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2025 NAUTILUS BOOK AWARDS GOLD WINNER“A Book of Balance should be read by every architect, engineer, manager, leader, and anyone with authority in the creation of our modern world... Everyone can benefit from this book and the ancient wisdom it offers." — Garden Marcus, author of How to Grow“A Book of Balance provides essential natural wisdom from the past to help us live more fully in the present so we can save our planet’s future. These indigenous teachings make for a powerful read.”— Patrick McDonnell, creator of Heart to Heart with the Dalai LamaWe all need answers for how to live our best lives. We want to settle our souls.For centuries, the Kogi have lived in seclusion in Colombia’s remote Sierra Nevadas, known as “the heart of the world.” Now a few emissaries from the tribe have emerged to bring an urgent and loving message to the West—advice on how to live in harmony with the earth.Lucas Buchholz was invited to their home to receive and transcribe this message and guidance. A Book of Balance takes us on a journey into a startlingly beautiful landscape and into a sacred fireside circle where members consider key questions, including:What Did You Plant? What Did You Harvest?How Will We Pass the Knowledge On to Our Children?What Does It Mean to the World That I Am Here?In this slim volume of spiritual introspection, they ask us to share in their practice, posing nine questions that focus our minds and hearts on who we are, who we can become.A beautiful book to own, to share with friends, and discuss in community. For readers of The Book of Hygge and Ikigai—books that bring the wisdom of other cultures to our own.

Unlock the power of inner healing and transformation with this beautiful 50-card oracle deck.We are made up of many aspects – in body, mind and spirit. When we find balance in one of these parts of ourselves, we can begin to heal the rest of our system. Author of The Law of Positivism Shereen Oberg has drawn upon her ancestral wisdom to produce a beautiful, energetically inspiring oracle deck. The cards in this deck are themed around five layers – physical, mental, emotional, energetic and spiritual – with 10 cards for each theme to support your healing journey. Featuring the unique artwork of Lori Menna, this oracle will help you to become more aware of these five different aspects and turn your attention to where healing and observation are needed. It is through this awareness that the seed of healing is planted, and new processes can begin on different levels. As you journey through each layer, you will discover how to heal the past, present and the future, your soul and DNA lineage, and raise your higher vibration. You can use the cards to release fears and negative emotions in order to reach a state of inner gratitude, peace and abundance. Discover how to attract positivity in your life and return to wholeness.

‘This book should be the thought for the day every single day.’ Dr Julie Smith, Sunday Times bestselling author Far from being fluffy sentiments, acts of kindness – whether given, received or witnessed – are potent elixirs that have a profound and lasting impact on our mental and physical health. From boosting happiness to soothing the soul, kindness isn’t just a feel-good notion – it’s a powerhouse. It relaxes your nerves, lowers blood pressure, reduces inflammation and even slows down ageing at the genetic level. This book serves as a beacon of light, urging you to spread kindness like wildfire. Because in a world where apathy reigns, giving a f*ck is revolutionary. And when we do, we not only enrich ourselves but bring joy into our communities and the wider world.

An inspiring guide to manifesting for kids, from Roxie Nafousi, Sunday Times bestselling author of MANIFEST and MANIFEST: Dive Deeper.'Now I’ve read the book, I feel much better. I used to worry at bedtime when I was thinking too much, and I’ve learnt how to stop the worry.' Rae, aged 8Are you ready to learn a new superpower? Then let me introduce you the world of MANIFESTING.Manifesting is a way of using your own mind to become your BEST and HAPPIEST self. Anyone can manifest, and I want to help you learn how with FOUR SIMPLE STEPS that will teach you to:Understand your feelingsGrow your confidenceAppreciate everything you haveSet and reach your goalsWith activities to do alone and with friends and family, plus an 8-week daily journal, this incredible book will give you the tools you need to manifest your best and most brilliant lives!"As a parent, I know that all you want for your child is to be the best and happiest version of themselves. Children are struggling more and more with the pressures of modern society. I wrote this book because I believe that every child deserves to feel confident, to believe in themselves and to know how much special they are. If we can help equip children with tools and guidance that will help them to help themselves, we can profoundly change the direction of their lives." - Roxie NafousiRoxie's Four Steps to Manifesting for kids:1. UNDERSTANDING EMOTIONS2. SELF-BELIEF3. GRATITUDE4. GOAL-SETTING*What kids are saying about MANIFEST For Kids!*‘Manifesting has really helped me to understand my emotions, especially the chapter on conquering my fears. I felt calm after I read the book and now I like to use my toolbox, like the tip of taking a breath when I feel angry.’ Ethan, age 8‘The daily journal helped me look at my day and think about all of the positive things that I have done and also the things that I am looking forward to. This made me feel happy and excited.’ Selena, age 9*What parents are saying about MANIFEST for Kids!*‘I have both of Roxie’s adult books and now I love having some tools to help my children too! My son (age 8) vocalised his fears to me after identifying them in the book and chatted about his toolbox and all of the things that can help him when he is feeling fearful.’ Parent reviewer‘This book was an amazing opportunity for my daughter (age 9) and I to connect with one another and talk about our feelings.’ Parent reviewer ‘The breathing tools have been incredible, and my daughter (age 9) has started using them as a technique to help her. After reading the book, she has said how when she is finding something hard at school, she tells herself she can do it and not to panic.‘ Parent reviewer

