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    YLD Literary Society

    Exploring a mix of traditional books with legal ties and ABA publications that cover various aspects of the law.

    About the Literary Society

    The YLD Literary Society was born out of YLD Chair Dani Borel's wish to bring together like-minded legal professionals to explore topics of professional and personal development in a fun, relaxed, and engaging setting. Whether you're here for spirited literary discussions or simply to enjoy great reads with fellow lawyers, everyone is welcome to join this enriching and thought-provoking journey. The club meets virtually every month, so you can participate from wherever you are. Please be sure to register at least 2 hours before the event, in order to avoid a time lag receiving your link to join.

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    The Curmudgeon's Guide to Practicing Law, Second Edition

    October 25, 2024

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    All Mixed Up: Discovering the Beauty in Racial Ambiguity

    November 22, 2024

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    How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie

    December 20, 2024

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    How to Be Abe Lincoln: Seven Steps to Leading a Legendary Life

    February 28, 2025

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    The Whisper Network

    March 28, 2025

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    The Pelican Brief

    May 30, 2025

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    Ten Great American Trials: Lessons in Advocacy

    June 27, 2025

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    Meeting the Legal Needs of Disaster Survivors; Third Responders

    July 25, 2025

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    Untangling Fear in Lawyering: A Four-Step Journey Toward Powerful Advocacy

    August 29, 2025

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    The Anxious Lawyer

    January 31, 2025

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    Legal Writing: A Judge's Perspective on the Science and Rhetoric of the Written Word

    April 2025

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    Our Books

    All ABA Members can use the promo code BOOKCLUB40 to receive 40% off YLD Literary Society featured books that are published by the ABA. The code will only be valid for each book during the month that the book is featured by the YLD Literary Society. 

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    Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad One

    By James Clear. No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving--every day.

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    The Curmudgeon's Guide to Practicing Law

    By Mark Edward Herrmann. This collection of essays written by The Curmudgeon, offers practical, honest and you need to know this advice for surviving and thriving in a law firm.

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    The Anxious Lawyer: An 8-Week Guide to a Joyful and Satisfying Law Practice Through Mindfulness and Meditation

    By Jeena Cho and Karen Gifford. The Anxious Lawyer provides a straightforward 8-week introductory program on meditation and mindfulness, created by lawyers for lawyers.

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    How to Be Abe Lincoln: Seven Steps to Leading a Legendary Life

    By Jonathan Shapiro. This book is a clear, easy-to-use guide to becoming a greater version of whatever it is you choose to be, inspired by the life and legacy of Abe Lincoln.

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    Legal Writing: A Judge's Perspective on the Science and Rhetoric of the Written Word

    By Robert E. Bacharach. Robert E. Bacharach, a federal court judge, shares his insights on ways language can determine different responses -- and how to use this knowledge to craft a powerful and persuasive message.

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    Ten Great American Trials: Lessons in Advocacy

    By Faust F. Rossi and Glenn C. Altschuler. Ten Great American Trials provides chapter-length accounts of some of the most highly publicized – and fascinating – court cases of the twentieth century. 

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    Untangling Fear in Lawyering: A Four-Step Journey Toward Powerful Advocacy

    By Heidi K. Brown. A practical resource for law students, lawyers, legal educators, and law practice mentors to eliminate unnecessary drivers of fear in our profession that impact learning, performance, and individual well-being.

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