Collection: Self-Development

This beginner-friendly handbook helps homeowners create a beautiful garden that attracts birds, bees, butterflies, and more.

In The Ultimate Wildlife Habitat Garden, Stacy Tornio makes it easy to attract birds, bees, and butterflies to your home garden by sharing details about which plants attract specific creatures. Entice birds with black-eyed susans, attract bumblebees by planting bee balm, and more. Choose from ten garden plans, including a hummingbird garden, a birdseed garden, and options that are low-maintenance and drought-resistant. You'll also get advice on finding the right feeder, avoiding pesticides, and choosing native plants. This beautiful, photo-filled guide will enable you to create the earth-friendly garden of your dreams.

Dare to descend into the Underdark in this adventure for the world's greatest roleplaying game

The Underdark is a subterranean wonderland, a vast and twisted labyrinth where fear reigns. It is the home of horrific monsters that have never seen the light of day. It is here that the dark elf Gromph Baenre, Archmage of Menzoberranzan, casts a foul spell meant to ignite a magical energy that suffuses the Underdark and tears open portals to the demonic Abyss. What steps through surprises even him, and from that moment on, the insanity that pervades the Underdark escalates and threatens to shake the Forgotten Realms to its foundations. Stop the madness before it consumes you!

A Dungeons & Dragons(R) adventure for characters of levels 1-15

"Puts into words exactly what my heart felt after the loss of my spouse." - Page Bratcher, Grief and Divorce Recovery Coach

This loss changes everything.

The loss of a life partner can be traumatic. Oblivious to our suffering, the world around us speeds on as if nothing happened. Stunned, shocked, sad, confused, and angry, we blink in disbelief. Our hearts are broken. Our souls shake.

We look for comfort. Our broken, grieving hearts need it to survive.

Multiple award-winning author, hospice chaplain, and grief counselor Gary Roe is a trusted voice who has been helping wounded, grieving hearts find hope and healing for more than three decades. Written with heartfelt compassion, this warm, easy-to-read, and practical book reads like a caring conversation with a friend and will become a comforting companion as you navigate the turbulent waters of grief.

Gary's desire is to meet you in your grief and walk with you there. Composed of brief chapters, Comfort for the Grieving Spouse's Heart is designed to be read one chapter per day, giving you bite-sized bits of comfort, encouragement, and healing over a period of time. You do not have to read it this way, of course. We all grieve differently. Read in the way that is most natural for you.

In Comfort for the Grieving Spouse's Heart, you will discover how to...

• Process complicated grief emotions (sadness, anger, guilt, confusion, guilt, anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed, etc).
• Navigate all the relational changes - feeling alone, misunderstood, isolated, and even rejected by those around you.
• Handle the increased stress and uncertainty that this heavy loss can bring.
• Deal with physical and mental health issues, illnesses, and new symptoms that often arise.
• Take care of yourself through diet, hydration, fitness, and rest.
• Deal with a myriad of practical issues (financial challenges, parenting, family activities),
• Handle the intense, deep loneliness that often comes with this loss.

You will also find hope in how to...

• Think through the challenging spiritual and faith questions that frequently surface.
• Relate well to the people around you - those who are helpful and those who aren't.
• Overcome the tendency to run from emotional pain with unhealthy habits or compulsive behaviors.
• Deal well with triggers and the grief bursts that will come.
• Find the support you need for survival, recovery, and healing (safe people, fellow grievers, counseling, etc.).
• Develop a simple, realistic plan for birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays.
• Use your grief for good - for yourself, your family, and others.
• Allow this loss to give you greater perspective and motivate you to live more effectively than ever before.
• Make your life count, one day, one moment at a time.

Please don't grieve alone. Let Comfort for the Grieving Spouse's Heart join you on this arduous, tasking journey. Be kind to yourself. Take your heart seriously.

Death has invaded, but it doesn't have to win. Read on. Comfort awaits you in these pages of this book.

The Compost Coach is a colourful, comprehensive and accessible guide to creating the very best compost AKA garden gold. Kate is on a mission to empower readers to understand the small steps they can take every day to look after the environment and live more sustainability.

The book is pitched at the home composter, including people who live in apartments and houses with or without gardens (yes, you can compost without a garden!). Kate helps the reader to rethink their waste management and teaches them how easy it is to divert food scraps and household carbon away from landfill. She unravels the technicalities of soil science, talks through the building blocks of a robust compost system and busts a few myths along the way. Charming illustrations, how-to photos, and Kate's warm, entertaining voice complete the package.

