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Getting Naked

The Quiet Work of Becoming Perfectly Imperfect

by Valerie Bertinelli ...

New York Times bestseller!From beloved actress and New York Times bestselling author Valerie Bertinelli, her most vulnerable book yet offering wisdom hard-won through divorce, menopause, and generational pain, with a powerful message of self-acceptance and embracing the past with compassion.With her signature warmth and disarming humor, the beloved actress and New York Times bestselling author ... Read more

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New York Times bestseller!From beloved actress and New York Times bestselling author Valerie Bertinelli, her most vulnerable book yet offering wisdom hard-won through divorce, menopause, and generational pain, with a powerful message of self-acceptance and embracing the past with compassion.With her signature warmth and disarming humor, the beloved actress and New York Times bestselling author
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And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer

A Novella

by Fredrik Backman ...

From the New York Times bestselling author of A Man Called Ove, Anxious People, and My Friends, a profoundly moving novella about an elderly man’s struggle to hold on to his happy memories, face his regrets, and help his son and grandson learn to say goodbye to him.“We know so little about how the brain works. It’s like a fading star right now, do you remember what I taught you about that?”“When a ... Read more

$14.99 CAD

From the New York Times bestselling author of A Man Called Ove, Anxious People, and My Friends, a profoundly moving novella about an elderly man’s struggle to hold on to his happy memories, face his regrets, and help his son and grandson learn to say goodbye to him.“We know so little about how the brain works. It’s like a fading star right now, do you remember what I taught you about that?”“When a
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I Choose Me

Chasing Joy, Finding Purpose & Embracing Reinvention

by Jennie Garth ...

**AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!Audiobook narrated by Jennie Garth**Beloved actress, designer, and entrepreneur Jennie Garth opens up in this fiercely honest book about pursuing happiness, aging with confidence, and learning to love and prioritize yourself.Jennie Garth is best known for playing the iconic role of Kelly Taylor in the hit television series “Beverly Hills, 90210.” Now in her ... Read more

$19.99 CAD

**AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!Audiobook narrated by Jennie Garth**Beloved actress, designer, and entrepreneur Jennie Garth opens up in this fiercely honest book about pursuing happiness, aging with confidence, and learning to love and prioritize yourself.Jennie Garth is best known for playing the iconic role of Kelly Taylor in the hit television series “Beverly Hills, 90210.” Now in her
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I Feel Bad About My Neck

by Nora Ephron ...

#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A candid, hilarious look at women of a certain age and dealing with the tribulations of maintenance, menopause, empty nests, and life itself.“Wickedly witty ... Crackling sharp ... Fireworks shoot out [of this collection].” —The Boston GlobeWith her disarming, intimate, completely accessible voice, and dry sense of humor, Nora Ephron chronicles her life as an obsessed cook ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A candid, hilarious look at women of a certain age and dealing with the tribulations of maintenance, menopause, empty nests, and life itself.“Wickedly witty ... Crackling sharp ... Fireworks shoot out [of this collection].” —The Boston GlobeWith her disarming, intimate, completely accessible voice, and dry sense of humor, Nora Ephron chronicles her life as an obsessed cook
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I Can't Believe I'm Old

Essays on aging

by Janet Torge ...

As Janet Torge arrives, stumbles and finally lands solidly on the upper reaches of life, she explores how other senior citizens are grappling wIth this predicament—and adds her own comic voice with such gems as "My Love of Sitting," "The Belly Fat Trap," and "This Ain't No Time for Puffed Sleeves." The stories she tells in I Can't Believe I’m Old will not help you live longer, nor will they ... Read more

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As Janet Torge arrives, stumbles and finally lands solidly on the upper reaches of life, she explores how other senior citizens are grappling wIth this predicament—and adds her own comic voice with such gems as "My Love of Sitting," "The Belly Fat Trap," and "This Ain't No Time for Puffed Sleeves." The stories she tells in I Can't Believe I’m Old will not help you live longer, nor will they
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The Kitchen Is Closed

And Other Benefits of Being Old

by Sandra Butler ...

