Personal development is not easy. So why do so many leadership and self-help books read like an author's highlight reel?Learning Curve pushes back against conventional literature by discussing the real, behind-the-scenes challenges of a developing school leader. Blending authentic anecdotes with relevant research, Learning Curve transforms complicated life principles into useful pearls of wisdom.Whether you are looking for a few helpful ideas-or are search...

Three casters pursue their destiny. A world’s balance hangs by a thread. Can the very shadows that bind Malgar's fate also be its undoing?In the land of Malgar, where the essence of balance once weaved through the very fabric of life, shadow casters—masters of the arcane, summoning creatures and weapons born of shadow—long stood as vanguards of harmony. But when fear sparked a purge that intended to extinguish their ancient art, the world teetered on the brink of c...

Is the human eye like a camera? What makes your ears ‘pop’ on a plane? Why did women in the Middle Ages put belladonna into their eyes?This fully updated 2nd edition of Sensation and Perception is an accessible introduction to the field of perception. It covers in detail the perceptual processes related to vision and hearing, taste and smell, touch and pain, as well as the vestibular and proprioceptive systems. From seeing in colour to pathologies of perception, and from r...

He believed shadow casters were extinct. Now he’s sworn to protect them.Cylos dreams of the old days from his father’s stories, when the legendary shadow casters defended the world. But it’s been over twenty-five years since the Purge, and he’s convinced casters are little more than fairy tales… and without their protection, Malgar is descending into chaos.But after he strikes an unlikely friendship with an old hermit in the mountains above his village, C...

The newest addition to Partners In Leadership's accountability series that began with the classic The Oz Principle.The Oz Principle has sold more than a million copies since it debuted in 1994, establishing it as the go-to reference on workplace accountability throughout the world. By embracing its practical and invaluable advice, tens of thousands of companies have improved their organizational accountability -- the key to achieving and sustainin...

This bestselling book is now the standard guide to building phone systems with Asterisk, the open source IP PBX that has traditional telephony providers running scared! Revised for the 1.4 release of the software, the new edition of Asterisk: The Future of Telephony reveals how you can save money on equipment and support, and finally be in control of your telephone system.If you've worked with telephony in the past, you're familiar with the problem: expensive and inflexibl...

This amazing collaboration between two of Colorado's finest poets will hit you where you live.

In "The State of the Dead and the Destiny of the Wicked," Uriah Smith delves into the theological complexities surrounding death, resurrection, and final judgment from a Seventh-day Adventist perspective. Employing a methodical literary style that blends exegesis with doctrinal analysis, Smith navigates scriptural passages with clarity, contributing to the broader discourse on soteriology and eschatology. His work stands as a response to prevailing views of the afterlife, dissecting the im...

In "The Spirit of American Government," J. Allen Smith meticulously examines the ideational foundations of American political institutions, framing his analysis within the context of early 20th-century democracy. Through a blend of philosophical inquiry and historical narrative, Smith dissects the evolution of governance in the United States, elucidating its distinct characteristics such as federalism, checks and balances, and the role of public opinion. His prose, imbued with clarity and ...

Emma Goldman’s Supreme Court appeal occurred during a transitional point for First Amendment law, as justices began incorporating arguments related to free expression into decisions on espionage and sedition cases. This project analyzes the communications that led to her arrest—writings in Mother Earth, a mass-mailed manifesto, and speeches related to compulsory military service during World War I—as well as the ensuing legal proceedings and media coverage. The authors place Goldm...

Morsels from the Chef showcases six delectable short stories ranging from life as a personal chef to the trials of a romance in a busy restaurant kitchen. Even the neighbor lady gets in on the action with her casseroles!

They swore to uphold balance. But can they stay loyal to their cause even if it costs their lives?Kaito, Sumi, and Nigel triumphed over their first challenge. But their troubles are only beginning . . . and when a surprise detour lands them in a distrustful town that’s in grave danger, the three young casters are faced with a test that will push their resolve to its limit.The townsfolk fear and despise them—but they also need their help.The three ca...