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From Strength to Strength

Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life

by Arthur C. Brooks ...

Narrated by Arthur C. Brooks ...

Unabridged

5 hours 49 min

**INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERThe roadmap for finding purpose, meaning, and success as we age, from bestselling author, Harvard professor, and the Atlantic's happiness columnist Arthur Brooks.**Many of us assume that the more successful we are, the less susceptible we become to the sense of professional and social irrelevance that often accompanies aging. But the truth is, the greater our ... Read more

$17.50 USD

**INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERThe roadmap for finding purpose, meaning, and success as we age, from bestselling author, Harvard professor, and the Atlantic's happiness columnist Arthur Brooks.**Many of us assume that the more successful we are, the less susceptible we become to the sense of professional and social irrelevance that often accompanies aging. But the truth is, the greater our
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Surviving a Borderline Parent

How to Heal Your Childhood Wounds and Build Trust, Boundaries, and Self-Esteem

by Freda B. Friedman, Kimberlee Roth ...

Narrated by Pam Ward ...

Unabridged

7 hours 17 min

Between 6 and 10 million people in the U.S. suffer from borderline personality disorder. This book teaches adult children how to overcome the devastating effects of growing up with a parent who suffers from BPD. Although relatively common, borderline personality disorder (BPD) is often overlooked or misdiagnosed by therapists and clinicians and denied by those who suffer from it.If you were raised ... Read more

$16.99 USD

Between 6 and 10 million people in the U.S. suffer from borderline personality disorder. This book teaches adult children how to overcome the devastating effects of growing up with a parent who suffers from BPD. Although relatively common, borderline personality disorder (BPD) is often overlooked or misdiagnosed by therapists and clinicians and denied by those who suffer from it.If you were raised
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Keep Moving

And Other Tips and Truths about Aging

by Dick Van Dyke, Todd Gold ...

Narrated by Dick Van Dyke ...

Unabridged

5 hours 20 min

In this entertaining and inspirational memoir, Hollywood legend Dick Van Dyke shares his secret to staying resilient in old age.Beloved Hollywood icon Dick Van Dyke will celebrate his ninetieth birthday in December 2015. He’s an established legend, having starred in Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and The Dick Van Dyke Show. And yet he’s still keeping himself busy, entertaining America on ... Read more

$19.95 USD

In this entertaining and inspirational memoir, Hollywood legend Dick Van Dyke shares his secret to staying resilient in old age.Beloved Hollywood icon Dick Van Dyke will celebrate his ninetieth birthday in December 2015. He’s an established legend, having starred in Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and The Dick Van Dyke Show. And yet he’s still keeping himself busy, entertaining America on
... Read more
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Getting Naked

The Quiet Work of Becoming Perfectly Imperfect

by Valerie Bertinelli ...

Narrated by Valerie Bertinelli ...

Unabridged

5 hours 51 min

NARRATED BY THE AUTHORFrom beloved actress and New York Times bestselling author Valerie Bertinelli, her most vulnerable book yet offering wisdom hard-won through divorce, menopause, and generational pain, with a powerful message of self-acceptance and embracing the past with compassion.With her signature warmth and disarming humor, the beloved actress and New York Times bestselling author strips ... Read more

$23.99 USD

NARRATED BY THE AUTHORFrom beloved actress and New York Times bestselling author Valerie Bertinelli, her most vulnerable book yet offering wisdom hard-won through divorce, menopause, and generational pain, with a powerful message of self-acceptance and embracing the past with compassion.With her signature warmth and disarming humor, the beloved actress and New York Times bestselling author strips
... Read more
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Walking on Eggshells

Navigating the Delicate Relationship Between Adult Children and Parents

by Jane Isay ...

Narrated by Ann Marie Lee ...

Unabridged

7 hours 31 min

We raise our children to be independent and lead fulfilling lives, but when they finally do, staying close becomes more complicated than ever. And for every bewildered mother who wonders why her children don't call, there is a frustrated son or daughter who just wants to be treated like a grownup. Now, renowned editor Jane Isay delivers the perfect gift to both parents and their adult children ... Read more

$16.99 USD

We raise our children to be independent and lead fulfilling lives, but when they finally do, staying close becomes more complicated than ever. And for every bewildered mother who wonders why her children don't call, there is a frustrated son or daughter who just wants to be treated like a grownup. Now, renowned editor Jane Isay delivers the perfect gift to both parents and their adult children
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Lessons From Lucy

The Simple Joys of an Old, Happy Dog

by Dave Barry ...

