The principal section of “Meeting” Anne Frank: An Anthology, edited by Tim Whittome, is a collection of essays from twenty-three contributors who outline the impact Anne Frank and her amazing diary have had on their lives. Anne Frank left behind a legacy that has fascinated...

Mysticism is a spiritual tradition that transcends conventional religious boundaries and allows the individual scope to seek heightened perception and access hidden truths through the teachings of the sages and by direct experience. It is against this background that M. A. Irfan enters the arena...

For musicians interested in performing on cruises, Notes that Float: The Ultimate Musician’s Guide To Getting Paid To Play On Cruise Ships by Nancy Soulé is a complete guide to preparing for the experience. As a musician, I view this book as an extremely practical...

Beyond Offices by Clark Lowe explores the changing nature of work and challenges long-held beliefs about where and how work should be done. The book traces the historical shift from labor, based in physical locations like farms and factories, to office work and to a...

Nuna Anodm by David Elkins is an unconventional, highly structured work that presents a series of conceptual designs, diagrams, and descriptive entries organized across multiple volumes. Rather than following a traditional narrative, the book introduces readers to a wide range of imagined systems, objects, and...

Mastering the Art of Travel by A.J. Weimer is a thoroughly comprehensive, practical guide I wish I had read sooner. It includes so many things I have never thought about. It is about transforming travel from a regular and casual activity into a carefully cultivated...

Lady D's Chiseled by Choices combines her own life stories with advice about recovering from trauma and rebuilding one's life. The book examines various aspects of personal wellness and their impact on us. It covers topics such as emotional health, loss, relationships, work, finances, spirituality,...

In Weird, Lynette Eklund describes how she knew that she wanted to live and work in Hollywood. It was a dream she had planned from childhood with meticulous determination. At college, she studies fashion design to prepare for a possible career in costume design. But...

Walk a Lonely Mile by Brian Paige is a reflective memoir that follows the author’s experiences with friendship, ambition, relationships, and the unpredictable turns that shape a life. The book begins with his memories from adolescence, including the awkward and impulsive behaviors of his early...

Wrong Bird by Matthew West-James is a memoir built around moments when his confidence and his reality collided. The book begins with his teenage decision to mark a turning point in life with a phoenix tattoo that later proves to be nearly identical to the...