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Heartfelt poetry and stunning photography celebrate the creative soul that lives in every woman

Author ProfilesKristen Helms founded Tribe Magazine, the popular online publication for moms, along with the spin-off networking group, Mom Tribe. She is the author of From Boardroom to Baby and her prose and inspiring thoughts have been published in PopSugar, Literary Mama, San Diego Home & Garden Magazine, Motherly, The Huffington Post, and The New York Times. She lives near San Diego, California.

Meg Stone is a fashion and lifestyle photographer whose work has been featured in Elle Spain, Southern Living Magazine, Glitter Guide, and The Zoe Report. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Grace + Oak Inspiration in Poetry and Photographs Kristin Helms and Meg Stone Foreword by Brianna Wiest An inspiring collection of over 100 poems, paired with fresh and elegant photographs, this beautiful hardcover volume is a love letter to women pursuing their passions. Moving words and images will empower readers to discover their strength, reach for their dreams, and achieve their goals. A stirring combination of the inspirational and the aspirational, this is a book that women of all ages will want to treasure and share. 176pp. 8 1/2 x 9 1/2.Dover Original.

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The perfect pick for Women’s History Month: stories, interviews, essays & interviews from extraordinary heroes

Author ProfileAsha Dahya is a journalist, content creator, and TEDx speaker with over 15 years’ experience creating content for major broadcast and digital platforms, including FOX, ABC, MSN, and MTV. She is the founder and editor-in-chief of GirlTalkHQ.com, a daily news site promoting positive imagery and representation of women in media. She is active in protecting reproduc-tive rights and has been a moderator of panels including UN Women, Mount Saint Mary’s University, and EmpowHer Institute. Indian by ethnicity, she was born in the United Kingdom, raised in Australia, and is currently based in Los Angeles.

Today's Wonder Women Everyday Superheroes Who Are Changing the World Asha Dahya These women and female-identifying heroes have defied death, escaped notorious terrorist groups, dismantled harmful cultural norms, and risen above poverty to become CEOs, entrepreneurs, activists, role models, media moguls, and movement creators. In this collection of stories, essays, and interviews, they celebrate their superpowers — love, determination, vision, and grit — and share wisdom and advice in ways that readers can assimilate into their own lives. 256pp. 7 x 9.Dover Original.

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ESS“Victoria Price is a fighter — for her belief in a world that is connected by Love, and for her own connection

to Joy. Her commitment to living as her truest self is an inspiration for us all.” — Martina Navratilova

Author ProfileVictoria Price is the author of the critically acclaimed Vincent Prince: A Daughter’s Biography and The Way of Being Lost: A Road Trip to My Truest Self. She is a popular inspirational speaker on topics ranging from the daily practice of joy, living your legacy of yes, facing your fears and transforming your life through love-based practices, and making peace with your past stories to expand your creative futures. Price has appeared on Good Morning America, and NPR’s “Fresh Air” and “Morning Edition,” and her work has been featured in USA Today, People, Travel & Leisure, Art & Auction, and The New York Times.

Living Love12 Heart-Centered Practices to Transform Your LifeVictoria Price"A true pioneer." — Mike Dooley, New York Times bestselling author. In this spiritual self-help book, Victoria Price encourages the embrace of the healing power of love. From creating a daily routine of joy and gratitude to developing a practice of presence and forgiveness, she teaches that by allowing love to work through us, we will find our true selves and become a force for transformation — not just in our lives but in the wider world. 144pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.Dover Original.

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Leadership Principles from Ancient IrelandKuno MeyerCormac Mac Airt, a third-century high king of Ireland, ruled during a time of prosperity and is revered for his wisdom and generosity. This set of his instructions, presented in a question-and-answer dialogue between the king and his son, offers advice on how to live an honest, respectable, and successful life — a blueprint from ancient Ireland that has universal resonance for modern readers. 64pp. 5 x 7.

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Taming Your Crocodiles WorkbookPractices for Leadership DepthHylke FaberHow do you learn from the basis of who you are rather than from condi-tioned thinking? How do you turn self-discovery into a daily habit? How do you inspire others? Hylke Faber explores these and other questions, offering exercises that will deepen your appreciation for the adventure of life and leadership, help you connect with your true calling, and turn your fears into growth practices. The essential companion to Faber's Nautilus Silver Award-winning Taming Your Crocodiles. 256pp. 6 x 9.Dover Original.

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BY TIME IS EVERYTHING REVEALED: Irish Proverbs for Mindful Living, Fiann Ó Nualláin. This beauti-ful hardcover volume contains 52 Irish proverbs, each chosen to speak directly to the stresses of modern life, accompanied by interpretations and mindfulness exercises to heighten psychological well-being and spiritual awareness. (North America Only). 240pp. 5 1/8 x 7 3/8. 978-0-486-83430-6 $18.95

TAMING YOUR CROCODILES: Unlearn Fear & Become a True Leader, Hylke Faber. "A daring and important addition to the field of leadership development." — Vijay Govindarajan, New York Times bestselling author. Faber offers practical advice to help unlock your potential for growth by overcoming your "crocodiles" and fostering a supportive team environment. A 2018 Nautilus Silver Award Winner! 272pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. 978-0-486-82084-2 $26.95

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Tao Te Ching Lao Tzu For more than 2,000 years, seekers have turned to the Tao Te Ching (The Book of the Way and Its Virtue) for guidance from one of the world's most profound spiritual traditions. Focused on the principle of wu-wei, or naturalness and simplicity, this classic of meditative insight played a significant role in the development of Buddhist thought. Its longtime influence on Far Eastern philosophy, art, and literature extends to modern Western readers with an interest in New Age subjects. This high-quality, hardcover gift edition of the authoritative Legge translation offers readers an enduring companion on the mystical path to spiritual freedom. 112pp. 5 x 8.

