Collection: Self-Development

With a strange, otherworldly style, poetic clarity, and striking honesty, Ask Baba Yaga contains beautifully skewed wisdom to be consulted in times of need.

Dear Baba Yaga,
I think I must crave male attention too much. I fear that, without it, I would feel invisible.

BABA YAGA:
When you seek others this way, you are invisible nonetheless. Yr shawl is covered in mirrors in which others admire themselves; this is why they greet you so passionately. It is good to be seen, but it is better to see. Find a being to look hard into, & you will see yrself and what is more than you.

In age-old Slavic fairy tales, the witch Baba Yaga is sought out by those with a burning need for guidance. In contemporary life, Baba Yaga--a dangerous, slippery oracle--answered earnest questions on The Hairpin for years. These pages collect her most poignant, surreal, and humorous exchanges along with all-new questions and answers for those seeking her mystical advice.

Inspire Black boys to imagine all the great things they can do while celebrating remarkable moments from Black history!

Dear boy, Black boy, I believe in you so.

Let's start your story--ready, set, go.

From athlete and activist Colin Kaepernick to musician Sam Cooke, inventor Elijah McCoy and writer Chinua Achebe, there are so many inspirational men in Black history. This lyrical, rhythmic text encourages boys to imagine everything they can be and the great things they can do, drawing on the strength of people throughout history that paved the way for Black boys today.

Black Boy, Black Boy tells today's boys: you have the courage, you are the light. It's a new day! Be inspired and motivated by drawing on the history of the role models that came before you.

Black Boy, Black Boy is perfect for those looking for:

-inspirational books for kids

-joyful Black childrens' books

-Black history books for kids

Unicorns have captured imaginations for centuries, and now sophisticated colorists will be enchanted with more than 30 illustrations of these legendary creatures. Set in a variety of poses against intricately embellished natural backgrounds, these mythic scenes will foster a sense of creative serenity. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Unicorns and other Creative Haven(R) adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress.

Have you ever sensed that your life has a deeper, more meaningful purpose, but you don't know what it is? If so, you're not alone. To help you and the millions like you, psychic Ainslie MacLeod's spirit guides have given him a systematic approach to uncovering who you really are--and the life your soul has planned for. They call it The Instruction.

Now, for the first time, this unique teaching is offered as a step-by-step program for realizing personal fulfillment. The Instruction will take you through 10 doorways to unveil the life plan your soul created before you were even born, including:

Your Soul Age--Determining how it shapes your beliefs and behaviors
- Your Soul Type--Are you a Hunter? Thinker? Creator? What your Soul Type reveals about your true self
- Your Powers--Connecting fully and permanently with your spirit guides to create your destiny
- Your Talents--Using your past lives to enhance the present
By taking you on a journey beyond this plane, Ainslie MacLeod uses a groundbreaking system to help you unlock the secrets of your soul's purpose, and illuminate the path of your life with The Instruction.

If you are a builder, remodeler, building inspector, or anyone who plays a role in building a home, you know how invaluable a good reference book is for staying on top of codes. Now in its third edition, Code Check Complete combines the full versions of the individual Code Check titles into a single, complete, all-in-one guide to the most commonly cited code violations encountered by building inspectors.

• From general building and mechanicals to electrical and plumbing, Code Check Complete pairs clear language with helpful tables and illustrations to clarify the complex rules and many changes in the latest codes so that every project can be completed fast, on-budget, and safely.

This is a comprehensive reference book on all aspects of crochet.

The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet, 2nd Edition provides a reference for all methods, including Tunisian, intermeshing, broomstick lace, hairpin lace, and freeform crochet. Includes step-by-step instructions for all the basic stitches and swatches of 100s of stitch patterns with complete instructions. Now with:

• All new projects
• 20 new stitch patterns
• Expanded basics

Do you feel trapped by your addiction to cannabis? Is your motivation and lust for life being sapped by an obsession with your next joint? If so, then this book is for you.

