This new study examines the role of the passions in the rise of the English novel. Geoffrey Sill examines medical, religious, and literary efforts to anatomize the passions, paying particular attention to the works of Dr Alexander Monro of Edinburgh, Reverend John Lewis of Margate, and Daniel Defoe, novelist and natural historian of the passions. He shows that the figure of the 'physician of the mind' figures prominently not only in Defoe's novels, but also in those of Fielding, Richardson, Smollett, Burney, and Edgeworth.

Victoria Wieck details her journey starting a business from scratch and building it into a multi-million dollar success story. She offers practical, actionable, and accessible advice for starting your business, building it, avoiding the pitfalls, and making it successful.

Life Coaching for Writers is a self-help and personal development guide for every writer that will help you to unleash your creative potential. Whether you are a fiction or non-fiction writer, it's not always easy to be creative - life conspires to throw up obstacles, fears and external influences that get in the way of our writing lives. It is aimed at writers who know that they want to write but are struggling to realize their full potential. It is specifically aimed at more experienced writers who have had some successes and want to move from the life of an amateur scribbler to a professional writer. ,

The Beautiful Blonde Library Angel is about my spiritual journey to being reborn. This spiritual journey started with the discovery of The Beautiful Blonde Library Angel. The Beautiful Blonde Library Angel was to be my guiding light out of my fall into my pit of darkness. My fall into my pit of darkness was due to the return of my migraines that were to lead me to losing out on my future as a truck driver. My losing out on my future as a truck driver meant my returning to work, and returning to work meant a return to dealing with humanity and my social anxiety. My fall into my pit of darkness was about my seeing no hope for a brighter future. Then I started my spiritual journey of rebirth. This spiritual journey of being reborn is about how The Beautiful Blonde Library Angel led to my passion for writing.

A hands-on manual for discovering what makes you tick and going after your dreams Finding Your Passion For Dummies offers you guidance and practical advice on how to identify and pursue your passion. With exercises to help you understand your values, interests, and natural talents, you can identify what you are passionate about—at any age. This self-discovery process will help you find more happiness, and a sense of purpose and direction in life. When you find your passion, you’ll be able to pursue it in a way that aligns with your values and interests. This book provides the motivation, the inspiration, and the how-to. In the friendly Dummies style you know and love, you’ll get guidance on setting goals, exploring your interests, pursuing education, and overcoming any obstacles that stand between you and what you really want out of life. Identify your natural skills and talents Discover hobbies and activities that excite you Learn how to overcome obstacles as you change your life Embrace your authentic self and gain the courage to live fully This book is for anyone looking to discover a life path that will lead to true fulfillment. Finding Your Passion For Dummies is great for recent graduates, mid-career professionals looking for a change, and for anyone looking to find more meaning in life.

Each year thousands of Americans pay personal coaches up to $200.00 an hour for advice on how to make career and personal changes in their lives. Coaches guided their clients through transformation steps including individual assessment and goal setting. Millions more could benefit from the services of a personal coach but cannot afford their hefty fees. The Portable Coach: A Do-It-Yourself Approach to Personal Coaching fills this void and contains realistic advice on how readers can bring lasting changes to their lives. Instead of providing easy answers, The Portable Coach encourages readers to ask tough questions and look within themselves for answers. This book is a must read for anyone who desires to transform their life. Lorraine lives in the Chicago area with her husband and two kids. She?