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A harrowing account of addiction and recovery. The author, J.P. Willson, guides you on a journey through the choices he made that delivered him to the depths of alcoholism, as well as the steps he took to climb out. Willson recounts his experiences with an honesty that is refreshing and is necessary for anyone hoping to learn and grow. If you're looking for insight into the mind of someone struggling with addiction, "How To Become a Successful (Recovering) Alcoholic" has it. If you're looking for inspiration and an example of how you can escape the grip of addiction, this is the book for you.

I Know an Old Lady is a wonderfully written coming-of-age story that will leave readers young and old feeling moved and inspired. The book tells the story of a troubled young man, Billy Tupper, sentenced to spend his summer working for curmudgeonly Old Lady Baxter. The relationship between Billy and Baxter evolves and deepens over the course of the novel and winds up changing both of their lives. The author Margaret Standafer possesses a unique talent for crafting characters and settings the pull you into the world of the story. Young adult readers looking for a book with emotion and depth will love I Know an Old Lady.