handy. To begin with, the illustrations are stunning. This could easily be a coffee table book based on the cover, and every illustration inside is just as beautiful. But the words! Written in captivating verse, they are a story of motherhood - with perspectives from the past, the present, and from all around the world - from both mothers and children. Stories of hearing that first "mama"" to the sacrifices we make. Of the mistakes mamas make to the anxious thoughts we have about keeping our babies safe. Of loss and exhaustion - and always, love.'-- Girls Read the World'I am going to hold on to this book forever. As a woman/mother we go through a lot from sleepless nights to hormonal imbalances, from loss to surrogacy, from IVF shots to memory loss. Mama is a thought-provoking celebration of motherhood: happiness, satisfaction, sadness, frustration, fun, and love. This powerful and moving celebration of mamas everywhere explores the experience of motherhood through strikingly intimate portraits and thought-provoking reflections. A book filled with emotions and experiences that unite mothers from different times and diverse cultures.'-- Homeschooling Abhi'Featuring moms from different cultures, time periods, and circumstances, there are sure to be multiple passages in this book that resonate with your motherhood experience. The beautiful verses capture the wide array of emotions we experience in motherhood: joy, fear, exhaustion, pride, guilt, grief, appreciation, hope but most importantly love. What I find especially fascinating about this book is that the words were inspired by the illustrations, instead of vice versa. It gives this book a unique feel and opens up the illustrations for interpretation based on our own experiences as mothers.'-- The Blossoming Bibliophiles'This is such a beautiful heartwarming book. It's more for mothers than for kids. The author has written about motherhood from different eras and cultures. I loved reading all the writings and just thinking how relatable they all are. The illustrations are so captivating and stunning you really can't stop looking at them. This makes a perfect gift for a first time mom or any mom really.'-- Nura's Little Library'Captures the myriad of emotions and experiences mothers have regardless of time and place.'-- Kids Read the World'Powerful, filled with love, unforgettable... This is a beautiful and lyrical collection of vivid portraits and intimate reflections on motherhood from around the globe.'-- Books and Cookies LA'Originally published in French, the sentiments and illustrations in this oversize book easily translate into several different languages. That isn't because of the simplicity of the text, which is powerful, intimate, moving, and eloquent, capturing effectively the various feelings mothers have for their offspring, but because the sentiments are so relatable and timeless. In the lines, mothers ponder their own futures as well as their children, worry about their health, spend time guiding them in the right directions, and offer as many kisses as are requested, even a hundred or more, to reassure the little ones of love. The striking images, full-page paintings featuring mothers from around the world, offer different perspectives of motherhood and focus on a mother's eyes, her feet, her tattooed back, her watchful eyes in the rearview mirror of a car, always careful, always on guard against the world that might do harm to her precious one, and in one case, mourning a loss and pondering if a death means that one is no longer a mother. Gorgeous, glorious illustrations worthy of framing in a museum are accompanied by carefully-chosen words.'-- Barbara, Goodreads reviewer'Tender and beautifully illustrated book to encourage mothers. Delforge takes readers on a trip through all the emotions and activities of motherhood. Moms everywhere will connect with her words and rhythms as they move through their lives. Greban's illustrations capture the exhaustion, worry and love involved in this special bond between a mother and her child.A beautiful gift book for new mothers.'-- Pam, Goodreads reviewer'The artwork in this book was completely stunning. It depicts motherhood across cultures and history, with each illustration accompanied by text reflecting a mother's thoughts to her child. I imagine this would be an enjoyable book to add to any parents' collection.'-- A. J., Goodreads reviewer

