Books most popular in the United States●Professional & Technical

Release date: 2023-04-04 Genre:Professional & Technical > Law $15.99

Release date: 2022-10-28 Genre:Professional & Technical > Education $4.99

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1. Sophia L. Grace - What an amazing book about animals! As a parent, I am always looking for books that are both educational and engaging for my kids, and this book does not disappoint. The illustrations are beautiful and really bring the animals to life on the page. My kids loved learning about all the different animals featured in the book, from lions and tigers to penguins and pandas. The information provided is perfect for young readers, with just the right level of detail to keep them interested and excited to learn more. This book has quickly become a favorite in our household, and I would highly recommend it to any parent looking to inspire a love of animals in their children. Five stars!
2023-03-20

Release date: 2022-10-28 Genre:Professional & Technical > Education $4.99

Release date: 2023-03-22 Genre:Professional & Technical > Law $19.99

Release date: 2020-01-07 Genre:Professional & Technical > Law $9.99

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1. Outstanding Book - I read this book while recovering from hip surgery. Heavy subject matter and so well documented citing many legal cases and precedents for court decisions and legal and law enforcement practices. Ms. Alexander makes a very strong case for the racial discriminatory practices since the War On Drugs was initiated, which has covertly marginalized the majority of poor African American males over the past years since the civil rights movement, kept deliberately under the racial radar, making it legally impossible to use racial discrimination defense for the majority of incarcerated black males during the “tough on crime” era emphasizing individual poor choices of criminality. Very powerful book that should be required high school and college reading for all American youth. I was totally astonished to learn that Ms. Alexander wrote the book while raising three young children! A multitasking genius!
2021-12-10

2. Window into America’s Soul - I was reluctant to read this for a long time. The hesitation grounded in the understanding that once you dive into the ugly truth nothing will ever look the same again. Even worse, you in turn will be consumed with bitterness and despondency. So, you avoid truths as powerful as this book and look for other convenient narratives. I can say after reading this gripping account of how America’s deep racial animus is masked behind the “rule of law” and “criminal justice system,” it is high time to rip the bandaid off. In doing so, you’ll see how Michelle Alexander gives us a detailed glimpse into the rotting of America’s soul. A machine that does not care that the outcomes don’t warrant the methods. So, why would we perpetuate this system if not for hate? The decomposition of America’s soul is rooted in the regularly reimagined systems of dehumanization of minorities and black men in particular. In its latest incarnation, the orchestrators of oppression have built the most durable system of control ever devised and we all sit idly letting it happen. The single thread of hope is that in knowing the tools and methods of the oppressors we can maybe turn the tide.
2021-05-23

3. Almost Completely Wrong - The author twists the facts and applies poor reasoning in order to conclude that mass incarceration since the war on drugs started in is intentionally designed to control the black population of the United States. She has some wonderful points about flaws in our criminal justice system, and if she had stuck to those facts, this could have been a wonderful book. But every true flaw she mentions, she twists to impute motives and make the flaw about intentional population control of black Americans. Many, perhaps most, of the statistics she provides are stripped of their context—except for speculative context she makes up—and the statistics are almost never given any sort of comparative qualifications when those qualifications might hurt the point she wants to make. She never actually proves anything. She assumes the truth of her conclusion, but she never provides any actual reasoning or evidence to support her conclusion. The book is one long example of logical fallacy. She begs the question, when she should be proving it.
2020-08-29

4. Very factual & Eye Opening - The author brings up multiple-facts, provokes the reader to question the claims in the book, and guides the reader through historical examples. This book is for every US Citizen (White, Black, Asian, Native American, etc). The people who left bad reviews & say this book is propaganda never read the book. They could have at least read the audio bool.
2020-07-14

5. Informative & Powerful - Although not a light read, this book is thought provoking & informative. It explains the reasons why there’s a system that is beyond flawed. Knowing the history, laws, politics, etc. gives you a greater understanding of why the system was designed the way it is and what needs to be done to address systemic racism.
2020-07-07

