Tuesdays with Morrie : an old man, a young man, and life's greatest lesson by
A rekindled relationship between Mitch and his former professor Morrie turned into one final "class": lessons in how to live. Tuesdays with Morrie is a magical chronicle of their time together, through which Mitch shares Morrie's lasting gift with the world. 192 pages.
Jessie de la Cruz - YA by
A field worker from the age of five, Jessie knew poverty, harsh working conditions, and the exploitation of Mexicans and all poor people. Her response was to take a stand. She joined the fledgling United Farm Workers union and, at Cesar Chavez's request, became its first woman recruiter. She also participated in strikes, helped ban the crippling short-handle hoe, became a delegate to the Democratic National Convention, testified before the Senate, and met with the Pope. 116 pages.
Spare parts : four undocumented teenagers, one ugly robot, and the battle for the American dream - YA by
In 2004, four Latino teenagers from Phoenix, AZ arrived at the Marine Advanced Technology Education Robotics Competition at the University of California. The Phoenix teenagers had scraped together less than $1,000 and built their robot out of scavenged parts. Guess what happened? 224 pages.
A Man Named Dave by
The journey of Dave Pelzer is completed as he confronts his abusive parents and seeks to create a life filled with love and acceptance 290 pages.
Put on Your Crown: life-changing moments on the path to queendom. by
The Queen had to overcome a series of challenges--difficult moments--before she knew she was going to emerge triumphant. The question is, how can we learn from them and use them to turn ourselves into strong, confident women? Queen Latifah provides the often surprising answers in this inspiring book 197 pages.
The Man Who Listens to Horses by
Monty Roberts is a real-life horse whisperer. Roberts has acquired an unprecedented understanding of nonverbal communication, an understanding that applies to human relationships as well. 258 pages.
Chicken soup for the college soul : inspiring and humorous stories about college by
This collection of stories will help you smoothly pass through the rough parts of college while appreciating the new opportunities and experiences. 340 pages.
Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul: 101 stories to celebrate, honor, and inspire the nursing profession by
A collection of more than one hundred stories of inspiration and motivation for nurses and other health care professionals on such themes as love, teaching and learning, challenges, miracles, perspective, gratitude, defining moments, and the true meaning of nursing. 361 pages.
Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul Journal by
Your hopes, your dreams, your life - Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul Journal gives you the perfect outlet to record your personal stories, feelings and experiences, in a way that is both fun and challenging. 340 pages.
When God Whispers Your Name by
Book has stories from the Bible, some are drawn from everyday life and all will tell you the story of your life. Listen for the Father's gentle whisper that can erase your doubts, your sorrow, your weariness and despair. 232 pages.
Twelve extraordinary women : how God shaped women of the Bible and what He wants to do with you - YA by
Stories of 12 women of the Bible who were important to God's plan revealed in the Old and New Testaments. 219 pages.