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Paperback. Condizione: New. He's so off-type that her attraction to him fuels an identity crisis. A steamy romance for fans of You, Again and Never Have I Ever."If big bisexual energy had an official book mascot, it most definitely would be this one . . . meditations on the meaning of queerness, grief, and the ever-evolving definition of identity make this a romance with genuine heart and intellect behind it." -Vogue "People who've been 'that woman crying on the subway just after moving to New York' will feel so seen. (It's me. I'm people.) Comedic Timing is a raw depiction of romance and friendship, featuring all the complexity of navigating sex and love as a bi woman." -Kate Goldbeck, author of You, Again For Naina Rao, moving to NYC means a fresh start: She's officially entered her mid-twenties, she's landed a steady job, she's broken up with her intensely passionate older girlfriend, and she's committed to hustling her way into a creative career. The city doesn't exactly embrace Naina with open arms, though-not even her new boss or new roommate seems to know what to make of her. It isn't until meeting David, an aspiring filmmaker, and his friends that she starts to feel at home. But finding a connection with David makes Naina question everything she thought she knew about her place in the world. Does being open to a relationship with a man mean compromising her sexual identity and her sense of self? "I've never read a story that so deftly captures the beauty and overwhelm of expansive attraction." -Haley Jakobson, author of Old Enough, a NYT Editors' Choice "831 Stories facilitates literary meet-cutes and brings the finest smut to the thirsting masses." -Vanity Fair.

Paperback. Condizione: New. For fans of Romantic Comedy and Notting Hill (so, everyone?!), a second-chance celebrity / normal person romance you'll read in one sitting."Second chance romance, celebrity/normal person, Hollywood highjinks.this checks a lot of romance boxes." -The Skimm "A total delight-I read it in a single sitting, right to the perfect Hollywood ending." -Annabel Monaghan, bestselling author of Nora Goes Off Script "Everything I'm always looking for in a romance: smart, warm, and sexy as all hell." -Katie Cotugno, New York Times bestselling author "Set Piece has more heart and more action than you'll ever get from Us Weekly." -Lindsey Weber, co-host of Who? Weekly "A snappy appetizer of a romance." -Kirkus Reviews Even a year ago, no one would have recognized Jack Felgate at a bar. But after his steamy breakout TV role, he's surprised to be swarmed by fans during a night out with friends. When the practical bartender CJ intervenes to fend off his admirers, he's grateful-and more than a little eager to stick around for an after-hours drink-turned-tryst. Five years later, Jack shows up to set for his starring role in (yet another?!) adaptation of The Great Gatsby only to find CJ is the film's production designer. But neither of them is the same person they were back then: CJ is a single mom with a four-year-old, and Jack is a bona fide celebrity managing ceaseless demands on his time and attention. Their chemistry hasn't dimmed since they saw each other last, but is there room in their lives for anything more than one very memorable night together? "Everything I'm always looking for in a romance: smart, warm, and sexy as all hell." -Katie Cotugno, New York Times bestselling author "Set Piece has more heart and more action than you'll ever get from Us Weekly." -Lindsey Weber, co-host of Who? Weekly.

Paperback. Condizione: New. From 831 Stories, the highly anticipated next book in The Big Fan series by Alexandra Romanoff, an enemies-to-lovers romance in which tabloid fodder mixes with a long-brewing rivalry. "I finally found my first five-star read of the year, and it was this novella." -Margo Ghertner, the SkimmCassidy is done moving through her life as the headline-making other woman. She's paid for what she did as a young campaign intern in spades. After five years of working on anti-bullying initiatives in D.C., she returns to her hometown, Berkeley, to recalibrate-and she quickly falls into bed with her high-school nemesis Leon, the slacker to her try-hard. It's just a one-night thing. That is, until they both find themselves helping their mutual friend Willa open her new ceramics studio and Cassidy sees Leon in a new light. If everyone's misjudged her, is there a chance she's underestimated him, too? 831 Stories is a modern romantic fiction company that prioritizes pleasure reading and celebrates the genre's joyful, enthusiastic fans.