Release date: 2023-03-21 Genre:Professional & Technical > Engineering $14.99

Release date: 2014-02-01 Genre:Professional & Technical > Medical $9.99

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1. Thoughts on book - For a RN in with yrs experience as a RN, this book literally makes you think outside of "the box" that we are taught or think we know about our money and finances. This book isn't just for physicians, but anyone that is moving up financially and wanting to learn how to set yourself up for success, or a nice future, while still in our 's and 's. So glad I came across this gem and highly recommend!
2023-03-14

2. Fantastic and Important Book! - After reading this book, I get the feeling that I just added hundreds of thousands of dollars to my net worth: not by get rich quick schemes but by being given a head start into the financial world. I can easily see me wasting years and significant money through trial and error as a DIY investor having not read this book. I just graduated medical school and feel very blessed to have been recommended this book so early in my career. There is lots of great advice related to many aspects of investing. I can tell that lots of experience and time researching has been put into this book and is there to benefit anyone who is lucky enough to read it. Great book, I highly recommend it!
2017-12-23

3. Great resource - I rarely take the time to review things online, but this book is worth every penny. I am absolutely confident I will refer back to its pages and recommended additional resources throughout my career as a physician. It doesn't contain any earth-shattering secrets of investing, but does a wonderful job of teaching a layman about the basic tenets of sound investing, especially when you are entering a career with a high earning potential.
2016-09-11

4. Buy this book - I can’t say how much I enjoyed this book. I recommend it to all my colleuges when they ask about financial advice. It is a quick read, aimed at the educated professional with not a whole lot of knowledge of finance. Take a look at that other book selling website to see how it has stars and many many ratings. This book should be handed out to st year medical students and interns when they start residency.
2016-02-28

5. Must Read for Physicians - As a mid-career EM attending who is financial stable (but could always improve), I really enjoyed and learned from Dr. Dahle’s book. It is both an entertaining and informative read. It is helpful regardless of your status as a medical student, resident or attending and will help one avoid (or mitigate) the financial fecal matter that physicans of all kinds seem prone to step into. The ROI realized by purchasing this book is substantial.
2015-11-06

Release date: 2009-10-13 Genre:Professional & Technical > Medical $1.99

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1. Intriguingly written, horribly biased - At the very beginning of the book, the author talks about the need to remain unbiased and present only the facts when dealing with a subject such as this. However, the author clearly forgets this in pages of contradictory and incredibly biased summary of Plum Island's existence as a germ research center. The facts he does present are so tainted with his negative bias that it throws everything he writes in question. For instance, in one chapter he lists all of the failings of former director Dr. Callis; yet, in the very next chapter, he paints Callis in a more positive light when compared to the regime that replaced him. I tried to finish reading the book, and I got within pages of the ending, but I finally became too frustrated to continue. I am a biologist, and the title and subject of the book intrigued me. I had a very pleasant experience reading "Demon in the Freezer," about smallpox and anthrax, and I had hoped for a similar experience with this book. I was very disappointed, and consider this a waste of time and money. Reader discretion advised.
2013-08-08

Release date: 2022-09-06 Genre:Professional & Technical > Medical > Nursing $20.99

Release date: 2018-02-12 Genre:Professional & Technical > Medical $9.99

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1. This book gave me knew hope - Thank you Dr. Ruscio for writing this book. For years, I ignored my symptoms, including bloating, gas, low sex drive, migraines and skin issues. Three years ago I actively started working on a solution. Unfortunately, after multiple western doctors and two naturopaths, I still have gut issues that are life restricting. I ended up having candida and SIBO. I’ve tried strict diets, two rounds of herbal supplements and two rounds of antibiotics and my symptoms are still there. It’s been really frustrating. After reading this book I have new hope. It’s written in a way that you can actually understand and the -step action plan outlines what you need to do and in what order to get to your personal ideal microbiome. If you’ve got IBS, IBD, Crohns or other gut ailments, stop wasting your time with doctors who don’t get it. I highly recommend you read this book.
2021-07-31

