by Robert Greene

<b>Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this multi-million-copy <i>New York Times</i> bestseller is the definitive manual for anyone interested in gaining, observing, or defending against ultimate control – from the author of <i>The Laws of Human Nature</i>. This is the only authorized paperback edition in the US.<br></b><br> In the book that <i>People </i>magazine proclaimed “beguiling” and “fascinating,” Robert Greene and Joost Elffers have distilled three thousand years of the history of power into 48 essential laws by drawing from the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu, and Carl Von Clausewitz and also from the lives of figures ranging from Henry Kissinger to P.T. Barnum.<br>  <br> Some laws teach the need for prudence (“Law 1: Never Outshine the Master”), others teach the value of confidence (“Law 28: Enter Action with Boldness”), and many recommend absolute self-preservation (“Law 15: Crush Your Enemy Totally”). Every law, though, has one thing in common: an interest in total domination. In a bold and arresting two-color package, <i>The 48 Laws of Power </i>is ideal whether your aim is conquest, self-defense, or simply to understand the rules of the game.

by Robert Greene

<b>Brilliant distillations of the strategies of war—and the subtle social game of everyday life—by the bestselling author of <i>The 48 Laws of Power </i>and <i>The Laws of Human Nature. </i>This is the only authorized paperback edition in the US.<i><br></i></b> <br>Robert Greene’s groundbreaking guides, <i>The 48 Laws of Power</i>,<i> The Art of Seduction</i>, and <i>Mastery</i>, espouse profound, timeless lessons from the events of history to help readers vanquish an enemy, ensnare an unsuspecting victim, or become the greatest in your field. In <i>The 33 Strategies of War</i>, Greene has crafted an important addition to this ruthless and unique series.<br><br>Spanning world civilizations, synthesizing dozens of political, philosophical, and religious texts and thousands of years of violent conflict, <i>The 33 Strategies of War</i> is the I-Ching of conflict, the contemporary companion to Sun Tzu’s <i>The Art of War</i>.<br><br>Abundantly illustrated with examples from history, including the folly and genius of everyone from Napoleon to Margaret Thatcher, Shaka the Zulu to Lord Nelson, Hannibal to Ulysses S. Grant, as well as movie moguls, Samurai swordsmen, and diplomats, each of the thirty-three chapters outlines a strategy that will help you win life’s wars. Learn the offensive strategies that require you to maintain the initiative and negotiate from a position of strength, or the defensive strategies designed to help you respond to dangerous situations and avoid unwinnable wars. The great warriors of battlefields and drawing rooms alike demonstrate prudence, agility, balance, and calm, and a keen understanding that the rational, resourceful, and intuitive always defeat the panicked, the uncreative, and the stupid. An indispensable book, <i>The 33 Strategies of War</i> provides all the psychological ammunition you need to overcome patterns of failure and forever gain the upper hand.

by David Allen

In today's world, yesterday's methods just don't work. Veteran coach and management consultant David Allen recognizes that time management is useless the minute your schedule is interrupted; setting priorities isn't relevant when your e-mail is down; procrastination solutions won't help if your goals aren't clear. Instead, Allen shares with readers the proven methods he has already introduced in seminars and at top organizations across the country. The key to Getting Things Done? Relaxation.<p>Allen's premise is simple: our ability to be productive is directly proportional to our ability to relax. Only when our minds are clear and our thoughts are organized can we achieve stress-free productivity. His seamless system teaches us how to identify, track, and -- most important -- choose the next action on all our tasks, commitments, and projects and thus master all the demands on our time while unleashing our creative potential. The book's stylish, dynamic design makes it easy to follow Allen's tips, examples, and inspiration to achieve what we all seek -- energy, focus, and relaxed control.

