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Chemistry for the IB Diploma Third edition (For the IB Diploma)
by Christopher Talbot Chris DavisonDeveloped in cooperation with the International Baccalaureate®Trust experienced and best-selling authors to navigate the new syllabuses confidently with these coursebooks that implement inquiry-based and conceptually-focused teaching and learning.- Ensure a continuum approach to concept-based learning through active student inquiry; our authors are not only IB Diploma experienced teachers but are also experienced in teaching the IB MYP and have collaborated on our popular MYP by Concept series. - Build the skills and techniques covered in the Tools (Experimental techniques, Technology and Mathematics) with direct links to the relevant parts of the syllabus; these skills also provide the foundation for practical work and internal assessment.- Integrate Theory of Knowledge into your lessons with TOK boxes and Inquiries that provide real-world examples, case studies and questions. The TOK links are written by the author of our bestselling TOK coursebook, John Sprague and Paul Morris, our MYP by Concept series and Physics co-author.- Develop approaches to learning with ATL skills identified and developed with a range of engaging activities with real-world applications. - Explore ethical debates and how scientists work in the 21st century with Nature of Science boxes throughout. - Help build international mindedness by exploring how the exchange of information and ideas across national boundaries has been essential to the progress of science and illustrates the international aspects of science. - Consolidate skills and improve exam performance with short and simple knowledge-checking questions, exam-style questions, and hints to help avoid common mistakes.
Bertie's Theory of Ice Cream (44 Scotland Street #18)
by Alexander McCall SmithBook 18 in the hugely popular 44 Scotland Street series by worldwide bestselling author Alexander McCall Smith"It's like ice cream, Mr Flynn," Bertie continued. "When you have ice cream, you need to eat it straight away, otherwise it melts. If there are people who haven't got any, you should share it, if you can."When despair for the world grows, Bertie's theory of ice cream reminds us that it's the simple pleasures in life that we should hold onto. And everyone's favourite seven-year-old has a lot to put up with: at home, Irene is planning lessons on Irish Culture for Bertie; at school, he is forced to join Olive and Pansy's book group, and during a day out with his best friend Ranald Braveheart Macpherson, the boys find themselves unexpectedly invited to a wedding.Meanwhile, Bruce's latest property venture goes horribly wrong after trying to move a flat's front door to give it a more prestigious address. At Nine Mile Burn, Matthew and the triplets try to adopt an unwillingly-vegan dog. And Sister Maria-Fiori dei Fiore Montagna discovers the missing part of the Stone of Scone in Drummond Place Gardens.Filled with Alexander McCall Smith's trademark warmth and humour, this latest book in the series is a must-read.
Seven Chakras of Leadership: How to Create a Holistic Workplace
by Zohra Damani Neal A. BakshiSeven Chakras of Leadership is a transformative guide for leaders seeking to align their inner energy with their professional impact. It connects ancient wisdom with modern leadership science, offering a powerful framework for navigating the complexities of today’s workplace while staying grounded in authenticity and purpose.At the book’s core is the concept of The Journey—a practice inspired by Shamanism, inviting leaders to explore their inner world and align their energy centers, or chakras, to unlock their fullest leadership potential. The authors provide actionable tools rooted in ancient traditions—such as meditation, breathwork, energy healing, and chakra alignment—tailored to the demands of modern leadership. Using the chakra system as a framework, the book maps each chakra (root, sacral, solar plexus, heart, throat, third eye, and crown) to critical aspects of leadership development. By linking chakra principles to evidence-based practices such as emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and transformational leadership, leaders will gain practical insights into how balancing their energy centers can enhance decision-making, foster resilience, and improve team dynamics. Addressing both the empowering and shadow aspects of these energy centers, the book equips leaders with practical tools, reflective exercises, and action steps to navigate challenges, build self-awareness, and drive meaningful transformation in their organizations.With templates for energy management and chakra assessment, whether you’re a corporate executive, manager, or entrepreneur, this book equips you with practical strategies to balance your inner compass and develop conscious, compassionate leadership.