Release date: 2023-03-24 Genre:Professional & Technical > Law $19.99

Release date: 2023-03-24 Genre:Professional & Technical > Education $10.99

Release date: 2023-03-24 Genre:Professional & Technical > Design $10.99

Release date: 2021-06-07 Genre:Professional & Technical > Engineering > Aeronautics $9.99

Release date: 2020-08-04 Genre:Professional & Technical > Medical > Neuroscience $14.99

Release date: 2019-02-13 Genre:Professional & Technical > Education $0.99

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1. Excellent Advice - This little book was outstanding! Its clear directions were a relief to read in a world awash with political correctness. Some may find the idea of rules restricting. I, however, found it edifying. This book is a good source of advice to the writer, whether a beginner or an expert.
2022-10-29

Release date: 2023-03-18 Genre:Professional & Technical > Law $24.99

Release date: 2022-05-12 Genre:Professional & Technical > Law $3.99

Release date: 2022-10-25 Genre:Professional & Technical > Medical $16.99

Release date: 2022-12-01 Genre:Professional & Technical > Engineering $59.99

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1. Newer tech here - I bought this E book day one. I read it In a couple days and really enjoyed it. I bought it because I got stumped really bad on a inverter mini split no heat. This book gave me all the recourses to confidently fix the issue at hand. I’m not sure why the rating on here shows an average of three stars because that’s nonsense. I recommend this book to literally everyone I know.
2023-02-15

2. Excellent book - Insightful and structured very well. I found the information informative as well as interesting enough to sit and read. The book is almost structured like a graphic novel in a good way. The colors and imagery are dynamic making this not just a book but an invaluable tool. James Kelly
2023-01-10

Release date: 2023-03-14 Genre:Professional & Technical > Education $15.99

Release date: 2022-09-06 Genre:Professional & Technical > Medical > Nursing $29.99

Release date: 2023-03-21 Genre:Professional & Technical > Education > Language Arts & Disciplines $14.99

Release date: 2021-05-01 Genre:Professional & Technical > Engineering $5.99

Release date: 2011-05-10 Genre:Professional & Technical > Education > Language Arts & Disciplines $14.99

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1. A book worth reading once is worth reading twice (or four times!) - The authors teach you how to read great books like you'll have them for a few days then never see them again--giving you the tools you need to make them your own and to remember them in a year or a decade. This includes learning to read on four different levels: analytically, synthetically, critically, and syntopically (more than one author on the same topic). Once you master the book, practice the techniques in a seminar or in a reading group. It's hard to read great books on your own (they are rarely easy to understand, or they would not be called great). It takes support and a few months to turn these reading techniques into habits.
2016-02-14

Release date: 2022-11-22 Genre:Professional & Technical > Education $4.99

Release date: 2022-10-28 Genre:Professional & Technical > Education $4.99

Release date: 2022-11-23 Genre:Professional & Technical > Education $3.99

Release date: 1999-10-12 Genre:Professional & Technical > Education $11.99

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1. Life changing - I saw the movie and now am just midway through this. I feel privey to these students' inner most thoughts and lives. What a priveledge that they have allowed me to enter their world. You all have change the way I see things and have made me a less judgmental, passionate and caring person. Thank you for sharing with me. Yeats gets credit for saying- There are no strangers only friends we haven't met yet.
2022-05-14

2. The Freedom Writers - Best book I have read about teenagers in trouble with the public schools system. I am originally from Long Beach, CA and was actually a student at Wilson High from - & had to drop out of high school cause of a nd pregnancy. This book is amazing because of how I relate to some of the stories in the students diaries. Thank God my mother moved to Northern CA and I was able to graduate from high school take a short course and ended up finding an awesome job working for the Federal Government. Now my girls are age & both graduates and now in college best feeling ever. Now I need to visit The Freedom Writers Foundation and donate cash for the best of other needed students. I have also referred other co-workers to purchase the book and donate to foundation to assist those in need. Love & will continue to encourage other to share the wealth. I must say this books was actually read by my son a few years ago and I kept putting it aside to read until now. I must admit that I was scared to picture my self back in the days or admitting to some of these awful things that I was part off back then. My son now loves reading and failed in love with this book & Anne Franks Diary. So Thanks to my baby boy for the recommendation.
2013-03-26

