Skate for Your Life


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Pocket Change Collective was born out of a need for space. Space to think. Space to connect. Space to be yourself. And this is your invitation to join us. "Wow! Leo's vulnerability and authenticity allowed me to experience his pain and triumph. A great testament to the positive power of skateboarding and the dangers of gender." --Elissa Steamer (skateboarding pioneer) "In Skate for Your Life, Leo Baker invites us on the intimate journey toward self-realization. Leo's deep passion for skateboarding is beautifully communicated while bringing to light the difficult reality of breaking the mold on a public stage. This book synthesizes what so many LGBTQIA people can relate to--the lifelong journey of seeking out spaces where we fit in, and when we don't find them, making new ones." --JD Samson (musician, producer, and songwriter) In this moving, personal story, professional skateboarder Leo Baker shares their journey within the sport and the importance of authenticity and allyship as a non-binary athlete. Pocket Change Collective is a series of small books with big ideas from today's leading activists and artists. "Your authenticity is your superpower." That's the motto that professional skateboarder Leo Baker lives by and champions. But like any hero's journey, learning about their power didn't come easy. In this installment of the Pocket Change Collective, Baker takes the reader on a complicated, powerful journey through the world of skate and competitive sport as a non-binary athlete.




Child of Destiny


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The year is 1990, Leo is looking out for number one, Mya wants to get out of town, several people want a piece of them. Its really complicated. And then Fate comes along and adds its own pinch of salt in the mix. Chaos ensues. What will happen in the end? Does Love really conquer all?




This is How You Get Better


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Life is like an etch-a-sketch. It's only ever clear when it's brand new. After that, no matter how much you wipe over the previous stuff, you can always see the scratch lines, and it never looks the same again. In survival mode following a messy separation, Lara Abdel-Aziz is estranged from her family and out of touch with her best friend Samira. Making ends meet by working a dead-end job at a fast-food shop, she also sings at a local bar, where she enjoys the freedom to be whoever she likes. Bar owner Leo is good company, but her only other interactions are with her mostly absent flatmate Icky, and her neighbour Angela, who owns a New Age store and desperately wants Lara to get in touch with her higher self. After a break-in at work forces Lara into counselling, and an encounter with an old friend leads to an unexpected connection, she must start to unpack the events of her life and make peace with the past. But are some things too broken to ever be fixed? A moving story of healing, connection and fate.




All Signs Point to You


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Did you know you actually have all twelve zodiac signs in your natal chart? Not just the signs you feel drawn to but also the ones that rub you the wrong way (we all have them). As the sun travels through each sign throughout the year, it grants us access to their energies and so to different parts of us. All Signs Point to You is a road map for navigating the maze of astrology and better understanding yourself and the world around you. It will help you grasp the essence of each sign, understand their unique traits and learn how you can benefit from each of them, every month. It's like a toolkit for personal growth, powered by the wisdom of this age-old practice and guided by Jordanna Levin, bestselling author of Make It Happen.




Confidence is My Superpower


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Do you want your kid(s) to feel more confident and capable? Every child faces low self-esteem and poor self-confidence at least once in their life. Children are often ready to give up on their goals, especially if they encounter obstacles and challenges. We must support them and teach them to believe in themselves. Failure is the key to success. After a series of failures at school, little Leonardo feels sad and disappointed. But, by interacting with his parents, he soon realizes that his superpower is, in fact, his self-confidence. "I am loved! I can choose! I am brave! I am amazing!" These are just some of the mindful affirmations that will help little Leo to overcome difficult situations. 'Confidence is my superpower' will help your little ones: believe in themselves and love themselves as they are, overcome the fear of failure and understand that failures are one step on the path to success, ace their negative feelings and turn them into positive ones, look at life from a brighter side and never give up on their goals, support each other and help those in need. From the bestselling author of Kindness is my Superpower. Light rhymes and colorful illustrations will delight your children. In addition, they will enjoy reading this heart-warming story by identifying with the main character and the situations he encounters. This book is suitable for all ages, ESPECIALLY those looking for their superpower. Get your copy now!