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Book SynopsisA Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian is bestselling author Marina Lewycka''s hilarious and award winning debut novel, now available as a Penguin Essential for the first time. ''Two years after my mother died, my father fell in love with a glamorous blonde Ukrainian divorcée. He was eighty-four and she was thirty-six. She exploded into our lives like a fluffy pink grenade, churning up the murky water, bringing to the surface a sludge of sloughed-off memories, giving the family ghosts a kick up the backside.'' Sisters Vera and Nadezhda must aside a lifetime of feuding to save their émigré engineer father from voluptuous gold-digger Valentina. With her proclivity for green satin underwear and boil-in-the-bag cuisine, she will stop at nothing in her pursuit of Western wealth.But the sisters'' campaign to oust Valentina unearths family secrets, uncovers fifty years of Europe''s darkest history and sends them back to roots they''d much rather forget . . .''It''s rare to find a first novel that gets so much right . . . Lewycka is a seriously talented comic writer'' Time Out''Hugely enjoyable . . . yields a golden harvest of family truths'' Daily Telegraph''Delightful, funny, touching'' SpectatorTrade ReviewIt's rare to find a first novel that gets so much right . . . Lewycka is a seriously talented comic writer * Time Out *More than just a jolly romp with political undertones is the way it captures the peculiar flavour of Eastern European immigrant life . . . a very rich mixture indeed, as well as very enjoyable reading * Daily Express *Funny, gritty, original ... one I adore * Independent *Remarkable, a lovely novel * Sunday Telegraph *An extraordinary read . . . nothing short of amazing. A rare treat, all too easy to gulp down in one greedy sitting * Spectator *Outstanding * Literary Review *Extremely funny * The Times *Intelligent, lively, well written and compassionate * Financial Times *Ploughs a rich comic furrow * Daily Telegraph *A clever, touching story * Economist *Mad and hilarious * Grazia *Hilarious * The Times *A delightful first novel . . . an understanding of history, a profundity, and yet a lightness of touch, that are a joy... funny and touching * The Daily Mail *Hugely enjoyable . . . yields a golden harvest of family truths * The Times *Memorably inventive, unexpectedly moving * Daily Telegraph *Wit, humour, sparkling dialogue, vivid characterization and generous spirit. Food for thought and a great read * Daily Mail *Enthralling * Sunday Times *Thought-provoking, uproariously funny, a comic feast. A riotous oil painting of senility, lust and greed * TLS *More than just a jolly romp with political undertones is the way it captures the peculiar flavour of Eastern European immigrant life . . . a very rich mixture indeed, as well as very enjoyable reading * The Times *A delightful first novel . . . an understanding of history, a profundity, and yet a lightness of touch, that are a joy . . . funny, touching and completely convincing * The Spectator *

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Book Synopsis''One day there is life . . . And then, suddenly, it happens there is death.''So begins Paul Auster''s moving and personal meditation on fatherhood, The Invention of Solitude. The first section, ''Portrait of an Invisible Man'', reveals Auster''s memories and feelings after the death of his father. In ''The Book of Memory'' the perspective shifts to Auster''s role as a father. The narrator, ''A.'', contemplates his separation from his son, his dying grandfather and the solitary nature of writing and story-telling. With all the keen literary intelligence familiar from The New York Trilogy or Sunset Park, Paul Auster crafts an intensely intimate work from a ground-breaking combination of introspection, meditation and biography.

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Book SynopsisJeffrey Mason is the creator and author of the bestselling Hear Your Story series and is the founder of the company Hear Your Story. In response to his own father's fight with Alzheimer's, Jeffrey wrote his first two books, Mom, I Want to Hear Your Story and Dad, I Want to Hear Your Story in 2018. Since then, he has written over 25 books, been published in three languages, and sold over 500,000 copies worldwide.Jeffrey is dedicated to spreading the mission that the little things are the big things and that each of us has an incredible life story that needs to be shared. He continues to create books that he hopes will guide people to reflect on and share their full life experience and create opportunities for talking, listening, learning, and understanding.Hear Your Story can be visited at hearyourstorybooks.com.Jeffrey can be contacted for questions, comments, podcasting, and speaking engagements at jmason@hearyourstory.com.He would be grateful if you would help people to find his books by leaving a review on Amazon. Your feedback helps him get better at this thing he loves.

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Book SynopsisA beautiful coloured fabric and gold foil blocked gift journal for your father to capture and share his wonderful memories and stories. Designed to make it easy for every father to capture his life story and aspirations, each journal includes 60 thoughtful questions to inspire your dad to enjoy telling his story by describing the past, the present and thinking about the future. With space for accompanying photos and memorabilia alongside his handwritten memories these classic, yet contemporary books, are covered in soft fabric making these tactile editions truly timeless keepsakes. Finished with gold foil and gold ribbons they make fabulous gifts for any father on his birthday, at Christmas, on Father's Day or simply to show him you care. The Timeless Collection is available in 9 titles: Mum, Dad, Grandma, Grandad, Daughter, Son, Sister, Brother & Friend.

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Book SynopsisDear Nanny (sketch design) is an award-winning journal filled with over 60 fun and inspiring questions carefully created to inspire any grandmother to tell her story - probably one of the most valuable gifts you will ever buy. Everyone has stories to share about their own amazing life and it is so important to find ways to capture and treasure them. Dear Nanny contains 60 carefully designed questions to ask her about her life. Ask her to complete it carefully, adding photos and memorabilia along the way. Find out how things have changed throughout her life, what things did she do as a child that are different from today. What were her own parents really like and what adventures has she had in her life. Discover what your own mum or dad was like when they were young! What about your own relationship with your grandmother, what are her favourite memories of the times you have spent together and is there any advice she would like to give you? When you get her completed journal returned to you, this will be one of the most emotional presents you have ever received. A great gift for Mother's Day, Grandparent's Day, her birthday, an anniversary, Christmas or just because you care ...