3. Better than most - Most of the books my school picks for summer reading are pretty lame, so when I saw that this was an option and read the description I was pretty excited. The first half of the book did not disappoint. Every kid had a different hardship and story that kept me interested and there was always something I, or anyone else, could relate to. However, the latter half left me unsatisfied. It was boring and basically the same thing was repeated over and over for the last or so diary entries. Yes, (spoiler alert) everyone graduated and lived happily ever after. Good for them, but I don't need to hear about the same exact thing times, just slightly reworded each time. But if you like a good, heartwarming story about the average high schooler packed with cheesy life lessons, go for it.
2012-08-21

4. Surprised - This book is a lot better than I thought it would be. I had to read for school for a bio report and I actually wanted to read a different book but thought I should put this as my first choice becauase of my bad luck. Well I ended up getting this one anyway. I am so happy. It is amazing and so much better than I thought it would be. I did find some content a little offensive but I can understand how it was not meant to hurt. But it was good.
2011-11-12

Release date: 2015-03-16 Genre:Professional & Technical > Medical > Psychiatry $5.99

Release date: 2010-08-03 Genre:Professional & Technical > Law $11.99

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1. Necessity to law students - This was an excellent account of a law students struggles even if it is difficult at times to relate to someone who attended HLS. I was disappointed in the end as it seemed to preach more than describe, but the author has reserved the right to do so. Still a necessary read for any future or current law student. I would recommend any young man or woman who so much as thinks they might attend law school read this book.
2018-12-16

2. A Must-Read for Would-Be Law Students - As a law student hopeful, I already feel indebted to Turow moments after finishing "One L". The book sheds light on what is an otherwise occult world, that of a Harvard law student. The book is an entertaining yet informative balance of autobiography, general information on law, and in the end, pedagogical analysis of law schooling. Written in , the world Turow describes and the one we live in today differ almost in every facet. For example, Turow writes with incredulous fascination that big corporate law firms could bill their clients up to $ per hour. I balked at the number, thinking it low, until I calculated for inflation and realized that the number would have been in dollars. Artifacts of social changes such as this are prevalent throughout the book, but Turow argues that law education, predominantly, is immune to the same cultural shifts. Real estate law, he writes, requires an understanding of medieval legislature to be fully absorbed as a student. The methods of teaching the courses, the Socratic method, is a centuries old tradition. While the prudent applicant will seek further reading for more current accounts of law school, I doubt they will find one more honest, transparent and power as Turow's.
2015-01-04

3. Nailed the emotions of L year - I found myself nodding in recognition at many passages in this memoir. I amp reading it in a break of my second year, at a lower tiered law school, and I found much still the same as described, especially the emotional reactions to bully professors and gunners (Kyle) in the story. But there are indeed some of the changes he suggests fully integrated in my law school, especially the practical. Also being a lower tiered school, most of the focus is on immediate practice skills. The assumption is you have to eat first right out of school and you don't have years to be an anonymous associate at a huge firm,,for a high salary. Our grads hang their shingle immediately or work for the DA or Legal Aid or similar.
2012-12-21

4. Highly Recommended - As a current L, this book has been a life saver for me. If for no other reason than that in the candid recounting of Turow's fears, disquietudes, frustrations, and uncertainties I found myself no longer feeling like the only one struggling, I highly recommend this work as a rescue ring on the tumultuous L sea.
2012-01-12

Release date: 2012-02-14 Genre:Professional & Technical > Medical $4.99

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1. Confuses - Purchased the book as I started in the OR during my clinical rotations for some last minute studying. I have the hard copy at home and was extremely excited for some of the features. So I made the purchase, waited for it to download.. and it tells me that I’m unable to open the book... I hope I didn’t just waste money on it.
2019-12-16

