Nineteen-year-old Vivian Morris arrives in New York City in the summer of 1940 with nothing but a sewing machine and a heretofore unindulged taste for adventure. Finding employment as seamstress at the Lily Playhouse, a charmingly down-at-heel Manhattan revue, Vivian quickly becomes the toast of the showgirls, transforming the tat only fit for the cheap seats into creations for goddesses. Adventure and opportunity blossom on every corner of this strange wartime city of girls, and Vivian and her girlfriends mean to down New York to its last drop. But there are hard lessons to be learned, and bitterly regrettable mistakes to be made. Vivian learns that to live the life she wants, she must live many lives, ceaselessly and ingeniously making them new.

"This book is a miraculous event." –Elizabeth Gilbert, from the foreword A transformative path for women to build their power in a world all too eager to strip it away We all know what it’s like to feel powerless. We have had power taken from us and used over us, and sometimes we have had to give it away for our own safety. In Power, renowned leadership coach Kemi Nekvapil reveals how power built internally is stronger and more enduring than that bestowed externally—and introduces a new framework for cultivating it from the inside out. When you tap into the power that comes from within, you have the capacity to rebuild yourself. You give yourself the opportunity to break free from chronic people-pleasing and start making choices that align with your needs and values. You stop living and leading with apology, and instead use your power as a force for good. Through the principles of Presence, Ownership, Wisdom, Equality, and Responsibility, Power invites you to stop waiting for power to be handed to you and instead choose it for yourself and on your own terms. Drawing on stories from her own life as a Black woman in a society where power is often used as a tool for fear and obedience, and from the lives of leaders, gamechangers, and everyday women who’ve learned to step into their power, Nekvapil shows you how to practice, build, and feel your inner force.

Readers of all ages and walks of life have drawn inspiration from Elizabeth Gilbert’s books for years. Now, this beloved author shares her wisdom and unique understanding of creativity, shattering the perceptions of mystery and suffering that surround the process – and showing us all just how easy it can be.

By sharing stories from her own life, as well as those from her friends and the people that have inspired her, Elizabeth Gilbert challenges us to embrace our curiosity, tackle what we most love and face down what we most fear.

Whether you long to write a book, create art, cope with challenges at work, embark on a long-held dream, or simply to make your everyday life more vivid and rewarding, Big Magic will take you on a journey of exploration filled with wonder and unexpected joys. Readers of all ages and walks of life have drawn inspiration from Elizabeth Gilbert’s books for years. Now, this beloved author shares her wisdom and unique understanding of creativity, shattering the perceptions of mystery and suffering that surround the process – and showing us all just how easy it can be.

By sharing stories from her own life, as well as those from her friends and the people that have inspired her, Elizabeth Gilbert challenges us to embrace our curiosity, tackle what we most love and face down what we most fear.

Whether you long to write a book, create art, cope with challenges at work, embark on a long-held dream, or simply to make your everyday life more vivid and rewarding, Big Magic will take you on a journey of exploration filled with wonder and unexpected joys.

It's 3 a.m. and Elizabeth Gilbert is sobbing on the bathroom floor.

She's in her thirties, she has a husband, a house, they're trying for a baby - and she doesn't want any of it. A bitter divorce and a turbulent love affair later, she emerges battered and bewildered and realises it is time to pursue her own journey in search of three things she has been missing: pleasure, devotion and balance.

So she travels to Rome, where she learns Italian from handsome, brown-eyed identical twins and gains twenty-five pounds, an ashram in India, where she finds that enlightenment entails getting up in the middle of the night to scrub the temple floor, and Bali where a toothless medicine man of indeterminate age offers her a new path to peace: simply sit still and smile. And slowly happiness begins to creep up on her.