Cereal Grains: Processing Methods for Preserving Nutritional Value
by Sukhvinder Singh PurewalCereal grains are a major part of the global diet, but their nutritional benefits depend on how they are processed. This book explores how various techniques influence nutrient content, bioavailability, and food quality. It provides a clear understanding of traditional and modern processing methods, helping professionals optimize grain-based products. This book provides updated information on innovative grain processing techniques and demonstrates how different methods affect dietary value. Helpful for the industrial sector as well as serving as a reliable source for food science and nutrition studies, this book bridges the gap between research and real-world applications, ultimately offering practical and meaningful information for improving cereal-based, health-benefiting food products.Key Features Provides comprehensive knowledge on different kinds of cereal processing methods Presents the latest information on the effect of processing methods on the specific nutrients (macro as well as micro) of cereal grains Includes techniques to minimize nutrients loss
Theological Discourses on Social Media
by Christopher B. Barnett Clark J. Elliston Trevor B. WilliamsTheological Discourses on Social Media will examine ten different social media platforms across three overarching parts. The task throughout is, first, to delineate the configuration and intent of a given form of social media and, second, to probe its implications for theology. On the whole, the volume will focus on the Judeo-Christian tradition, though dialogue with and insight from other religious traditions will also be featured. The upshot will be a unique theological engagement with the defining issue of our era—a work that will be as relevant as it will be engrossing. Featuring contributions from leading scholars, it will be a must-read for all students of theology, religion and media, and cultural studies.
Processes and Design for Manufacturing
by Sherif D. El WakilProcesses and Design for Manufacturing, Fourth Edition, offers a comprehensive and detailed examination of modern manufacturing processes while also delving into the concept of design for manufacturing (DFM) and its application across diverse manufacturing techniques. It examines manufacturing processes from the viewpoint of the product designer, investigating the selection of manufacturing methods in the early phases of design and how this affects the constructional features of a product. The stages from design process to product development are examined, integrating an evaluation of cost factors.The text emphasizes both a general design orientation and a systems approach and covers topics such as additive manufacturing, concurrent engineering, polymeric and composite materials, cost estimation, design for assembly, and environmental factors. This edition has new and updated chapters, including a detailed chapter focusing on the prominent topic of microchip manufacturing.This book is essential reading for senior undergraduate students studying manufacturing processes, product design, design for manufacture, and computer-aided manufacturing.
Spiritual Wellness and the Built Environment
by Phillip James TabbImagine a world where buildings and cities actively nurture our well-being, not just physically but spiritually. There is a growing awareness of the need for a more inclusive and comprehensive approach to wellness strategies in everyday life. This book explores spiritual wellness as a foundational attribute of urban planning and design with the hope of influencing a more flourishing trajectory of development with the built environment. Chapters reflect the beginning of this evolving movement in home and community design that tackles our uniquely modern problems of sedentary lives, unhealthy diets, stress, social isolation, pollution, nature deprivation, and inaccessibility to spiritually nurturing places. The attributes of spiritual wellness are presented as defining characteristics informing design strategies. These specific planning and design strategies are presented through case studies from around the globe that highlight the importance of spiritual wellness considerations at all scales of the built environment, from rooms to cities. This book is essential to help architects, planners, designers, engineers, healthcare providers, project stakeholders, and graduate students embrace and implement a successful wellness design approach.
