Author: Roger K. Allen
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780979783104
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
"A compelling story about a man who finds his voice, transcends adversity, and elevates his life to a whole new level of existence. I highly recommend it for anyone committed to living with purpose and meaning." Dr. Stephen R. Covey, author of The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People and The 8th Habit "An inspiring tale that celebrates the power of possibility and human potential."Jan Austin, founding director of Corporate Coach U. training program and author of What No One Ever Tells You about Leading for Results "Beautifully illustrates how a person who discovers his soul can bring out the best in everyone around him."Dr. Lance Secretan, award winning columnist, speaker, coach, consultant, and author of One: The Art and Practice of Conscious Leadership "Teaches and inspires a new way of being based on authenticity, accountability, honesty, and love."Larry Wilson, founder of Wilson Learning and author of Play to Win: Choosing Growth over Fear in Work and Life "Brilliant! I got chills reading it."Alfred T. Zirkle, international speaker and president of IndustryProHal Stratton's life is turned upside down when, without warning, the board of directors of his own company fires him. The event sends Hal into a tailspin and he alienates everyone around him as he struggles desperately to make sense out of what happened and find a way forward. Eventually, the crisis awakens him to a new way of seeing and thinking. But old habits die hard. Gradually and haltingly, Hal opens his heart to the lessons of life and eventually discovers an inner peace, joy, love, and abundance he'd never thought possible. Circumstances have not changed. But life, for Hal, has changed dramatically. The book is a beautiful story of becoming; of learning to handle the challenges of life in new and empowering ways; of coming from a "bigger place" of learning to communicate openly so people can stop seeing one another as adversaries and come to a shared understanding of the challenges they face.
The Hero's Choice
Author: Roger K. Allen
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780979783104
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
"A compelling story about a man who finds his voice, transcends adversity, and elevates his life to a whole new level of existence. I highly recommend it for anyone committed to living with purpose and meaning." Dr. Stephen R. Covey, author of The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People and The 8th Habit "An inspiring tale that celebrates the power of possibility and human potential."Jan Austin, founding director of Corporate Coach U. training program and author of What No One Ever Tells You about Leading for Results "Beautifully illustrates how a person who discovers his soul can bring out the best in everyone around him."Dr. Lance Secretan, award winning columnist, speaker, coach, consultant, and author of One: The Art and Practice of Conscious Leadership "Teaches and inspires a new way of being based on authenticity, accountability, honesty, and love."Larry Wilson, founder of Wilson Learning and author of Play to Win: Choosing Growth over Fear in Work and Life "Brilliant! I got chills reading it."Alfred T. Zirkle, international speaker and president of IndustryProHal Stratton's life is turned upside down when, without warning, the board of directors of his own company fires him. The event sends Hal into a tailspin and he alienates everyone around him as he struggles desperately to make sense out of what happened and find a way forward. Eventually, the crisis awakens him to a new way of seeing and thinking. But old habits die hard. Gradually and haltingly, Hal opens his heart to the lessons of life and eventually discovers an inner peace, joy, love, and abundance he'd never thought possible. Circumstances have not changed. But life, for Hal, has changed dramatically. The book is a beautiful story of becoming; of learning to handle the challenges of life in new and empowering ways; of coming from a "bigger place" of learning to communicate openly so people can stop seeing one another as adversaries and come to a shared understanding of the challenges they face.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780979783104
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
"A compelling story about a man who finds his voice, transcends adversity, and elevates his life to a whole new level of existence. I highly recommend it for anyone committed to living with purpose and meaning." Dr. Stephen R. Covey, author of The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People and The 8th Habit "An inspiring tale that celebrates the power of possibility and human potential."Jan Austin, founding director of Corporate Coach U. training program and author of What No One Ever Tells You about Leading for Results "Beautifully illustrates how a person who discovers his soul can bring out the best in everyone around him."Dr. Lance Secretan, award winning columnist, speaker, coach, consultant, and author of One: The Art and Practice of Conscious Leadership "Teaches and inspires a new way of being based on authenticity, accountability, honesty, and love."Larry Wilson, founder of Wilson Learning and author of Play to Win: Choosing Growth over Fear in Work and Life "Brilliant! I got chills reading it."Alfred T. Zirkle, international speaker and president of IndustryProHal Stratton's life is turned upside down when, without warning, the board of directors of his own company fires him. The event sends Hal into a tailspin and he alienates everyone around him as he struggles desperately to make sense out of what happened and find a way forward. Eventually, the crisis awakens him to a new way of seeing and thinking. But old habits die hard. Gradually and haltingly, Hal opens his heart to the lessons of life and eventually discovers an inner peace, joy, love, and abundance he'd never thought possible. Circumstances have not changed. But life, for Hal, has changed dramatically. The book is a beautiful story of becoming; of learning to handle the challenges of life in new and empowering ways; of coming from a "bigger place" of learning to communicate openly so people can stop seeing one another as adversaries and come to a shared understanding of the challenges they face.
