Casual sex is all I need.Relationships? Well, my dark past crushed that fairytale fantasy for me. Instead, I’m all into my PI firm. After a snail’s pace start, I have my first big client. There’s just one snag, I have to do research in my hometown, a place I never wanted to see again in my life.Tough, sexy, and strong, Nyx Phoenix is always in control, until she must return to Savanna, Georgia to investigate a case. Flashbacks from the darkest moments of her life, terrorizes her. Still, she goes. No point rehashing the past when the future is calling. But a chance meeting at the Savannah airport, challenges the safe-haven life she’s created for herself.Can Nyx prevent her past from dictating her future? Is there any man who can unlock the secrets of her heart?

    Where do I even start....Sometimes I feel like I'm dreaming because this absolutely couldn't be true.After Luke broke my heart and left six years ago, I never thought I'd give him another chance. Let alone get drunk and marry him on a whim.But then, when reality set in and my new husband presented me with an option, it became hard for me to say no.Luke has promised to do me a big favor if I pretend to be his girlfriend and make his ex-fianc�e jealous.That shouldn't be hard. Right?What is hard is ignoring the very real attraction between us.This may have seemed like the perfect plan, but when the truth comes out, everything might come crumbling down around us.LukeWhat could be worse than waking up married in Vegas with no memory of it? Being married to my little sister's best friend...Gabi has always been off-limits.It's why I ran after the kiss we shared years ago.But when we're brought back together in Vegas for my little sister's (and her best friend's) pre-wedding parties...I wake up hitched to the woman I've been trying to forget for years.My sister is going to kill us if she finds out, but it does afford me an opportunity I never thought I'd have.To get revenge on my ex by playing up my "relationship" with Gabi.Only our act becomes all too real.And secrets are hard to keep.In the end, when the celebration ends and the dust settles, it's time to finally go after what's mine.Author's Note: Get ready for a fun, emotional and steamy billionaire romance with a happily ever after and no cheating! Each book in this series is a standalone and can be read in any order.

    Murder in a small town. A killer is on the loose, and the coven fears it might be one of their own.The Grimes sisters aren’t normal — even by witches’ standards. For weeks, Fiona has been having chilling visions of death, and Eleanor sees restless spirits nearly everywhere she goes. It doesn’t help that Mountain Shadow is a strange place to begin with, where rumors of curses fly as fast as salt-water taffy on a warm summer day.When a string of gruesome murders rocks the small town, Fiona and the rest of her coven begin to worry that a fellow witch may be the killer. Even worse? A witch hunter has just moved in next door, and he suspects the coven.When it seems that Eleanor might be the next victim, it will take an unlikely alliance and all the witches’ combined powers to stop the killer before it’s too late.Aether Witch is Charmed meets Gilmore Girls. If you love a dark supernatural mystery with witty banter and unforgettable small-town characters, this book is for you!

    . . a lively, engaging masterpiece."--Erik Brynjolfsson, bestselling co-author of The Second Machine AgeMIT professor Sinan Aral isn't only one of the world's leading experts on social media--he's also an entrepreneur and investor, giving him an unparalleled 360-degree view of the technology's great promise as well as its outsize capacity to damage our politics, our economy, and even our personal health.Drawing on two decades of his own research and business experience, Aral goes under the hood of the biggest, most powerful social networks to tackle the critical question of just how much social media actually shapes our choices, for better or worse. Aral shows how the tech behind social media offers the same set of behavior-influencing levers to both Russian hackers and brand marketers--to everyone who hopes to change the way we think and act--which is why its consequences affect everything from elections to business, dating to health. Along the way, he covers a wide array of topics, including how network effects fuel Twitter's and Facebook's massive growth to the neuroscience of how social media affects our brains, the real consequences of fake news, the power of social ratings, and the impact of social media on our kids.In mapping out strategies for being more thoughtful consumers of social media, The Hype Machine offers the definitive guide to understanding and harnessing for good the technology that has redefined our world overnight.