Current Approaches to Language Ideology and Metalinguistic Discourse (Routledge Studies in Applied Linguistics)
by Rachelle Vessey Adnan AjšićThis collection brings together research on cutting-edge developments at the intersection of language ideology and metalinguistic discourse, showcasing the potential of diverse approaches.With interest in language ideology and metalinguistic discourse growing, numerous qualitative and quantitative approaches have been established but have often resulted in a siloing of methods. Despite methodological advances, research on language ideology and metalinguistic discourse often relies on either qualitative methods (e.g., ethnography, content analysis) or traditional corpus linguistic techniques (e.g., concordance, collocation), with limited overlap between these “camps,” a division which has hindered a comprehensive understanding of the field. The book makes the case for bridging this gap by exploring the overlap between different approaches, demonstrating the nuanced insights a mixed methods perspective can provide. Featuring a wide range of applications across domains such as education, policy, minorities, traditional and social media, popular culture, and literature, the volume highlights the potential of integrating diverse methods. An afterword by Tommaso Milani ties these strands together, offering a forward-looking view of the field and potential directions for further research.This book will appeal to students and scholars in applied linguistics, language and education, and sociolinguistics.
Towards a Distinctive and Inclusive Theology of Catholic Education Studies: Critical Reflections on the work of Professor John Sullivan
by Sean WhittleCasting a light on one of the leading British scholars working in the field of Catholic Education Studies, this edited volume scrutinises contemporary issues surrounding the scholarship of John Sullivan over the past three decades, demonstrating the field’s development under his scholarly influence.Giving voice to many internationally established and leading Catholic education scholars, chapters review and critically appraise the contribution of Sullivan’s work in key areas such as his call for a coherent philosophy of Catholic education; a broader, more inclusive Catholic culture; robust teacher formation; and a coherent understanding of Catholic higher education. The book also discusses the interplay between the pastoral and the prophetic – two complementary aspects that underpin much of Sullivan’s work.Ultimately posing questions for how Catholic educators can and should build on Sullivan’s foundational legacy, this book will appeal to scholars, researchers and postgraduate students in the fields of religious education, history of education and Catholic educational studies more broadly.
Islam, Nationalism, and 1000 Years of European Poetry: From The Song of Roland to The Highland Lute
by David AberbachIslam, Nationalism, and 1000 Years of European Poetry considers the long history of Islam and European poetry and its central importance in the development of European culture.David Aberbach offers a panoramic history of European poetry as it was affected by the centuries-long conflict between Islam and Christianity, from the early-medieval Old French chanson de geste, The Song of Roland, set against the Muslim invasion of France in the eighth century, to Fishta’s The Highland Lute, the early-twentieth-century Albanian epic of the struggle for independence from Ottoman rule, achieved in 1912. Aberbach surveys some of the outstanding poetry set against Islamic conquests and domination, particularly in Spain and the Balkans. The book includes detailed comparisons between medieval and modern Arabic and Hebrew poetry, closely linked in technique and subject matter, but moving apart after 1789. A result of constant religious warfare in Europe was disillusionment with religion, increasing focus on humanistic concerns, and the evolution of a secular State separate from religion.This captivating history of Islam and European poetry will be of great interest to any scholars of nationalism, Jewish and Islamic Studies, history, comparative literature, and cultural studies.
Sustainability Accounting and Accountability
by Helen Tregidga Matias LaineSustainability accounting and accountability is fundamental in the pursuit of low-carbon and less unsustainable societies. Highlighting that accounting, organisations and economic systems are intertwined with sustainability, this leading text discusses how sustainability accounting and accountability broaden the spectrum of information used in organisational decision-making and in evaluating organisational success. The authors show how sustainability accounting can prove to be transformative, but only if critical questions are sufficiently addressed.Drawing on the most recent research and topical practical insights, this fourth edition has been updated to reflect the contemporary developments in the area, especially topics relating to sustainability reporting and development in the financial markets. This book also highlights the role accounting plays in key sustainability issues through dedicated chapters on climate, water, biodiversity, human rights and economic inequality. Each chapter is supplemented with practical examples and academic reading lists to allow in-depth engagement.Sustainability Accounting and Accountability walks the reader through a spectrum of themes which are essential for all accountants and organisations. It helps the reader to understand why our traditional accounting techniques and systems are not sufficient for navigating the contemporary sustainability challenges our societies are facing. This key book will serve as an essential resource for undergraduate and postgraduate instructors and students, providing an entry point to sustainability accounting and accountability, and will also be a vital book for researchers.