Reclaim your kitchen from processed foods and mystery chemicals, then cook through 75+ recipes that focus on eating well for whole-body health.With all the emphasis put on healthy eating, you probably realize how consequential your food choices are to your mental and physical health, for better or worse. But did you know that a 2017 publication from the National Institute of Health estimates that there are now more than 10,000 chemicals the FDA regulates in food (and that there are only about 100 employees doing so)?Yet you can control to improve what you’re cooking and eating—and A Healthier Home Cook provides an accessible guide for doing just that. In author Shawna Holman’s best-selling first book, A Healthier Home, she took her enthusiasm for healthy living to the page and provided an accessible, room-by-room roadmap for making the home A Little Less Toxic. Now, she’s back with a full book to support most people’s entry point: the kitchen and cooking. A full basics chapter includes shopping guides for all kitchen essentials (detailing what materials to look for and avoid). Then she shares a collection of recipes, many of which help readers avoid store-bought products with questionable ingredients: Nourishing Breakfasts: Cast-Iron Dutch Baby Pancake with Warm Berry Compote, French Toast Casserole, Grain Free Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, DIY Acai Bowl with Rich Maple Granola, Next Day Oatmeal Muffins, Perfect Pressure Cooked Eggs with Hashbrowns and Oven Bacon, Family-Style Breakfast Tacos, Crispy Potato and Egg Bake Substantial Salads and Bowls: Rainbow Salad, White Bean and Bacon Salad, Deli-Style Macaroni Salad, Sonoma-Style Chicken Salad Bowl, Taco Salad with Catalina Dressing, Mediterranean-Style Pasta Salad, Roasted Asparagus and Pecan Salad, Fresh Thai-Style Salad, Chopped Antipasto with Crispy Prosciutto, Sushi Roll in a Bowl, Hearty Sprouted Grains Bow Warming Soups and Stews: Hearty, Creamy Tomato Soup, Sprouted Lentil Soup with Spinach, Damien’s Mineral-Rich Chicken Noodle Soup, Gigi's Blue Ribbon Chili, One-Pot Beef Stew with Chiles and Carrots, White Bean Chicken Chili, Albondigas Soup, Red Lentil Dahl with Warming Spices Lighter Plates: Falafel Night with Quinoa Tabouli and Tzatziki, Top Notch Ramen, Spaghetti Squash Bake with Roasted Tomato Marinara, Grain Free Crispy Fish with Oven Fries and Coleslaw, Seared Scallops with Pesto Pasta, Pineapple Chicken Curry, Thai Lettuce Cups with Peanut Sauce Heartier Dishes: Chicken Pot Pie, Turkey Burger Bowls with Sweet Potato Cubies and Pickled Red Onion, The Wholesome Whole Chicken, Bone Broth (and veggie scrap broth), Enchiladas Verdes with Refried Beans and Taqueria-Style Roasted Carrots, Chimichurri Beef Pasta, Mississippi Pot Roast, Pasta Pot, House Bolognese, Cottage Pie, Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf with Crispy Smashed Potatoes and Grilled Artichoke Sweets and Sips: Grain Free Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting, Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies, Candy Bar Dates, Dairy Free Caramel Corn, Frost It, Top It, Dip It (Coconut Whipped Cream, Pressure-Cooked Caramel, and Dye-Free Berry Buttercream), Chocolate Pudding with Raw Honey Whipped Cream, Maple Cinnamon Marshmallows, My Mega Matcha, Gelatin Gummies, Quick Chia Jam, Honey Lemonade, Healthier Hot ChocolateWhether you’re looking to replace packaged convenience foods or find new, wholesome meal ideas, A Healthier Home Cook will aid you on a journey that benefits both your mind and body. It’s simple to make change happen when you take it one plate at a time!