    Yet studies have shown that 65% of churches in America are either declining or plateauing in attendance. Many of those who tell you they attend church aren't actually showing up.Many today are actively searching for a church experience, but they are doing their search digitally. Long before they set foot in your building, they've "experienced" your digital presence online. Most churches see social media as a means of getting people to attend programs and services, for getting "butts in the seats." But Nona Jones, who facilitates Facebook's relationships with faith-based non-profits, believes there is far more untapped potential for churches to utilize social media, transforming it into social ministry. Social media focuses on driving people to a building for one to two hours of interaction each week. Social ministry focuses on helping people mature in Christ the other 168 hours of the week. And while social media is about marketing and attracting people to your church, social ministry is about life-long discipleship in a digital age.

    Today, it’s the world’s fastest-growing tech behemoth worth over $100 billion.Written by China internet specialist and internationally recognized speaker Matthew Brennan and edited by TechCrunch journalist Rita Liao. Attention Factory is packed with over 300 pages of original analysis and exclusive reporting that you cannot find elsewhere.The rise and fall of Vine and Musical.lyThe company’s iconic founder, Zhang YimingThe original China version of TikTok—DouyinByteDance’s first flagship app, ToutiaoThe power of short video memesAnd so much more...Discover how recommendation engines, content operations, and good old China-style growth hacking hold the key to this company’s success.A creative blend of storytelling and analysis, Attention Factory is perfect for business professionals, technology firm investors, and anyone passionate about how the internet is impacting our lives.

    

    With her celebrity dog and gorgeous fiancé, she is planning the ultimate virtual wedding—expensive, elaborate, and entirely paid for by sponsors. But off-camera, her world is far from picture perfect. After being jilted by her fiancé and faking her nuptials to please her sponsors, Mia finally has had enough. She heaves her phone off a cliff, ready to live—and maybe find love—offline for a change.Mia’s sudden absence doesn’t go unnoticed, especially by techie loner Paige Miller, who hacks Mia’s account and begins impersonating the internet celebrity. Paige has her reasons. Her half sister, Jessica, idolizes Mia and desperately needs something to believe in. If taking over Mia’s online persona is Paige’s only means of connecting to her sister, so be it.Creating a like-worthy life is more fun than Paige expected. But when she grows too bold and is caught in the act, a fiasco ensues that could forever change Mia, Paige, and the people who love them. Because somewhere amid the chaos is an invaluable lesson—one that only real life can teach.

    In today‘s online economy it has become a commodity to be bought and sold. Bombarding us with free smartphone apps and news websites, developers and advertisers have turned what and how focus our attention into the world‘s fastest growing industry.In exchange for our attention, information and entertainment is ever at our fingertips. But at what cost? In this essay, at once personal and polemical, meditative and militant, Julia Bell asks what has been lost in this trade off. How can we reclaim our attention? In a world of infinite distraction, how can attention become radical?

    The only problem is, he doesn't want any of it. And the endless distractions of digitized society give him no head space to figure out what he does want.So, Dan unplugs. He abandons all things digital technology, effectively retreating from society to live an analog lifestyle geared at perfecting the art of avoidance. When a case of mistaken identity launches Dan into a series of bizarro relationships and absurd events, it represents an unexpected path to reconnect him with a world he never knew existed.Dark, offbeat and laugh-out-loud funny, Unplugged is a coming of middle-age story about finding authentic connections and meaning in today's hyper-digitized society.

    Have amazing adventures. Capture stunning photos.Have you ever wanted to eat breakfast with a giraffe in Kenya? Or watch the sun rise from a Jacuzzi in the Philippines? Or ride a Vespa along the Amalfi Coast? Dream no more! Turn your fantasies into Instagram-worthy photos with help from Aggie Lal (@Aggie), one of the pre-eminent Instagram travel influencers.Pack your bags and grab your passport as Aggie takes you on a journey to her favorite places in the world. She'll share the best times to travel, what to do for fun in each locale, and, of course, how to recreate some of her beautiful photos. You'll also learn what you need to take with you, how to navigate cultural differences, and how to make the most of each experience.InstaStyle showed you how to create an amazing Instagram feed. Now InstaTravel can help you fill your feed with amazing photos that look just like those featured on @Aggie. Enjoy this trip to potential Instagram fame--with Aggie Lal as your tour guide.