Readers of all ages and walks of life have drawn inspiration from Elizabeth Gilbert's books for years. Now, this beloved author shares her wisdom and unique understanding of creativity, shattering the perceptions of mystery and suffering that surround the process - and showing us all just how easy it can be. By sharing stories from her own life, as well as those from her friends and the people that have inspired her, Elizabeth Gilbert challenges us to embrace our curiosity, tackle what we most love and face down what we most fear. Whether you long to write a book, create art, cope with challenges at work, embark on a long-held dream, or simply to make your everyday life more vivid and rewarding, Big Magic will take you on a journey of exploration filled with wonder and unexpected joys.

It's 3 a.m. and Elizabeth Gilbert is sobbing on the bathroom floor. She's in her thirties, she has a husband, a house, they're trying for a baby - and she doesn't want any of it. A bitter divorce and a turbulent love affair later, she emerges battered and bewildered and realises it is time to pursue her own journey in search of three things she has been missing: pleasure, devotion and balance. So, she travels to Rome, where she learns Italian from handsome, brown-eyed identical twins and gains twenty-five pounds, an ashram in India, where she finds that enlightenment entails getting up in the middle of the night to scrub the temple floor, and Bali where a toothless medicine man of indeterminate age offers her a new path to peace: simply sit still and smile. And slowly happiness begins to creep up on her.

A series of picture books that teach children about dinosaurs through a narrative story, plus additional facts and information about what they just learned. These picture books will teach children about dinosaurs through a story! Marie Bollmann's beautiful illustrations are friendly and fun (but still technically correct!) and each story will end with a working spread on dinosaurs doing what DK does best - using photography and illustrations to teach children incredible facts that deepen their knowledge of a well-loved subject. In this instalment, follow a day in the life of a T.Rex on an adventure through the Cretaceous.

_______________ SHORTLISTED FOR THE WELLCOME BOOK PRIZE LONGLISTED FOR THE BAILEYS WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTION _______________ 'Quite simply one of the best novels I have read in years' - Elizabeth Day, Observer 'Charming ... extensively researched, compellingly readable' - Jane Shilling, Daily Telegraph 'Sumptuous ... Gilbert's prose is by turns flinty, funny, and incandescent' - New Yorker _______________ A captivating story of botany, exploration and desire, by the multimillion copy bestselling author of Eat Pray Love Everything about life intrigues Alma Whittaker. Her passion for botany leads her far from home, from London to Peru to Tahiti, in pursuit of that rare specimen: knowledge. But as her careful studies draw her deeper into the mysteries of evolution, she meets the man who she will come to love - whose perspective, radically different from her own, will transform the way she understands the world. Radiating with all the heart, soul and earthiness as its unforgettable heroine, The Signature of All Things is a captivating celebration of the workings of this world, and the mechanisms behind all life. _______________ 'My own 500-pager of choice? Elizabeth Gilbert's The Signature of All Things ... just read it ... Hugely enjoyable' - Viv Groskop, Observer Books of the Year 'The story of Alma Whittaker's journey of discovery has irresistible momentum' - Helen Dunmore, The Times 'Gilbert has written the novel of a lifetime' - O, The Oprah Magazine 'Filled with dazzling storytelling' - Susie Boyt, Financial Times _______________

'A light in the dark that makes the heart soar' - Karl Newson, award winning children's book author and illustrator 'A unique, important and incredibly beautiful book' - Frances Stickley, children's book author '[This book] belongs in the offices of every school counsellor and child therapist' - Donna Cangelosi, Psy.D. Child Psychologist Arthur's gloomy dad rushes him through the park every morning, through grey and rainy weather. Arthur just wants a balloon from the park's vendor, but Dad always says no. One rainy morning, the balloons magically appear at their doorstep, and Arthur figures out the perfect way to bring the sunshine out, even if only for a few moments. This is a book about a parent's depression that has a ray of hope and sunshine at the end. A young reader will grasp onto the concept that even in the worst situations, there is light and love.

