Meditate on the Spiritual Significance of Marriage In the 20th Anniversary Edition of this Gold Medallion Awardwinner, Mike Mason goes on a poetic search to understand thewondrous dynamics of committed love. In highly readable,first-person style, Mason’s writing stimulates readers’ thoughtsand prayers and propels couples to deeper intimacy. “A marriage isnot a joining of two worlds,” says the author, “but an abandoningof two worlds in order that one new one might be formed.” Richchapters on “Otherness,” “Vows,” “Intimacy,” “Sex,” “Submission,”and an all-new chapter on “Oneness” lift readers to view theeternal, spiritual nature of this faith-filled, “impossible,”wild—yet wonderful—frontier. “The two shall become one flesh. This is a great mystery.” Ephesians 5:31–32 Beautifully written and filled with life-transforming insights,the 20th anniversary edition of Mike Mason’s unparalleled GoldMedallion winner explores the mystical a

“I like the surprise of the curtain going up, revealing what’sbehind it.” –John Schlesinger The British director John Schlesinger was one of the cinema’smost dynamic and influential artists. Now, in Conversations withJohn Schlesinger, acclaimed writer Ian Buruma, Schlesinger’snephew, reveals the director’s private world in a series ofin-depth interviews conducted in the later years of the director’slife. Here they discuss the impact of Schlesinger’s personal life on hisart. As his films so readily demonstrate, Schlesinger is awonderful storyteller, and he serves up fascinating and provocativerecollections of growing up in a Jewish family during World War II,his sexual coming-of-age as a gay man in conformist 1950s England,his emergence as an artist in the “Swinging 60s,” and theroller-coaster ride of his career as one of the most prominentHollywood directors of his time. Schlesinger also discusses his artistic philosophy and approach tofilmmaking, recounting stories from the sets of hi

Walking his two young children to school every morning, ThadCarhart passes an unassuming little storefront in his Parisneighborhood. Intrigued by its simple sign—Desforges Pianos—heenters, only to have his way barred by the shop’s imperious owner.Unable to stifle his curiosity, he finally lands the properintroduction, and a world previously hidden is brought into view.Luc, the atelier’s master, proves an indispensable guide to thehistory and art of the piano. Intertwined with the story of amusical friendship are reflections on how pianos work, theirglorious history, and stories of the people who care for them, fromamateur pianists to the craftsmen who make the mechanism sing. ThePiano Shop on the Left Bank is at once a beguiling portrait of aParis not found on any map and a tender account of the awakening ofa lost childhood passion.

“Tell anyone who asks that you’re half-black and half-white,just like David Hasselhoff from Knight Rider.”–Angela’smother “Love has no color,” insist Angela Nissel’s parents, but does ithave a clue? In this candid, funny, and poignant memoir, Angelarecounts growing up biracial in Philadelphia–moving back and forthbetween black inner-city schools and white prep schools–where herracial ambiguity and doomed attempts to blend in dog her teenyears. Once in college, Angela experiments with black activism(hoping to find clarity in extremism), capitalizes on her “exotic”look at a strip club, and ends up with a major case of the blues(aka, a racial identity problem). Yet Angela is never down for thecount. After moving to Los Angeles, she discovers that beingmultiracial is anything but simple, especially in terms of datingand romance. By turns a comedy of errors and a moving coming-of-age chronicle,Mixed traces one woman’s unforgettable journey to self-acceptanceand belonging.

Raising children ranks as one of life’s most rewardingadventures. Yet between Mom and Dad working full-time jobs, endlesscarpooling of overscheduled youngsters, and the never-endingpressures to buy and consume, family life can beincredibly—needlessly—complex. What if you could find a way tospend more time with your children, replace unnecessary activitieswith meaningful ones, and teach your children an invaluable lifelesson in the process? Living Simply with Children offers arealistic blueprint for zeroing in on the pleasures of familylife: ? How (and why) to live simply and find more time to be with yourchildren ? Activities and rituals that bring out the best in every familymember ? Realistic ways to reclaim your children from corporateAmerica ? Helping children of any age deal with peer pressure ? Raising kids who care about people and the planet ? How to focus on the “good stuff” . . . with less stuff Including sections on limiting television, env

