One of the best inspirational memoirs to hit the street in years. The author shows that achievement requires more than his boyhood Superman cape and that failure can be ignored or overcome.

Cultural traditions coalesce in the city of Redlands like nowhere else in the Inland Empire. The University of Redlands is distinguished by a century of academic leadership to the community, the Fortnightly Club is one of the oldest literary organizations in the United States, and Spinnet plays favorites as one of the oldest musical societies in California. The rich cultural legacy of this sun-drenched San Bernardino County municipality intertwines with its past as a farming, citrus-growin...

In a sector of the Galaxy occupied by Earth-descended people, one Berserker computer has suddenly and mysteriously developed a tactical strategy unlike anything the human opposition has seen before. Shiva, like the Hindu god of destruction after which it was named, annihilates entire colonies with the help of its fiendish subordinates.Commander Claire Normandy struggles to prepare for Shiva's attacks, while Pilot Harry Silver realizes that he must deal with his own demons in order ...

A thriller novel is a novel that uses suspense, excitement, apprehension and exhilaration to tell a story. Thriller novels have villains, suspense, and action in settings such as espionage, medicine, crime, politics, and high tech.They often involve life and death situations and have high stakes, like the control of the world or the possibility of widespread death or destruction.Many times innocent people are victimized, stalked, or caught in situations that are beyond thei...

NOTHING'S WHAT IT SEEMS IN THIS SLYLY SINISTER COLLECTION OF DAMES DONE WRONG...AND DOING THE SAME!Shocking surprises, chilling comeuppances, and mercies that are anything but tender are just part of what to expect from these memorable stories of women's wills...and wiles. Choosing them with an eye to the dangers ever lurking in our everyday lives, acclaimed editor Michele Slung very clearly wants to play with her readers' comfort levels-and succeeds. Amon...

Professionals and readers alike are praising this book:"An inspired road map for living with a distractible brain... If you or your child suffer from ADHD, this book should be on your shelf. It will give you courage and hope."- Michael Thompson, PhD, New York Times bestselling co-author of Raising Cain"I absolutely loved this book, can highly recommend and will be buying copies for friends and our local schools... Thank you wit...

Variety entertainment dominated the popular recording industry's acoustic era (pre -1925), from its beginnings in the 1890s, when records were made on wax cylinders, right up to the beginning of the jazz age in the mid-1920s. From slapstick vaudeville routines and ethnic dialect skits to romantic ballads and dramatic recitations, sound recordings brought variety entertainment into the homes of millions of Americans. The following are three recordings from the era. The Arkansas Traveler, pe...

A striking celebration of decades of unparalleled access to the NFL by a critically acclaimed sports photojournalistFor the past 60 years, Michael Zagaris has taken his camera behind the scenes of the NFL, capturing the moments that define America’s game. With unparalleled access—42 Super Bowls, 49 seasons as team photographer for the San Francisco 49ers, and a behind-the-scenes passport to the rest of the NFL—Zagaris takes his aim beyond the field and to the locke...

A gripping anthology packed with suspense, danger, and unforgettable thrills. This exciting collection features thirty masterful stories that explore mystery, crime, psychological tension, and thrilling adventure. From dangerous conspiracies and chilling secrets to dramatic pursuits and shocking twists, every story keeps readers captivated until the very end. Filled with suspenseful storytelling and memorable characters, the anthology showcases the brilliance of classic thriller fiction wh...

This edited collection explores a wide range of communication elements and themes, representing a variety of topics and methodologies. It focuses broadly on the role and function of communication within the context of the 2016 United States presidential election, with chapters devoted to topics including an overview of the election from a communication perspective, the nominations, strategies of campaign visits, the impact of gender in the campaign, the impact of WikiLeaks, front page elec...

The 'SF Boxed Set: 140+ Intergalactic Action Adventures, Dystopian Novels & Lost World Classics' is a sweeping compilation that charts a course through the realms of speculative fiction. This expansive anthology boasts an impressive array of narratives that traverse the breathtaking boundaries of space, time, and imagination. With its blend of dystopian futures, interstellar expeditions, and mythical lost worlds, the collection invites readers to experience the perennial clash between huma...

Dive into a groundbreaking exploration of speculative fiction with the 'Sci-Fi Box Set: 140+ Dystopian Novels, Space Adventures & Lost World Classics,' a meticulously curated anthology that transcends time and genre to bring together an unparalleled collection of science fiction literature. This collection captures the essence of exploration, societal critique, and fantastical worlds through its diverse range of literary styles and themes. From thrilling tales of survival in unknown territ...