About 	 Lucy Rycroft: Lucy is the founder of The Hope-Filled Family, a ministry encouraging Christian parents, carers and all those investing in the younger generation. She is the author of several books for adults and children, including Busy Family Devotional and the Mighty Girl, Mighty God series. She is mum to four children ages 11 to 16, who arrived by birth and adoption, and is married to Al, a church leader in York, England.

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About A D Swanston: Andrew Swanston read law at Cambridge, but was inspired to write by his lifelong interest in early modern history. His Thomas Hill novels – The King’s Spy, The King’s Exile and The King’s Return – are set against the backdrops of the English Civil War, Cromwell’s Commonwealth and the early Restoration respectively. He is also the author of Waterloo: The Bravest Man and Beautiful Star and Other Stories. His first historical thriller set during the reign of Elizabeth I – Incendium (published in paperback as The Incendium Plot) – introduced readers to the academic, lawyer and intelligencer Dr Christopher Radcliff, whose adventures continue in Chaos. Andrew Swanston lives in Surrey.

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About A J Baime: A. J. BAIME is the New York Times best-selling author of The Arsenal of Democracy: FDR, Detroit, and an Epic Quest to Arm an America at War and Go Like Hell: Ford, Ferrari, and Their Battle for Speed and Glory at Le Mans. Both books are in development for major motion pictures. Baime is a longtime regular contributor to the Wall Street Journal, and his articles have also appeared in the New York Times, Popular Science, and Men’s Journal. He lives in Granite Bay, California. Visit him at facebook.com/ajbaime and trumanbook.com.

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About A J Pollard: Anthony James Pollard is a British medieval historian, specialising in the fifteenth century and in particular the Wars of the Roses. A leading authority in the field, he is profesor emeritus of Teesside University. His books include North-Eastern England during the Wars of the Roses, Richard III and the Princes in theTower, Imagining Robin Hood: the Late Medieval Stories in Historical Context and Warwick the kingmaker: Politics, Power and Fame.

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About A K Benjamin: A K Benjamin is a clinical neuropsychologist and the author of Let Me Not Be Mad: A Story of Unravelling Minds.

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About A L Berridge: A. L. Berridge read English at Oxford, and taught for ten years before moving into television, where her production credits range from period drama and thrillers to long-running soaps. She has written two previous novels, Top Ten besteller Honour and the Sword and In the Name of the King. Into the Valley of Death is her third novel.

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About A L Gaylin: Alison Gaylin's first job was as a reporter for a celebrity tabloid, which sparked a lifelong interest in writing about people committing despicable acts. More than a decade later, she wrote and published her Edgar-nominated first novel, HIDE YOUR EYES. 
 
She's since published nine more books, including the USA Today and international bestselling Brenna Spector suspense series, which has been nominated for the Edgar, Anthony and Thriller awards and won the Shamus award. 
 
She lives in upstate New York with her husband, daughter, cat and dog.

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About A S Webb: A.S. Webb is the Sunday Times bestselling author of Daughter of Chaos, the first instalment of The Dark Pantheon Trilogy. She is inspired by stories rooted in history and mythology, that push the boundaries of imagination and urge us to reflect on what it means to be human.

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About A. A. Dhand / A. A. Dhand: A. A. Dhand is the author of six previous novels, and has been shortlisted for the CWA Steel Dagger Award. His DI Harry Virdee novels are currently being adapted for TV by the BBC. He was raised in Bradford and spent his youth observing the city from behind the counter of a small convenience store. After qualifying as a pharmacist, he worked in London and travelled extensively before returning to Bradford to start his own business and begin writing. The history, diversity and darkness of the city have inspired all his novels. For more information about A. A. Dhand and his books, follow him on X @aadhand, and on Instagram @aa_dhand.

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About A. B. Poranek / A. B. Poranek: A. B. Poranek grew up sharing her time between Ontario, Canada and rural Poland, and eventually completed a veterinary degree at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences. A lover of mythology and history, she enjoys exploring both in her writing. Her debut novel, Where the Dark Stands Still, an instant New York Times bestseller, is an ode to Poland's folktales, while A Treachery of Swans transports readers to a world inspired by 17th century France.