Mechanics of Solids and Structures (Applied and Computational Mechanics)
by Roger T. Fenner J.N. Reddy Arun R. SrinivasaThe third edition of Mechanics of Solids and Structures makes use of computational methods such as the finite element method that has revolutionized the field to solve problems while retaining all the basic principles and foundational information needed for mastering advanced engineering mechanics principles and acquiring problem-solving skills. The authors have updated the text to include the integration of numerical approaches and MATLAB® computer programs into the body of the text for carrying out analysis of truss, beam, and frame structures. The third edition also offers an update to Chapters 1 through 4 as follows. All material related to determinate trusses and cables is moved to Chapter 1, as most students most likely were introduced to these topics in a course on statics. Thus, Chapter 1 of the current edition is a review of statics. The concepts of stress and strain and associated examples were moved from Chapter 1 to Chapter 2, with additional discussion of concepts and examples. Chapter 3 in the new edition deals with stress-strain relations with applications to determinate systems, including trusses and thin-walled pressure vessels. Indeterminate trusses and associated computer implementation have been moved from Chapter 4 of the second edition to Chapter 7 of the current edition. Other indeterminate systems from old Chapter 4 have been retained in new Chapter 4. The second major change is the updating of all the computational tools from FORTRAN to MATLAB and providing interactive tools (i.e., APPs) in Chapters 7, 10, and 12 of the new edition. All computational examples from Chapters 4 and 6 on trusses and beams of the second edition are consolidated into a new chapter, Chapter 7 with numerous examples and applications of newly included TRUSS2d, BEAM, and FRAME2d APPs. Chapter 7 also introduces finite element analysis of plane frames (a new topic). The authors have also added new examples and exercise problems throughout the book that allow students to practice and apply the concepts and formulas to solve problems.
Shaping the Future of Electric Machines
by Alexey MatveevShaping the Future of Electric Machines is aimed at anyone involved with electric machines, drives, their applications, and related systems. This includes specialists in companies involved in the development or implementation of equipment, as well as students, professors, inventors and philosophers of technology. The content of the book is easy to master and is written in simple language without the use of complex mathematics. Despite its accessibility, the book provides new knowledge and offers a fresh perspective on electromechanics. It enables readers to understand their role in the evolution of electric machines and provides tools for shaping the future. The book also includes numerous examples of innovative solutions in the field of electric machines and drives, which serve as illustrations of various technical problem-solving approaches. Enables readers to understand the evolution of electric machines and offers tools for future design and innovation; Introduces several new concepts that challenge traditional views; Includes examples and illustrations of various technical problem-solving approaches.
Lipoedema: Voices of Resilience
by Gilles LaurThis book provides new insight into advanced medical theories and treatments, such as cavitation ultrasound and unique liposuction methods. It offers several suggestions and insights into the holistic management of the condition intending to serve as a comprehensive reference on lipoedema. One of the book's key goals is to explain how to differentiate other illnesses from Lipoedema when showing symptoms of swollen legs. More than 25% of its population is affected, with women being the primary patients. In addition, many women experience emotional distress due to this disease's effects on the body, mainly including an abnormal buildup of fat in the legs. Doctors often need to be more well-trained to recognize this disease; therefore, it's necessary to highlight it and provide some guidelines and patient assistance. This book, Lipoedema, expands the knowledge base of medical professionals, biology and medical students, allied health practitioners, and the general public. It bridges the gap between clinical medicine and basic research, laying a strong foundation for future advancements in the treatment of this disease.