Paperback. Condizione: New. A political strategist, tainted by a scandalous ex, finds an unexpected career detour when her teenage boy band crush offers a second chance at the spotlight.and maybe something more. The first book in The Big Fan series by Alexandra Romanoff. "Highbrow/Brilliant." -New York Magazine"Big Fan serves up political intrigue with a side of spine-tingling romance." -Vogue "Romanoff writes with a crisp, clear voice, one that is skilled at indicting the sexism of the very notion of scandal while also delivering a steamy romance." - EW One of Bustle's Best New Books of Fall 2024 "It sparkles with wit-pair it with a good glass of prosecco and prepare to get lost in this smart, sexy novel." -Elissa Sussman, bestselling author of Once More with Feeling and Funny You Should Ask The debut book from 831 Stories, a modern romantic fiction company that prioritizes pleasure reading and the genre's enthusiastic fans. Maya was a rising star in the political world until her ex-husband's high-profile sex scandal nearly derailed her career. Landing a gubernatorial candidate is the fresh start she desperately needs - a chance to focus on meaningful work and leave the drama behind. But then an email from her past sends her world spinning: Charlie, former lead singer of Mischief, the boy band that fueled her teenage obsession, is staging a solo comeback and wants Maya's help to make it happen. Turns out, she likes the grown-up Charlie and his genuine engagement with the world. Maya's not about to ditch her political ambitions for a teenage crush, but if she can leverage Charlie to draw attention to the policies she cares about, shouldn't she give it a try?

Paperback. Condizione: New. "The characters are just as vivid as the setting . . . an addictive contemporary that will delight hopeless romantics and armchair travelers alike." -Publishers Weekly, starred review "For readers who want their love stories effervescent but also substantive, Grape Juice offers a glass worth savoring to the last drop." -The Masters Review A gorgeous, seductive fiction debut from wine and dating columnist Eliza Dumais, about parsing romantic clarity amidst the mind-muddling effects of fermented grapes, the French language, and exhausting physical labor. Perfect for fans of Under the Tuscan Sun, French Kiss, and The Pairing.Alice is bored-romantically, professionally, creatively. So when her boss, a prominent wine importer, suggests she work a grape harvest in France, she sees it as a welcome opportunity to course-correct her apathy. Though Alice is plenty skeptical of the drink-pray-love premise, she begins to let her guard down when she finds herself picking riesling and practicing her French alongside a charming cast of international characters-and, most notably, Henri, the vineyard owner's nephew, who's just as lost as she is. "This book was basically tailor-made for me: a sexy European romance that had me feeling like I'd escaped to France from the very first page." -Marisa Meltzer, bestselling author of Glossy and It Girl: The Life and Legacy of Jane Birkin "Grape Juice is the romantic fantasy that has me refilling my glass time and time again." -Jamie Beck, photographer and New York Times bestselling author of An American in Provence "Our heroine seduces us in a feast of glamorous gluttony. Grape Juice begs to be read ravenously." -Rachel Seville Tashjian, fashion critic at The Washington Post.

Paperback. Condizione: New. For fans of How to Fake it in Hollywood and Before Sunrise, a romance about how a chance encounter can rewrite a story-and change everything.This is the night Shera's been waiting for: She's at a trendy Silver Lake bar to finally get a drink with the handsome, charming filmmaker she's been pining after for months. But when Max King-the alluring and mischievous frontman of an Irish punk band-enters the picture, an electric attraction ignites between them. Shera's evening begins to unfold in ways she never imagined, and she surprises herself by getting swept up in his energy and daring to feel again after past heartbreak. But how does she know their passionate encounter won't expire in the morning? And is she ready to shed some of her hard-earned armor for this disarming stranger? The second book from 831 Stories, a modern romantic fiction company that prioritizes pleasure reading and the genre's enthusiastic fans.

