Mel Bay Knihy

Walk in Dry Places is a daily reader for those who seek simplicity and assuredness in their Twelve Step program. Recovery doesn’t settle at physical or emotional sobriety. Rather, it aims to grow in honesty and intention each day. This meditation book, complementary to any addiction recovery, simplifies our daily self-improvement with thought- and action-provoking meditations.Nowadays, there are medications, therapy-based activities, and mindfulness exercises. Undoubtedly, these are helpful new tools and coping skills. For people in recovery from alcoholism or drug addiction, though, the best medicines are still good action and honesty. Addiction treatment, counseling, therapy, and working a program give a good start. For continued results, though, a recovering person must act thoughtfully and truthfully each day.With many years in the program, respected recovery writer Mel B. simplifies our daily engagements with straightforward and insightful advice. Packed with experiential meditations and prayers, Walk in Dry Places ensures continued growth in spirit. It teaches us to extend ourselves into the real world and improve the lives of others—not just our own. Through guided thought and action, we elevate the principles and people that are truly important in our recovery, and turn the rest over to a Higher Power.

This book is considered to be the largest selling basic guitar chord book ever published! Twelve basic guitar chord types are shown in three ways: photograph, notation, and chord diagram. In addition, a special bonus section is contained showing in photo and diagram the essential moveable rhythm guitar chord forms. This special section contains the basics of Mel Bay's acclaimed Rhythm Chord Playing System showing the guitarist how to finger numerous advanced chord forms with a minimum of hand movement! Chords shown in photo, notation, and diagram form include Major, Minor, Dominant Seventh, Diminished, Augmented, Ninth, Major Seventh, Minor Seventh, Seventh #5, Seventh b5, Sixth and Minor Sixth. Chords are chown in the bonus Moveable Rhythm Chord section include Major, Minor, 7th, Minor 7th, 7sus4, 7b5, 7#5, Minor 7b5, Sixth, Minor 6th, Diminished 7th, Diminished add 9, 9th, Minor 9th, 9b5, 9#5, Minor 9b5, 7th b9, 7th b9#5, 11th, 9 add 6, Minor 9 add 6, 13th, 13sus11, 13 b9, 13th b9 b5.

This is both a fascinating history of the formative years of Alcoholics Anonymous, as well as the bitter-sweet tale of the troubled man Bill W. always referred to as "my sponsor."In 1934, Ebby Thatcher called an old drinking buddy to tell him about the happiness he was finding in sobriety. His friend's name was Bill Wilson, and this book is the story of their life-long friendship. It is both a fascinating history of the formative years of Alcoholics Anonymous, as well as the bitter-sweet tale of the troubled man Bill W. always referred to as "my sponsor." "Deeply informative and moving, a valuable contribution to the history of A.A. A 'must' reading for anyone interested in one of the more fascinating chapters in A.A.'s history."--Nell Wing, Retired A.A. Archivist and Bill Wilson's Secretary

For more than sixty years, Twelve Step groups have relied on the wisdom of their "Twelve Traditions." In this book, AA historian Mel B. shows their importance to the movement's success, drawing on resources including speeches by AA cofounder Bill W. and other leaders. Popular speaker and archivist Michael Fitzpatrick examines the Traditions' relevance today -- for recovering people's ongoing sobriety and for the future of the Fellowship. Together, the authors explore which aspects of the Traditions hold strong and which have been overlooked or have even evolved since their adoption in 1950. In the end, they find strength and hope in a radical organizational model and culture born from a lasting concept: principles over personalities." -- from back cover

A very comprehensive collection of chord forms in every key for tenor banjo. The most thorough tenor banjo chord book available.

This comprehensive guitar method, established by Mel Bay in 1947, effectively builds harmonic knowledge and technique essential for any style of play. In the first book, students will explore fundamental concepts such as basic notes, single note playing, and chord progressions while engaging with solos and duets in various keys. Accompanied by a 105-minute instructional DVD, learners benefit from visual aids, including split-screen views of techniques and on-screen musical notation, enhancing their understanding and practice.

Designed for beginners, this 5-string banjo text focuses on C tuning and covers essential chords, tuning, and positioning. It features a collection of enjoyable songs with lyrics for singing and strumming. Accompanying the book is a stereo play-along CD that includes all the songs and tuning instructions, enhancing the learning experience.

Designed for beginners, this text offers a straightforward introduction to playing the baritone ukulele, focusing on basic chords, strumming patterns, and folk songs. It provides essential information on tuning and positioning, making it accessible even for those with no prior experience. The book includes online audio in a stereo play-along format, allowing learners to hear all the songs, along with access to additional online video resources to enhance the learning experience.

This beginner's tool focuses on teaching simple chord strumming techniques. It comes with a companion CD featuring stereo play-along tracks, enabling students to practice by strumming along with a recorded string band. Every song from the book is included on the CD, providing an engaging and interactive learning experience.

This book offers a rich multimedia experience with exclusive online audio and video content, enhancing the reader's understanding and engagement with the material. The integration of these resources provides a dynamic learning environment, making complex concepts more accessible and enjoyable. Readers can expect to deepen their knowledge through interactive elements that complement the text, fostering a more immersive educational experience.