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Combining extensive historical research with dozens of oral history interviews, Pamela Grundy and Susan Shackelford bring life and depth to stories of the many generations of female athletes who have fought for liberation on and off the court.

Austin Glass seems to have it all: a loving fiancée, a future with the FBI, and a healthy-sized trust fund. At least on the surface. He also has a grin and a wisecrack for every situation. But the smile he presents to the world hides a painful past he’s buried too deeply to remember, and his quips mask bitterness and insecurity. Austin has himself and most of the whole world fooled - until he meets a redhead in a pair of bunny slippers.

The Anchor Hocking Glass Company, once the world's largest maker of glass tableware, was the base on which Lancaster's society was built. As Glass House unfolds, bankruptcy looms. With access to the company and its leaders, and Lancaster's citizens, Alexander shows how financial engineering took hold in the 1980s, accelerated in the 21st century, and wrecked the company.

Women face unprecedented challenges in the workplace and find themselves staring up at the glass ceiling. But what if it wasn’t the glass ceiling that was holding you back . . . but rather your own “sticky floors”—those limiting beliefs and toxic behaviors that are within your control? Erica is a sticky floor survivor. As a high-achieving ceiling breaker and C-level leader, she masked her struggles to everyone around her—even herself.

Gender bias is a powerful but hidden force that is still holding women back, keeping them from achieving their full potential and limiting organizations from achieving the creativity, problem solving, and growth that are possible with a diverse workforce. In this revealing new book, Amy Diehl and Leanne Dzubinski shine a new light on gender bias in the workplace, uncovering the barriers that work like glass walls surrounding women.

Women have made up roughly half of the college-educated workforce for years, and before the onset of the economic crisis of 2020, the gap between the percentage of women and the percentage of men in the labor force was the lowest on record. But women remain underrepresented in positions of power and status. The endurance of these inequalities begs the question: Why haven't we made more progress? Ammerman and Groysberg focus on the pervasive organizational obstacles and managerial actions that create gender imbalance. 

It's Crimson Eve, when the menacing red moon appears. Twelve-year-old Eulalie ventures into the bewitching moonlight on a daring rescue mission. Soon, she discovers that fairy-tale creatures are not the monsters she had been led to believe, and that true monsters don't need magic to appear.

While trying to teach her adopted daughter, Reema, how to work with molten glass, Opal receives a letter from Master Magician Zitora Cowan requesting Opal's immediate help. Zitora resigned from the Sitian Council over two years ago to search for her lost sister, and no one has heard from her since. The letter is probably a trick, but Opal refuses to pass up the opportunity to help her mentor, who may be in genuine trouble. Good thing Opal isn't that easy to fool.

After 40 years of marriage, Olivia Glass thought she could handle the unexpected death of her husband. But when Ben’s will reveals a life-altering secret, she suffers a blow no widow should ever experience. Olivia learns that she gave birth to a baby who later died in the nursery. Instead of telling his wife what happened, Ben switched the child with another. And as if that’s not enough, Ben’s will doesn’t reveal which of their five sons is truly not hers.

Black women are now one of the most educated groups in the United States. However, our educational achievements haven't translated into representation in higher-level, higher-paying roles within organizations. In Leading on Purpose, Dr. Julianna Hynes shares her story of going from being aimless in her career to having crystal clear focus after clarifying her vision, identifying her goals, and mapping out a strategy to attain them.

Walking in My Shoes: Shattering Glass Ceilings in Corporate America is an empowering narrative that shines a light on the experiences of Asian women in the corporate world. Through the captivating story of Christine Duque, listeners are taken on a journey through her personal struggles and triumphs in the workplace, navigating discrimination and inequality as a woman of color. Beyond the challenges, this book is a testament to Christine’s resilience and determination as she overcomes adversity in pursuit of her goals.

Three realms. One heir. And a final sacrifice that could bring salvation—or ashes. The veil between worlds is breaking. Magic, once bound by ancient laws, now rages unchecked. As the fragile alliances between witches, fae, and humans begin to crumble, Seren Elowen stands at the center of it all—witch-born, fae-bound, and heir to a power that could save everything… or destroy it. Kael Thornhart has fought at her side through love and loss, through every battle that tried to tear them apart. But this war is different. This ending demands more than strength—it demands sacrifice. As ...

In a world hungry for female voices to rise, "Unstoppable" stands as a beacon of empowerment, a guiding light for women seeking to carve their path to success in the competitive landscape of business. Rooted in the ethos of empowerment, this book serves as a comprehensive roadmap for women at every stage of their entrepreneurial journey. Dive into a transformative narrative that transcends mere business advice it's a rallying cry for women to reclaim their power, harness their strengths, and shatter the glass ceiling.

Liam knew he loved Milo, even as a kid. But even fame and fortune can't buy the happiness of taking Milo out of the closet and freely expressing their love. Unfortunately, there is someone out there who will do anything to tear them apart, conspiring to break the lovers up in the most vicious way possible. Six years later, older and wiser, Liam has rebuilt his life after the devastating loss of his lover. Forced by his loyalty to a friend, Liam agrees to a working reunion with Milo.

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Shattering Glass in Heels explores our struggles and triumphs in the workplace and how we navigate through discrimination and inequality as women, women of color and asian women. Hosted by Christine Duque, Global Executive and Author of "Walking in My Shoes: Shattering Glass Ceilings in Corporate America."

Send us Fan MailDawn talks with Courtney Andersen, a sober life coach, podcast host, and author. She is the founder of Sober Vibes and National Sober Day. She helps high-achieving women quit drinking alcohol and thrive in sobriety. Dawn and Courtney talk about culturally how we associate alcohol and business and successIn this episode…Who is Courtney and whom does she serve? (1:00). What are your thoughts about culturally how we associate alcohol and business and success? (1:43)Very interesting when you said “It's the one substance you have to defend yourself against” can you explain...