An inspiring guide to manifesting for kids from the Sunday Times bestselling author of MANIFEST and MANIFEST: Dive Deeper. 'Now I’ve read the book, I feel much better. I used to worry at bedtime when I was thinking too much, and I’ve learnt how to stop the worry.' Rae, aged 8 Manifesting is a way of using your own mind to become your BEST and HAPPIEST self. In MANIFEST for Kids, bestselling author, self-development coach, and manifesting expert Roxie Nafousi lays out four simple and easy-to-implement steps to help children: Understand their feelings Grow their confidence Appreciate everything they have Set and reach their goals With activities to do alone and with friends and family, plus an 8-week daily journal, this incredible book will give kids the tools needed to manifest their best and most brilliant lives! *What parents and kids are saying about MANIFEST For Kids!* ‘Manifesting has really helped me to understand my emotions, especially the chapter on conquering my fears. I felt calm after I read the book and now I like to use my toolbox, like the tip of taking a breath when I feel angry.’ Ethan, age 8 ‘The daily journal helped me look at my day and think about all of the positive things that I have done and also the things that I am looking forward to. This made me feel happy and excited.’ Selena, age 9 ‘I have both of Roxie’s adult books and now I love having some tools to help my children too! My son (age 8) vocalised his fears to me after identifying them in the book and chatted about his toolbox and all of the things that can help him when he is feeling fearful.’ Parent reviewer ‘This book was an amazing opportunity for my daughter (age 9) and I to connect with one another and talk about our feelings.’ Parent reviewer ‘The breathing tools have been incredible, and my daughter (age 9) has started using them as a technique to help her. After reading the book, she has said how when she is finding something hard at school, she tells herself she can do it and not to panic.’ Parent reviewer

Discover how tending to houseplants can nurture both your space and your spirit in this inspiring, heartfelt guide that blends expert plant-care wisdom with emotional healing.In More Than Just a Plant, author and creator Krystal Duran—the beloved voice behind the @_plantswithkrystal_ community of millions—shares her deeply personal story of finding peace, purpose, and growth through the act of caring for plants. With a relatable, down-to-earth approach, Krystal shows that houseplants are far more than trendy décor—they’re living companions that connect us to nature, bring daily calm, and offer a powerful path to self-care. Through stories, tips, and reflections, she helps you build plant routines that fit your life, embrace imperfection, and find meaning in every new leaf and fallen petal.Inside, you will find:Emotional connection through plant care—how nurturing your collection can foster mindfulness, joy, and healing.Practical plant-parent guidance—from lighting and watering strategies to troubleshooting common issues with confidence and compassion.Personal stories of resilience—Krystal’s own journey of loss, growth, and rediscovery through her love of plants.Science-backed benefits—how houseplants can reduce stress, lift mood, and create a more restorative living environment.Inspiration for every space and season—ideas for cultivating harmony, beauty, and intention indoors.More than a how-to, this book is a celebration of the profound bond between people and plants—a reminder that when we care for living things, we also care for ourselves. If you are seeking a little more life, calm, and joy in every day, More Than Just a Plant is here to help you find it.

Discover the secrets to finding balance amid the scattered pieces of a chaotic life.Have you ever felt that your life is spiraling out of control? Do you sometimes wish you could pull yourself together but wonder how to manage the increasing demands of home life, family, budgeting, and your own needs?Take a deep breath. Beginning with practical action plans and drawing you toward the deeper and calming truths of biblical wisdom, Ruth Soukup will help you:Discover the place where your talents and abilities intersect.Take back your time and open your schedule by making simple, daily shifts.Reduce stress by clearing out the clutter.Learn easy ways to cut your grocery bill in half.Create a practical cleaning schedule that works. "An incredible book that will teach you how to spend smart without compromising a great life. Ruth's stories and practical advice will make you want to be a better mother, wife, sister, and friend."--RACHEL CRUZE, coauthor with Dave Ramsey of Smart Money Smart Kids"Ruth knows firsthand how mamas like us live crazy busy lives, and she steps in as a friend to help us manage and love every minute of it. She offers her best tips for gaining control over the chaos with wisdom-based insights on all things thrifty and family. I'll be reading it again and again!"--RENEE SWOPE, bestselling author of A Confident Heart