by Lori Gottlieb

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! “Rarely have I read a book that challenged me to see myself in an entirely new light, and was at the same time laugh-out-loud funny and utterly absorbing.”—Katie Couric “This is a daring, delightful, and transformative book.”—Arianna Huffington, Founder, Huffington Post and Founder & CEO, Thrive Global “Wise, warm, smart, and funny. You must read this book.”—Susan Cain, New York Times best-selling author of Quiet From a New York Times best-selling author, psychotherapist, and national advice columnist, comes a hilarious, thought-provoking, and surprising new psychotherapist memoir that takes us behind the scenes of a therapist’s world—where her patients are looking for answers (and so is she). One day, Lori Gottlieb is a therapist who helps patients in her Los Angeles practice. The next, a crisis of love and loss causes her world to come crashing down. Enter Wendell, the quirky but seasoned therapist in whose of­fice she suddenly lands. With his balding head, cardigan, and khakis, he seems to have come straight from Therapist Central Casting. Yet he will turn out to be anything but. As Gottlieb explores the inner chambers of her patients’ lives — a self-absorbed Hollywood producer, a young newlywed diagnosed with a terminal illness, a senior citizen threatening to end her life on her birthday if nothing gets better, and a twenty-something who can’t stop hooking up with the wrong guys — she finds that the questions they are struggling with are the very ones she is now bringing to Wendell on her own path of self-discovery. With startling wisdom and humor, Gottlieb invites us into her world of psychology as both clinician and patient, examining the truths and fictions we tell ourselves and others as we teeter on the tightrope between love and desire, meaning and mortality, guilt and redemption, terror and courage, hope and change. One of the most compelling personal memoirs of our time, Maybe You Should Talk to Someone is rev­olutionary in its candor, offering a deeply per­sonal yet universal tour of our hearts and minds and providing the rarest of gifts: a boldly reveal­ing portrait of what it means to be human, and a disarmingly funny and illuminating account of our own mysterious lives and our power to transform them. This unforgettable memoir is a guide to the perplexing mysteries of being human, revealing: A Therapist Goes to Therapy: When a crisis sends psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb’s world crashing down, she lands on the couch of a quirky therapist named Wendell and discovers she has just as much to learn as her patients. Behind the Scenes of Therapy: Step into the therapy room and meet a cast of unforgettable patients—from a self-absorbed Hollywood producer to a young newlywed facing a terminal illness—who are all searching for answers. Profound Human Connection: Explore the universal truths and fictions we tell ourselves about love, desire, meaning, and mortality in this deeply personal tour of our hearts and minds. Funny and Heartwarming Storytelling: Discover a book that is at once laugh-out-loud funny and profoundly moving, a rare portrait of what it means to be human and our power to change.

by James Frey

In 'A Million Little Pieces', James Frey tells his story of drug and alcohol abuse and rehabilitation. He brings readers face-to-face with a provocative, new understanding of the nature of addiction and the meaning of recovery.

by Elizabeth Wurtzel

This memoir, both harrowing and hilarious, gives voice to the high incidence of depression - especially among America's youth. Prozac Nation is a collective cry for help, a generational status report on today's young people, who have come of age fully entrenched in the culture of divorce, economic instability, and AIDS. "This private world of loony bins and weird people which I always felt I occupied and hid in," writes Elizabeth, "had suddenly turned inside out so that it seemed like this was one big Prozac Nation, one big mess of malaise. Perhaps the next time half a million people gather for a protest march on the White House green it will not be for abortion rights or gay liberation, but because we're all so bummed out." Writing with a vengeance (Nirvana, Joni Mitchell, and Dorothy Parker all rolled into one), Elizabeth Wurtzel will not go gentle into that good night. She wants off medication, she wants a family, and most definitely, a life worth living.

by Ron Fry

This is a test: Name the greatest cause of stress and anxiety in students today. The answer? Tests. An antidote to test-related symptoms€”including fear, nervousness, and knots in the stomach"Ace" Any Test walks test-takers of all ages through the steps of successful test preparation, including:• Creating the time to study• Deciding when to really start studying• Studying smarter, not harder• Reading for maximum retention• Preparing for essay tests• Preparing for objective testsFriendly and encouraging, written in clear, understandable vocabulary with touches of humor, it's recommended for anyone who'd rather "ace" tests than suffer through them.

by Mitch Albom

Tuesdays with Morrie is a memoir by American author Mitch Albom about a series of visits Albom made to his former sociology professor Morrie Schwartz, as Schwartz gradually dies of ALS. The book topped the New York Times Non-Fiction Best-Sellers List for 23 combined weeks in 2000, and remained on the New York Times best-selling list for more than four years after. In 2006, Tuesdays with Morrie was the bestselling memoir of all time.