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About A. C. Grayling / A. C. Grayling: Professor A. C. Grayling is Principal of the New College of the Humanities at Northeastern University, London, and a Supernumerary Fellow of St Anne's College, Oxford. He has written and edited over thirty books on philosophy, history, science and current affairs. For several years he wrote columns for the Guardian newspaper and The Times and was the chairman of the 2014 Man Booker Prize.

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About A. D. Miller / A. D. Miller: A.D. Miller is the author of Snowdrops, The Earl of Petticoat Lane and The Faithful Couple. Snowdrops was a bestseller and was shortlisted for many prizes including the Man Booker and the CWA Gold Dagger. It was translated into 25 languages. As Moscow Correspondent of The Economist A.D. Miller has travelled across the former Soviet Union and covered the Orange Revolution in Ukraine; he is now the magazine’s Culture Editor based in London. 
 
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Robert Poynton

Conversation is about more than communication. It’s how we connect with each other and make sense of the world; it’s an essential part of being human. 
 
So why do some flow, while others are stilted and awkward? Can we make difficult conversations easier? 
 
In this book, Robert Poynton explores the ‘everyday miracle’ that leads to new ideas and deeper relationships. He offers simple ways to improve our natural ability so that we overcome any anxiety, converse more skilfully and have more meaningful interactions. You will:<ul><li>Discover it’s not about being clever, witty or winning arguments</li><li>Learn to listen and hold space</li><li>Find out how a simple bit of structure can make all the difference</li><li>Create the conditions for more fruitful conversations</li></ul> 
The best conversations aren’t planned or one-sided; they are highly responsive, improvised exchanges. Let’s keep talking. 
 
‘Wise, inspirational and empowering. One of the finest things I’ve read about this foundational human practice.’ – Tom Chatfield, author & tech philosopher

Do Conversation – There is no such thing as small talk.

Jillian Lavender

Sometimes life can feel like a lot. Even on a good day you will experience some stress and fatigue. The nature of modern living guarantees it. The crucial question is not how to avoid it, but how quickly can you reset and recover. 
 
The answer lies within. 
 
Meditation is the most powerful tool to rebalance your system; to get past the noise, arrive at a state of inner mental quiet and tap into a virtually unlimited reservoir of energy and creative potential. 
 
Jillian Lavender is one of the world’s most experienced teachers of Vedic Meditation. In Do Reset, you’ll discover how this ancient practice can help you maintain your sense of self, provide clarity and move forward. 
 
Meditation is not about detaching from life. It’s about becoming more dynamic and engaged in the world around you. Because how we respond to life’s challenges is becoming the defining skill of our age. 
 
‘A modern-day guide to a timeless practice. Jillian shows why meditation is the essential reset for our busy lives.’ – Tim Spector OBE, Sunday Times bestselling author 
Sometimes life can feel like a lot. Even on a good day you will experience some stress and fatigue. The nature of modern living guarantees it. The crucial question is not how to avoid it, but how quickly can you reset and recover. 
 
The answer lies within. 
 
Meditation is the most powerful tool to rebalance your system; to get past the noise, arrive at a state of inner mental quiet and tap into a virtually unlimited reservoir of energy and creative potential. 
 
Jillian Lavender is one of the world’s most experienced teachers of Vedic Meditation. In Do Reset, you’ll discover how this ancient practice can help you maintain your sense of self, provide clarity and move forward. 
 
Meditation is not about detaching from life. It’s about becoming more dynamic and engaged in the world around you. Because how we respond to life’s challenges is becoming the defining skill of our age. 
 
‘A modern-day guide to a timeless practice. Jillian shows why meditation is the essential reset for our busy lives.’ – Tim Spector OBE, Sunday Times bestselling author

Do Reset – Meditate. Move beyond thinking. Find clarity

Gail Muller

Gail Muller, a chronic pain sufferer, was told to ‘give up hope’ of a recovery and accept that she would be in a wheelchair by 40. She refused. She eventually found a cure and went on to walk the legendary Appalachian Trail. But what is hope? And why do we need it now more than ever? 
 