Paperback. Condizione: New. He's so off-type that her attraction to him fuels an identity crisis. A steamy romance for fans of You, Again and Never Have I Ever."If big bisexual energy had an official book mascot, it most definitely would be this one . . . meditations on the meaning of queerness, grief, and the ever-evolving definition of identity make this a romance with genuine heart and intellect behind it." -Vogue "People who've been 'that woman crying on the subway just after moving to New York' will feel so seen. (It's me. I'm people.) Comedic Timing is a raw depiction of romance and friendship, featuring all the complexity of navigating sex and love as a bi woman." -Kate Goldbeck, author of You, Again For Naina Rao, moving to NYC means a fresh start: She's officially entered her mid-twenties, she's landed a steady job, she's broken up with her intensely passionate older girlfriend, and she's committed to hustling her way into a creative career. The city doesn't exactly embrace Naina with open arms, though-not even her new boss or new roommate seems to know what to make of her. It isn't until meeting David, an aspiring filmmaker, and his friends that she starts to feel at home. But finding a connection with David makes Naina question everything she thought she knew about her place in the world. Does being open to a relationship with a man mean compromising her sexual identity and her sense of self? "I've never read a story that so deftly captures the beauty and overwhelm of expansive attraction." -Haley Jakobson, author of Old Enough, a NYT Editors' Choice "831 Stories facilitates literary meet-cutes and brings the finest smut to the thirsting masses." -Vanity Fair.

Paperback. Condizione: New. For fans of How to Fake it in Hollywood and Before Sunrise, a romance about how a chance encounter can rewrite a story-and change everything.This is the night Shera's been waiting for: She's at a trendy Silver Lake bar to finally get a drink with the handsome, charming filmmaker she's been pining after for months. But when Max King-the alluring and mischievous frontman of an Irish punk band-enters the picture, an electric attraction ignites between them. Shera's evening begins to unfold in ways she never imagined, and she surprises herself by getting swept up in his energy and daring to feel again after past heartbreak. But how does she know their passionate encounter won't expire in the morning? And is she ready to shed some of her hard-earned armor for this disarming stranger? The second book from 831 Stories, a modern romantic fiction company that prioritizes pleasure reading and the genre's enthusiastic fans.

Paperback. Condizione: New. From 831 Stories, the highly anticipated next book in The Big Fan series by Alexandra Romanoff, an enemies-to-lovers romance in which tabloid fodder mixes with a long-brewing rivalry. "I finally found my first five-star read of the year, and it was this novella." -Margo Ghertner, the SkimmCassidy is done moving through her life as the headline-making other woman. She's paid for what she did as a young campaign intern in spades. After five years of working on anti-bullying initiatives in D.C., she returns to her hometown, Berkeley, to recalibrate-and she quickly falls into bed with her high-school nemesis Leon, the slacker to her try-hard. It's just a one-night thing. That is, until they both find themselves helping their mutual friend Willa open her new ceramics studio and Cassidy sees Leon in a new light. If everyone's misjudged her, is there a chance she's underestimated him, too? 831 Stories is a modern romantic fiction company that prioritizes pleasure reading and celebrates the genre's joyful, enthusiastic fans.