Release date: 2017-03-07 Genre:Professional & Technical > Law $19.99

Release date: 2018-12-24 Genre:Professional & Technical > Medical > Nursing $57.99

Release date: 2010-11-16 Genre:Professional & Technical > Medical $16.99

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1. Extremely captivating - I am extremely impressed by how the author manages to make a book about cancer so captivating. Mukherjee describes the human journey of tackling cancer’s treatments, causes and potential cures through vivid stories of scientists, doctors, and advocates and their tireless pursuit of a cure.
2019-01-01

2. Empowering - I was diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia in May of . My CML is under control. This book helped me deal with my initial shock and anxiety over being told that I have a blood cancer. It is difficult to read of the suffering endured by many over the centuries but immensely heartening to hear of the courage and triumph of many. If you have cancer or are sensitive, keep a tissue or handkerchief close and be prepared for a roller coaster of emotions. Read it to the end. You will not be sorry.
2013-01-16

3. The Emperor of all Maladies - This biography of cancer was presented remarkably well. I was concerned that the subject matter would be rather complex and at times boring, but surprisingly encountered an exciting and gripping storyline. The scientific and medical discussions of various accounts of cancel occurrences were woven with such simplicity that the reader did not have to resort to a reference manual for explanations. I now have a much better understanding of cancel and since I tend to gravitate towards the optimistic side, I think cancer will surely be eradicated in all its forms.
2011-05-19

4. Must read - This is a beautiful book about an ugly illness. Yes there is a lot of science but there is also a gripping plot that keeps you turning the page to find out what happens next. It is a particularly fascinating look at the men and women of science - how much major advances depend on the most minor and mundane forces: you like you co- workers, you didn't get enough sleep, there was a snowstorm. I highly recommend it for anyone whose life has been touched by cancer.
2011-01-31

Release date: 2013-11-05 Genre:Professional & Technical > Design $12.99

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1. Pretty Disappointing - I was initially excited to read this book, but I found it to be less and less interesting as it progressed. There are some nuggets of wisdom in here, but they are buried under so much fluff. I was hoping to see a lot more examples of simple yet brilliant design concepts found in the world around us, perhaps things that aren’t commonly noticed. What I got instead from this book was mostly the author ranting about the design process or the inevitable inefficiency of technological progression. Very boring.
2022-09-22

Release date: 2014-10-21 Genre:Professional & Technical > Law $12.99

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1. The Truth - Written in , Just Mercy provides a timeless narrative that educates the common public, breaks down walls of bias, and promotes unity among its readers. As a result of recent current events regarding race and equality, there seems to be a growing division among Americans. Polarizing beliefs seem to taint the grandeur of America, causing us to spend more time groveling in our differences rather than discovering ways to overcome clear obstacles. As a Harvard alumni, and practicing lawyer, Brian Stevenson shows clear examples of inequality, racism, and corruption as he details the stories of men, women, and children sentenced to life in prison or worse, death row. Through the stories told, and the genius use of an educational tone, Stevenson captivates readers from all walks of life—black and white, conservative and liberal. As a result, he exposes the uninformed, biased way of thinking so prevalent in society, and enables his readers to see these complex issues through a new light. While it is normal, and in fact important, to develop thoughts and opinions surrounding these topics, Stevenson shows it is also important to consider the other side of the coin. In the end, Just Mercy invites us to reevaluate our stance on race and equality. He invites us to be more understanding, more willing to seek out facts and knowledge that will inform our opinions, and ultimately invites us to be more unified with our fellow man.
2021-10-20

2. Amazing, yet heartbreaking! - As an Alabamian born and raised and what is considered to be a minority as well as not being “well off” financially, this story hits hard. I’m so thankful that Mr. Stevenson and his staff work as tirelessly as they do for anyone, regardless of race, income, or background. While I’ve never been on the “wrong side of the law”, Walter McMillan’s tragedy could befall any of us at any time. The way that was treated is an absolute nightmare!
2021-09-23