In this book, Gail shares her own story of survival and what she has learnt: that hope is not just a platitude, it’s a powerful and energising catalyst towards better days. A light in the dark. But sometimes hope can fade ­– and if that happens, how do we get it back? In Do Hope you will: 
<ul><li>Meet the Three Musketeers: resilience, perseverance and self-worth</li><li>Develop tools to feel reinvigorated and realigned</li><li>Discover what really makes you happy</li><li>Appreciate how helping others can lift you too</li></ul> 
For those times when we feel adrift, challenged or face adversity, Do Hope will help us keep the flame of hope alive. 
 
 
‘We are all capable of cultivating hope. This beautiful book serves as a reminder, and shows us how.’ – Kris Hallenga

Do Hope

Why you should never give up

Libby DeLana

One morning, Libby DeLana left her New England home to go for a walk. She did the same thing the next day, and the next. It became a daily habit that has culminated in her walking the equivalent of the earth's circumference. She walked through some major life milestones – and into her second act. 
 
In Do Walk, Libby shares the transformative nature of this simple yet powerful practice. She reveals how walking each day provides the time and space to reconnect with the world; to process thoughts, improve wellbeing, and unlock creativity. It is the ultimate navigational tool that helps us to see who we are, and where we want to go. 
 
This inspiring and reflective guide is an invitation to step outside and see where the path takes us... 
 
‘A moving and wise book that powerfully conveys a simple truth: that putting one foot in front of the other is a transformative act. DeLana writes with insight, heart, and wit about love, loss, work, creativity, and the mysteries of being human.’ Cheryl Strayed, international bestselling author of Wild 
 
‘Do Walk is a refreshing reminder that daily exercise isn't so much about sweat and exertion as it is about commitment and exploration of nature and of self. DeLana's evocative prose allows us to walk next to her. This book helped me examine parts of my life but, more than anything, it made me want to lace up and head outside in search for a new path of my own.’ Charlie Engle, endurance runner and author 
 
‘Who knew that a daily walk could be a transformational experience? Libby DeLana shares her inspiring stories and best practice in this special book. So much of the wisdom in Do Walk has stayed with me long after finishing it.’ Cheryl Richardson, New York Times bestselling author of Take Time for Your Life 
 
‘Do Walk has wildly impacted my life and inspired me to make some changes… I would’ve never thought that I’d find gratitude in walking.’ Alex Elle, New York Times bestselling author of How We Heal 
 
'Libby shares stories and lessons learned from the daily walk she has taken each morning since 2011. May it inspire your own peregrinations; be they morning, noon, or long after midnight.' Suleika Jaouad, Isolation Journals 
 
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Do Walk – Navigate earth, mind and body. Step by step

James Sills

Nothing beats singing with other people, whether at a stadium concert, a big sports event, or in a choir. It’s a powerful, uplifting and joyful expression of our humanity. But singing together is much more than that. 
 
James Sills is a vocal leader on a mission to get more people singing. It supports our mental, physical and emotional health; and when we sing with others, we form deep connections with ourselves, the people around us, and the present moment. 
 
Do Sing is a guide to help reawaken a love of singing. In this book, you will: 
 <ul><li>Learn simple exercises to improve breathing, posture and pitch</li><li>Understand what might be holding you back</li><li>Get started with a few familiar songs</li><li>Compile the soundtrack to your life so far</li></ul> 
Music is powerful and singing is cathartic. So, in the words of Bob Marley, let’s get together and feel alright. 
 
'An open door to the joyous world of singing.'­ Cerys Matthews 
 
'The choral leader who knows all about power of raising our voices together.’ The Today Show, NBC 
 
'For Sills, group singing ticks all the boxes of the NHS's five recommended steps to wellbeing: social connection, being active, learning new skills, giving to others and mindfulness.’ Telegraph 
 
'Sills makes a passionate case for the importance of lifelong singing to improve wellbeing, bring us closer to our local communities and lift us up body and spirit.’ Making Music 
 
'A poignant reminder of the holistic benefits of singing in a choir in an age of solitude'. BBC Music Magazine 
 
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Do Sing: Reclaim your voice. Find your singing tribe

Machines are designed to run constantly; people aren't. Our coping mechanisms are meditation apps, weekend breaks and annual holidays, but things soon revert. To prosper, we need a more sustainable approach - an ability to pause. 
 