Narrated by Dave Barry ...

Unabridged

4 hours 1 min

**In this “little gem” (****Washington Independent Review of Books),**Pulitzer Prize–winning columnist and New York Times bestselling author Dave Barry learns how to age happily from his old but joyful dog, Lucy.As Dave Barry turns seventy—not happily—he realizes that his dog, Lucy, is dealing with old age far better than he is. She has more friends, fewer worries, and way more fun. So Dave ... Read more

$17.99 USD

**In this “little gem” (****Washington Independent Review of Books),**Pulitzer Prize–winning columnist and New York Times bestselling author Dave Barry learns how to age happily from his old but joyful dog, Lucy.As Dave Barry turns seventy—not happily—he realizes that his dog, Lucy, is dealing with old age far better than he is. She has more friends, fewer worries, and way more fun. So Dave
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Comfort of Crows, The

A Backyard Year

by Margaret Renkl ...

Narrated by Margaret Renkl ...

Unabridged

7 hours 47 min

REESE’S BOOK CLUB PICKTHE PERFECT AUDIOBOOK FOR NATURE LOVERS, BIRDERS, AND GARDENERS * USA TODAY BESTSELLER * NATIONAL BESTSELLER * AMAZON EDITOR’S PICK * INDIE NEXT PICKFrom the beloved New York Times opinion writer and bestselling author of Late Migrations comes a “howling love letter to the world” (Ann Patchett): a luminous book that traces the passing of seasons, personal and natural.In The ... Read more

$26.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

REESE’S BOOK CLUB PICKTHE PERFECT AUDIOBOOK FOR NATURE LOVERS, BIRDERS, AND GARDENERS * USA TODAY BESTSELLER * NATIONAL BESTSELLER * AMAZON EDITOR’S PICK * INDIE NEXT PICKFrom the beloved New York Times opinion writer and bestselling author of Late Migrations comes a “howling love letter to the world” (Ann Patchett): a luminous book that traces the passing of seasons, personal and natural.In The
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Making the Best of What's Left

When We're too Old to Get the Chairs Reupholstered

by Judith Viorst ...

Narrated by Judith Viorst ...

Unabridged

4 hours 40 min

From the bestselling author Judith Viorst comes a witty and poignant exploration of the joys and sorrows of life’s twilight years—one that leaves us laughing, pondering, and grateful for the moments we have left.In a career that has spanned more than fifty years, Judith Viorst has captivated readers with her bestselling children’s books and collections of poetry reflecting on each decade of life. ... Read more

$17.99 USD

From the bestselling author Judith Viorst comes a witty and poignant exploration of the joys and sorrows of life’s twilight years—one that leaves us laughing, pondering, and grateful for the moments we have left.In a career that has spanned more than fifty years, Judith Viorst has captivated readers with her bestselling children’s books and collections of poetry reflecting on each decade of life.
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When Our Grown Kids Disappoint Us

Letting Go of Their Problems, Loving Them Anyway, and Getting on with Our Lives

by Jane Adams ...

Narrated by Jane Adams ...

Unabridged

4 hours 29 min

How do today's parents cope when the dreams we had for our children clash with reality? What can we do for our twenty- and even thirty-somethings who can't seem to grow up? Who can we turn to when the kids aren't all right and we, their parents, are frightened, frustrated, resentful, embarrassed, and especially, disappointed?In this groundbreaking book, a social psychologist who's been chronicling ... Read more

$16.99 USD

How do today's parents cope when the dreams we had for our children clash with reality? What can we do for our twenty- and even thirty-somethings who can't seem to grow up? Who can we turn to when the kids aren't all right and we, their parents, are frightened, frustrated, resentful, embarrassed, and especially, disappointed?In this groundbreaking book, a social psychologist who's been chronicling
... Read more
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The Highland Hens

The uplifting, feel-good read from MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Judy Leigh

by Judy Leigh ...

Narrated by Phyllida Nash ...

