Women around the world are opting out of marriage. Through nuanced ethnographic accounts of the ways that women are moving the needle on marital norms and practices, Opting Out reveals the conditions that make this widespread phenomenon possible in places where marriage has long been obligatory. Each chapter invites readers into the lives of particular women and the changing circumstances in which these lives unfold - sometimes painfully, sometimes humorously, and always unexpecte...

SILVER SOLDIERS: A BOYS BEHAVING BADLY ANTHOLOGY will satisfy the reader who craves stories with older alpha male heroes...This collection features “silver soldiers”—those salt-and-pepper hotties with crow’s feet earned through rugged training and years of combat. Former soldiers finding their footing after their first careers, or current soldiers nearing the end of their military careers.Table of ContentsClear to Engage by Sukie Ch...

This collection features first responders—whether firemen or cops or simply the first brave person to sweep into the rescue regardless of the dangers. Expect an adrenaline ride of danger followed by a fiery “first response” romance that will curl your toes!First Response: A Boys Behaving Badly Anthology includes the following stories:Far from Over by Reina Torres – They missed their chance at the academy, but after she rescues him from a pile of rubble, a f...

Real heroes show up when a woman needs a little help…Do you crave stories about savvy, capable women who suddenly find themselves in challenging circumstances—vulnerable to the elements or their situation? Love it when a hero comes along who makes them feel a vulnerable in different ways…sexy ways…?Here’s just a glimpse of the stories you’ll find in STRANDED…Inside these tales you won’t find damsels in distress who aren’t determined to save...

Create colorful works of art using a variety of painting techniques with this guide featuring classic tools and modern twists.In Oil & Acrylic Workshop, impressionist painter Kimberly Adams teaches you to harness the creative power of both traditional and contemporary painting tools to create textured, vibrant, and colorful works of art. Whether you're an aspiring or established artist, you will relish setting aside the paintbrush in exchange for the palett...

Learn to create eye-catching, well-composed works of art using acrylic, oil, and watercolor paints with Beginning Composition.From the concept- and technique-driven Portfolio series comes Beginning Composition, which details how to compose a work of art so that it draws in—and then holds—the viewer’s attention. This book features quick exercises for getting started in art, primers on the principles of composition and the Rule of T...

Are you trying to cope with the sad death of your spouse? Do you feel overwhelmed by sadness and unclear about how to get through this terrible moment in your life?This book is a caring and thorough resource that provides support, consolation, and practical information to anybody mourning the death of a life partner. Written by bereavement professionals, this book gives vital insights into the grieving process as well as solutions for dealing with the emotional problems of loss.

Are you trying to deal with the terrible loss of a child? Do you feel adrift in a sea of loss, wondering how to handle the overpowering emotions?This book is a source of hope for parents and families dealing with the unthinkable grief of losing a child. This powerful guide provides practical techniques, compassionate guidance, and reassuring insights to help you navigate through the darkest days of sorrow.Learn how to cherish your child's memory, find peace amid loss, and f...

The 2014 midterm congressional elections provided a view of the attitude of American voters in the sixth year of Barack Obama’s presidency. This book provides insight about the formative aspects of the 2014 campaign season as well as in depth coverage of key races for Congress. The first section has four chapters that cover the substance of topics that impacted this campaign cycle: the popularity and productivity of the 113th Congress, voter suppression laws passed in many states, the role...

Advancing Critical Criminology constitutes a timely addition to the growing body of knowledge on critical criminology scholarship. DeKeseredy and Perry have assembled a volume that provides scholars with an in-depth review of the extant literature on several major branches of criminology as well as examples of how critical criminologists apply their theoretical perspectives to substantive topics, such as drugs, interpersonal violence, and rural crime. Accordingly, this work is div...

What is friendship without a few secrets?It wasn't Tillie's choice to leave Philadelphia. But after everything that happened junior year, her mom insisted the quiet suburb of Willow Creek was the perfect place to get a fresh start, to put the trauma and rumors behind them.Madison Frank is the perfect distraction. Beautiful, fun, and from the wealthy side of town, Madison is the kind of girl who has a pull stronger than gravity. She commands attention, even ...

Learn the core concepts and techniques for mixing any color your palette needs with Beginning Color Mixing.Perfect for aspiring, beginning, and intermediate artists, this guide's concept- and technique-driven approach makes this challenging subject approachable for artists of any skill level.Loaded with techniques on how to use and create color for vivid artwork, Beginning Color Mixing explains every key a...