Where were you when the wildfires raged?In 2023, while flames rushed across Canada and produced the orange haze of an apocalyptic future, twenty-one authors picked up their pens and began to write. Red Eyes and Tired Lungs: An Anthology of Wildfire showcases a collection of thirty-five pieces from Canadian writers that were inspired by, or in response to, wildfire.Evacuation orders have been issued, and now the flame stalks across the forest. A sweet, lovable dog d...

'A groundbreaking analysis of what used to be an impenetrable mystery: how and why do cultures differ? ... Anyone interested in our cultural divides will find tremendous insight in Rule Makers, Rule Breakers' - Steven Pinker, Johnstone Professor of Psychology, Harvard University, and author of Enlightenment NowWhy are clocks in Germany always correct, while those in Brazil are frequently wrong? Why are Singaporeans jailed for selling gum?...

The true crime story of a notorious arsonist and murderer who kept a Cape Cod town in fear thanks to crooked cops.The Cape Cod beach town of Falmouth seemed like a lovely place to visit. But those who lived there year-round knew its other, darker side… Local businessman and infamous bully Melvin Reine had started setting the homes of his so-called enemies on fire. Few of his victims—or even the police—ever dared to implicate him. Because those who did would pay the...

'A groundbreaking analysis of what used to be an impenetrable mystery: how and why do cultures differ? ... Anyone interested in our cultural divides will find tremendous insight in Rule Makers, Rule Breakers' - Steven Pinker, Johnstone Professor of Psychology, Harvard University, and author of Enlightenment NowWhy are clocks in Germany always correct, while those in Brazil are frequently wrong? Why are Singaporeans jailed for selling gum?...

A celebrated social psychologist offers a radical new perspective on cultural differences that reveals why some countries, cultures, and individuals take rules more seriously and how following the rules influences the way we think and act.In Rule Makers, Rule Breakers, Michele Gelfand, “an engaging writer with intellectual range” (The New York Times Book Review), takes us on an epic journey through human cultures, offering a startling new...

Did you know there are five rules for parenting that are practical and easy to implement, and if you apply them consistently, you're able to not only correct the negative behavior that your child might be exhibiting but you can even prevent it from occurring in the first place? As a matter of fact, these rules are so important that almost 100 percent of the time any difficulty you might be experiencing in your parenting can be traced back to at least one or more of these rules being broken...

Step into the world of 'Chic Minimalism' where sophistication meets simplicity, and discover a life of understated luxury. Michele Connolly redefines minimalism, steering away from stark austerity, and invites you into a realm where less truly becomes more – more joy, more peace, and more time to relish life's exquisite moments.In this short but transformative guide, Michele unveils 21 golden rules that challenge conventional minimalism. She takes you on a journey from decluttering...

How To Be Elegant: 21 Rules For Grace, Poise, And Charm is a refreshing guide designed exclusively for women who want to embrace and showcase their inherent elegance, without pretending to be someone they're not.In this concise and engaging book, you'll discover a treasure trove of practical advice, personal anecdotes, and witty humor that will inspire and empower you on your journey towards genuine elegance. Unlike lengthy and overwhelming self-help books, this ge...

A major publishing event: the third volume of Michel Leiris’s renowned autobiography, now available in English for the first time in a brilliant translation by Lydia DavisA beloved and versatile author and ethnographer, French intellectual Michel Leiris is often ranked in the company of Proust, Gide, Sartre, and Camus, yet his work remains largely unfamiliar to English-language readers. This brilliant translation of Fibrils, the third volume of his monumen...

In this provocative and eye-opening classic of investigative journalism, the #1 New York Times bestselling author, Ann Rule, explores the nearly twenty-year long search for America’s most prolific and horrifying serial killer.On July 15, 1982, eighteen-year-old Wendy Coffield's body is found floating near the sandy shore of Washington's Green River. Authorities have no idea that this tragic and violent death is only the beginning of a string of murders tha...

Discover an accessible, five-step framework for writing a rule of life with award-winning author Jen Pollock Michel, who transforms this ancient practice into a grounded way of living faithfully in a distracted world.A rule of life isn't a rigid list of spiritual disciplines that makes you feel guilty when you fail. It's a grounded way of living faithfully in the chaotic world we inhabit.Drawing from years of leading spiritual formation workshops, Jen Pollo...

Discover an accessible, five-step framework for writing a rule of life with award-winning author Jen Pollock Michel, who transforms this ancient practice into a grounded way of living faithfully in a distracted world.A rule of life isn't a rigid list of spiritual disciplines that makes you feel guilty when you fail. It's a grounded way of living faithfully in the chaotic world we inhabit.Drawing from years of leading spiritual formation workshops, Jen Pollo...