A Texan's Choice
Author: Shelley Shepard Gray
Publisher: Abingdon Press
ISBN: 1426714653
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
Sometimes heroes are disguised as gunslingers . . . and sometimes the most unlikely dreams really can come true.
Publisher: Abingdon Press
ISBN: 1426714653
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
Sometimes heroes are disguised as gunslingers . . . and sometimes the most unlikely dreams really can come true.
You Are a Miserable Excuse for a Hero!
Author: Bob Powers
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
ISBN: 1429986506
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 217
Book Description
Why Do All the Nice Girls End Up Getting Kidnapped and Held for Ransom? In this book, YOU, the reader, are a thirtysomething part-time actor/full-time waiter suddenly caught up in a kidnapping. Julia, the girl you went out with last night, has been TAKEN HOSTAGE. What will you do? Will you go to the police and ask for help? Will you burst into the hideout, killing everyone in sight, then tell Julia that she shouldn't misinterpret this as some sort of big commitment? Or will you unplug your phone and just get really, really drunk? The choice is yours! You awake to the sound of the phone ringing. "Hello?" You hear a man's voice. It is muffled. "We've got Julia." "Wait, what do you mean?" "We have kidnapped your girlfriend. If you ever want to see her again---" "Whoa, she's not my girlfriend," you say. "I just met her. I mean, I had a good time with her and all, but I wanna take it slow with this one, I think." "We understand," the voice says. "But she's new to the city, and presently, you're all she has. Give us fifty thousand dollars by tomorrow or we'll blow her head off." If you want to go and ask your parents if you can borrow fifty thousand dollars, go to page 173. If you want to have sex with your ex-girlfriend, consider getting back together with her, then think better of it, go to page 183. BE VERY CAREFUL! You're directing the story and the CHOICES you make can result in MURDER, GRADUATE SCHOOL ENROLLMENT, TORTURE, MARRIAGE, POST-APOCALYPTIC SLAVERY, UNWANTED PREGNANCY, even TEMPING! It's YOUR STORY and YOUR LIFE. All you've got to do is decide which page you want to turn to. JUST MAKE A CHOICE!