by Robert B. Cialdini

Some people just won't take no for an answer. In "Influence," Dr. Robert Cialdini explains the six psychological principles that drive our powerful impulse to comply to the pressures of others and shows how we can defend ourselves against manipulation (or put the principles to work in our own interest).<p> "Influence" guarantees two things: Readers will never say yes again when they really mean no, and they'll be more persuasive than ever before.

by Breň Brown

<p>'This important book is about the lifelong journey from 'What will people think?' to 'I am enough.' Brown's unique ability to blend original research with honest storytelling makes reading <i>The Gifts of Imperfection</i> like having a long, uplifting conversation with a very wise friend who offers compassion, wisdom, and great advice.'<br>—Harriet Lerner, <i>New York</i><i> Times</i> best-selling author of <i>The Dance of Anger </i>and <i>The Dance of Connection</i></p><p>'Brené Brown courageously tackles the dark emotions that get in the way of leading a fuller life; read this book and let some of that courage rub off on you.'<br>—Daniel H. Pink, <i>New York Times</i> best-selling author of <i>A Whole New Mind</i></p><p>'Courage, compassion, and connection: Through Brené's research, observations, and guidance, these three little words can open the door to amazing change in your life.' <br>—Ali Edwards, author of <i>Life Artist</i></p><p>In <i>The Gifts of Imperfection,</i> Brené Brown, a leading expert on shame, authenticity, and belonging, shares ten guideposts on the power of Wholehearted living—a way of engaging with the world from a place of worthiness.</p><p>Each day we face a barrage of images and messages from society and the media telling us who, what, and how we should be. We are led to believe that if we could only look perfect and lead perfect lives, we'd no longer feel inadequate. So most of us perform, please, and perfect, all the while thinking, <i>What if I can't keep all of these balls in the air? Why isn't everyone else working harder and living up to my expectations? What will people think if I fail or give up?</i> <i>When can I stop proving myself?</i></p><p>In <i>The Gifts of Imperfection</i>, Brené Brown, Ph.D., a leading expert on shame, authenticity and belonging, shares what she's learned from a decade of research on the power of <i>Wholehearted Living</i> – a way of engaging with the world from a place of worthiness. </p><p>In her ten guideposts, Brown engages our minds, hearts, and spirits as she explores how we can cultivate the courage, compassion, and connection to wake up in the morning and think, <i>No matter what gets done and how much is left undone, I am enough</i>, And to go to bed at night thinking, <i>Yes, I am sometimes afraid, but I am also brave. And, yes, I am imperfect and vulnerable, but that doesn't change the truth that I am worthy of love and belonging</i>.</p>

by Gretchen Rubin

<p>“This book made me happy in the first five pages.” —AJ Jacobs, author of The Year of Living Biblically: One Man's Humble Quest to Follow the Bible as Literally as Possible </p><p>Award-winning author Gretchen Rubin is back with a bang, with The Happiness Project. The author of the bestselling 40 Ways to Look at Winston Churchill has produced a work that is “a cross between the Dalai Lama’s The Art of Happiness and Elizabeth Gilbert’s Eat, Pray, Love.” (Sonya Lyubomirsky, author of The How of Happiness: A Scientific Approach to Getting the Life You Want) In the vein of Julie and Julia, The Happiness Project describes one person’s year-long attempt to discover what leads to true contentment. Drawing at once on cutting-edge science, classical philosophy, and real-world applicability, Rubin has written an engaging, eminently relatable chronicle of transformation.</p>

