In the midst of a successful business career, Doug Smith received life-altering news that set him on an entirely new journey to understand what leads to truly joyful, meaningful living-in other words, what leads to happiness. Through research and study he begins to understand what the most joyful among us have in common is that they remember the past with peace, anticipate the future with confidence and live in the present with joy and exuberance. He futher discovers that what gives them t...

As sure the sun will rise, the stock market will go up and down, housing prices will rise and fall, and jobs will come and go. Whether you are facing an uncertain economic future, affected by a downturn in the economy, or just seeking to supplement your existing income, Recession Proof Income—Cleaning Up in the Commercial Office Cleaning Business, is a must read for you. You may ask yourself, why should I read this book? What makes the commercial office cleaning business recession proof? A...

Cats distract us. Cats make us think of things outside of ourselves. And cats love to involve themselves in human affairs.In this omnibus volume of WMG Publishing's notable series, The Year of the Cat, felines of all stripes pounce and play and stalk through 100 cat stories in genres ranging from light romance to dark crime and everything in between.Entertaining cats, loving cats, even super-talented and time-traveling cats grace the pages of these twelve volumes edited by ...

Cats find themselves in all sorts of situations, sometimes comic, sometimes scary, sometimes just plain headshaking. In fact, for some reason, cats tend to draw crazy situations to themselves like the old cliché, moths to a flame.But nothing attracts cats like a good mystery, particularly of the cozy kind. Cats love crime; they love to solve crimes, to observe humans trying to solve crimes, and occasionally even to commit crimes, because, you know—cats.The felines in this v...

e-artnow presents to you the greatest Christmas novels, magical Christmas tales, legends, most famous carols and the unique poetry of the giants of literature dedicated to this one and only holiday: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christmas The Child Born at Bethlehem The Adoration of the Shepherds The Visit of the Wise Men As J...

In "Penelope's Postscripts," Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin explores the intricacies of human relationships through a series of engaging, whimsical letters penned by the charming yet unconventional Penelope. Set in the late 19th century, the narrative unfolds in a delightful epistolary format, showcasing Wiggin's mastery of wit and keen social observation. This book reflects the broader literary movement of the time, where humor and sentiment intertwined, illuminating the complexities of person...

It was Christmas Eve and a Saturday night when Mrs. Larrabee, the Beulah minister's wife, opened the door of the study where her husband was deep in the revision of his next day's sermon, and thrust in her comely head framed in a knitted rigolette."Luther, I'm going to run down to Letty's. We think the twins are going to have measles; it's the only thing they haven't had, and Letty's spirits are not up to concert pitch. You look like a blessed old prophet to-night, my dear! What's ...

Most writing craft books, courses, and workshops focus on the tools for being a writer and how to use them: dialog, setting, pacing, plot, openings, exposition, point-of-view. And so on.And on and on and on.Their aim is to add another tool, or maybe even a set of tools, to your writer's toolbox.The problem with that approach is the vast gulf in knowledge between having your toolbox filled with tools and applying those tools to create a story.Those c...

In "The Girl Scouts: A Training School for Womanhood," Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin presents an insightful exploration of the formative role that the Girl Scouts play in fostering independence, leadership, and camaraderie among young women. Written in a rich, engaging style, Wiggin intertwines practical advice with moral lessons, emphasizing the importance of character-building and community service. Contextually situated within the progressive movement of the early 20th century, this book se...

In "The Girl Scouts: A Training School for Womanhood," Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin presents a compelling exploration of the formative principles and practices of the Girl Scouts, weaving together a narrative that champions the empowerment of young women through outdoor adventure, community service, and practical skills. Written in an accessible and engaging prose style, the book reflects the Progressive Era's emphasis on social reform and education, positioning the Girl Scouts as a proactive...

This revised and updated third edition of Best New Horror showcases some of the very best short stories and novellas published in 1991. In this vilifying volume you will rediscover terrifying tales by, amongst many others, Ramsey Campbell, Robert McCammon, Dennis Etchison, Elizabeth Hand, Michael Marshall Smith, Charles L. Grant, Joel Lane and Thomas Tessier, along with an overview of the year in horror by the editors and a nightmare necrology of those who kicked off this mortal coil durin...

This holiday, we are offering to you our own Christmas box - filled up to the top with the best Christmas novels, classics to read during holidays, magical Christmas tales, legends, most famous carols and the unique poetry of the giants of literature dedicated to this one and only holiday: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christm...