Paperback. Condizione: New. A political strategist, tainted by a scandalous ex, finds an unexpected career detour when her teenage boy band crush offers a second chance at the spotlight.and maybe something more. The first book in The Big Fan series by Alexandra Romanoff. "Highbrow/Brilliant." -New York Magazine"Big Fan serves up political intrigue with a side of spine-tingling romance." -Vogue "Romanoff writes with a crisp, clear voice, one that is skilled at indicting the sexism of the very notion of scandal while also delivering a steamy romance." - EW One of Bustle's Best New Books of Fall 2024 "It sparkles with wit-pair it with a good glass of prosecco and prepare to get lost in this smart, sexy novel." -Elissa Sussman, bestselling author of Once More with Feeling and Funny You Should Ask The debut book from 831 Stories, a modern romantic fiction company that prioritizes pleasure reading and the genre's enthusiastic fans. Maya was a rising star in the political world until her ex-husband's high-profile sex scandal nearly derailed her career. Landing a gubernatorial candidate is the fresh start she desperately needs - a chance to focus on meaningful work and leave the drama behind. But then an email from her past sends her world spinning: Charlie, former lead singer of Mischief, the boy band that fueled her teenage obsession, is staging a solo comeback and wants Maya's help to make it happen. Turns out, she likes the grown-up Charlie and his genuine engagement with the world. Maya's not about to ditch her political ambitions for a teenage crush, but if she can leverage Charlie to draw attention to the policies she cares about, shouldn't she give it a try?

Paperback. Condizione: New. For fans of Romantic Comedy and Notting Hill (so, everyone?!), a second-chance celebrity / normal person romance you'll read in one sitting."Second chance romance, celebrity/normal person, Hollywood highjinks.this checks a lot of romance boxes." -The Skimm "A total delight-I read it in a single sitting, right to the perfect Hollywood ending." -Annabel Monaghan, bestselling author of Nora Goes Off Script "Everything I'm always looking for in a romance: smart, warm, and sexy as all hell." -Katie Cotugno, New York Times bestselling author "Set Piece has more heart and more action than you'll ever get from Us Weekly." -Lindsey Weber, co-host of Who? Weekly "A snappy appetizer of a romance." -Kirkus Reviews Even a year ago, no one would have recognized Jack Felgate at a bar. But after his steamy breakout TV role, he's surprised to be swarmed by fans during a night out with friends. When the practical bartender CJ intervenes to fend off his admirers, he's grateful-and more than a little eager to stick around for an after-hours drink-turned-tryst. Five years later, Jack shows up to set for his starring role in (yet another?!) adaptation of The Great Gatsby only to find CJ is the film's production designer. But neither of them is the same person they were back then: CJ is a single mom with a four-year-old, and Jack is a bona fide celebrity managing ceaseless demands on his time and attention. Their chemistry hasn't dimmed since they saw each other last, but is there room in their lives for anything more than one very memorable night together? "Everything I'm always looking for in a romance: smart, warm, and sexy as all hell." -Katie Cotugno, New York Times bestselling author "Set Piece has more heart and more action than you'll ever get from Us Weekly." -Lindsey Weber, co-host of Who? Weekly.

Paperback. Condizione: New. "The best of When Harry Met Sally, Normal People, and Lady Bird all wrapped up in a vintage button-down and sprinkled with Midwestern charm." -Joanna Goddard, Cup of Jo The debut novel from beloved writer Erika Veurink, this is a deeply personal and propulsive romance laced with humor, heat, and high-octane yearning. Perfect for fans of You, Again, One Day, and People We Meet on Vacation.After a postgraduation drive from Iowa City to NYC, Teddy and Marin have both had enough of each other to last the rest of their lives. But that doesn't stop their paths from crossing over eight rocky years, punctuated by chance encounters and transatlantic visits, on a journey that eventually brings them right back to where it all started. "You are going to stay up way past your bedtime devouring this novella." -Molly Prentiss, author of Tuesday Nights in 1980 and Old Flame "Erika Veurink pulls off a fun, charming read with just enough scandalous young-people behavior to remind you that we are all a mess and that falling in love is a journey that's well worth the adventure and the many detours." -Aminatou Sow, coauthor of the NYT bestseller Big Friendship "I've already read it twice." -Caro Claire Burke, author of the forthcoming Yesteryear.