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
ISBN: 1429986506
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 217
Book Description
Why Do All the Nice Girls End Up Getting Kidnapped and Held for Ransom? In this book, YOU, the reader, are a thirtysomething part-time actor/full-time waiter suddenly caught up in a kidnapping. Julia, the girl you went out with last night, has been TAKEN HOSTAGE. What will you do? Will you go to the police and ask for help? Will you burst into the hideout, killing everyone in sight, then tell Julia that she shouldn't misinterpret this as some sort of big commitment? Or will you unplug your phone and just get really, really drunk? The choice is yours! You awake to the sound of the phone ringing. "Hello?" You hear a man's voice. It is muffled. "We've got Julia." "Wait, what do you mean?" "We have kidnapped your girlfriend. If you ever want to see her again---" "Whoa, she's not my girlfriend," you say. "I just met her. I mean, I had a good time with her and all, but I wanna take it slow with this one, I think." "We understand," the voice says. "But she's new to the city, and presently, you're all she has. Give us fifty thousand dollars by tomorrow or we'll blow her head off." If you want to go and ask your parents if you can borrow fifty thousand dollars, go to page 173. If you want to have sex with your ex-girlfriend, consider getting back together with her, then think better of it, go to page 183. BE VERY CAREFUL! You're directing the story and the CHOICES you make can result in MURDER, GRADUATE SCHOOL ENROLLMENT, TORTURE, MARRIAGE, POST-APOCALYPTIC SLAVERY, UNWANTED PREGNANCY, even TEMPING! It's YOUR STORY and YOUR LIFE. All you've got to do is decide which page you want to turn to. JUST MAKE A CHOICE!
The Hero Handbook
Author: Matt Langdon
Publisher: American Psychological Association
ISBN: 1433834332
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
KIDS' BOOK CHOICE AWARDS FINALIST! Heroes take chances, do hard things, and sometimes even change the world. To become a hero, kids can surround themselves with supportive people, boost their self-esteem and self-awareness, find their passion, and have the courage make things happen. This book shows them how to be the hero of their own story and discover their own hero journey. What makes a hero? Activists. advocates, allies, and friends. Sometimes heroes are our parents, teachers, or siblings. The truth is, heroes are inside everyone, and kids can and discover their inner hero, too!
Publisher: American Psychological Association
ISBN: 1433834332
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
KIDS' BOOK CHOICE AWARDS FINALIST! Heroes take chances, do hard things, and sometimes even change the world. To become a hero, kids can surround themselves with supportive people, boost their self-esteem and self-awareness, find their passion, and have the courage make things happen. This book shows them how to be the hero of their own story and discover their own hero journey. What makes a hero? Activists. advocates, allies, and friends. Sometimes heroes are our parents, teachers, or siblings. The truth is, heroes are inside everyone, and kids can and discover their inner hero, too!
The Hero's Guide to Saving Your Kingdom
Author: Christopher Healy
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0062117440
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
Prince Liam. Prince Frederic. Prince Duncan. Prince Gustav. You’ve never heard of them, have you? These are the princes who saved Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Snow White, and Rapunzel, respectively, and yet, thanks to those lousy bards who wrote the tales, you likely know them only as Prince Charming. But all of this is about to change. Rejected by their princesses and cast out of their castles, the princes stumble upon an evil plot that could endanger each of their kingdoms. Now it’s up to them to triumph over their various shortcomings, take on trolls, bandits, dragons, witches, and other assorted terrors, and become the heroes no one ever thought they could be. Christopher Healy’s Hero’s Guide to Saving Your Kingdom is a completely original take on the world of fairy tales, the truth about what happens after “happily ever after.” It’s a must-have for middle grade readers who enjoy their fantasy adventures mixed with the humor of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books. Witty black-and-white drawings by Todd Harris add to the fun.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0062117440
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
Prince Liam. Prince Frederic. Prince Duncan. Prince Gustav. You’ve never heard of them, have you? These are the princes who saved Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Snow White, and Rapunzel, respectively, and yet, thanks to those lousy bards who wrote the tales, you likely know them only as Prince Charming. But all of this is about to change. Rejected by their princesses and cast out of their castles, the princes stumble upon an evil plot that could endanger each of their kingdoms. Now it’s up to them to triumph over their various shortcomings, take on trolls, bandits, dragons, witches, and other assorted terrors, and become the heroes no one ever thought they could be. Christopher Healy’s Hero’s Guide to Saving Your Kingdom is a completely original take on the world of fairy tales, the truth about what happens after “happily ever after.” It’s a must-have for middle grade readers who enjoy their fantasy adventures mixed with the humor of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books. Witty black-and-white drawings by Todd Harris add to the fun.