Embark on a prehistoric journey with this board book of fun stories and incredible facts about dinosaurs. Introducing A Dinosaur's Day: Diplodocus Finds Its Family - a story time adventure that teaches kids exciting facts about dinosaurs. Go on an adventure with a baby diplodocus as it dodges predators, seeks out yummy plants to eat, and follows its family. Packed with beautiful pictures and compelling facts, this dinosaur book can help children aged 3-5 to learn about the diplodocus species through images, pronunciation guides, and amazing facts and figures. Little dinosaur lovers can join Diplodocus on a quest to find its family in the mighty Jurassic world. A Dinosaur's Day: Diplodocus Finds Its Family... - Helps children learn about dinosaurs in this beautiful picture book format - Teaches readers dinosaur facts and behaviour in a very natural way - Includes a non-fiction section about the dinosaur species following the story - Features bright, colourful pages with an engaging narrative - Has clear and fun text to help children learn and engage easily Teach children about different prehistoric species in this educational dinosaur book through a fun and engaging story and vibrant images. This fantastic dinosaur interactive book is perfect for pre-reading toddlers, and children just learning to read. Little ones can enjoy the spectacular scenery in the Jurassic world along the way, as Diplodocus camouflages, explores, and munches on plants.

This comforting, cloth-covered journal is from the debut collection of journals and cards by Elizabeth Gilbert, bestselling author of Big Magic and Eat Pray Love. Use it as a safe place to get in with your own heart, mind, and soul. (And maybe draw some fanciful doodles.) -Elizabeth Gilbert brings her genius to Emily McDowell & Friends with a line of inspiring journals and cards! -Journal measures 5.75 x 7.5-inches -Cloth-covered softcover with foil stamping, 160 lined pages -Ribbon marker

A journal that proclaims we don't have to do ANYTHING but bask in our own lovability? That's our kind of journal. This beautiful cloth-covered notebook is from the debut collection of journals and cards by Elizabeth Gilbert, bestselling author of Big Magic and Eat Pray Love. -Elizabeth Gilbert brings her genius to Emily McDowell & Friends with a line of inspiring journals and cards! -Journal measures 5.75 x 7.5-inches -Cloth-covered softcover with foil stamping, 160 lined pages -Ribbon marker

This elegant, cloth-bound journal is from the debut collection of journals and cards by Elizabeth Gilbert, bestselling author of Big Magic and Eat Pray Love. It's a tribute to the strong and graceful women who know how to handle shit, one way or another-whatever the shit may be. You know who you are. (Our numbers are legion!) This message is also available on a greeting card! -Elizabeth Gilbert brings her genius to Emily McDowell & Friends with a line of inspiring journals and cards! -Journal measures 5.75 x 7.5-inches -Cloth-covered softcover with foil stamping, 160 lined pages -Ribbon marker

Embark on a prehistoric journey with this board book of fun stories and incredible facts about dinosaurs. Introducing A Dinosaur's Day: Deinonychus Goes Hunting - a story time adventure that teaches kids exciting facts about dinosaurs. Go on an adventure with a young deinonychus as it searches for food, gets caught in a storm, and learns to climb trees with its big claws. Packed with beautiful pictures and compelling facts, this dinosaur book helps children aged 3-6 to learn about the deinonychus species through images, pronunciation guides, and amazing facts and figures. Little dinosaur lovers can join Deinonychus on a quest to find food and hunt down prey in the mighty Jurassic world. A Dinosaur's Day: Deinonychis Goes Hunting... - Helps children learn about dinosaurs in this beautiful picture book format. - Teaches readers dinosaur facts and behaviour in a very natural way. - Includes a non-fiction section about the dinosaur species following the story. - Features bright, colourful pages with an engaging narrative. - Has clear and fun text to help children learn and engage easily. Teach children about different prehistoric species in this educational dinosaur book through a fun and engaging story and vibrant images. This fantastic dinosaur interactive book is perfect for pre-reading toddlers, and children just learning to read. Little ones can enjoy the spectacular scenery in the Jurassic world along the way, as Deinonychus climbs, feasts and flees. Complete the series This delightful dinosaur book is part of the A Dinosaur's Day series of board books for babies and toddlers from DK Books and also includes A Dinosaur's Day: Diplodocus Finds Its Family.