Paperback. Condizione: New. For fans of will-they-won't-they courtship and women's sports, a queer romance that will leave you breathless until the final buzzer.When Jennifer Felix gets pulled off her NFL beat to cover the WNBA All-Star weekend, she doesn't expect to find herself so taken with the sport, its fans, or one of its stars, crowd-favorite Natalie Czapski.But as they move past their rocky start in the press room, Felix has to decide if she's going to risk putting her heart out there for a woman who claims to be married to the game."Whether or not you're a sports fan, you'll cheer on Felix and Natalie, two women figuring out what they want in life. Rooting Interest is smart, nuanced, and desperately sexy." -Amy Spalding, bestselling author of For Her Consideration and On Her Terms.

Paperback. Condizione: New. For fans of will-they-won't-they courtship and women's sports, a queer romance that will leave you breathless until the final buzzer.When Jennifer Felix gets pulled off her NFL beat to cover the WNBA All-Star weekend, she doesn't expect to find herself so taken with the sport, its fans, or one of its stars, crowd-favorite Natalie Czapski.But as they move past their rocky start in the press room, Felix has to decide if she's going to risk putting her heart out there for a woman who claims to be married to the game."Whether or not you're a sports fan, you'll cheer on Felix and Natalie, two women figuring out what they want in life. Rooting Interest is smart, nuanced, and desperately sexy." -Amy Spalding, bestselling author of For Her Consideration and On Her Terms.

Paperback. Condizione: New. "The characters are just as vivid as the setting . . . an addictive contemporary that will delight hopeless romantics and armchair travelers alike." -Publishers Weekly, starred review "For readers who want their love stories effervescent but also substantive, Grape Juice offers a glass worth savoring to the last drop." -The Masters Review A gorgeous, seductive fiction debut from wine and dating columnist Eliza Dumais, about parsing romantic clarity amidst the mind-muddling effects of fermented grapes, the French language, and exhausting physical labor. Perfect for fans of Under the Tuscan Sun, French Kiss, and The Pairing.Alice is bored-romantically, professionally, creatively. So when her boss, a prominent wine importer, suggests she work a grape harvest in France, she sees it as a welcome opportunity to course-correct her apathy. Though Alice is plenty skeptical of the drink-pray-love premise, she begins to let her guard down when she finds herself picking riesling and practicing her French alongside a charming cast of international characters-and, most notably, Henri, the vineyard owner's nephew, who's just as lost as she is. "This book was basically tailor-made for me: a sexy European romance that had me feeling like I'd escaped to France from the very first page." -Marisa Meltzer, bestselling author of Glossy and It Girl: The Life and Legacy of Jane Birkin "Grape Juice is the romantic fantasy that has me refilling my glass time and time again." -Jamie Beck, photographer and New York Times bestselling author of An American in Provence "Our heroine seduces us in a feast of glamorous gluttony. Grape Juice begs to be read ravenously." -Rachel Seville Tashjian, fashion critic at The Washington Post.

Paperback. Condizione: New. A powerful must-read collection of bold BIPOC voices. All proceeds support The Kweli Journal's mission to nurture emerging writers of color and foster a vibrant literary community. "It gave me great pleasure to read this beautiful collection of important, diverse, sometimes heartbreaking, and always moving stories; it had the extra benefit of introducing me to several authors whom I'd never read before and whose work I've started to seek out. Highly recommended." -Nancy Pearl, acclaimed librarian, bestselling author, and literary critic "With this new collection of short stories, we are once again the beneficiaries of brilliant prose that dances off the pages and into our hearts. I'm proud to be in the chorus praising SING THE TRUTH." -Monique Greenwood, co-founder of Go On Girl! Book Club and owner of Akwaaba Bed and Breakfast Inns "As the editor of the groundbreaking journal Kweli, Laura Pegram has introduced us to many of the finest writers of the contemporary literary landscape. In this new, monumental anthology, Pegram has gathered several of these writers, welcoming us to a luminous community in the word." -Honorée Fanonne Jeffers, author of The Love Songs of W.E.B. DuBoisHailed as "The Paris Review of BIPOC literature," The Kweli Journal has been a launching pad for many of today's most celebrated writers. Kweli-"truth" in Swahili-marks its fifteenth anniversary with this luminous collection edited by founder Laura Pegram. These vivid narratives explore the devastation of leaving home and the struggle to adapt to reimagined lives, lost loves, distant families, and buried pasts, deepening our understanding of the human experience. Featuring works from acclaimed authors Naima Coster, Nicole Dennis-Benn, Daphne Palasi Andreades, Susan Muaddi Darraj, and others, this anthology stands as a testament to voices too often overlooked in contemporary literature. "The stories in this collection serve as windows into diverse communities while inviting readers of all backgrounds to engage with and appreciate the richness of our cultures." -Edwidge Danticat, from the foreword of Sing the Truth.

