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  Will I Hate Myself? - A Story...

  Pat Treuer

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  What if chasing your dream didn’t lead to fame or fortune—but to something far more honest? 
  At 36, Pat Treuer had the life people post about: six-figure job, corporate status, an apartment with a skyline view—and a quiet voice in his head screaming, “Is this it?” So he did what any rational person would do: he walked away from it all to tell jokes in bars for drink tickets and half-interested crowds. 
  Then came the pandemic. Pat launched a comedy business that brought in a million dollars—then reinvested every penny into a YouTube series that made exactly zero. Not a typo. Zero. 
  By 42, he found himself not chasing the next punchline, but rebuilding a life from scratch. On purpose, this time. 
  Will I Hate Myself is a hilariously raw, painfully honest memoir about risking everything, failing gloriously, and learning to create a life that actually fits. It’s part comedy crash reel, part spiritual sledgehammer. 
  If you’ve ever wondered whether you waited too long to change your life, felt stuck in a “successful” version of someone else’s dream, or asked yourself, “Is this all there is?”—this book is for you. 
  Through panic attacks, bad gigs, and moments of absurd grace, Pat offers more than laughs—he offers proof that it’s never too late to go off-script and start telling the truth. 
  This isn’t about making it. It’s about making it count.

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  Illusions And Escapes The Daring...

  Robert Jakobsen

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  Dive into the extraordinary world of one of history's most iconic figures in Illusions and Escapes: The Daring Life of Harry Houdini. This captivating biography unveils the man behind the myth, tracing Houdini's humble beginnings as Erich Weiss in Budapest to his rise as the "Handcuff King" and legendary escape artist. 
  From his early years as an immigrant in America to the glamorous stages of vaudeville and beyond, Houdini's story is one of relentless determination, unparalleled skill, and a deep fascination with the impossible. Along the way, he defied the laws of physics, broke free from seemingly inescapable restraints, and left audiences across the globe breathless with his daring stunts. 
  But Houdini's life was more than just magic. This book also delves into his close family ties, his immigrant experience, and the profound impact his craft had on the world of entertainment. You'll discover how Houdini's quest for mastery pushed him to continually innovate, and how his legacy continues to inspire magicians today. 
  Packed with historical insights and gripping accounts of his most famous escapes, Illusions and Escapes offers readers an intimate glimpse into the life of a true showman, a man whose name became synonymous with magic and who remains a timeless symbol of resilience and freedom. 
  Whether you are a history enthusiast, a magic lover, or someone who admires stories of perseverance, Illusions and Escapes is a journey into the heart of a man who captivated the world—one escape at a time.

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  If You Only Had a Day: The...

  Rod Sweet

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  This book guides you on a pleasant, 8.5-mile route in and around the city of Bath in Somerset, England, the only UK city to be designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its entirety for its history, its architecture and its natural setting in the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. 
  Bath’s hot springs, pouring out a million litres of scalding water every day, have drawn people here for thousands of years, including the Romans, who built a grand spa complex visited by people from Asia, Africa and all over the Roman world. 
  In the 800s, Alfred the Great built a wall around the ruined spa on Roman foundations to defend the town against the Danes, and it remained a tiny walled city with a Saxon street grid for the next eight centuries, right up to the mid-1700s, by which time Bath had become the hottest resort for the British aristocracy in the country. 
  The pressure of that sparked a building boom that saw the city burst through its wall and climb the steep hills of the verdant river valley it sits in. It’s a new town, like Dubai or Las Vegas, except it settled into its current shape just over two centuries ago. 
  The Saxons set up a powerful monastery here in the early Middle Ages, and Edgar, the first King of All England, was crowned at the Saxon abbey in 973. 
  The current Abbey was completed in the 1530s, just in time for the Dissolution of the Monasteries when an enraged Henry VIII kicked the monks out on pain of death and ransacked the brand new church, leaving it a gutted shell until his gentler daughter, Elizabeth I, took the Abbey and the city under her royal wing. 
  All this and more is visible in the city’s fabric and dramatic landscape. Bath resident Rod Sweet – veteran journalist, author, walker and history fan – takes you on an immersive tour through the city’s 2,000-year evolution, exploring the narrow lanes, intimate courtyards, architectural icons and hidden gems, telling the stories of the people and ideas that shaped this remarkable place.