Inner Glimpse is about accessing your own inner power. You are the one who already carries the codes, and this book is meant to activate a powerful reminder within you that will ignite your true potential. You will experience many profound realizations that will elevate your state of mind and take your life to a whole new level. Everything found inside this book will allow you to see beyond all limitations. Inner Glimpse will give you a new sense of hope and a vision that is truly unstoppable. You will tune into your own inner source of energy for greater passion for life, true dedication to the realization of your dreams, and real energy to navigate this adventure you're on. You will instantly begin to see beyond the illusions, tap into your own inner superpowers, and remember your own greatness. Every single page will provide a surge of energy. Miracles will start to become natural occurrences. A new you will come alive, and you will remember what has always been there. You now have access to activate your divine spark.

What's Inside?

- Self-Mastery: A 15-day Self-Mastery Program that will automatically allow you to tap into your inner potential and magnify it 100 times over. You will spend five days mastering your mental state, another five days altering your physical experience, and five more days activating your own Inner Glimpse.

- 5 Powerful Methods: Alter how you experience your reality with these five powerful methods: the Look Method, the Speak It Method, the Step Into It Method, and the Edit Method. No matter what is happening around you, you will shift your perspective instantly when you realize that you can respond, change, and see the world in a whole new way. Use these methods daily and watch the miracles begin to happen right away.

- Inner Glimpse Affirmations: 100 affirmations that will activate your inner power. These affirmations will awaken a sudden remembrance of all your potential. You will instantly feel the energy of every word, and become empowered and unstoppable like never before.

- Inner Glimpse Daily Thoughts: 30 Inner Glimpse thoughts to use on a daily basis to activate, recharge, and clear your energy. These 30 thoughts are meant to lift you higher and expose your true potential.

It's time to truly see.

An engaging exploration of the unique history and biology of fasting--an essential component of many traditional health practices, religions, and philosophies, resurging in popularity today--perfect for readers of Breath by James Nestor and Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker.

We fast all the time, even when we're not conscious of doing so. A fast manifests the idea of holding back, resisting the animal impulse to charge ahead. Its flip side is similarly everywhere: call it splurging, self-indulgence, or a variant of "self-care." Based on extensive historical, scientific, and cultural research and reporting, The Fast illuminates the numerous facets of this act of self-deprivation. John Oakes interviews doctors, spiritual leaders, activists, and others who guide him through this practice--and embarks on fasts of his own--to deliver a book that supplies readers curious about fasting with profound new understanding, appreciation, and inspiration.

Fasting has become increasingly popular for a variety of reasons--from health advocates who see fasting as a method to lose weight or to detox, to the faithful who fast in prayer, to seekers pursuing mindfulness, to activists using hunger strikes as an effective means of peaceful protest. Fasting is central to holy seasons and days such as Lent in Christianity, Ramadan in Islam, and Yom Kippur in Judaism. Advocates for justice who have waged hunger strikes include Gandhi in India, Bobby Sands in Ireland, and the Taxi Workers Alliance in New York City. Whether for philosophical, political, or health-related reasons, fasting marks a departure from daily routine.

Fasting involves doing less but doing less in a radical way, reminding us that a slower, more intentional contemplative experience can be more fulfilling. Ultimately, this book shows us that fasting is about much more than food: it is about reconsidering our place in the world.

In the ongoing fight against climate change, plastic pollution, and diseases, scientists are turning to an unlikely ally--Plants to the Rescue!

Everyone knows plants are pretty cool. They create oxygen for us to breathe (fairly essential), provide us with trees to climb, and give us pretty flowers to put in vases. But it turns out that plants can do a whole lot more than that too! In this brilliant botany book by podcaster, TikToker, and plant professor Dr. Vikram Baliga, get ready to drop your jaw on the floor when you find out about:

- The spinach that can detect landmines AND send emails
- The fig trees used to create living bridges
- The glow-in-the-dark plants that might one day light your home

You'll also learn about the prickly cactus that can be turned into an eco-friendly bag and the fungi that likes to feed on oil spills.

Perfect for anyone who loves nature and wildlife, as well as the scientists of the future--you won't look at plants and trees in the same way again!

Featuring illustrations by Brian Lambert

200 New Difficult Puzzles -- They Are Not Going to Be Easy But You Are Ready

Su Doku, "the crossword without words," comes with a warning: it is seriously addictive. You don't need to be a mathematical genius to solve these puzzles; it is simply a question of logic and a little patience.

