Summary: "In our tumultuous cultural and political climate, many Americans are finding hope and meaning in poetry and inspirational quotes, as noted by numerous media outlets such as The Atlantic, The Guardian, and NPR, and as evidenced by the frequent posting of poetry online. Like many of us, the editors at Spiegel & Grau were inspired by the shared poems, and put together this collection of poems and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Spiegel & Grau 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 810 HOWGilbert, Elizabeth
Summary: "Coming September 22nd From the worldwide bestselling author of Eat Pray Love: the path to the vibrant, fulfilling life you've dreamed of. 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...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Riverhead Books 2015
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 153 GILBrown, Tabitha
Summary: Years ago, Tabitha Brown started a 30-day personal challenge that she called "I Did a New Thing!" The challenge was simple. Every day she would do something she'd never done before. In this book, Tab shares her own stories and those of others, alongside gentle guidance and encouragement to create these incredible changes for yourself and see what good can come from them.
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Publisher / Publication Date: William Morrow, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2024
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Summary: "A collection of the true stories that inspired 202 of the world's most famous books"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Center Point Large Print 2018
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1 available in Large Print, Call number: LP 808.3 GRORongen, Renee.
Summary: A collection of quotes, vignettes, and stories illustrated with art by and for women.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kittleson Creek Press 2012
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Summary: A child struggles to write a story until he finds inspiration outside his window.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Neal Porter Books/Holiday House 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE HOPRivera-Ashford, Roni Capin.
Summary: Miguel's school project is to make a list of eight different animals and create alebrijes, papier-mâché sculptures, inspired by those animals.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House 2017
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1 available in Kids' Favorite Characters, Call number: JE DISSpires, Ashley
Summary: "A girl and her dog are back in this follow-up to the bestselling The Most Magnificent Thing. Usually, the girl is an idea machine -- sometimes her brain is so full of ideas that her hands can't keep up. But today feels different. She seems to have everything she needs to get to work ... but she doesn't know what to make! She searches high and low for an idea. She and her dog go for a walk,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kids Can Press 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE SPIBranch, Susan
Summary: This collection contains some of Branch's favorite quotes, with words of wisdom from Mark Twain to Anne Frank, from Marcus Aurelius to Rosa Parks, from the Bhagavad Gita to the Bible, and many more.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Spring Street Publishing 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 170.44 BRAEllis, Nicole
Summary: "We Go High brings together the inspiring stories, motivational quotes, and personal philosophies of 30 influential women of color who have sought to overcome challenges in their lives. From activists to scientists, artists to sporting icons, each woman's story is different-but all have in common a deep-seated resilience to fight against the prejudices and barriers to success that women of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dk Publishing 2022
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Summary: Avery dragged her three-year-old brother behind a boxwood bush and listened for footsteps in the brittle leaves. She couldn't be sure which was louder, the person on their trail or her own heart, galloping like a stallion in her ears. With one hand over Henry's mouth, Avery looked down at the nicest dress she owned. Not only had she torn the ruffles and destroyed the hem, but the white linen...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Shiloh Run Press, an imprint of Barbour Publishing 2016
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1 available in Young Adult Collection, Call number: Y FICTION PRIGilbert, Elizabeth.
Summary: Elizabeth Gilbert offers powerful insights into the mysterious nature of inspiration. She discusses the attitudes, approaches, and habits that are needed in order to live the most creative lives. Balancing between soulful spirituality and cheerful pragmatism, Gilbert encourages listeners to uncover the 'strange jewels' that are hidden within each of them.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Books on Tape 2015
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1 available in Compact Disc Audio Book, Call number: CD 153 GILOtoshi, Kathryn
Summary: Little hands can do so many wonderful things: plant ideas; lift spirits; stretch imaginations. This colorful concept book rouses children to use their hands for the good and reach for their dreams.--Publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Blue Dot Press 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE OTOQuestlove
Summary: Questlove--musician, bandleader, designer, producer, culinary entrepreneur, professor, and all-around cultural omnivore--shares his wisdom on the topics of inspiration and originality in a one-of-a-kind guide to living your best creative life. In Creative Quest, Questlove synthesizes all the creative philosophies, lessons, and stories he's heard from the many creators and collaborators in his...
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Publisher / Publication Date: ECCO 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 153.35 QUEVick, Edward W. H.
Summary: The way in which we read the Bible grows out of what we believe the Bible to be. Thus it is impossible to discuss methods of interpretation without considering our view of inspiration, the gathering of the canon, and even the reception of the Bible by the community of faith. And so, Edward W. H. Vick starts this comprehensive discussion of hermeneutics-the interpretation of Scripture-by looking...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Energion Publications 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 240 VICChittister, Joan
Summary: Beloved nun and social activist Joan Chittister, who appeared on Oprah's Super Soul Sunday, offers a soul-stirring and inspiring guide that speaks to all who feel disillusioned and dissatisfied with the power-hungry institutions and systems of this world. Joan Chittister has been a passionate voice for women's rights for over 50 years. Called "one of the most well-known and trusted contemporary...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Convergent 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 248 CHISummary: A collection of uplifting and touching stories about the truly important aspects of life : loving, learning, parenting, obstacles and living our dreams.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Health Communications 1993
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 158.1 CHIGallo, Carmine
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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Summary: The extraordinarily inventive Linus Pauling, twice winner of the Nobel Prize, was asked how he came to have so many good ideas. Pauling replied: "Well, I have a lot of ideas and throw away the bad ones." Where do ideas come from? And why do the best ideas sometimes strike in a flash of "sudden genius"? Andrew Robinson here offers a fascinating look at the genesis of creativity in science and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Oxford University Press 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 153.35 ROBWinfrey, Oprah
Summary: "Everyone has a purpose. And, according to Oprah Winfrey, "Your real job in life is to figure out as soon as possible what that is, who you are meant to be, and begin to honor your calling in the best way possible." That journey starts right here."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2019
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1 available in Playaway, Call number: PA 128 WINBaekgaard, Barbara Bradley
Summary: "From the co-founder of the Vera Bradley empire, a practical and inspiring book that shows women how to awaken their full potential, at any age. 'This place could use some color!' That's what Barbara Bradley said to her friend Pat during an airport layover. It was 1982 and all the women could see was a succession of drab, bulky suitcases. When they returned home to Indiana, Barbara and her...
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Publisher / Publication Date: St. Martin's Press 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 158 BAESwain, Bernie
Summary: Powerful and moving stories of inspiration, adversity, and triumph from the Washington Speakers Bureau.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Post Hill Press 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 158 SWACameron, Julia.
Summary: Outlines a twelve-week program for overcoming a creative block or otherwise working through dry periods in an artist's life, in a guide that covers such topics as staying focused, starting new projects, and finding inspiration.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penguin 2006
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 153.35 CAMCorrigan, Kelly
Summary: The author uses the story of her four-month-old child's serious illness to show how, much like a hang glider, a person must go through turbulence before getting the lift needed for a positive life experience.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Voice/Hyperion 2010