by Mel Robbins, Sawyer Robbins

<b>Over 6.5 Million Copies Sold!<br>#1 <i>New York Times</i> Bestseller<br>#1 <i>Sunday Times</i> Bestseller<br>#1 Amazon Bestseller<br>#1 Audible Bestseller<br> <br><i>A Life-Changing Tool Millions of People Can’t Stop Talking About</i></b><br><br>What if the key to happiness, success, and love was as simple as two words?<br><br>If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with where you are, the problem isn't you. The problem is the power you give to other people. Two simple words—<i>Let Them</i>—will set you free. Free from the opinions, drama, and judgments of others. Free from the exhausting cycle of trying to manage everything and everyone around you. <i>The Let Them Theory</i> puts the power to create a life you love back in your hands—and this book will show you exactly how to do it.<br><br>In her latest groundbreaking book, <i>The Let Them Theory</i>, Mel Robbins—<i>New York Times</i> bestselling author and one of the world's most respected experts on motivation, confidence, and mindset—teaches you how to stop wasting energy on what you can't control and start focusing on what truly matters: YOU. Your happiness. Your goals. Your life.<br><br>Using the same no-nonsense, science-backed approach that's made <i>The Mel Robbins Podcast</i> a global sensation, Robbins explains why <i>The Let Them Theory</i> is already loved by millions and how you can apply it in eight key areas of your life to make the biggest impact. Within a few pages, you'll realize how much energy and time you've been wasting trying to control the wrong things—at work, in relationships, and in pursuing your goals—and how this is keeping you from the happiness and success you deserve.<br><br>Written as an easy-to-understand guide, Robbins shares relatable stories from her own life, highlights key takeaways, relevant research and introduces you to world-renowned experts in psychology, neuroscience, relationships, happiness, and ancient wisdom who champion <i>The Let Them Theory</i> every step of the way.<br><br><b>Learn how to:</b><br><br><ul><li>Stop wasting energy on things you can't control </li><li>Stop comparing yourself to other people</li><li>Break free from fear and self-doubt</li><li>Release the grip of people's expectations</li><li>Build the best friendships of your life</li><li>Create the love you deserve</li><li>Pursue what truly matters to you with confidence</li><li>Build resilience against everyday stressors and distractions</li><li>Define your own path to success, joy, and fulfillment</li></ul>. . . and so much more.<br><br><i>The Let Them Theory</i> will forever change the way you think about relationships, control, and personal power. Whether you want to advance your career, motivate others to change, take creative risks, find deeper connections, build better habits, start a new chapter, or simply create more happiness in your life and relationships, this book gives you the mindset and tools to unlock your full potential.<br><br>Order your copy of <i>The Let Them Theory</i> now and discover how much power you truly have. It all begins with two simple words.<br><br>The cover has been updated to include the name of co-author Sawyer Robbins. Customers may receive either version of the cover at random.

by Chris Voss, Tahl Raz

<p>A former international hostage negotiator for the FBI offers a new, field-tested approach to high-stakes negotiations—whether in the boardroom or at home.</p><p>After a stint policing the rough streets of Kansas City, Missouri, Chris Voss joined the FBI, where his career as a hostage negotiator brought him face-to-face with a range of criminals, including bank robbers and terrorists. Reaching the pinnacle of his profession, he became the FBI’s lead international kidnapping negotiator. Never Split the Difference takes you inside the world of high-stakes negotiations and into Voss’s head, revealing the skills that helped him and his colleagues succeed where it mattered most: saving lives. In this practical guide, he shares the nine effective principles—counterintuitive tactics and strategies—you too can use to become more persuasive in both your professional and personal life.</p><p>Life is a series of negotiations you should be prepared for: buying a car, negotiating a salary, buying a home, renegotiating rent, deliberating with your partner. Taking emotional intelligence and intuition to the next level, Never Split the Difference gives you the competitive edge in any discussion.</p>