Ethnography of Religious Beliefs and Social Orders in Ethnic Areas
by Liming ZhangThis book presents a fascinating study of the religion of minority groups living in rural areas in Yunnan province in the early twenty-first century and how they use religious rituals to show their own nationality and spiritual culture. By exploring these minority groups, e.g., the Dai, Bulang, and De’ang, the book makes a major contribution to our understanding of the relationship between religion and social functions and of the ways in which globalization and modernity are experienced at the most personal level. It provides valuable insights into how minority people negotiate sacred /secular demands and requirements, how they experience a sense of satisfaction and comfort in Buddhist temples, and how that experience shapes their sense of identity, worldview, values, and relations with others. In closing, the book gives a voice to the experiences of Buddhists, who are one of the most important—and yet least visible—signs of religion freedom in China’s reform processes. It offers a unique guide for all readers, who are interesting in oriental studies, and an ideal reference book for Anthropology and Buddhism courses at colleges and universities.
Microbiology and Horror Cinema
by Larrie DudenhoefferThis book redefines the landscape of horror cinema by exploring the intersection of microbiology and film. Microbiology and Horror Cinema delves into the chilling world of pathogens—funguses, bacteria, parasites, and viruses—and their influence on the narrative and visual conventions of both classic and contemporary horror films. By examining movies like The Exorcist, Annabelle, The Wicker Man, The Skeleton Key, and Crawl, this monograph offers a fresh perspective on how these microscopic threats shape our understanding of fear and embodiment. The chapters investigate such critical themes as the representation of disease, the impact of infection on human and non-human bodies, and the cultural significance of these narratives in the context of global health crises. Readers will encounter thought-provoking analyses that challenge traditional interpretations of horror, inviting them to consider the invisible yet pervasive anxieties that these films evoke. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the evolving discourse on horror cinema and infectious disease, as it provides a unique epidemiological lens through which to view these unsettling stories. Scholars, students, and enthusiasts of film studies, cultural studies, medical humanities, and microbiology will find Microbiology and Horror Cinema an invaluable resource. It offers a compelling exploration of how horror films reflect and amplify our deepest fears about disease and contagion.
Mechanics of Deformable Solids: An Introduction
by Keith D. HjelmstadThis book provides a fresh approach to learning how solid bodies respond to loads, emphasizing clear derivations of the basic concepts from first principles. A consistent problem-solving framework fosters understanding by building and reinforcing the mathematical tools best suited to the task. Theoretical developments are augmented by an extensive set of MATLAB codes that not only show how to organize computations but also yield powerful tools for exploration and discovery. The book is aimed at engineering students at the sophomore level who have a background in calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations.
The Paradigm Shift from a Linear Economy to a Smart Circular Economy: The Role of Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Systems, Solutions and Legislations (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #586)
by Abdalmuttaleb M. A. Musleh Al-Sartawi Mansoor Alaali Arafat Salih AydinerThe concept of the circular economy has attracted the attention of scholars, researchers, professionals, and policymakers in recent years. The notion is characterised as an economy that intends to keep products, stocks, work in progress and materials at their highest utility and value continually, distinguishing between their technical and biological cycles. It is devised as a continuous positive development cycle that reserves and improves natural resources, optimizes outputs, and minimizes supply chain related risks by overseeing limited stocks and renewable flows of the stocks. Several legislations and policies are being developed to motivate and integrate SDGs and net zero-related approaches in companies, among which the circular economy (CE) is gaining momentum due to its documented impact on the elements of the SDGs