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A highly contagious virus has changed the landscape of Nadia''s world. Now, humans live within closed communities, each isolated from the next. They understand the fragility of these communities, that on any day, at any given moment, theirs could be ruined. At home, in her closed community, Nadia remembers the year before the virus...Humorous, existential, and personal, The Year Cricket Died is a thought-provoking chronicle of struggles with mortality, intimacy, disillusionment, and purpose. 

When author Michaela Stith left her home in Alaska to visit the Lower 48, she learned that many people think of the Arctic as an icy wasteland devoid of people and filled with polar bears. Welp: Climate Change and Arctic Identities challenges that misconception-by inviting you to witness a side of the Arctic few southerners ever get to see.Through intimate interviews, laugh-out-loud stories, and Stith''s own keen observations, this travel memoir explores the effects of global warming, white supremacy, and cultural biases on Indigenous, Black and dark-skinned residents of the Arctic. You''ll accompany Stith as she pieces together a beautifully honest portrait of the Arctic-the good, the bad, and the heartbreaking-against the backdrop of Norway, Iceland, and her Alaskan home. Above all, Welp offers those living in the North the opportunity to define themselves through their own eyes.Stith is a firm believer that a truthful story from the heart is the one people most need to hear. If you''re ready to meet the Arctic heart to heart, and to learn what you can do to support the people who live there, allow these stories to guide you. 

Welcome to Rosedale High. New halls, new classes, same old bullies.Meet Emily, a closeted trans teen ostracized both at school and in his own home. Now meet new-to-Rosedale Cole, a Hispanic freshman excited by the prospect of living in a more diverse area. In such a populated school, there is no reason for their paths to cross, until they find a common enemy in the ruthless and unrelenting school bully, Robert. With the help of an ally, it seems there may be light at the end of the tunnel for Emily and Cole, but how far will Robert go to ensure they remain in their place as outcasts?In this first volume of Theory of Reality, Mendoza builds multi-dimensional characters in a world that explores the intersection of identity, mental illness, and environment. For those who have ever felt alone and underrepresented, Emily and Cole are waiting for you in a heart-wrenching story meant to remind all readers that "although our diverse identities mean we experience things differently, trauma doesn''t discriminate."

You have the power to bring about revolutionary change.Mental Frameworks for Our Modern Revolution: Change Your Mind If You Want to Change the World is a book for anyone who wants to make a difference. By outlining the concept of mental frameworks-which is the way the mind processes the external world and is something that is unique to each individual-and deep-diving into the power of embracing a new way of seeing the world, Mental Frameworks for Our Modern Revolution shows that anyone, from the most involved activists to those who feel completely powerless against systemic issues, can have an impact. With stories and insights from political science professors, evolutionary psychologists, and community leaders, Mental Frameworks for Our Modern Revolution isn''t just a one-sided opinion on advocacy and change. Through an exploration of how individuals interact with our past, our country, and each other, this book explores the reality of mental frameworks and emphasizes the power of the individual. By changing our mental frameworks, we change our minds, and change ourselves. Each person who makes the choice to change within ultimately helps change the world.  

75% of people do not report sexual violence.First, let that sink in. Second, ask the obvious: Why?The answer is complex, and in Unreported, author Kaley Roberts explores it from every angle. This book contains the true stories of those who experienced sexual violence and didn''t report, in-depth research on those who did report and didn''t get the outcome they deserved, and interviews with experts. Unreported is a work of persuasive nonfiction, a scientific study, and a memoir. It is an appeal to come together and discuss the unreported majority and, through strong prose, it determines a starting point for change in a system that desperately needs it.Roberts takes readers with her as she uncovers why our current sexual violence response system isn''t working. She highlights how, instead of reporting, people seek out their own justice in the form of regained control, healing, and community.Unreported is for anyone who sees the power in shared stories-the power to heal, the power to transform, the power to build a better way forward.

At age 50+, when many people confront the challenges of supporting families and saving enough for retirement, rebranding and career reinvention become more important than ever. Thriving at 50+ is branding authority Wendy Marx's guide on doing just that in a society that isn't always kind to older people. Providing a framework for rebranding and reinvention, the book reveals how to find purpose and revitalize your career and life for your next act. It also offers the means to confront ageism in the workplace, especially for those who may feel they have nothing left to offer their industry. Told through the stories of people in all walks of life and professions, you'll discover: 7 principles to rebrand and reinvent yourself Resources to help you on your reinvention journey How to confront ageism in a supposedly enlightened society Insights and lessons for a more meaningful next act Thriving at 50+ speaks to people 50 and over as well as those in their 40s who are looking ahead to the next phase. It's a primer for those seeking another job or career; a how-to for starting a business or a new way of life.

K-Pop is bigger than it has ever been. Many new artists debut each year and the industry is at an all-time international high. But how did we get here? Is it something more complex and important than mere media headlines?K-POP: The Odyssey - Your Gateway to the Global K-Pop Phenomenon takes you on a journey to explore one of the biggest pop cultural phenomenona in recent history, drawing from stories and interviews from some of the biggest names in the K-Pop industry including:Henry Lau, international popstar, actor and K-Pop veteranHyuk Shin, multi-platinum record producer behind the hits of stars like EXO, DEAN, and Girls' GenerationPeter Chun, former YG Entertainment Director who spearheaded US collaborations for BIGBANG, 2NE1, and Epik HighPlus a BTS co-songwriter, academic scholars and more. K-POP: The Odyssey is split into eight parts, with each exploring a facet of the K-Popphenomenon. Whether you are interested in the idol system, music, business, technology, or fandom, this book will serve as your guide. Are you in?

Is everyone alive?! Carolyn mustered the strength to say as she emerged from the car after being crashed into by a hit and run driver. It sounds horrible, but this was the event that encouraged author Carolyn Skowron to change her view on life. After struggling with her mental health for years, she decided to take her reality into her own hands. Unbreakable will take you on a journey of self-reflection, self-discovery, and what it takes to have hope after experiencing tragedy. In Unbreakable you'll learn about self-acceptance and self-love. You'll hear stories about: Early childhood bullying, and its effect on a person from childhood through adulthoodHow the stigma and judgement can really impact someone's self confidence and worthThe effect of stigmatization and judgement on self-confidence and worthThe importance of paying attention to ourselves minus outside interferenceUnbreakable is a real and vulnerable look at why we should end the stigma surrounding mental health, and how all of our actions, no matter how big or small, can impact a person's confidence and well-being.