A laugh-out-loud, poignant and uplifting ode to the simple pleasure and small joys in life. Perfect for fans of Gail Honeyman, Rosanna Ley and Ruth Hogan."A lovely feel-good story" -Lisa, NetGalley reviewer"I adored this book... a wonderful discovery!" -Breves litteraires blogHow do you find where you're going, if you've forgotten where you're from...WHAT READERS THINK"A wonderful read" -Abby, NetGalley reviewer"An ode to the simple pleasure and small joys in life." -Breves litteraires blog"A real treat!" -RTBF"A book full of light, sunshine and joy." -Lapresse.ca"The writing is soft, luminous, and full of hope." -Blogger"A delightful novel that celebrates the reading experience." -Tele 7 JoursGiacomo is stuck in a funk he can't shake - and a translation he can't finish. When he's summoned home to Sardinia, to say a final goodbye to his dying grandmother, he's offered the perfect opportunity to escape. On the noisy, sun-drenched island, Giacomo reconnects with long-lost friends and overbearing relatives, relives the childhood he once couldn't wait to leave behind, and rediscovers new joie-de-vivre within him. Never mind that he's making no progress on his translation. . . When the time comes to leave once more, Giacomo wonders: has he fallen back in love with his home-island? Or has he been hiding from something which he needs the courage to return and confront? But most importantly - is his grandma really as ill as she's claiming to be?

‘A cracker of a book packed with tips – you’ll feel instantly organised.’ Aggie MacKenzie Packed with simple tips and tricks, this is everything you need to know about household cleaning.Is your busy life conquering your home? Do you find the household chores getting on top of you?Lynsey Queen of Clean, Instagrammer, businesswoman and busy mum of three, has done all of the work so you don’t have to. Featuring her make-at-home cleaning products, easy step-by-step guides and all her recommendations for toxic-free and eco-friendly products, this book is the ultimate guide to keeping on top of your house, and having fun while you do it.Lynsey shares her daily and seasonal routines, motivating and encouraging you along the way with so that you are left with the will, and the skill, to take on even the most seemingly insurmountable tasks and end up with a clean, calm and happy home.

‘A cracker of a book packed with tips – you’ll feel instantly organised.’ Aggie MacKenzie Revised edition of How to Clean Your House, updated with a new Christmas section. Do you find household chores getting on top of you, even more so in December?Want to get ahead in the run up to the festive season?Let the Queen of Clean show you how to take control of your house and your Christmas to-do list. Packed with eco-friendly cleaning products, and featuring her monthly routines and easy step-by-step guides, this festive edition includes a bumper Christmas section full of cleaning tips and home hacks to see you through the party season and take on even the most daunting tasks to leave you with a clean, calm and happy home.It’s the ultimate guide that shows you how to stay on top of all the housework and leave you with time to put your feet up with a glass of mulled wine.

Indigenous wisdom to transform your home into an oasis of peace and connection by Chelsey Luger, the Lakota and Anishinaabe wellness expert and co-author of The Seven CirclesNative American teachings for homekeeping are full of wellness knowledge that can transform our lives today, through heritage-honoring design, sustainable minimalism, and intentional entertaining that best reflect our values. In the modern world, people often disregard the true power of the home, ignoring its role in our self-care and healthcare, but Native teachings are uniquely positioned to reveal the home as a living, breathing structure that impacts our mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional sense of wellbeing.Inspired by this enduring wisdom and her experience applying it in her own home, Chelsey Luger will help you transform your home into:a hub for family connection and community buildinga source of optimism and joy from the moment we wake up in the morninga scene rich in stories about our heritage, ancestry, and valuesa supportive structure for good habits of moving more, reading more, sleeping better, eating healthier, and spending more time outside.By tapping into a wellspring of ancestral knowledge and modern Indigenous expertise, Native Home empowers you to make small changes to bring your home to life—a source of optimism and joy connected with your values, rich with intention, and set up to lead you and your family toward a thriving existence.

