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231 Days: A MIRACULOUS TRUE STORY OF FAITH IN THE FACE OF TERROR

Some stories are hard to believe. Many of these same stories are deeply inspirational. They can encourage and bolster us in our Christian walks. They can remind us that God's omnipresent power knows no bounds, that through prayer and believing we can triumph in the harrowing battles of life. With this thought, the kidnapping of Christian missionary Herb Gregg, Jr., the daily threats to his well-being that followed, and his miraculous release from captivity represent a timeless-and timely-story of faith in action when chances for survival varied between slim and none. In the end, Herb triumphed. That is the unbelievable and inspirational story that follows.

Herb, James Kirby Martin, Linda Gregg (Author), Brad Arlen Warning (Narrator)

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Run!: My Story of LGBTQ+ Political Power, Equality, and Acceptance in Silicon Valley

Run! tells the story of how LGBTQ+ people in San Jose/Silicon Valley progressed from being political outcasts to becoming a force that gained political power, equality, and acceptance. Having lived and breathed queer activism for almost 40 years, Ken Yeager is uniquely positioned to tell the story of how this happened. The strategies he used and the lessons he learned will serve as a guide for activists organizing to counter the current uptick of anti-gay and anti-trans hostilities in their communities. Run! also serves as a primer for LGBTQ+ people thinking of running for office. As the first openly gay elected official in Santa Clara County who served 26 years in public office, Ken Yeager details his numerous campaigns and provides a checklist for how to achieve electoral victory. Winning by itself isn’t enough. It’s what you do while in office that matters. Known as one of the most effective local elected officials, read how Ken Yeager crafted landmark legislation to improve the quality of life of LGBTQ+ people and all residents of Santa Clara Valley. After reading his book, you’ll be inspired to take him up on his call to Run, Baby, Run! for office. Visit kenyeagerrun.com for more info.

Ken Yeager, Phd (Author), Dave Cavallaro, Dave Cavllaro (Narrator)

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Can I Speak to Josephine Please?

Theirs was an unlikely life together. Sheila gave birth to Josephine on 11th May 1993 and for twenty-three years they co-existed in a loving mother-daughter relationship, but one with a difference. Josephine suffered catastrophic brain injury at birth, never spoke to Sheila, rarely smiled and was barely able to see the faces of the people who loved her. Without a how-to guide, people around Josephine strove to make her life better through years of multiple medical procedures, tortuous therapies and uncomfortable equipment. But this isn't a misery memoir; it's the story of a person who touched the lives of so many people - a bright and beautiful young lady who could work the room despite her enormous limitations. She brought out the best in people. Expect to cry, expect to laugh, but don't expect to be indifferent to this story.

Sheila Brill (Author), Miriam Margolyes, Sheila Brill (Narrator)

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What I Need To Know Before I Die

'What I Need to Know Before I Die' by Mavis Beneby Walton is a heartfelt and reflective book that began as a personal letter to the author's daughters but evolved into a universal message for all sons and daughters. The book explores the challenges of expressing the attributes of God to young adults and emphasizes the power of written communication, aiming to provide answers to life's purpose and the reason for existence. In contrast to the incident of personal loss, including the author's experience of losing two brothers within a short span and the impact of the pandemic on friends and family, the book delves into the universal questions surrounding life, death, and the afterlife. It encourages readers to reflect on their life journeys, acknowledging moments of regret and the desire for second chances. With a focus on the importance of faith and a relationship with God, the book aims to resonate with readers, offering solace and guidance during times of loss and uncertainty. Mavis Beneby Walton hopes that the words within the book will not only reach hearts but also draw individuals closer to God while still on Earth, emphasizing the significance of completing one's earthly assignment before the journey to the afterlife.

Mavis Beneby Walton (Author), Kierstin Vinson (Narrator)

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[German] - Überlebenskampf: Eine Reise durch das Leben mit Handicap & 4x Krebs (Autobiografie)

