In a memoir rich with human drama, hard-earned wisdom and enduring life lessons, Ed Hajim recounts the astonishing journey of his life. Kidnapped by his father at the age of three, he drifted through foster homes and orphanages, facing instability and hardship while struggling simply to survive. Despite rejection and deep family trauma, he refused to be defined by deprivation and adversity. Through resilience, discipline and unwavering determination, he rose to achieve the American dream, becoming a successful Wall Street executive, devoted family man and generous philanthropist. Through the Hajim Family Foundation, he has made generous donations to organizations that promote education, health care, arts, culture and conservation and in 2015 he received the Horatio Alger Award given to Americans who exemplify the values of initiative, leadership and commitment to excellence and who have succeeded despite personal adversity.

When a teenage student from Manhattan's elite Dearborn Academy dies on a class trip, three mothers must face the darkest secrets lurking beneath the surface of their lifestyles, their friendships, their children and themselves. As the investigation turns to murder, it becomes clear that everyone—the women, their kids and the school itself—is hiding something. The mothers discover they can no longer trust their own children, the school or each other. Emily Listfield threads together the power of female friendships, the secrets that shake a community and the challenges of parenting. She is the former editor-in-chief of Fitness magazine and executive editor of Parade's HealthyStyle. Her writing appears frequently in Elle, Harper's Bazaar, Allure, The NY Times and other national publications.

Divorce isn't just the division of assets. It's the unraveling of a shared life, and the decisions made in the process that can shape a woman's future for decades. Seasoned divorce expert Beth Kraszewski shares the ten critical minefields women must avoid, from entering negotiations without a post-divorce plan to overlooking tax consequences or assuming a 50-50 split guarantees fairness. She explains how to build the right legal and financial team, how to understand what truly qualifies as a marital asset, and how to use the marital balance sheet as a strategic tool. She also offers guidance on staying grounded during conflict and navigating a toxic or controlling ex-spouse. She maintains that when women align financial choices with long-term goals, they reclaim clarity, confidence and power. She's had multiple appearances on Forbes' Woman Wealth Advisors Best-in-state list, honors from Working Mother Magazine and has received the Raymond James Woman of Distinction Award.

What does it really mean to choose the single life on purpose? Drawing on research from more than 20,000 people, Bella DePaulo PhD explains why many who are "single at heart" experience deep fulfillment, joy and psychological richness outside romantic partnerships. She shares evidence that some singles grow happier with age and may even navigate aging more successfully than those whose lives center on marriage. She also explores the stereotypes aimed at single people and why society's obsession with loneliness often overlooks the profound rewards of solitude and the resilience of those who intentionally choose single life. She's written the column "Living Single" for Psychology Today since 2008; and has been published by the NY Times, the Washington Post and Time magazine. She's been interviewed on The Today Show, CNN American Morning, CBS This Morning, Good Morning America, CBS Sunday Morning and Anderson Cooper 360.

Lena Fein was raised in madness by a violent and controlling mother, obsessed with household cleanliness and the beauty of her porcelain dolls. To survive, she perfected the art of dissociation, racing through school with straight A's, becoming a top producer at a high-tech company, and clicking through two marriages without ever slowing down long enough to fully experience life. At fifty-one, she looks into the eyes of her dying mother, and her warped mirror finally shatters. She begins to experience life in a new way. She learns to feel and forgive, shedding her armor and embracing life. Her story is a testament that healing is possible at any age — and that wholeness is priceless. Lena is an UC Berkeley engineering graduate and a philanthropist based in San Francisco.

Dr. Dale Atkins, author, former Today Show expert and psychologist is best known for sharing guidance on how to navigate life's complicated questions and uncomfortable feelings. Now, she has a new mission: to help generations connect and experience the joy of being present. In her new book, Grandma Sylvia is an enchanting figure who embodies the spirit of a vibrant butterfly. She's warm and welcoming, fearless, and curious about everything. Her granddaughter, Victoria, often finds her belly fluttering when faced with new things and uncertainty. Woven throughout the story is the healing power of nature, offering gentle lessons about resilience and renewal. The butterfly becomes a luminous symbol of transformation, teaching young readers how to navigate loss, embrace shifts, and find hope in all life's cycles.

If you're a well-intentioned man—or care about one—who sometimes becomes impatient, distant, or tense under pressure, bestselling author and psychologist Len Felder PhD, offers a smarter path forward. You'll learn effective, real-world strategies to strengthen mindfulness and build creative cooperation at home, at work, and in your most important relationships. Avoiding abstract theory and empty jargon, he shares practical methods for responding to everyday tension with greater compassion and creativity, deepening intimacy and playfulness in your love life, preventing costly missteps with people you care about, and repairing misunderstandings before they create lasting distance. He has written over one hundred published articles, along with appearing on more than two hundred podcasts, radio interviews, and television programs including The Today Show, CNN News, CBS, NPR, ABC talk radio, Oprah Winfrey, BBC and Canada A.M.

Most people freeze when asked "How are you?" especially when they are not OK. Owen Marcus explains why this seemingly simple question triggers anxiety, how body awareness helps produce grounded, honest answers, and why context matters when choosing what to say. He outlines three practical levels of response that allow people to be truthful without oversharing or overwhelming others. He also explores the cultural pressures that encourage people—especially men—to hide distress. Marcus is the Founder and CEO of MELD (Men's Emotional Leadership Development) demonstrating the transformative potential of evidence-based peer support. He is also a founding member of the United States Association for Body Psychotherapy and a member of Division 51 of the American Psychological Association.