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Escape from the Deep: A Legendary Submarine and Her Courageous Crew7 reviews
Alex Kershaw

Da Capo Press, 2008

Kershaw strikes again! True heroic human story.
There is an old adage that states: 'if it ain't broken, don't fix it'. Sage advice for author/historian Alex Kershaw who has again turned out another 'page-turner' with his recent DaCapo Press release, "Escape From the Deep: The Epic Story of a Legendary Submarine and Her Courageous Crew". While a great many artists struggle to find their muse Kershaw has certainly found his. One could even ... 		  
  







  
  
From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler302 reviews

Aladdin, 2007

movie?
Does anyone know what the title of the movie was that is based on this book? 		  
  







  
  
Messages From Spirit: The Extraordinary Power of Oracles, Omens, and Signs9 reviews
Colette Baron-Reid

Hay House, 2008

Colette Does It Again!
Psychic, Singer, Songwriter and Author! Colette is most definitely a talented individual in so many ways. I completely agree with the other reviewers...the cover grabs you and draws you right in. The colors are ethereal and the wings with the dove evocative of so many levels of spiritually and more. Since cave-people first glanced at clouds and grunted to each other that certain clouds meant ... 		  
  







  
  
Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus: The Classic Guide to Understanding the Opposite Sex388 reviews
John Gray

Harper Paperbacks, 2004

"A Classic"
This is among the best books that I have read on building loving male-female relationships. I gained valuable insights about men and women and this helped me to understand my moods and actions and those of my wife. I could clearly see myself being vividly described by the author. I can plainly make out where I need to change to become an understanding and caring husband without being as I always ... 		  
  







  
  
Dreams from My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance230 reviews
Barack Obama

Canongate Books, 2007

The Amazing Honest Journey of America's NEXT President
I found it interesting to read Barack's amazing book on the new amazon kindle. A new politics is what Obama preaches-a new e-reader is what I was consuming it on. All in all-a very modern experience. I was deeply moved by this story-an honest personal account of Obama's coming to grips with his very identity. Once you have read this it should be no surprise as to why Barack has become such a ... 		  
  







  
  
Profit from the Peak: The End of Oil and the Greatest Investment Event of the Century (Angel Series)7 reviews
Brian Hicks, Chris Nelder

Wiley, 2008

Read It Or Weep
Profit From The Peak is one of those rare works that not only decodes what is an esoteric and dense subject, but puts forth the information without bias, and without spin. Personally, I think this volume has within its covers information that can make the reader a fortune. And, Heaven forbid, if things really go off the deep end, it could literally be a life saver. I've been reading ... 		  
  







  
  
Dreams from My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance230 reviews
Barack Obama

Three Rivers Press, 2004

The Amazing Honest Journey of America's NEXT President
I found it interesting to read Barack's amazing book on the new amazon kindle. A new politics is what Obama preaches-a new e-reader is what I was consuming it on. All in all-a very modern experience. I was deeply moved by this story-an honest personal account of Obama's coming to grips with his very identity. Once you have read this it should be no surprise as to why Barack has become such a ... 		  
  







  
  
From Dead to Worse (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 8)104 reviews
Charlaine Harris

Ace Hardcover, 2008

TERRIFIC read!
In *MY* humble opinion at least, this is the best yet from author Charlaine Harris. While there was NOT a lot of the action that Mrs. Harris is famous for, I liked it principally for all of the loose ends that got tied up. Once that's done, the author is free to take the characters in entirely new directions that, while they are based on previous action/actions, are new, fresh and interesting. ... 		  
  







  
  
Delivered from Distraction: Getting the Most out of Life with Attention Deficit Disorder63 reviews
Edward M. Md Hallowell, John J. Md Ratey

Ballantine Books, 2005

help to the rescue
As a parent of an ADHD teenager I was looking for aditional help, this book did that, plus aloud me to realize that I have ADHD too, but not to worry it is normal to "have it". 		  
  







  
  
Gift from the Sea102 reviews
Anne Morrow Lindbergh

Pantheon, 1991

This book is truly a gift
I have never been a big fan of books on CD. This changed with Gift from the Sea with the forward by Reeve Lindbergh and beautifully read by Claudette Colbert. This is a beautifully written and recorded book. I keep it in my car and play it quite often. I have orderered additional copies to share with friends. It is indeed as relevant today as it was fifty years ago and probably even more ... 		  
  