'Überlebenskampf: Eine Reise durch das Leben mit Handicap & 4x Krebs' Die inspirierende Autobiografie von Martin aka Murmeltier Erlebe die bewegende Lebensgeschichte von Martin aka Murmeltier, einem außergewöhnlichen Überlebenden und Geschichtenerzähler. In 'Überlebenskampf' teilt er seine persönliche Reise durch Höhen und Tiefen, geprägt von Handicap und dem Überwinden von Krebs. Über das Buch: In dieser kraftvollen Autobiografie offenbart Martin seine tiefsten Ängste, größten Kämpfe und triumphierenden Siege. Tauche ein in seine Welt und entdecke, wie er den Krebs nicht nur einmal, sondern viermal besiegt hat. Sein Überlebenskampf ist nicht nur eine Geschichte des Widerstands, sondern auch eine Feier des Lebens und des unbändigen Willens. Warum dieses Buch? Ein Mutmacher für alle, die mit Herausforderungen konfrontiert sind. Inspiriert von Martins erstaunlichem Kampfgeist und unerschütterlichem Glauben. Eine ehrliche Erzählung über das Finden von Stärke in den dunkelsten Momenten. Begib dich auf eine Reise des Überlebens und der Hoffnung! Tauche ein in 'Überlebenskampf' und lass dich von Martins inspirierender Geschichte berühren.

Martin Cunow, Murmeltier (Author), Ludwig Waldmüller (Narrator)

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[German] - Liebe Enkel: oder Die Kunst der Zuversicht

»Die Welt mit ihren Herausforderungen wahrnehmen und trotzdem gern und engagiert in ihr leben: Das ist die große Kunst. Die Kunst der Zuversicht.« »Es gehört zum Wesen der Hoffnung, dass sie enttäuscht werden kann, sonst wäre sie ja Zuversicht«, schrieb Ernst Bloch. Aber wie bleiben oder werden wir zuversichtlich in diesen fragilen Zeiten? Mit Neugier und Herzglut macht Gabriele von Arnim sich auf die Suche. Denn sie ist überzeugt davon, dass wir Zuversicht brauchen, weil sonst Chaos und Stillstand zugleich herrschen würden. Die Kunst der Zuversicht, sagt sie, kann, nein muss man üben. Wie das gelingt, verrät Gabriele von Arnim ihren Enkeln und uns allen in diesem zuversichtlichen Buch.

Gabriele Von Arnim (Author), Gabriele Von Arnim (Narrator)

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[German] - Im Paradies der weissen Häubchen: Meine Kindheit im Spital

Alex Oberholzer verbrachte seine ersten zwölf Lebensjahre im Kinderspital. Affoltern am Albis bei Zürich, in einer hermetisch abgeschlossenen Welte und ohne Kontakt zu den Eltern. In knappen, berührenden Episoden erzählt der Autor vom Leben mit Behinderung, von Kusiosem und den prägenden Erlebnissen seiner ganz besonderen Kindheit und Jugend. 'Erinnere ich mich zurück, so tauche ich ein in ein gigantisches Wechselbad der Gefühle. Von Schmerz, Qual und Ungerechtigkeit über Gleichgültigkeit und Langeweile bis hin zu grenzenlosem Glück, Euphorie und Triumph. Alles, was andere Mädchen und Jungs erleben, erlebte ich genauso, aufgrund der speziellen Umstände einfach etwas extremer.'

Alex Oberholzer (Author), Alex Oberholzer (Narrator)

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Disability Intimacy: Essays on Love, Care, and Desire

The much-anticipated follow up to the groundbreaking anthology Disability Visibility: another revolutionary collection of first-person writing on the joys and challenges of the modern disability experience, and intimacy in all its myriad forms. What is intimacy? More than sex, more than romantic love, the pieces in this stunning and illuminating new anthology offer broader and more inclusive definitions of what it can mean to be intimate with another person. Explorations of caregiving, community, access, and friendship offer us alternative ways of thinking about the connections we form with others-a vital reimagining in an era when forced physical distance is at times a necessary norm. But don't worry: there's still sex to consider-and the numerous ways sexual liberation intersects with disability justice. Plunge between these pages and you'll also find disabled sexual discovery, disabled love stories, and disabled joy. These twenty-five stunning original pieces-plus other modern classics on the subject, all carefully curated by acclaimed activist Alice Wong-include essays, photo essays, poetry, drama, and erotica: a full spectrum of the dreams, fantasies, and deeply personal realities of a wide range of beautiful bodies and minds. Disability Intimacy will free your thinking, invigorate your spirit, and delight your desires.