Paperback. Condizione: New. USA TODAY BESTSELLER An intimate and uplifting story of one family's journey from tragedy to triumph, inspiring readers to transform life's obstacles into opportunities for growth and change. "Nicole Avant gives a raw and courageous look into how she found the light in her darkest moment. She reminds us that grief is different for everyone, and we have the power to move through it in our own unique way." -Cleo Wade, New York Times bestselling author "A love song to a great woman told through the eyes of the great woman she created." -Tyler PerryNicole Avant-diplomat, philanthropist, filmmaker-shares her deeply personal journey of resilience and legacy. Raised in a vibrant home where artists, politicians, and business leaders gathered, Nicole's extraordinary upbringing shaped her into a force for positive change. Her parents-entertainment mogul Clarence Avant and philanthropist Jacqueline Avant-turned their home into a place of refuge and inspiration for a generation of geniuses, from Ella Fitzgerald to Bill Withers to Quincy Jones. This foundation guided Nicole through a trailblazing career in music, diplomacy, and film. Then, an unthinkable tragedy struck: her mother was fatally shot in December 2021. In this powerful memoir, Nicole transforms grief into a catalyst for profound personal growth and a renewed commitment to service. Think You'll Be Happy-her mother's final words-becomes a mantra for resilience, guiding readers toward hope, purpose, and positive change, even in life's darkest moments.

Paperback. Condizione: New. A powerful must-read collection of bold BIPOC voices. All proceeds support The Kweli Journal's mission to nurture emerging writers of color and foster a vibrant literary community. "It gave me great pleasure to read this beautiful collection of important, diverse, sometimes heartbreaking, and always moving stories; it had the extra benefit of introducing me to several authors whom I'd never read before and whose work I've started to seek out. Highly recommended." -Nancy Pearl, acclaimed librarian, bestselling author, and literary critic "With this new collection of short stories, we are once again the beneficiaries of brilliant prose that dances off the pages and into our hearts. I'm proud to be in the chorus praising SING THE TRUTH." -Monique Greenwood, co-founder of Go On Girl! Book Club and owner of Akwaaba Bed and Breakfast Inns "As the editor of the groundbreaking journal Kweli, Laura Pegram has introduced us to many of the finest writers of the contemporary literary landscape. In this new, monumental anthology, Pegram has gathered several of these writers, welcoming us to a luminous community in the word." -Honorée Fanonne Jeffers, author of The Love Songs of W.E.B. DuBoisHailed as "The Paris Review of BIPOC literature," The Kweli Journal has been a launching pad for many of today's most celebrated writers. Kweli-"truth" in Swahili-marks its fifteenth anniversary with this luminous collection edited by founder Laura Pegram. These vivid narratives explore the devastation of leaving home and the struggle to adapt to reimagined lives, lost loves, distant families, and buried pasts, deepening our understanding of the human experience. Featuring works from acclaimed authors Naima Coster, Nicole Dennis-Benn, Daphne Palasi Andreades, Susan Muaddi Darraj, and others, this anthology stands as a testament to voices too often overlooked in contemporary literature. "The stories in this collection serve as windows into diverse communities while inviting readers of all backgrounds to engage with and appreciate the richness of our cultures." -Edwidge Danticat, from the foreword of Sing the Truth.

