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  Bird Brother - A Falconer's...

  Rodney Stotts, Kate Pipkin

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  Rodney grew up during the crack epidemic, with guns, drugs, and the threat of incarceration an accepted part of daily life for nearly everyone he knew. To rent his own apartment, he needed a paycheck—something the money from dealing drugs didn't provide. For that, he took a position in 1992 with a new nonprofit, the Earth Conservation Corps. Gradually, Rodney fell in love with the work to restore and conserve the polluted Anacostia River that flows through DC. As conditions along the river improved, he helped to reintroduce bald eagles to the region and befriended an injured Eurasian Eagle Owl named Mr. Hoots, the first of many birds whose respect he would work hard to earn. 
   
   
   
  Bird Brother is a story about pursuing dreams against all odds, and the importance of second chances. Rodney's life was nearly upended when he was arrested on drug charges in 2002. The jail sentence sharpened his resolve to get out of the hustling life. With the fierceness of the raptors he had admired for so long, he began to train to become a master falconer and to develop his own raptor education program and sanctuary. Rodney's son Mike, a DC firefighter, has also begun his journey to being a master falconer, with his own kids cheering him along the way.

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  My Turn - When Caregiving Roles...

  Linda Wright

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  Weaving two different parts of her life, Linda Wright combines the care she received from her parents and the care she gave to them when they became elderly and frail. She was born with a rare bleeding disorder, so even the slightest bump created deep bruises on her body and a minor injury kept her out of school. The disorder limited her ability to grow up like a typical kid—riding bikes, climbing, and running. Despite the many hospitalizations for uncontrolled bleeding and infusions to clot her blood for a condition that even doctors struggled to treat, Linda’s parents gave her a childhood filled with wonder, joy, and love. “My parents protected me, inspired me, and believed in me. They were the ones who had taught me how to be safe,” Linda said. When her aging and infirm parents grew to need increasing levels of care themselves, she declared, “I would do whatever it cost to care for them. It was my turn.”

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  Voice - Adam Pottle on Writing...

  Adam Pottle

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  How deafness influences one writer's creative process. 
   
   
   
  In Voice, Adam Pottle explores the crucial role deafness has played in the growth of his imagination, and in doing so presents a unique perspective on a writer's development. Born deaf in both ears, Pottle recounts what it was like growing up in a world of muted sound, and how his deafness has influenced virtually everything about his writing, from his use of language to character and plot choices. Salty, bold, and relentlessly honest, Voice makes us think about writing in entirely new ways and expands our understanding of deafness and the gifts that it can offer.

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  Unsafe: Damian longs for home...

  Cathy Glass

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  Damian longs for home, but one man stands in his way … 
  Damian is just seven when he is taken in by foster carer Cathy Glass. His mother, Rachel, loves her three young children dearly, but she is vulnerable, naive and unable to cope on her own. 
  Cathy sets about helping Damian overcome his eating issues, with the hope that he will eventually return home. But when Rachel’s new boyfriend, Troy, arrives on the scene, Cathy becomes deeply concerned. She soon realises that Damian and his siblings are in great danger … 
  Cathy Glass's latest memoir, UNSAFE, is a Sunday Times bestseller that delves into the world of fostering, adoption, and the complexities of family relationships. The autobiography, filled with personal studies and social commentary, is a testament to her status as a top non-fiction author. 
  For fans of Maggie Hartley (Battered, Broken, Healed), Linda Watson-Brown (Don't Say A Word), Kat Ward (KERI 2), Veronica Clark (Snatched), and Torey L. Hayden (The Invisible Girl). 
  HarperCollins 2023

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  Fierce Encounters: The Deadly...

  Ronan Ashford

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  Fierce Encounters: The Deadly Truth Behind Man-Eating Beasts 
  ⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide with Explanations ⭐⭐ 
  Are you eager to advance your knowledge and gain a deeper understanding of survival and primal instincts through the lens of nature's most formidable creatures? 
  Searching for a detailed guide that deciphers the crucial elements behind man-eating beasts and the raw truths of survival? 
  Your quest ends here! 
  This audiobook serves as your essential companion for enhancing your understanding, developing your insights, and exploring practical experiences. With this resource, you're set for a profound journey. 
  Updated for the latest insights into survival dynamics. 
  Key features of this engaging exploration: 
  - In-depth analysis of the deadly truths surrounding man-eating beasts 
  - Comprehensive explanations of survival instincts and behaviors 
  - Effective strategies for understanding encounters with these formidable creatures 
  Our guide stands out through its thorough examination, which is vital for grasping the complexities of survival interactions. Concepts are explored in depth, ensuring clarity and comprehension. 
  Created with a straightforward structure and accessible language, our audiobook ensures a seamless flow of ideas. Say goodbye to convoluted terminology and embrace clear, accurate, and engaging content. 
  So, why hesitate? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your audiobook, and embark on your journey into the world of survival and primal instincts!

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  Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone...

  Bob Mortimer, Paul Whitehouse

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  ONE OF THE BEST AUDIOBOOKS OF 2019 - The GuardianJoin  these two comedy greats and lifelong friends on their journey from  recuperation to riverbank in this hilarious and heart-warming audiobook  that gives you a front-row seat at an exclusive Bob and Paul production.Bob  Mortimer and Paul Whitehouse have been friends for 30 years, but when  life intervened, what was once a joyous and spontaneous friendship  dwindled to the odd phone call or occasional catch up. Then, Glory Be!  They were both diagnosed with heart disease and realised that time is  short. They'd better spend it fishing . . .So they dusted off  their kits, chucked on their waders and ventured into the achingly  beautiful British countryside to fish, rediscover the joys of their  friendship and ruminate on some of life's most profound questions, such  as: How did we get so old? Where are all the fish? What are your  favourite pocket meats? What should we do if we find a corpse?Following the success of the BBC's Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing  series, this wonderful audiobook by two lifelong friends is a love  letter to the joys of angling, the thrill of the catch and the virtue of  having a right daft laff with your mates. On the fish, the equipment,  the food, and the locations, Gone Fishing is the perfect  audiobook for fans of Bob Mortimer, Paul Whitehouse and for anyone who  wants to listen to a brilliantly written and endlessly funny joint  memoir on life, friendship and joys of fishing.AUDIO EDITION INCLUDES AN EXCLUSIVE FISHING TRIP WITH BOB AND PAUL.

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