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  The Death of a Jaybird - Essays...

  Jodi M. Savage

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  Reminiscent of The Year of Magical Thinking and Somebody’s Daughter, a deeply empathetic and often humorous collection of essays that explore the author’s ever-changing relationships with her grandmother and mother, through sickness and health, as they experience the joys and challenges of Black American womanhood. 
  Jodi M. Savage was raised in Brooklyn, New York, by her maternal grandmother. Her whip-smart, charismatic mother struggled with addiction and was unable to care for her. Granny—a fiery Pentecostal preacher who had a way with words—was Jodi’s rock, until Alzheimer’s disease turned the tables, and a 28-year-old Jodi stepped into the role of caretaker. It was up to Jodi to get them both through the devastations of a deteriorating mind. After Granny passed away, Jodi spent years trying to reckon with her grief. Jodi and her mother were both diagnosed with breast cancer nearly a decade later, and then Jodi lost her too. 
  In this searing, candid collection of essays, Jodi illuminates the roles that identity and memory play in preserving those we love. Jodi explores the lives of modern Black women and communities through the prism of her personal experiences. With grace, creativity, and insight, she looks at femininity, family, race, mental illness, grief, healthcare, and faith. Jodi deftly portrays how trauma is inherited, and how the struggle to break a generational curse can last a lifetime. 
  The Death of a Jaybird is a thoughtful examination of complicated family love, loss, and the liberating power of claiming our stories.

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  We Need To Talk - The truth...

  Emily Hunt

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  'As inspiring as it is enraging, Emily Hunt turns trauma into action, exposing a criminal justice system that fails women, and a culture that enables violence against us. A rallying call for change, and a powerful lesson in perseverance from a woman who would not give up.' The Guardian 
  Emily was in a restaurant, having lunch with her father – the next thing she remembers is waking up, naked, in a strange hotel room, next to a man she did not know. She suspected she had been drugged and raped. She later found out she had been filmed without her consent. 
  What happened to her that night could have happened to anyone. What came next happens to far too many victims, as failures by the police, CPS and other parts of the system, led to Emily doubting she would ever find justice. 
  Six years after her attack, Emily is an adviser to the UK Government on sexual violence. Part memoir and part investigation, Emily shines a light on the fault lines of a system and a society that is failing rape victims. We Need To Talk looks at how rape is a mainstream, everyday problem deeply damaging victims, their families, their workplaces and the economy. 
  This is a conversation starter about why we don’t talk about rape; that the only cause of rape is rapists, not rape victims; who commits rape and why; the reasons why society defaults to blaming the victim; and ultimately how we need to change and humanise the way we talk about rape in order to truly hear and support victims and end the current epidemic of sexual violence.

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  Chasing Rainbows - Finding...

  Rachelle Van Ryssen

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  Chasing Rainbows:is a poignant anthology that serves as a beacon of hope for anyone navigating the storms of life. Through fourteen compelling narratives, this collection illuminates the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. 
  Within its pages, readers will discover a tapestry of experiences—from confronting racism and battling serious illness to overcoming bullying, church hurt, rejection, marital strife, and grief. These stories are not just about enduring hardship; they're about finding the glimmer of hope, the rainbow, amidst the darkest clouds. 
  Authored by women of faith who have traversed their own tumultuous journeys, "Chasing Rainbows" offers solace and inspiration to those in need. Whether you're grappling with broken hearts, feelings of rejection, sickness, or the loss of a loved one, this book extends a lifeline of understanding and encouragement. 
  With contributors spanning diverse backgrounds and professions—from educators and authors to advocates and farmers—this anthology represents a chorus of voices united in their pursuit of joy and resilience. Each narrative is a testament to the power of faith, courage, and community in transcending life's most formidable challenges. 
  As you embark on this transformative journey with the Rainbow Chasers, grab your favorite beverage and prepare to be uplifted, inspired, and empowered. "Chasing Rainbows" is more than just a book; it's a testament to the human capacity for hope, healing, and redemption.

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  Chained Birds - A Crimemoir

  Carla Conti

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  Chained Birds: A Crimemoir is an author-narrated studio production of Carla Conti's award-winning true crime memoir. 
    
