AUM—Omnipotent Force Propelling Souls toward Spirit We have all heard of the sacred word AUM, and heard it chanted as a mantra by meditators. But what is AUM, and what does it signify? Author Joseph Cornell, of Sharing Nature and Flow Learning, in AUM: The Melody of Love takes readers on a journey into the deeper teachings of AUM and the blissful realizations that await those who access this expansive sound vibration. Seek the sound that never ceases. The winds of God's grace constantly flow into this world through Holy AUM. The Sacred Sound has many names, and mystics of all religions revere it. Just as light is intrinsic to a lighted lamp, the sound of AUM is integral to the presence of Spirit. God's nature is bliss, and to share His joy, He created the universe through Cosmic Vibration. The sound of the Cosmic Vibration is AUM, and listening to it brings the greatest bliss imaginable. It's the sacred, inner fire. As you approach the cosmic blaze, you feel at first its radiant, soothing comfort; then, as you come closer—AUM's liberating flames consume you—and bring you to God.

This story is about a couple of high school crushes that got together later in life to find true love. He was a contractor who recently moved to Parkersburg, West Virginia, where he found his high school crush in a grocery store, and it just so happened the house he bought was fifteen minutes from where she lived. She worked at the local hardware store and was a widow. This is the story of how they finally end up together.

In "The Melody of Love," the intoxicating dance of music and emotions comes alive in a story that weaves together the threads of enchanting melodies, tender romance, and the strength of the human spirit. The novel introduces us to Leonel, a gifted musician whose soulful tunes have been stifled by a suffocating creative block. In a world where passion and creativity entwine, his chance encounter with a mesmerizing street performer named Reese sets the stage for a transformative journey. Reese, possessed of an ethereal voice that leaves all listeners spellbound, captures Leonel's heart and soul with her haunting songs. As they become entangled in each other's lives, they discover not only a shared love for music but also a shared burden of past traumas that could jeopardize the harmony of their love forever. Their artistic collaboration becomes a mirror for their inner struggles, translating their pain, love, and healing into melodies that touch the souls of those who hear them. As their compositions gain widespread acclaim, the challenges of fame and the pressures of the music industry test the authenticity of their art and the resilience of their bond. In the glimmering haze of stardom, Leonel faces the allure of the music industry's temptations, igniting a rift in both their relationship and their creative partnership. With the dark underbelly of fame threatening to engulf them, they reach a precipice that could shatter the once-unbreakable melody they shared. Yet, at its core, "The Melody of Love" is a testament to the power of love and the unwavering spirit of those who refuse to be silenced by their past. Leonel's journey to redemption, fueled by Reese's steadfast support, unveils the potential of art to heal and transform. The novel delves into the resilience of the human spirit, inviting readers to bear witness to a tale of love's transcendence through life's trials and triumphs. As you join Leonel and Reese on their odyssey of rediscovering the essence of their music and the unbreakable connection they share, "The Melody of Love" will resonate with your heart and soul. Through its pages, you'll be invited to listen closely to the symphony of life's highs and lows, where the resounding music of love echoes eternally.

Perfect for fans of Becky Albertalli and Nina LaCour, this romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Robin Talley has something for everyone: backstage rendezvous, deadly props, and a seemingly insurmountable obstacle to True Love. Melody McIntyre, stage manager extraordinaire, has a plan for everything. What she doesn’t have? Success with love. Every time she falls for someone during a school performance, both the romance and the show end in catastrophe. So, Mel swears off any entanglements until their upcoming production of Les Mis is over. Of course, Mel didn’t count on Odile Rose, rising star in the acting world, auditioning for the spring performance. And she definitely didn’t expect Odile to be sweet and funny, and care as much about the play’s success as Mel. Which means that Melody McIntyre’s only plan now is trying desperately not to fall in love.

The timeless, magical story of one woman's return to life and love when she thought she had lost it all.

Readers have called her work “life changing,” “pandemic medicine,” and “part of my daily ritual.” Oprah Magazine and the Today Show have featured her work for its timely, uplifting wisdom. Now, Self Love Philosopher Melody Godfred shares her first poetry book, Self Love Poetry: For Thinkers & Feelers, a collection of 200 thought-provoking and heart-opening self love poems. In Self Love Poetry, Godfred explores concepts like authenticity, surrender, resilience, gratitude, believing in yourself, and of course, love, through 100 pairs of poems, each dedicated to a central theme. On the left side of the book are "thinker" poems that light up the analytical, more literal, left side of the brain, and on the right side are companion "feeler" poems that speak to the creative, more emotional right side of the brain. Combined, the poems electrify the mind, body and soul through a completely unique poetry experience that inspires each of us to embrace all parts of ourselves. This empowering poetry book will not only engage you to think and feel, but will make you feel seen, show you how to love yourself, and encourage you to seek out the hope and beauty in the world … and in yourself. It’s the perfect gift for yourself or someone you love, especially after a most difficult year.

In the spirit of Gretchen Rubin’s megaseller The Happiness Project and Eric Weiner’s The Geography of Bliss, a journalist embarks on a project to discover what it takes to love where you live The average restless American will move 11.7 times in a lifetime. For Melody Warnick, it was move #6, from Austin, Texas, to Blacksburg, Virginia, that threatened to unhinge her. In the lonely aftermath of unpacking, she wondered: Aren’t we supposed to put down roots at some point? How does the place we live become the place we want to stay? This time, she had an epiphany. Rather than hold her breath and hope this new town would be her family’s perfect fit, she would figure out how to fall in love with it—no matter what. How we come to feel at home in our towns and cities is what Warnick sets out to discover in This Is Where You Belong. She dives into the body of research around place attachment—the deep sense of connection that binds some of us to our cities and increases our physical and emotional well-being—then travels to towns across America to see it in action. Inspired by a growing movement of placemaking, she examines what its practitioners are doing to create likeable locales. She also speaks with frequent movers and loyal stayers around the country to learn what draws highly mobile Americans to a new city, and what makes us stay. The best ideas she imports to her adopted hometown of Blacksburg for a series of Love Where You Live experiments designed to make her feel more locally connected. Dining with her neighbors. Shopping Small Business Saturday. Marching in the town Christmas parade. Can these efforts make a halfhearted resident happier? Will Blacksburg be the place she finally stays? What Warnick learns will inspire you to embrace your own community—and perhaps discover that the place where you live right now . . . is home.