Books n' Bark

Title:  I Will Teach You to Be Rich: No Guilt. No Excuses. Author:  Ramit Sethi Publisher:  Workman Publishing Co. Genre:  Self-Help Pages:  352 Rating: 4 /5 Stars Summary:  " Personal finance expert Ramit Sethi has been called a “wealth wizard” by  Forbes  and the “new guru on the block” by  Fortune . Now he’s updated and expanded his modern money classic for a new age, delivering a simple, powerful, no-BS 6-week program. I Will Teach You to Be Rich  will show you: How to crush your debt and student loans faster than you thought possible How to set up no-fee, high-interest bank accounts that won’t gouge you for every penny How Ramit automates his finances so his money goes exactly where he wants it to—and how you can do it too How to talk your way out of late fees (with word-for-word scripts) How to save hundreds or even thousands per month (and still buy what you love) And so much more! Plus, this 10th anniversary edition features over...

Title: Enchantment:   Awakening Wonder in an Anxious Age Author:  Katherine May Publisher:  Riverhead Books Genre:  Self-Help Pages:  224 Rating: 4 /5 Stars Summary:  " Many of us feel trapped in a grind of constant change: rolling news cycles, the chatter of social media, our families split along partisan lines. We feel fearful and tired, on edge in our bodies, not quite knowing what has us perpetually depleted. For Katherine May, this low hum of fatigue and anxiety made her wonder what she was missing. Could there be a different way to relate to the world, one that would allow her to feel more rested and at ease, even as seismic changes unfold on the planet? Might there be a way for all of us to move through life with curiosity and tenderness, sensitized to the subtle magic all around?   In  Enchantment , May invites the reader to come with her on a journey to reawaken our innate sense of wonder and awe. With humor, candor, and warmth, she share...

  Title:  Braiding Sweetgrass: Young Adults Author:  Robin Wall Kimmerer Publisher:  Zest Books Genre:  Botany/Non-Fiction/Indigenous Pages:  304 Rating: 2 /5 Stars Summary:  " As a botanist, Robin Wall Kimmerer is trained to use the tools of science to ask questions of nature. As a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, she embraces plants and animals as our oldest teachers. Drawing from her experiences as an Indigenous scientist, Kimmerer demonstrated how when we listen to the languages of other beings―from strawberries and witch hazel to water lilies and lichen―we are capable of understanding the generosity of the earth and learn to give our own gifts in return in her best-selling book  Braiding Sweetgrass . Adapted for young adults by Monique Gray Smith, this new edition reinforces how wider ecological understanding stems from listening to the earth’s oldest teachers: the plants around us. With informative sidebars, reflection questions, and...

Title:  My Friend Fear Author:  Meera Lee Patel Publisher:  Tarcher Genre:  Poetry/Self-Help Pages:  176 Rating:  5/5 Stars Summary:  " On the heels of her bestselling journal  Start Where You Are , author and illustrator Meera Lee Patel takes us deeper into her artistic vision and emotional journey in this stunning new four-color book. A mix of personal reflections, inspirational quotes, questions for reflection, and breathtaking watercolor visuals , My Friend Fear  asserts that having big fear is an opportunity to make big changes, to discover the remarkable potential inside ourselves "   Memorable Quotes/Morals/Moments:    Fear is a friend that reveals your dreams and desires. Fear should not be something that is avoided, but rather explored. We all have unique gifts that we can offer the world.  Shame can be present regardless of our choices.  Links:  Started/Finished:  Start 1.1  Finish 1.1

Title:  Remarkably Bright Creatures Author:  Shelby Van Pelt Publisher:  Ecco Genre:  Fiction Pages: 384 Rating: 5/5 Stars Summary:  " After Tova Sullivan’s husband died, she began working the night shift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium, mopping floors and tidying up. Keeping busy has always helped her cope, which she’s been doing since her eighteen-year-old son, Erik, mysteriously vanished on a boat in Puget Sound over thirty years ago. Tova becomes acquainted with curmudgeonly Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus living at the aquarium. Marcellus knows more than anyone can imagine but wouldn’t dream of lifting one of his eight arms for his human captors—until he forms a remarkable friendship with Tova. Ever the detective, Marcellus deduces what happened the night Tova’s son disappeared. And now Marcellus must use every trick his old invertebrate body can muster to unearth the truth for her before it’s too late.  Shelby Van Pelt’s debut novel is a gentle reminder...

  Title:  The 4 Pillar Plan Author:  Rangan Chatterjee Publisher:  Penguin Life Genre: Self-Help/Health and Wellness Pages:  272 Rating: 5 /5 Stars Summary:  " The 4 Pillar Plan, Dr Rangan Chatterjee creates an easily accessible plan for taking control of your health and your life. Dr Chatterjee believes that everyday health revolves around the following four pillars: relaxation, food, movement and sleep. By making small, achievable changes in each of these key areas you can create and maintain good health - and avoid illness. Top tips in each area include: · an electronic 'sabbath' once a week · 12 hours every day without food · exposure to sunlight first thing each morning · walking at least 10,000 steps a day Based on cutting edge research and his own two decades' worth of experience as a doctor, this book contains fascinating case studies from real patients and is an inspiring and easy-to-follow guide to better health and happiness."   Memorable Qu...

