Non-Fiction Books
It's the perfect gift: Laughter, the best medicine! From beloved author Maeve Binchy. Maeve Binchy has captured the hearts of millions with her spectacular national bestsellers, from Circle of Friends to Tara Road . Now she applies her signature warmth, wit, and understanding to something new--a wickedly funny book for anyone who's checked into the hospital, headed for an operation, or convalesced at home. Drawing on her own experiences as a patient, Maeve Binchy, together with artist Wendy Shea, has created this wry, deliciously illustrated book of wit and wisdom, a hilarious insider's guide to hospital stays and at-home convalescence. Filled with Maeve's candid real-life anecdotes and laugh-out-loud advice--plus Wendy Shea's irreverent drawings-- Aches & Pains is just what the doctor ordered! Discover: Ten little jobs you can give to anyone who asks: "How can I help?" Outrageous ways to take advantage of your weakened state. Things to say to annoy the patient in the next bed. Dignified ways to cope with all the indignities of baring your body to strangers. Great gifts to suggest when someone asks: "What can I bring you?" Tips on dealing with visitors...and hospital food. Plus recipes, poems, home remedies, and more! The author's royalties for this book will be donated to the Arthritis Foundation.
There is much fear associated with becoming old; fear of being caught on A&E trolley for days on end, or living in isolation. Much in our society reminds us of the negative side of growing old. And yet, this is not the truth. A celebration of life and living among Ireland's elderly, this work explores the fun of growing old gracefully.
In this warm and inspiring guide, a #1 New York Times bestselling author shares her unique insight to how to write: from finding a subject and creating good writing habits to sustaining progress and seeking a publisher. “The most important thing to realize is that everyone is capable of telling a story.” —Maeve Binchy If you scribble story ideas on the backs of receipts… If you file away bits of overheard conversation from the coffee shop... If you’ve already chosen the perfect pen name... Well, then the journey has begun! From beloved author Maeve Binchy comes the unique insight to how a bestselling author writes: from finding a subject and creating good writing habits to sustaining progress and seeking a publisher. Whether you want to write stories or plays, humor or mysteries, Binchy prescribes advice for every step with her signature humor and generous spirit. She has called upon other writers, editors, and publishers to add their voices to this treasury of assistance for budding writers and a refreshing dose of encouragement for longtime scribes. And once you are ready, an appendix offers of writing awards and competitions and a selection of websites and literary journals.