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Book SynopsisThe thirtieth anniversary edition of a twentieth century classic - an unforgettable journey through 1960s Morocco, based on the author''s own childhoodFor fans of Gerald Durrell''s My Family and Other Animals, Laurie Lee''s Cider With Rosie and Elizabeth Gilbert''s Eat Pray LoveQuirky, charming and suffused the footloose spirit of the sixties, this is the irresistible story of an English woman who decides on a whim to move herself and her two young daughters to Morocco. The ensuing adventure takes them through richly perfumed markets, dilapidated hotels and mystical Sufi retreats, via friendships and feuds, romances with nomadic street performers, hitch-hiking and nights camping by the coast - all seen through the eyes of a precocious five-year-old girl. Rediscover this transporting modern classic about the spirit of freedom, filled with the sights, smells and textures of twentieth century Morocco.Trade ReviewA tour de force * London Review of Books *Whimsical, evocative, heartfelt... Synthesizing a blur of images, Hideous Kinky is a song of childhood exile, a paean to the troublesome beauty of life on the run * New York Times *Funny and appealing... It has a delightful lightness of being * Times Literary Supplement *Just open the book and begin, and instantly you will be charmed, then intrigued and finally moved by this fascinating story * Spectator *Genuine and endearing... Esther Freud is adroit at capturing the way adult follies appear to a child [and] she has a gift for unstated hilarity... Like the sword swallowers in the marketplace, she manages to make it look effortless * Los Angeles Times *

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Book SynopsisCelebrate 10 wonderful years of Sam Usher's SEASONS quartet with this beautiful anniversary edition.Follow Grandad and Boy as they embark on an incredible adventure through the seasons - frolicking in the winter snow; splashing in the spring rain; basking in the summer sun; and soaring through the sky before gliding back down to earth during an epic autumn storm.This beautiful anniversary edition combines all four books in Sam Usher's Seasons saga into one charming treasury, featuring exclusive rough artwork and a special foreword from Sam himself.Perfect for gifting to grandchildren and loved ones, celebrate a decade of foot-hopping family fun with this delightful new edition.

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Book SynopsisDear Grandpa (sketch design) is an award-winning journal filled with over 60 fun and inspiring questions carefully created to inspire any grandfather to tell his story - probably one of the most valuable gifts you will ever buy. Everyone has stories to share about their own amazing life ... and it is so important to find ways to capture and treasure them. Dear Grandpa contains 60 carefully designed questions to ask him about his life. Ask him to complete it carefully, adding photos and memorabilia along the way. Find out how things have changed throughout his life, what things did he do as a child that are different from today. What were his own parents really like and what adventures has he had in her life. Discover what your own Mum or Dad was like when they were young! What about your own relationship with your grandfather, what are his favourite memories of the times you have spent together and is there any advice he would like to give you? When you get his completed journal returned to you, this will be one of the most emotional presents you have ever received. A great gift for Father's Day, Grandparent's Day, his birthday, an anniversary, Christmas or just because you care ...

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Book SynopsisAn inspirational fill-in gift book to complete and give to your mum.Often we find it difficult to express our true feelings to the ones we love. This beautiful journal is a very special way to say 'I love you' to your mum. Fill in the prompted pages and gift to your mum as a sign of your deep connection to one another.

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents comes the guided journal, with self-reflective writing practices to help you heal from the past, set intentions for healthier relationships, and reconnect with your true self.With this empowering journal, readers will explore how their well-being has been negatively impacted by their parents, and cultivate a deeper connection with their true self.If you grew up with an emotionally immature, unavailable, or selfish parent, you may recall your childhood as a time when your emotional needs were not met or dismissed-and you may have lingering feelings of anger, loneliness, betrayal, and abandonment as a result. As an adult, you have likely fought hard to establish your own sense of self, and heal the invisible wounds caused by your parent. Now, let this compassionate journal guide you even further on your journey toward self-development and personal growth.Based o

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Book SynopsisA revolutionary new parenting method by the New York Times bestselling author of The Conscious Parent and The Awakened Family. We parents are plagued with doubt. In an ever-changing world our children must adapt constantly to the demands of the modern world - and we as parents do too. With social media pressures, generational expectations, and a mental health crisis sweeping the younger generation, parenting can be a challenging and uncertain journey through uncharted territory.Dr Shefali, a therapist who has worked with thousands of parents - and is a parent herself - is here to provide a helping hand. Empowering parents with her revolutionary conscious parenting method, The Parenting Map will lead you on an exciting path of growth, helping you to disrupt unhealthy belief patterns and overcome deeply ingrained fears so you can find an authentic connection between yourself and your children.Following a step-by-step plan to navigate everyday chalTrade ReviewDr. Shefali has yet again gifted us with a paradigm shifting book of empowerment. This step-by-step guide is for all those who are ready to truly understand the journey of self-aware parenting. -- Dr. Nicole LePera, psychologist and New York Times bestselling author of Do the WorkBreak free from the destructive patterns of your past. For parents with kids of all ages, The Parenting Map is the solution-oriented guide you have been looking for to raise independent, authentic, and happy children. -- Gabby Bernstein, New York Times bestselling author of The Universe Has Your BackRaising children in our crazy world has never been harder. Dr. Shefali's classic The Conscious Parent was a game changer that introduced me to the idea of intentional and self-aware parenting. And with The Parenting Map, she has done what seemed impossible, she's given us the playbook! This is the book you have been looking for to raise independent, authentic, and happy children. -- Eva Longoria BastonThe Parenting Map is a must-have for all stages of the parenting journey. It offers insight on self-aware parenting, which teaches us that when we heal ourselves, we become our children's best possible caretakers and champions. We can all use these gentle tools to be the engaged, empathetic parents our children need. -- Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt, mother, New York Times bestselling author, and advocateIn this essential work, Dr. Shefali shares the wisdom of her generous heart and deep insights gleaned from decades of clinical experience. The result is an easy-to-follow, illuminating, and eminently practical guide to making conscious parenting an everyday reality for our children and ourselves." -- Gabor Maté, M.D, New York Times bestselling author of The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness and Healing in a Toxic Culture