Every aspect of pregnancy—from your ability to conceive toyour risk of a preterm delivery—is affected by your hormonalhealth. But if you’re like many women, you don’t know thecritically important role hormones play at every stage of yourpregnancy. In Dr. Robert Greene’s Perfect Hormone Balance forPregnancy , Dr. Greene, a world-renowned hormone expert,incorporates his years of research into a practical plan formaintaining excellent hormone health throughout yourpregnancy. Balanced hormones are essential to a healthy pregnancy for you andfor optimal brain development for your baby. Dr. Greene’sgroundbreaking Perfect Balance Pregnancy Program, which follows allthe guidelines recommended by the American College of Obstetriciansand Gynecologists, shows you how to overcome and avoid commonfactors that create hormonal imbalance—including overeating,insufficient sleep, chronic stress, and the chemicals found infood, water, and cosmetics. With this easy-to-follow plan formaintaining proper hormone ba

Former star correspondent for CNN, Siobhan Darrow coveredthe world’s hottest war zones over the last two decades, reportingfrom the front lines in Moscow, Chechnya, the Balkans, Albania,Israel, and Northern Ireland. Her fearless pursuit of storiesplaced her in countless life-threatening situations, promptingDarrow to wonder what about her character so attracted her toadrenaline, and so alienated her from the family life a part of herlonged for. Darrow approaches this question with the samehonesty–and seat-of-the-pants courage–that established herreputation as a premiere reporter, and the answers she arrives atform this riveting memoir of a woman assigned to cover history inthe making, even as she chases down the most elusive “get” of all:her own happiness.

Ludwig van Beethoven lay dying in 1827, a young musician namedFerdinand Hiller came to pay his respects to the great composer. Inthose days, it was customary to snip a lock of hair as a keepsake,and this Hiller did a day after Beethoven's death. By the time hewas buried, Beethoven's head had been nearly shorn by the manypeople who similarly had wanted a lasting memento of the great man.Such was his powerful effect on all those who had heard hismusic. For a century, the lock of hair was a treasured Hiller familyrelic, and perhaps was destined to end up sequestered in a bankvault, until it somehow found its way to the town of Gilleleje, inNazi-occupied Denmark, during the darkest days of the Second WorldWar. There, it was given to a local doctor, Kay Fremming, who wasdeeply involved in the effort to help save hundreds of hunted andfrightened Jews. Who gave him the hair, and why? And what was thefate of those refugees, holed up in the attic of Gilleleje'schurch? After Fremming's death, his d

In a culture thatrarely sees pregnancy as a journey to self-discovery, Body,Soul, and Baby offers a fresh perspective on thistransformative life experience by showing women how to tune in tothe cues offered by their bodies and souls—as well as by the babiesgrowing within them—for a healthier pregnancy, a more fulfillingbirth experience, and a deeper bond with their baby. Drawing on the best of both complementary and conventional Westernmedicine, Dr. Gaudet has written a groundbreaking guide that showsyou how to become an active participant in your pregnancy. Byworking with the natural processes of pregnancy, you can discoverhow to: ? Pick up important signals from within about what you need, whatyour body needs, and what is right for both you and your baby ? Tune in to cues that can alert you to early signs ofproblems ? Use the mind-body connection to reduce stress, explore thisremarkable life change, and bond with your baby ? Nurture your whole self, including your evolving sexual andsensual needs ? M

No more counting carbs, calories, or fat grams! Thisrevolutionary diet plan works with your hormones to curb yourappetite, boost your metabolism, and take the pounds off forgood! Cutting-edge research shows that losing weight is not aboutcarbs, calories, or even willpower—it’s about a hormone calledleptin, and how it functions in your body. Leptin is your body’snatural weight-loss mechanism: it curbs your appetite, jump-startsyour metabolism, and when working properly makes you literally fatresistant—you will lose weight effortlessly and efficiently andnever gain those pounds back. If you’re struggling to lose weight, chances are you are “leptinresistant”—your body no longer responds to leptin, making itimpossible for you to slim down. The Fat Resistance Diet is thefirst and only eating plan designed specifically to combat leptinresistance and reprogram your body to start melting away thepounds. Using a breakthrough combination of anti-inflammatory andhormone-balancing foods