and net zero.Efficient management of resources and utility via artificial intelligence is vital towards a smart circular economy by minimising waste/losses, pollution, and extraction of virgin resources. It is important to note that there is a difference between smart and traditional circular economies. This book focuses on the former and makes distinctions in terms of how technology systems and solutions can be effectively and efficiently implemented.This book &“The Paradigm Shift from a Linear Economy to a Smart Circular Economy: The Role of Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Systems, Solutions and Legislations&” discusses the transition from linear to smart circular economy by dissecting the role of artificial intelligence and other technologies such as big data, IoT and blockchain in such transformations. The book further aims to provide a platform for researchers, professionals, and students to closely investigate, discuss and examine the theories, philosophies, <span class="NormalT
Intelligent and Fuzzy Systems: Artificial Intelligence in Human-Centric, Resilient & Sustainable Industries, Proceedings of the INFUS 2025 Conference, Volume 1 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1528)
by Cengiz Kahraman Selcuk Cebi Sezi Cevik Onar Basar Oztaysi Irem Ucal Sari Cagrı Tolga Irem OtayArtificial Intelligence in Human-Centric, Resilient & Sustainable Industries This book focuses on benefiting artificial intelligent tools in our business and social life under emerging conditions. Human-centric, resilient, and sustainable industries are built on ideals like human-centricity, ecological advantages, or social benefits. The mission of human-centric artificial intelligence is to improve people&’s lives by offering solutions that boost productivity, accessibility to resources, security, well-being, and general quality of life. The latest intelligent methods and techniques on human-centric, resilient, and sustainable industries are introduced by theory and applications. This book covers the chapters of world-wide known experts on machine learning, medical image processing, process intelligence, process mining, and others. The intended readers are intelligent systems researchers, lecturers, M.Sc. and Ph.D. students trying to develop approaches giving human needs, values, and viewpoints top priority through artificial intelligent systems.
The German Federal Commissioner: An Institutionally Hybrid Office, its Holders, and their Recruitment (Interdisziplinäre Organisations- und Verwaltungsforschung)
by Daniel JochumScholars have described the delegation of power from politics to administration with the help of the principal-agent theory. This framework examines challenges in the constellation of a superior, i.e. principal, and their subordinate, i.e. agent. Recruitment is a major way in which political power can be delegated to the administration. However, it is unclear how constellations in which the agent is a hybrid between politics and administration are to be assessed. Germany is familiar with the hybrid institution of the German Federal Commissioner (GFC), uniting elements of both politics and administration. GFCs or &‘Bundesbeauftragte&’ are formally not part of ministerial hierarchy, nor of the cabinet. Also, their constitutional position is blurred because many of them hold simultaneous posts within in the legislative. For this hybrid institution, the delegation mechanisms are unclear, especially in recruitment. This contradicts the fact that GFCs are of high public interest; in its first official act, the new German Merz government abolished half of all GFCs. The present study attempts to get to the bottom GFC recruitment by applying them to the principal-agent framework.
Data Mining and Big Data: 9th International Conference, DMBD 2024, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, December 13–17, 2024, Proceedings, Part II (Communications in Computer and Information Science #2357)
by Ying Tan Yuhui ShiThis two-volume set, CCIS 2356 and CCIS 2357, constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Data Mining and Big Data, DMBD 2024, held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, in December 2024. The 46 full papers presented in these volumes were carefully reviewed and selected from 93 submissions. They are organized under the following topical sections: Part I : Machine Learning Methods; Data Mining Methods; Detection Methods. Part II : Clustering Methods; Knowledge Graph; UAV Applications; Large Languange Models and Applications; Multi-Criterion Models and Applications.
