Most people assume that racism grows from a perception of human difference: the fact of race gives rise to the practice of racism. Sociologist Karen E. Fields and historian Barbara J. Fields argue otherwise: the practice of racism produces the illusion of race, through what they call "racecraft." And this phenomenon is intimately entwined with other forms of inequality in American life. So pervasive are the devices of racecraft in American history, economic doctrine, politics, and everyday...

This Job Seeker's Playbook covers a wide array of topics, tips, and strategies to help you navigate the challenging but rewarding journey of finding the perfect job.You'll learn about compelling resume and cover letter that showcase your unique skills and experiences. You'll learn about networking and building meaningful connections to expand your opportunities. The Guide will discuss the significance of preparation and confidence when facing job interviews. From common interview q...

The nice lady that works in Human Resources isn't supposed to be chasing killers.After the death of her mother, Ellen Sparks finds out that she has a sister she never knew existed. Her happiness at this unexpected discovery is cut short when she learns that her sister has been a victim of murder.Now, she must get out from behind her desk and unravel the mystery of who her sister was, how she lived, and who was responsible forher death.

"Teach Almost Anyone Almost Anything" is the second edition of the popular guide to course creation. It is aimed at entrepreneurs who want to offer a course as part of their overall business strategy. The book explains the process of course design in simple and clear terms. It also includes useful templates to get the beginner off to a great start.

The nice lady that works in Human Resources can't seem to get away from people who want to kill each other (even at work; how annoying is that!)While minding her own business, Ellen Sparks finds a dead body at the office. To make matters worse, her boss looks like the number one suspect, and Ellen really likes her boss… so she's not at all pleased.Now, she must use all of her powers of deduction to figure out what really happened, who was responsible, and the true motive be...

What happens when things start to fall apart?These days, Ellen Sparks has more on her mind than her job in Human Resources. Her best friend could end up as a murder suspect; her new boyfriend wants her to start working out (seriously?)… and it looks like some very bad people want to blow up one of her corporate events.Now, she must push herself to new limits to solve the crime, and prevent an attack of terrorism before it's too late.

Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) has over the last decade made an increasing mark in several fields, notably health and medicine, education and social welfare. In recent years it has begun to make its mark in criminal justice. As engagement with EBP has spread, it has begun to evolve from what might be regarded as a somewhat narrow doctrine and orthodoxy to something more complex and various. Often criminological research has been at odds with the assumptions, conventions and methodologies as...

In this compelling sequel, The Attention Economy: A Category Blueprint, takes an in-depth look into the dynamic world of marketing and advertising, unveiling the pivotal role that human attention measurement plays in the present and future landscape. Designed for industry professionals, this book serves as a blueprint, offering profound insights and actionable advice.The book begins by reflecting on the whirlwind of transformations that have shaped the marketing landscape ...

Tackling the myth of a post-racial societyMost people assume that racism grows from a perception of human difference: the fact of race gives rise to the practice of racism. Sociologist Karen E. Fields and historian Barbara J. Fields argue otherwise: the practice of racism produces the illusion of race, through what they call “racecraft.” And this phenomenon is intimately entwined with other forms of inequality in American life. So pervasive are the devices of racec...

This book offers a considered voice on the advertising chaos that colours our rapidly changing media environment in a world of fake news, fast facts and seriously depleted attention stamina. Rather than simply herald disruption, Karen Nelson-Field starts an intelligent conversation on what it will take for businesses to win in an attention economy, the advertising myths we need to leave behind and the scientific evidence we can use to navigate a complex advertising and media ecosystem. Thi...

“You’re in a slump.” Nick Lasseter’s boss is talking about his job performance as a reporter for the Waterloo Weekly, but he might as well be talking about Nick’s whole life. His current assignment, a profile of a legendary liberal ex-congressman, is in trouble even before the subject abruptly dies. When Nick grudgingly agrees to write a piece about a rising female Republican legislator, he stumbles onto a political fight in which the good guys and bad guys start to seem interchan...

The lives of congenial American fly-fisherman Billy and his younger sister Alice meander alongside the Susquehanna River in this offbeat coming-of-age novel of death, madness, and fishing by debut author Karen Fielding. What starts out as a frolic of losers and drifters along the American riverscape flows into something more sinister when twelve-year-old Billy Sycamore encounters a stranger in the woods, while Alice is left to deal with the fall-out. In the spirit of Richard Brautigan's Tr...