Bøker av Erin Riley

An exhilarating, thought-provoking and joyful debut that asks how we create our identities and how we can transcend them. 'Language gave to me the body I knew was mine and brought into existence so many possibilities for what my gender can be.' Across these twenty fresh and boldly intimate stories, Erin Riley writes about the things that matter most: family, heartbreak, humanity, justice and swimming, and the messy, hard graft of becoming one's authentic self. In weaving together their everyday while questioning society and its structures, Erin gifts us stories that double as a manifesto on how to disrupt and reinvent narrative, identity, love and community. Life is complicated, messy and - when small risks are taken - even exhilarating. In Erin's hands we fall in love, get curious and become exasperated with (and sometimes charmed by) the people in their life, emerging with new perspectives on how to be in the world.

Celebrated music maven Erin Riley looked like she had it all: a 1960s Mad Men-style upbringing on Manhattan's Upper West Side, then an escape to "find herself" in glamorous 1970s Hollywood, where she landed some of the most influential positions of the 1980s music industry. She hung out with rock stars like Keith Richards, Steven Tyler, James Taylor, and Jon Bon Jovi and chose the hit records for America's #1 rock & roll radio station, WMMR-FM. But her colorful, raucous, rock & roll life hid dark secrets. An emotionally neglected child with a generational legacy of stoicism and hiding painful truths, Erin had no real experience with love and healthy relationships. The marriage she thought would be her happily-ever-after led to 20 years of confusion, heartbreak, anger, and betrayal, all fueled by a malignant covert narcissist. Erin's honest, searing memoir recounts her self-discovery journey through a series of life's traumas and tragedies, her many bad decisions, and two toxic marriages. Her story will bring insight and guidance to survivors of narcissistic abuse and those questioning their relationships, and the hope that they, like Erin, can find a joyous rock & roll redemption.

Sales Handle:A charming guide to the mindful practice of observing and appreciating the magnificent colors of autumn foliage.Key Selling Points:MAKES A LOVELY GIFT: The POCKET NATURE series makes a thoughtful gift for a wide range of folks. Buy LEAF-PEEPING on its own as a seasonal read, or package it together with other books in the series to make a lovely gift. Perfect for nearly any occasion, these books can be gifted alongside outdoor gear (binoculars, hiking boots) or tucked in a holiday stocking.WIDE AUDIENCE: These handsome books will appeal to people of all ages and genders. The activities are easy and accessible to everyone, and who doesn¿t like spending time outside? Leaf-peeping is a beloved pastime, especially in North America, and it is as applicable for avid adventurers as it is for people who are simply trying to spend more time outside. With a mindful bent, LEAF-PEEPING will also appeal to anyone who is looking for simple ways to practice mindfulness.ON TREND: This series speaks to two major trends: mindfulness and nature as therapy. Over the last few years, people have increasingly turned to the outdoors as an escape, as a place to bond, and as an alternative to vacations/extended travel. A leaf-peeping trip, whether by car or by foot, is a lovely, easy way to spend time with loved ones outside during the fall.PERENNIAL + COLLECTIBLE: The topics covered in this series are perennial¿clouds, sunsets, leaves, and beaches will always be there to enjoy and admire. With new titles coming out every season, each affordably priced at $12.95, there will be ever-new opportunities to grow a charming collection that looks great on the shelf.UNIQUE CONTENT: The hyper-specific topics in this series stand apart from other general nature books in this category, offering clear gifting moments and recipients. LEAF-PEEPING is truly the first of its kind: Not only does it provide tips on where to find fall foliage, but it also provides fascinating tidbits about the science of leaf-turning and the culture of leaf-peeping, as well as mindful practices inspired by the cyclical nature of leaves.CONSUMER:- Nature lovers- Anyone who loves the fall season- East Coasters and those visiting the East Coast to leaf-peep- Meditators and mindfulness practitioners- People looking to slow down and disconnect, and/or spend more time outside- People who purchased MINDFULNESS CARDS or NATURE MEDITATIONS