Paperback. Condizione: New. "This book is the crash course in civics that America needs." -Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of THINK AGAIN, and host of the podcast Re:Thinking"Dismantles dozens of myths about American politics in the service of rebuilding American democracy." -Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author and former White House speechwriter"A bracing and often entertaining corrective to some misinformation about the way things work."-Kirkus Reviews In this clear-eyed guide, America's political experts cut through the spin and expose the myths holding our democracy back. Our political system is bogged down by convenient falsehoods, fueled by those who benefit from the chaos. These myths distort our view of government and prevent us from solving real problems, leaving many Americans feeling frustrated and hopeless. In We Hold These "Truths", former congressional staffer turned George Washington University grad school professor Casey Burgat leads a diverse team of officials, academics, and experts from both sides of the aisle to expose the lies at the heart of our political dysfunction. They debunk talking points about presidential power, the Constitution, term limits, lobbyists, and more-offering real-world insights into how our government actually works. Replacing myths with clarity and solutions, We Hold These "Truths" empowers us all to see past the distractions, understand the system, and demand the kind of government that will actually bring about positive change.Chapters: "The Founders, In Their Infinite Wisdom." by Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky "Members of Congress Don't Do Anything" by Rep. Derek Kilmer "The President Should Just." by Alyssa Farah Griffin "I vote the issues, not the party" by Dr. Lilliana Mason "The Supreme Court Has Become Politicized" by Steve Vladeck, "Politicians Are Bought and Paid For" by Rep. Steve Israel "Bipartisanship is Dead" by Dr. Frances E. Lee and Dr. James Curry "The Filibuster Forces Compromise" by Adam Jentleson "I Wish the Parties Would Work Together" by Rep. Bill Pascrell "Lobbyists Are Evil" by Rev. Quardricos Driskell "The Media Wants to Polarize Us" by Matt Fuller "Keep Your Politics Out of My Sports" by Jane McManus.

Paperback. Condizione: New. USA TODAY BESTSELLER An intimate and uplifting story of one family's journey from tragedy to triumph, inspiring readers to transform life's obstacles into opportunities for growth and change. "Nicole Avant gives a raw and courageous look into how she found the light in her darkest moment. She reminds us that grief is different for everyone, and we have the power to move through it in our own unique way." -Cleo Wade, New York Times bestselling author "A love song to a great woman told through the eyes of the great woman she created." -Tyler PerryNicole Avant-diplomat, philanthropist, filmmaker-shares her deeply personal journey of resilience and legacy. Raised in a vibrant home where artists, politicians, and business leaders gathered, Nicole's extraordinary upbringing shaped her into a force for positive change. Her parents-entertainment mogul Clarence Avant and philanthropist Jacqueline Avant-turned their home into a place of refuge and inspiration for a generation of geniuses, from Ella Fitzgerald to Bill Withers to Quincy Jones. This foundation guided Nicole through a trailblazing career in music, diplomacy, and film. Then, an unthinkable tragedy struck: her mother was fatally shot in December 2021. In this powerful memoir, Nicole transforms grief into a catalyst for profound personal growth and a renewed commitment to service. Think You'll Be Happy-her mother's final words-becomes a mantra for resilience, guiding readers toward hope, purpose, and positive change, even in life's darkest moments.

