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  Long Going

  Sophie Calon

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  "A moving and thought-provoking account of an impossible situation."  Louis de Bernières, author of Captain Corelli's Mandolin
  At 50, Sophie Calon's father was a high-flying lawyer. At 55, he was found dead in Cardiff city centre at Christmas. Meanwhile he had pinballed between tents, homeless shelters, and prison cells. His story is a lesson in how alcoholism can consume a person – and a family.
  Long Going is a powerful, unflinching memoir that sings with Calon's love for her eccentric, witty father while recounting his drink-fuelled disintegration. In telling his story, Calon explores her family's instability and pain as well as her own survival.
  "This portrait pulls no punches… profoundly life-affirming. Everyone who has an alcoholic in the family should read this book for its compassionate awareness of the damage and chaos caused by addiction, while never forgetting the humanity of the person caught in that trap. A wonderful book." Gwyneth Lewis, author of Nightshade Mother
  "Hugely impacting and searingly honest, Sophie Calon's work is a powerful piece of memoir: bold, bruising and yet beautiful." James Canton, author of Grounded
  "Sophie Calon's writing is deeply real and moving – she is a talent to watch." Jessica Andrews, author of Milk Teeth
  "Searing and poetic, Sophie Calon's prose sparkles in this elegiac, gripping memoir. Draws you in and takes you on a journey. Calon is an immensely readable writer to watch." Maeve McClenaghan, author of No Fixed Abode

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  Supergay! - A Memoir

  Frankie Grande

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  Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear glitter. 
  Frankie Grande always knew he was different. He just didn't know it was his superpower. Growing up glittery in a grayscale world, he found refuge in the fantasy realms of rainbow belts, telepathic mutants, and intergalactic girlbosses. (Looking at you, Rainbow Brite.) But behind the show tunes and sparkles was a lonely little boy fighting big, scary feelings―about identity, addiction, abandonment, and belonging. 
  In Supergay!, Frankie turns his hot mess history into comic-book canon, reframing every heartbreak and hard moment as part of a campy, chaotic, deeply human hero's journey. With outrageous honesty and unapologetic humor, he tells the story of how a fabulous queer nerd learned to stop hiding, start healing, and fully embrace the power of being too much. 
  This isn't just a memoir. It's a technicolor call to arms for anyone who's ever felt weird, othered, or alone. Because in a world that wants you to tone it down, the bravest thing you can do is turn the volume all the way up.

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  Summary: American Prometheus -...

  Brooks Bryant

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  Disclaimer: This is not the official book, but a summary & it does not accompany the official. 
  Journey into the intricate life of a genius, the making of the atomic bomb, and the drama of the Cold War. 'American Prometheus' unravels the gripping story of J. Robert Oppenheimer — a man heralded for his monumental contribution to the Manhattan Project, only to face a dramatic fall from grace during America's Red Scare. Dive into our comprehensive summary of Kai Bird's Pulitzer-winning biography, where we present the highs and lows of Oppenheimer's life, his groundbreaking discoveries, and the ethical dilemmas that haunted him. 
  Through our concise exploration, encounter the brilliant physicist who forever changed the course of history, the moral ramifications of scientific advancement, and the political machinations of mid-century America. 'American Prometheus' serves as a cautionary tale of genius and its unintended consequences, and our summary brings this tale to life in an accessible, engaging format. 
  Dive deep into the legacy of a man who stood at the crossroads of science and society, whose choices still resonate today. Be prepared to be captivated, enlightened, and provoked.

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  Origins of Chinese Civilization...

  Hui Wang

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  "Origins of Chinese Civilization: A History of China" by Hui Wang takes you on a journey through China's ancient past, told in a way that feels like you're listening to an elder recounting myths around a campfire. The book starts with Fuxi, the first leader, whose inventions like the Eight Trigrams and fishing nets shaped early Chinese culture. The story moves through key figures like Nüwa, who patched the sky and shaped humanity from clay, and the Yan Emperor, who pioneered agriculture and medicine. Finally, the legendary Yellow Emperor, known as a creator of civilization, brings the narrative into a more organized and developed era. 
  The legends are filled with fascinating myths—like Fuxi's miraculous birth from a footprint, or Nüwa molding people from earth, and the rise of agriculture through Emperor Yan's curiosity about plants. The author doesn't simply recite the historical figures but adds warmth, humor, and a sense of connection, making it easy to see why these stories have endured for thousands of years. It's not just about dates and events; it's about people trying to live better, inventing things that changed their daily lives, and facing challenges with creativity and resilience. This book is perfect for those who want to explore Chinese history not through dry facts but with lively storytelling that brings ancient China to life.

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  Narrative of Some of the Lord's...

  George Müller, David G Allen

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  Faith That Fed Thousands: The True Story of George Müller’s Radical Trust in God 
  What happens when one man decides to rely on prayer alone to meet every need? 
  Sincere attempts to define George Müller as a preacher, evangelist, or a man who cared for the poor, fail to illustrate why you should read about him. 
  The man who cared for over 10,000 orphans and established 120 schools is best remembered for the principles by which he lived his life - principles that are now within your reach. 
  Hear, in Müller’s own words, his early days caught in theft and deceit, his conversion to Christ, his reliance upon the Bible alone as his foundation for truth. Hear of his faith – grown large enough to move mountains. 
  In this first part, Müller documents those initial mountains down the nearest penny, the thinnest spool of thread, and the last soul hungry for the gospel. All achieved without a salary, nor requesting any donation from anyone. 
  Now turned into an audiobook, with chapter headings, plus an introduction by author and narrator David G. Allen, this version of A Narration gives readers appropriate resting points, a sense of direction, and greater anticipation of each step in Müller’s journey. 
  It’s more than an autobiography. It’s a living testimony of what faith can do. 
  Explore a life whose legacy is sealed in the record books of heaven.

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  Clipped - A mom invents a way to...

  Adrienne Alitowski

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  Clipped is a quirky memoir about a new mother whose desperation to get her baby to sleep catapulted her into becoming an inventor and a small business owner—just before the world fell apart in 2008. As a full-time mother and entrepreneur, Adrienne Alitowski rolled out her invention, blankyclip, to retailers across the country, including over thirty stores in the Buy Buy Baby national chain. LA Parent Expecting and Kids Today both made blankyclip a “Top Pick''. The United States Patent and Trademark Office awarded her three utility patents and a trademark. All that fabulous glory aside, Adrienne also learned what it’s like to fly halfway around the world to a Chinese factory and to be pregnant, throwing up on the street just before an investor meeting. These experiences led her down a path to write this memoir about sticking to your vision and being open to finding gold in the muck.

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