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  Boleyn Boy: My Autobiography

  Mark Noble

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  *THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER* 
  This is the remarkable story of a local lad who grew up in the shadow of Upton Park and became ‘Mr West Ham’: a one-club man who lived the dream. 
  A modern footballing legend, Mark Noble is the embodiment of what it means to be a Hammer, pouring his heart and soul into the club he supported as a boy. Born and raised in Canning Town, Mark joined the West Ham youth squad in 2000 and made his senior-team debut aged just 17. 
  Now, after over 20 years, with a wealth of memories and more than 500 appearances for his boyhood club under his belt, Mark finally looks back at his remarkable career, reflecting on his journey from boot boy to club captain, bossing the midfield, scoring pressure penalties and becoming an inspirational figurehead on and off the pitch. 
  This is the story of a brilliant footballer, a genuine ambassador and a local legend. This is the unforgettable autobiography of Mark Noble. 
  Mark Noble's personal memoir, a Sunday Times bestseller, is a captivating recreation of his journey from a local lad to a soccer legend. His latest story is not just about his sports career, but also about his coaching experiences and his last years in the sport. 
  For fans of Ian Wright (A Life in Football), Paul Zanon (Tony Gale), Peter Crouch (How to Be an Ex-Footballer), Cass Pennant (Legends of the Firm), and Chris Carpenter (Arsenal FC Quiz Book). 
  HarperCollins 2022

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  Life on Hold

  Ivonne Cabral

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  Discover a miracle among us 
  Life on Hold tells the moving and true story of Ivonne Cabral, a woman who faced the greatest challenge of her life: a chronic illness that brought her to the brink of death. Through its pages, Ivonne shares her journey from diagnosis to the moment she received a double liver and kidney transplant, transforming her struggle into a source of inspiration and hope.There is meaning in suffering 
  This book not only chronicles Ivonne's battle against her illness but also invites you to reflect on the power of love, the strength of faith, and the importance of relationships in the toughest times. With an honest, intimate, and sensitive voice, Life on Hold is a must-read for those looking to find light in darkness, meaning in suffering, and a purpose amidst pain.A Devotional Journey 
  Ideal for readers interested in true stories of overcoming, spirituality, and those facing chronic illnesses or challenging life situations. Find in this book a devotional guide to nourish your soul, strengthen your faith, and discover that, even in the hardest trials, we are not alone. 
  Life on Hold is a powerful testimony that reminds us that, with faith and determination, we can overcome any obstacle. Dive into Ivonne's story and let her journey inspire you to look beyond your circumstances and embrace each day with gratitude and hope. 
  Learn more at https://ivonnes.fund.

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  Mindfire - Diary of an Anxious...

  Carrie Berk

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  When your mind is on fire, how do you extinguish the flame? 
    
  Here’s one thing college doesn’t teach you: Adulting is hard. Studies show that approximately 50 percent of adults ages eighteen to twenty-four suffer from anxiety. Mindfire takes readers along on the emotional journey that is growing up, and the anxiety that comes with it. Written by twenty-two-year-old journalist and influencer Carrie Berk, this book is a raw and vulnerable exploration into the parts of being in your twenties that aren’t always pretty. 
    
  Berk, who was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder and OCD at eighteen, provides intimate diary entries that unveil what it’s like learning to cope in her adulting era. What do you do when panic strikes unexpectedly? Or when you’re plagued with intrusive thoughts on vacation, even when everything is seemingly fine? How about when you lose someone for the first time? Anxiety can make you question your core beliefs and leave you more confused than ever. Mindfire is a road map for anyone who has ever struggled with their mental health and felt alone. 
    
  The book dives into the much-misunderstood category of mental health. Packed with real-life therapy definitions and self-care suggestions, Mindfire shows how you can level up and learn to love yourself—anxiety and all.

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  The Black Godmother

  Valentine Harris

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  The Black Godmother follows the life of Naomi Davis, a young Black woman who grows up in the rough neighborhood of Langley Park, Maryland, before building a notorious drug empire in Washington D.C. Raised in poverty and faced with the harsh realities of systemic oppression, Naomi is determined to rise above her circumstances. As she matures, Naomi finds herself drawn into the world of drugs and crime, becoming the leader of the 8th & L Street Crew in D.C. Her rise to power is marked by both ruthless ambition and the desire to protect her family and community from the destruction she sees all around her. 
  Her empire grows as she navigates the treacherous drug trade, finding herself caught between law enforcement, rival drug dealers, and the deep internal conflict of her choices. Naomi's ability to stay one step ahead of those who seek to destroy her makes her a formidable figure in the city's underworld, but it also takes a heavy toll on her relationships and her sense of self. The crack epidemic devastates the city, and Naomi, despite her success, is forced to confront the consequences of the violent world she inhabits, questioning whether survival in such an environment is worth the cost. 
  As the story unfolds, Naomi’s criminal empire begins to unravel, leading to her eventual imprisonment. Her fate becomes ambiguous—some believe she was killed in a violent confrontation, while others say she managed to escape, starting a new life under a different identity. Naomi's legacy, however, remains powerful in D.C. Her name is etched into the history of the city's streets, embodying the complex relationship between survival, power, and the devastating effects of the drug epidemic.

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  Bonaparte & Brimstone - a life...

  Simon Brown

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  Napoleon Bonaparte’s defeat in 1815 came at an inconvenient time for John Monk, an ambitious young naval officer. Forced to rethink his plans, John turned to the merchant service, where he encountered storms, shipwreck and even piracy as he traded between Liverpool and the Mediterranean through the 1830s and 1840s.  ‘Bonaparte and Brimstone’ is the fascinating and engaging biography of a little-known Georgian naval lieutenant and mariner from Parkgate on the Wirral and brings him unforgettably to life. Vibrantly written, it is the beguiling story of one man’s hopes and fortunes, and is ultimately an emotional tale of family and belonging, enriched with abundant personal documents, among them the remarkable diary of a stormy voyage to Italy in 1824. John Monk saw ten years’ service across the seas of Europe and survived the horrific bloodshed on HMS Impregnable during the Bombardment of Algiers in 1816, but he grew dismayed at his lack of progress and battled the Admiralty just as he had once battled the French.  ‘Bonaparte and Brimstone’ paints a portrait in miniature of British society in the nineteenth century and of the country’s seafarers who attempted to navigate a path through it.

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  Windfall - Viola MacMillan and...

  Tim Falconer

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  Viola MacMillan had it all: success, money, and respect. Influence, even. But in 1964, after three decades in the mining industry, one of the most fascinating women in Canadian business history was the central character in one of the country's most famous stock scandals. 
   
   
   
  MacMillan, who started out as a prospector in the '30s, had developed lucrative mines and put together big deals. But she still wanted "a major discovery." Early in July 1964, shares in Windfall Oil and Mines, a company she and her husband controlled, traded for around 56 cents. Then one day, the stock took off. In the absence of any information from the company about what it had found near Timmins on its claims, rumors and greed pushed the share price to a high of $5.70. MacMillan stayed quiet. Finally, after three weeks, Windfall admitted it had nothing. 
   
   
   
  So many small investors lost money when the stock crashed that the Ontario government appointed a royal commission to examine what had happened, which led to changes at the Ontario Securities Commission and the Toronto Stock Exchange. Although MacMillan spent a few weeks in prison, she later received a pardon and the Order of Canada.

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