When faced with an event that disrupts every aspect of our lives, how do we avoid succumbing to hopelessness, bitterness, and other destructive habits of the mind, and instead find ways to allow joy, kindness, and generosity to fill our hearts in the midst of suffering? Rebecca Li explains how we can, through the cultivation of clear awareness, transform challenging circumstances into fertile soil for wisdom and compassion to grow by facing each moment with tenderness, clarity, and courage...

When faced with an event that disrupts every aspect of our lives, how do we avoid succumbing to hopelessness, bitterness, and other destructive habits of the mind, and instead find ways to allow joy, kindness, and generosity to fill our hearts in the midst of suffering? Rebecca Li explains how we can, through the cultivation of clear awareness, transform challenging circumstances into fertile soil for wisdom and compassion to grow by facing each moment with tenderness, clarity, and courage...

Twenty lovely English fairy tales as collected by Joseph Jacobs.

Ann Veronica is a classic romance novel by H. G. Wells. H. G. Wells' Ann Veronica looks at political and feminist issues of the time. It's heroine goes from being a naive young girl into becoming a picture of the New Woman. The novel caused a stir when it was released because of the main character's feminist outlook and because her name was similar to Amber Reeves, with whom Wells was thought to be having an affair.

The first full-length collection of poems from contemplative Buddhist nun Sister Jina van Hengel, each short verse radiates the energy of a single moment of awareness.Like a master gardener, over the years the revered Zen teacher Thich Nhat Hanh has cultivated a host of brilliant monastics in the Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism. Living simply and practicing deeply for many years in the French countryside, Sister Jina van Hengel is one of Plum Village's m...

Experience the gripping narratives and profound lessons of the Book of Joshua in the Bible. This audiobook takes you on an extraordinary journey through the conquest and settlement of the Promised Land. From the crossing of the Jordan River to the famous battle of Jericho, these powerful stories reveal the strength, courage, and faith of Joshua and the Israelites. Immerse yourself in the dramatic accounts of victories, challenges, and divine guidance as the Israelites establish their prese...

Bored to tears of bullies and boredom? Prepare for the laugh-out-loud adventure of the year with Chubby Chan's upside-down extravaganza!After a foolish blunder lands our roly-poly hero in court, the judge metes out a harsh sentence: 60 days of community service, supervised by the peculiar, eccentric, and utterly madcap Mr. Keen. But when Chubby Chan sneaks into Mr. Keen's forbidden office, he stumbles upon the fantastical and upside-down world of Upsidonia!In this topsy-tur...

Immerse yourself in the compelling and transformative stories of the Book of 1 Samuel in the Bible. This audiobook takes you on a captivating journey through the rise of Israel's first kings and the dynamic characters that shaped the nation's history. From the anointing of Saul as king to the iconic battle of David and Goliath, these powerful narratives explore themes of faith, loyalty, and the consequences of power. Experience the triumphs and trials of Samuel, Saul, and David as they nav...

Fear, Faith, & Figuring It OutEvery child is different, but mothers are very much the same around the world—the same worries and fears, guilt, and joys. Dive in to For the Joy and laugh and cry with 21 Australian missionary mothers as they share stories of raising kids in both remote far-flung places and some of the most populated cities in the world. These inspiring stories will resonate in the heart of the reader as fear, faith, and figuring it out come ...

Ann Veronica is a New Woman novel by H. G. Wells published in 1909. Ann Veronica describes the rebellion of Ann Veronica Stanley, "a young lady of nearly two-and-twenty", against her middle-class father's stern patriarchal rule. The novel dramatizes the contemporary problem of the New Woman. It is set in Victorian era London and environs, except for an Alpine excursion. Ann Veronica offers vignettes of the women's suffrage movement in Great Britain and features a chapter inspired by the 19...

Endorsements:I read Christine’s book and was filled with an inner joy of happiness for her at what she has accomplished in her life through positive energy in the wake of difficulties. It is a book that proves that anyone with the right approach to life can lead a fun productive life by focusing on the inner playfulness that we all carry inside us . Sometimes it can be dulled through the rigors of everyday life but Christine writes about how to keep the joy of fun ...

Step into the fascinating world of the Book of Judges in the Bible. This audiobook brings to life the tumultuous period of Israel's history, filled with captivating stories of heroes, battles, and divine intervention. From the courageous leadership of figures like Deborah and Gideon to the epic feats of Samson, these narratives are a testament to the resilience and faith of the Israelites. Explore the complexities of justice, moral challenges, and the consequences of turning away from God....