Club Tome Book Award Winner, 2025-20262025 Children’s Book Council Teacher’s Favorites WinnerAs World War II enters her backyard, a young girl tries to cope with the war and keep her family together by completing a bucket list with her best friend: her dog Happy. Featuring a dog’s POV and inspired by real-life experiences of a young Pearl Harbor survivor, this historical middle-grade novel will inspire readers 8-12 to find courage in any situation.It’s 1940, and Jody is moving with her military family yet again—this time to a small naval base in Pearl Harbor. She’s always created a “top ten” list for each new home to help her adjust, and with Hawaii being so beautiful and her loyal dog Happy by her side, it’s easy to find things to add.But Jody’s mom is convinced the island is dangerous and starts constantly practicing first aid. Jody also learns that Happy is getting older and beginning to slow down. To cope, she makes a list of fun things they can do together. “Operation: Happy” gives her something to focus on beyond the scary new experiences, like air raid drills and Yellow Fever vaccinations.Before long, everyone’s worst fears come true: Pearl Harbor is attacked. In the aftermath, Jody’s father must stay behind as the rest of the family is evacuated, and Jody promises him she will keep everyone together. But things are hard in San Francisco, where she feels like an outsider. Worse, her mother has become depressed, and Jody worries she and her sister will have to go to an orphanage. With Happy by her side, Jody hatches a brave plan to keep the family safe … Will Operation: Happy see them through?Operation: Happy is:perfect for fans of historical fiction as well as animal loversa moving and historically accurate novel inspired by true eventsideal for readers of Kimberly Brubaker Bradley and Kate DiCamillo

2025 Crystal Kite Honor Winner for Midsouth RegionTwyla is far from fine. With her varsity field hockey career on the line, her friendships in shambles, and a medical diagnosis that is far from the truth, Twyla simply wants to be heard. Stronger at the Seams is a powerful coming-of-age story about disabilities, chronic illness, and learning to advocate for yourself.Twyla enters high school sure of three things: Her best friends will always be there for her, the next four years will be amazing, and her mom was right when she said there’s a reason behind everything. Then, during a field hockey game, she gets extremely nauseous and struggles with concentration. What should have been a great year starts spiraling. Despite a diagnosis of mild digestive issue, Twyla doesn’t feel right. She’s exhausted, sick more often than not, and struggling to keep up at school — but every doctor says she’s “fine.” As her world starts to unravel, Twyla realizes that the hardest part isn’t being sick… it’s being ignored.Between mounting medical appointments, shifting friendships, her varsity hockey career in shambles, and family tensions she doesn’t fully understand, Twyla must learn how to speak up — even when it feels uncomfortable, scary, or impossible. As questions about her health collide with long-buried family secrets, Twyla begins to discover that finding her voice may be the key to holding herself together.Stronger at the Seams is a powerful young adult coming-of-age novel about:Advocating for yourself when no one else willLiving with chronic illness and invisible strugglesNavigating friendships, school, and family pressureLearning that strength doesn’t always look the way we expectPerfect for readers who love emotionally rich stories like Wonder and The Fault in Our Stars, this Crystal Kite Honor–winning novel offers a compassionate, hopeful look at resilience, self-discovery, and what it means to be truly heard.

Club Tome Book Award Winner, 2025-2026As World War II enters her backyard, a young girl tries to cope with the war and keep her family together by completing a bucket list with her best friend: her dog Happy. Featuring a dog’s POV and inspired by real-life experiences of a young Pearl Harbor survivor, this historical middle-grade novel will inspire readers 8-12 to find courage in any situation.It’s 1940, and Jody is moving with her military family yet again—this time to a small naval base in Pearl Harbor. She’s always created a “top ten” list for each new home to help her adjust, and with Hawaii being so beautiful and her loyal dog Happy by her side, it’s easy to find things to add.But Jody’s mom is convinced the island is dangerous and starts constantly practicing first aid. Jody also learns that Happy is getting older and beginning to slow down. To cope, she makes a list of fun things they can do together. “Operation: Happy” gives her something to focus on beyond the scary new experiences, like air raid drills and Yellow Fever vaccinations.Before long, everyone’s worst fears come true: Pearl Harbor is attacked. In the aftermath, Jody’s father must stay behind as the rest of the family is evacuated, and Jody promises him she will keep everyone together. But things are hard in San Francisco, where she feels like an outsider. Worse, her mother has become depressed, and Jody worries she and her sister will have to go to an orphanage. With Happy by her side, Jody hatches a brave plan to keep the family safe … Will Operation: Happy see them through?Operation: Happy is:perfect for fans of historical fiction as well as animal loversa moving and historically accurate novel inspired by true eventsideal for readers of Kimberly Brubaker Bradley and Kate DiCamillo

