Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

New Jersey

"A majority is that quality that distinguishes a crime from a law."  --Ambrose Bierce

 

"Poets have been mysteriously silent on the subject of cheese."  --G. K. Chesterton

 

"I've done for golf what Truman Capote did for Sumo wrestling."  --Bob Hope

 
All subjects are covered--from music and films, to politics and religion; from sport and food to literature and the theater. Des MacHale casts his net wide and attracts a wide variety of sources. Comedians from past and present are represented, as well as a host of other classic favorites.

Wit Wit Wit

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New York

Paradoxical Wit and Wisdom from History's Greatest Wordsmiths

ox-y-mor-on-i-ca (OK-se-mor-ON-uh-ca) noun, plural: Any variety of tantalizing, self-contradictory statements or observations that on the surface appear false or illogical, but at a deeper level are true, often profoundly true. See also oxymoron, paradox.

examples:

"Melancholy is the pleasure of being sad."

Victor Hugo

"To lead the people, walk behind them."

Lao-tzu

"You'd be surprised how much it coststo look this cheap."

Dolly Parton

You won't find the word "oxymoronica" in any dictionary (at least not yet) because Dr. Mardy Grothe introduces it to readers in this delightful collection of 1,400 of the most provocative quotations of all time. From ancient thinkers like Confucius, Aristotle, and Saint Augustine to great writers like Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde, and G. B. Shaw to modern social observers like Woody Allen and Lily Tomlin, Oxymoronica celebrates the power and beauty of paradoxical thinking. All areas of human activity are explored, including love, sex and romance, politics, the arts, the literary life, and, of course, marriage and family life. The wise and witty observations in this book are as highly entertaining as they are intellectually nourishing and are sure to grab the attention of language lovers everywhere.

Oxymoronica

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William Nickerson

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Oregon

How to Make a Fortune Today, Starting From Scratch

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Robert Fulghum

First Edition 
THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
I once began a list of the contradictory notions I hold:
Look before you leap.
He who hesitates is lost.
Two heads are better than one.
If you want something done right, do it yourself.
Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
Better safe than sorry.
Out of sight, out of mind.
Absence makes the heart grow fonder.
You can't tell a book by its cover.
Clothes make the man.
Many hands make light work.
Too many cooks spoil the broth.
You can't teach an old dog new tricks.
It's never too late to learn.
Never sweat the small stuff.
God is in the details.
And so on. The list goes on forever. Once I got so caught up in this kind of thinking that I wore two buttons on my smock when I was teaching art. One said, "Trust me, I'm a teacher." The other replied, "Question Authority."

Maryland

Second Thoughts from a Secret Life

Down-to-earth, personal, and often humorous accounts of the factors and events that led 64 modern philosophers to love philosophy.

Maybe (Maybe Not)

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William R. White

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Delaware

A Treasury for Christian Storytellers

"Where can I find good, enjoyable stories that deal with Christian values?" "What can I use to communicate the gospel in story language?" Well-known storyteller William White here retells sixty fascinating stories and folktales, ideal for use in Christian preaching and teaching, at home, and at camps and retreats. The stories help communicate the gospel message by presenting issues of love and compassion, sin and grace, wisdom and foolishness, friendship and fidelity.

Stories for Telling

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Elaine St. James

Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

Missouri

A trio of popular inspirational self-help guides--Simplify Your Life, Inner Simplicity, and Living the Simple Life--explains how to rid one's life of unnecessary clutter and offers practical advice on how to slow down and rediscover the things that truly matter.

The Simplicity Reader

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California

Important Things to Remember

The World According to Mister Rogers

Anna Quindlen

One of those books that will resonate with you.

A few times in your life, someone will tell you something so right, so deeply true that it changes you forever. That is what Anna Quindlen, author of the timeless bestseller A Short Guide to a Happy Life, does here.

In Being Perfect, she shares wisdom that, perhaps without knowing it, you have longed to hear: about “the perfection trap,” the price you pay when you become ensnared in it, and the key to setting yourself free. Quindlen believes that when your success looks good to the world but doesn’t feel good in your heart, it isn’t success at all.

She asks you to set aside your friends’ advice, what your family and co-workers demand, and what society expects, and look at the choices you make every day. When you ask yourself why you are making them, Quindlen encourages you to give this answer: For me. “Because they are what I want, or wish for. Because they reflect who and what I am. . . . That way lies dancing to the melodies spun out by your own heart.”

At the core of this beautiful book lies the secret of authentic success, the inspiration to embrace your own uniqueness and live the life that is undeniably your own, rich in fulfillment and meaning.

Being Perfect

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Everyday wisdom 365 Ways to a Better You

Annie Pigeon

Utah

Wit and Wisdom for Mothers

Two volumes in one! All moms can use a little bit of advice and a lot of inspiration. Here are both in a creative book of wise and witty tips to help mothers raise happy children. For mothers of all ages. • Yes, it's important that they wear what their friends wear. • Keep the cookie jar full. • Tuck them in. • TV shows prohibited at home will be watched at the neighbors. • Make their Halloween costumes. • Paranoia is part of a mother's job description. • "Because I'm your mother" is a perfectly good reason. • Send them back to the dorm with a pan of your homemade lasagna.

The Complete Mom's Little Instruction Book

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Molly C. Detweiler

Inspirational Thoughts on Love and Friendship

These ebooks are brimming with inspirational poetry, prose, and Scripture about love and friendship with photos of the Love Bears.

Heart to Heart

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Lucy Cooke

Smoke-free pet-friendly home NO returns 😍🌈 books probably have owner labels inside (not always in pix). Message me for bundle deals!!!

Slow down and Smell the Hibiscus

WHY ARE SLOTHS ALWAYS SMILING?



