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  Big Book of Virginia Ghost Stories

  L. B Taylor

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  “Packs big entertainment, from famous ghosts and weird hauntings to bizarre but riveting true stories that will give you quite a chill.” —Rosemary Ellen Guiley, author of The Encyclopedia of Ghosts and Spirits   Hauntings lurk and spirits linger in the Old Dominion State . . .    Reader, beware! Turn these pages and enter the world of the paranormal, where ghosts and ghouls alike creep just out of sight. Author L. B. Taylor shines a light in the dark corners of Virginia and scares those spirits out of hiding in this thrilling collection. From poltergeists that make trouble at Blue Ridge Pottery, to a phantom light on Holston Mountain, to specters haunting the battlefield of Cedar Creek, there’s no shortage of bone-chilling tales to keep you up at night. Around the campfire or tucked away on a dark and stormy night, this big book of ghost stories is a hauntingly good read.

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  Helen Keller - A Life from...

  Hourly History

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  What was Helen Keller’s legacy to the world? Was it the impressive list of firsts that she accomplished as a deafblind person? Was it the assistance that she gave to the cause of the handicapped? Was it her numerous writings, her forgotten ideals, her inspirational quotations? Or was it simply her story? 
  Perhaps the only way to measure the gift of Helen Keller would be to discover just how her life has touched the lives of the presidents, inventors, poets, and other famous people of her day down to the countless school urchins who have heard the tale of the little girl that could not see or hear. Helen Keller meant something to them all.

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  Play It Forward - How Women Are...

  TOGETHXR, Sue Bird, Alex Morgan

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  New from TOGETHXR—the sports media company that set the sports world on fire with their defining statement “EVERYONE WATCHES WOMEN’S SPORTS”—this inspiring collection of stories shines a light on the grit, smarts, and determination of record-setting and boundary-breaking female athletes around the world and across sports. 
    
  Play It Forward features twenty‑five inspirational stories of badass women from all corners of the sports universe, curated by TOGETHXR, a sports media company founded by legends Sue Bird, Alex Morgan, Simone Manuel, and Chloe Kim. From profiles of professional athletes and Olympians at the top of their game to everyday women putting in the work without a crowd, these are true tales of fierce competitors, dedicated teammates, and passionate advocates who are all too accustomed to hearing the word “no.” Each story highlights an inspiring athlete or team who is defying expectations and rebelling against inequality in big and small ways, including: 
    
  • Indigenous women forming a softball team in Mexico 
  • Older women finding friendship and purpose through competitive swimming 
  • A woman mountain-climbing her way out of oppression in Afghanistan 
  • WNBA players developing a voice for social justice and influencing a pivotal election 
  • Incarcerated women playing soccer to prepare for life after release 
    
  For sports fans of all ages, Play It Forward celebrates and elevates the gutsy true stories of activists and dreamers who are changing the game, and the world of sports, for the better. 
    
  WORLD’S GREATEST ATHLETES: A foreword and afterword by world-class athletes and Olympians Alex Morgan and Sue Bird set the stage and offer key context for this inspirational collection of stories of women who are defying the odds and breaking the rules. 
    
  STORIES FROM ACROSS WOMEN'S SPORTS: TOGETHXR created the viral sensation "Everyone Watches Women Sports" that caught fire during the record-breaking NCAA 2024 Women's Basketball Tournament. Their ongoing mission is to elevate women's sports coverage in a space where culture, activism, lifestyle, and sports converge. In this powerhouse book, TOGETHXR gathers celebrity and everyday stories to create a breadth of inspiration from powerful women across a range of sports, from basketball, soccer, and hockey to swimming, gymnastics, rowing, and professional bowling. 
    
  ENGAGING JOURNALISM: The stories are contemporary and underreported features covering athletes and teams that will be new to many readers. The essays are all written by acclaimed female and nonbinary journalists from around the world.

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  How Thinking Higher Changes...

  Victoria David

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  Are you ready to transcend your current limitations and achieve a life beyond your wildest dreams? In "How Thinking Higher Changes Everything: The Power of Discipline," bestselling author Victoria David reveals the profound secret to lasting transformation: the symbiotic relationship between elevated thought and disciplined action. 
  This groundbreaking book isn't just about positive thinking; it's a deep dive into the practical mechanics of reshaping your reality from the inside out. Discover how to cultivate a mindset that effortlessly attracts success, clarity, and fulfillment, while simultaneously harnessing the quiet, consistent power of discipline to turn those thoughts into tangible results. 
  You will learn to:Master Your Mindset: Shift from limiting beliefs to expansive possibilities, opening doors you never knew existed.Harness the Force of Discipline: Understand how consistent, focused action amplifies your intentions and accelerates your progress.Unleash Hidden Strengths: Tap into an inner reservoir of resilience, creativity, and determination.Redefine Your Reality: See how changing your thinking literally changes your experience of the world around you.Create Lasting Change: Build sustainable habits that ensure continuous growth and elevate every facet of your life. 
  If you're tired of fleeting motivation and ready for a profound, permanent shift, "How Thinking Higher Changes Everything" is your essential guide. Prepare to revolutionize your internal world and witness the extraordinary ripple effect on your entire life.

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  Sleep hypnosis to verbally...

  Stuart Newman

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  If you're looking for a way to express your feelings in an effective and healthy manner, then look no further than this DST sleep hypnosis with Stu Newman.  
  This program is designed to help you explore and verbalize your true emotions, allowing you to gain insight into yourself while also providing relief from stress.  
  With the aid of guided hypnosis techniques, this program can help improve self-awareness as well as reduce anxiety levels by helping individuals better understand their own feelings and reactions.  
  Additionally, it can provide valuable tools for managing difficult situations more effectively without feeling overwhelmed or out of control.  
  So if you’re ready to take charge of expressing how you feel in a positive way that will benefit both yourself and those aroundyou – DST Hypno with Stu Newman is the perfect solution!

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  Good Life - Aging Well Living...

  PsyD Katherine King

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  Inclusive, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based science, A Good Life will help you face aging not with fear, but with curiosity and courage. 
   
  Aging isn't just a physical process; it's a rewarding emotional and psychological journey. While growing older brings many challenges—the loss of loved ones, changes in health, shifting family roles, and confronting ageism and mortality—it also brings profound opportunities for personal growth. This book will show you how to cultivate emotional longevity: the ability to stay resilient, connected, and fulfilled throughout your later years. 
   
  In A Good Life, Katherine King, a clinical psychologist specializing in aging and emotional well-being, offers an essential guide grounded in the science of healthy aging to help you thrive at any stage of the journey. Drawing on years of clinical practice and research, King helps you prepare for the psychological realities of aging, so you can embrace this phase of life as one of meaning, growth, and vitality. 
   
  The book explores three essential dimensions of healthy aging: The Inner World: Understand attitudes toward aging, cope with change and loss, and challenge internalized ageism. The Social World: Strengthen relationships, redefine independence, and find connection through new roles, community, and intimacy. The World of Meaning: Reflect on purpose, legacy, and the gifts of mortality through life review and meaning-making practices. Whether you're approaching midlife, caring for aging loved ones, or navigating your own later years, this book offers the emotional toolkit to live well for as long as you live.

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