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  A Ghost Story - From their pens...

  Mark Twain

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  Samuel Langhorne Clemens was born in Florida, Missouri on the 30th November 1835 and is far better known by his pen name of Mark Twain.  An American writer and humorist of the first order he is perhaps best known for his novels ‘The Adventures of Tom Sawyer’ and its sequel ‘The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn’ which are often described with that mythic line The Great American Novel. 
  Twain grew up in Hannibal, Missouri which would later provide the backdrop to these great novels.  Apprenticed to a printer he also became a typesetter and then a master riverboat pilot on the Mississippi.  Later, heading west with his brother Orion to make his fortune, he failed at gold mining and instead turned to journalism and thence his true calling as a writer of humorous stories where his wit and humor sparkled from every paragraph, his craft evident with every page and punctured target. 
  A staunch supporter of copyright protections this helped him keep much of the wealth his writing created, though much money was also lost on investments that he pursued in his love for science and technology as well as investing in his own inventions. 
  Twain was born during a visit by Halley’s comet, and he predicted that he would go out with it as well.  He died the day after its subsequent return on 21st April 1910, at his house, Stormfield, located in Redding, Connecticut.

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  Domino On Your Radio - Unlikely...

  Dom Testa

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  I’m an introvert who pretends to be an extrovert. 
  There are many of us. 
  With those words, Dom Testa unlocks the door on a fascinating radio odyssey that has lasted nearly 50 years. 
  In this captivating memoir, Dom reveals the often funny—and sometimes embarrassing—stories that highlight his long career in broadcasting. 
  He also pulls back the curtain on radio’s quirks, from the absurdity of ratings to the strange allure of contests. And beyond the mic, he shares poignant stories of love, loss, and stalkers. 
  Buckle up for an unfiltered and brutally honest glimpse into the extraordinary life of an introvert on the air. 
  Dom Testa is a writer, speaker, and broadcaster. He splits his time between Georgia and Colorado. 
  Discover more at: DomTesta.com

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  Teacher Man: Diaries of Life...

  George Pointon

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  I asked my Year 1 class, ‘What’s the best thing that’s ever happened to you?’ 
  George Pointon asks his class a lot of questions. What do you want to be when you grow up? What do you reckon your parents do while you’re at school? Can you put that down, please? JJ, the stapler – can you put it down? 
  He’s also got a few for himself: what is he doing here? Who was he kidding, thinking he could teach? 
  But the course of true professional fulfilment never did run smooth, and there’s no backing out now. 
  In this book, George takes us along on his first year inside the messy, magical world of primary school teaching. In the company of five-year-olds – who are somehow wisdom, innocence and chaos incarnate – there is always lots to be learned. 
  In Teacher Man, George Pointon masterfully combines elements of autobiography and non-fiction to provide a candid look at education and parenting. His essays delve into the complexities of behavioural management and relationships within the school environment, offering a unique perspective on the role of educators. 
  For fans of Lucy Mangan (Bookworm), Sam Leith (The Haunted Wood), and Annie Ernaux (A Woman's Story – WINNER OF THE 2022 NOBEL PRIZE IN LITERATURE). 
  HarperCollins 2024

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  It's All In The Lyrics - How...

  Tony Kessel

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  HAVE YOU EVER FELT OVERWHELMED BY LIFE'S CHALLENGES, SEARCHING FOR SOMETHING TO ANCHOR YOU WHEN EVERYTHING FEELS OUT OF TUNE? 
  Music isn't just sound—it's a lifeline that can offer hope, healing, and a path forward. 
  In It's All In The Lyrics: How Music Helped Me Heal and Find My Voice, Tony Kessel invites you on a deeply personal journey where music becomes more than background noise—it's a transformative force that shapes his life. From the echoes of his parents' divorce to navigating his own mental health struggles, Tony's story unfolds like the lyrics of a powerful song. Each chapter reveals how music became a source of strength, guiding him through love, loss, and self-discovery. 
  This book isn't just a memoir; it's a testament to the healing power of music. Whether you've ever found comfort in a lyric, or strength in a melody, Tony's story will resonate deeply with anyone who has faced life's challenges and sought solace in sound. 
  What You'll Discover in This Book:The Emotional Power of Music: How songs helped Tony overcome his toughest moments, from family trauma to mental health struggles.A Personal Journey of Growth: Follow Tony's experiences with love, loss, and selfdiscovery, all set to the soundtrack of his life.How Music Can Heal: Learn how Tony used music to find meaning and strength—and how you can do the same. 
  Whether you're a lifelong music lover or someone searching for hope, It's All In The Lyrics will inspire you to find your own rhythm, tap into the power of music, and use it to navigate your life's challenges. 
  UNLOCK THE HEALING POWER OF MUSIC TODAY AND EMBARK ON A JOURNEY OF EMOTIONAL GROWTH, RESILIENCE, AND TRANSFORMATION.

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  Late Have I Loved You -...

  John Michael Talbot, Mike Aquilina

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  Late Have I Loved You, Recollections of a Life - Foreword by Mike Aquilina - is Grammy / Dove award winning, multi-platinum selling, Best-Selling Author John Michael Talbot's first autobiography.

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  In Her Own Voice - A Woman's...

  Jennifer McCollum

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  The world has awakened to the urgent need to focus on women's advancement—companies with gender-balanced leadership are far more likely to outperform their peers, and the evolving expectations of leadership align to women's natural strengths. But we're nowhere near achieving that equity. Less than 10 percent of Fortune 500 CEOs are women, and the pace of growth is shockingly slow, made worse by COVID-19 and its aftermath. 
   
   
   
  What does it take for women to ascend permanently into leadership roles? In Her Own Voice sheds some light on this timely topic. Based on twenty-five years of research, Jennifer McCollum offers sage advice for the unique hurdles facing women in business, from contending with our own inner critic to having to navigate the often-intimidating world of negotiating for ourselves. 
   
   
   
  In Her Own Voice outlines the key competencies and action steps to overcome these obstacles. Backed with data and infused with compelling real-life stories, it's a blueprint for helping listeners identify, measure, and conquer what's holding women back at any stage of their careers.

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