  FROM THE BACK COVER 
  After three years in Europe, former journalist Carla Conti just wanted to settle her family into the suburbs of Philadelphia. But her high school friend Scott Powell, a lawyer handling a brutal prison stabbing case, needed a favor. Before she knew it, Carla became part of the defense team and was mired in the terrifying world of federal prison gangs, penal abuse, and corruption.  
    
  Then, when she agreed to write a tell-all book on the violent machinations behind the court case—with Scott’s client as an inside source—the stakes turned deadly. Two different prison gangs issued “hit orders” against the prisoner she and Scott now considered a friend, and the journalist and defense attorney were imperiled by association. 
    
  CHAINED BIRDS: A CRIMEMOIR is the story of Carla’s 10-year journey to advocate for federal inmate Kevin Sanders and help him re-enter society after prison. But the mission came at a cost as Carla struggled to balance her own, Scott’s, and Kevin’s safety while writing an exposé on the horrific conditions that led to the shutdown of an experimental prison program in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. 
    
  Part investigative thriller, part raw memoir, CHAINED BIRDS is a gripping exposé of systemic injustice and a powerful reminder of the resilience it takes to uncover the truth. 
    
  AWARDS 
  	• Aug '25 Finalist for Book Adaptation Needed - Page Turner Awards 
  	• June '25 Finalist True Crime - National Indie Excellence 
  	• May '25 1st Place True Crime - Next Generation Indie Book Awards 
          • May '25 Silver True Crime - Independent Press Book Awards/IPPY

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  It Worked For Me - My Life...

  Jeff Burgess

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  What if one conversation could change your entire life? 
  In 1979, Jeff Burgess was a 22-year-old college dropout drifting through life in a haze of beer, weed, and dead-end jobs. He was the "town clown" with an undeniable work ethic but no clear direction. Then, on a lazy Sunday afternoon, his father called him home for a talk that would shake him to his core: "You have a gift, and I cannot allow you to waste it anymore. It’s time to get your shit together." 
  From that moment, everything changed. Armed with a relentless drive, a knack for problem-solving, and a newfound determination to make something of himself, Jeff set out to prove his father right. Within two years, he skyrocketed from warehouse worker to Vice President of Sales at a booming tech company. By the time he retired, he had built a global business supplying surveillance video recording appliances to both the most iconic and the secure sites in the world. 
  It Worked for Me is the inspiring, no-nonsense story of how an underachiever transformed into an industry leader—one who thrived not by playing it safe, but by embracing risk, trusting his gut, and always finding a way forward. 
  If you've ever felt stuck, uncertain, or like success was just out of reach, this book will show you how to seize your own turning point. 
  Are you ready to take charge of your future? Pick up a copy today! 
  ALL proceeds for It Worked for Me will go directly to the Wounded Warrior Project. 
  About Jeff Burgess 
  From outhouse to penthouse.... He’s that guy who started in the embryonic stages of the computer industry way back in 1979 as a non-college graduate warehouse manager, selling his way to the top as the CEO of his own $100M company. 
  His story is about the lessons learned honing his uncanny ability to turn opportunities into successes.

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  Summary: Gambler - Secrets from...

  Brooks Bryant

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  Disclaimer: This is not the official book, but a summary & it does not accompany the official. 
  In "Gambler: Secrets from a Life at Risk," legendary sports bettor Billy Walters shares his riveting life story, detailing how he went from a childhood in rural Kentucky marked by severe poverty to become the "Michael Jordan of sports betting." Walters, renowned for his 36-year winning streak, unveils the secrets behind his betting system that has consistently beaten the odds. 
  The book is much more than an autobiography. Walters delves deep into his proprietary betting strategy, offering readers a master class on enhancing their odds in sports betting. He highlights the myriad of variables that go into making an informed bet, from understanding player values and home field advantages to considering stadium quirks and weather forecasts. 
  The narrative also brings to light Walters' relationship with golf legend Phil Mickelson and shares a behind-the-scenes look at his time with the famed Computer Group, which revolutionized sports betting through the use of data analysis and algorithms.

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