Since March 2005, The Long-Distance Relationship Guide hastaught thousands of readers how to survive and thrive in theirlong-distance romances. Now Caroline Tiger has updated herrelationship bible with a new epilogue and vital information forfar-flung partners everywhere. Drawing on advice fromdistance-challenged couples the world over, Tiger offersindispensable tips on enduring the separation and keeping theromance alive. Topics include: Spotting (and avoiding) "serial" long-distance daters Negotiating travel arrangements A hall of fame of romantic long-distance gestures Complete with fun quizzes, checklists, and expert advice, thisnew edition of The Long-Distance Relationship Guide helps couplesmake the most of any far-reaching romance.

A clear and practical guide...I recommend it highly. --Christiane Northrup, M.D., author of Women's Bodies, Women'sWisdom "Dr. Murray is...a champion of natural medicine who has much toteach psychiatry about relieving mental suffering." --Harold H. Bloomfield, M.D., bestselling author of HealingAnxiety with Herbs and Hypericum (St. John's Wort) andDepression "Explains why 5-HTP, a natural substance, is as powerful atreatment as the latest wonder drugs--and yet is so much safer itdoesn't need a pre*ion! This is an important book that willbring blessed relief to many people." --Melvyn R. Werbach, M.D., author of Nutritional Influences onMental Illness; Assistant Clinical Professor, Department ofPsychiatry, University of California, Los Angeles "Again Dr. Murray is on target, this time teaching us thepertinent facts and the importance of serotonin and its precursor,5-HTP.... An important book for all who desire a healthier, longer,and more fruitful life." --James

A goodman is hard to find but with The Spotter's Guide to the MaleSpecies, your chances of recognizing one are greatly improved. It'sfull of valuable information about men and their appearances,habitats, mating styles, behavior patterns, and feeding habits.("Who in their right mind, other than a lazy man, peels a foil lidoff a plastic cup, pours boiling water inside, waits two minutesfor the dust to grow into lumps, and then eats it, and actuallyenjoys it?") Packaged in a slim, old-fashioned hardcoverwith more than 50 full-color photographs and written in a charmingBritish voice for an extra air of erudition The Spotter's Guidewill help you pinpoint a man's best and worst traits withinminutes. Boy-watching will never be the sameagain!

NATIONAL BESTSELLER An engaging no-holds-barred memoir that reveals HowieMandel’s ongoing struggle with OCD and ADHD—and how it has shapedhis life Howie Mandel is one of the most recognizable names inentertainment. But there are aspects of his personal andprofessional life he’s never talked about publicly—until now.Twelve years ago, Mandel first told the world about his“germophobia.” He’s recently started discussing his adult ADHD aswell. Now, for the first time, he reveals the details of hisstruggle with these challenging disorders. He speaks candidly aboutthe ways his condition has affected his personal life—as a son,husband, and father of three. Along the way, the versatileperformer reveals “the deal” behind his remarkable rise through theshow-business ranks, sharing never-before-told anecdotes about hiscareer. As heartfelt as it is hilarious, Here’s the Deal: Don’t TouchMe is the story of one man’s effort to draw comic inspirationout of his darkest,

All those baby boomers who have embarked on the journey ofraising their second and third children have found themselves leftin the lurch by existing child care literature. Now child careexpert Nancy Samalin, who has earned a reputation for her forgivingand empowering approach to parenting, brings her inspiring outlookto this guide to the pitfalls and rewards of parenting two or morechildren. Parents who consider themselves pros after the first child are infor a surprise when the encounter life after the second child isborn and beyond. Suddenly their world is an exhausting haze ofcompeting demands, perpetual squabbling, sibling rivalry,complaints of unfairness and "you love him more" (and sometimes youdo), unrelenting stress, and a pervasive sense of guilt andinadequacy. Culled from her years of workshops with hundreds ofparents, Nancy Samalin shares the trials and joys of parenthood andprovides specific advice on steering your way through the parentingrapids. This is a must-read for today's harri