IoT and Digital Transformation: ICBT 2024, Volume 4 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1575)
by Allam Hamdan Bahaaeddin AlareeniThis book examines how smart devices, sensors, and interconnected data ecosystems are redefining business operations, enhancing customer experiences, and shaping new competitive strategies. In today&’s hyperconnected world, the Internet of Things (IoT) is more than a technology trend, it is a transformative force driving digital innovation across industries. Offering a comprehensive exploration of IoT&’s role in business transformation, this book illustrates how traditional models are evolving into agile, data-driven systems. Through diverse research methodologies and real-world case studies, it addresses the key opportunities and challenges presented by connected environments. It serves as a practical guide for business leaders, innovators, and policymakers aiming to harness IoT&’s full potential for operational excellence and sustainable growth. What You&’ll Discover: · How IoT is enabling new forms of business model innovation · Strategies for integrating IoT into digital transformation initiatives · Policy and managerial insights for connected industries <span lang="DE" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bid
No Ordinary Love
by J.J. MurrayNurse Trina Woods never really expected to make the reality-show cut for Rich Man, Lucky Lady. She's used to losing in love, and past believing in fairy tales. So she's sure the handsome plain-talking man she encounters on her lunch break is just a shy eccentric…Until he turns out to be reclusive award-winning musician “Art E.” Soon his unique sensitivity and gentle ways are inspiring her to stand up for herself, take risks, and try one last time for her happy ending. Tony Santangelo's special way of seeing the world helps him make connections others don't—and turn them into mega-hit songs. But he never realized how lonely he was until he got a glimpse of Trina's honesty and caring nature—and went way out of his comfort zone to find her. Suddenly they’re the media's hottest new Cinderella story. And coping with his overprotective brother and overwhelming celebrity means he and Trina must face trouble head on, insist on their dreams, and write their own one-of-a-kind forever-after song…
She's Gone Bridal!: A 9-Step Program for Dealing with Your Bride from Hell
by Liz RazinDon't Lose Your Head on Her Big Day! Welcome to the Bridal Zone, an alternate universe where logic and reason cease to exist, and wedding madness rules. So what's a girl to do when her BFF turns into a BFH (Bride from Hell) and is determined to take everyone down with her?In this lifesaving book your very own PBT--Personal Bridal Therapist--will guide you through the nine stages of life with the bride-to-be. 1. Denial: Is she really marrying him?2. Diagnosis: Early detection of "bridezilla" behavior3. Masquerading: Playing the part of "good" friend 4. Anger: Managing meltdowns without having to say you're sorry5. Transference: Reap the benefits of the bride without all the fuss! 6. Fixation: Stop obsessing over her wedding! 7. Family Therapy: There really is someone worse than your relatives8. Catharsis: How to create wedding well-being on the big day9. Withdrawal: What to do when the invitations stop coming"A must-read for any BFF, friend or family member likely to be pulled into the bridal tornado." --Leslie Milk, author of It's Her Wedding But I'll Cry If I Want To"Wise and compassionate advice. . .will make you laugh through your tears. . ." --Anne Goldfield, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist Liz Razin knows all too well the plight of the bridal attendant, having been a bridesmaid eight times and a maid of honor four. Inspired by the trauma of bridesmaiddom, she used the psychology skills she honed at Tufts University to write She's Gone Bridal! Liz's work has appeared in The Boston Phoenix, Stuff@Night magazine, and the Associated Press. Currently, she is a partner at a New York advertising agency and lives dangerously close to Bloomingdale's. . .where she gets many of her bridesmaid dresses.
Don't Blame the Devil (Deacon Thurgood Pillar Ser. #2)
by Pat G'Orge-WalkerHang on to your seat as Pat G'Orge-Walker spins a side-splitting novel of sin and salvation, heartache and love. . .Appearances mean everything to Delilah Dupree Jewel. So after hearing of her daughter-in-law's sudden death, Delilah decides that coming to the rescue of her long-estranged son, Jessie, and her granddaughter, Tamara, would be a good look. . .though Lord knows she'll have to dig hard to find her maternal instincts. But Delilah quickly discovers Jessie wants nothing to do with her. And Tamara, who's following in Delilah's musical footsteps, isn't interested in her career advice, especially since Delilah got ahead using the singing couch. And Delilah's old flame, Deacon Pillar, an ex-convict who's traded in his gangster ways for a Bible, is stirring up a past that's sure to shock... "Hilarious faith-based romp. . .Walker shines a little light on a wacky family reunion with her usual inspirational, knee-slapping style." --Publishers Weekly "A comic novel about mistakes and second chances." --Library Journal