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John Snyder's memoir of growing up the the Depression era south evokes a time gone by. It is written with affection and non-judgmental understanding of people dealing with hard times, sometimes with cruelty, sometimes with violence, including an unsolved case of arson that changed the author's life. In three parts, it is about early childhood among North Carolina mountaineers, living for a time with two eccentric aunts, and growing up on a sharecropper farm before the author went away to the University of Chicago.

When the treaty between the United States and Russia offered the opportunity for Chuck, Madison, and the others to return to Alaska, they seized it, this time leaving modern conveniences behind by choice. Chuck and the community have the same mission they've always had: to live life to the fullest in a new world of their own making. But that means they must confront the Russian invaders yet again as the enemy tries to establish its own settlement, and the Nagys' world turns upside down once more - maybe for the final time.

Fairways, Greens, Lost Balls & Bad Lies is an amusing, entertaining story about real golfers just like you and your golf comrades. You will hear about adventures of friends who share the thrill and torture of playing the game we love. Most importantly, you will laugh. Funny things happen on every golf course, and you will undoubtedly connect with the characters you will meet in this book. Golf stories are remembered long after golf scores are forgotten. Listening to this book will lift your spirit, and you may stumble upon a tip or two that will improve your handicap.

Write cleaner. Write better stories. Write compelling fiction. With over 150 books published, Larry Martin and Craig Martelle bring their fiction writing horsepower to you. From plot to characters to pace to description, strengthen your writing to engage your readers on a whole new level. Keep them turning the pages, and when they’ve finished, they’ll be asking you for the next book.

Overwhelmed? You’re self-publishing but something isn’t right. It’s time to move forward. Find a partner to share the workload. An individual (or team) who will strengthen your weak spots. Someone who will flourish with your strengths. You can be better together, when you do it right. Craig Martelle brings the experience of dozens of collaborations to this book, outlined in an easy-to-digest format that covers all the collaborating bases. And there are sample contracts, too. Set yourself up for success before you start writing.

Discover the real reason you struggle to reach your goals and exactly how to fix it. Science says 92% of people who set a goal never achieve it. We all procrastinate. Sometimes it's the trivial things, but usually it's the important ones like finishing that work report, doing the laundry, finally going to the gym. The good news is that with the right scientific tactics everyone can take control of this process, set achievable goals, and create good habits to live a happier life.

Darfur, Sudan. 2009. Two doctors employed by NGOs stumble across a strange metallic cylinder, which has been embedded for perhaps millions of years in desert rock. Mystified by the object, they gather four of the world’s leading experts in science and technology a computer scientist, a physicist, a biochemist, and a genetic researcher and head to London to study it thoroughly. The six have barely begun running tests on the cylinder, when they suddenly disappear telling family members not to go looking for them.

From opening his first hot dog stand in 1961 to growing his business to over three hundred restaurants nationwide, John Galardi wholeheartedly shared each new success with his loved ones, his friends, and the many people who helped him realize his vision. His journey to achieve the American dream shows his struggles and triumphs, his disappointments and determination, and the hard work and imagination required to build the world’s largest hot dog chain.

With unflinching honesty, author Glyn Haynie's new memoir, Soldiering After the Vietnam War: Changed Soldiers in a Changed Country, describes the difficulty he and many soldiers faced in adjusting to civilian life on their return from Vietnam. This moving story chronicles the impact this war had on these young combat veterans. It exposes how the shameful treatment these soldiers received on their return from Vietnam impacted them. It is also a story of brotherhood and the strong, lasting bonds that can only be forged in combat.

Colorful and heartwarming chapter book entertains and explains to children the vital role of a guide dog in the daily life of a blind person. The story will help children better understand the challenges Cindy faces and how her guide dog provides invaluable support. As Cindy Lou and Sammy travel through the shops, people stop to pet Sammy, but Cindy kindly asks them not to, explaining that he's working and needs to remain focused on his job.

This qualitative research focuses on risk management in the supply chain of industrial entomology companies that are mass-rearing insects for human food or for feed for farmed animals. This research presents answers to such questions as what are the risks related especially to the entomology industry, what are the reasons behind the risks, and finally how the risks can be mitigated.

The Amazing Conroy regales you with four unique stories specially selected for your pleasure. Join us, as we all get our tickets, take our seats, and listen with rapt attention!

This book is for anyone interested in marketing. Whether you're a beginning business school student or an experienced executive, it provides a practical approach for creating your marketing strategy and growing your business in an ever-changing environment. In this marketing fable, the authors outline six easy steps to build a powerful online presence. It's written in story format, so it's easy to listen to and keeps you engaged. The authors also provide a summary of the key lessons and helpful templates that you can use to hit a bullseye with your own products, consumers, and campaigns.

This book contains proven steps and strategies on how to follow the Paleo diet, so you can live a healthier and happier life. It helps your ponder on the main principles first, before you take your big leap from unhealthy to healthy eating. The food items that you have to minimize eating or give up entirely are explained in details. There are also sample menu guides that will help you create delicious meals. Moreover, the book mentions the great advantages of the Paleo diet.

This book is for anyone interested in marketing, business, and leadership. Whether you're a beginning business school student or an experienced executive, it provides practical advice for creating your marketing strategy and growing your business in an ever-changing environment.

Have you longed for adventure, freedom, and fun while living a relaxing and stress-free life? RV Living has all of the answers as to how you can make this dream a reality. You don't have to be tied down to a single job or location for the rest of your life. You can make your own decision in choosing where you live and traveling when you want. More people than ever are ditching the boring 9-5 lifestyle and making the choice to live the life they desire. You can be a part of the growing RV movement!

There's a Bigfoot in My Shower is a delightful children's book which helps to settle some of the concerns young children experience and explains that there's nothing to fear from the ordinary. It goes a long way to help young children understand that things like taking a shower can be an enjoyable thing. With colorful and amusing artwork throughout, There's a Bigfoot in My Shower will quickly become a favorite of your child and will make for bedtime listening for months, or even years, to come.

A story that will delight children of all ages. Lily wanders off without telling her Molly (her owner). She just wants to lay in the pretty purple flowers. She'll be back before anyone misses her. Suddenly..."Hey...who are you? Where are you taking me?" Will her friends be able to save Lily before the dog-nabbers sell her? A magical passage in a back panel of the barn transform Boulder, a Golden Retriever, and Duke, a white draft horse, into super heroes - Bolter and Lightning!

Discovering St. George Island is like traveling back in time to before Florida's Gulf Coast beaches became commercialized with giant condos and hotels. This book will help you prepare for and get the most out of a vacation on St. George Island. Information and descriptions in this book are based as much as possible on personal experience.

A fun and educational story, narrated by Sammy the guide dog. Cindy and Sammy will show you commands such as right, left, find the stairs, find a door, and much more. Cindy tells Sammy not to startle the giraffes. Sammy's reply is, "Huh? Startle those big dudes?" Delightful and entertaining. Learning is fun with this guide dog team.