by Brené Brown

<b>#1 <i>NEW YORK TIMES </i>BESTSELLER • Brené Brown has taught us what it means to dare greatly, rise strong, and brave the wilderness. Now, based on new research conducted with leaders, change makers, and culture shifters, she’s showing us how to put those ideas into practice so we can step up and lead.<br><br>Don’t miss the five-part Max docuseries <i>Brené Brown: Atlas of the Heart</i>!<br><br>ONE OF <i>BLOOMBERG</i>’S BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR</b><i><br></i><br>Leadership is not about titles, status, and wielding power. A leader is anyone who takes responsibility for recognizing the potential in people and ideas, and has the courage to develop that potential.<br><br>When we dare to lead, we don’t pretend to have the right answers; we stay curious and ask the right questions. We don’t see power as finite and hoard it; we know that power becomes infinite when we share it with others. We don’t avoid difficult conversations and situations; we lean into vulnerability when it’s necessary to do good work.<br><br>But daring leadership in a culture defined by scarcity, fear, and uncertainty requires skill-building around traits that are deeply and uniquely human. The irony is that we’re choosing not to invest in developing the hearts and minds of leaders at the exact same time as we’re scrambling to figure out what we have to offer that machines and AI can’t do better and faster. What can <i>we</i> do better? Empathy, connection, and courage, to start.<br><br>Four-time #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author Brené Brown has spent the past two decades studying the emotions and experiences that give meaning to our lives, and the past seven years working with transformative leaders and teams spanning the globe. She found that leaders in organizations ranging from small entrepreneurial startups and family-owned businesses to nonprofits, civic organizations, and Fortune 50 companies all ask the same question:<br><br><b>How do you cultivate braver, more daring leaders, and how do you embed the value of courage in your culture?</b><br><br>In <i>Dare to Lead</i>, Brown uses research, stories, and examples to answer these questions in the no-BS style that millions of readers have come to expect and love.<br><br>Brown writes, “One of the most important findings of my career is that daring leadership is a collection of four skill sets that are 100 percent teachable, observable, and measurable. It’s learning and unlearning that requires brave work, tough conversations, and showing up with your whole heart. Easy? No. Because choosing courage over comfort is not always our default. Worth it? Always. We want to be brave with our lives and our work. It’s why we’re here.”<br><br>Whether you’ve read <i>Daring Greatly </i>and<i> Rising Strong</i> or you’re new to Brené Brown’s work, this book is for anyone who wants to step up and into brave leadership.

by Napoleon Hill

<b><i>Think and Grow Rich®</i> - Over 80 Million Copies Sold</b><br> <br> This edition of Napoleon Hill's classic T<i>hink and Grow Rich® </i>is a reproduction of Napoleon Hill's personal copy of the first edition, the ONLY original version recommended by The Napoleon Hill Foundation®, originally printed in March of 1937.<br> <br> The most famous of all teachers of success spent "a fortune and the better part of a lifetime of effort" to produce the "Law of Success" philosophy that forms the basis of his books and that is so powerfully summarized and explained for the general public in this book.<br> <br> In <i>Think and Grow Rich®</i>, Hill draws on stories of Andrew Carnegie, Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, and other millionaires of his generation to illustrate his principles. This book will teach you the secrets that could bring you a fortune. It will show you not only what to do but how to do it. Once you learn and apply the simple, basic techniques revealed here, you will have mastered the secret of true and lasting success.<br> <br> Money and material things are essential for freedom of body and mind, but there are some who will feel that the greatest of all riches can be evaluated only in terms of lasting friendships, loving family relationships, understanding between business associates, and introspective harmony which brings one true peace of mind! All who read, understand, and apply this philosophy will be better prepared to attract and enjoy these spiritual values.<br> <br> <b>BE PREPARED!</b> When you expose yourself to the influence of this philosophy, you may experience a <b>CHANGED LIFE</b> which can help you negotiate your way through life with harmony and understanding and prepare you for the accumulation of abundant material riches.

by Oz Pearlman

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “I have always said that your mind is the most powerful weapon. Oz has learned to master it and is now sharing his tools to help you do the same.” —David Goggins “Oz gets right to the point: Success starts with understanding people. Read Your Mind isn’t about tricks—it’s about tools. If you want to close deals, build real relationships, and take control of any room, this book is your playbook.” —Mark Cuban From one of the most sought-after entertainers today, a powerful, modern twist on How To Win Friends and Influence People that blends the intrigue of mentalism with practical strategies for success. Drawing on over thirty years of experience captivating audiences and accruing psychological insights, Oz Pearlman reveals the techniques and habits that have propelled his extraordinary career and shares the ingenious secrets behind his craft to teach you how to unlock your full potential. You’ll build confidence, sharpen your memory, connect more authentically with others, and eliminate your fears—all through simple, easy-to-master strategies that can be learned in minutes and applied for a lifetime. Read Your Mind helps you turn your focus inward, teaching you how to identify and overcome the mental blocks that hold you back, building habits that stick. Through compelling stories and practical tips, you’ll learn how to: • Master the art of influence to read people, win trust, and shape outcomes • Sharpen your cognitive and emotional intelligence • Overcome rejection, procrastination, and self-doubt  • Tap into the psychology of connection and persuasion You don’t need to be a mentalist to create real, lasting change—you just need to think like one.

