Books That Save Lives

"Edward Dennis's grandfather, who came from Mexico to the United States and became a migrant farmworker, is at the center of Dennis's book, which spotlights the valuable contributions of immigrants in America." - Publishers Weekly

The Boy from Mexico Becomes a US Citizen continues the story of Luz, from Edward Dennis's The Boy From Mexico Becomes a Farm Worker and The Boy From Mexico: An Immigration Story. In this book, Luz tells the story of gaining US citizenship and the emotions involved in this difficult process. It includes the exact steps to applying for citizenship and information on getting it started.

Edward Dennis is a leading advocate for immigrants coming to the United States from Central and South America. His work as an author and illustrator supports children and offers guidance to families and children who are coming to the US. Edward has also worked with organizations that support farm workers in the US, including the UFW Foundation. As a Mexican American and Indigenous person, Edward finds it extremely important to tell stories that highlight his people.

A Moon Spells Book with Love Spells for True Romance

“The perfect resource for spell casting, rituals as well as deities and flowers”—Pegan Pages Magazine

The Witch’s Book of Love Spells is a moon spells book to help you say “I’ve finally found the love of my life!” Love can come in many ways, and love spells help to cultivate your greatest love, deepest romance, and truest desires.

A spell book for witches full of love and magic. Witchcraft is based on the knowledge that our destinies lie in our own hands, even in matters of the heart. Why suffer love gone wrong when you can do something about it? Don’t doubt your power—with the help of this simple moon spells book, some gemstones and crystals, herbs for love, and a little of your natural chemistry, you are irresistible.

Love spells that harness the moon. Magic influences desired outcomes, empowers, and fosters growth. Begin this process with love spells—spells that draw the attention and devotion of a lover, strengthen the union between an existing couple, invoke sexual magic, heal a broken heart, and fill your own heart with love and compassion for yourself.

• Secret recipes for aphrodisiacs
• Ritual celebrations for the high holidays of love
• Insight into the mysterious realm of the magic moon and the stars

If you liked magic spell books like Green Witchcraft, The Spell Book for New Witches, or Mindfulness through the Stars:, you’ll love The Witch’s Book of Love Spells.

Once a decade, a book comes along that is so profound and profoundly different that it makes its mark upon the world. Molly Davis Moon’s parable, The Great All, is such a book.

Molly Davis Moon, an internationally known therapist, podcaster, and cartoonist, inspires readers to experience personal transformation with a “big-picture” look at everything. From the singularity from which the universe was formed by the Great All to now, with political strife, war, and conflicts, her compelling and illuminating illustrations reflect human history back to us and point to the need for, and the way to, evolve. 

You will find yourself at the moment of creation as Molly Davis Moon takes you on a guided tour of the highs and lows of human history, the awakening of the heart, and the promise of change. Through powerful, hand-drawn illustrations and allegorical storytelling, The Great All will show you the path for your own personal healing and serve as a guide to collective transformation. 

Along the way, this tale reflects back to us the confusion of our times while pointing toward a deeper truth: that within each of us lies both the wound and the way forward. Follow the unfolding of love, struggle, and the dawning of hope in these illuminating pages.

The Great All shows us that change is not only possible — it is already underway. 

From the Author 
We are in a time where new stories are needed — new creation myths, new understandings of our tangled history, new definitions of destruction and apocalypse, hope and redemption, awakening and rebirth.
We are ready for a new unfolding of what it means to be human.
This is a story of Love for our time. And we are living it.

For readers of timeless allegories like The Alchemist, The Little Prince, and Hope for the Flowers, The Great All is a modern parable about remembering who we are and why we are here.

“The Magic of RAIN offers children (and adults) a simple and potentially life-changing pathway for handling difficult emotions.” —Tara Brach, author of Radical Acceptance and Radical Compassion, and a leading voice in RAIN meditation.

The Magic of RAIN is a transformative children’s book that introduces the power of mindfulness and emotional regulation through the practice of RAIN meditation. Endorsed by Tara Brach, this book offers a simple and engaging way to teach young readers emotional resilience.

