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  The World According to Joan Didion

  Evelyn McDonnell

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  A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF 2023 by The Millions 
  ""A wonderfully fitting tribute to Joan Didion: one that avoids simple platitudes, approaching the great writer with a fierce, probing intelligence, flawless language, and the impulse, which drove Didion's finest work, to understand the dreams of another."" — Hua Hsu, Pulitzer-winning author of Stay True 
  An intimate exploration of the life, craft, and legacy of one of the most revered and influential writers, an artist who continues to inspire fans and creatives to cultivate practices of deep attention, rigorous interrogation and beautiful style. 
  Joan Didion was a writer’s writer; not only a groundbreaking journalist, essayist, novelist and screenwriter, but a keen observer who honed her sights on life’s telling details. Her insights continue to influence creatives and admirers, encouraging them to become close observers of the world, unsentimental critics, and meticulous stylists. 
  An antidote to a global view that narrows our vision to the smallest screens, The World According To Joan Didion is a meditation on the people, places, and objects that propelled Didion’s prose and an invitation to journalists, storytellers, and life adventurers to “throw themselves into the convulsions of the world,” as she once said. 
  Evelyn McDonnell, the acclaimed journalist, essayist, critic, feminist, native Californian, and university professor who regularly teaches Didion’s work, is attuned to interpret Didion’s vision for readers today. Inspired by Didion’s own words—from her works both published and unpublished—and informed by the people who knew Didion and those whose lives she shaped, The World According to Joan Didion is an illustrated journey through her life, tracing the path she carved from Sacramento, Portuguese Bend, Los Angeles, and Malibu to Manhattan, Miami, and Hawaii. McDonnell reveals the world as it was seen through Didion’s eyes and explores her work in chapters keyed to the singular physical motifs of her writing: Snake. Typewriter. Hotel. Notebook. Girl. Etc. 
  One of the first books to be published after the revered writer’s death in 2021, The World According to Joan Didion is a literary companion for those embarking on new journeys and a guide to innovative ways of being. It will radically transform the way you explore the world, and will help you answer the question as you sit in a café, or on a plane or train, pondering the future: What would Joan Didion have seen?

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  Hollywood Virgin - Breaking Into...

  Jason Felts

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  Growing up in small-town Texas, Jason Felts dreamed of being in Hollywood. He made his way to California, started his own production company at twenty-three, was named to Variety's "Top 10 to Watch" list, rubbed elbows with famous faces daily, and rose quickly to build and lead a multi-million dollar entertainment company for Virgin, one of the world's most respected brands—so why did he walk away at such a young age? Jason recounts how he diligently pursued opportunities in the entertainment industry, quickly working his way up from small-time, thankless jobs serving the most powerful, to becoming a key industry player himself, making incredible things happen behind the scenes that no one ever knew—until now. Join him as he spills never-told-before tea, sharing how he lost his Hollywood virginity. 
   
   
   
  Hollywood Virgin is Jason's journey of discovering what happens when you achieve more than you imagined and find that the excess isn't enough. This raw and real insider look provides a peek behind the scenes of an industry very few really know. Jason elegantly removes the concealer off the powerful, fake, and dishonest power players at the same time he equally shines light on the authentic, selfless, or lesser known stories in Hollywood. For all those working hard towards fulfilling their dreams, learn and be inspired from his anything-but-straightforward career.

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  When Christians Disagree -...

  Tim Cooper, Michael A. G. Haykin

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  Two Oppositional Figures in Church History Shed Light on Division in the Church Today
  Our current culture seems to be increasingly divided on countless issues, including those affecting the church. But for centuries, theological disagreements, political differences, and issues relating to church leadership have made it challenging for Christians to foster unity and love for one another.
  In this book, author Tim Cooper explores this polarization through the lives of two oppositional figures in church history: John Owen and Richard Baxter. Cooper highlights their individual stories while showing how their contrasting life experiences, personalities, and temperaments led to their inability to work together. After exploring these lessons from the past, readers will gain insights into their own relationships, ultimately learning how to love and live in harmony with their fellow believers despite their disagreements.
  
  - Timely: In today's deeply divided culture, this book offers past examples to help spur unity among believers today
  - Historical: Biographical examination of two Puritan writers from the 17th century: John Owen and Richard Baxter
  - Accessible: Short format and crisp writing style offer an engaging story with no background knowledge required

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  The Shocking Truth about...

  Zoey Fraisers

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  The rise of financial scams has become a significant concern in today’s increasingly interconnected world. As technology advances and digital platforms become more integrated into our daily lives, scammers have found new ways to deceive individuals, businesses, and even governments. The ability to access information at our fingertips has made us more vulnerable to various types of fraud, ranging from phishing emails and fake investments to elaborate Ponzi schemes. With the sheer volume of scams being reported worldwide, it’s no longer just a matter of financial loss—it’s also about the emotional and psychological toll these scams take on their victims. 
    
  Understanding scams is critical not only for safeguarding your finances but also for protecting your peace of mind. As a society, we are more connected than ever, making it easier for scammers to exploit trust and manipulate personal relationships. Whether it’s through fraudulent phone calls, emails, or social media platforms, the perpetrators of these crimes are constantly adapting, finding new ways to appear legitimate and convincing. For many victims, the experience is not just about losing money; it’s about the violation of trust and the sense of betrayal that comes from being deceived. 
    
  The growing impact of financial scams on society is undeniable. They leave lasting consequences that extend far beyond the immediate monetary losses. Scams are not only affecting individuals but are also putting pressure on financial institutions, law enforcement, and regulators. In many cases, scams have become so sophisticated that even the most cautious and informed individuals can fall prey to them. The emotional damage and trauma caused by financial scams are significant and often linger long after the financial recovery is complete.

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  Two Pilgrims Meet: In Search of...

  Basil Scott, Minoru Kasai

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  The authors tell how they grew up in China, met in India and were reunited in England and Japan. They share their discovery of the key to reconciliation between China and Japan. 
  Digging deep into their personal histories and borrowing freely from their understanding of the world, the authors offer a reflection that seeks to absorb the still-resounding messages, meant for humanity as a whole, of Hiroshima and Nanjing. Rajmohan Gandhi, historian and grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, Mumbai 
  I am in Hong Kong as I write this, where China-Japan relations are central to regional stability. This book addresses some very key issues on that front, I highly recommend it. Andrew White, President of the Foundation for Relief and Reconciliation in the Middle East 
  A unique tribute to the search for harmony and reconciliation between China and Japan seen from two different viewpoints. Liu Cheng, Professor of History and Peace Studies, Nanjing University 
  This fascinating book is a resilient testimony to the reconciliation, hope, freedom and creative coexistence, of which human beings are capable. Shin Chiba, Professor of Political Thought, ICU, Tokyo.

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  What the Trumpet Taught Me

  Kim Moore

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  Award-winning poet Kim Moore studied music and was a trumpet teacher for several years. What the Trumpet Taught Me is a collection of vivid and immediate snapshots, from first lessons to music college, and from teaching the trumpet in schools and conducting a brass band, through to playing in working men's clubs in a ten-piece soul band.
  Meditative and often funny, these short prose pieces are always open to experience and clear-eyed about the vagaries of class-prejudice and the intricacies of gender in a predominantly male world.
  The trumpet is the central character that we always return to as we are asked to consider the pivotal role of music in both an individual and social history.

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