Unabridged

11 hours 4 min

From MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Judy Leigh‘Brilliantly funny, emotional and uplifting’ Miranda DickinsonIn the imposing Glen Carrick House overlooking Scotland’s famous Loch Ness, lives eighty-eight-year-old Mimi McKinlay, cared for by her three adult sons.Hamish has inherited his mother’s musical talents, Fin is the responsible brother, and Angus has the complicated and brooding personality to match ... Read more

$25.92 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

From MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Judy Leigh‘Brilliantly funny, emotional and uplifting’ Miranda DickinsonIn the imposing Glen Carrick House overlooking Scotland’s famous Loch Ness, lives eighty-eight-year-old Mimi McKinlay, cared for by her three adult sons.Hamish has inherited his mother’s musical talents, Fin is the responsible brother, and Angus has the complicated and brooding personality to match
... Read more
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The French Cookery School: The perfect escapist beach read for summer 2025!

by Caroline James ...

Narrated by Gill Mills ...

Unabridged

8 hours 52 min

The recipe for a perfect summer…Step 1: Mix together a group of mature studentsStep 2: Add in a handsome hostStep 3: Season with a celebrity chefStep 4: Bring to the boil at a luxurious cookery school in France!Waltho Williams has no idea what he’s letting himself in for when he opens the doors to his beautiful French home, La Maison du Paradis. But with dwindling fu... ... Read more

$27.99 USD

The recipe for a perfect summer…Step 1: Mix together a group of mature studentsStep 2: Add in a handsome hostStep 3: Season with a celebrity chefStep 4: Bring to the boil at a luxurious cookery school in France!Waltho Williams has no idea what he’s letting himself in for when he opens the doors to his beautiful French home, La Maison du Paradis. But with dwindling fu...
... Read more
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The Book About Getting Older

The essential comforting guide to ageing with wise advice for the highs and lows

by Lucy Pollock ...

Narrated by Lucy Pollock ...

Unabridged

9 hours 49 min

Brought to you by Penguin.The most important book you'll ever read about the second half of your life now.Now more than ever, we need to talk about getting older.Many of us are living to a very great age. But how do we give those we love, and eventually ourselves, long lives that are as happy and healthy as possible?Dr Lucy's book gives us answers to the questions we can voice - and those that we ... Read more

$17.99 USD

Brought to you by Penguin.The most important book you'll ever read about the second half of your life now.Now more than ever, we need to talk about getting older.Many of us are living to a very great age. But how do we give those we love, and eventually ourselves, long lives that are as happy and healthy as possible?Dr Lucy's book gives us answers to the questions we can voice - and those that we
... Read more
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Still Here

Embracing Aging, Changing and Dying

by Ram Dass ...

Narrated by Steve Susskind ...

Abridged

3 hours 5 min

Still Here: Embracing Aging, Changing and Dying is Ram Dass’ reflection on the joys, pains and opportunities that appear as we age. ... Read more

$13.99 USD

Still Here: Embracing Aging, Changing and Dying is Ram Dass’ reflection on the joys, pains and opportunities that appear as we age.
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Moments of Glad Grace

A Memoir

by Alison Wearing ...

Narrated by Alison Wearing ...

Unabridged

7 hours 7 min

“As a writer, Wearing is all luscious texture and running narrative.” — The Globe and MailMoments of Glad Grace is a moving and witty memoir of aging, familial love, and the hunt for roots and belonging. The story begins as a trip from Canada to Ireland in search of genealogical data and documents. Being 80 and in the early stages of Parkinson’s Disease, Joe invites his daughter Alison to come ... Read more

$22.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

“As a writer, Wearing is all luscious texture and running narrative.” — The Globe and MailMoments of Glad Grace is a moving and witty memoir of aging, familial love, and the hunt for roots and belonging. The story begins as a trip from Canada to Ireland in search of genealogical data and documents. Being 80 and in the early stages of Parkinson’s Disease, Joe invites his daughter Alison to come
... Read more
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The Late Bloomer

Myths and Stories of the Wise Woman Archetype

by Clarissa Pinkola Estés, PhD ...

Narrated by Clarissa Pinkola Estés, PhD ...