The Hero Next Door
Author: Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich
Publisher: Crown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0525646329
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
From We Need Diverse Books, the organization behind Flying Lessons & Other Stories, comes another middle-grade short story collection--this one focused on exploring acts of bravery--featuring some of the best own-voices children's authors, including R. J. Palacio (Wonder), Rita Williams-Garcia (One Crazy Summer), Linda Sue Park (A Long Walk to Water), and many more. Not all heroes wear capes. Some heroes teach martial arts. Others talk to ghosts. A few are inventors or soccer players. They're also sisters, neighbors, and friends. Because heroes come in many shapes and sizes. But they all have one thing in common: they make the world a better place. Published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books, this vibrant anthology features thirteen acclaimed authors whose powerful and diverse voices show how small acts of kindness can save the day. So pay attention, because a hero could be right beside you. Or maybe the hero is you. AUTHORS INCLUDE: William Alexander, Joseph Bruchac, Lamar Giles, Mike Jung, Hena Khan, Juana Medina, Ellen Oh, R. J. Palacio, Linda Sue Park and Anna Dobbin, Cynthia Leitich Smith, Ronald L. Smith, Rita Williams-Garcia, and short-story contest winner Suma Subramaniam “As with the two previous anthologies from We Need Diverse Books, this collection admirably succeeds in making available to all readers a wider and more representative range of American voices and protagonists.” -The Washington Post
Publisher: Crown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0525646329
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
From We Need Diverse Books, the organization behind Flying Lessons & Other Stories, comes another middle-grade short story collection--this one focused on exploring acts of bravery--featuring some of the best own-voices children's authors, including R. J. Palacio (Wonder), Rita Williams-Garcia (One Crazy Summer), Linda Sue Park (A Long Walk to Water), and many more. Not all heroes wear capes. Some heroes teach martial arts. Others talk to ghosts. A few are inventors or soccer players. They're also sisters, neighbors, and friends. Because heroes come in many shapes and sizes. But they all have one thing in common: they make the world a better place. Published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books, this vibrant anthology features thirteen acclaimed authors whose powerful and diverse voices show how small acts of kindness can save the day. So pay attention, because a hero could be right beside you. Or maybe the hero is you. AUTHORS INCLUDE: William Alexander, Joseph Bruchac, Lamar Giles, Mike Jung, Hena Khan, Juana Medina, Ellen Oh, R. J. Palacio, Linda Sue Park and Anna Dobbin, Cynthia Leitich Smith, Ronald L. Smith, Rita Williams-Garcia, and short-story contest winner Suma Subramaniam “As with the two previous anthologies from We Need Diverse Books, this collection admirably succeeds in making available to all readers a wider and more representative range of American voices and protagonists.” -The Washington Post
Everyday Hero
Author: Kathleen Cherry
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
ISBN: 1459809831
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
When a new friend challenges Alice, who has Asperger’s, to step outside her comfort zone, Alice decides to revise her rules in this novel for middle readers.
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
ISBN: 1459809831
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
When a new friend challenges Alice, who has Asperger’s, to step outside her comfort zone, Alice decides to revise her rules in this novel for middle readers.
The Hero Is You
Author: Kendra Levin
Publisher: Mango Media Inc.
ISBN: 1633410269
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 327
Book Description
Conquer writer’s block, love what you write, and finish what you start with this motivational self-care book for writers. Imagine having your own personal mentor—someone encouraging yet honest, who could help you set and achieve your goals, turn your moments of doubt and fear into sources of strength, and discover what you’re truly capable of when you’re at your best. Life coach and publishing industry veteran Kendra Levin is that mentor. And in The Hero Is You, she can help you do the best writing of your life—and live your best life while doing it. With wisdom drawn from her years as a life coach for writers and behind-the-scenes stories from a panoply of bestselling authors, Levin shows you how to become the hero in the narrative of your own process. Offering a fresh approach to Joseph Campbell’s storytelling archetype, the Hero’s Journey, The Hero Is You includes more than thirty exercises designed to help you reinvent your creative process from the inside out. This book will show you how to: Identify your biggest challenges and render them powerlessStart a project that you love—and stick with itDesign a structure for writing regularly
Publisher: Mango Media Inc.