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  An Actor's Alphabet - An A to Z...

  Julie Hesmondhalgh

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  In this candid and empowering A to Z of being an actor, Julie Hesmondhalgh draws on her decades of experience on stage and screen – including in massively popular television shows such as Broadchurch, Happy Valley and Coronation Street – to lift the lid on the realities of life in today's industry, and show you how to navigate it.
  She shares practical advice on preparing for roles (don't be afraid of looking like a dick), managing the ups and downs of your career (and how to be out of work without losing your mind), dealing with failure (and success), not constantly comparing yourself to others (bloody hard, but try), looking after your mental health, and the power of knowing when to say 'no'.
  Passionate about the arts, she makes a compelling case for their importance to society, but also calls out the industry on where it continues to fall short – including a clear-eyed assessment of what needs to change to make it safer and healthier, more accessible and inclusive.
  Written with refreshing honesty and self-deprecating humour, An Actor's Alphabet is a book for anyone who dreams of becoming an actor, wants to be a better one, or just wants to learn what being one is really like.
  'Endearingly honest, funny and eye-opening. I loved it!' Francesca Martinez
  'Like its author, this book is brimming with wisdom, intelligence, empathy and humanity... An absolute must!' Maxine Peake
  'This is the best book on acting and being an actor I've read… Julie Hesmondhalgh is the mentor/best friend/guide we all need in these troubled times' Paul Chahidi
  'A must-read, whether you've been on the artist's journey for years or are just starting out' Shobna Gulati
  'This book is bold, brash, sincere and angry. It regrets nothing and questions everything… Treasure it like we should treasure Julie' Jack Thorne
  'A generous gift to actors, full of honesty, hope and wit. There is loads of tangible advice, not just for acting but for life' Anna Jordan
  'Julie's book is honest, challenging and helpful. A great read' Andy Nyman

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  Lightkeeper - A Memoir Through...

  Stacy Waldman Bass

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  A luminous story of loss and resilience, Lightkeeper captures acclaimed photographer Stacy Bass's personal journey through grief—and the art of keeping her parents' legacy alive through memory and photography. 
   
   
   
  In 1995, when a tragic seaplane accident on Block Island claimed her father's life, Bass's world shattered. She began to write as a way to process her excruciating grief, while gathering the pieces of his life through collected photographs. Some twenty-five years later, her mother was diagnosed with, and ultimately died from, pancreatic cancer after a one-year battle against that harrowing disease. During her mother's illness, Bass created a living tribute of images and words that built a community of support around her mother when she needed it most. 
   
   
   
  By collecting and sharing photographs of her parents, Michael and Jessica Waldman, Bass recognized how photographs serve not merely as records but as powerful portals into memory—gateways to the stories that exist just outside the frame. Filled with stunning prose, this evocative memoir reveals how Bass became the "lightkeeper" of her family's legacy, preserving their stories for future generations. For anyone who has loved deeply and lost tragically, Lightkeeper offers both solace and inspiration—reminding us that the light of those who have been lost always endures.

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  The Hound of the Baskervilles by...

  Arthur Conan Doyle

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  The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle is a thrilling detective novel that features one of literatures most famous detective duos, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. In this tale, the pair confront a mystery that blends crime, horror, and the supernatural, making for a thoroughly engrossing read. Join Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson in the eerie moors of Devonshire as they tackle the mystery of the hellish hound in The Hound of the Baskervilles. Its a tale that continues to captivate readers with its blend of suspense, horror, and detective work. So why read The Hound of the Baskervilles? Because its a classic detective novel that continues to thrill readers with its mix of mystery, suspense, and horror. Order your copy today.

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