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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1 available in Large Print, Call number: LP 808.3 GROHopkinson, Deborah
Summary: A child struggles to write a story until he finds inspiration outside his window.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Neal Porter Books/Holiday House 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE HOPRivera-Ashford, Roni Capin.
Summary: Miguel's school project is to make a list of eight different animals and create alebrijes, papier-mâché sculptures, inspired by those animals.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House 2017
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Summary: "A girl and her dog are back in this follow-up to the bestselling The Most Magnificent Thing. Usually, the girl is an idea machine -- sometimes her brain is so full of ideas that her hands can't keep up. But today feels different. She seems to have everything she needs to get to work ... but she doesn't know what to make! She searches high and low for an idea. She and her dog go for a walk,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kids Can Press 2022
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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 QUEChittister, 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 CHICameron, Julia.
Summary: Outlines a twelve-week program for overcoming a creative block or otherwise working through dry periods in an artist's life, in a guide that covers such topics as staying focused, starting new projects, and finding inspiration.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penguin 2006
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Summary: The author uses the story of her four-month-old child's serious illness to show how, much like a hang glider, a person must go through turbulence before getting the lift needed for a positive life experience.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Voice/Hyperion 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 170.44 CORDavis, Michelle
Summary: On August 9, 2014, tragedy struck the annual Gratiot County Fair. In the blink of an eye, a fifteen-hundred-pound bull named Vegas stomped seventeen-year-old Nathan Davis to near death. Initially, no one understood the extent of Nathan's injuries as he walked with assistance out of the arena. The situation, however, grew bleak when Nathan's health quickly took a turn for the worse and he found...
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Publisher / Publication Date: BookBound Media 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Belief Christ DavisLondon, Peter.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Shambhala 2003
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 700 LondonWinfrey, Oprah
Summary: Oprah shares what she sees as a guide for activating your deepest vision of yourself and creating a life of success and significance.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Flatiron Books 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 128 WINSummary: A collection of uplifting and touching stories about the truly important aspects of life : loving, learning, parenting, obstacles and living our dreams.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Health Communications 1993
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2016