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For millennia, the sacred drummers of pre-Christian Mediterranean and western Asia were women. In this inspiring book, Layne Redmond, herself a renowned drummer, tells their history.

From the renowned child psychiatrist who developed the groundbreaking Floortime approach for children with autism spectrum disorder, Engaging Autism is a clear, compassionate road-map for parents. Unlike approaches that focus on changing specific behavior, Dr. Greenspan's program promotes the building blocks of healthy emotional and behavioral development, showing that children with ASD do not have a fixed, limited potential, and may often join their peers to lead full, healthy lives.

"'Mein Kampf,' Hitler's Manifesto, Returns to German Shelves" is from the Arts section of The New York Times. It was written by Melissa Eddy and narrated by Kristi Burns.

Whether you're stuck in middle management, stalled in mid-career, or mulling over a major career change, sometimes the proverbial glass ceiling feels very real indeed - a barrier keeping you from fulfilling your potential. Unlike other books, which focus on fixing you, Kick Some Glass empowers you to break through your glass ceiling and guides you toward understanding your context and uncovering what you really want, what your definition of success is, what your values are, and how to set the goals to reach your potential.

"New Rules Require Heavy-Duty Trucks to Reduce Emissions by 25 Percent over the next Decade" is from the August 16, 2016 Business section of The New York Times. It was written by Bill Vlasic and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"For Chinese Police Officers, Light Duty on Tourist Patrol in Italy" is from the May 12, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Jim Yardley and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"The Art of the Scam" is from the December 04, 2016 Opinion section of The New York Times. It was written by Paul Krugman and narrated by Kristi Burns.

Thanks to cutting-edge research, the medical and mental health communities are rediscovering the transformative power of psychedelics. And among the psychedelics showing the most promise for opening and healing the mind is the psilocybin mushroom. This friendly, fact-packed companion to magic mushrooms offers a full guide to having the most successful and beneficial experiences—whether you’re a complete newcomer or have dabbled in psychedelics before.

"Kanye West Debuts 'The Life of Pablo' and His Yeezy Season 3 Collection" is from the Style section of The New York Times. It was written by Joe Coscarelli and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"Glam vs. Sham: Tom Ford and Kanye West Face off on 1st Day of Fashion Week" is from the September 08, 2016, Lifestyle section of The New York Times. It was written by Vanessa Friedman and narrated by Kristi Burns.

One of the most renowned business communication experts will educate and empower you to create a positive and lasting impression through impactful communication. From learning how to speak someone else's “language” to nonverbal messaging, from impactful listening techniques to the art of confident (not arrogant) self-promotion, Laura Joan Katen offers practical time-tested techniques for applying the right communication tools in key business situations.

Essentials of Assessing, Preventing, and Overcoming Reading Difficulties is a practical, accessible, in-depth guide to reading assessment and intervention. It provides a detailed discussion of the nature and causes of reading difficulties, which will help develop the knowledge and confidence needed to accurately assess why a student is struggling.

Transform your passion into a profitable business - with the help of the legendary entrepreneur who turned an innovative idea into a $100 million global powerhouse. Judi Sheppard Missett is a fitness icon who, at just three years old, discovered a passion for dance that would eventually fuel a global dance fitness empire. After an early life spent honing her dancing skills and a career as a professional jazz dancer, Judi had an epiphany: Why not combine the art of jazz dancing with the science of exercise to help others achieve a healthier, happier self-image and life?

In the first book of the Lexi Fagan Mystery series, Baker's Dozen, Lexi is newly arrived in San Francisco and lands a job working at McCracken's Bakery. When her lover, firefighter Jerry Stevens, turns up dead in a devastating hotel fire, Lexi has no time to mourn. Homicide detective Robert Reiger discovers Jerry's death was no accident. Caught up in the investigation, Lexi uncovers a shocking secret that just might get her killed.

"Saving Refugees on the Mediterranean: A Luxury Yacht with a New Purpose" is from the November 07, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Raphael Minder and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"A Tour of Fallujah Reveals Grim Remnants of Life under ISIS" is from the June 22, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Tim Arango and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"Once a Cavalier, Now a Warrior, and Always Hard to Miss" is from the June 02, 2016 Sports section of The New York Times. It was written by Scott Cacciola and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"Walid Raad's Unreality Show Spins Middle Eastern History as Art" is from the Entertainment section of The New York Times. It was written by Holland Cotter and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"GOP Voters Urged to Select Dead Assemblyman in New York Race" is from the September 12, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Vivian Yee and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"An Alternative Form of Mental Health Care Gains a Foothold" is from the August 08, 2016, US section of The New York Times. It was written by Benedict Carey and narrated by Kristi Burns.