I definitely could use more humility in my day to day interactions. This book gave a personal and universal way to think of humility and ways to put it into practice. It also helped me understand the divisiveness we are currently experiencing.
Daryl Van Tongeren is a leading researcher on the science of humility. In Humble, he gives this unassuming trait a much-needed rebrand, explaining why the humble enjoy a more secure sense of self, handle challenges better, and, indeed, are often the people we like the most.
That's not to say Van Tongeren has mastered humility. (When he asked his wife to rate him on a scale from 1 to 10, she gave him a 4.) But in a world where narcissism is on the rise-where the shameless dominate social media and getting noticed is considered key to getting ahead-it's not…
From Sunday Times bestselling author Freida McFadden comes a dark and twisting psychological thriller about a mother who suspects her son of committing a terrible crime... But how far will she go to protect her family?
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All families have secrets. But some secrets are deadly.
Erika Cass has a perfect family and a perfect life. Until, one quiet evening, two detectives show up at her front door.
"Mrs. Cass, we were hoping your son could answer a few questions about the girl who disappeared last night..."
A high school girl has vanished from their quiet neighbourhood, and the police…
This graphic novel brings perspective and humor to a subject rarely mentioned: situational mutism. Young and old can benefit from Mira’s story to promote inclusivity and acceptance.
From Eisner Award-winning author Aron Nels Steinke comes a heartfelt and funny middle-grade graphic novel about friendship, anxiety, and expressing yourself.
Middle school was supposed to be a fresh start for Mira, who struggles to speak in class even though she can speak at home without a problem. Her former best friend, Chloe, has become her worst enemy, and Mira's only solace is making videos for her secret stop-motion animation channel. But when Chloe's mom has to travel for a family emergency, Mira is horrified to learn that her family has volunteered to let Chloe stay with them. When it…