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Book SynopsisJeffrey Mason is the creator and author of the bestselling Hear Your Story series and is the founder of the company Hear Your Story. In response to his own father's fight with Alzheimer's, Jeffrey wrote his first two books, Mom, I Want to Hear Your Story and Dad, I Want to Hear Your Story in 2018. Since then, he has written over 25 books, been published in three languages, and sold over 500,000 copies worldwide.Jeffrey is dedicated to spreading the mission that the little things are the big things and that each of us has an incredible life story that needs to be shared. He continues to create books that he hopes will guide people to reflect on and share their full life experience and create opportunities for talking, listening, learning, and understanding.Hear Your Story can be visited at hearyourstorybooks.com.Jeffrey can be contacted for questions, comments, podcasting, and speaking engagements at jmason@hearyourstory.com.He would be grateful if you would help people to find his books by leaving a review on Amazon. Your feedback helps him get better at this thing he loves.

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Book SynopsisDive into this hilarious, fully illustrated guide packed with tongue-in-cheek tips to prepare you for the rollercoaster ride of a lifetime - being a grandparent!Attention all grandparents! This book is the essential guide to navigating the treacherous waters of spoiling grandchildren, mastering the art of babysitting, perfecting your cake-baking skills, and much more. Being a grandparent can come with all sorts of challenges. Perhaps you''re wondering how to stay trendy in order to impress your grandkids, or wanting to discover the secret to maintaining your sanity during endless rounds of Baby Shark? Whatever questions you might have, this book is the ticket to grandparenting greatness. Charmingly illustrated by Ian Baker, How to Survive Being a Grandparent is packed with tongue-in-cheek advice that will have you chuckling from page to page. Whether you''re a seasoned grandparent or a newcomer just learning the ropes, you''ll learn to embrace the chaos, stock up on all the supplies you''ll need, and cherish your most rewarding adventure yet - grandparenthood!

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Book SynopsisThe PERFECT GIFT for that special grandparent you know so well and love with all your heart but whom you haven''t got a clue what to get her for a present. Not a bloody clue._______________________________________Grandparents are versatile. They are babysitters, weather forecasters, mother''s helpers, sweet collectors, child-minders, knitwear suppliers, au pairs, curators of G-plan furniture and providers of day-care for the under twelves.Retirement is an exhausting job._______________________________________Grandparents spend a lot of time in the garden making everything tidy and pretty, so they have something tidy and pretty to look at while they are doing the gardening_______________________________________ This delightful book is part of the Ladybird series specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoug

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Book SynopsisIn this important sequel to Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents, author Lindsay Gibson offers powerful tools to help you step back and protect yourself at the first sign of an emotional takeover, make sure your emotions and needs are respected, and break free from the coercive control of emotionally immature parents. Growing up with emotionally immature parents (EIPs) can leave you feeling lonely and neglected. You may have trouble setting limits and expressing your feelings. And you may even be more susceptible to other emotionally immature people as you establish adult relationships. In addition, as your parents become older, they may still treat your emotions with mockery and contempt, be dismissive and discounting of your reality and try to control and diminish your sense of emotional autonomy and freedom of thought. In short, EIPs can be self-absorbed, inconsistent and contradictory. So, how can you recover from their toxic behaviour? Drawing on the success of her popular self-help book, Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents, author Lindsay Gibson offers yet another essential resource. With this follow-up guide, you'll learn practical skills to help you recognize the signs of an EIP, protect yourself against an emotional takeover, reconnect with your own emotions and needs and gain emotional autonomy in all your relationships. This is a how-to book, with doable exercises and active tips and suggestions for what to say and do to increase emotional autonomy and self-awareness. If you're ready to stop putting your own needs last, clear the clutter of self-doubt, and move beyond the fear of judgment and punishment that's been instilled in you by emotionally immature parents, this book will help you find the freedom to finally live your life your way.