Allen Carr's Easyway method is a global phenomenon - a clinically proven and 100% drug-free treatment for nicotine addiction. This book applies that tried-and-tested method to the problem of marijuana addiction. With clear no-nonsense guidance, this book gives you a structured, easy-to-follow method for getting free from cannabis painlessly and immediately.

The ingenious thing about the Easyway method is that it doesn't rely on willpower. Instead it works by unravelling the cognitive brainwashing behind your addiction. This means that you will not only be set free from your cannabis addiction but you will also find it easy and even enjoyable to quit:

- Without using willpower, aids, substitutes, or gimmicks
- Without envying partners, friends or colleagues who use cannabis
- Without suffering anxiety, depression, or unpleasant withdrawal symptoms

This method is effective for anyone who consumes cannabis in any form, including joints, bongs, edibles, capsules, vape or other methods. Simply read this book and become a happy, cannabis-free person for the rest of your life.

What people say about Allen Carr's Easyway method:

"Allen Carr's international bestseller...has helped countless people quit."
Time Out New York

"His skill is in removing the psychological dependence."
The Sunday Times

A First Book of Morphy aims to illustrate the teachings of three great chessplayers with games played by the first American chess champion, Paul Morphy. The book presents more than 60 of Morphy's brilliant and instructive games in demonstration of basic chess principles written by grandmasters Reuben Fine and Cecil Purdy.

Forty-six picturesque scenes celebrate the simple pleasures of country life: farms, roadside stands, pastures, mills, covered bridges, and more. Colorists can achieve realistic effects with the help of lightly printed numbers that correspond to a simple color key. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Country Scenes Color by Number and other Creative Haven(R) adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress.

Kids will be able to say, "I can do that!" after reading this value-packed resource dedicated to learning independent life skills.

"Really great. I've been waiting for a book like this for a very long time with photos and illustrations that can be understood by a child who can't read yet. My children love to reproduce what they see and not what I tell them, so it's perfect!" (customer review of the French edition).

In I Can Do That, photos and illustrations combine to produce a value-packed resource for families preparing for their child's big life stages. Young readers can learn how to lace up their shoes, put on a sweater, go to the toilet, peel fruit, count to 100, and brush their teeth. Step by step instructions sit alongside more than 700 fun and helpful photos and illustrations to help children practice and learn.

The short and practical text will help your child learn to be independent. As they grow up, they will be able to say, "I can do that!" every time they turn the page. Perfect for families following Montessori practices and caregivers keen for their children to develop natural interests at their own pace, I Can Do That is an extraordinary book that both parents and kids will love!

Anyone can design and create their own quilt! Honest!

The T-Shirt Quilt: Design And Create Your Own Memory Quilt In One Weekend is a book for anyone who has wanted to make their own memory quilt, T-shirt quilt or scrapbook quilt. It is for those who want to commemorate their teen's high school years or their young adult's college years. It is for those who like to "Do It Themselves." It is also for those who have lost someone special or close to them and they would like to go on this journey as a way to honor the one they lost or as a way to go through the grieving process.

This book gives you a foolproof concept of how to put the pieces together with a minimum of math and measuring. It will give you tips on cutting, ironing and sewing 1/4 inch seams. But don't worry! If your seams aren't perfect or you cut something wrong, there are even tips to handle that.

Every effort has been made to define and describe the techniques used. With over 400 pictures in full color, this book is perfect for the visual learners. By following these easy steps, you will learn to create and design your own work of art.

The concept of choosing your colors will be covered in the first chapter. This will be boiled down to a simplicity that anyone can follow. Preparing the t-shirts is covered in detail along with how to cut them and what sizes to cut. How to incorperate pockets and hoodies are included.

Tips on how to sew straight lines, 1/4 inch seams, how to make blocks that are the same size, how to sew colunms together, how to make your quilt square, how to make it lay flat, how to add borders, choose a back, chose the batting, how to add a binding: all this and more are discribbed and shown in full color detailed pictures so that even the beginning quilter can follow and create their own masterpiece.

Two relaxing activities in one book for Star Wars fans everywhere!