Does your child struggle with negative thought patterns, stress, and anxiety? Captain Snout and the Super Power Questions encourages children to live a happier and healthier life with a more positive outlook. This motivational picture book by Dr. Daniel Amen, New York Times bestselling author and board-certified child psychiatrist, offers children a way to address their negative thoughts.Don't let ANTS steal your happiness! That is what Captain Snout says loud and clear in this playful and encouraging book about living a positive life without the stress of negativity. What exactly are these ANTs? Automatic Negative Thoughts … and Captain Snout says we can use his super power questions to be mindful of our thoughts and be heroic too.Written with easy-to-read text for children ages 4 to 8, Captain Snout and the Super Power QuestionsEmpowers kids to tackle negative thoughts: Introduces children to “super power questions” to combat Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs) and develop a positive mindset.Uses proven mental health strategies: Uses cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to teach coping skills, problem-solving, and mindfulness in a fun, relatable way.Addresses everyday anxieties and stressors: Offers practical tools for children to manage emotions in life and at school by building emotional resilience.Is engaging and age-appropriate: Written by Dr. Daniel Amen, a child psychiatrist and bestselling author, this playful picture book combines humor and motivation to connect with young readers.A resource for parents and educators: Perfect for parents, teachers, and school groups to spark conversations about mental health and promote wellness in children.

Once upon a time, there was something called the sun … In a kingdom ruled by a witch, the sun is just part of a legend about Light-filled days of old. But now Siria Nightingale is headed to the heart of the darkness to try and restore the Light—or lose everything trying.Sixteen-year-old Siria Nightingale has never seen the sun. That’s because Queen Iyzabel shrouded the kingdom in shadow upon her ascent to the throne, with claims it would protect her subjects from the dangerous Light.The Darkness has always left Siria uneasy, and part of her still longs for the stories of the Light-filled days she once listened to alongside her best friend Linden, told in secret by Linden’s grandfather. But Siria’s need to please her strict and demanding parents means embracing the dark and heading to the royal city—the very center of Queen Izybel’s power—for a chance at a coveted placement at court. And what Siria discovers at the Choosing Ball sends her on a quest toward the last vestiges of Light, alongside a ragtag group of rebels who could help her restore the sun … or doom the kingdom to shadow forever.Ignite the Sun is:A YA fantasy adventure that is exciting and uniqueAn allegorical exploration of the struggle with anxiety and depressionPerfect for readers 13 and upA great gift for Christmas, birthday, or other gift giving holidays of young adult readersA good book club pick or cozy winter read

Once upon a time, there was something called the sun … In a kingdom ruled by an evil witch, the sun is just part of a legend about light-filled days of old. Luckily for everybody in the kingdom, Siria Nightingale is headed to the heart of the darkness to try and restore the light—or she will lose everything trying.Sixteen year-old Siria Nightingale has never seen the sun. The light is dangerous, according to Queen Iyzabel, an evil witch who has shrouded the kingdom in shadow.Siria has always hated the darkness and revels in the stories of the light-filled old days that she hears from her best friend and his grandfather. Besides them, nobody else understands her fascination with the sun, especially not her strict and demanding parents. Siria’s need to please them is greater even than her fear of the dark. So she heads to the royal city—the very center of the darkness—for a chance at a place in Queen Iyzabel’s court.But what Siria discovers at the Choosing Ball sends her on a quest toward the last vestiges of the sun with a ragtag group of rebels who could help her bring back the Light … or doom the kingdom to shadow forever.Ignite the Sun is:A YA fantasy adventure that is exciting and unique, right down to its metallic book coverAn allegorical exploration of the struggle with anxiety and depressionPerfect for readers 13 and up

From New York Times bestselling author and news anchor Raymond Arroyo comes the first book in the Turnabout Tales series—a picture book biography of one of America’s most famous inventors, Thomas Alva Edison, and a story about never giving up.No one thought much of young Thomas Alva Edison. He couldn’t focus at school and caused trouble around the house. But where others saw a distracted and mischievous boy, his mother saw imagination and curiosity. At only seven years old, Al, as he was called as a young child, was educated by his mother at home, who understood his potential could be unlocked with non-conventional learning, allowing him freedom to explore, dream, and be inquisitive. Those early years of encouragement, motivation, and loving guidance shaped Al’s future and formed the courageous man who would apply those valuable lessons to inventing the phonograph, the motion picture camera, the light bulb, and more.In The Unexpected Light of Thomas Alva Edison readers will:meet the larger-than-life personality of Thomas Alva Edisonhear an inspiring tale of how taking chances, failures, and struggles can lead to success and achievementslearn about the power of curiosity and imaginationsee the importance of the words “Never give up!”take a carefully researched and actively told romp through historyThe Unexpected Light of Thomas Alva Edison:includes an annotated list of resources and suggested readingfeatures realistic illustrations by artist Kristina Gehrmanncontains an author’s note by Raymond Arroyo, the author of the bestselling The Spider Who Saved Christmasmakes a great back-to-school gift for young readers and teachersThe Turnabout Tales series highlights little-known yet fascinating stories of historical figures who went from underdog to hero, and the adults who inspired them to be true to themselves and do big things that changed the world.