The first children's book introducing RAIN meditation. Parents looking to introduce their children to the benefits of mindfulness and emotional awareness will find this book to be a life-changing resource. Through a beautifully illustrated and engaging story, young readers will learn to manage difficult emotions with ease and self-compassion.

The RAIN approach. The Magic of RAIN gently guides children through the RAIN meditation process to help them manage emotions. Readers will Recognize their feelings, Allow them to be present without judgment, Investigate where the feelings are felt in the body, and Nurture themselves with kindness and compassion. This approach fosters emotional resilience, mindfulness, and self-acceptance, empowering children to handle difficult emotions with ease and care.

Inside, you’ll find:

• A simple yet powerful introduction to teaching meditation and mindfulness for children.
• An engaging story that fosters mood regulation and emotional intelligence for young readers.
• Endorsement from Tara Brach, leading voice on the RAIN meditation technique, making it an ideal meditation gift for families, libraries, and spiritual centers.
• Guidance and helpful tips for parents using this meditation technique.

If you liked Radical Acceptance, The Self-Regulation Workbook for Kids, or A First Book of Mindfulness for Kids, you’ll love The Magic of RAIN.

Hand-Drawn Reminders for Getting Older

Embrace the ageless power of possibilities with Goodbye Old, Hello Bold, an empowering guide by J.J. Hubal to finding excitement after living a lifetime.

Aging is a very big deal. Each year, millions of Americans ask the same question once they reach a certain age: what’s next for me? While many think the best years only happen in their youth, million-selling author and artist J.J. Hubal begs to differ in her new illustrated aging book. Goodbye Old, Hello Bold combines humor and hope into hundreds of ideas of what to try as you age. From traveling, financial decisions, and the little things that make you happy, you will discover so many ways to create new memories to cherish for years to come.

Redrawing your life from a new angle. Looking back at a lifetime can bring out so many emotions both good and bad. That is why Goodbye Old, Hello Bold uses fun illustrations that will turn the past into a powerful tool for making your future. Paired with empowering words of wisdom, these hand-drawn reminders will help you rediscover what it means to be bold and take chances no matter the timeline.

Inside, you’ll find unique instructions on how to connect new aging with positivity, such as:

• Reflecting on the cliches we grew up with and proved wrong
• Learning it’s okay to move on from relationships and dynamics that don’t make us happy
• Why our mistakes don’t have to be our burdens

So if you liked books on aging such as The Well-Lived Life, Keep Sharp, or A Better Brain for Better Aging, you’ll love Goodbye Old, Hello Bold.

Embark On A Captivating Journey With This Multicultural Book For Kids

This picture book unfolds a day in the life of Luz, an immigrant farmworker who, once the boy in "The Boy From Mexico," now navigates the challenges of farm life with his own family.

An agricultural experience. With a special focus on the avocado crop, this book serves a dual purpose: to immerse early readers in a vibrant narrative and illuminate farmworkers' dedicated efforts in bringing fresh produce to American tables.

From farm to table. This book entertains and educates, making it an ideal choice for parents seeking food books for kids. With themes of diversity and cultural richness, it becomes a compelling addition to the collection of books for kindergarten and five-year-olds. Additionally, it is an excellent read-aloud option for kindergarten classrooms and resonates with seven-year-olds as they explore the world through books.

Immerse your child in one of the best bedtime stories, offering a narrative that transcends cultural boundaries and encourages a broader understanding of the diverse contributions to our food industry.

Inside, you’ll:

• Introduce your child to the world of agriculture and farm life.
• Help your early reader gain valuable insights into the intricate process of cultivating and harvesting food.
• Gain an appreciation for the vital role of farmworkers in the journey from farm to table, fostering an understanding of the labor that sustains our food supply.

If you liked Right This Very Minute, Harvesting Hope, GROW, or The Boy from Mexico, you’ll love The Boy From Mexico Becomes a Farmworker.