This multipurpose book features 52 word search puzzles with Star Wars themes accompanied by intricate artwork from all nine episodes in the Skywalker Saga--from The Phantom Menace to The Rise of Skywalker. With themes that include favorite characters and locations, this is the ideal activity book to have with you whether you're in the mood for a puzzle or some quiet time for coloring--or both!

ALOHA (love) - 'ĀINA (land) - MO'OLELO (stories) - 'OHANA (family)
DISCOVER FOUR FOUNDATIONS OF HAWAIIAN LIVING
FOR A PEACEFUL AND BALANCED LIFE.
More than just a beautiful paradise, Hawai'i has a rich culture, deeply rooted in tradition. Native Hawaiian and cultural expert Kainoa Daines has spent many years teaching visitors to the islands about this time-honored wisdom, and now he has teamed up with journalist Annie Daly to share that knowledge with you. Island Wisdom is an inspirational and rewarding journey through traditional Hawaiian teachings that have stood the test of time, from how to be pono (live a balanced life) to how to mālama 'āina (preserve and protect the land). Filled with the voices and guidance of Hawaiian elders, regional folklore, and ancient teachings--plus gorgeous local photography and illustrations throughout--Island Wisdom is a celebration of Hawaiian culture, language, and values that will give you a deeper understanding, appreciation, and respect for Hawai'i and the Hawaiian way of life.

Perfect for:

- Fans of the New York Times bestseller The Little Book of Hygge
- Travelers who have visited or are thinking of visiting Hawai'i
- Readers curious to learn about Hawaiian culture and language
- Anyone seeking a more thoughtful and balanced life

The evidence is undeniable: Educators are some of the hardest-working and underappreciated professionals on earth, a truth highlighted by the epidemic proportions of compassion fatigue and burnout occurring across the field.

There's no doubt that educators are purpose-driven, passionate helpers of children, families, and their communities, but with a never-ending list of responsibilities and reductions in many school resources year after year, the suffering and stress involved are fast outweighing the resilience reserves of so many.

With Forward-Facing(R) for Educators: A Journey to Professional Resilience and Compassion Restoration, it doesn't have to be that way.

Co-written by long-time educators Cheryl Fuller and Rebecca Leimkuehler alongside trauma expert and Forward-Facing(R) Institute founder Dr. J. Eric Gentry, this book teaches and validates the distinct challenges of being an educator today, while putting the power of personal healing and restoration firmly back in your hands-where it belongs.

Envision each school day characterized by physical and mental comfort no matter what happens, as you work and live in accordance with your values and goals, and enjoy social connections and self-care practices that nourish, support, and give you a deep sense of peace and fulfillment.

These are the five skills offered by the Forward-Facing(R) process for professional resilience, and they have the potency to transform every facet of your career in education, personal journey, and mission to help children beginning today.

Mad Libs is the world's greatest word game and the perfect gift for anyone who likes to laugh! Write in the missing words on each page to create your own hilariously funny stories all about outer space.

On Jupiter, TYPE OF FOOD grows on trees! With 21 "fill-in-the-blank" stories about cosmic exploration, encounters with aliens, and space stations, Mad Libs from Outer Space has something for every fan of the cosmos! Play alone, in a group, or on Mars! Mad Libs are a fun family activity recommended for ages 8 to NUMBER.

Mad Libs from Outer Space includes:

- Silly stories 21 "fill-in-the-blank" stories all about outer space!
- Language arts practice Mad Libs are a great way to build reading comprehension and grammar skills.
- Fun with Friends each story is a chance for friends to work together to create unique stories!

365 Days of Creativity is a thoughtful and inspiring book designed to help you carve out moments of self-expression and unlock your creative potential.

Lorna Scobie shows you how to experiment, explore and let go of your artistic inhibitions, encouraging you to look for creative inspiration wherever you go.

Featuring creative daily exercises and goal-setting as well as plenty of supportive prompts and tips, this fun and inspiring book will stir your imagination to put a little creativity into every day.

Discover all the books in the 365 Days of Art series: 365 Days of Art, 365 Days of Art in Nature, 365 Days of Creativity, 365 Days of Drawing.