Do Pause looks at the importance of this subtle yet powerful idea to communication, creativity, relationships - as well as our wellbeing and sanity. With practical tools to help you create new habits or make more significant lifestyle choices, you'll discover ways to: 
 
· Reset and regenerate 
· Deepen your thinking and experiences 
· Take back control of your time 
· Reconnect with other people - and yourself 
 
From taking a breath to taking a sabbatical, a pause can be many things. And the good news is, even just a small pause every now and again can make a real and lasting difference. 
 
‘An essential book that makes you pause. And then think about time. And then change.’ Leila Ferreira, writer & journalist 
 
‘Knowing when to stop, disconnect and reassess things isn’t a mid-life crisis or a sign of weakness – it’s a fundamental necessity. Recommended to help you slow down.’ Courier 
 
‘Most self-help guides give you tips to cram more into your life. But Do Pause will ensure the reverse – that you get more out of your life. Pressing the pause button is the key to being happier and healthier.’ Inspire, Daily Mail 
 
‘Robert Poynton’s incisive new book…encourages us to make a little more time for pauses in our lives.’ The Essential Journal 
 
‘What an excellent book this is. Warm, wise and explains how you literally create time.’ Nick Parker 
 
‘Even a briefest moment of idle time, or pauses, are important says Robert Poynton, author of Do Pause: You are not a To Do list’ The Washington Post 
 
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Do Pause: You are not a To Do list

Bobette Buster

Why is it that we seem astonished, even grateful, when someone really hears us? When they lean in and give us their time and attention. How has this basic act become such a rare commodity? Has the one-way street of social media 'broadcasting' really marked the end of conversation and listening? 
 
Do Listen is about rediscovering the lost art of listening. How to form deeper connections, generate moments of wonder, and achieve breakthroughs after a stand-off or stalemate. 
 
Yes, listening can take time. And it can be uncomfortable. Yet it is a skill that can be cultivated and mastered. It can also be a strategy. And sometimes, it will be the most important thing you ever do. 
 
What if we each took five minutes a day to actively listen? 
 
How might our world change? 
 
‘Listening is recognised as a sought-after skill in the workplace linked with strong leadership, clear communication and better ability to problem-solve. Do Listen focuses on practical ways we can reacquaint ourselves with deep and conscious listening.’ Sheer Luxe 
 
‘The art of clever communication is essential to workplace success. Bobette Buster shares secrets to owning any room.’ Marie Claire 
 
©2018 Bobette Buster (P)2018 Do Books Audio

Do Listen

Les McKeown

Real-world leadership is very different from all that the media would have us believe. Forget the dashing hero, true leadership is typically understated. It’s the myriad small things that make the big things possible. And we can all do it. 
 
In Do Lead, Les McKeown draws on his decades as CEO and senior advisor to demolish the myths around modern-day leadership – and provide new tools for the job. You’ll discover that effective leadership is goal- not people-oriented. It’s about the person with the right skills stepping forward. Find out: 
 <ul><li>Your natural leadership style</li><li>The essential toolkit and mindset</li><li>How to improve group dynamics and foster inclusivity</li><li>Strategies for dealing with setbacks and failures</li></ul> 
With scenarios from a range of industries, simple exercises and proven leadership techniques, Do Lead is an empowering guide to becoming a confident, respected and inspiring leader no matter what your position. 
 
'When Les writes, I read. Don't be deceived by this book's diminutive size - it's like a rich, chunk of leadership fudge that you never want to end. This eye-opening, challenging, and encouraging book may be small, but it packs a big punch.' 
Steve McKee, Businessweek.com columnist and author 
 
'If you don't think of yourself as a leader - think again. Les McKeown shows you how to be a great one. This is a must read for anyone who leads (or wants to lead) a company, team or group.' 
JJ Ramberg, Host of MSNBC's Your Business 
 
'A thoroughly refreshing take on what real leadership is all about. It is not about heroics or headlines, it is about achieving real results in the here and now. It's short, to the point, and not to be missed.' 
Rita Gunther McGrath, Professor and author 
 
©2014 Les McKeown (P)2017 Do Books Audio

Do Lead

Share your vision. Inspire others. Achieve the impossible

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