NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Anna Quindlen, hailed by the New York Times as “America’s resident sane person,” offers a collection of “engaging, fresh, [and] funny” (Chicago Tribune) essays about growing up, becoming a parent, spirituality, and more. “The lightning bugs are back. They are small right now, babies really, flying low to the ground as the lawn dissolves from green to black in the dusk. There are constellations of them outside the window; on, off, on, off. At first the little boy cannot see them; then, suddenly, he does. ‘Mommy, it’s magic,’ he say. “This is why I had children; because of the lightning bugs.” The voice is Anna Quindlen’s. But we know the hopes, dreams, fears, and wonder expressed in all her nonfiction, for most of us share them. Quindlen first vaulted to national attention with her “Life in the 30s” columns for The New York Times, and this wonderful collection of her early work shows why this Pulitzer Prize–winning author remains in the spotlight.

A journal and workbook dedicated to holding a space for honest reflection, building self awareness and exploring passions, ideas and interests. Explore activities across four topics: 1. Self, 2. Relationships, 3. Career, 4. Passions.

This dynamic manual, written by two experts in the fields of creativity and business, is packed with illuminating anecdotes, take-charge advice, and fun-to-do exercises that show readers how to liberate their creative genie and increase joy in their lives.

Living Life Out Loud is JacQuails long-awaited third volume of poetry! When life hits, her pen goes to the pad, turning her lifes stories and testimonies into poetry. Living Life Out Loud is a revelation of its title. JacQuail talks about her life as a new wife and mother and all the happiness and hard times that she has encountered through the years. She doesnt hold anything back! Speaking from five emotional elements that we all facelove, pain, forgiveness, deliverance, and happinessJacQuail shares her stories in metaphorical wordplay. These poems were intended to make your thoughts dance, your conscious rise, and your choices change for the betterment of your life and those you invite into your love space. She infuses personal testimonies, poetry, and a little bit of self-reflection for the reader in this book. Her goal is to share her story to encourage others to do the same with self-reflection, correction, and victory! Victory is when you find the happiness that lies within yourself! It is definitely a book that will keep you enticed and your eyes glued to the pages. If you want to see how JacQuail has developed as a woman and writer, you must read this book! The poetry is on another level, and so is she!

The noted actress recounts her early shyness and anxieties, her years as a contract actress at Universal, her break with the studio system, her subsequent career in film, the theater, and television, and her personal life.

“A powerful story that reminds us that we serve a powerful God. I commend Dave’s … inspirational message.” -Rick Warren - Author of The Purpose Driven Life “Dave Bell chronicled an amazing journey of faith, suffering AND persistence in his inspiring book, Mud In The Eye. Life Out Loud is a product of that journey. I’m amazed at Dave’s ability to craft a plan that will be a blessing to thousands.” -Bishop Joseph L. Garlington, SR - Senior Pastor of Covenant Church of Pittsburgh Life. A journey? A rollercoaster? A box of chocolates? Life can be frantic, fleeting and full of challenges. It can also be a wonderful discovery, packed with adventure. Whatever your experience, there’s no doubt that it doesn’t come equipped with a step-by-step manual or an instant answer to each daily question. That’s where this book comes in. Having faced some of life’s most daunting issues at an early age, Dave Bell reflects on his path so far and shares some practical insights that will help you plot your own course as you navigate your own unchartered territory. Focusing on the simple truth of God’s Word, this real, honest life-story invites us to take a deep breath, look ahead and begin to live every day to the full.

Guides readers through the process of self-acceptance, leading to a greater feeling of purpose and self-worth.