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Author: Maggie Baine
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780692958452
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 232

Book Description
So, this is the part where you read the internet description of a book and ask yourself, ¿Am I really going to pay a few moneys for this hunk of words and sentences?¿ Think hard. We encourage you to. Judge this book by its cover. In fact, judge these next few sentences the closely-est. [SERIOUS] What¿s stopping you from doing the things you want to do? Our guess is you might feel stuck, or stagnate, or maybe you feel like all your efforts to grow, change, and do feel like you¿re pissing in the wind, with no real progress to show. That¿s ok, we¿ve been there. Like OMGawd we¿ve been there.Within this book are 100 THINGs, that we want you to do. Weird THINGs. Like really weird THINGs. We want you to do them, write about them, and use the momentum from doing them as a catalyst for whatever awesome possum stuff you really want to do. If you feel stuck, doing these THINGs will not only unstuck (is it unstuck? Unstick?) you, they will give you 100 new stories to add to your life¿s collection.This is our promise to you | Do the THINGs in this book, document your adventures from doing them, gain the precious MOMENTUM, and you will be able to use it for whatever you want to do. You should¿ open it up and see if it helps.Peace!

Flora & Ulysses

Author: Kate DiCamillo
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 076366040X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 241

Book Description
Rescuing a squirrel after an accident involving a vacuum cleaner, comic-reading cynic Flora Belle Buckman is astonished when the squirrel, Ulysses, demonstrates astonishing powers of strength and flight after being revived. By the Newbery Medal-winning author of The Tale of Despereaux.

Get to the Point!

Author: Joel Schwartzberg
Publisher: Berrett-Koehler Publishers
ISBN: 1523094125
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 129

Book Description
In this indispensable guide for anyone who must communicate in speech or writing, Schwartzberg shows that most of us fail to convince because we don't have a point-a concrete contention that we can argue, defend, illustrate, and prove. He lays out, step-by-step, how to develop one. In Joel's Schwartzberg's ten-plus years as a strategic communications trainer, the biggest obstacle he's come across-one that connects directly to nervousness, stammering, rambling, and epic fail-is that most speakers and writers don't have a point. They typically have just a title, a theme, a topic, an idea, an assertion, a catchphrase, or even something much less. A point is something more. It's a contention you can propose, argue, defend, illustrate, and prove. A point offers a position of potential value. Global warming is real is not a point. Scientific evidence shows that global warming is a real, human-generated problem that will have a devastating environmental and financial impact is a point. When we have a point, our influence snaps into place. We communicate belief, conviction, and urgency. This book shows you how to identify your point, leverage it, stick to it, and sell it and how to train others to identify and successfully make their own points.

"Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!": Adventures of a Curious Character

Author: Richard P. Feynman
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393355683
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 429

Book Description
One of the most famous science books of our time, the phenomenal national bestseller that "buzzes with energy, anecdote and life. It almost makes you want to become a physicist" (Science Digest). Richard P. Feynman, winner of the Nobel Prize in physics, thrived on outrageous adventures. In this lively work that “can shatter the stereotype of the stuffy scientist” (Detroit Free Press), Feynman recounts his experiences trading ideas on atomic physics with Einstein and cracking the uncrackable safes guarding the most deeply held nuclear secrets—and much more of an eyebrow-raising nature. In his stories, Feynman’s life shines through in all its eccentric glory—a combustible mixture of high intelligence, unlimited curiosity, and raging chutzpah. Included for this edition is a new introduction by Bill Gates.

The Case of the Silk King

Author: Shannon Gilligan
Publisher: Choose Your Own Adventure
ISBN: 9781933390659
Category : Missing persons
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The reader journeys to Thailand to investigate the mysterious disappearance of Jim Thompson, the "Thai Silk King."

