Leeza Gibbons

Maybe, once or twice in your life, youve experienced a surge of destiny so strong it made you believe in miracles. Such bolts from the blue seem to hit when weariness or ill fortune have plowed through the ground of reason, breaking it up so magic can take root. What follows is so perfect that to call it accidental defies belief. Diana Archer is an absolutelymathematically!average woman, living an unremarkable life, when destiny reaches her. Without quite knowing how or why, she finds herself leaving everything familiar and moving into a world where miracles are commonplace, where her supposed flaws become her salvation, and where each persons story is everyones. In this exuberant allegory, bestselling memoir and self-help author Martha Beck takes readers into the wild parts of the world and the human psyche. The story of Diana, Herself helps every reader chart a course for awakening to greater joy, adventure, and purpose.

"Why Ball Wouldn't Bounce" recently named to "Best Children's Books of All Time" and "Best New Children's Books to Read in 2020" Lists by BookAuthority.org."There once was a ball, as some may recall, who spent most the day all alone, trying to hide the bounce inside without any friends of his own." (“They’re calling him the ‘next Mr. Rogers,’ Ron Roecker’s inspiring new book about self-acceptance is just what we need now!” Leeza Gibbons, Emmy-winner, NY Times Best-selling author.) Ball so desperately wants to bounce like all the popular balls. He tries everything to fit in but nothing stops the others from laughing. Deflated, he rolls away to hide his bounce and his tears. But Ball soon meets the unlikeliest of new best friends who gives him a birds-eye view of what it really means to be unique. (“The serious message (about embracing your uniqueness) in ‘Why Ball Wouldn’t Bounce,’ is written in such a whimsical, sing-song way ...with bright, colorful illustrations that stand out on every page…that it can appeal to anyone…young kids, parents, teachers and even teens.” —5***** Stars LitPick Review). Eventually, Ball is faced with an astonishing revelation that will change his life forever. Find out Why Ball Wouldn't Bounce and whether he stays hidden away or learns to bounce his own bounce proudly. (“This delightful tale is a colorful, bright rhyming story that shows how magical it can be to rock your own bounce. Elaine Bent, Reedsy Discovery 5-Star “Must Read” Review) This story is for children and adults and will resonate with anyone who has ever felt like they were different, they didn't fit in or they just couldn't bounce their unique bounce. It's a lesson about self-acceptance and loving ones uniqueness, and how important it is to celebrate similarities and not exploit differences. (“Why Ball Wouldn’t Bounce” is making the world a better place.” Amazon Verified Purchase 5-Star Review)

The book recommended by dementia experts and family caregivers as the most complete, practical guide to Alzheimer's and other dementias—now updated and expanded through end-of-life care. This new edition of Surviving Alzheimer's offers the best, most current thinking on how to help a loved one with memory loss and related symptoms without sacrificing YOU. You'll learn: What's behind odd, frustrating behaviors like repetition, wandering, personality changes, bathing resistance, and aggression—and what you can do How to defuse resentment, guilt, and family friction What to say for better communication and more cooperation Special advice for spouses, out-of-town caregivers, and other specific situations 100s of confidence-raising solutions from top doctors, social workers, dementia specialists, and family caregiversAll in a fast, scannable format perfect for busy or overwhelmed dementia helpers.