This motivational, gently humorous journal comes from the debut collection of journals and cards by Elizabeth Gilbert, bestselling author of Big Magic and Eat Pray Love. Calling bullshit on yourself can be a sign of profound self-love! -Elizabeth Gilbert brings her genius to Emily McDowell & Friends with a line of inspiring journals and cards! -Journal measures 5.75 x 7.5-inches -Cloth-covered softcover with foil stamping, 160 lined pages -Ribbon marker

As women who walk in this world, these soulful words ring truer than ever. Circle up, share stories, and let your sisterhood know your heart. This powerful message of care is from our collection of cards and journals by Elizabeth Gilbert, bestselling author of City of Girls and Eat Pray Love. File under: Extraordinary & Unique Thinking of You Cards with Envelope! Foil stamping, colored envelope, blank inside A2 size (4.25" x 5.5")

It's a real gift to reassure your people, especially when they might need some help remembering the light is always making its way toward them. This message of care and empowerment is from our collection of cards and journals by Elizabeth Gilbert, bestselling author of City of Girls and Eat Pray Love. Card reads: The darkest night of the year is no threat to those who know that every star in the sky is a hot, burning sun. Inspirational cards = magical encouragement gifts for women-and everybody else too! Foil stamping, colored envelope, blank inside A2 size (4.25" x 5.5")

Let them know they deserve to love ALL their selfs. (P.S. We hope and imagine everyone who receives this card will feel more seen and more valued than ever.) This message of truth and kindness is from our collection of cards and journals by Elizabeth Gilbert, bestselling author of City of Girls and Eat Pray Love. Card reads: Love the one in you who is sad. Love the one in you who is scared. Love the one in you who is angry. Love the one in you who is lonely. Love the one in you who hates herself. Love all the ones who you are, and then you will know how to love THE WHOLE WORLD. Because self-love gifts & positive gifts for women-and humans of all kinds!-are good. Foil stamping, colored envelope, blank inside A2 size (4.25 x 5.5-inches)

Embark on a prehistoric journey with this board book of fun stories and incredible facts about dinosaurs. Introducing A Dinosaur's Day: Triceratops Follows Its Herd - a story time adventure that teaches kids about exciting dinosaur facts. Go on an adventure with a young triceratops and find out fascinating facts about this dinosaur species through an exciting story. Packed with beautiful pictures and compelling facts, this dinosaur book can help 3-6 year-olds to learn about the triceratops species through images, pronunciation guides, and amazing facts and figures. Little dinosaur lovers can join a young triceratops as it follows its herd on a topsy-turvy adventure in its cretaceous home. A Dinosaur's Day: Triceratops Follows Its Herd... - Helps children learn facts about dinosaurs in this beautiful picture book format. - Teaches dinosaur facts and behavior in a very natural way.Features a non-fiction double page about the dinosaur species following the story. - Is full of bright, colorful pages with an engaging story.Has clear, fun text to make learning the facts and information easy. This interactive dinosaur book can be enjoyed with pre-reading toddlers and children just learning to read, with engaging text and artwork to teach children about this dinosaur species. Take little ones on a prehistoric adventure and join triceratops with the rest of its herd. Enjoy the spectacular scenery in the Jurassic world along the way as triceratops chomps breakfast, charges at trees and explores the sweet flowering lands. Children will enjoy the fun and engaging story and vibrant images teach children about different prehistoric species in this educational dinosaur book. More in the series At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? If you like A Dinosaur's Day: Triceratops Follows Its Herd, then you'll love other titles in this Jurassic board book collection! Why not try A Dinosaur's Day: Deinonychus Goes Hunting and A Dinosaur's Day: Diplodocus Finds Its Family?