In her eighties, Sandra Butler does not identify as elderly. Or mature. She's neither plucky nor a burden, and she's not over any hills. She's old, and she's ready to reclaim that word.In this funny and intensely personal collection of essays, Butler chronicles her experience moving from aging to old, remembering and forgetting all the wrong things, feeling frustrated with technology, keeping up ... Read more

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In her eighties, Sandra Butler does not identify as elderly. Or mature. She's neither plucky nor a burden, and she's not over any hills. She's old, and she's ready to reclaim that word.In this funny and intensely personal collection of essays, Butler chronicles her experience moving from aging to old, remembering and forgetting all the wrong things, feeling frustrated with technology, keeping up
... Read more
Lessons From Lucy

The Simple Joys of an Old, Happy Dog

by Dave Barry ...

**In this “little gem” (****Washington Independent Review of Books),**Pulitzer Prize–winning columnist and New York Times bestselling author Dave Barry learns how to age happily from his old but joyful dog, Lucy.As Dave Barry turns seventy—not happily—he realizes that his dog, Lucy, is dealing with old age far better than he is. She has more friends, fewer worries, and way more fun. So Dave ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

**In this “little gem” (****Washington Independent Review of Books),**Pulitzer Prize–winning columnist and New York Times bestselling author Dave Barry learns how to age happily from his old but joyful dog, Lucy.As Dave Barry turns seventy—not happily—he realizes that his dog, Lucy, is dealing with old age far better than he is. She has more friends, fewer worries, and way more fun. So Dave
... Read more
Walking with Beth

Conversations with My Hundred-Year-Old Friend

by Merilyn Simonds ...

**NATIONAL BESTSELLERMerilyn Simonds's Walking with Beth allows us to eavesdrop on two women, one already a centenarian, talking frankly about what scares us all: growing old. It's a book with a unique take on longevity, full of wisdom, tenderness, joy and the passions that sustain a very long life.**In the spring of 2021, Merilyn Simonds asked her friend Beth Robinson if she’d like to go for a ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

**NATIONAL BESTSELLERMerilyn Simonds's Walking with Beth allows us to eavesdrop on two women, one already a centenarian, talking frankly about what scares us all: growing old. It's a book with a unique take on longevity, full of wisdom, tenderness, joy and the passions that sustain a very long life.**In the spring of 2021, Merilyn Simonds asked her friend Beth Robinson if she’d like to go for a
... Read more
The Secrets of Hawthorn Place

A heartfelt and charming dual-time story of the power of love

by Jenni Keer ...

'This is definitely up there as one of the best books that I have read. It's got a special place in my heart. Just amazing!' 5* reader review'Gorgeous! Exuberant writing, convincing, adorable characters, romance and a little whimsy' TRACY REES***Love will always find a way . . .***Discover the intriguing secrets of Hawthorn Place in this heartfelt dual-time novel, filled with warmth and charm, ... Read more

$2.99 CAD

'This is definitely up there as one of the best books that I have read. It's got a special place in my heart. Just amazing!' 5* reader review'Gorgeous! Exuberant writing, convincing, adorable characters, romance and a little whimsy' TRACY REES***Love will always find a way . . .***Discover the intriguing secrets of Hawthorn Place in this heartfelt dual-time novel, filled with warmth and charm,
... Read more
Doing Life with Your Adult Children

Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out

by Jim Burns, Ph.D ...

Are you struggling to connect with your child now that they've left the nest? Are you feeling the tension and heartache as your relationship dynamic begins to change? In Doing Life with Your Adult Children, bestselling author and parenting expert Jim Burns provides practical advice and hopeful encouragement for navigating this tough yet rewarding transition.If you've raised a child, you know that ... Read more

$8.99 CAD

Are you struggling to connect with your child now that they've left the nest? Are you feeling the tension and heartache as your relationship dynamic begins to change? In Doing Life with Your Adult Children, bestselling author and parenting expert Jim Burns provides practical advice and hopeful encouragement for navigating this tough yet rewarding transition.If you've raised a child, you know that
... Read more
A Year of Mr Maybes

A feel-good novel of love and friendship from MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Judy Leigh

by Judy Leigh ...

From MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Judy Leigh'Brimming with warmth, humour and a love of life… a wonderful escapade’ Fiona GibsonNever say never to falling in love…Val didn’t expect to be starting again in her seventies, but when life gives her lemons, Val is determined to make lemonade.Settled into her new home – a picture-perfect fisherman’s cottage in the small Cornish seaside town of Lowenstowe – ... Read more

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From MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Judy Leigh'Brimming with warmth, humour and a love of life… a wonderful escapade’ Fiona GibsonNever say never to falling in love…Val didn’t expect to be starting again in her seventies, but when life gives her lemons, Val is determined to make lemonade.Settled into her new home – a picture-perfect fisherman’s cottage in the small Cornish seaside town of Lowenstowe –
... Read more
Finding Joy in the Empty Nest

Discover Purpose and Passion in the Next Phase of Life

by Jim Burns, Ph.D ...

When the kids are gone, you can discover a richer, deeper, and more fulfilling life than you ever imagined!Whether you've been looking forward to it or dreading it, the experience of coming home to an empty nest brings with it a well of emotions, realizations, and one gigantic, all-consuming thought: Now what? In Finding Joy in the Empty Nest, Jim Burns combines his personal experiences with his ... Read more

$17.99 CAD

When the kids are gone, you can discover a richer, deeper, and more fulfilling life than you ever imagined!Whether you've been looking forward to it or dreading it, the experience of coming home to an empty nest brings with it a well of emotions, realizations, and one gigantic, all-consuming thought: Now what? In Finding Joy in the Empty Nest, Jim Burns combines his personal experiences with his
... Read more
Old Friends Reunited

The laugh-out-loud feel-good read from #1 bestseller Maddie Please

by Maddie Please ...

Brand new from the #1 bestselling author of The Old Ducks' Club'A delightful and jolly romp in the french countryside. A lovely taste of France and generous slice of la bon vivre.' Jo Thomas'A glorious romp that readers will adore. Maddie's warmth and humour will put a smile on your face' Judy LeighDivorced and on a deadline, bestselling novelist Bea Pinkerton has a serious case of writer's block. ... Read more

$4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Brand new from the #1 bestselling author of The Old Ducks' Club'A delightful and jolly romp in the french countryside. A lovely taste of France and generous slice of la bon vivre.' Jo Thomas'A glorious romp that readers will adore. Maddie's warmth and humour will put a smile on your face' Judy LeighDivorced and on a deadline, bestselling novelist Bea Pinkerton has a serious case of writer's block.
... Read more
My Mother's Money

A Guide to Financial Caregiving

by Beth Pinsker CFP® ...

A comprehensive, compassionate guide for navigating end-of-life financial decisions for an aging parent or other loved one—from an award-winning journalist who is also a Certified Financial PlannerHave you just gotten the dreaded phone call—a parent or loved one has taken a turn for the worse and suddenly the burden is on you to manage their affairs? Or are you simply hoping to navigate complex ... Read more

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A comprehensive, compassionate guide for navigating end-of-life financial decisions for an aging parent or other loved one—from an award-winning journalist who is also a Certified Financial PlannerHave you just gotten the dreaded phone call—a parent or loved one has taken a turn for the worse and suddenly the burden is on you to manage their affairs? Or are you simply hoping to navigate complex
... Read more
An Italian Dream

An escapist read from the bestselling author of One Greek Summer

by Kate Frost ...

All NEW from Kate Frost. Follow your heart and then your dreams…'A perfect escape to Italy, with sunshine, devastating secrets, tears, smiles and a hero you will fall in love with.' - Jennifer Bohnet'A beautiful novel about life choices and moving on, set on the sundrenched island of Capri. Should be read by a pool with a glass of Prosecco in one hand' - T.A. Williams'A lovely escapist tale full ... Read more

$4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

All NEW from Kate Frost. Follow your heart and then your dreams…'A perfect escape to Italy, with sunshine, devastating secrets, tears, smiles and a hero you will fall in love with.' - Jennifer Bohnet'A beautiful novel about life choices and moving on, set on the sundrenched island of Capri. Should be read by a pool with a glass of Prosecco in one hand' - T.A. Williams'A lovely escapist tale full
... Read more
The Golden Oldies' Book Club

The feel-good novel from MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Judy Leigh

by Judy Leigh ...

From MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Judy Leigh'Judy’s done it again. Every woman over a certain age should read this wonderful book' Jennifer BohnetDeep in the Somerset countryside, the Combe Pomeroy village library hosts a monthly book club.Ruth the librarian fears she’s too old to find love, but a discussion about Lady Chatterley’s Lover makes her think again.Aurora doesn’t feel seventy-two and longs ... Read more

$4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

From MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Judy Leigh'Judy’s done it again. Every woman over a certain age should read this wonderful book' Jennifer BohnetDeep in the Somerset countryside, the Combe Pomeroy village library hosts a monthly book club.Ruth the librarian fears she’s too old to find love, but a discussion about Lady Chatterley’s Lover makes her think again.Aurora doesn’t feel seventy-two and longs
... Read more
Ten Thousand Joys & Ten Thousand Sorrows

A Couple's Journey Through Alzheimer's

by Olivia Ames Hoblitzelle ...

"Ten Thousand Sorrows & Ten Thousand Joys offers a vision of lives well-led, and of love in the thick of crisis and loss. Beyond inspiring."-Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence"This beautiful book is unlike any other personal account of living with Alzheimer's disease that I have ever read . . . it offers patients and families practical insights into how they can live their lives more ... Read more

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"Ten Thousand Sorrows & Ten Thousand Joys offers a vision of lives well-led, and of love in the thick of crisis and loss. Beyond inspiring."-Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence"This beautiful book is unlike any other personal account of living with Alzheimer's disease that I have ever read . . . it offers patients and families practical insights into how they can live their lives more
... Read more
Autoimmunity and the Good Girls

How Permission to Put Ourselves First Has the Power to Keep Us Well

by Sara Hirsh Bordo ...

"This illuminating volume will liberate many women from self-suppression and its frequent consequence, physical illness."— Gabor Maté M.D. New York Times bestselling author of The Myth of NormalForeword by Dr. Richard Carmona MD, MPH, FACS, 17th Surgeon General of the United StatesThe inspirational, deeply researched wellness journey by the award-winning filmmaker, activist, and founder of Women ... Read more

$18.99 CAD

"This illuminating volume will liberate many women from self-suppression and its frequent consequence, physical illness."— Gabor Maté M.D. New York Times bestselling author of The Myth of NormalForeword by Dr. Richard Carmona MD, MPH, FACS, 17th Surgeon General of the United StatesThe inspirational, deeply researched wellness journey by the award-winning filmmaker, activist, and founder of Women
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Everything I Know About Love

A Memoir

by Dolly Alderton ...

New York Times BestsellerLike Bridget Jones’ Diary but all true— a wildly funny, occasionally heartbreaking coming-of-age memoir from the funny, sharp British journalist and podcast host, who Elizabeth Gilbert calls “a sparkling Roman candle of talent.”“The older you get, the more baggage you carry. When you date at twenty-five, everyone walks into the bar with a very neat, light carry-on. When ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

New York Times BestsellerLike Bridget Jones’ Diary but all true— a wildly funny, occasionally heartbreaking coming-of-age memoir from the funny, sharp British journalist and podcast host, who Elizabeth Gilbert calls “a sparkling Roman candle of talent.”“The older you get, the more baggage you carry. When you date at twenty-five, everyone walks into the bar with a very neat, light carry-on. When
... Read more
The Other Woman

An unforgettable page-turner of love, marriage and lies

by Amanda Brookfield ...