Unabridged

7 hours 50 min

Volume Four of the Dangerous Old Woman Series with Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés"What makes talent bloom? Ask what makes a tree blossom. They are the same. It is not unfathomable. It only takes concentration. Concentration of energies is what makes a tree flower. Not bigger, not faster, not taking up more space. Rather, less space. Density. Pressure in hard places. Often, in the dark. Relentlessly. ... Read more

$49.99 USD

Volume Four of the Dangerous Old Woman Series with Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés"What makes talent bloom? Ask what makes a tree blossom. They are the same. It is not unfathomable. It only takes concentration. Concentration of energies is what makes a tree flower. Not bigger, not faster, not taking up more space. Rather, less space. Density. Pressure in hard places. Often, in the dark. Relentlessly.
... Read more
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Neither Married nor Single

When Your Partner Has Alzheimer’s or Other Dementia

by David Kirkpatrick MA, MD ...

Narrated by Bronson Pinchot ...

Unabridged

6 hours 8 min

When Dr. David Kirkpatrick’s wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2007, their lives—and their marriage—would change forever. In an honest, uplifting, and sometimes heartbreaking account of loving a partner with dementia, Dr. Kirkpatrick creates a clear guide for others in similar circumstances. He shares his perspective both as a loving and grief-stricken husband coping with a profound ... Read more

$14.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

When Dr. David Kirkpatrick’s wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2007, their lives—and their marriage—would change forever. In an honest, uplifting, and sometimes heartbreaking account of loving a partner with dementia, Dr. Kirkpatrick creates a clear guide for others in similar circumstances. He shares his perspective both as a loving and grief-stricken husband coping with a profound
... Read more
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The Mother's Secret

A heartbreaking but uplifting novel from the author of Before We Grow Old

by Clare Swatman ...

Narrated by Candida Gubbins, Claire Morgan, Charlotte Strevens ...

Unabridged

10 hours 11 min

There’s nothing a mother wouldn’t do for her children – even if it means telling a lie…Sisters Georgie and Kate have always been close. Brought up by their mum Jan after the death of their father, this family of women have always been able to rely on each other.Jan loves her daughters with all her heart. She knows some people think she’s an over-protective mother, but they didn’t know what she ... Read more

$22.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

There’s nothing a mother wouldn’t do for her children – even if it means telling a lie…Sisters Georgie and Kate have always been close. Brought up by their mum Jan after the death of their father, this family of women have always been able to rely on each other.Jan loves her daughters with all her heart. She knows some people think she’s an over-protective mother, but they didn’t know what she
... Read more
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how to have patience( real life advice)

How to keep patience while dealing with life situations

by Parshwika Bhandari ...

Narrated by Parshwika Bhandari ...

Unabridged

18 min

This audiobook contains real life tips and tricks to keep patience while dealing with life situation which is really essential to maintain a balance in our lives.All these tips mentioned in book are long term strategies these are not shortcut tips to achieve overnight quick results, these are long term strategies and it will take sometime to get desired results. ... Read more

$23.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook contains real life tips and tricks to keep patience while dealing with life situation which is really essential to maintain a balance in our lives.All these tips mentioned in book are long term strategies these are not shortcut tips to achieve overnight quick results, these are long term strategies and it will take sometime to get desired results.
... Read more
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The New Hot

Cruising Through Menopause with Attitude and Style

by Meg Mathews ...

Narrated by Meg Mathews, Amy Noble, Alexander Capon ...

Unabridged

4 hours 57 min

“A sassy, accurate, and enormously helpful romp through the midlife transition known as menopause . . . I highly recommend it to all women who want to embrace all the possibilities offered by this change, including vibrant health, a sense of humor, a renewed sense of purpose, and the best sex of your life.”—Christiane Northrup, MD, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Wisdom of ... Read more

$15.99 USD

“A sassy, accurate, and enormously helpful romp through the midlife transition known as menopause . . . I highly recommend it to all women who want to embrace all the possibilities offered by this change, including vibrant health, a sense of humor, a renewed sense of purpose, and the best sex of your life.”—Christiane Northrup, MD, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Wisdom of
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Just Once, No More

On Fathers, Sons, and Who We Are Until We Are No Longer

by Charles Foran ...

Narrated by Charles Foran ...

Unabridged

5 hours 4 min

**In his poignant memoir, Charles Foran presents a portrait of his gruff-but-fond father wrestling with the end of life as Charlie acts as witness, solace, and would-be guide while facing his own mortality."Luminous. . . . Wise and moving." —Yann Martel**Dave Foran was a formidable man of few words, from a different era than his sensitive, literary son, Charlie. As a younger person, Dave had lived ... Read more

$24.99 USD

**In his poignant memoir, Charles Foran presents a portrait of his gruff-but-fond father wrestling with the end of life as Charlie acts as witness, solace, and would-be guide while facing his own mortality."Luminous. . . . Wise and moving." —Yann Martel**Dave Foran was a formidable man of few words, from a different era than his sensitive, literary son, Charlie. As a younger person, Dave had lived
... Read more
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मैं नहीं मरूँगा

by Gabriel Agbo ...

