AMISTAD
Start Where You Are: Life Lessons in the Pursuit of Happyness (May, $26.99) by Chris Gardner and Mim E. Rivas incorporates anecdotes from Gardner's life. 200,000 first printing.
COLLINS LIVING
Curious? Discover the Missing Ingredient to a Fulfilling Life (Apr., $25.99) by Todd Kashdan contends that curiosity is the true key to falling in love with life.
CONARI PRESS
Courage Doesn't Always Roar (Mar., $14.95) by Mary Anne Radmacher combines original art and hand-lettered words to inspire bravery.
DUTTON
The Power of Premonitions: How Knowing the Future Can Shape Our Lives (May, $26.95) by Larry Dossey, M.D., demonstrates the science of looking ahead.
FT PRESS
The Genius of Instinct: Reclaim Mother Nature's Tools for Enhancing Your Health, Happiness, Family, and Work (Mar., $24.99) by Hendrie “Hank” Weisinger reveals six human instincts that lead to success.
HARPER
In Praise of Stay at Home Moms (Apr., $25.95) by Laura Schlessinger inspires women who choose family over career. 250,000 first printing.
HAY HOUSE
Excuses Begone! How to Change Lifelong, Self-Defeating Thinking Habits (May, $24.95) by Wayne W. Dyer outlines a new paradigm that helps put habitual excuses to rest.
HEADLINE SPRINGBOARD
(dist. by Trafalgar Square/IPG)
Who's That Woman in the Mirror: The Art of Ageing Gracefully (Apr., $24.95) by Keren Smedley argues against outdated stereotypes concerning age.
JOSSEY-BASS
Be Yourself, Everyone Else Is Already Taken: The Power of Authenticity to Transform Your Life and Relationships (Apr., $19.95) by Mike Robbins teaches how to accept oneself with honesty and humility.
KüNATI
(dist. by IPG)
Cooked in L.A. (Apr., $24.95) by Paul Cook recalls how drug abuse and obsession with celebrity culture nearly destroyed his career and life.
LOYOLA PRESS
Heroic Living: Discover Your Purpose and Change the World (Mar., $22.95) by Chris Lowney. An investment banker and former Jesuit outlines spiritual and business principles. 25,000 first printing. $25,000 ad/promo.
MCGRAW-HILL
The Pursuit of Perfect: How to Stop Chasing—and Start Living—a Richer, Happier Life (Apr., $22.95) by Tal Ben-Shahar teaches how to add true value to one's life.
THOMAS NELSON
The Noticer: Sometimes, All a Person Needs Is a Little Perspective (Apr., $17.99) by Andy Andrews offers a story of common wisdom.
POWERHOUSE/I AM HIP HOP
The Gospel of Hip Hop: The First Instrument (Apr., $24.95) by KRS-One debuts a new imprint and explores hip-hop as a life path.
RUNNING PRESS
The Amazing Adventures of Working Girl: Real-Life Career Advice You Can Actually Use (Apr., $14.95) by Karen Burns pairs humorous tales from her various jobs with practical lessons.
SCRIBNER
10-10-10 (Mar., $24) by Suzy Welch clarifies decisions by projecting outcomes in 10 minutes, 10 months and 10 years. 400,000 first printing.
SHAMBHALA
(dist. by Random House)
You Are Here (Aug., $19.95) by Thich Nhat Hanh offers daily practices for discovering the happiness and freedom of living in the present. 40,000 first printing.
SMILEY BOOKS
(dist. by Hay House)
Everything I'm Not Made Me Everything I Am: Discovering Your Personal B.E.S.T. (May, $24.95) by Jeff Johnson showcases street-smart inspiration and political consciousness. Author tour.
TARCHER
The Soul of Beauty (Aug., $22.95) by Piero Ferruci asserts that an appreciation of beauty leads to a balanced and satisfying life.
WELCOME BOOKS
Give It All, Give It Now: One of the Few Things I Know About Writing (May, $19.95) by Annie Dillard features inspirational and encouraging thoughts on creativity. 25,000 first printing.
WELLNESS CENTRAL
No Matter What! 9 Steps to Living the Life You Love (Mar., $24.99) by Lisa Nichols promotes the “bounce-back” knack of resilience. 150,000 first printing. Author tour.
WORKMAN
The Power of Two: Overcoming Serious Illness with Attitude and an Advocate (Apr., $24.95) by Brian and Gerri Monaghan charts a step-by-step way for two people to confront sickness together.
