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Harper Horizon
Pub. Date
2023
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English
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Eight years after his news legend father died unexpectedly, the Emmy Award-winning journalist embarked on a three-plus-year odyssey across six continents to discover the world and, ultimately, find himself, providing a narrative of that journey and the emotional story of a young man taking charge of his life and finally grieving his larger-than-life father.
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2019
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English
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"Best-selling author Tim O'Brien shares wisdom from a life in letters, lessons learned in wartime, and the challenges, humor, and rewards of raising two sons"--
In 2003, as an older father, O'Brien resolved to give his young sons what he wished his own father had given to him: a few scraps of paper signed "Love, Dad." Maybe a word of advice. Maybe a sentence or two about some long-ago Christmas Eve. Maybe some scattered glimpses of their aging father,...
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August Witte has never wanted children, but when his wife realizes she is unexpectedly pregnant after seven years of marriage, he turns to his long-widowed father--who always seemed to care more for golf than his son--who agrees to share with August memories of his mother in exchange for playing a monthly round of golf.
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An award-winning journalist and father of five discusses the various stages of fatherhood, revealing the profound physiological connections between children and fathers, from conception through adolescence and into adulthood--and the importance of the relationship between mothers and fathers. In the process, he challenges the legacy of Freud and mainstream views of parental attachment, and also explains how we can become better parents ourselves.
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English
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"A must-have baby shower gift for expectant dads! In this one-of-a-kind guide, dad, doula, and certified lactation counselor Brian Salmon and perinatal mental health and relationship expert Kirsten Brunner offer practical, modern-day survival tips for expectant dads and birth partners. Gone are the days when fathers would nervously pace the waiting room while their partners gave birth. Dads are participating in childbirth now more than ever before....
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"Charlie Goldwyn's life hasn't exactly gone according to plan. Widowerhood at thirty-three and twelve-hour workdays have left a gap in his relationship with his quirky five-year-old son, Caleb, whose obsession with natural disasters and penchant for girls' clothing have made him something of a loner at his preschool. The only thing Charlie has going for him is his job at a prestigious law firm, where he is finally close to becoming a partner. But...
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Simon & Schuster Audio
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
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Coyne shares his tale: of one man's journey through the first year of parenthood, told with wit, humor, and heart. It is a ferociously funny, inventively foul-mouthed, and genuinely touching account of a baby's first year. If you're looking for a reminder of what's most important in life, this combination memoir and advice book is sure to charm you.
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English
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Marriage and Kids are No Joke. He may not win Father of the Year, but Clint Edwards has won the hearts of thousands-including the New York Times, Scary Mommy, and Good Morning America-thanks to his candor and irreverence when it comes to raising kids, being married, and learning from his mistakes. Clint has three children: Tristan (the know it all), Norah (the snarky princess), and Aspen (the worst roommate ever). He describes parenting as "a million...
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Tyndale House Publishers
Pub. Date
c2011
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English
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From the creators of Fireproof comes an inspiring new story about everyday heroes who long to be the kinds of dads that make a lifelong impact on their children. As law enforcement officers, Adam Mitchell, Nathan Hayes, and their partners willingly stand up to the worst the world can offer. Yet at the end of the day, they face a challenge that none of them are truly prepared to tackle: fatherhood. While they consistently give their best on the job,...
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Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book.
Book Preview: #1 When you're pregnant, you think that life will be different once you have a child. But five months into the pregnancy, I realized that the feeling of being weighed down by adulthood wasn't going to get any better any time soon.
#2 When we moved to Paris, we had no idea where we would end up, but we were sure that we would be living outside of the United States. We...
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The ultimate guide to unlocking your child's potential and nurturing their growth in today's fast-paced world
Kelly Rippon, mother of Olympic medalist Adam Rippon, empowers parents with the essential tools and strategies to raise resilient, confident, and successful children. Drawing on her personal experiences as a parent, Rippon provides actionable insights that will transform your approach to parenting.
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Brimming with timeless stories and inspirational quotes, this book on fatherhood from Max Lucado is the perfect gift to show Dad how much he means to the family.
Dads are a one-of-a-kind bunch. They can be strong and stern, yet heartfelt and gentle. They may be out of touch with today's Top 40 Hits, but know just the right word to say in a quiet moment. They are always there to provide, lend a helping hand, or be our biggest cheerleader.
Max Lucado...
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Addiction is a disease. So is Cancer. Decades ago we whispered when speaking of a Cancer diagnosis. Today, through awareness, it is appalling to think there was ever a stigma attached to Cancer. Instead we are now vocal about Cancer, we seek answers, we seek cures, and we seek prayer. However, the stigma attached to the disease of Addiction is still very real. The diagnosis is still whispered. Pride Aside is one Father's attempt to be vocal, to share...
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In Burning Fence, acclaimed novelist Craig Lesley turns his keen eye toward two difficult fathers and an alcohol-damaged Indian foster child, Craig's own "son," Wade. Abandoned by his shell-shocked father, Rudell, Craig grew up with his stepfather, Vern, a tough, controlling railroader. When events turned nasty, Craig, his mother, and his baby sister fled on the night train and arrived at an Indian reservation where his mother found work. Decades...
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Fatherhood is no longer a playground-it's a battleground. The demands placed on fathers have never been greater, yet neither has the importance of a father's role in the life of his child. This creates a dilemma: how can fathers balance career and family while connecting with their children in a meaningful and intentional way?
In Daddy Saturday, Justin Batt will show you how. Justin has spent over 13,000 hours on Saturdays over the past 11 years engaging...
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Ser padres nunca fue sencillo, mucho menos en el Siglo XXI caracterizado por la digitalización, el cambio vertiginoso, la pandemia y la incertidumbre. Por años, el ritmo acelerado de nuestras vidas nos impidió hallar un tiempo para reflexionar acerca de si lo que estamos haciendo cada día es malo o bueno para nuestros hijos e hijas. Necesitamos tomarnos un momento para analizar cómo los estamos educando. Este libro tiene la intención de acompañar...
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A Soliloquy on Parenting is not a 'how-to' on parenting but a retrospective driven by ideas and aesthetics.
The tone is reflective with a philosophical bent, written in small segments to capture the many thoughts and feelings of parenting. It's filled with stories which have clear though anonymous references to his children.
For parenting is mostly about stories.
It's a small book that's often philosophical, using books and movies as ideas in parenting....
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Good fathering is a powerful force in the lives of children, a force that can markedly reduce their risks of crime, substance abuse, depression and bad attitudes to school and at the same time increasing their chances of having fulfilled lives. But even when dads know this, they usually just don't know what to do. This book from best-selling parenting author Bruce Robinson includes stories and tips from TV personality Sir Michael Parkinson, author...
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Learn about the way men see themselves today and their actions for gender equality. A unique dialogue with men from 12 countries of various ages and ethnicities with a variety of viewpoints. They represent different branches of the men's movement as they discuss their understandings of masculinities.
Topics include: Overview of Men's Changing Roles, What We Teach Boys about Masculinities, Pro-Feminism, Father Absence is a Key Issue, Differences between...
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New dads are often isolated at a time when being with other fathers would be helpful in understanding how being a parent is changing them. For more than 30 years I have been facilitating "Men's Group For Fathers of Young Children." Fatherhood: The Journey from Man to Dad are essays I have written from what we discussed in these groups. At the end of each essay there are questions for self-reflection or to discuss in a group with other dads (or moms...
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