Witness True Resilience in These Incredible Survival Stories

“Michael Tougias converts the wisdom of survivors into advice we can all use...” —Amanda Ripley, bestselling author of The Unthinkable: Who Survives When Disaster Strikes—and Why

#1 New Release in Disaster Relief

Extreme Survival will have you on the edge-of-your-seat with truly amazing survival stories.

New York Times bestselling author Michael Tougias has earned critical acclaim and literary awards for his many best-seller non-fiction narratives. Extreme Survival is the long-awaited follow-up to The Finest Hours, co-authored with Casey Sherman.

Explore the stories and the causes of manmade disasters. To answer the question of why disasters happen and how some survive, Tougias interviewed over 100 people who survived against all odds, first chronicling their harrowing survival stories, and then discussing in detail lessons learned. Extreme Survival delivers the entertainment and exceptional research Michael Tougias fans expect.

Understand resilience through the mindset of survivors. Surviving disasters requires survival techniques to kick in at the right moment. Learn what a person is capable of when under extreme pressure and facing imminent disaster.

Inside find:

• Captivating and narrative survival stories told in true Tougias trademark style
• Analysis of major man-made disasters and the faulty decisions that led to them
• First-person accounts and detailed survival tactics that can apply to your every-day life

If you like true survival books like The Greatest Survival Stories of All Time, Into Thin Air, The Gift of Fear, Into the Abyss, Deep Survival, or If I Live Until Morning, you’ll love Extreme Survival. Also don’t miss reading other Michael Tougais survival books, including Fatal Forecast, Ten Hours Until Dawn, A Storm Too Soon, and Overboard!

Embrace and Awaken the Gardener in You

In this beautifully written and designed gardening guide, Susannah Seton takes you on a journey to maintaining the perfect garden, all the while offering invaluable life advice that both applies to and transcends your at-home garden center.

Read inspiring stories from a seasoned gardener. Susannah Seton reminds us in Every Garden is a Story that the reader and the gardener alike have much to learn from their gardens. In her book, Seton incorporates poignant and touching stories, ranging from her father's quest for a seven-headed sweet pea to cancer survival.

Learn how to nurture your garden (and yourself)! Seton teaches readers how to care for themselves (and their loved ones) by caring for the Earth. Inside these pages, find an extensive resource section of garden centers, online seed catalogs, and recommended reading to satisfy your green thumb. Intertwined throughout these pages are also tips on how to become in touch with the natural world and how to let go of unnecessary stress.

Utilize invaluable gardening techniques and garden-based crafts. Did you know you can grow your own luffa sponges? Want to encourage your children to eat more vegetables? Seton’s gardening book contains dozens of recipes, ranging from red pepper soup to stir-fried asparagus. Seton also incorporates a plethora of gardening tips and crafts, such as how to make Mother’s Day sachets, how to select a meaningful bouquet, and how to make hanging planters.

Inside, find:

• Invaluable advice on cultivating your garden and your cherished relationships
• Beautiful imagery, ranging from stunning pictures of raised garden beds to magical portraits of moon gardens
• Arts & crafts to satisfy your creative side
• Endless gardening techniques and garden-to-table recipes

If you enjoyed gardening books like A Woman’s Garden, The Well-Gardened Mind, Floret Farm’s Cut Flower Garden, or The Hidden Life of Trees, you’ll love Every Garden is a Story.

Break Free and Learn To Say No

We’ve all been taught to seize the moment and say yes without considering the downside. No Will Set You Free empowers you to take back your life and control your own time again.

Be happy to just say “Hell No!”. No, thank you.  Maybe some other time. “No” can come in many shapes and sizes, yet saying it can be difficult. We may think it’s selfish but this simple word is necessary to thrive in life. This informative, self-help-style, learn to say no book helps you discover and follow your true desires, find more time to invest in those you love, and pursue your real interests.

Learn to say “No” finally. Saying no can be hard. Really hard. Author Michael J. Tougias understands. As a former people-pleaser himself, Michael wields a combination of research, personal stories, and proven methods to help us understand our actions and stop saying yes. Through his witty rapport detailing his own setbacks and triumphs, we learn how to stop people-pleasing and how to, ultimately, honor our authentic selves.

Inside No Will Set You Free, you’ll Find:

• Studies that help us understand our urge to say yes and how to learn to say no
• Personal stories and anecdotes about the journey to “No”, how it relieves stress, and leads to a more productive life
• Steps, tips, and tricks to control your life through the power of No

If you liked Boundaries; The Art of Saying NO; or Set Boundaries, Find Peace; you’ll love No Will Set You Free.

Problem-Solving Requires Innovation, Activism, and You

An important read for those on the journey of making this world better and wondering where to start.” ―Jacqueline Novogratz, founder and CEO of Acumen, author of New York Times bestseller The Blue Sweater

#1 New Release in Volunteer Work, Philanthropy & Charity, and Nonprofit Organizations

People from all walks of life yearn to do something that adds value to others and to be someone who makes a difference in their community and the world.

Now Alex Amouyel is inviting you to become part of the solution. Alex, author of The Answer is You, is the founding Executive Director of Solve, an initiative at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) with a mission to solve world challenges. Solve finds incredible tech-based social entrepreneurs around the world and funds them to develop lasting, transformational tech-based solutions.

Take action for social impact. The Answer is You is here to inform you that being a change agent starts with doing good deeds and being a community helper. Everyone can do something with the skills and resources they already have─they just need ideas for how. The Answer is You inspires every person to start thinking critically about the problems we face and the solutions we might be able to offer to enact change.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Motivating and encouraging stories of amazing impact innovators from MIT Solve
• Guidance on how to take action in the world in big and small ways to get results
• A path to hope and action for problem-solving in your community and within society

View Alex's TED Talk from September 2024 https://www.ted.com/talks/alex_amouyel_can_salad_dressing_transform_capitalism 

If you like books by women in leadership and enjoyed reading Create the Future + the Innovation Handbook: Tactics for Disruptive Thinking, Believe in People: Bottom-Up Solutions for a Top-Down World, The Innovator’s DNA: Mastering the Five Skills of Disruptive Innovators, you’ll love The Answer is You: A Guidebook to Creating a Life Full of Impact.

How a Parkland Dad and 9/11 Brother Faced Tragedy

"Don't tell me there's no such thing as gun violence. It happened in Parkland." ―Fred Guttenberg

2020 Nautilus Silver Winner
2021 Chanticleer Hearten Awards First Place Winner

Life changed forever on Valentine's Day 2018 for Fred Guttenberg and his family. What should have been a day of love turned into a nightmare. Seventeen people died at Florida’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Fourteen-year-old Jaime Guttenberg was the second to last victim.

“Fred Guttenberg is a hero." ―Lawrence O'Donnell.  That Jaime and so many of her fellow students were struck down in cold blood galvanized many to action, including Jaime’s father Fred now a gun safety activist dedicated to passing common sense gun safety legislation.

Fred was already struggling with deep personal loss. Four months earlier his brother Michael died of 9/11 induced pancreatic cancer. He had been exposed to too much dust and chemicals at Ground Zero. Michael battled heroically for nearly five years and then died at age fifty.

Find the Helpers has a special meaning to the Guttenberg’s. It was a beloved family wisdom learned from watching Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. In the midst of tragedy, "always look for the helpers. There will always be helpers. Because if you look for the helpers, you’ll know there’s hope." ―Fred Rogers, 1999

Healing from grief. Discover the story of Fred Guttenberg’s activist’s journey since Jaime’s death and how he has been able to get through the worst of times thanks to the kindness and compassion of others. Good things happen to good people at the hands of other good people─and the world is filled with them. They include everyone from amazing gun violence survivors Fred has met to former VP Joe Biden, who spent time talking to him about finding mission and purpose in learning to grieve.

If you enjoyed Eyes to the Wind, Haben, or The Beauty in Breaking, you'll love Find the Helpers!

Celebrate the Ultimate Gift of Friendship

A book full of inspirational quotes and words of encouragement to help you appreciate your wonderful circle of friends.

Friends build us up. They make us stronger, smarter, and better. In this delightful, beautifully illustrated gift book; writer, artist, and friend extraordinaire Mary Anne Radmacher shares the many ways we celebrate each other.

Life-changing words. Discover the special talent that Radmacher has to change lives with her words. Read this extraordinarily touching book which includes an abundance of:

• Motivational quotes
• Poetry
• Aphorisms about the importance of friendship

The perfect gift for friends or yourself. With original four-color lettering, art and design, Mary Anne offers a funny, sweet, and perfect book for any occasion. "When we have a circle of friends, we have more fun. We get more done, we feel and are stronger, and we really do celebrate the power of our 'us.'" Says Mary Anne Radmacher.

If you enjoyed books like The Art of Showing Up, How To Win Friends and Influence People, or Dare to Lead then you’ll want to read Mary Anne Radmacher's Us!

Beautiful Poems About Life

The important promises are the ones we make to ourselves. So begins artist and writer Mary Anne Radmacher's beautiful ode to promises—those we make, those we keep, those we renew, those we live up to. In this motivational book, Radmacher inspires us to discover the promises that make life sweet. To count our promises and our blessings. To delve into our hearts to discover the promises of our life's purpose.

It's not about what was—it's about what may be. Promises to Myself is one big self-love poem for the heart, soul, and mind. This beautiful rendition of handlettered, visual poetry is a book to keep near at hand and return to often.

Listen to the music of love and respect. Reflecting on the promises of your everyday life will deepen your satisfaction and heighten your clarity. In this inspirational poetry with a purpose, you will find illustrated thoughts on:

• Promises of Friendship, Family, and Love
• Promises of Possibility
• Promises to the World

Readers of visual poetry and inspirational poems about life like Milk and Honey and The Sun and Her Flowers by Rupi Kaur; 2Fish; and Gmorning, Gnight! will be inspired by Mary Anne Radmacher's Promises to Myself.

House Blessings for Your Sacred Space

From the “Martha Stewart of inspired living” comes a collection of warm words and welcoming colors to make you feel right at home.

Haven, home, or house. Whether it’s a special place, a feeling, or a person—rest assured, there’s no place like home. What is a home? To author Mary Anne Radmacher, it is much more than an address. It is a refuge, a creative incubator, a celebration of story and joy. In May Your Walls Know Joy, find aphorisms and illustrations to redefine and reaffirm your idea of home.

Home is where the heart is. Made for those who have moved in and moved out, felt homesickness and homecoming, sighed “home sweet home” and yelled “welcome home,” May Your Walls Know Joy is for the reader who’s coming home. Gathered under one roof, Mary Anne combines caring aphorisms, blessings for the home, and charming four-color artwork.

If you’re looking for the perfect housewarming gift or house blessing, and enjoyed books like Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers, House Blessings, or Being Home, then you’ll love May Your Walls Know Joy.

Discover the Gifts of Gratitude One Photograph at a Time

Explore the many ways of practicing gratitude with this beautiful book of photography that teaches you the beauty of giving thanks.

Every day is a gift. We are all busy in life. Career, work, marriage, children. It can often be overwhelming. Sometimes, we forget the importance of stopping in the midst of it all and expressing gratitude. Giving Thanks helps us do just that.

Discover the joys of gratitude. One page at a time. Through beautiful and evocative photography taken from everyday life, Giving Thanks reminds us to find the inspirational in the ordinary. Gratitude connects us to others and feeling gratitude allows us to be our best selves─in good times and in hard times. 

Giving Thanks allows you to:

• Explore a variety of ways to be grateful
• Find happiness in your life through the world around you
• Learn how to stop in the busyness of life and give thanks

When we let ourselves feel and express our appreciation, we feel happier, younger, and healthier. Now M.J Ryan has taken the essence of living a grateful life from the original book, Attitudes of Gratitude and paired it with beautiful and evocative images in Giving Thanks.

If you enjoyed books like A Year of Positive Thinking, Attitudes of Gratitude, or Grateful, then you’ll love Giving Thanks.