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How do we define genius? Standardized testing to measure intelligence began in the first half of the 20th century, but a high IQ score is only one way to quantify genius. In this audiobook, Eureka! The Science of Genius, we review the latest research on the nature of intellectual and creative achievement, including traits that geniuses tend to share, how much of their ability is nature versus nurture, the cognitive processes involved during the stages of discovery and creativity, and, most importantly, what we can do to enhance intelligence.

An exposé of the gender gap in entrepreneurship and a road map for a more inclusive and economically successful future for us all Journalist and professor Susanne Althoff investigates the obstacles women and nonbinary entrepreneurs—especially those of color—face when launching, funding, and...

A fascinating journey through history and culture, examining how makeup affects self-empowerment, how people have used it to define (and defy) their roles in society, and why we all need to care There is a history and a cultural significance that comes with wearing cat-eye-inspired liner or a...

Medical mistakes are more pervasive than we think. How can we improve outcomes? An acclaimed MD’s rich stories and research explore patient safety. Patients enter the medical system with faith that they will receive the best care possible, so when things go wrong, it’s a profound and painful...

A trenchant yet sympathetic portrait of Lee Miller, one of the iconic faces and careers of the twentieth century. Carolyn Burke reveals Miller as a multifaceted woman: both model and photographer, muse and reporter, sexual adventurer and mother, and, in later years, gourmet cook—the last of...

An over-the-top psychological thriller that tells the story of the scorned wife of a billionaire and her delicious plot to get revenge and bring him to his knees—a "sexy, deliciously dark journey" (Los Angeles Times) from a global superstar. Faye has loved Jack since they were students at...

""This book will quietly thrill you and deeply connect you with your children. It will give you the feeling I can do this."" - Kim John Payne, bestselling author of Simplicity Parenting Storytelling is one of the oldest and most essential skills known to humankind, a timeless parenting tool that...

From bestselling author Beth Wiseman come four sweet stories centered around celebrations in the Amish community: rumschpringe, baptism, weddings, and Christmas. The Gift of Sisters Hannah and Rachel are fraternal twins approaching their sixteenth birthday—a time when they will be allowed to...

When it comes to happiness rankings, Finland always scores near the top. Many Finnish phenomena set the bar high: the best education system, gender equality, a flourishing welfare state, sisu or bull-headed pluck. Behind all of these accomplishments lies a Finnish ability to stay calm, healthy...

A provocative look at how and what Americans eat and why—a flavorful blend of The Omnivore’s Dilemma, Salt Sugar Fat, and Freakonomics that reveals how the way we live shapes the way we eat. Food writer and Culinary Institute of America program director Sophie Egan takes readers on an...

One-day admission: $15. Summer job: Pros: Living on my own (plus roommates); Rides are free (but avoid the roller coasters-too scary!); Super-hot coworker...Cons: Periodic homesickness; Dressing like Gretel for job in fairyland gift shop; Super-hot coworker....and boyfriend back home.

Dr. Patricia Allen's jam-packed seminars in Los Angeles have resulted in over two thousand marriages. Now you too can take advantage of this proven step-by-step program.

Welcome to Charleston, South Carolina, where the local pastor saved a very special litter of Chihuahuas and put them to work as a tiny therapy dogs. Each puppy helps to create a miracle in the lives of the women who foster them, bringing healing, redemption, and of course, love.

Abigail Sutton's husband didn't survive the war, leaving her pregnant, alone, and questioning God's plan. To pick up the pieces of her broken life, she must now return to her childhood home in Charleston in this tender and unforgettable novel from New York Times bestselling author Melissa Storm. When a rare snowstorm blankets the city on Christmas eve, a Chihuahua takes shelter in the church's nativity display to give birth to her litter. Abigail's father, the pastor of the local church, rescues the shivering pups and entrusts them to his daughters care.

Riley McKinley adores Christmas. But this year, instead of decking the halls, she's chasing a career-defining deal away from home. Sebastian Rockwell, on the other hand, is a total grinch, who'd rather be out playing in the snow than taking part in a frenzy of festivities. When a devastating avalanche traps them together, it will have them questioning the meaning of the holidays. Could an unexpected romance redefine the spirit of the season for them both?

Mandy Rockwell has a bun in the oven and sugary dreams dancing in her head. Sure, she's hit pause on the whole "men" thing, but opening her dream bakery? That's a recipe she's still perfecting, even if it involves moving back to grandma's cozy nook. Enter Luke Ward. Once a pediatric pro, a heart-wrenching event has him shifting gears. While the idea of treating kids is off the table, his passion for healing hasn't dimmed a bit. And now tending to a lively community of retirees feels like it just might be the perfect fit.

Charlie Rockwell is all about living in the moment. Commitments aren't in her playbook. At least not until she falls hard... for a soulful-eyed rescue dog she spots on TV. Adopting him is a no-brainer. But handling his doggy quirks? Well, that's a different story. Will Porter is nursing a badly bruised heart. Who needs people when dogs are so much better? Especially his ever-faithful golden retriever. When Charlie and Will literally crash into each other at the local dog park, sparks fly, tails wag, and suddenly, everything they thought they knew about relationships gets tossed up in the air.

When Louise Gordon left her small Alaskan hometown, she vowed to keep those snow-touched memories—and a certain heartbreak—far behind her. But a call from the past tugs her back, with every intention of making it a whirlwind visit to settle an estate. Easy in, easy out, without so much as a glance at the one who once shattered her dreams. Brady Rockwell, on the other hand, has his cowboy boots firmly planted in Alaska's soil. The star rodeo rider has seen many horizons but always felt the shadow of the one that got away. In a town where everyone knows everyone, it's hard not to think of her.

Cassie Brown is knee-deep in hay and hope, wrangling every ounce of grit she has to save her cherished family ranch. The word "distraction" isn't in her dictionary—until it shows up wearing cleats. Enter Rhett Rockwell, the touchdown titan with a flashy smile and footballs flying off his boots. While the roar of the crowd fills his ears, there's still a whisper of something...or someone...missing from his playbook.

Josephine Hannah, Hollywood's sparkling gem, might dazzle on screen, but off-camera? She's more tongue-tied damsel than daring diva, especially with those pesky paparazzi flashing in her face. Enter Dan Rockwell: not an action star, but a real-life, pulse-pounding firefighter-paramedic. His world doesn't have room for scripts - every day is a high-stakes improv scene. So, when a twist of fate (and an ankle) throws Josephine into Dan's dashing arms, both are left wondering if this unexpected pairing is the plot twist they've been waiting for.