Iris Ozveth is quite content spending their days surrounded by the books in their shop, Tails and Tomes, and their cat, Fable.But when Tails and Tomes is under threat of closing down, Iris will do everything they can to keep that from happening. Including stepping out of their quiet and comfortable life to take part in an adventure to find the legendary treasure hoard of the pirate captain Blood Eye.Iris will have to deal with thieving bards, face down ogres and goblins, de...

**How employers can compete in a challenging labor market—by hiring differently, redesigning job quality, and rethinking their government relations strategies.From two leaders in business and workforce development with a proven track record in innovative workforce strategies.**Over the past ten years, the U.S. labor market has been buffeted, with demand shifting dramatically. At the same time, demographic trends mean that U.S. labor supply will steadily tighten into the com...

Learn how accountants and finance teams can use AI tools in the real world with practical cases that reduce manual accounting and finance processes, improve reporting accuracy, and build AI-augmented workflows in Excel and Power BIKey FeaturesAutomate finance workflows using AI-powered Excel techniquesBuild reporting, reconciliation, and validation workflows with AIApply proven frameworks (HACK, the Six Pillars, Skills.md for accountants) to ma...

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Turnglass. Perfect for fans of Anthony Horowitz and Stuart Turton.A dazzling, puzzle-box mystery of secrets, power and hidden truths1804, Isle of Ray, Essex. Lysander Rose has spent his life searching for the truth about his mother, abducted when he was just a baby.When the men who took her return for him, Lysander is forced to flee – leaving behind everything he knows. But in his esc...

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Turnglass. Perfect for fans of Anthony Horowitz and Stuart Turton.A dazzling, puzzle-box mystery of secrets, power and hidden truths1804, Isle of Ray, Essex. Lysander Rose has spent his life searching for the truth about his mother, abducted when he was just a baby.When the men who took her return for him, Lysander is forced to flee – leaving behind everything he knows. But in his esc...

Examines the systemic obstacles limiting women's advancement in science and health care careers.Sexism in science and health care rarely announces itself as a single, dramatic event. More often, it appears as a steady accumulation of slights, exclusions, and unequal expectations that shape careers over time. In Harsh Medicine, Jennifer Rubin Grandis, MD, describes this reality and examines its consequences for women working in academic medicine and biomedi...

Overcome prediabetes with this comprehensive guide to prevention and wellnessPrediabetes For Dummies is an essential guide for anyone looking to take control of their health and prevent the progression to type 2 diabetes. This updated edition covers the latest research, practical tips, and easy-to-follow advice on diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes. With clear explanations and actionable steps, it empowers you to make informed decisions and optimize your blood sugar for...

Dr. Jeffrey Rubin's work—the culmination of four decades immersed in psychoanalysis and Eastern mind-body disciplines—introduces a unique method uniting these wisdom traditions. While both aim to alleviate suffering, their attempts at integration often remain superficial. Rubin demonstrates how therapy and meditation compensate for each other's blind spots, providing richer understanding and opening unexpected pathways to healing and transformation.There's growing interest in blend...

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER'MOVE OVER, MARIE KONDO' Washington Post**'EXCELLENT' Telegraph'YOU WILL FEEL LIKE YOU CAN TAKE ON THE WORLD' Grazia'WISHING I HAD A RUBIN TO HELP ME MAKE SENSE OF MY BELONGINGS' Red'DECLUTTER YOUR WAY TO HAPPINESS' Good HousekeepingIn the context of a happy life, a messy desk or ...

Sleepy Time RescueA Bedtime Crew AdventureWhen the Bedtime Crew discovers a mysterious glowing crystal deep within Blanketonia, everyone is eager to solve the puzzle.Gigito tries.Nothing.Uri tries.Nothing.One by one, Teddy, Wooly, Gigito, Uri, Orca, Bunny, and Whiskers search for answers. They think, wonder, and try their very best—but the more they work, the sleepier they become.As the magical...

The Blanket Cave AdventureA Bedtime Crew AdventureWhen the Bedtime Crew discovers a mysterious cave hidden deep within the blankets of Blanketonia, Uri is determined to create the perfect map so everyone can safely explore the kingdom.But something strange is happening.As Teddy, Wooly, Gigito, Orca, Bunny, Whiskers, and Uri journey through the winding blanket tunnels, the kingdom begins to change around them. Tunnels move. Bl...

In Why Is the Toilet Happy?, Valery Rubin transforms ordinary domestic scenes into philosophical fables. A toilet smiles. A mirror argues. A door takes offense. Each chapter stands alone as a brief, surreal encounter with the hidden life of everyday objects.Blending humour, absurdism, and a touch of metaphysical curiosity, the book explores the strange intelligence of the mundane. Rubin's voice is playful yet reflective, offering a perspective where the absurd becomes a fo...