by Aldous Huxley

The novel follows Bernard Marx, a discontented member of the elite Alpha caste, and his interactions with John, a "savage" raised outside this controlled civilization. Through their perspectives, Huxley critiques the loss of personal autonomy, the suppression of critical thinking, and the dangers of prioritizing technological progress over humanity's moral and emotional depth. Huxley's work serves as a powerful commentary on consumer culture, totalitarianism, and the consequences of scientific overreach. Its thought-provoking narrative continues to resonate as a cautionary tale about the costs of sacrificing individuality and authentic human connections for societal conformity and artificial happiness.

by Charles Duhigg

<b><i>NEW YORK TIMES</i> BESTSELLER • MORE THAN 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD • This instant classic explores how we can change our lives by changing our habits.</b><br><b><br>“Few [books] become essential manuals for business and living. <i>The Power of Habit</i> is an exception.”—<i>Financial Times</i></b><br><b> </b><br><b>A <i>WALL STREET JOURNAL </i>AND <i>FINANCIAL TIMES </i>BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR</b><br><b><i> </i></b><br>In <i>The Power of Habit, </i>award-winning business reporter<i> </i>Charles Duhigg takes us to the thrilling edge of scientific discoveries that explain why habits exist and how they can be changed. Distilling vast amounts of information into engrossing narratives that take us from the boardrooms of Procter & Gamble to the sidelines of the NFL to the front lines of the civil rights movement, Duhigg presents a whole new understanding of human nature and its potential. At its core, <i>The Power of Habit</i> contains an exhilarating argument: The key to exercising regularly, losing weight, being more productive, and achieving success is understanding how habits work. As Duhigg shows, by harnessing this new science, we can transform our businesses, our communities, and our lives.<br><br><b>With a new Afterword by the author</b>

by Josh Kosnick

<p>Who do you want to be when you grow up? </p><p></p><p>Kids are always asked, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" What we should be asking is who they want to be. It feels like there's so much commanding our attention these days that we can get caught up in the lie that our very identity depends on what we accomplish and how far we can take our careers. </p><p></p><p>The Kairos Code is the raw, redemptive journey of a high-performing leader whose life fell apart-and how he put it back together. Through his transformational 5 Bridges of Kairos, author Josh Kosnick offers a powerful framework for reclaiming your purpose, rebuilding from pain, and rising into the life you were born to lead. </p><p></p><p>In this life-changing book, Josh Kosnick guides you on your path to: </p><p></p><ul><li>Unite your past, present, and future so you can build your legacy </li><li>Take advantage of your God-given gifts by tapping into higher levels of connection and inspiration</li><li>Leverage the 5 Bridges of Kairos to experience the joy and freedom that comes with proper work/life integration</li></ul><p></p><p>Your legacy is not something you leave behind but what you instill in others. </p><p></p><p>Embrace who you are, not what you do.</p><p></p>

by Alan Stein Jr., Jon Sternfeld

<b>Performance coach Alan Stein Jr. shares the secret principles used by world-class performers that will help you improve your productivity and achieve higher levels of success.</b><b><br></b><b> </b>High achievers are at the top of their game because of the discipline they have during the unseen hours. They have made a commitment to establish, tweak, and repeat positive habits in everything they do. RAISE YOUR GAME examines the top leaders in sports and business and proves that success is a result of the little things we do <i>all the time</i>.<br> The basic principles provided in RAISE YOUR GAME are simple, but not easy. We live in an instantly downloadable world that encourages us to skip steps. We are taught to chase what's hot, flashy and sexy and ignore what's basic. But the basics work. They always have and they always will.<br> RAISE YOUR GAME will inspire and empower you to commit to the fundamentals, create a winning mindset, and progress into new levels of success.