Summary: "In our tumultuous cultural and political climate, many Americans are finding hope and meaning in poetry and inspirational quotes, as noted by numerous media outlets such as The Atlantic, The Guardian, and NPR, and as evidenced by the frequent posting of poetry online. Like many of us, the editors at Spiegel & Grau were inspired by the shared poems, and put together this collection of poems and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Spiegel & Grau 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 810 HOWSummary: A collection of inspirational stories for preteens and their families.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Backlist, LLC, a unit of Chicken Soup for the Soul Publishing 2012
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Summary: "Coming September 22nd From the worldwide bestselling author of Eat Pray Love: the path to the vibrant, fulfilling life you've dreamed of. Readers of all ages and walks of life have drawn inspiration and empowerment from Elizabeth Gilbert's books for years. Now this beloved author digs deep into her own generative process to share her wisdom and unique perspective about creativity. With...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Riverhead Books 2015
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Self-help GilbertLea, Robyn.
Summary: "See how the world's most exciting fashion designers live, inside spaces by turns stimulating and serene, which serve as both haven and muse. In this lush, illustrated book for lovers of fashion and interior design, bestselling photographer and author Robyn Lea opens the door to the private spaces where some of the world's top fashion designers live their best creative lives. At-home...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Thames and Hudson 2024
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Summary: Years ago, Tabitha Brown started a 30-day personal challenge that she called "I Did a New Thing!" The challenge was simple. Every day she would do something she'd never done before. In this book, Tab shares her own stories and those of others, alongside gentle guidance and encouragement to create these incredible changes for yourself and see what good can come from them.
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Publisher / Publication Date: William Morrow, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2024
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 158.1 BROGrogan, Jake
Summary: "A collection of the true stories that inspired 202 of the world's most famous books"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Center Point Large Print 2018
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Summary: In a time of great division and discord, our capacity to listen deeply and with compassion is paramount to solving pressing issues—across the realms of global politics, interpersonal relationships, and our own hearts and minds.In How to Listen, Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh demonstrates how deep listening is a fundamental building block of good communication. But perhaps more fundamentally,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Parallax Press 2024
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1 available in New Non-fiction, Call number: 158.1 NHAMcDonnell, Patrick
Summary: "Imbued with the creativity, artwork, and heart of Patrick McDonnell, this all-new graphic novel love letter features the classic Marvel super heroes including the Fantastic Four, the Incredible Hulk, Captain America, Black Panther, and Spider-Man, and is the synthesis of McDonnell's positive, inspirational sensibility and Marvel's blockbuster brand. Using the Marvel Universe as avatars,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams ComicArts 2023
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1 available in Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: 741.5 MCDVick, Edward W. H.
Summary: The way in which we read the Bible grows out of what we believe the Bible to be. Thus it is impossible to discuss methods of interpretation without considering our view of inspiration, the gathering of the canon, and even the reception of the Bible by the community of faith. And so, Edward W. H. Vick starts this comprehensive discussion of hermeneutics-the interpretation of Scripture-by looking...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Energion Publications 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 240 VICBranch, Susan
Summary: This collection contains some of Branch's favorite quotes, with words of wisdom from Mark Twain to Anne Frank, from Marcus Aurelius to Rosa Parks, from the Bhagavad Gita to the Bible, and many more.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Spring Street Publishing 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 170.44 BRAEllis, Nicole
Summary: "We Go High brings together the inspiring stories, motivational quotes, and personal philosophies of 30 influential women of color who have sought to overcome challenges in their lives. From activists to scientists, artists to sporting icons, each woman's story is different-but all have in common a deep-seated resilience to fight against the prejudices and barriers to success that women of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dk Publishing 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 920 ELLPriebe, Trisha
Summary: Avery dragged her three-year-old brother behind a boxwood bush and listened for footsteps in the brittle leaves. She couldn't be sure which was louder, the person on their trail or her own heart, galloping like a stallion in her ears. With one hand over Henry's mouth, Avery looked down at the nicest dress she owned. Not only had she torn the ruffles and destroyed the hem, but the white linen...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Shiloh Run Press, an imprint of Barbour Publishing 2016
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Summary: Elizabeth Gilbert offers powerful insights into the mysterious nature of inspiration. She discusses the attitudes, approaches, and habits that are needed in order to live the most creative lives. Balancing between soulful spirituality and cheerful pragmatism, Gilbert encourages listeners to uncover the 'strange jewels' that are hidden within each of them.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Books on Tape 2015
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1 available in Compact Disc Audio Book, Call number: CD 153 GILOtoshi, Kathryn
Summary: Little hands can do so many wonderful things: plant ideas; lift spirits; stretch imaginations. This colorful concept book rouses children to use their hands for the good and reach for their dreams.--Publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Blue Dot Press 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE OTOQuestlove
Summary: Questlove--musician, bandleader, designer, producer, culinary entrepreneur, professor, and all-around cultural omnivore--shares his wisdom on the topics of inspiration and originality in a one-of-a-kind guide to living your best creative life. In Creative Quest, Questlove synthesizes all the creative philosophies, lessons, and stories he's heard from the many creators and collaborators in his...