Readers of all ages and walks of life have drawn inspiration and empowerment from Elizabeth Gilbert’s books for years. Now this beloved author digs deep into her own generative process to share her wisdom and unique perspective about creativity. With profound empathy and radiant generosity, she offers potent insights into the mysterious nature of inspiration. She asks us to embrace our curiosity and let go of needless suffering. She shows us how to tackle what we most love, and how to face down what we most fear. She discusses the attitudes, approaches, and habits we need in order to live our most creative lives. Balancing between soulful spirituality and cheerful pragmatism, Gilbert encourages us to uncover the “strange jewels” that are hidden within each of us. Whether we are looking to write a book, make art, find new ways to address challenges in our work, embark on a dream long deferred, or simply infuse our everyday lives with more mindfulness and passion, Big Magic cracks open a world of wonder and joy.

The #1 New York Times bestselling follow-up to Eat Pray Love--an intimate and erudite celebration of love from the author of Big Magic and City of Girls.

At the end of her bestselling memoir Eat, Pray, Love, Elizabeth Gilbert fell in love with Felipe, a Brazilian-born man of Australian citizenship who'd been living in Indonesia when they met. Resettling in America, the couple swore eternal fidelity to each other, but also swore to never, ever, under any circumstances get legally married. (Both were survivors of previous bad divorces. Enough said.) But providence intervened one day in the form of the United States government, which-after unexpectedly detaining Felipe at an American border crossing-gave the couple a choice: they could either get married, or Felipe would never be allowed to enter the country again. Having been effectively sentenced to wed, Gilbert tackled her fears of marriage by delving into this topic completely, trying with all her might to discover through historical research, interviews, and much personal reflection what this stubbornly enduring old institution actually is. Told with Gilbert's trademark wit, intelligence and compassion, Committed attempts to "turn on all the lights" when it comes to matrimony, frankly examining questions of compatibility, infatuation, fidelity, family tradition, social expectations, divorce risks and humbling responsibilities. Gilbert's memoir is ultimately a clear-eyed celebration of love with all the complexity and consequence that real love, in the real world, actually entails.

Most of us spend our days just wanting to hear these very words from someone we adore. Here's a little miracle: You can be that person for someone else. This message of ardent affection is from our debut collection of cards and journals by Elizabeth Gilbert, bestselling author of Big Magic and Eat Pray Love. -Elizabeth Gilbert brings her genius to Em & Friends with a collection of inspiring cards and journals! -Foil stamping, colored envelope, blank inside -Six (6) identical A2 size (4.25 x 5.5-inches) greeting cards

A glorious, sweeping novel of desire, ambition, and the thirst for knowledge, from the # 1 "New York Times" bestselling author of "Eat, Pray, Love "and "Committed"
In "The Signature of All Things, " Elizabeth Gilbert returns to fiction, inserting her inimitable voice into an enthralling story of love, adventure and discovery. Spanning much of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, the novel follows the fortunes of the extraordinary Whittaker family as led by the enterprising Henry Whittaker--a poor-born Englishman who makes a great fortune in the South American quinine trade, eventually becoming the richest man in Philadelphia. Born in 1800, Henry's brilliant daughter, Alma (who inherits both her father's money and his mind), ultimately becomes a botanist of considerable gifts herself. As Alma's research takes her deeper into the mysteries of evolution, she falls in love with a man named Ambrose Pike who makes incomparable paintings of orchids and who draws her in the exact opposite direction--into the realm of the spiritual, the divine, and the magical. Alma is a clear-minded scientist; Ambrose a utopian artist--but what unites this unlikely couple is a desperate need to understand the workings of this world and the mechanisms behind all life.
Exquisitely researched and told at a galloping pace, "The Signature of All Things" soars across the globe--from London to Peru to Philadelphia to Tahiti to Amsterdam, and beyond. Along the way, the story is peopled with unforgettable characters: missionaries, abolitionists, adventurers, astronomers, sea captains, geniuses, and the quite mad. But most memorable of all, it is the story of Alma Whittaker, who--born in the Age of Enlightenment, but living well into the Industrial Revolution--bears witness to that extraordinary moment in human history when all the old assumptions about science, religion, commerce, and class were exploding into dangerous new ideas. Written in the bold, questing spirit of that singular time, Gilbert's wise, deep, and spellbinding tale is certain to capture the hearts and minds of readers.