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An instant New York Times bestseller from Kelly Ripa—a sharp, funny, and honest collection of real-life stories showing the many dimensions and crackling wit of the beloved daytime talk show host.
In Live Wire, her first book, Kelly shows what really makes her tick. As a professional, as a wife, as a daughter and as a mother, she brings a hard-earned wisdom and an eye for the absurdity of life to every minute of every
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The comedian traces his coming of age during the twilight of apartheid in South Africa and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed, offering insight into the farcical aspects of the political and social systems of today's world.
3) Bossypants
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From her youthful days as a vicious nerd to her tour of duty on Saturday Night Live; from her passionately halfhearted pursuit of physical beauty to her life as a mother eating things off the floor; from her one-sided college romance to her nearly fatal honeymoon, comedian Tina Fey reveals all, and proves that you're no one until someone calls you bossy.
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2018.
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The New York Times bestseller: "A superb, thoughtful biography" of the creator and star of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood (David McCullough).
Fred Rogers was an enormously influential figure in the history of television and in the lives of tens of millions of children. Through his long-running television program, he was a champion of compassion, equality, and kindness. Rogers was fiercely devoted to children and to taking their...
Fred Rogers was an enormously influential figure in the history of television and in the lives of tens of millions of children. Through his long-running television program, he was a champion of compassion, equality, and kindness. Rogers was fiercely devoted to children and to taking their...
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2014
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As a creative force, student of the human heart and soul, and champion of living the life you want, Oprah Winfrey stands alone. From all her experiences, she has gleaned life lessons -- which, for 14 years, she's shared in O, The Oprah Magazine's widely popular "What I Know For Sure" column. These thoughtful gems have been revised, updated, and collected in WHAT I KNOW FOR SURE. Organized by theme -- joy, resilience, connection, gratitude, possibility,...
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"Valerie Bertinelli shares an inspiring blueprint that offers women in midlife support and hope. She shares personal stories that many women will relate to from her past decade: hitting her fifties, taking care of her dying mother, the evolving relationship with her husband, a career change, her relationship with food, and the battle to believe in herself as she is"--
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Gallery Books
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2022.
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English
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"The New York Times bestselling author of Next Level Basic and fan-favorite alumna of Bravo's Vanderpump Rules returns from cancellation and pregnancy with the definitive Basic Bitch handbook for surviving bad days (or years)"--
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The star of the Discovery Channel's "Dual Survival" and "Dude, You're Screwed" reveals the physical, mental, and emotional trials and tribulations of his life as a modern-day hunter-gatherer, in a narrative combining epic adventure and a spiritual quest with one man's return to nature.
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Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
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[2018]
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Widescreen.
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As one of America's most beloved children's show hosts, Mr. Rogers remains one of the most iconic television figures for families worldwide. This documentary takes a closer look at the person behind the show, persona, and personality that helped define what it meant to be a good person and be a part of a healthy community. Through his children's show, Mr. Rogers would go on to inspire a generation by not skirting real world issues, confronting issues...
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Presents a behind-the-scenes look at the Roberston family, documenting the teenage romance and marriage of Willie and Korie Robertson, their success as a multi-million dollar hunting equipment business, and their rise to stardom on reality television.
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Deseret Book
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p2008
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English
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At forty-three, Glenn Beck is arguably one of the most influential Mormons in the media today. Broadcast on more than 230 stations, his nationally syndicated radio talk show is the third most popular in America, and his nightly show on CNN is the fastest-growing television show in cable news. In this presentation, Glenn Beck tells an audience of nearly 7,000 about his conversion to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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Looking back at the history of the show and the creative visionary behind it, pop culture aficionado Gavin Edwards reminds us of the indelible lessons and insights that Mister Rogers conveyedwhat it means to be a good person, to be open-hearted, to be thoughtful, to be curious, to be compassionateand why they matter. Beautifully crafted, infused with Mister Rogers gentle spirit, and featuring dozens of interviews with people...
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Simon & Schuster
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2020.
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English
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"Longtime Jeopardy! host and television icon Alex Trebek reflects on his life and career"--Dust jacket.
Since debuting as the host of Jeopardy! in 1984, Alex Trebek has been something like a family member to millions of television viewers, bringing entertainment and education into their homes five nights a week. Last year, he made the stunning announcement that he had been diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer. What followed was an incredible...
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Gallery Books
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2010
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1st Gallery Books hardcover ed.
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English
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The star of the "Kendra" reality show shares the story of her life from her childhood in San Diego and years with Playboy to her rise to celebrity on "The Girls Next Door" and marriage with NFL player Hank Baskett.
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"This no-holds-barred autobiography chronicles the remarkable life of Phil Robertson, the original Duck Commander and Duck Dynasty star, from early childhood through the founding of a family business.Life was always getting in the way of Phil Robertson'spassion for duck hunting. An NFL-bound quarterback, Phil made his mark on Louisiana Tech University in the 1960s by playing football and completing his college career with a master's degree in English....
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Accelerated Reader
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"Mister Rogers is one of the most beloved television personalities ever, but before he was the man who brought us "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood", he was just little Freddie Rogers. You Are My Friend tells how Fred was a sickly and lonely child. At school,he was bullied and had trouble making friends and expressing his feelings. His parents and grandparents encouraged Fred to ask for help and explore his world. When Fred grew up he became a champion...
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Dutton/Penguin Group
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c2006
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English
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Jenny McCarthy speaks candidly about the challenges and the humor to be found in balancing motherhood and the ups and downs of marriage. McCarthy's honesty has made her a bestseller. Here, she opens up about all of the things no one told you before you got married and had kids. Of course there's plenty of Jenny's outrageous humor, but she also writes openly and for the first time about doing your best when marriage falters and about her own divorce,...
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