  
  
Learning from the Heart: Lessons on Living, Loving, and Listening6 reviews
Daniel Gottlieb

Sterling, 2008

What Does it Mean to be Human?
Daniel Gottlieb is one of the most compassionate souls I have ever "met." A trained psychologist, Gottlieb was in an accident in 1979 when he was 33 years old and was rendered a quadriplegic. Shortly following his accident, he "began to wonder what it really meant to be human." What follows are stories and what he learns about himself, friends, family and patients. Gottlieb began to ... 		  
  







  
  
Birthing from Within: An Extra-Ordinary Guide to Childbirth Preparation119 reviews
CNM, MA, Pam England, PhD, Rob Horowitz

Partera Press, 1998

A book for every woman
This book covered a broad range of issues surrounding pregnancy, birth and the change to becoming a parent. This is my first pregnancy, so, for me, this book was a great jumping off point to figure out what my birthing ideals and fears are. I have a clearer picture of further reading I would like to accomplish as well as further questions for my health care practitioners and experienced mothers ... 		  
  







  
  
Where Did I Come From?: A Guide for Children and Parents, African-American Edition109 reviews
Peter Mayle, Sanders

Lyle Stuart, 2000

great for the birds and the bees talk
This totally helps out with covering all of the details with your child when it comes time to talking about SEX. Very helpful! 		  
  







  
  
A Long Way from Chicago: A Novel in Stories178 reviews
Richard Peck

Thorndike Press, 2001

Read A Long Way from Chicago Today!
I just read the book A Long Way from Chicago by Richard Peck. The book is the forerunner to A Year Down Yonder. This book is about a boy named Joey who, along with his sister, visit their grandmother every summer. This is a very interesting book because each chapter is telling a different story from a different summer. There are eight chapters and each one is from a different year. My ... 		  
  







  
  
Light from Heaven (The Mitford Years, Book 9)105 reviews
Jan Karon

Amazon Remainders Account, 2005

Reading Addict
The "Father Tim" series of books are totally delightful and you will be disappointed when you read the last one! I love these books! 		  
  







  
  
Outtakes from a Marriage: A Novel2 reviews
Ann Leary

Shaye Areheart Books, 2008

Not to be left on the cutting room floor!
In this second book by Ann Leary, she really comes into her own as a writer and observer of life and love in this media driven age. In "Out-takes from a Marriage," Ann shares with us the story of a modern day marriage, under the spot lights and daily reviews of her main character Julia's watchful eye. The insights, observations and dialogue are witty, entertaining, and poignant. The book reads ... 		  
  







  
  
Escape from Corporate America: A Practical Guide to Creating the Career of Your Dreams5 reviews
Pamela Skillings

Ballantine Books, 2008

Taking Charge, with the Able Assistance of Pamela Skillings
The bookshelves groan with the weight of self-help books, some invaluable, and some ordinary common sense made marketable by astute `guides'. Though this remarkably readable new book by Pamela Skillings is subtitled `A Practical Guide to Creating the Career of your Dreams', suggesting yet another of the self help series genre, what this carefully detailed, wise, and immensely user friendly book ... 		  
  







  
  
Freedom from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: A Personalized Recovery Program for Living with Uncertainty9 reviews
Jonathan Grayson

Berkley Trade, 2004

A Blessing!
This wonderful book has the ability to help anyone suffering from anxiety/OCD. Dr. Grayson does a tremendous job in making the case that OCD can be overcome, and he gives great, practical ideas on how to get your life back and be happy. I hope you choose this book because I believe it is so helpful - you won't regret it. 		  
  







  
  
The View from Saturday/Newbery Summer283 reviews
E.L. Konigsburg

Aladdin, 2003

Great Classroom Teaching Novel!
I have taught this in my classroom every year since 2000! I absolutely love it. I've used it in 6th grade and currently in 5th grade. The book easily lends itself to teaching about point of view and a host of other reading skills. Point of view is the skill I think the kids enjoy the most when using this book because each chapter is told from the perspective of a different character. The theme is ... 		  
  







  
  
Bright From the Start: The Simple, Science-Backed Way to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind fromBirth to ...24 reviews
Jill Stamm, Paula Spencer

Gotham, 2007

Great book for understanding your child's brain development
I had checked the book out from the library, read it, and enjoyed it. I later decided I wanted to have it on hand as a reference as my daughter grew, so I purchased it. It is full of information about brain development and how you can help your child grow. Do not mistake this for a "how to build a Superbaby" book. The key word in the title is "nurture". 		  
  







  




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