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Publisher / Publication Date: ECCO 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 153.35 QUEMorgan, Hilarie Burton
Summary: Since childhood, Hilarie Burton Morgan has felt the call to record, keep and catalogue life in all its strange wonder. And then, when she became a mother, the importance of all that collecting snapped into focus. In an effort to patchwork together an anthology of traditions, curiosity, and magical thinking that she could pass down, Burton realized she was crafting a grimoire. Like the grimoires...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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1 available in Audiobook Display, Call number: MP3CD 921 MORGAN, HILARIE BURTON MORChittister, Joan
Summary: Beloved nun and social activist Joan Chittister, who appeared on Oprah's Super Soul Sunday, offers a soul-stirring and inspiring guide that speaks to all who feel disillusioned and dissatisfied with the power-hungry institutions and systems of this world. Joan Chittister has been a passionate voice for women's rights for over 50 years. Called "one of the most well-known and trusted contemporary...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Convergent 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 248 CHIGurian, Michael.
Summary: "New York Times bestselling author Michael Gurian offers a groundbreaking plan for couples seeking to build a healthy relationship, work through past hurts, and create greater intimacy. Become separate from your partner yet also become closer--sounds counterintuitive, doesn't it? With twenty-five years of family and marital counseling practice, Michael Gurian shows that "intimate separateness"...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Atria Books 2015
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 158 GURGuthrie, Donna
Summary: "Can a young WIlliam Shakespeare capture the right words when inspiration strikes?"--publisher
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Publisher / Publication Date: Page Street Kids 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE GUTRuiz, Miguel
Summary: The ancient Toltecs believed that life as we perceive it is a dream. We each live in our own personal dream, and all of our dreams come together to make the Dream of the Planet. Problems arise when we forget that the dream is just a dream and fall victim to believing that we have no control over it. The Mastery of Self takes the Toltec philosophy of the Dream of the Planet and the personal...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hierophant Publishing 2016
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Summary: "These stirring meditations and poetic reflections comfort, inspire, and gently bring readers out of the harried, hectic day-to-day and back to the bedrock of peace, and even joy, of our true, essential, and authentic selves. The Calm Center is a guide to spiritual awakening, touching into some of the deepest and highest areas of human experience, and showing us the obstacles and landmarks...
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Publisher / Publication Date: New World Library 2015
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Summary: "The Five Elements brings the wisdom of an ancient healing system to the modern reader. Many people today are interested in knowing themselves better, as evidenced by the popularity of personality tests online and in magazines. They want to know the reason behind their responses to situations. In this book, Dondi Dahlin shows us that we are all born with individual rhythms that go beyond the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: TarcherPerigee 2016
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Summary: "Poetry and science, as Popova writes in her introduction, "are instruments for knowing the world more intimately and loving it more deeply." In 15 short essays on subjects ranging from the mystery of dark matter and the infinity of pi to the resilience of trees and the intelligence of octopuses, Popova tells the stories of scientific searching and discovery. Each essay is paired with a poem...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Storey Publishing 2024
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Summary: "As a boy growing up in South Texas, Simran Jeet Singh and his brothers confronted racism daily. Instead of giving in to negativity, he delved into the Sikh teachings he grew up with and embraced the lessons to seek the good in every person and situation and to find positive ways to direct his energy. Part memoir, part spiritual journey, The Light We Give offers an approach to a happier, more...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Riverhead Books 2022