Family Storytelling

Create a meaningful legacy for future generations with this step-by-step guide to gathering and sharing your family history, packed with inspirational, creative, and practical advice from a leading oral historian and museum curator. A parent celebrates a birthday. A best friend moves away. A...

There's no wrong way to be a woman. There are countless wrong ways to be a man. James Breakwell should know. He's tried just about all of them. Journalism. Pig ownership. Felony lawn gnome theft. Whatever masculinity is supposed to be, this can't be it. But can you really fail at something no one can quite define? Apparently. Now, in a series of funny, sharply observed, and occasionally poignant essays, everyone's favorite internet-famous father of four daughters lays down a lifetime of lessons in what it means to be a man.

Motherhood is the toughest - and funniest - job you'll ever love. Raising kids is hard work. The pay sucks, your boss is a tyrant, and the working conditions are pitiful - you can't even take a bathroom break without being interrupted with another outrageous demand. Hasn't every mother said it before? "I just want to pee alone!" Hear these hysterical essays.

When Ryan Carter was a small child, she survived a horrific nightmare at sea, one that claimed her father’s life and left scars deeper than the ocean. Now, at sixteen, she’s poured herself into the world of marine biology, working side by side with her stepfather, a renowned expert in the field. With years of experience behind her, Ryan is finally ready to embark on her first solo expedition—a research adventure with a young crew of like-minded explorers. No parents, no restrictions, and no one who sees her as a fragile survivor. This is her chance to prove herself.

Tricia Stringer's captivating new novel Head for the Hills available 2 October 2024. Preorder now! Bestselling author and voice of Australian storytelling Tricia Stringer tackles troubled relationships, ageism, and love old and new in this warm, funny, uplifting story of colleagues and unlikely...

Dive into the captivating world of science with "Fun with Physics," a delightful journey designed for families. As the author, a parent and a PhD in Chemical Engineering, shares a magical blend of storytelling and hands-on experiments, making complex physics concepts accessible and enjoyable for young minds.

Motherhood is absolutely hilarious if you're not too exhausted to notice! These writings feature funny, blogging moms who chronicle motherhood from a uniquely contemporary perspective. From labor pains to potty disasters, weight gain, holiday mayhem, teen angst, empty nest syndrome, home renovations and even colonoscopy exams, See Mom Run is the perfect prescription for today's harried parents!

Hailed as "an unusually gifted storyteller with exceptional insight" (Jewish Tribune), Bernstein award-winning writer Sayed Kashua presents his masterful fourth novel Track Changes, which follows an Arab-Israeli man as he reckons with the weight of his past, his memories, and his cultural identity.

New York Times bestselling author Lisa Scottoline and her daughter Francesca Serritella are the best of friends—99.9% of the time. They're number one on each other's speed dial and they tell each other everything—well, almost everything. They share shoes and clothes—except one very special green jacket, which almost caused a catfight. In other words, they're just like every mother and daughter in the world. Best friends, and occasional enemies. Now they're dishing about it all—their lives, their relationship, and their carb count.

Experience the Exciting World of Health and Biotechnology in the Third Volume of "Discover Together: Storytelling for the Whole Family." Discover the most recent developments in the field of medicine, including the microbiome's critical role in human health and the revolutionary possibilities of artificial organs. A PhD in Chemical Engineering wrote this book, which is great for families since it simplifies complicated scientific findings into interesting stories.

Welcome to a journey through some of the most profound and captivating mysteries of our existence. In this narrative, we delve into three enigmatic realms that have puzzled thinkers, scientists, and dreamers for centuries: the cosmic shadows of dark matter and dark energy, the intricate enigma of consciousness, and the ancient, enduring puzzle of life's origins. This exploration is not just a scientific endeavor; it is a voyage into the essence of curiosity and wonder.

Dive into the universe of learning and adventure with "Fun with Astrophysics: Storytelling for the Whole Family," an enthralling book that blends imaginative storytelling with the intriguing world of astrophysics. Crafted by an experienced chemical engineer with a PhD, this book is a bridge connecting the complex realm of astrophysics with the eager curiosity of children.

Welcome to a journey through some of the most profound and captivating mysteries of our existence. In this narrative, we delve into three enigmatic realms that have puzzled thinkers, scientists, and dreamers for centuries: the cosmic shadows of dark matter and dark energy, the intricate enigma of consciousness, and the ancient, enduring puzzle of life's origins. This exploration is not just a scientific endeavor; it is a voyage into the essence of curiosity and wonder

Welcome, adventurers, to the first volume of "Unraveling Mysteries: Exploring Science and Debunking Myths - Storytelling for the Whole Family"! In this exciting journey, we'll embark on a quest to uncover the truths behind some of the most intriguing and widely discussed science-related myths. From the curious case of the Flat Earth theory to the complex world of vaccine misinformation, we're going to dive deep into these fascinating topics.

In "Discover Together: Storytelling for the Whole Family, Volume Two," we embark on an enthralling journey through the landscape of emerging technologies and their profound impact on our lives. This volume delves into the realms of advanced artificial intelligence, the immersive world of virtual reality, the pioneering field of brain-computer interfaces, the speculative science of teleportation, and the visionary concept of a Global Consciousness Network.

This section of our journey takes us into the heart of more enthralling science-related myths, ranging from the enigmatic realm of alien cover-ups to present fears about 5G technology. We'll empower ourselves with scientific and critical thinking tools as we debunk each myth, from HAARP weather control ideas to arguments over Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs).

From the creator of the iconic "Cathy" comic strip comes her first collection of funny, wise, poignant, and incredibly honest essays about being a woman in what she lovingly calls "the panini generation." As the creator of "Cathy," Cathy Guisewite found her way into the hearts of readers more...

Over the Hill and Up the Wall is an affectionate, funny look at the frictions of taking a more active role in our elders' lives. It's a nod to every child who has waited three hours for a parent to fasten their seatbelt, and every parent whose child assumes they can't count to twenty. And, if your parents are just hitting middle age, it may well be a warning of things to come!

Sandi Kahn Shelton's hilarious tales from the frontlines of parenthood connect with parents, grandparents, and parents-to-be.

Tonight, don't read your child a story. Instead, dim the lights, lie down, and create storytelling magic. Weave a spell that will enchant your child. Tell Me a Story in the Dark provides you with every tool you need to tell great and entertaining stories. In a day when parents want to spend more quality time with their children, this shows you how to prepare and tell a story, communicates the enormous benefits ending the bedtime battle of wills, building vocabulary, making room for effective parenting moments, and more.