More than five million visitors a year flock to Alabama’s Gulf Coast for its natural beauty, diverse ecosystems, and more than 30 miles of sugar-white sand beaches next to the soothing waves of the Gulf of Mexico. 100 Things to Do on the Alabama Gulf Coast Before You Die helps you make the most of your visit with itineraries, insider tips, and a local’s perspective. Explore the resort towns of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach at the epicenter of Baldwin County’s tourist industry. Tast...

Using a collection of over one thousand popular songs from the war years, as well as around 150 soldiers’ songs, John Mullen provides a fascinating insight into the world of popular entertainment during the First World War. Mullen considers the position of songs of this time within the history of popular music, and the needs, tastes and experiences of working-class audiences who loved this music. To do this, he dispels some of the nostalgic, rose-tinted myths about music hall. At a time wh...

An important guide to the quantification of contract claims in the construction industry, updated third editionThe substantially expanded third edition of Evaluating Contract Claims puts the spotlight on the quantification of claims in the construction industry after liability has been established, including by reference to the terms of several standard forms of contract in common use. The authors clearly demonstrate the potential alternative appr...

The role of the expert witness has long been important in the resolution of construction disputes. The specialist opinion brought by the expert can aid understanding and interpretation of the facts of the dispute, and may be influential in deciding the outcome. The variety of dispute resolution procedures and the requirement for the expert witness to be independent places a heavy burden on the parties to identify and instruct an appropriate expert, and on the expert to ensure they discharg...

The Winter 2015-16 issue of Ploughshares. Ploughshares is an award-winning journal of new writing. Two out of each year's three issues are guest-edited by prominent writers who explore different personal visions, aesthetics, and literary circles, with the Winter issue staff-edited.The stories, poems, and essays that comprise this staff-edited issue of Ploughshares are diverse and timely. Visit a South African laundromat in Laurie Baker’s short story, Here I Am, Laughing with Boers;...

Dreams cannot be created without thoughts, and thoughts are useless without dreams.Learn to channel the creative power of thoughts and dreams, and you change the course of your life.Kernels of Knowledge offers a roadmap for turning your thoughts into your dreams, transferring your dreams into your goals, and converting your goals into your action plan, which leads you to your reality. The journey is not a straight line as the evolution of your dreams is continuous and flexi...

“Change how a person thinks, and you will change how they feel. Change how they feel, and you will change how they perform. Change how they perform and you will change the results. Change the results and you will change their lives.” This quote from R. W. Ross perfectly exemplifies my vision and dreams for Road Map to Tomorrow.Road Map to Tomorrow was inspired by the responsibility of my generation to transfer the knowledge of the past while laying the foundation for the technology...

Immerse yourself in the heart-wrenching true tale of John J. Mullen and his brother Ray as they navigate a childhood marred by unspeakable abuse.Silver Mittens takes you on a gripping journey through their turbulent upbringing in Lowell, Massachusetts. This raw and fearless memoir unveils the physical, sexual, mental, and verbal trauma they endured at the hands of their parents and stepfather. Amidst the chaos, the brothers cling to their unbreakable bond, offering each ot...

In the winter of 1892, the gold-mining town of Bodie, California is in decline. Nell Doherty, an 18-year-old young woman with a wooden leg, dreams of leaving and becoming a Pinkerton detective. A tragic shooting presents her with an opportunity to prove she has the skills needed to work for the Pinkertons. Over the objections of most of the town's residents, Bodie's justice of the peace deputizes Nell. With the help of Rags, her half-Irish, half-Chinese best friend, Nell investigates the s...

Embark on a celestial odyssey with "Amazing Tales Volume 77", an extraordinary anthology offering unparalleled expedition. This latest installment in the acclaimed series launches readers into a universe where the norms of identity and existence are stretched to their limits, inviting you to ponder the profound tapestry of human and cosmic interconnectedness. At the heart of this anthology lies John Foster West's own masterpiece, "Cogito, Ergo Sum", a thought-provoking dive into consciousn...

John Morgan Mullen attended Michigan State University, where he married his college sweetheart and earned a BA in communication arts. He was a quarterback for Michigan State University on two National Championship teams in 1965 and 1966. John has two children, Todd and Stephanie, and is a grandfather to Jake, Brennan, and Hailey. John’s new book, “Straight from the Heart,” started in lieu of greeting cards and expanded as a way to express his inner feelings. His collection talks about the ...

Rated "Most Popular Fiction Magazine 2024" by Chill SubsNamed Top 10 "Best Lit Mags of 2023, 2024" by Chill SubsDelight in intriguing, thought-provoking conversations about ethics, philosophy, and social issues! After Dinner Conversation is a monthly literary magazine publishing short fiction. Each issue features both established writers and up-and-coming authors who contribute fascinating philosophical insights on controversial to...