The Reading Adventure

Author: We Need Diverse Books
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744077311
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 130

Book Description
Discover the world with this carefully curated list from We Need Diverse Books. Check out 100 must-read ebooks to try before you're 12! Includes reviews, recommendations, and exclusive author interviews, The Reading Adventure: 100 Books To Check Out Before You're 12 will inspire young readers to discover books beyond the curriculum. From mystery to autobiography, the ebook is organized by genre, so you can jump to the section that interests you the most. Each entry has a key theme box so you can immediately see if the ebook is something you'll enjoy. Simple biblio information is listed so you can decide whether to tackle a longer read, or choose something more bite-sized with pictures. Helpful signposts lead readers to another book the author thinks they'll enjoy. Hidden gems, award-winners, classics, and current bestsellers are brought to life by vibrant illustrations. There's truly something for everyone!

The Bunnies

Author: Eliot Cowley
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595428622
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 57

Book Description
BEATRIX POTTER, move over. Here is a children's book to delight everyone-the continuing saga of The Bunnies, told by someone young enough to know it, old enough to spoof it. Only instead of Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cottontail, you've got Knuzzle, Krouch, and Relacks, members of the infamous Nickname Club, and the wonderful Bunny family-Papa, Mama, the sons Cool and Baby, and the daughters Twinkle and Sparkle. It's the story of everyday life in Furrific Town, with voice-over by the author. It's an imaginative story-book filled with wit and humor that will delight the parents as well as the children. So, as Baby Bunny would say, "Yo! Yo! Yohoho!" And so we begin: "There are many towns inhabited by only bunnies. And bunnies only. But we're not talking about all the towns. We're just zooming in on one little house in one little town called Furrific Town. And the family of bunnies in the little house that we're talking about is no ordinary family."

My New Roots

Author: Sarah Britton
Publisher: Clarkson Potter
ISBN: 0804185395
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 585

Book Description
At long last, Sarah Britton, called the “queen bee of the health blogs” by Bon Appétit, reveals 100 gorgeous, all-new plant-based recipes in her debut cookbook, inspired by her wildly popular blog. Every month, half a million readers—vegetarians, vegans, paleo followers, and gluten-free gourmets alike—flock to Sarah’s adaptable and accessible recipes that make powerfully healthy ingredients simply irresistible. My New Roots is the ultimate guide to revitalizing one’s health and palate, one delicious recipe at a time: no fad diets or gimmicks here. Whether readers are newcomers to natural foods or are already devotees, they will discover how easy it is to eat healthfully and happily when whole foods and plants are at the center of every plate.

G. A. HENTY Ultimate Collection: 100+ Historical Novels, Adventure Tales & Short Stories

Author: G. A. Henty
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 15652

Book Description
In G. A. Henty's 'Ultimate Collection', readers are taken on a thrilling journey through over 100 historical novels, adventure tales, and short stories. Henty's works are known for their vivid storytelling, detailed historical accuracy, and inspiring tales of courage and perseverance. Set against the backdrop of various historical events and time periods, these stories transport readers to different eras and cultures with rich and immersive narratives. Henty's literary style combines adventure, history, and moral lessons, making his works both entertaining and educational for readers of all ages. G. A. Henty, a prolific British author born in 1832, drew inspiration from his own experiences as a war correspondent and journalist to write his historical novels. His firsthand knowledge of military campaigns and historical events shines through in his detailed descriptions and authentic portrayals of various time periods. Henty's passion for history and storytelling led him to become one of the most popular authors of historical fiction in the late 19th century. I highly recommend G. A. Henty's 'Ultimate Collection' to readers who enjoy immersive historical fiction, thrilling adventures, and tales of heroism. This extensive compilation of Henty's works offers a diverse range of stories that will captivate and educate readers about different eras in history. Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply enjoy a good adventure tale, Henty's collection is sure to entertain and inspire.

Gulp: Adventures on the Alimentary Canal

Author: Mary Roach
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393348741
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 353

Book Description
The irresistible, ever-curious, and always bestselling Roach returns with a new adventure to the invisible realm that people carry around inside.