Alice Wong (Author), TBD (Narrator)

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Maurice and Maralyn: A Whale, a Shipwreck, a Love Story

Brought to you by Penguin. What begins as an eccentric English love story turns into one of the most dramatic adventures ever recorded... Maurice and Maralyn couldn't be more different. He is as cautious and awkward as she is charismatic and forceful. It seems an unlikely romance, but it works. Bored of 1970s suburban life, Maralyn has an idea: sell the house, build a boat, leave England - and its oil crisis, industrial strikes and inflation - forever. It is hard work, turning dreams into reality, but finally they set sail for New Zealand. Then, halfway there, their beloved boat is struck by a whale. It sinks within an hour, and the pair are cast adrift in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. On their tiny raft, over the course of days, then months, their love is put to the test. When Maurice begins to withdraw into himself, it falls upon Maralyn to keep them both alive. Their pet turtle helps, as does devising menus for fantasy dinners and dreaming of their next voyage. Filled with danger, spirit and tenderness, this is a book about human connection and the human condition; about how we survive - not just at sea, but in life. Somewhere, deep within, unspoken, we must know, we do know, that we'll all have our time adrift. For what else is a marriage, really, if not being stuck on a small raft with someone and trying to survive ©2024 Sophie Elmhirst (P)2024 Penguin Audio

Sophie Elmhirst (Author), Florence Howard, TBD (Narrator)

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The Pride of a Lion: What the Animal Kingdom Can Teach Us About Survival, Fear and Family

Full of grit and resilience, the story of K’wasi the lion cub is one of heartbreak and triumph. He was born to Asha at Zoo Miami in late 2013 and captured the heart of the nation as an incredibly cute lion cub. K’wasi was orphaned in March 2014 when his mother tragically died. K’wasi’s remarkable journey takes him from the untimely death of his mother to stardom at Lion Country Safari. K’wasi’s story is told by world-renowned wildlife photographer and Zoo Miami’s “Goodwill Ambassador” Ron Magill, who documented and photographed every stage of K’wasi’s remarkable roller-coaster life. While society has only recently accepted the incredible emotional intelligence of dogs, pigs, and chimpanzees, through K’wasi’s remarkable story, Ron Magill details how evolved the animal kingdom truly is—lions in particular. Funny, engaging, touching and thrilling, The Pride of a Lion teaches us about family, resilience, and the meaning of life. Join Ron and his half-a-century career as he helps us all understand the life lessons the animal kingdom has for us.

Greg Cote, Ron Magill (Author), Jeffrey Beam (Narrator)

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A Bookshop of One’s Own: How a group of women set out to change the world

The captivating true story of an underdog business – a feminist bookshop founded in Thatcher’s Britain – from a woman at the heart of the women’s liberation movement. What was it like to start a feminist bookshop, in an industry dominated by men? How could a lesbian thrive in Thatcher’s time, with the government legislating to restrict her rights? How do you run a business when your real aim is to change the world? Silver Moon was the dream of three women – a bookshop with the mission to promote the work of female writers and create a much-needed safe space for any woman. Founded in 1980s London against a backdrop of homophobia and misogyny, it was a testament to the power of community, growing into Europe’s biggest women’s bookshop and hosting a constellation of literary stars from Margaret Atwood and Maya Angelou to Angela Carter. While contending with day-to-day struggles common to other booksellers, plus the additional burdens of misogyny and the occasional hate crime, Jane Cholmeley and her booksellers created a thriving business. But they also played a crucial and relatively unsung part in one the biggest social movements of our time. A Bookshop of One’s Own is a fascinating slice of social history from the heart of the women’s liberation movement, from a true feminist and lesbian icon. Written with heart and humour, it reveals the struggle and joy that comes with starting an underdog business, while being a celebration of the power women have to change the narrative when they are the ones holding the pen.

Jane Cholmeley (Author), Jane Cholmeley (Narrator)

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Walks Like A Duck: How a Mom with ADHD Led Her Neurodiverse Family to Peace of Mind

When her son's teacher suggests the boy be tested for ADHD, Kim Livingston, uninformed and wary of the label, fights her. She fights the social worker, the doctor. 'We can call it whatever you like,' the doctor says. 'But if he walks like a duck and talks like a duck, they're all going to know he's a duck.' This English professor grew up spacey and overweight. Drowning in the unrealistic demands of motherhood, Livingston steals her son's ADHD medication and watches it transform her life-for good and bad. She grows weary of subjective diagnoses and chemical treatments from traditional psychology experts, and experiments with functional medicine-brain mapping and nutritional supplements-as a way to understand her brain's potential, bio-hacking her way to a healthy body and mind. Kim Livingston's story is for the overextended, out-of-shape parent embarrassed over their messy house, or worried whether to medicate their children; and for teachers who seek insight into the mind of that quiet back-row student. It includes frustration, denial, some bold decisions-moments many listeners will recognize in their own lives.

Kim R. Livingston (Author), Kim R. Livingston (Narrator)

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