Paperback. Condizione: New. "The best of When Harry Met Sally, Normal People, and Lady Bird all wrapped up in a vintage button-down and sprinkled with Midwestern charm." -Joanna Goddard, Cup of Jo The debut novel from beloved writer Erika Veurink, this is a deeply personal and propulsive romance laced with humor, heat, and high-octane yearning. Perfect for fans of You, Again, One Day, and People We Meet on Vacation.After a postgraduation drive from Iowa City to NYC, Teddy and Marin have both had enough of each other to last the rest of their lives. But that doesn't stop their paths from crossing over eight rocky years, punctuated by chance encounters and transatlantic visits, on a journey that eventually brings them right back to where it all started. "You are going to stay up way past your bedtime devouring this novella." -Molly Prentiss, author of Tuesday Nights in 1980 and Old Flame "Erika Veurink pulls off a fun, charming read with just enough scandalous young-people behavior to remind you that we are all a mess and that falling in love is a journey that's well worth the adventure and the many detours." -Aminatou Sow, coauthor of the NYT bestseller Big Friendship "I've already read it twice." -Caro Claire Burke, author of the forthcoming Yesteryear.

Paperback. Condizione: New. "This book is the crash course in civics that America needs." -Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of THINK AGAIN, and host of the podcast Re:Thinking"Dismantles dozens of myths about American politics in the service of rebuilding American democracy." -Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author and former White House speechwriter"A bracing and often entertaining corrective to some misinformation about the way things work."-Kirkus Reviews In this clear-eyed guide, America's political experts cut through the spin and expose the myths holding our democracy back. Our political system is bogged down by convenient falsehoods, fueled by those who benefit from the chaos. These myths distort our view of government and prevent us from solving real problems, leaving many Americans feeling frustrated and hopeless. In We Hold These "Truths", former congressional staffer turned George Washington University grad school professor Casey Burgat leads a diverse team of officials, academics, and experts from both sides of the aisle to expose the lies at the heart of our political dysfunction. They debunk talking points about presidential power, the Constitution, term limits, lobbyists, and more-offering real-world insights into how our government actually works. Replacing myths with clarity and solutions, We Hold These "Truths" empowers us all to see past the distractions, understand the system, and demand the kind of government that will actually bring about positive change.Chapters: "The Founders, In Their Infinite Wisdom." by Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky "Members of Congress Don't Do Anything" by Rep. Derek Kilmer "The President Should Just." by Alyssa Farah Griffin "I vote the issues, not the party" by Dr. Lilliana Mason "The Supreme Court Has Become Politicized" by Steve Vladeck, "Politicians Are Bought and Paid For" by Rep. Steve Israel "Bipartisanship is Dead" by Dr. Frances E. Lee and Dr. James Curry "The Filibuster Forces Compromise" by Adam Jentleson "I Wish the Parties Would Work Together" by Rep. Bill Pascrell "Lobbyists Are Evil" by Rev. Quardricos Driskell "The Media Wants to Polarize Us" by Matt Fuller "Keep Your Politics Out of My Sports" by Jane McManus.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Your Entire Marketing Strategy on One Page To build a successful business, you need to stop doing random acts of marketing and start following a reliable plan for rapid business growth. Traditionally, creating a marketing plan has been a difficult and time-consuming process, which is why it often doesn't get done. In The 1-Page Marketing Plan, serial entrepreneur and rebellious marketer Allan Dib reveals a marketing implementation breakthrough that makes creating a marketing plan simple and fast. It's literally a single page, divided up into nine squares. With it, you'll be able to map out your own sophisticated marketing plan and go from zero to marketing hero. Whether you're just starting out or are an experienced entrepreneur, The 1-Page Marketing Plan is the easiest and fastest way to create a marketing plan that will propel your business growth. In this groundbreaking new book you'll discover: How to get new customers, clients or patients and how to make more profit from existing ones. Why "big business" style marketing could kill your business and strategies that actually work for small and medium-sized businesses. How to close sales without being pushy, needy, or obnoxious while turning the tables and having prospects begging you to take their money. A simple step-by-step process for creating your own personalized marketing plan that is literally one page. Simply follow along and fill in each of the nine squares that make up your own 1-Page Marketing Plan. How to annihilate competitors and make yourself the only logical choice. How to get amazing results on a small budget using the secrets of direct response marketing. How to charge high prices for your products and services and have customers actually thank you for it.

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