This book is a helpful guide aimed at middle school girls, offering a fresh and engaging approach to understanding math. The author, a recognized actress and mathematician, uses relatable anecdotes and easy-to-understand examples to demystify topics such as fractions, percentages, and pre-algebra. The book is designed to boost confidence in young students who may feel intimidated by math, showing them that math can be fun, accessible, and relevant to their everyday lives. It also includes puzzles, quizzes, and tips to reinforce learning and inspire a love for math.

This book is a contemplative guide that explores the importance of slowing down in our fast-paced world to discover peace, tranquility, and happiness. Written by a renowned meditation teacher, it offers practical advice and insights drawn from the author's life experiences and spiritual teachings. Through a series of short, accessible chapters, the book addresses various aspects of modern life, such as love, relationships, work, and self-care, encouraging readers to pause, breathe, and reflect on their inner lives. It combines mindfulness and Zen Buddhist principles to help readers cultivate a more mindful and compassionate approach to their daily lives, emphasizing the profound wisdom that becomes visible only when we take the time to slow down.