    What started as an intimate family project, their Instagram page @drawings_for_my_grandchildren has attracted a large following and their story has been featured in major press around the world. This book inspired by their Instagram page features Chan's watercolors accompanied by Marina's texts. Whether it's to celebrate Astro becoming a big brother to Lua or to share the story of how the grandparents met for the first time and fell in love during their college years, Looking Back Life was Beautiful echoes with the kind of family love that spans generations and traverses geography.A testament to the great wisdom only grandparents can provide to younger generations, Looking Back Life Was Beautiful will inspire families to always stay close and connected.

    I don’t lose. I don’t love. And I never saw her coming. Nothing could have prepared me for Haelee Pearson speeding into my life, and I certainly wasn’t ready for her to knock me back to reality. My life has been in a constant state of traction, until she glanced my way. She hates me. I want her. And like I said, I never lose.She’s tougher than any race I’ve ever driven. Claiming her would mean leaving my arrogance at the door, and handing my heart over on a silver platter. And I’m just not sure I can do it. Or can I?

    He loves petting dogs so much, he asked his mom if he could make a website showcasing all of the dogs he's pet. That website eventually became the Twitter account "I've Pet That Dog," and since April 2018, Gideon has amassed over 300,000 fans of his heartwarming and delightful tweets. In a world filled with strife and sarcasm, Gideon's account brings a bit of sunshine into so many lives. Even celebrities like Lin Manuel Miranda and Kirstie Alley are fans of Gideon's sweet and wholesome content. With each tweet, Gideon presents a photo of himself with a dog he has met and a few lines about the dog's story. He has now pet and profiled over 1,000 dogs!Pet That Dog! A Handbook for Making Four-Legged Friends is an illustrated guide by Gideon and his mom. The handbook includes a guide to meeting, petting, and caring for dogs, facts about dogs, quizzes, and more. The interactive format is perfect for dog lovers — as well as kids who are curious about dogs, but may be nervous around them. The "How to Pet a Dog" section is full of helpful do's and don'ts.The bond between kids and dogs is timeless — and with a social media platform like "I've Pet That Dog" attached, this handbook is both evergreen and solidly of the moment.

    The proliferation of digital technologies, a rising middle-class, and the quest for sustained economic growth have put entrepreneurship on the map for talent, governments, universities, and corporations everywhere. Along with the widely-recognized opportunity presented by entrepreneurship has come a realization that the success of today's startups is determined to a large degree by the complex global and uniquely local environments in which they operate. It is the nature of these external factors--and more importantly, the quality of their linkages with each other--that explains why some places are consistently able to produce high-impact entrepreneurship while many other places are not.No one tells this story better than acclaimed author and investor Brad Feld and Ian Hathaway, an entrepreneurship expert and startup advisor. The Startup Community Way: Evolving an Entrepreneurial Ecosystem--the much-anticipated sequel to Feld's bestselling book Startup Communities: Building an Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in Your City--explores what makes startup communities thrive and how to improve collaboration in rapidly-changing environments.The Startup Community Way is a governing philosophy for startup communities, rooted in the theory of complex systems and the practice of community-building in many contexts. This book establishes a robust framework and shares lessons from around the globe that illustrate how to create a flourishing startup ecosystem anywhere. Each of the crucial aspects of community-building, such as the organizing principles of community, the attributes of leadership, the goals and values of a startup community, the application of systems thinking, and methods for changing behavior and mindset are discussed in detail. Advancing the practice of building startup communities, this book:Offers practical, real-world advice for entrepreneurs, community builders, and other stakeholders who want to harness the power of startups in their city Advances a new framework for effective startup community building grounded in complex adaptive systems and systems thinking Discusses the role of key institutions--such as governments, corporations, and universities--in supporting startup communities Explores the value of key stakeholders and why leaders are crucial for bringing communities together Includes contributions from leading entrepreneurial voices in the field The Startup Community Way is a must-have resource for entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, C-suite executives, business and community leaders, and anyone wishing to understand how startup communities work anywhere in the world.