A comprehensive and lushly photographed guide to growing and using healing plants, including recipes, from the founder of the Chestnut School of Herbal MedicineThis is the ultimate reference for anyone looking to bring the beauty and therapeutic properties of plants into their garden, kitchen, and home apothecary. Both informative and accessible, this complete guide to herbal medicine covers how to plan your garden (including container gardening for small spaces); essential information on seed propagation, soil quality, and holistic gardening practices; 30 detailed profiles of must-know plants (including growing information, medicinal properties, and how to use them); foundational principles of herbalism; step-by-step photographic tutorials for preparing botanical medicine and healing foods; and 70 recipes for teas, tinctures, oils, salves, syrups, and more. Packed with sumptuous photography, this book will appeal to home gardeners who want to branch out to culinary and medicinal herbs, home cooks and those interested in a natural wellness lifestyle, and novice and skillful herbalists alike.This essential resource for your home apothecary includes:Holistic Gardening Practices: Learn to cultivate your garden with essential information on seed propagation and soil quality, ensuring your healing plants thrive.Container Gardening for Any Space: Transform even a small balcony or patio into a flourishing source of wellness with tips specifically for container gardens.A Home Apothecary: Follow step-by-step photographic tutorials to confidently prepare your own botanical medicine, from simple teas to potent tinctures.30 Essential Medicinal Herbs: Detailed profiles of thirty must-know plants, covering their medicinal properties, growing information, and specific uses.Over 70 Healing Recipes: Create a complete range of herbal preparations, including nourishing healing foods, salves, syrups, and oils for the whole family.

In Happy Plants, Happy You, author Kamili Bell Hill of @PlantBlerd shows you that spending quality time with your plants is spending quality time with yourself.Houseplants are so much more than a living decorative accent for your home or a relaxing hobby, and caring for houseplants should not be a mindless task. Instead, it’s an opportunity to check in with yourself as you check in with your plants. You’ll learn how houseplants can help you avoid burnout and bring a healthy focus to your own self-care. As it turns out, when you tend to your houseplants, you’re also tending to yourself. Houseplants have a lot of lessons to teach about relationships and the importance of a little give and take, including how to focus on the ones who love you back and how—like getting rid of a dead leaf or a mealybug—sometimes you gotta cut bait and bail on relationships that are bringing you down. Author Kamili Bell Hill used houseplants to exit the stress highway that was overtaking her life and she knows they can do the same for you. Easy houseplant-care tips to help build your confidence in growing, combined with wise and witty words on everything from managing “devil-spawn fungus gnats” to making your houseplant leaves shine like the top of the Chrysler Building, Happy Plants, Happy You is part self-exploration, part houseplant handbook. In a nutshell, it’s a plant-based roadmap to a happier you. You’ll get the lowdown on:  How to choose the right plants for you as a person, not just for your growing conditionsAdvice on avoiding “vampire relationships” with plants (and people!) that suck you dryA wish list of the best tools for houseplant parents How to date several plants before settling on the best ones for youThe art of letting go of things that aren’t thrivingGiving up on the illusion of control—and being totally okay with itAs your plants grow, you will too. Houseplants are a guilt-free path to peace, and the result of stepping into an intentional plant-care/self-care routine will be happy plants and a happy you.

The last few years have been a lot, haven't they? In your home, in your community, in the world. There's no reason to wonder why you need rest. Of course you need peace. No matter the stage of your motherhood, even when your children have children of their own, a momma's heart carries so much in every season.Join Becky Thompson, USA Today bestselling author and founder of the Midnight Mom Devotional community, as she guides you into Healing Rest.Readers willlearn how to lean into the promised presence of Jesus and find soul-deep peace;experience the heart-healing truth of what it means to be safely held in a world that feels far from secure;discover how connecting to the heart of the Father resets and regulates your body's nervous system;find Scripture based and science backed truth to still your racing thoughts; andencounter the calming comfort of God's Spirit in the midst of every hard and hidden place of your heart. Healing Rest shares stories from the Bible, scientific insights, and practical ways to confront overthinking with God's Word. This book dives deep into the promise of peace, not just for those facing anxiety, but for every momma who needs it. Thompson reminds readers that they do not have to carry the weight of their burdens alone, and that God is always with them. Momma, you deserve peace. Come experience rest in the arms of the only One who can hold it all.

