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For years, Kenneth C. Davis has enlightened and enthralled us, opening our minds and tickling our fancies with his wonderfully irreverent, fun, and factual Don't Know Much About® books. He has carried readers on wild and edifying rides through history, mythology, geography, the Bible, the Civil War, even across the universe. Now, following on the heels of his triumphant New York Times bestseller Don't Know Much About® Anything, comes Don't Know...
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As effects of the COVID virus dissipate and workers return to their offices, one of the more important developments in the business and labor market is how employees might negotiate with their supervisors to continue working remotely. This audio program will list ideas to help you convince your supervisor that working remotely remains in the best interests of all parties involved and includes discussions on how to put together a career portfolio,...
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Out of the half a million writers attempting to write 50,000 words in 30 days for National Novel Writing Month each November, only 10-15% of them succeed. However, these odds can be vastly improved by having the right strategies in place to break the challenge down throughout the month so you're putting yourself in the very best position to be a NaNoWriMo winner! 'Write, Eat, Sleep, Repeat…' aims to help you prepare for and take part in NaNoWriMo...
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Get the Summary of Dean Nelson's Talk to Me in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Talk to Me: How to Ask Better Questions, Get Better Answers, and Interview Anyone Like a Pro" by Dean Nelson is a comprehensive guide to the art of interviewing. Drawing from his own experiences and those of other professionals, Nelson emphasizes the importance of a central idea to steer both writing and interviewing. He illustrates...
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You know you're a writer when
... You'll never forgive your parents for your happy childhood.
... The doctor tells you that you have terminal cancer and you think, "I can use this."
... You accidentally sign a check with your pen name.
... You know more than ten synonyms for "blue."
... You write your Christmas letter as if it were War and Peace.
Many readers will recognize themselves in this collection of observations about the eccentric, quirky,...
8) Using Cutting-Edge Technology: Tools to Consider for Enhancing Learning in Grades Six Through Twelve
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Created as an easy to use reference, this eBook provides strategies, project examples, and resources for you to explore emerging technologies. As a readily available resource, this eBook will assist you in determining the most powerful and realistic methods of incorporating emerging technologies to strengthen instruction and learning.
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Living a Jewish Life describes Judaism as not just a contemplative or abstract system of thought but as a blueprint for living fully and honorably. This new edition builds on the classic guide, which has been a favorite among Jewish educators and students for years. Enriched with additional resources, including online resources, this updated guide also references recent changes in the modern Jewish community, and has served as a resource and guide...
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This guide provides instruction and advice for aspiring writers in the following areas: Creative Coaching; Poetry; Songwriting; Screenwriting; Musical Theatre.It contains hundreds of pages of interviews from acclaimed writers and mentors as well as self-authored essays from industry experts. In each section there is also a concluding piece called "Mentor Me: An Inside View", which is an overview of the process of one-on-one mentoring sessions,...
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En 2018 se celebró en Barcelona una exposición que supuso uno de los más bellos homenajes a la mítica figura Madelman coincidiendo con el 50 aniversario de su nacimiento. El evento despertó el interés de creadores, diseñadores, modelistas y demás personal que había participado en la creación de Madelman y que hasta ese momento no se habían visto representados en la historia "oficial" relatada. Así que pusieron de manifiesto su deseo de...
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Think of anything bad, from art heists to Genghis Kahn, and it's likely to be included in this wickedly smart and humorous guide to the seedy underbelly of basically everything. The brainiac team at "mental_floss", creators of the hit magazine and last year's Condensed Knowledge, have scoured the darkest, dirtiest corners of history and the globe to gather this ultimate collection of the bad stuff you're not supposed to know and you certainly never...
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For most of us, that perfect retort or witty reply often escapes us when we need it most, only to come to mind with perfect clarity when it's too late to be useful. The twentieth-century writer Heywood Broun described this all-too-common phenomenon when he wrote "Repartee is what we wish we'd said."
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed -- and perfectly timed -- replies...
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Life is unpredictable and we seldom are prepared for the unknown. I put together a series of checklists to keep the reader more organized when facing life's challenges. We often find ourselves fumbling our way through situations, because we were not properly prepared and organized to tackle the challenge. My ultimate hope is that this eBook/Book has an impact on the way you approach situations along the road of life. Cheers!
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We're at the dawn of a new era: additive manufacturing allows us to create objects by programming and then printing them layer by layer.The way we make things hasn't changed much since the days of a stone axe, made by bashing two rocks against one another. We take something big and make it useful by cutting, chiseling, drilling, and otherwise reducing it. We accept a huge amount of waste and severe technical limitations: for example, it may be impossible...
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"Commercial Real Estate for Real Estate Agents" is an essential guide for agents looking to navigate the complex and dynamic world of commercial property. This comprehensive book provides a deep dive into the various aspects of commercial real estate, offering invaluable knowledge and practical advice to both seasoned professionals and those new to the field.The book starts by laying a strong foundation, introducing readers to the basics of commercial...
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In the fifties and sixties, in the period leading up to the partial decriminalisation of homosexuality and the founding of the Gay Liberation movement, a group of gay men behind the scenes of rock'n'roll was changing pop, politics and society for good.
Through a mix of new interviews and contemporary reports, Darryl W. Bullock shines a light on the lives of the so-called 'Velvet Mafia', including impresario Larry Parnes, Beatles manager Brian Epstein,...
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Ebay is the market of millions with a billion items. Most are mundane and purpose driven - but a very tiny fraction are outlandish, weird and fascinating. They are the most bizarre items of the world's biggest bazaar. They are the stuff of this book. These strangest of the odd items are so fascinating that their backstories sometimes become world wide news. From the Ghost in a Jar to diaphonized quail you are set for a tour of Ebay's oddest auctions....
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The incomparable Anthony Dias Blue-the world's leading expert on American wine-has revised and updated his definitive reference on America's wine-producing regions and wines. Both entertaining and informative American Wine takes the risk out of choosing the best wines and the best values-with maps, winery profiles, comprehensive tasting notes, ratings, and recommendations on more than 5,000 wines.
Anthony Dias Blue is universally praised for his...
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