The blockbuster phenomenon that charts an amazing journey of the mind while revolutionizing our concept of memory

"Highly entertaining." --Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker

"Funny, curious, erudite, and full of useful details about ancient techniques of training memory." --The Boston Globe

An instant bestseller that has now become a classic, Moonwalking with Einstein recounts Joshua Foer's yearlong quest to improve his memory under the tutelage of top "mental athletes." He draws on cutting-edge research, a surprising cultural history of remembering, and venerable tricks of the mentalist's trade to transform our understanding of human memory. From the United States Memory Championship to deep within the author's own mind, this is an electrifying work of journalism that reminds us that, in every way that matters, we are the sum of our memories.

Can't wait for more Wordle?

No problem! Here are five hundred word puzzles that use exactly the same skills. You can do them at your own pace, wherever you like.

• Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Puzzles are sorted by difficulty into Easy, Medium, Hard and Fiendish levels. Too easy? Move up a level!
• The puzzles in this book help you train analytical skills and improve mental agility. Each increasing difficulty level uses a more elaborate vocabulary and requires greater finesse to beat the game. Fiendish-level puzzles can be a real challenge, even for dedicated word gamers!
• Big, full-size 8.5" x 11" format means large, clear text and plenty of space on the page for your notes - no more squinting at small print.
• Ideal for vacations, road trips, or any time you just want to take a relaxing break from screen time.
• Play solo, or with friends and family. A great way to get kids thinking logically!

Five letters of fun!

Each puzzle has a five-letter word for you to figure out. Previous guesses display in the puzzle, showing whether their letters are in the target word. When there's enough information for a good player to figure out the answer, it's your turn!

• Gray letters in white squares aren't in the word at all, so you can eliminate them.
• White letters in gray squares are in the word, but are in the wrong position.
• White letters in black squares are in the correct position.
• Use the alphabet tracker to cross out the eliminated letters so you can identify the remaining candidates and figure out the answer.
• Hints guide you in the right direction. If there are multiple possible answers, the hint lets you know your answer is correct. Hints are not on the same page as the puzzle, so you can choose whether or not you want to use them.
• Write your answer in the blank boxes at the bottom! All the answers are listed in the back.

Published in the USA.

Based on her inspiring, viral 2018 commencement speech to Barnard College's graduates in New York City, New York Times bestselling author, two-time Olympic gold medalist and FIFA World Cup champion Abby Wambach delivers her empowering rally cry for women to unleash their individual power, unite with their pack, and emerge victorious together.

Abby Wambach became a champion because of her incredible talent as a soccer player. She became an icon because of her remarkable wisdom as a leader. As the co-captain of the 2015 Women's World Cup Champion Team, she created a culture not just of excellence, but of honor, commitment, resilience, and sisterhood. She helped transform a group of individual women into one of the most successful, powerful and united Wolfpacks of all time.

In her retirement, Abby's ready to do the same for her new team: All Women Everywhere.

In Wolfpack, Abby's message to women is:

We have never been Little Red Riding Hood. We Are the Wolves.
We must wander off the path and blaze a new one: together.

She insists that women must let go of old rules of leadership that neither include or serve them. She's created a new set of Wolfpack rules to help women unleash their individual power, unite with their Wolfpack, and change the landscape of their lives and world: from the family room to the board room to the White House.

- Make failure your fuel: Transform failure to wisdom and power.
- Lead from the bench: Lead from wherever you are.
- Champion each other: Claim each woman's victory as your own.
- Demand the effing ball: Don't ask permission: take what you've earned.

In Abby's vision, we are not Little Red Riding Hoods, staying on the path because we're told to. We are the wolves, fighting for a better tomorrow for ourselves, our pack, and all the future wolves who will come after us.

Capture the delicate beauty of flora and fauna with this enchanting collection of stickers.

Enjoy over a thousand vintage drawings that encapsulate the majesty of a wild country garden. Detailed illustrations of picturesque landscapes and gorgeous woodland portray the simple beauty of the great outdoors.

This luxuriously bound hardback book with decorative foil is the perfect gift for crafters, scrapbookers, and those who enjoy beautiful imagery of the natural world.

Use these beautiful stickers to decorate your personal items or simply enjoy this book as an exquisite keepsake.

It's time to party! This how-to guide will turn any gathering into a cheese-filled opportunity for connection and self-care--from the bestselling author of That Cheese Plate Will Change Your Life, "the grande dame of cheese boards" (USA Today).

"The ultimate party planning guide . . . You're going to love this cookbook I am obsessed with."--Gina Homolka, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Skinnytaste Cookbook

If you're in the mood to celebrate life, anything can be a party. There's nothing like the positive energy of being together, a festive atmosphere, and the spark of laughter and conversation--around the cheese plate, of course. But a party doesn't have to be a big event; it can just be a mindset. The very act of making a cheese plate builds space for creativity and settles you into a self-care mood, and now, Marissa Mullen takes the art of mindful plating to the next level by turning self-care communal.