3. Difficult - This book was extremely difficult to read because what is written is true. I had to put this book down several times and walk away. The world we live in must be changed for the good and justice should not be something we have to pray for, it should be given freely to all men no matter the race or creed.
2021-01-29

4. An absolute “must read”. - This story is a deep dive into the struggle of racial inequality. It brings a very human story and very real insight to the discussion of pervasive systemic racism in America. It keeps you fully engaged, at the age of your seat and leaves you somehow both enraged and hopeful. To anyone who has the gall and ignorance to proclaim “racism is dead” - I wish they would read this book.
2020-11-20

5. Fighting to Live - In every sector of American Life we are becoming more and more disconnected from our neighbors. That disconnect finds its way into bad policies that only further widens the gulf. This book illustrates how that disconnect leads to a disastrous human toll and the cruelest injustices in the legal system. This book, The th, The New Jim Crow, and many others often leave me gutted of hope at one end, and tearfully joyful for the few stories where things do work out. Everyone needs to hear these stories and truths of where we fail each other. Everyone needs to ask themselves why do we destroy each other so ruthlessly? Everyone needs to ask themselves, am I really safer when a miscarriage of justice is allowed to go unchecked? The sad thing is that Mr. Stevenson’s memoir highlights one key blinding point in modern society. It costs us more to uphold systems of racial and socio-economic divide, then it would if we provided the resources and funding to education, mental health, and social safety nets. If we did those things, then we would be truly safer.
2020-06-13

6. Powerful piece - This book is very moving. For many who may be curious as to how some end up on the path to incarceration or even death row this book as answers to many of your questions. This book is both heartfelt and eye watering. Bryan Stevenson perfectly narrates the stories of many people who have fallen victim to an unjust justice system. While taking a look into the side of injustice involving discrimination of race and gender. The author also includes parts of his own personal injustice involving the racist Alabama police department. Adding the connection that even he himself is also a victim to the justice system. I give this book five stars because it truly is a five star story. Steven adds so much passion into his writing it’d be impossible for him not to motivate the reader to become a lawyer for all death row inmates too. He exposes many flaws in the criminal justice system from the past and the present issues it faces today. I’ll also add that I give this book five star because it is educates many readers who are not every enlightened to the many different forms of discrimination. Racism, income, and economic ranking are just a few of the different types of discrimination discussed in this book. He expresses that just about anyone can be failed by the criminal justice system. I’d like to give praise to the author for taking the time to shine light on so many topics that many of us choose to ignore. For opening the eyes of many readers to a reality of criminal injustice that could just as easily be ours. Also to changing the minds of many who may have believed that the death penalty was ok and now do not. There’s always three sides of every story the first side, the second side and the truth, Bryan Stevenson does a very good job at telling all three sides to every story. Narrating as though the reader is there living the story themselves. This is such a great read, if you’re lucky enough to get your hands on one of these you’ll never want to put it down.
2019-05-12

7. Captivating...and sad - I just made it through chapter with tears streaming down my cheeks. I can tell you right now, this book will make you mad, sad, and all the emotions in between. It is written with such great detail, you start to feel like you went to law school! (I have not yet finished undergrad...so don’t feel like you need a formal education to understand.) I IMPLORE people of all races, nationality’s, backgrounds and beliefs to please read this book. It will bury its stories deep down in your soul, and leave you harvesting the fruit of its truth for years to come.
2019-03-20

8. We are all Human - In Bryan Stevenson's "Just Mercy", we are reminded that we are all human. That any emotions we might have toward an individual or about a situation, there is another side of that story. He reminds us that every person is worthy of God's grace and mercy, especially those who are the most vulnerable in society. While some see Mr. Stevenson as an apologist for vicious criminals, it is clear that he is devoted to giving everyone their constitutional right to an attorney and a shoulder to lean on in their darkest hours. Many people cannot fathom working so many hours to help someone, only to have them be strapped down and killed in front of you. Mr. Stevenson is an angel from God for these condemned people. This book is a taste of that journey that so few of us would consider ever venturing on. Excellent book
2017-07-22