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Book SynopsisA “wonderfully innovative” (Jennifer Senior, New York Times bestseller All Joy and No Fun), much-needed guide for parents of people in their twenties and thirties from one of the world’s leading developmental psychologists.Your child is now an adult, but your job as a parent is far from over. Instead, your role must evolve to meet their ongoing, changing needs. But what exactly are these new needs? And why are they so different now than they were when you were a young adult? This is the first comprehensive guide written for parents whose children are in two of the most crucial decades of life. Steinberg discusses topics as various as whether you should be involved in your child’s college education, how to behave when they unexpectedly must move back home, how to state your opinion on their romantic partners, what to do when you disagree with the way they are raising their own child, and what parameters to apply if you want to

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Book SynopsisAs all good grannies know, the most precious gift they can offer their grandchildren is time...In The Good Granny Guide, Jane Fearnley-Whittingstall provides a wonderfully entertaining insight into the joys - and pitfalls - of being a grandmother. A closely involved granny of five, she has gathered first-hand tips from other grandparents and their families in many different situations. The result is a vast resource of wisdom, history and humour, offering a range of practical ideas to help you make the most of the time you spend with your grandchildren, plus invaluable advice on everything from childcare trouble-shooting to what NOT to say to the daughter-in-law.Trade ReviewGranny Jane gets the golden rules right. She is absolutely spot on... * The Times *Tips on how to spoil the grandkids without ruining your relationship with their Mum and Dad. * Woman's Own *Even perfect grandmas could pick up a trick or two from this witty compliation of first-hand advice. * Mail on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisThe perfect gift for new grandparents, packed with humorous tips and tongue-in-cheek advice on how to look after the newest additions to the familyJust when you thought your children were off your hands... along come the grandchildren! It's time to wave goodbye to that fleeting peace and quiet and say hello to a world you remember all too well.But wait - everything is different now! Who is going to teach you how to operate the over-complicated car seat, or help you solve the perennial problem of how to change a loaded nappy with just one wet wipe? Because, let's be honest, things aren't what they used to be.Packed with comical illustrations and amusing tips, this indispensable handbook is here to guide you through the pleasures and pitfalls of grandparenthood. Most importantly, though, it'll teach you how to keep the grandkids quiet while you catch up on your nap-time.

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Book SynopsisThe must-have grandparents book!*An Oprah's Favorite Things Pick* Write now, read later, treasure forever: Whether your grandchild is still a baby or all grown up, sharing your stories is giving the gift of a lifetime. With this keepsake collection of 12 letters, you can fill each with words of wisdom that only a grandparent can impart. Then postdate, seal with the included stickers, and save to gift to your grandchild at a later date. Included are 12 letters that each begin with a unique prompt, such as:- Here is a special story about our family . . . - What I want you to know about me . . . - The best advice anyone ever gave me was . . . - My wishes for you are . . . From the creator of the bestselling Letters to My Baby and extended series, this unique book of letters lets grandparents create a paper time capsule that will become a priceless heirloom for generations to cherish forever.GRANDMA GIFTS FOR NEW BABY: A fresh twist on photo albums or memory books, Letters to My Grandchild encourages deep connections between grandparents and grandchildren, capturing special moments during childhood to share in the years to come. TIME-TESTED AND ENDURINGLY POPULAR: Created by Lea Redmond, author of the bestselling Letters to . . . book series that has sold more than 2 million copies worldwide and includes Letters to My Baby, Letters to My Daughter, Letters to My Son, andLetters to My Grandparent. LETTERS TO OPEN WHEN: The finished set of special notes makes a great gift for graduation, a milestone birthday, or a wedding day. Fans have praised the special value of a grandchild having a sample of a grandparent's handwriting to cherish always.Perfect for:- Gifts for first-time grandma, grandpa, nana, papa, or grandparents welcoming more children into the family - A fresh twist on a guided journal or memory book to capture special moments with a grandchild to share in the future - An engaging way to record family history for posterity - Fans and users of other bestsellers in the Letters to . . . series

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Book SynopsisWhether we are over-eager or burnt-out grandparents, very involved or unsure how to help grandparents, this heart-warming little book can help us to be the best grandparent that we can possibly be, being there for, and bringing out the best in, our beloved grandchildren.

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Book SynopsisFor most of her adult life, Dara Kurtz kept a Ziploc bag of letters written by her mother who passed away from cancer when she was twenty-eight years old. The bag also included other letters written by her long-departed grandmothers. These letters gave Dara a glimpse into their lives and personalities at the time the letters were written. They offered her so much wisdom and relevance and taught her so many beautiful, life lessons that Dara decided to share their story, the incredible love between Jewish mothers and daughters, and the wisdom passed on from one generation to the next. As a mother, Dara has passed down these family traditions and wisdom to her two daughters, who now carry on the legacy contained in the Ziploc bag bridging the generations of women in their family. She unexpected discovered that this is best done through the lens of love and through the hand-written word.