    Here we don't hide in the shadows. I am vengeance wrapped in a pretty package, but you can call me Sin, everyone else does. I’m a weapon and as such I live for one thing only, to bring death where I’m aimed. That is until the night she walks into the moonlight. Raven Blackthorne taunts me with her beauty and innocence. She doesn’t belong in my world, even if it is her father who’s trapped me here. I’m not good for her, but maybe I’m exactly who she needs to help her escape it. Unless I break her first.

    LGBTQIA Studies. Art. In this first volume of REMEMBER THE INTERNET, a series that tells a complete history of the Internet, one book at a time, journalist Ana Valens introduces us to the erotic gifs, hashtag fetish fan art, and sex worker resource blogs that combined to transform Tumblr into the vanguard of a user-generated sexual revolution. As she tells the story of her own online sexual and political awakening, Valens investigates how Tumblr's technical architecture made it a convenient laboratory for social justice and sexual freedom, one that would ultimately clash with the government's crackdown on sexuality online.

    And I’ve been looking for my killer ever since.I didn’t expect to survive death, but here I am and I’ve got questions—lots of them. Questions that lead me to a world I never knew existed in the shadows of the mundane. When I come face to face with a vampire who seems to have the answers I’m looking for, I find myself trapped in a game where I’m the pawn.Someone is hunting me. No one is safe until I’m caught, but I refuse to be the prey. When the hunter becomes the hunted, they’ll learn I’m not as naïve as they think. That is, until the mastermind is revealed and nothing is ever the same again.Will I be able to reclaim my old life? Or is the game just getting started …

    'The medium of podcasting and the personal nature of it, the relationship you build with your listeners and the relationship they have with you - they could be just sitting there, chuckling and listening... there's nothing like that' - Marc Maron Podcasting is the expressional medium with therapeutic value we've been missing in our lives for decades. Luckily, popularity has been growing exponentially over the last few years - did you know the number of Americans who are weekly podcast listeners over the last 7 years has tripled? Let alone a 24% increase in the UK from 2018-2019.Although there's never been a better time to get into podcasting, with all the contradicting and often false information scattered all over the internet, it's no wonder why so many people often struggle to find a starting point when there's so many conflicting views on what the best quality equipment is, what launch strategy should be used, and even editing. In fact, it can even create the illusion that starting a podcast is a daunting and time-consuming process.You might be reluctant to commit to something you lack both knowledge and experience in or you're worried that when you do make that leap there'll be no one on the other side listening? Maybe you're skeptical of whether you'll be able to get guests on as a newbie with no name to yourself.In Podcasting Made Simple you will discover:The X factor that leaves listeners craving their next fix of your content The secret to creating an immersive parasocial relationship with your audience Why trying to monetize incorrectly can actually ruin your chances of turning your hobby to an income Why many podcasters' advertisement and promotion actually repels potential listeners How to create a loveable personal brand through emotional familiarity The simple, straight forward guide to recording and editing (equipment recommendations included). 5 simple tricks to make postproduction a breeze How to choose and execute the launch strategy that's right for you Why over half of podcasts are given up on by 6 months down the line How to format the perfect email that will get sponsors running your way, even if you have a low listenership Unique ways to start attracting guests, and become an authoritative figure The pre-guest ritual that guarantees a free-flowing interview The single most important voice technique that you can use to differentiate your show from competitors This digestible guide is made for people who have no experience, so yes, this will work for you even if you've never spoken into a microphone. Even if you're not a technology guru, and have no presence on social media. Even if you have an extremely busy schedule and a low budget. Even if you think your content ideas are absolutely absurd and no one will listen. Even if there are thousands of podcasts similar to yours already published, and you have no marketing experience.If you're ready to start your podcasting journey, then scroll up and click the 'Add to Cart' button now!

    I…I’m a virgin and I want my first time to be with you.”But the moment I tell him my secret and our lips touch I realize…it’s not my best friend I’ve just come on to.It’s his grumpy older brother who just happens to be my new boss.*-*From author's newsletter:"With everything going on in the world I wanted to give my readers a FREE, never before published novella! I can't wait for you to read it! This is a small-town, slow-burn romance with a lot of tension, some laughs, of course, a sweety happily ever after. If you guys LOVE it I just might release two more books in the series!"