9. Just Mercy - This book was so inspiring but heartbreaking. The brutal truth of the injustice in our justice system made me completely change my mind on the death penalty. Mostly though it taught me the real meaning of mercy. The importance of compassion and the reality that I too am broken, but I'm not ashamed of it anymore now. We are all somewhat broken, and those of us who can admit it can perhaps be there to be a stone catcher, and someone to lean on. Thank you for writing the best and most important book I have ever read. Thank you for your sacrifice, grace, compassion and mercy for the hundreds you have helped and the many more that you have given hope. You will be shocked to know that I am a conservative who has always believed in the death penalty. I am the Mother of a son who was in ICU for eight days after being brutally attacked, and no one was ever held accountable. And yet this book changed everything for me and my belief system. That's quite an accomplishment. Thank you for giving me the gift of peace and mercy. I wish I could meet you one day just to give you someone to lean on for a few moments and give me a chance to say thank you.
2015-09-22

10. Very interesting - I really enjoyed the read - a fascinating insight into the criminal justice system and those it's not serving well. I had known a lot of the statistics and an overview about juvenile lifers, but seeing it all in one place interwoven with a personal narrative was an entirely new experience.
2015-08-24

11. A Life Changing Must Read - Just Mercy left me speechless. Bryan Stevenson's journey in and of itself is inspiring. The impact of his passion combined with his brilliance, combine to drive for major change. But what's even more inspiring is the relentless and forgiving spirit of those he represents who have been falsely accused and still found it in their souls to keep going under the most trying and heart wrenching circumstances. "The opposite of poverty is not wealth. The opposite of poverty is justice." Powerful.
2015-05-25

12. Astonishing, Inspiring, Important - This book will shock you, disturb you, move you, engage you, and then, miraculously, succeed in leaving you inspired and hopeful that our humanity will prevail. They weren't kidding when they said Bryan Stevenson is a "Mandela", "doing God's work". This is certainly one of the best books I've read.
2015-02-17

13. Heartbreaking and hopeful - Sad, heartbreaking, and hopeful. This book opens the door to the unjust and shameful behaviors that have gone on too long. I live in Alabama and had no idea these practices exist. Just today the news reported the submission of a bill to reinstate the electric chair. How anyone thinks that is just punishment for any human being baffles and saddens me. I so admire Mr. Stevenson and his commitment for justice and change. I will not forget the words I have read here.
2015-02-04

14. Captivating - Just Mercy is one of the best books I've ever read. I was captivated by the stories of blatant injustice taking place in our judicial system. Some of these stories were so sad, I cried while I was reading them. Stevenson's narrative evoked many emotions within me-mainly the urge to help others that are wrongfully convicted with no one on their side. This book is a must read.
2015-01-14

Release date: 2019-04-09 Genre:Professional & Technical > Engineering $11.99

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1. Deep Dive into New Perspectives - Odell instantaneously roped me in with an emotional and valiant challenge to consumerism. She then surprised me with a deeply referenced world of activism. Her writing style reflects the natural, worldly beauty she so graciously respects. She showed me how to be proud of standing still (or sitting still — or lying still), no matter how much public shame is thrown at those who defy capitalistic progression. This is a detail often overlooked, but very crucial for practical change — and very worth your time.
2022-05-09

Release date: 2022-10-28 Genre:Professional & Technical > Education $4.99

Release date: 2022-10-28 Genre:Professional & Technical > Education $4.99

Release date: 2016-04-19 Genre:Professional & Technical > Education > Language Arts & Disciplines $5.99