Perhaps it's because they've mastered the art of taking it slow in a world whose frenzied pace is driving the rest of us crazy. Here, in a mindfulness book like no other, heart-tuggingly cute photographs of these always-chill creatures are paired with words of wisdom, all to inspire us to slow down, stop to enjoy the little things, and come up relaxed, centered, and smiling.

 

Life in the Sloth Lane

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H. Jackson Brown

Texas

Leather bound gift edition of an illustrated collection of insights, quotations and observations jotted down by the author's father on scraps of paper and discovered after his death.

A Father's Book of Wisdom

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Brenna Yovanoff

A transcendent novel about a demon girl's search for love, from the New York Times bestselling author of The Replacement

Everything burns in Pandemonium, a city in Hell made of chrome and steel, where there is no future and life is an expanse of frozen time. That's where Daphne--the daughter of Lilith and Lucifer--waits, wondering what lies in store for her. Will she become a soulless demon like her sisters? Or follow in the footsteps of her brother Obie, whose life is devoted to saving lost souls on Earth? But when Obie saves a troubled boy named Truman from the brink of death and then goes missing, Daphne is catapulted on a mission to Earth, with Truman as her guide. As Daphne and Truman search for Obie, they discover what it means to love and be human in a world where human is the hardest thing to be.

The Space Between  

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Little Pieces of Advice (That Go a Long Way)

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!


In this "sage, valuable volume" (Publishers Weekly), First Lady Barbara Bush shares the best of her adviceto family, staff, and close friends.

First Lady Barbara Bush was famous for handing out advice. From friends and family to heads of state and Supreme Court justices, and certainly to her staff, her advice ranged from what to wear, what to say or not say, and how to live your life.

She especially loved visiting with students of all ages, from kindergartners to college graduates. When she turned 80, she owned up to all her advice-giving and explained it this way: After all, in 80 years of living, I have survived 6 children, 17 grandchildren, 6 wars, a book by Kitty Kelly, two presidents, two governors, big Election Day wins and big Election Day losses, and 61 years of marriage to a husband who keeps jumping out of perfectly good airplanes. So, it's just possible that along the way I've learned a thing or two.

At the end of the day, she taught all of us some valuable lessons. As First Lady, she made a point of cuddling a baby with AIDS and hugging a young man who was HIV positive and whose family had rejected him, showing us by example the importance of compassion and the myth of fear. As a mother, she made sure we all knew that your children must come first, and one of the most important things you can do is to read to them. As a friend and mentor, she showed that you had to be true to yourself, and even at the end of her life, she taught us how to die with grace.


Full of Barbara Bush's trademark wit and thoughtfulness, Pearls of Wisdom is a poignant reflection on life, love, family, and the world by one of America's most iconic -- and beloved -- public figures.

Pearls of Wisdom

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Katie Smith Milway

How One Small Loan Made a Big Difference

Kojo uses a micro loan to buy a chicken, so he can sell the eggs to make money. Kojo soon earns enough to go back to school. He grows up to own his own farm, employing many people in his village, and contributing to Ghana's development. This story illustrates how a small loan can have a huge impact.

One Hen

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How Suffering Begins the Journey to Wisdom

Most people understand that suffering and sorrow--whether illness, the death of a loved one, or the loss of a job--are inevitable parts of every life. They are truly universal experiences, and yet few of us comprehend the ways in which suffering can give rise to growth. In this thoughtful, compassionate book, Kathleen Brehony reveals the transformative power of suffering and shows how to turn grief into an emotionally and psychologically strengthening experience.

In relating the stories of people who have endured trials and consequently found deeper spiritual and psychological meaning in their lives,After the Darkest Hour illustrates the universal nature of suffering and the opportunity it creates for connecting with others. Drawing on a rich selection of mythological and religious stories from many faiths, Brehony provides a historical and cultural context that enriches the meaning of those deeply personal tales and explores the qualities-psychological, behavioral and spiritual-of those who have turned periods of pain and suffering into opportunities for growth and renewal.

After the Darkest Hour offers practical advice, strategies, and exercises that will help approach the difficult situations you face in a more conscious, enlightened way, as well as specific suggestions for creating personal healing rituals. With Kathleen Brehony showing the way, you can find the blessing and challenges in suffering, and meet even the darkest moments of your life with courage and wisdom.

After the Darkest Hour

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Benjamin Shield

Marianne Williamson

Richard Carlson

Eclectic collection of inspirational essays and spiritual guidance by various authors.

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America's most celebrated spiritual writers offer inspiring words on the state of the soul today. This collection of more than thirty original essays addresses both the importance of caring for and nourishing the soul and the ways in which these individuals tend to their own souls on a day-to-day basis.

Handbook for the Soul

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Arranged alphabetically by topic, from Adam to Youth, and culled from his novels, speeches, letters, and conversations, this anthology of quotes is timeless and represents the very essence of Mark Twain -- hilarious, cranky, and insightful.

The Wit and Wisdom of Mark Twain

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Abraham Lincoln

Florida

A Book of Quotations

From the most eloquent of American presidents — nearly 400 astute observations on subjects ranging from women and warfare to slavery and storytelling.

The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln

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Nevada

Honor Books Publishing Staff

Inside cover page is glued to cover had name inscription on inside. 

This special gift edition of the overwhelming, bestselling original is designed and written to be fun to read and thought-provoking--a book that will challenge you, and the ones you love, to reach for the best and fulfill your potential.

God's Little Instruction Book

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Connecticut

Common Sense and Uncommon Genius from 101 Country Music Greats

Some of country music's wisest men and women share a message of faith, hope, humor and optimism.

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