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Book Synopsis*A New York Times bestseller!*An urgently needed guide to help parents understand their teenagers' intense and often fraught emotional lives - and how to support them through this critical developmental stage - from the New York Times bestselling author of Untangled and Under PressureIn teenagers, powerful emotions come with the territory. And with so many of today's teens contending with academic pressure, social media stress, worries about the future, and concerns about their own mental health, it's easy for them - and their parents - to feel anxious and overwhelmed. But it doesn't have to be that way.With clear, research-informed explanations alongside illuminating, real-life examples, The Emotional Lives of Teenagers gives parents the concrete, practical information they need to steady their teens through the bumpy yet transformational journey into adulthood.Trade ReviewThis book offers a crucial reframing that helps us understand teens, their emotions, and their behavior. I couldn't love it more. Damour gifts parents the knowledge, words, and practical advice needed to reach our teens so that we can help them become happy, healthy, and fully themselves. -- Tina Payne Bryson, New York Times Bestselling co-author of THE WHOLE-BRAIN CHILD, NO-DRAMA DISCIPLINE and THE POWER OF SHOWING UPThis book is required reading for anyone who worries that their kids aren't happy, aren't happy enough, or might be happy now but could become unhappy in the future. Lisa Damour explains why intense feelings-including negative ones-are a key part of teenage development, and how we can help young people (and ourselves) understand, express, manage, and most importantly, embrace the full spectrum of human emotion. The Emotional Lives of Teenagers is written as clearly, usefully, and warmly as anything I've read about the psychology of adolescence. As a psychologist and a mother of two teenagers, I give it my highest recommendation! -- Angela Duckworth, New York Times bestselling author of GRIT and co-founder of Character LabIn her latest book, and her first for parents of all genders, Dr. Damour uses her signature wisdom and relatability to first dispel harmful but pervasive myths about teen mental health, then to reframe our understanding of the mysterious inner workings of teenage emotionality. If, like most parents, you find yourself alienated or confused by your teen's unruly, unknowable, or unpredictable feelings, add this book to the top of your reading pile immediately. It will put you at ease and your child will thank you for becoming the competent and confident resource on whom they want, and need, to depend. -- Michelle Icard, author of FOURTEEN TALKS BY AGE FOURTEENIn The Emotional Lives of Teenagers Lisa Damour applies her powerful intellect, decades of clinical experience, and deep empathy to one of the most essential questions of our time: How can adults best support adolescent mental health? Damour lays out a new, essential framework for understanding teens' emotional lives and hands parents, teachers, coaches, and mentors the playbook they need to help teenagers feel heard, healthy, and whole. -- Jewel, singer/songwriter and mental health advocateI can't recommend The Emotional Lives of Teenagers enough. Damour delivers on her promise to give parents practical and actionable research-backed advice that will ensure their children develop the emotion skills they need to thrive." -- Marc Brackett, PhD, director, Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, professor, Yale Child Study Center, and author of the bestselling book, Permission To Feel.Lisa Damour is a wonderful, rigorous thinker who draws beautifully from both research and clinical practice to help adults understand teenagers. Damour's striking clarity and insight make her the perfect guide for those looking to make sense of teens' emotional lives. -- Richard Weissbourd, author of THE PARENTS WE MEAN TO BETable of Contentsi: Introduction 1: Adolescent Emotion 101: Getting Past Three Big Myths 2: Gender and Emotion 3: Seismic Shift: How Adolescence Puts a New Emotional Spin on Everyday Life 4: Managing Emotions, Part One 5: Managing Emotions, Part Two 6: Conclusion ii: Acknowledgments iii: Notes iv: Recommended Resources v: Index