Be Stress-Free and Colour is the perfect book for stressed-out adults who want to reconnect, simply and easily, with their inner creativity. In this guided colouring book for adults looking for some me-time, art therapist Lacy Mucklow and artist Angela Porter offer up over 50 colouring pages, all designed to help you unplug and unwind. With so much chaos in the world and stress in our daily lives, we need a way to relieve the tension and avoid burnout, illness or worse. A simple and inexpensive way to relieve stress is by colouring images, which is soothing and could ultimately aid in reversing the effects of anxiety. Refocusing your attention on something completely different engages a mental, physical and emotional shift that can help break the pattern of consistent stress and allow you to rejuvenate.Be Stress-Free and Colour features designs that tackle seven of the most common stressors experienced by people worldwide: disorganisation and chaos, relationships of all kinds, financial difficulties, employment, health concerns, time management, and traveling and commuting. You can explore the benefits of putting pencil (or crayon!) to paper and channel your day-to-day stresses into a satisfying, creative environment.Be Stress-Free and Colour will have you enjoying the day and relaxing before you know it!Also available: Be Calm and Colour.

Explore the deep sea and dive into the fantastical world of mermaids with Mermaid Coloring.Whether you love the ocean’s endless depths or adore mermaids, this coloring book is a treasure chest waiting to be explored. Inside you’ll find lovely mermaids under the sea among coral reefs, fish, and other sea life. From fins and scales to gorgeous pearls and seashells, Mermaid Coloring features the beauty and dreamy allure of the mermaid aesthetic.Featuring:   More than 120 gorgeous designs Intricate meditative patterns on the back of each page Beautiful line-drawn art Coloring will bring you hours of enjoyment, whether you’re an artist or have no artistic experience—it’s the perfect way to unwind and relax. Add sumptuous shades of blue and green, along with purple, for a quintessential mermaid vibe, or create your own unique take by using any colors you wish.Chartwell Coloring Books is the ultimate coloring book series, encompassing designs of every kind. From intriguing abstract patterns to beautiful pictures from the natural, technological, and fantasy worlds, each of these coloring books will soothe the mind and inspire the inner creative in anyone. With so many variations of complex, beautiful designs in each book, you’ll have plenty of pages to bring to life. Whether young or old, creative or not, this series has something for you.

What’s pink and white and cute all over? Why, an axolotl, of course! Now use your imagination to color them in—pink, rainbow, spotted, blue…it’s up to you!  Axolotls are real—and really fun to color. That adorable face! Those frilly gills! This creature is so cute, how can it be real? Axolotls Coloring Book celebrates the otherworldly cuteness of one of nature’s most adorable animals.  Natives of Mexico, these charming amphibians have won the hearts of people all over the world for their resemblance to kawaii and manga creatures. In fact, they’re named after the Aztec god of fire and lightning, Xolotl, which disguised himself as a salamander to avoid being sacrificed. Their cute facial expressions, their odd little gills—indeed, they look like they are from another world! They’re always friendly, happy, and ready to be colored with your creative touch.  Designed to help you get coloring, but also to help you to explore your creative side, Axolotls Coloring Book offers:   More than 100 beautiful coloring designs Striking line-drawn art  An intricate meditative pattern to color on the back of each page  You can’t help but smile—just like an axolotl—as you color these charming creatures in different settings. They’ll capture your heart with their sweet expressions and keep you happily coloring any time you need a creative break. Coloring these amphibious cuties is the perfect way to wind down and get in touch with your artistic side! Chartwell Coloring Books is the ultimate coloring book series, encompassing designs of every kind. From intriguing abstract patterns to beautiful pictures from the natural, technological, and fantasy worlds, each of these coloring books will soothe the mind and inspire the inner creative in anyone. With so many variations of complex, beautiful designs in each book, you’ll have plenty of pages to bring to life. Whether young or old, creative or not, this series has something for you.

With three coloring books and four high-quality, double-sided colored pencils, The Ultimate Stress Free Coloring Set is your key to calm.Coloring is a relaxing pastime for everyone—no artistic talent required. The Ultimate Stress Free Coloring Set offers an abundance of soothing coloring opportunities and the pencils you need to get started. Open the cover of Be Stress Free and Color, Be Relaxed and Color, or Be Calm and Color, and choose from one of over 200 designs, including:MandalasGeometric PatternsNatural PatternsLines and DoodlesMeditative DesignsAs a gift for a friend or to keep for your very own creative pursuits, The Ultimate Stress Free Coloring Set offers hours and hours of screen-free fun.