Featuring forty new cheese boards for parties of all kinds, thoughtful drink pairings, color themes, floral arrangement tips, tablescape ideas, playlists, and cheesy party games, this is the ultimate party planning guide. From cheese platters themed around holidays and special events, to dishes like gooey fontina dip and lush buffalo mozzarella caprese, and clever creations like the Thanksgiving Charcu-turkey and the Birthday "Cheese Cake," these communal meals celebrate the way we connect with each other, and take cheese boards from a dish to a lifestyle. After all: That Cheese Plate Wants to Party.

Create a timeless keepsake that will be treasured by future generations.

Tell Me Your Life Story, Mom is a beautifully designed gift to capture all of Mom's precious memories and wisdom.

This simple guided journal helps mothers record their life story with over 200 questions.

The thought-provoking questions and prompts are organized into chapters based on your mother's life stages to help her record memories, experiences, treasured moments and reflections.

Once completed, this gift will become a precious treasure and personal keepsake of your mother's most important recollections, stories and life lessons that can be passed down to your children and cherished by future generations to come.

• Ideal Gift. Makes a perfect and thoughtful gift for any occasion.
• Over 200 journal prompts. 126 detailed questions and 75 short questions.
• Elegant design. 122 pages. Beautiful interior design, divided into six chapters.
• Perfect Size. 7 x 10 inches (17.8 x 25.4 cm)
• For mothers of all kinds. The inclusive questions are suitable for all mothers and family structures.

Available in both Hardcover and Paperback.

In this CEO excellence book, productivity expert Jan Lehman teaches upper-level leaders to make the most of available time, talent, and technology--not just for better results, but for a better life.

"Productivity gains improve workplace culture and employee satisfaction--and Jan Lehman has the track record to prove it."

--Marie Devlin, former SVP of global advertising and brand management at American Express

You might wish you had found this book sooner, but that will be the last time you're hoping for your time back.

Work Smart Do More is the time management book for CEOs and leaders looking for proven, successful ways to increase productivity and create a winning culture.

With a unique blend of behavioral strategy and technology solutions, this look at business culture for leaders shows that working hard doesn't have to be hard--and the tools to make a difference are straightforward and within reach.

Jan Lehman is a globally recognized productivity expert whose work has been featured in Forbes, Business Journal, and Entrepreneur. As an executive coach and founder of CTC (Create the Culture) Productivity, Jan Lehman has spent decades giving leaders their lives back while transforming workplaces from the top down.

Inside this book, discover how to go from "busy" to productive with:

• management skills for effective delegation and employee engagement,
• technology for successful hybrid work environments,
• time management and productivity tactics that are immediately applicable, and
• strategies to eliminate waste and lead organizational change.

Perfect for fans of Radical Candor and The Business Playbook, Lehman's proven practices empower C-suite executives to create a company culture of productivity that impacts teams, improves workplaces, and increases revenue.

Stop the highly reactionary environment that has become the norm and get to the root cause of your productivity issues. If you're a heart-centered leader looking for the next level, Work Smart Do More is the team-transforming guide you've been looking for.

"An absolute force multiplier for those of us who crave the sense of accomplishment that comes from achieving all we can."

--John Philbin, managing partner at Spectacular at Work

"As a founder and visionary, I'm excited to start implementing these methodologies into my workflows--and reclaim the hours to live my best life and inspire others to do the same."

--Daniel Moshe, certified EOS Implementer(R) and CEO of Tech Guru

#1 WALL STREET JOURNAL NATIONAL BESTSELLER

Your Mental Health Matters.

We're the most technologically advanced society in history, but we've never been more stressed, medicated, or lonely. We have 1,000 Facebook friends but no one to help us move our couch. The pace of life is making us exhausted.

We're all carrying the weight of our trauma based on the stories we were told by others and the ones we tell ourselves--and those stories are like bricks in a backpack that keep us from being happy and healthy. In his new book, national bestselling author Dr. John Delony provides a clear, five-step path to being well.

You'll learn how to:

• Redefine what trauma is and how to identify it in your life.


• Grieve and heal from past hurt and trauma.


• Make friends as an adult--it's not easy, but it is necessary.


• Change your thoughts--it's possible.


• Assess and evaluate your actions--these can change too.

You'll laugh. You'll cry. Your thoughts and actions will be challenged. And if you take the steps John outlines, you'll learn how to leave the past where it belongs and get on the path to healing.