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1. Flawed but Useful - This isn’t so much a review of the book as a discussion of my reaction to it. For what that’s worth. I picked up Romancing the Beat because it was recommended on a podcast for authors who want to analyze what does or doesn’t work in their romance plots. And while I’m content to write books where the romance doesn’t follow a conventional structure, I’m also rather analytical and figured it would be useful to understand what people meant when they talked about “the standard romance novel structure.” I can see how Hayes clearly lays out one of the popular structures for romance novels. And if you want to write that specific type of romance, I think this is a good primer for how to do it. The problem I have is the author’s insistence that this is the One True Romance Plot. Because it doesn’t work for me as a reader. In fact, in parallel with reading Romancing the Beat, I happened by chance to be reading a historic romance that followed this exact structure. And the points where it most closely followed the prescription were the points where I felt the strongest urge to throw the book across the room. And I love romance, I just don’t love some of the specific story-beats that Hayes treats as a sine-qua-non. And yet … when I was sorting through the outline of a project that’s moving from random notes and character sketches to actually in-process, I decided to match my plot against the structure Hayes describes, and then see how much tweaking it would take to follow it. I think I got about an % match, and I think the story is better for it. (I just left out the parts that drive me crazy, like the bit about how the characters must be completely romantically broken at the start, and how it must be clear that only this particular match can “heal” them, and the specific number of minor crises one must endure before the end.) So, although I spent most of my read through this book shouting angrily at the author, and I remain in deep disagreement with her premise that this is the One True Way to write romance, I can’t say that I didn’t find the book useful or thought-provoking.
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1. Groundbreaking! - I've worked in the field of learning disabilities education for fourteen years, and this is the first book I've read on dyslexia that provides a roadmap for parents to help empower their children. It is the book I wish I had copies to give to every parent who walks through my door, who has recently learned that their child is dyslexic or that their school is failing them. While components like research, science, and stories of success are woven throughout the book, Foss' main objective is to help parents build a plan for their child, which includes identifying strengths, navigating the school system and legal rights, how to integrate accommodations, including assistive technologies, and, perhaps most importantly, how to talk with their child about their dyslexia. Why is this so meaningful? Most texts on dyslexia provide background; this book provides a path. It's the "What to Expect When You're Expecting" for the parent of a dyslexic child, and it's accurate, meaningful, and sincere because Foss himself was identified with dyslexia at age eight. Dyslexia is a hidden disability, not just because it can't be seen, but also because many dyslexics, including the author for many years of his life, try to hide it. Embarrassment, shame, guilt, and stigma are all components of why people hide their learning disability. Foss provides great stories, analogies, and actionable steps that steer people away from looking at dyslexia as a disease. As Foss says, "there is no cure because there is no disease." Tools, like the strength profiles map, allow parents, and dyslexics themselves, to begin building a plan for how to leverage their strengths and create an environment in which they will be succesful. There are also form letters and templates, like those to help parents navigate the IEP and legal processes, and numerous resources, both in the book and referenced on the web, that will help parents and their children immediately. There are several great books on dyslexia, but if you are a parent of a child identified with a learning disability, or you even think s/he may have a learning disability, this is THE FIRST book I would recommend reading. Foss teaches dyslexics how to integrate their dyslexia, which is the most important component of all.
2013-09-08

2. A Complete, Practical Guide to Understanding Dyslexia - Best (& Perhaps First) in Its Class! - In his book, The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan, Ben Foss does many things really well. He describes what it was like growing up with dyslexia and how he learned to accept it as part of who he is, all with a sense of humor that makes his story relatable to his readers. He lets dyslexics and their families know that they are part of a vibrant community known as The Nation of Dyslexia, in which the unique skills of the dyslexic brain are to be prized and celebrated. He does an excellent job introducing how assistive technology can level the playing field for dyslexics, and how it can be paired with Orton-Gillingham instruction to give dyslexic students the best chance for success in school and beyond. He gives a clear, understandable explanation of the legal rights of dyslexic students and how parents can advocate for their children and get the accommodations to which they are entitled. Finally, he fills his book with practical ideas and valuable resources that promise to become part of the standard discussion on dyslexic education going forward. All told, Foss has written the most complete and readable book that I have read on this subject. Not only will this become an invaluable guide for all families coming to terms with dyslexia, it should become required reading for all teachers, as it will give them a comprehensive understanding of the dyslexic students they will all find in their classrooms. Jamie P. Martin, Coordinator of Assistive Technology The Kildonan School
2013-09-08

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