The climate has changed. Pollution has sterilized the human race. Few stragglers remain.From the top of the tallest skyscraper in Denver, Colorado, a lonely girl named Juno watches the sun and sand torment the Rocky Mountains day in and day out. She wonders why she was abandoned so suddenly, wonders if she will ever see her mother again, and wonders why, on her thirteenth birthday, a mysteriously scarred woman has just shown up to kidnap her.But there’s no ...

Discover the inspiring story of one of history’s greatest innovators and industrial pioneers — henry ford. This powerful book explores the life, vision, and revolutionary ideas of the man who transformed the automobile industry and changed the modern world forever. From humble beginnings to building one of the most successful companies in history, henry ford’s journey is a timeless lesson in ambition, innovation, leadership, and perseverance. Perfect for entrepreneurs, business enthusiasts...

THE INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLERFeaturing a foreword by Jocko Willink!In this third book in the Extreme Ownership series, a retired fighter pilot and TOPGUN instructor, now serving as the Chief Development Officer at Echelon Front, teaches readers the importance of leadership and how to implement it.The Need to Lead invokes the classic Top Gun movie quote. It is also an undeniable truth that author Dave Ber...

This stylish ABC book about books and book-making is a wry, witty compendium, pervaded by a love of books.“A book about books for book lovers of all ages. B Is For Bibliophile is the meta-abecedarium for all the current and future teachers, librarians, writers, and readers in your life.” —Brian Selznick, Caldecott-winning creator of The Invention of Hugo CabretB is for bib...

The Chaos Manifesto: A Satirical for the Faithless by Dr. Dale Jenkins is an irreverent exploration of the absurdities of certainty, blind belief, and intellectual dogma. With biting humor and razor-sharp wit, Dr. Jenkins deconstructs everything from science and religion to fandoms and ideologies, offering a fresh, unapologetic perspective on the human need for certainty in an uncertain world.In this satirical manifesto, Jenkins invites readers on a chaotic journey through the univ...

This WWII biography vividly recounts one man's experience as a Special Ops soldier and POW in Japanese occupied Burma.In his postwar life, Frank Berkovitch was a quiet, reserved tailor. But during World War II, he served with the legendary Chindits in Burma and endured years of Japanese captivity. He fought as a Bren-gunner on Operation LONGCLOTH, the first mission to take them deep behind enemy lines. He was even General Orde Wingate's batman.The Chindits ...

Writing the Nation displays key literary movements and the American authors associated with the movement. Topics include late romanticism, realism, naturalism, modernism, and modern literature. Contents: Late Romanticism (1855-1870) Realism (1865-1890) Local Color (1865-1885) Regionalism (1875-1895) William Dean Howells Ambrose Bierce Henry James Sarah Orne Jewett Kate Chopin Mary E. Wilkins Freeman Charles Waddell Chesnutt Charlotte Perkins Gilman Naturalism (1890-1914) Frank Norris Steph...

Pivotal Leadership is a unique anthology that curates thought-transforming articles written by CEOs, entrepreneurs, and seasoned leaders themselves—no fuss and straight from the masters’ mouths! Discover their secrets on how to be effective leaders amid the toughest challenges wherein the toughest calls—the pivotal choices—have to be made, as well as gain refreshing insights on innovation and persuasion, all distilled from real-world experiences and business expertise and all pour...

This lyrical, pay-it-forward story encourages readers to engage with those around them, seeing each similarity and difference as part of the colorful landscape of community.When Nadine asks a new friend if she has a coming-here story too, she topples the first domino in a community-wide chain of neighbors and new friends listening to those around them, wondering about their perspectives, and finally asking thoughtful, curious questions.

**'This book will change the way you think about leadership' – Admiral William H. McRaven, author of Make Your BedThe powerful third book in the phenomenally successful Extreme Ownership series, with a foreword by Jocko Willink.**Leadership is a universal requirement for success, no matter the environment. This undeniable truth is something Dave Berke learned first-hand as a Marine Corps officer, fighter pilot, TOPGUN instructor, ground combat leader and now chief ...

How can you consistently hire the right people?The Hiring Handbook by Kasey Harboe Guentert and Mollie Berke is a practical, evidence-based guide for managers, HR leads and departmental heads who want to improve hiring outcomes, strengthen interview design and make data-backed decisions.Written by hiring experts with experience at Korn Ferry, Airbnb and Meta, this toolkit takes you step-by-step thr...

A perfect love. An unforgivable mistake.I could be happy.After my knee accident, I've risen from the ashes of my football career to become a successful landscaper, creating gardens for Hollywood's rich and famous.My bank account has never looked as good, and California's it-girls keep trying to seduce me. As I said, I could be happy.But I'm not.My success is tainted, my money dirty. I don't deserve any of it.Because the found...