There's nothing fair about losing sight of the world around you. However, thats exactly what happened to D.S. Sully. At age eight, he started evolving into a young kid with old man eyes. Beset with a gradual vision loss known as macular degeneration, he got a head strat on what is more commonly associated with geezer status. Scared silly of misfitting witin the mainstream, his defiance culminated into both hilarity and hard knocls.Following the successful debut of A Town Untang...

Within all woods, big and small, are landscapes of magic and mystery. Accented by eerie sounds, earthy scents, and shadowy figures, the one near Vandys home is like no other. Comprised of raggedy oaks, hollow giants, and zombie trees, its meandering residents include a small wonder Indian, a war-torn monk, a moonshiners granddaughter, a featherbrained snitch, two pickled poachers, a nutty bumpkin, an old buzzard, and foremost of all, a banged up and down to earth owl, who in other words an...

THE INSPIRATION FOR THE FILM SOUL ON FIREIn the bestselling tradition of Brene Brown’s Daring Greatly and Nick Vujicic’s Life Without Limit, this powerful motivational memoir and guide shares a seven-step framework for living with purpose, resilience, and hope after unimaginable adversity.When John O’Leary was just nine years old, he survived a devastating house fire that left him with burns over ...

Hear the stories of the great warriors as they've never been told before! Cats of the Clans is chock-full of visual treats and captivating details, including full-color illustrations and in-depth biographies of important cats—from fierce Clan leaders to wise medicine cats to the most mischievous kits, as well as loners, rogues, and kittypets.This collectible guide is a great introduction to the Warriors series for new fans and is indispensable for those already hooked!

The authors of the national bestseller The Power of Nice once again tackle conventional wisdom with a provocative and counterintuitive book about the importance of sweating the small stuff in our lives and in our careers.Our smallest actions and gestures often have outsized impact on our biggest goals. Did you double-check that presentation one last time, or hold the elevator for a stranger? Going that extra inch--whether with a client, customer, family me...

A massive collection of wonderous science fiction and fantasy stories from New York Times best-selling Mercedes Lackey. Includes Fiddler Fair and Werehunter for the first time in one volume.Fiddler FairRunning the gamut from her beloved Bardic fantasies to urban fantasy set in the modern world, from science fiction adventure to chilling horror, this is Mercedes Lackey at her best. Animal rights fanatics try to "liberate" g...

We all fall into ruts at times, with our jobs, our relationships, our lives. But these 101 inspiring personal stories of change will motivate and encourage you to find your own new path to happiness.Chicken Soup for the Soul: Reboot Your Life will inspire, invigorate, and empower you to break out of your rut. With its powerful stories of taking chances, positive life changes, and finding new paths to happiness, you will be inspired to find the courage to reboot you...

For anyone who has ever dreamed of hearing a horse’s story...Oregon, 1790Golden Sun is a chestnut snowflake Appaloosa. In summer, he treks through the mountains with his rider, a Nez Perce boy named Little Turtle, as he gathers healing plants. But when Little Turtle’s best friend falls ill, Golden Sun discovers his true calling. Here is Golden Sun’s story...in his own words.With moving and knowledgeable text and lovely black and white art throughout—by a mother-daugh...

“I don’t master the mountain, I master speed.” Coming from Bode Miller, this isn’t boasting, it’s just the way he lives: fast, honest, and wide open. In this candid book, the two-time Olympic medalist and champion skier shares his story, the secret of his success, and his philosophy of life.Born and raised “off the grid”–without electricity or indoor plumbing–in the cabin built by his father in the woods near Franconia, New Hampshire (pop. 850), Bode is unconventional to the core. ...

"Just the ticket for the '90s."SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLEIf you're too young for a nursing home yet too old to be a rock star, if your marriage is as exciting as scraping grass off the lawnmower blades, then this hilarious book by Pulitzer-Prize-winning columnist and author is for you. Put on your protective eyewear and take a probing look inside your increasingly Spam-like body at: The Midlife (Yawn) Marriage; Wise Financial Planning for Irresponsible Scum Such as Yourself; Sex...

"Deeply felt and magical . . ." a novel about the bond between a Native American and his captive is "an eloquent evocation of the old earth-life religion" ( Kirkus Reviews ).Katsuk, a militant Native American student, kidnaps thirteen-year-old David Marshall—the son of the US Undersecretary of State. The two flee into the deepest wilds of the Pacific Northwest, where they must survive together as teams of hunters try to track them...

Southern Fried White TrashIn the spirit of Southern humor, brought to us by writers and comics like Lewis Grizzard, Jeff Foxworthy, and Bret Butler, Carole Townsend's debut book, Southern Fried White Trash, is a must-have for tried-and-true Southern enthusiasts. It has a twist, though. Townsend satirizes real life through the eyes of a Southerner, born and raised. Broken into sections that cover weddings, funerals, the holidays, and much more, Townsend brings a dis...