    To say that mobile technologies, social media, and increased connectivity arehaving a significant impact on human rights practice would be an understatement. Modern technology - and the enhanced access it provides to information about abuse - has the potential to revolutionise human rights reporting and documentation, as well as the pursuit of legal accountability.However, these new methods for information gathering and dissemination have also created significant challenges for investigators and researchers. For example, videos and photographs depicting alleged human rights violations or war crimes are often captured on the mobile phones of victims orpolitical sympathisers. The capture and dissemination of content often happens haphazardly, and for a variety of motivations, including raising awareness of the plight of those who have been most affected, or for advocacy purposes with the goal of mobilising international public opinion. For thiscontent to be of use to investigators it must be discovered, verified, and authenticated. Discovery, verification, and authentication have, therefore, become critical skills for human rights organisations and human rights lawyers.This book is the first to cover the history, ethics, methods, and best-practice associated with open source research. It is intended to equip the next generation of lawyers, journalists, sociologists, data scientists, other human rights activists, and researchers with the cutting-edge skills neededto work in an increasingly digitized, and information-saturated environment.

    Vicarious Vacations-an organization that manufactures fake vacations to increase one's social media influence-promises Paige that their services can guarantee her ascension to social media royalty. True to their word, Vicarious Vacations elevates Paige's online presence, but now that she's amassed a respectable following, what will she pay to regain her privacy?

    Addressing the crisis of loneliness from a fresh perspective, this book introduces belonging as an overlooked but critical aspect of a flourishing Christian life.Eric Jacobsen shows how three pieces of glass--the car windshield, TV, and smartphone--are emblematic of significant societal shifts that have created a cultural habit of physical isolation. We feel increasingly disconnected from the people and places around us. Jacobsen explains how adopting everyday practices and making changes in our neighborhoods can help us create a sense of belonging and rediscover what belonging in a place looks like. In order to effectively solve the problem of loneliness, we need to recover patterns and practices of community life that encourage us to form meaningful connections with people and stories that are part of the places where we live, work, and worship. To this end, Jacobsen offers four redemptive strategies for living a more intentional and spiritual life.

    

    With a country consumed by regressive forces, virtual platforms would telegraph the growing gulf between a divided citizenry. With a mercurial president using the Twitter megaphone to divide, progressive voices soon discovered that social media and social responsibility needed to be braided. For one Black American, bearing witness to the dual contagion of COVID and racism, he soon discovered the sickness long plaguing America could at least be combatted one tweet at a time. Tweeting Truth to Power is his dynamic chronicle of living day to day through a defining era. A Top 20 Finalist on NBC's Last Comic Standing, comedian Cyrus McQueen embodies the spirit of "The Resistance," an emboldened community that takes to the Twitter platform to unite rather than to divide. McQueen shares the personal and political journey he began in 2016, when he put aside the microphone to get serious about inequality. Exploring his own painful story alongside the nation's past and present, McQueen offers a rich, nuanced look into America's racial legacy. His insightful, layered analysis offers a unique context to current events and the movements they have ignited. Be it #BlackLivesMatter, #MeToo, or #TakeAKnee, Tweeting Truth to Power is a remarkable, real-time account of enduring an unprecedented time, with his expansive account of our caustic politics and history evolving into a thorough examination of what it means to be a Black American in the 21st Century.According to McQueen, the Trump presidency seemingly overnight ripped apart the incisive work of his predecessor and centuries of resistance, exposing the racial wounds of a country once on the mend. Today, as ghosts from America's unresolved past haunt our present, McQueen asks us: how far have we really come as a nation?

    From crying so much, the forest got flooded and this forces her to climb to the top of a tree. There she meets a koala bear and discovers true friendship. A very different friendship from the one that exists between the squirrel and her digital friends.INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL WORLD COLLECTIONThe digital world has many advantages, but also its negative side. This collection can help start a conversation with the little ones so they can enjoy the digital world while avoiding its dangers. Topics covered: bullying, viral challenges, mobile phone addiction, social networks addiction...TITLES AVAILABLE- The Squirrel Who Was Lucky Enough to Lose Her Mobile Phone (Addiction to Social Networks)- The Bear Who Got a Sweet Tooth the Day He Looked up From His Phone (Addiction to Mobile Phone)- The Deer Who Launched a Viral Challenge and Ended up Becoming a Rapper (Viral Challenges)- The Snail Who Was Saved From Bullying by Martians (Bullying)- The Gamer Bunny Who Went Blind and Ended up Having an Enviable Vision (Video Gaming Addiction)