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Book Synopsis‘Mindful Thoughts for Mothers is the perfect present for mums everywhere. It explores a mother’s world, helping the reader to hold a sense of the “bigger picture” while being present in the day-to-day.’ - Mental Health Foundation‘The opposite of hardline, hectoring motherhood manuals, this charmingly illustrated hardback takes a gentle meander through the motherhood journey.’ - Waitrose WeekendMindful Thoughts for Mothers brings mindful awareness to important moments on the mothering journey. Part of the Mindful Thoughts series, this beautifully illustrated little book meditates on all aspects of motherhood, including: The first few months Your identity as a mother Tantrums Teenagers Boundaries and compromise …and many more Motherhood is one of the most wonderful and powerful experiences we can have in life. As the early years of our children’s lives unfold, we will undoubtedly experience the joys they bring, but will also encounter the stresses and demands that appear daily and nightly on the parenting path. Using mindfulness practice to manage these demands we can become more present and meet life with awareness, in the moment. These 25 focused reflections on motherhood will help you find greater self-understanding and enable you to navigate a mindful path along this exciting journey. If you like this, you might also be interested in Mindful Thoughts for Fathers and Mindful Pregnancy and Birth.Table of ContentsIntroduction Mindfulness in Mothering Love – A Beginning Without End The First Few Months Mothering Together Identity – Self, Mother and Consciousness Threads of Connection The Imperfect Mother Tantrums Impermanence The Daily Grind A Mother’s Radar Challenges and Acceptance Gratitude Adoration and Irritation Humour, Play and Movement Boundaries and Compromise Creativity Food and Body Delegation and Appreciation Conflict and Communication Teenagers – Safety and Surrender Self-nourishment and Renewal Mother Nature, Mother Nurture Celebration and Presence The Motherlines The Journey Onwards Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of Untangled comes the essential guide to how we can help our girls manage anxiety and stress - and flourish along their journey to adulthood.Though anxiety has risen among young people overall, recent studies confirm that it has skyrocketed in girls since the turn of the century - so what's to blame? And how can we help our girls?In the same engaging, anecdotal style and reassuring tone that won over thousands of readers of her first book, Untangled, clinical psychologist Lisa Damour addresses the facts about psychological pressure before turning to the the many facets of girls' lives where stress hits them hard: the parental expectations they face at home, pressures at school, social anxiety among their peers, and on social media. Guiding us through these areas and more, Damour provides critical coping strategies and top tips that will help our daughters to face their fears and find out just how brave they can be.Trade ReviewAn invaluable read for anyone who has girls, works with girls, or cares about girls -- Claire Shipman, bestselling author of THE CONFIDENCE CODETruly a must-read for parents, teachers and mentors wanting to help girls along the path to adulthood -- Julie Lythcott-Haims, bestselling author of HOW TO RAISE AN ADULT[Untangled] is the most down-to-earth, readable parenting book I've come across in a long time. * The Washington Post *a welcome new resource * The Boston Globe (on UNTANGLED) *Damour offers a hopeful, helpful new way for parents to talk about-and with-teenage girls... Parents will want this book on their shelves, next to established classics of the genre. * Publishers Weekly (on UNTANGLED) *I really cannot recommend this book highly enough. It was easy to understand, kept me hooked and has already been passed around to several friends and colleagues. -- Beth Dawson * Times Educational Supplement *

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Book SynopsisA story of raging egos, brutal power struggles and fraught decision making, from the bestselling author of Liar''s Poker, Michael Lewis.Home Game: An Accidental Guide to Fatherhood is probably the most brazenly honest and wickedly funny book about parenting ever written.Michael Lewis thought he''d seen it all. He''d worked in the city. He knew how to deal with the worst excesses of human behaviour. He had cojones. Right?Wrong. He was about to become a father: ''If you remembered what new parenthood was actually like you wouldn''t go around lying to people about how wonderful it is, and you certainly wouldn''t ever do it twice.''Here Lewis reveals his own unique take on new-found paternity: from discovering your three-year-old loves swearing to the ethics of taking your offspring gambling at the races, from toilet-training to the inevitable tantrums - of both parent and child - and the gradual realization that, despite everything, he''s becoming hooked: ''I know for a fact that my children are insane. Or, at any rate, I know that if an adult behaved as my children do, he would be institutionalized. Is it possible that they are contagious?''''Lewis is the finest storyteller of our generation'' Malcolm GladwellTrade Review'[Praise for Liar's Poker] As traders would say, this book is a buy' Financial Times '[Praise for Liar's Poker] Wickedly funny' Daily Express '[Praise for Liar's Poker] Read all about it: headlong greed, inarticulate obscenity, Animal House horseplay' Sunday Times '[Praise for Liar's Poker] An amazing book, readable, funny and mind-boggling' Punch

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Book SynopsisA fatherless Danish/Greenlandic girl exemplifies a generation of outcast mixed blood children denied their legal dual citizenship rights

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Book SynopsisPreserve your life story and pass it down to your family in this beautiful keepsake memory book.Grandma's Story is a guided journal thoughtfully designed to help grandmothers record their special memories and share them with their grandchildren and family. Designed by bestselling artist Korie Herold, this keepsake book offers writing prompts and journaling pages to guide grandmothers along as they record their life’s most precious moments. This book is the perfect gift for Mother's Day, birthdays, or any time of year for your grandmother.Sections and writing prompts include:• Early Childhood: What was your house like growing up? What were your favorite toys or playtime activities?• School Years: What did you think you wanted to be when you grew up? What were you like as a teenager?• Work and Travel: What was your first job? What family vacations do you remember the most?• Love and Family: What’s your best relationship advice? How did you feel when you found out you were going to be a grandfather?• Character and Values: What do you value most in life? What family values do you hope to pass down?• Hypotheticals and Curiosities: What's something you wish you had done differently? What's the best advice you ever received?• Words of Wisdom: Additional space to write letters to your familySpecial features include:• Elegant linen with gold foil cover• Acid-free and archival paper• Layflat design allows you to easily write in the book• Carefully developed designs and prompts allow to you reflect and remember