Title: Rich Girl Nation Author:  Katie Gatti Tassin Publisher: Portfolio Genre:  Finance/Self-Help Pages:  304 Rating: 5 /5 Stars Summary:  " Women experience money differently than men do. In the United States, women have only 55 cents for every dollar of wealth held by men, are more likely to end up in poverty following a divorce, and are less likely to retire with the resources they need. What can women do to build wealth and claim financial power in a system that wasn’t designed for them? Katie Gatti Tassin, personal finance writer and host of the popular podcast  The Money with Katie Show , has built an energized following of smart, ambitious women seeking a deeper understanding of the financial issues that affect them. In  Rich Girl Nation , Tassin deconstructs the unique challenges women face on their journey to financial freedom, offering context and nuanced guidance on money matters including: • Performing a budgetary “Hot Girl Detox” • Proven sala...

   Title:  Wildlife of  Ecuador Author:  Andres Vasquez Noboa Publisher:  Wildlife Explorer Guides Genre:  Wildlife Pages:  288 Rating: 5 /5 Stars Summary:  " Mainland Ecuador's spectacular wildlife makes it a magnet for nature tourists, but until now there hasn't been a go-to, all-in-one guide geared to the general reader. With this handy and accessible guide, visitors now have everything they need to identify and enjoy the majority of birds and animals they are likely to see. Written and illustrated by two of Ecuador's most experienced nature guides and photographers, this book covers more than 350 birds, mammals, amphibians, and reptiles. It features over 400 stunning color photographs and includes a range map for each species, as well as a brief account of the country's natural history and biogeography. With its extensive coverage, attractive and easy-to-use layout, beautiful photographs, and nontechnical text, this is an essential guide ...

  Title: Ecuador Author:  Bethany Pitts Publisher:  Moon Genre:  Travel Pages:  568 Rating: 3 /5 Stars Summary:  " Canoe through the Amazon, explore the bustling capital of Quito, snorkel in the Galápagos, or kick back on the coast: Embark on an unforgettable adventure with  Moon Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands . Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries  for spending time in the Sierras, the Amazon, the coast, Quito, and the Galápagos Islands Must-see highlights and unique experiences:  Hike through the Amazon rainforest, paddle across lily-covered lagoons, and spot camian, tapir, or pink river dolphins. Dive with hammerhead sharks in the Galápagos, cycle the epic waterfall route in Baños, and watch the sun rise over the peaks where the Amazon meets the Andes. Wander cobbled colonial streets and gaze up at snow-capped volcanoes rising from wildflower-strewn grasslands. Take a surfing lesson in Montañita, and relax on the beach with a...

Title:  Roar Author:  Stacy Sims Publisher: Rodale Books Genre:  Selfhelp/Fitness Pages: 400 Rating: /5 Stars Summary:  "I n  ROAR , exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist Stacy T. Sims, PhD, teaches you everything you need to know to adapt your nutrition, hydration, and training to work  with  your unique female physiology, rather than against it. By understanding your physiology, you’ll know how best to adapt your lifestyle and build routines to maximize your performance, on and off the sports field. You’ll discover expert guidance on building a rock-solid foundation for fitness and everyday life with tips for determining your high-performance body composition, gaining lean muscle, and nailing your nutrition. Because a women’s physiology changes over time, you’ll also find full chapters devoted to pregnancy and menopause. This revised edition includes a wealth of new research developments, expanded recommendations based on those find...

  Title:  Imagine Heaven Author:  John Burke Publisher:  Baker Books Genre:  Christian Pages:  352 Rating: 4 /5 Stars Summary:  " In  Imagine Heaven , he compares more than one hundred gripping stories of near-death experiences (NDEs) to what Scripture says about our biggest questions of Heaven, including: ● Will I be myself? ● Will I see friends and loved ones? ● What will Heaven look like? ● What will we do forever? ● What about children and pets? Burke shows how the common experiences shared by thousands of near-death survivors--including doctors, college professors, bank presidents, people of all ages and cultures, and even blind people--point to the exhilarating picture of Heaven promised in the Bible. This thrilling journey into the afterlife will make you feel like you've been there, forever changing the way you view the life to come--and the way you live your life today. " I read this book because Taylor had suggested it. I got through the...

Title:  Lula Dean's Library of Banned Books Author:  Kirsten Miller Publisher:  William Morrow Genre:  Fiction Pages:  304 Rating: 4 /5 Stars Summary:  " Beverly Underwood and her arch enemy, Lula Dean, live in the tiny town of Troy, Georgia, where they were born and raised. Now Beverly is on the school board, and Lula has become a local celebrity by embarking on mission to rid the public libraries of all inappropriate books—none of which she’s actually read. To replace the “pornographic” books she’s challenged at the local public library, Lula starts her own lending library in front of her home: a cute wooden hutch with glass doors and neat rows of the worthy literature that she’s sure the town’s readers need. That’s when all the townspeople who’ve been borrowing from Lula’s library begin to reveal themselves. That's when the showdown that’s been brewing between Beverly and Lula will roil the whole town...and change it forever.. " What Lula doesn’t know is...