    Community building must be “hacked.” In Hacking Communities, Laís de Oliveira examines how we can renew our shared sense of belonging. Drawing on her own personal struggle with loneliness, as well as academic research and her professional experience in building communities with nonprofits, startups, and public organizations, she provides frameworks and methodologies to build stronger and more diverse communities. Hacking Communities aims to empower anyone to start and grow a community, making the case that everyone is a potential community builder.

    But when he tries to record himself, he soon learns that plans can go embarrass-ingly awry

    As far as anyone else knows, life is great. But when she inherits an African gray parrot from her great-uncle Bernie (whom she barely remembers), Ava's carefully crafted world starts to crumble. The parrot, Mervin, is loud and messy and obnoxious. Ava's brother thinks it's hilarious to post videos of Ava trying to deal with the crazy bird. He even creates a profile for the two of them. Everyone wants to see more of Ava and Mervin. Suddenly, Ava is internet famous--in the worst possible way. Her friends think the parrot is gross and start acting weird. But then a new girl at school helps Ava see that this parrot might not be the worst gift in the world and that just being yourself is the best way to be.

    But what about our right to share our kids' lives? In today's age of "sharenting", striking the right balance between engaging in online communities and respecting a child's privacy and safety can be difficult. In Growing Up Shared, Stacey Steinberg, law professor, mother, and expert on the intersection of social media and parenting, shares her insights. From her years of research, Steinberg outlines what parents should and should not feel comfortable sharing, while providing suggestions and ideas for a wide range of approaches, including: How we can benefit from sharing, and how screens can connect usThe dangers of oversharingHow to model behavior onlineThe difference in how parents and kids view online sharingThe importance of educating kids about technologyEngaging, approachable, and with concrete takeaways for today's parents, Growing Up Shared investigates the benefits and risks of sharing our kids' lives on social media, and will help any parent decide on the right path for their family to follow in the online world.

    We even included a few behind the scenes stories from over the years (some of which we promised never to tell!).About the Authors:'The best day’s training I’ve ever had''Inspirational''The kick up the backside my business needed''Hire these guys for your social media training. You’ll be glad you did'For the last 10 years, businesses all over the UK have been enjoying transformative results after attending the 'Embrace The Space' social media masterclass delivered by Gary Ennis and Colin Kelly. Now, for the first time, all the learning and entertainment that makes the day so popular is available in this book.Gary is a qualified trainer, with over 25 years experience in digital marketing. He is the founder of NSDesign Ltd - an award winning digital consultancy, working with organisations to improve their digital skills and capabilities. He regularly makes television and radio appearances as a digital media expert, and speaks at conferences across the UK on related topics.Colin is a former journalist and broadcaster who now runs the communications training company Comsteria Limited which provides smartphone video and podcast production training, media relations training and crisis PR advice.Gary and Colin have a natural rapport and an extensive knowledge of social media as it applies to small and medium business use. ‘Embrace The Space’ isn’t just about understanding Facebook or Twitter, it’s about an attitude; understanding what makes you special, understanding your customers and having fun.Written during summer 2020 this is a fresh, inspirational look at what it takes to succeed with social media in a post lockdown world.

    Raised in rural Iowa, a typical day of chores involved cleaning stalls, hauling grain, and even castrating hogs. While this may sound like a far cry from a life in politics, growing up on a farm was Joni’s initiation into American values. Joni developed grit and farm-bred tenacity, attributes that served her well both as a Lieutenant Colonel in the military and as an underdog candidate in the US senate. Today, Joni challenges leaders who aren’t willing to shrug off their neatly pressed suits and get dirty—literally or figuratively.In this inspiring memoir, Joni recounts her struggle as a woman in a boys’ club—both in the military and the senate—and how she has risen above to become a successful politician and role model. Senator Ernst is well known and respected for her willingness to hold Washington accountable and her demand for bipartisanship in a time of fierce tribalism. