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Voices in the air

poems for listeners
2018
"Ninety-five poems pay tribute to essential voices past and present that have the power to provoke us, lead us, and give us hope" --Provided by publlisher.
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The storyteller's secret

from TED speakers to business legends, why some ideas catch on and others don't
2016
Internationally bestselling author Carmine Gallo reveals the secrets to telling powerful, inspiring, and game-changing stories that will help you achieve any goal.

Big magic

creative living beyond fear
2015
Explores attitudes, approaches, and habits needed to live a creative life.

The shape of ideas

an illustrated exploration of creativity
Presents a collection of comics that looks at the joys and frustrations of creativity, inspiration, and process.

Why courage matters

the way to a braver life
2008
Senator John McCain explores the meaning of courage through the stories of ordinary people who have risked their lives in their attempts to defend others or in pursuit of an ideal.

Companions along the way

1990
Where have all the heroes gone? This engrossing book presents fascinating profiles of twenty men and women whose lives stand as testimonials to that enduring effort and act as effective inspiration to contemporary readers- "Companions Along the Way.".

What keeps me standing

a Black grandmother's guide to peace, hope & inspiration
2003
A collection of one-page letters in which African-American grandmothers offer advice and insight into the best things in life.

MAking a difference

Personal essays by today's college teachers
1998
In this collection of moving personal essays, developmental college instructors write about the challenges and rewards of teaching. The essays, a tribute ti both teachers and their students, provide an inspiring reminder that it is possible to make a real difference in a person's life.

Taking charge of my life

Personal essays by today's college students
1993
In this collection of inspiring personal essays, college students of the 90's write about the difficulties getting to college and succeeding there. Many of the essays describe extraordinary people, who despite enormous challenges, have taken strong, positive steps to make their lives what they want them to be.

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