'An engaging, emotionally-charged and intriguing story' Michelle GormanOn a normal day, in a normal house, on a normal street, wife and mother Fran has had enough.She packs a case, leaves a note for her bullying husband Pete, and one for her beloved twenty-year-old son Harry, and heads to the airport - and freedom.In another house, on another street, Helena is desperately baiting her husband Jack ... Read more

$4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

'An engaging, emotionally-charged and intriguing story' Michelle GormanOn a normal day, in a normal house, on a normal street, wife and mother Fran has had enough.She packs a case, leaves a note for her bullying husband Pete, and one for her beloved twenty-year-old son Harry, and heads to the airport - and freedom.In another house, on another street, Helena is desperately baiting her husband Jack
... Read more
One Day In Summer

The perfect uplifting read from #1, MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Shari Low

by Shari Low ...

A wonderful, emotional roller-coaster from the #1, MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Shari Low that keeps you guessing...One day in summer, three lives are about to change forever.After two decades of looking after others, this is the day that Agnetha McMaster is reclaiming her life. It's her turn, her time. But will she have the courage to start again?Ten years ago, Mitchell McMaster divorced Agnetha ... Read more

$6.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

A wonderful, emotional roller-coaster from the #1, MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Shari Low that keeps you guessing...One day in summer, three lives are about to change forever.After two decades of looking after others, this is the day that Agnetha McMaster is reclaiming her life. It's her turn, her time. But will she have the courage to start again?Ten years ago, Mitchell McMaster divorced Agnetha
... Read more
The 60-Something Crisis

How to Live an Extraordinary Life in Retirement

by Barbara L. Pagano ...

Circumvent the tired and conventional approaches of finding purpose, passion, or happiness to discover a path of fulfillment after 60 by pursuing desires, mastering risk-taking, and expanding horizons with confidence.The crisis of unfulfilled lives unfolds gradually, often with acquiesced boredom and a flimsy search for purpose. Our relevancy comes into question, or we succumb to the idea that the ... Read more

$39.99 CAD

Circumvent the tired and conventional approaches of finding purpose, passion, or happiness to discover a path of fulfillment after 60 by pursuing desires, mastering risk-taking, and expanding horizons with confidence.The crisis of unfulfilled lives unfolds gradually, often with acquiesced boredom and a flimsy search for purpose. Our relevancy comes into question, or we succumb to the idea that the
... Read more
How I Planned Your Wedding

The All-True Story of a Mother and Daughter Surviving the Happiest Day of Their Lives

by Susan Wiggs, Elizabeth Wiggs ...

Bestselling author Susan Wiggs literally wrote the book on happily-ever-after love. But orchestrating her daughter Elizabeth's real-world wedding turned into a different story altogether, and one that takes two to tell-the mother and the bride.Here is the all-too-true tale of a mother and daughter collaborating on life's ultimate celebration-a dream wedding. Often poignant, sometimes irreverent ... Read more

$3.99 CAD

Bestselling author Susan Wiggs literally wrote the book on happily-ever-after love. But orchestrating her daughter Elizabeth's real-world wedding turned into a different story altogether, and one that takes two to tell-the mother and the bride.Here is the all-too-true tale of a mother and daughter collaborating on life's ultimate celebration-a dream wedding. Often poignant, sometimes irreverent
... Read more
Dreaming Under An Island Skye

The perfect feel-good, romantic read from bestseller Lisa Hobman

by Lisa Hobman ...

Series series The Skye Collection
'An uplifting and adventurous romance which reminds us that all that glitters is definitely not gold!' Heidi Swain 'I loved the book. It’s a captivating story with a relatable heroine and beautifully vivid settings. A perfect holiday read!' Darcie BoleynIs there really such a thing as a second shot at true love?After three wonderful years of marriage, librarian Juliette Fairhurst’s heart is ... Read more

$4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

'An uplifting and adventurous romance which reminds us that all that glitters is definitely not gold!' Heidi Swain 'I loved the book. It’s a captivating story with a relatable heroine and beautifully vivid settings. A perfect holiday read!' Darcie BoleynIs there really such a thing as a second shot at true love?After three wonderful years of marriage, librarian Juliette Fairhurst’s heart is
... Read more

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