Atkins, Dale and Powell, Meris, FROM THE HEART, Henry Holt and Company, New York, 1994, A collection of personal letters written especially for this book, offering a unique perceptive view of marriage and what it means to share a life with someone. Men and women reveal their most intimate thoughts and experiences. 239 pages
Bode, Richard, FIRST YOU HAVE TO ROW A LITTLE BOAT, Warner Pub.-- Inspiring reflections on life and living. 202 pages
Carter, Jimmy, WHY NOT THE BEST, Bantam Book, 1976--Reveals the life, beliefs and faith in America of a U.S. President prior to attaining that high office. paperback 179 pages
De Pree, Max, DEAR ZOE, HarperCollins, 1996. A deeply personal and moving series of letters written by the author to his granddaughter on her difficult birth. In them, the author explores the mystery and miracle of birth, potential, and God's love. 99 pages
Fulford, Robert C., D.O., TOUCH OF LIFE – The Healing Power Of The Natural Life Force, Pocket Books, New York, 1996, Learn the personal history of a remarkable healer and discover practical secrets of health and vitality from the importance of proper breathing to the value of simple stretching. Emphasis on vital energy and the healing power of nature. 193 pages
Gaul, Gilbert, GIANT STEPS: THE STORY OF ONE BOY'S STRUGGLE TO WALK, St. Martin's Press, NYC, 1993, Explores how the medical system deals with disabled children and how society relates to them as poster children while ignoring their real needs. An inspirational story of joy, hope and courage in the face of tremendous odds. 182 pages
Greenspan, Bud, THE OLYMPIANS’ GUIDE TO WINNING THE GAME OF LIFE, Cappy Productions, Santa Monica, CA, 1997 – Olympians share their secrets of success and show how they were able to realize their dreams. Theauthor shows the best of the human spirit—pride, courage, dedication and perseverance. Hard cover, 160 pages.
Lanese, Janet, MOTHERS ARE LIKE MIRACLES, Simon & Schuster1998, Captures all the joy and humor of one of a woman’s most wonderful experiences. Heartwarming observations from Oprah Winfrey, Nora Ephrom and Agatha Christie, poems and words of advice from kids of all ages and suggestions to smooth the rough times. 127 pages
Nagler, Michael, AMERICA WITHOUT VIOLENCE, Island Press, 1982-- Suggests that it is possible to live in a nonviolent world. We must return, Nagler tell us, not to nature, but to the road that nature laid out for us---the road from separateness to unity. 174 pages
Omar Ali-Shah, SUFISM FOR TODAY, Alif Publishing Corporation, New York (date), A collection of talks given by Omar Ali Shah to study groups throughout the world during the 1980's in which he describes how the Sufi Tradition functions and what is required in order to be able to implement the transformation of the self that is the basis of sufism. 213 pages.
Palmer, Arthur J., EDISON: INSPIRATION TO YOUTH, Edison Birthplace Association, OH,1962--A pictorial biography of the famous inventor; an adaptation of the serial entitled "The Life of Thomas A. Edison" which appeared in the daily newspapers of the United States between August and December, 1927, with the consent and approval of Mr. Edison. paper 83 pages
Smedes, Lewis, A PRETTY GOOD PERSON: WHAT IT TAKES TO LIVE WITH COURAGE, GRATITUDE AND INTEGRITY, Harper Collins, San Francisco, 1990, Short chapters punctuated with winsome stories, Smedes helps us to understand how we can be grateful, courageous, whole, self-controlled, discerning and loving." 178 pages
Turnbull, Walter, Dr., LIFT EVERY VOICE: EXPECTING THE MOST AND GETTING THE BEST FROM ALL GOD’S CHILDREN, Hyperion, NYC, 1995 - The author is the Founder and Director of the Boys Choir of Harlem. Here Dr. Turnbull explains how children can realize their potential when we teach them that through discipline, hard work, and self-respect they can attain their highest goals. Soft cover, 234 pages. Illustrations
Viney, Geoff, SURVIVING DEATH, St. Marten’s Press, New York, 1993, Provides a new look at the reality of life after death through examination of scientific evidence, psychic phenomena, and myth. Author puts the concept of death itself on trial, using as his witnesses the countless individuals who have experienced personal contact with the afterlife. 312 pages
Walker & Mehr, THE COURAGE TO ACHIEVE, S & S Pub.--The grads of NYC's Hunter School for Girls. 202 pages
Williams, A. L., ALL YOU CAN DO IS ALL YOU CAN DO, BUT ALL YOU CAN DO IS ENOUGH! Oliver-Nelson Books, 1988. In this book, the author shares his winning six-point system that he used to change his life to become a highly successful leader in the insurance industry, passing such giants as Prudential and New York Life. His ability as a businessman and inspirational leader has earned him many honors and his system for building personal success has been successfully adopted by thousands of people across the U.S. 219 pages.