ISBN: 1633410269
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 327
Book Description
Conquer writer’s block, love what you write, and finish what you start with this motivational self-care book for writers. Imagine having your own personal mentor—someone encouraging yet honest, who could help you set and achieve your goals, turn your moments of doubt and fear into sources of strength, and discover what you’re truly capable of when you’re at your best. Life coach and publishing industry veteran Kendra Levin is that mentor. And in The Hero Is You, she can help you do the best writing of your life—and live your best life while doing it. With wisdom drawn from her years as a life coach for writers and behind-the-scenes stories from a panoply of bestselling authors, Levin shows you how to become the hero in the narrative of your own process. Offering a fresh approach to Joseph Campbell’s storytelling archetype, the Hero’s Journey, The Hero Is You includes more than thirty exercises designed to help you reinvent your creative process from the inside out. This book will show you how to: Identify your biggest challenges and render them powerlessStart a project that you love—and stick with itDesign a structure for writing regularly
Raising Responsible, Emotionally Mature Children
Author: Ph. D. Roger K. Allen
Publisher: Leadership Press
ISBN: 9780979783142
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Parenting is tough and mistakes made in a moment can take years to repair. Therefore, learning the skills of effective parenting will be one of the most worthwhile ventures you ever pursue. Roger K. Allen, PhD, has studied family relationships for many years and developed a time-tested set of tools to help parents succeed in raising responsible, emotionally mature children. Replete with examples and case studies, his must-read guide gives you concrete strategies you can immediately put into practice. We know that good communication is at the heart of a healthy family. But so often our natural tendencies are to either over control or cave-in and overindulge our children. Either way, our children either fail to learn from their experiences or grow in emotional maturity and self-responsibility. Dr. Allen will teach you skills to establish loving authority in your home, put an end to conflict and power struggles, and communicate with your children (from toddlers to teens) in ways that solve problems, build trust, enhance self-worth, and help your children learn personal responsibility. Are you ready to start the journey?
Publisher: Leadership Press
ISBN: 9780979783142
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Parenting is tough and mistakes made in a moment can take years to repair. Therefore, learning the skills of effective parenting will be one of the most worthwhile ventures you ever pursue. Roger K. Allen, PhD, has studied family relationships for many years and developed a time-tested set of tools to help parents succeed in raising responsible, emotionally mature children. Replete with examples and case studies, his must-read guide gives you concrete strategies you can immediately put into practice. We know that good communication is at the heart of a healthy family. But so often our natural tendencies are to either over control or cave-in and overindulge our children. Either way, our children either fail to learn from their experiences or grow in emotional maturity and self-responsibility. Dr. Allen will teach you skills to establish loving authority in your home, put an end to conflict and power struggles, and communicate with your children (from toddlers to teens) in ways that solve problems, build trust, enhance self-worth, and help your children learn personal responsibility. Are you ready to start the journey?
A Texan's Honor
Author: Shelley Shepard Gray
Publisher: Abingdon Press
ISBN: 1426714637
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Texas, 1874. Years ago, Will McMillan had fought in the open, next to his Captain, Clayton Proffitt. Now he's waging another war undercover, pretending to be a member of the notorious Walton Gang.
Publisher: Abingdon Press
ISBN: 1426714637
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Texas, 1874. Years ago, Will McMillan had fought in the open, next to his Captain, Clayton Proffitt. Now he's waging another war undercover, pretending to be a member of the notorious Walton Gang.