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Book SynopsisHelp your grandfather preserve his life story and pass it down to your family in this beautiful keepsake memory book. Grandpa's Story is a guided journal thoughtfully designed to help grandfathers record their special memories and share them with their grandchildren and family. Created by bestselling author and artist Korie Herold, this keepsake book offers writing prompts and journaling pages to guide grandfathers along as they record their life's most precious moments. This book is the perfect gift for Father's Day, birthdays, or any time of year for your grandfather. Sections and writing prompts include: * Early Childhood: What was your house like growing up? What were your favourite toys or playtime activities? * School Years: What did you think you wanted to be when you grew up? What were you like as a teenager? * Work and Travel: What was your first job? What family vacations do you remember the most? * Love and Family: What's your best relationship advice? How did you feel when you found out you were going to be a grandfather? * Character and Values: What do you value most in life? What family values do you hope to pass down? * Hypotheticals and Curiosities: What's something you wish you had done differently? What's the best advice you ever received? * Words of Wisdom: Additional space to write letters to your family Special features include: * Elegant linen cover * Acid-free and archival paper * Lay flat design allows you to easily write in the book * Carefully developed designs and prompts allow to you reflect and remember

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Book SynopsisFrom grandma to her grandchild with love: this fill-in keepsake journal is perfect for passing on family history. Grandma, what was your life like? This charmingly illustrated book will help grandchildren better know and understand their grandmother. On every page, grandma can collect and write down her thoughts, stories, experiences, and cherished memories. In addition to space for filling in the family tree and posting photos, questions throughout prompt her to discuss her childhood, wedding, honeymoon, birth of her children, and other precious moments. When the book is complete, it will be a record of the past the future generations will treasure forever.

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Book SynopsisDear Granny (sketch design) is an award-winning journal filled with over 60 fun and inspiring questions carefully created to inspire any grandmother to tell her story - probably one of the most valuable gifts you will ever buy. Everyone has stories to share about their own amazing life and it is so important to find ways to capture and treasure them. Dear Granny contains 60 carefully designed questions to ask her about her life. Ask her to complete it carefully, adding photos and memorabilia along the way. Find out how things have changed throughout her life, what things did she do as a child that are different from today. What were her own parents really like and what adventures has she had in her life. Discover what your own mum or dad was like when they were young! What about your own relationship with your grandmother, what are her favourite memories of the times you have spent together and is there any advice she would like to give you? When you get her completed journal returned to you, this will be one of the most emotional presents you have ever received. A great gift for Mother's Day, Grandparent's Day, her birthday, an anniversary, Christmas or just because you care ...

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Book SynopsisNewly updated, The Empty Nest is an uplifting, practical and inspiring guide to adjusting to life after your children leave home.More than half a million parents confront the empty nest for the first time each year. It is one of the most challenging phases of parenting, often creating feelings of loss, lack of purpose and crisis of identity which can lead to depression. Yet it receives little recognition. And contrary to popular opinion it doesn''t only affect women who''ve put their careers on hold: working mothers and fathers suffer too. Equally, it can be a period of liberation and discovery of new challenges, when marriages long overstressed by childcare can be rejuvenated.The Empty Nest includes case studies documenting a wide range of experiences of parents living through an empty nest; expert comment and advice; plenty of practical ideas, inspiration and tips. This encouraging, empowering books helps you to focus on the poTrade Review* 'A big hug of a book. Manages to be both realistic and optimistic - and not at all patronising - at what can be a bleak and frightening time. A lifesaver, opening up all kinds of possibilities * Aggie MacKenzie, TV presenter and journalist *'In THE EMPTY NEST Celia Dodd reminds us that our children continue to need us, just as we continue to value our relationship with our now young adult sons and daughters. This book will guide us as we seek clo *Terri Apter, author of The Myth of Maturity: What Teenagers need from parents to become adults.

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Book SynopsisIn an intimate and unflinching collection, A J Akoto tracks the complex bind of mother-daughter relationships. Through separation and attempts to mend, longing, and the fluidity of myth/story-telling in defining histories and identities, she collapses the elision between womanhood and motherhood/daughterhood, bringing to the forefront that which usually remains unspoken.

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Book Synopsis"You see me at my worst, you see me at my best I have been used, I have been abused I have been broken, I have been mended, I have been lied to. I have been called all sort of names I have been the cause of everything broken, so they claim Who am I? I am the one that catches you when you fall" Love has many layers. This heartfelt collection of original poetry explores the ups and downs of life's relationships. A beautiful study of the power of personal connection.Trade ReviewPraise for Beverley Gordon: "I wanted to saviour every word and pace my way through, but I couldn’t put it down ... this collection is relevant and thought provoking, I laughed I smiled and I thought it was deep ... what a great little read" ~ 5 stars

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