Local Community

A freewheeling, small-town attorney takes on a national murder trial when an out-of-town client is accused of killing a federal judge in Texas. “A spectacular courtroom thriller that kept me turning pages like the best of Grisham or Turow." —Michelle King, co-creator of The Good Wife, The...

Drawing on a rich trove of documents never before available to scholars, the author sketches the early pioneers, their daily lives, their beliefs, and their struggles to survive and prosper in this isolated mountain community. In moving detail, this book brings to life its struggle to survive, and the tragedy of its demise.

The Yurok Tribe and an Indigenous family share a moving multigenerational story of their fight to undam the Klamath river—the largest river restoration project in history—and save the planet. Includes exclusive audio content! The Water Remembers is the story of Indigenous resistance and an...

The BRAND NEW festive, uplifting read from NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER Beth Moran, perfect for fans of Jill Mansell, Sarah Morgan and Jenny Colgan! 🎄❤️✨ Mary never planned to stop running. With a past she’s desperate to leave behind and a baby on the way, she’s found a new home, deep in...

HOW TO BUILD VALUABLE BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS BY CONNECTING WITH YOUR COMMUNITY “This book is a wealth of information and valuable advice on how to engage with potential clients and expand your business. The strategies offered make sense and are simple and effective ways for even new business owners to have a positive impact on their client base, sales and business growth. I have found this book to be so beneficial for my business and implementing the different ways of meeting and engaging with people has definitely benefited my confidence to go out and network more freely. Highly ...

Dominate Your Market - Right Where You Are Are you a local business owner, niche entrepreneur, or community-focused brand struggling to stand out online? The Local-Targeted Content Playbook is your step-by-step guide to cutting through the digital noise and capturing the attention of the exact people who matter most: your local and niche audience. Forget one-size-fits-all marketing advice. This playbook delivers actionable strategies designed specifically for small businesses and specialized markets, giving you the tools to turn your unique insights and community knowledge into content that...

This book presents work undertaken by students in the course "Education Policy Analysis and Research in Comparative Perspective," taught at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. This project-based graduate course provides students with the opportunity to learn and conduct education policy analysis for a real-world client in a collaborative setting. Working in teams, students partner with education authorities to analyze policies on issues that are significant to them. This pedagogical approach envisions professional preparation as an induction into a professional community of practice. ...

Step into the riveting world of politics and leadership with the new eBook, 'The Power of Community.' This comprehensive guide provides a unique and engaging exploration of local government, politics, campaign strategies, and much more, ideal for anyone with aspirations to enter the political arena or contribute to their local community. This eBook walks you through the journey of politics, right from understanding the foundation to wielding your influence effectively. The journey starts with a detailed introduction to local government and gradually dives into the nitty-gritty of political ...

Read by the author. Acclaimed teaching pastor Daniel Grothe speaks to the sense of loneliness that many feel in today's age of hypermobility and noncommittal wandering. He reminds us of the ancient vow of stability and teaches us how to lead a richer life of friendship, community, and purpose...

Over the past several years, Hardwick, Vermont, a typical hardscrabble farming community of three thousand residents, has jump-started its economy and redefined its self-image through a local, self-sustaining food system unlike anything else in America.

Most Americans are likely to encounter the effects of government malfeasance or neglect close to home—from their governors, mayors, town councils, school boards, police, and prosecutors. In fact, deals shrouded in darkness are regularly made at the state and local levels, often the result of closed-door discussions between governments and industry without any scrutiny whatsoever from the public.

Organizers, activists, artists and community members share their struggles in New Orleans before and after Hurricane Katrina. Floodlines is a firsthand account of community, culture, and resistance in New Orleans. The book weaves the stories of gay rappers, Mardi Gras Indians, Arab and Latino immigrants, public housing residents, and grassroots activists. From post-Katrina evacuee camps to torture testimony at Angola Prison to organizing with the family members of the Jena Six, Floodlines tells the stories behind the headlines from an unforgettable time and place in history.

'A surprising page-turner, full of humour and startling details' THE TIMES 'If I read a better history this year, I will be lucky' TOM HOLLAND 'An astonishing tour de force’ SPECTATOR Shortlisted for the HWA Nonfiction Crown Award Longlisted for the Highland Book Prize From Peter Marshall...

A hundred years. Thousands of women. One extraordinary pond. I have learned about peacocks and terrapins, giant cobras and booming widgeons; I have heard about celebrity spottings and al-fresco lovemaking and digestive biscuits. These things make up the history of the Ladies’ Pond, but they...

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In this audiobook, Megan Hill answers a common question of churchgoers: What's so great about the church? With rich theology and practical direction, Hill encourages and equips both first-time visitors and regular members to delight in being a part of the local church - no matter how messy and ordinary it seems today. It is only when God's people begin to see one another as the Lord sees them that they will truly find a place to belong. 

The irresistible story of Woods and Della is concluded in this entry in the #1 New York Times bestselling Rosemary Beach series. Woods had his perfect life mapped out for him—climb the ranks of the family business; marry the rich girl of his parents’ dreams; pretend that wealth and privilege...

First in a series of Detective Maggie Monroe Mysteries. When Maggie Monroe graduates from UNLV with a degree in Criminal Justice, little does she realize that as she lands the job of Sheriff in her hometown of tiny Barrier, Nevada, she will be charged with the task of unraveling the brutal murder of a beloved priest. The local brothel’s financial kickbacks, a Catholic church cover up, secret tunnels, and the discovery of pure evil test the new Sheriff while she works to discover the truth in a local community blinded by support for this popular priest. She works with a handsome outsider ...

A Charming Estate. A Deadly Secret and a Killer Hiding in Plain Sight. Journalist Lila Lawson, along with her loyal collie, Ella, planned to spend the weekend exploring her newly inherited coastal mansion, Wisteria Manor. But when Edgar Finch, the long-time caretaker, drops dead during her welcome dinner, Lila finds herself at the center of a murder investigation, with a whole house full of suspects and secrets. There's Agnes Willoughby, the manor's unshakably gruff housekeeper, whose chillingly calm demeanor and cryptic "last time" remarks hint at a sinister past. Then there's Douglas, ...

Experience an exhilarating journey into the world of local politics with our latest eBook, "Winning the Local Race." This comprehensive guide takes you on a step-by-step journey through the challenging yet thrilling campaign trail, leaving no stone unturned. Whether you're a novice entering public service or an experienced campaign warrior, this eBook is an essential read. Starting with the process of identifying your political landscape, it systematically propels you into understanding local government structures and exploring key community issues. Navigate through the intricate web of ...