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  Anarchy in High Heels

  Denise Larson

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  A San Francisco porno theater might be the last place you'd expect to plant the seed of a feminist troupe, but truth is stranger than fiction. 
  In 1972, access to birth control and a burn-your-bra ethos were leading young women to repudiate their 1950s conservative upbringing and embrace a new liberation. Denise Larson was a timid twenty-four-year-old actress wannabe when, at an after-hours countercultural event called The People's Nickelodeon, she accidentally created Les Nickelettes. This banding together of like-minded women with an anything-goes spirit unlocked a deeply hidden female humor. For the first time, Denise allowed the suppressed satirical thoughts dancing through her head to come out in the open. Together with Les Nickelettes, which quickly became a brazen women's lib troupe, she presented a series of feminist skits, stunts, and musical comedy plays that led The Bay Guardian to describe the group in 1980 as "nutty, messy, flashy, trashy, and very funny." 
  With sisterhood providing the moxie, Denise took on leadership positions not common for women at the time: playwright, stage director, producer, and administrative/artistic director. But, in the end, the most important thing her time with Les Nickelettes taught her was the power of female friendship.

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  Ernest Hemingway: Three Stories...

  Ernest Hemingway

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  Ernest Hemingway's first book - "Three Stories and Ten Poems" - announced the arrival of one of the 20th Century's most revered and admired writers.   In this brief collection, published in 1923, Hemingway introduces two styles of writing: his unique, famously austere and unadorned prose style as well as his early attempts at verse. The three stories are "Up in Michigan," "Out of Season" and "My Old Man," each of which takes place in locales that regular readers of Hemingway will find familiar: the great outdoors, the Italian countryside and the bull-ring. Hemingway also offers some early, experimental poetry to round off this fascinating and brilliant early work by one of the seminal authors of his generation.   "Thee Stories and Ten Poems" is offered here in its original and unabridged format.

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  Unread Pages - The Silent...

  Marnie Del Beauchamp

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  Unread Pages is the compelling story of a mum journeying through the world of business whilst navigating divorce, financial ruin, personal tragedy, health crises, loss, and grief. Highs and lows have marked Marnie's journey to success, but what stands strong is her "never give up" mindset. There were so many times when she thought she couldn't make it through, but she did. She wants to empower you to find that strength within yourself. When we let fear and self doubt hold us back, we are living within self-imposed limitations. 
  This book is a powerful and inspiring memoir offering a captivating glimpse into my extraordinary journey through the business world. Witness the courage and determination it took to rebuild my life after losing everything in a challenging business sale. 
  The narrative is an authentic portrayal of the struggles, setbacks and personal challenges I’ve faced, making it a relatable and compelling read for anyone who has experienced hardships in life. My resilience and strength in the face of adversity will resonate, motivating you to persevere through your own obstacles. 
  This memoir isn't just a story about business, it's a testament to the human spirit and our ability to rise above adversity, finding new purpose and creating a fulfilling life. This book is an empowering and heartwarming read that will leave you inspired and motivated to chase your dreams, no matter the challenges you face.

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  War - From their pens to your...

  Sherwood Anderson

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  Sherwood Anderson was born on 13th September 1876 in Camden, Ohio. 
  When his father’s business failed the family was forced to move on a regular basis before finally settling in Clyde, Ohio.   
  Anderson, one of 7 children, left school at 14 to take a number of jobs to help with the family finances. These were difficult years. 
  He moved to Chicago in search of opportunities before joining the Army for the US-Spanish War of 1898.  He then entered Wittenberg Academy in Springfield, Ohio to complete his education before moving back to Chicago to take up a writing job. 
  In 1904 he married Cornelia Lane, her family had resources and Anderson was keen, with this family backing, to run a business. 
  The early years of their marriage produced 3 children but a nervous breakdown in 1907 and another in 1912, despite his success as a business entrepreneur, resulted in him abandoning his family and deciding that a literary career would be best for him.   
  A move back to Chicago resulted in a job in advertising, a divorce from Cornelia and marriage to Tennessee Mitchell.  
  That same year his first book ‘Windy McPherson’s Son’ was released and in 1919, his most famous book, ‘Winesburg, Ohio’, a collection of short stories about life in an Ohio town was released. 
  Anderson continued to write short stories, novels and non-fiction but his only true bestseller came with ‘Dark Laughter’.  His influence on writers that followed, from Faulkner to Hemingway, was immense. He also married a further two times.   
  Sherwood Anderson died in in Colón, Panama, on the 8th March, 1941. He was 64. An autopsy revealed that a swallowed toothpick had resulted in peritonitis. 
  His headstone epitaph reads ‘Life, Not Death is the Great Adventure.’

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  Great Lives: Esther - A Woman of...

  Charles R. Swindoll

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  Everyone loves a transformation story. Rags to riches. Plain to beautiful. Weak to strong. The story of Queen Esther is that and so much more. The second book in Charles Swindoll's Great Lives series, this book will show you Queen Esther's life and legacy like you've never seen it before. 
  Innocently victimized by an unbearable situation, Esther stepped up and determined, by God's grace, to make a difference. But she doesn't despair. Instead, she embraces uncertainty and fights for her people. In doing so, she not only exposed and foiled the plans of an evil man--she singlehandedly saved her nation. 
  As you dive deeper into Esther's story, you'll learn timeless lessons that you can apply to your own life, including:The importance of standing up for what you believe in, even when it's difficultHow to embrace your God-given strengthThe true limits of retaliation 
  Join Swindoll as he unravels the ancient, real-life story of Esther, sharing ways that modern believers can embody the integrity, dignity, and strength that empowered Esther as she did the impossible.

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  Masterfully Crafted - My...

  Sandra Ivette Miranda

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  Life has a way of breaking us into pieces, leaving us wondering what comes next. But don't be hasty to throw away those shattered dreams, hopes, and expectations. Your worth is not determined by your past experiences. Your strength lies in your ability to rise above life's challenges.With the embrace of God's love, those fractured fragments come together to forge an extraordinary living masterpiece. You; reborn and enhanced.Sandra Miranda's debut book, "Masterfully Crafted," recounts the journey of a woman who faced trials of epic proportions. In a remarkably short span, she weathered divorce after a three-decade marriage, mourned a son lost to an accidental overdose, supported another son's struggle with mental health, and simultaneously confronted several other trials."Masterfully Crafted" is available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, offering a revolutionary and effortlessly readable style. If pain, loss, grief, insecurity, or shame weigh heavy on you, Sandra will reveal her path to breakthrough and renewed faith in God's promises. Despite your current brokenness, her story of triumph will ignite hope that God holds a masterful mosaic to reshape you.Within her debut memoir, Sandra Miranda — author, speaker, entrepreneur, pastor, and visionary strategist — lays bare a poignant, vulnerable, and emotionally charged personal narrative. After enduring years of formidable personal challenges, Miranda's story takes a turn, ushering in renewed hope in the divine promise of Jeremiah 29:11 — a promise of prosperity and a future unmarred by harm. Through guidance, fortuitous connections, and newfound opportunities, she discovered the power to relinquish the grip of past pain. She imparts these lessons to empower you for transformation as well.Indeed, there is immeasurable value in brokenness.

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