Unabridged

1 hour 23 min

अभी सब कुछ खत्म नहीं हुआ है। ईश्वर ने अभी आपके लिए बहुत कुछ बचा कर रखा है। आप अभी मर नहीं रहे हैं। हाँ, अभी जिन्दगी बाकी है। यह पुस्तक आपको आश्वस्त करने के लिए है कि उसके पास अभी भी आपके जीवन के लिए योजना है। इससे कोई फर्क नहीं पड़ता कि अंधेरा कितना गहरा है।PUBLISHER: TEKTIME ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

अभी सब कुछ खत्म नहीं हुआ है। ईश्वर ने अभी आपके लिए बहुत कुछ बचा कर रखा है। आप अभी मर नहीं रहे हैं। हाँ, अभी जिन्दगी बाकी है। यह पुस्तक आपको आश्वस्त करने के लिए है कि उसके पास अभी भी आपके जीवन के लिए योजना है। इससे कोई फर्क नहीं पड़ता कि अंधेरा कितना गहरा है।PUBLISHER: TEKTIME
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The Ultimate Guide to a Happy Life in Retirement

Stay Active and Healthy in the Best Chapter of Life, Learn New Things and Revisit Old Hobbies, Explore Your Freedom and Social Ideas

by Romek Hanys ...

Narrated by Zachary Locklear ...

Series Audiobook 2 - TheUlt
Unabridged

5 hours 39 min

Unlock the Joy of Retirement and Find Purpose Again Even if you've never imagined retirement could be this fulfilling.• Struggling to make your retirement meaningful?• Feeling lost without the structure of a job?• Looking for affordable activities that spark joy and adventure?• Need the perfect gift for your mum or dad in their new chapter?• Wondering how to stay healthy, social, and inspired ... Read more

$11.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Unlock the Joy of Retirement and Find Purpose Again Even if you've never imagined retirement could be this fulfilling.• Struggling to make your retirement meaningful?• Feeling lost without the structure of a job?• Looking for affordable activities that spark joy and adventure?• Need the perfect gift for your mum or dad in their new chapter?• Wondering how to stay healthy, social, and inspired
... Read more
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Value of Wrinkles, The

A Young Perspective on How Loving the Old Will Change Your Life

by Isabel Tom ...

Narrated by Michele Venlee ...

Unabridged

5 hours 18 min

That Wasn't A White Hair, Was It?We’re so afraid of aging that we begin to devalue ourselves and others with each passing year. The phrase "30 years old" incites panic. Seniors live in separate communities and barely interact with young people, while middle-aged people spend millions each year on anti-aging products.But what if we have it all wrong? Isabel Tom grew up living with grandparents and ... Read more

$14.99 USD

That Wasn't A White Hair, Was It?We’re so afraid of aging that we begin to devalue ourselves and others with each passing year. The phrase "30 years old" incites panic. Seniors live in separate communities and barely interact with young people, while middle-aged people spend millions each year on anti-aging products.But what if we have it all wrong? Isabel Tom grew up living with grandparents and
... Read more
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The Growing Pains of Jennifer Ebert, Aged 19 Going on 91

The feel good, uplifting comedy

by David M. Barnett ...

Narrated by David Thorpe ...

Unabridged

12 hours 2 min

This title was previously published in 2018 with the original title, 'The Lonely Hearts Cinema Club''The characters jump right off the page and into your heart.' Reader reviewNineteen-year-old Jennifer is regretting her hasty move into Sunset Promenade, an unusual retirement home taking in students to save money. Despite their differences in age, Jennifer and the older residents thrive and embark ... Read more

$24.99 USD

This title was previously published in 2018 with the original title, 'The Lonely Hearts Cinema Club''The characters jump right off the page and into your heart.' Reader reviewNineteen-year-old Jennifer is regretting her hasty move into Sunset Promenade, an unusual retirement home taking in students to save money. Despite their differences in age, Jennifer and the older residents thrive and embark
... Read more

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