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Leaves of Grass Walt Whitman Exalting nature, celebrating the human body, and praising the senses and sexual love, Leaves of Grass was controversial in its innovative free verse style and its embrace of hitherto unmentionable subjects. Published in 1855 at Walt Whitman's own expense, the monumental work showcases the uniquely American form of mysticism known as Transcendentalism. This hardcover volume presents the original 12 poems — "Song of Myself," "I Sing the Body Electric," and "There Was a Child Went Forth" among them — and offers readers a beautiful edition of the book that continues to redefine conventional notions of beauty and originality. 144pp. 5 x 8.

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Sheer Joy Conversations with Thomas Aquinas on Creation Spirituality Matthew Fox "There is . . . drama and urgency in these dialogues." — The Bloomsbury Review . Renowned theologian Matthew Fox "interviews" Thomas Aquinas in a provocative reevaluation of the spirituality of the 13th-century saint. Fox reveals a passionate, prophetic, and mystical celebrator of the blessings of creation. The author speaks with Aquinas in a modern forum, questioning the saint about the Four Paths of creation spirituality; the responses are culled from Aquinas's works and include pieces never before translated into English. 560pp. 6 x 9. Dover Exclusive.

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“Exquisite . . . for anyone interested in building a sustainable life that is imbued with vibrant, healthy, mental and emotional clarity, and the most basic human need of all: happiness.” — Donna Farhi, author of Yoga Mind, Body, Spirit

Author ProfileMimi Kuo-Deemer is an internationally recognized teacher of yoga, qigong, and mindfulness meditation. Her YouTube chan-nel has had 2.9 million views. She is a graduate of Stanford University and SOAS University of London, where she received a distinction in her MA. An instructor of both students and other teachers, she has practiced and taught for more than 20 years in China, the United Kingdom, Europe, and the United States. The author of the Ixia Press title Qigong and the Tai Chi Axia: Nourishing Practices for Body, Mind, and Spirit, she currently lives in London.

Xiu YangThe Ancient Chinese Art of Self-Cultivation for a Healthier, Happier, More Balanced LifeMimi Kuo-Deemer"Profound and powerful." — Noman Blair, author of Brightening Our Inner Skies. For centuries, Chinese leaders and seekers have embraced the art of self-cultivation, xiu yang ("sheow-yaang"). A simple yet powerful principle, xiu yang fosters the capacity to be fully human and awake, finding balance and peace at home and in the community. Author Mimi Kuo-Deemer leads readers through a combination of practices from meditation and mindfulness to yoga and qigong, offering ancient wisdom to help address contemporary challenges. (US Only). 240pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.Dover Original.

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The Theory and Practice of the MandalaGiuseppe TucciThis intriguing, thought-provoking study by one of the world's leading authorities on the subject examines the basic doctrine behind the theory and practice of the mandala in India and Tibet, by both Hindus and Buddhists. Topics include the doctrinal basis of the mandala, its use as a means of reintegration, its symbolism, and other aspects of its expression of the infinite possibilities of the subconscious. 176pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.

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The Game of Life and How to Play ItFlorence Scovell ShinnTransform life's losing battles into a winning game with this classic guide. Biblical examples and real-life success stories illustrate brief, concise instructions for maintaining a positive attitude. Written in an informal and entertaining style, the book has inspired thousands since its 1925 publication and was praised by self-help expert Norman Vincent Peale for helping readers "find prosperity, solve problems, have better health." 96pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.

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A Writer's San FranciscoA Guided Journey for the Creative SoulEric Maisel, PhD"Maisel has a wonderful voice ... reads like a gritty, fluent love letter." — Chris Delorenzo, Laguna Writers Workshop. Stroll San Francisco's twisting streets, climb its famous hills, explore bohemian landmarks like City Lights Bookstore, and check out charming, lesser-known neighborhoods. These 30 essays by creativity coach Eric Maisel conjure up the city's past and present writers, including Twain, Ferlinghetti, and Kerouac. San Francisco natives and visitors, armchair travelers, and artistic souls will find ample inspiration in this enchanted journey through one of the world's most inspiring cities. 144pp. 5 x 7.Dover Exclusive.

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A WRITER'S PARIS: A Guided Journey for the Creative Soul, Eric Maisel, PhD. Illustrated by Danny Gregory. Experience Paris not as a tourist destination but as a stopover on your creative journey. More than 30 brief essays offer practical and inspirational advice for a spirit-renewing adventure. 208pp. 5 x 7. 978-0-486-83187-9 $16.95