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Tribe of mentors: short life advice from the best in the world
By Timothy Ferriss. 2017
Author of Tools of Titans (DB 87359) presents short profiles of experts in their fields answering questions on absurd things…
they love, one-hundred-dollar purchases that have positively affected their lives, favorite failures, worthwhile investments, and more. Includes profiles of Terry Crews, Neil Gaiman, Aisha Tyler, and more. Bestseller. 2017On fire: the 7 choices to ignite a radically inspired life
By John O'Leary. 2016
The author survived a terrible fire when he was nine, and the experience and recovery inspired him and changed him…
for the better. He looks at the turning points in his life and shares how he overcame challenges. Bestseller. 2016The traveler's gift: seven decisions that determine personal success
By Andy Andrews. 2002
Life looks bleak to forty-six-year-old David Ponder, who has lost his job and sense of purpose. Seven time-travel experiences impart…
motivational lessons that encourage David to change his attitude and gain a second chance at a worthwhile life. Bestseller. 2002Blue diary
By Alice Hoffman, Art Buchwald. 2001
On a glorious June morning, Ethan Ford makes love to his wife, Jorie, in their happy home. But before the…
day is over, Ethan's secret past will catch up to him, and his perfect marriage will crumble. Some descriptions of sex and some strong language. Bestseller. 2001Messages from my father
By Calvin Trillin. 1996
The author and humorist fondly recounts his relationship with his father, Abe, a Kansas City grocer and restaurateur who emigrated…
from Russia. Trillin recalls his father's stubborn ways, strong moral instruction, and comic sensibility, as well as his penchant for collecting Yiddish curses and yellow neckties. BestsellerMama makes up her mind: and other dangers of southern living
By Bailey White, B. White. 1993
A collection of White's tales, some of which have been heard on "All Things Considered," regarding life in rural south…
Georgia. They include "Turkeys," which tells of the time an ornithologist used her 102-degree temperature to help hatch sixteen wild turkeys, and "Porsche," which describes the car White's father left home in, that now sits on the porch with other accumulated items. BestsellerBuddha: a story of enlightenment
By Deepak Chopra. 2007
A retelling of the Buddha's search for truth. The prince Siddhartha leaves behind his comfortable palace, becomes a wandering monk…
who faces many trials and much suffering, and transcends physical pain to achieve enlightenment as the Buddha. Includes a concise practical guide to Buddhism. 2007