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Cover art for THE MYTHS OF HAPPINESS
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Released: Jan. 7, 2013

"Informative and engaging."
Lyubomirsky (Psychology/Univ. of California, Riverside; The How of Happiness, 2008) dismantles culturally generated myths of happiness and offers strategies to help people "reach and exceed [their personal] happiness potentials." Read full book review >
Cover art for MASTERMIND
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Released: Jan. 7, 2013

"Will enthrall Baker Street aficionados while introducing many readers to the mindful way of life."
A psychologist's guide to mindful thinking in the vein of Sherlock Holmes. Read full book review >
Cover art for MAKE YOUR BRAIN SMARTER
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Released: Jan. 1, 2013

"A decent cross section of research and practical ideas about exercising and maintaining brain function."
The founder of the Center for BrainHealth reviews recent research in brain studies and techniques to keep brains in peak condition. Read full book review >
Cover art for HOW TO STAY SANE
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Released: Jan. 1, 2013

"Using stories from her therapy practice to illustrate her points as well as numerous exercises to conduct alone, with a loved one or within a group, Perry brings new light to a well-visited subject."
A self-help book for combating the stress of today. Read full book review >
Cover art for ENCOUNTERING AMERICA
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Released: Jan. 1, 2013

"An illuminating cultural history."
Grogan reveals the seminal, but frequently overlooked, influence of the postwar humanistic psychology movement in creating what is sometimes described as today's "therapy culture," which includes employee retreats, seminars on sensitivity training, the proliferation of support groups and more. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE LITTLE BOOK OF HEARTBREAK
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Released: Jan. 1, 2013

"Most of the essays are intriguing and detailed, but others will leave readers wanting more."
Fun but uneven collection of essays on the love troubles of historical and cultural figures. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE WISDOM OF COMPASSION
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Released: Jan. 1, 2013

"Although readers may not be able to spend five hours a day in meditation and prayer like the Dalai Lama, they will come away with a better sense of the importance of communication, forgiveness and empathy, regardless of the circumstances."
Tales of kindness and understanding from the Dalai Lama. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE ICARUS DECEPTION
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Released: Jan. 1, 2013

"Enjoyable, if not particularly enlightening, take on the new economy."
Popular business writer Godin (Whatcha Gonna Do with that Duck?: And Other Provocations, 2006–2012, 2012, etc.) offers a self-help guide to surviving and thriving in the new, postindustrial economy. Read full book review >
Cover art for HOW TO THINK MORE ABOUT SEX
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Released: Jan. 1, 2013

"A well-rounded examination of the ways we can marry intelligent thought and physical pleasure."
It's not the quantity of thought about sex, but rather the quality of thought about sex. Read full book review >
Cover art for MAKING HABITS, BREAKING HABITS
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Released: Jan. 1, 2013

"Making changes does take longer than we may expect--no 30-day, 30-pounds-lighter quick fix--but by following the guidelines laid out by Dean, readers have a decent chance at establishing fulfilling, new patterns."
Self-help on establishing new daily routines. Read full book review >
Cover art for ASSHOLES
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Released: Dec. 4, 2012

"While there are moments of great insight and outright hilarity, the book feels more like a sharp magazine article or clever website than a full-length book."
Great title, clever concept, average execution. Read full book review >
Cover art for A ROAD BACK FROM SCHIZOPHRENIA
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Released: Dec. 1, 2012

"Emphasizing a personal approach to clients is not unique to Lauveng, but this chronicle of her specific experiences carries extra weight."
A "former schizophrenic" now working as a clinical psychologist describes her experiences and treatment. Read full book review >