Eight Nights to Win Her Heart


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Bask in the warm glow of the menorah in this debut Jewish romantic comedy featuring a hard-of-hearing hero and a Chanukah meet-cute, perfect for fans of Rachel Lynn Solomon and Jean Meltzer. Andie Williams is not looking forward to spending her first Chanukah alone after her father’s death. About to lose her job, with her only prospect across the country for another work opportunity, she could use some chutzpah to make it through the eight nights alone. Leo Dentz has had a crush on the girl across the hall from his apartment for years but has never had the courage to say anything—until she drops her grocery bags and he notices her drug store Chanukah candles. Ready to take a chance outside of his comfort zone, Leo offers to join Andie on the first night, sharing his dinner with her. As Andie and Leo fall for each other one night at a time, and the clock ticks down on Andie’s move, will this season of miracles light their way forward?




Moon Energy for Beginners


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Awaken, heal, and manifest your goals by connecting with the sacred feminine powers of the Moon The Moon, which waxes and wanes in predictable cycles, is the symbol and path for finding empowerment and strength in the cycles of birth, growth, death, and renewal. Moon Energy for Beginners, adapted from Simone Butler’s Moon Power, shows you how to honor the primal feminine powers—intuition, emotion, sexuality, creation, communion with nature—as they have been in the past by connecting spiritually with the Moon as you learn how to read and act on the lunar astrological signs and cycles. This empowering book explores: The history of Moon worship and introduction to the phases—This accessible guide provides a basic history of ancient Moon worship, a simple introduction to the Moon phases, and the meanings of New and Full Moons. The 12 Moon signs—You’ll find details on working with each sign as the Moon passes through it, a goddess and power animal for each Moon sign, and activities and rituals for connecting with their energy during certain Moon phases. Recognition and development of your lunar nature—Even if you are completely new to harnessing lunar energy, you will learn how, through reflection, ritual, and purposeful action, you can connect to your emotional nature and inner spirit more deeply. Moon Energy for Beginners offers a simple path to reuniting with your inner Goddess in ways that deeply satisfy your soul.




What’s Your Soul Sign?


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Are you ready to discover who you really are on a soul level, and who you were born to be? Renowned astrologer, Debbie Frank, shares how to use astrology for personal development - discover how your soul was destined to grow, develop and evolve in this lifetime. The magic of astrology flows through every aspect of our lives - from our work and relationships to our inner power and creative inspiration - leaving signposts, messages and guidance to assist us on our soul journey. In this book, Debbie Frank reveals her secrets for turning the insights from your birth chart into incredible triggers for personal growth. You'll learn how to: • interpret your 'soul signs' - the positions and interactions of the planets and aspects in your chart • understand how the nodes reveal your soul path and soul connections with others • discover how your soul was destined to grow, develop and evolve in this lifetime Your birth chart is a sacred map encoded with all the information you need to find your true purpose, raise your vibration and transform your life.




Astrology & Shadow Work


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Journey to the Depths of Your Psyche with the Stars as Your Guide Presenting a detailed exploration of the twelve sun signs and their shadow aspects, Catherine Gerdes teaches you how to turn your birth chart into a practical road map for self-discovery. She shares numerous exercises and prompts designed to uncover and integrate your shadow side. Catherine also shares inspiring stories and sample charts, revealing how this work can transform your life and guide you home to yourself. Astrology and Shadow Work bridges the gap between your astrological wiring and your well-being. You'll find opportunities for self-growth by diving into the houses and aspects, nodal placements, sign associations, astrological transits, and reflective questions. For every sign, this book provides mantras, relationship advice, shadow work through tarot, insights on sun, moon, rising, and Venus placements, and much more. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned astrologer, an Aries or Aquarius, this book will help you embrace your shadow and live a more resilient, joyful life.




Connection Parenting


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The author believes that every child's greatest emotional need is to have a strong emotional bond with at least one adult. When we have a bond with a child we have influence with a child. The author teaches us that when we strengthen our parent-child bond we meet the child's need for connection and our need for influence.--From back cover.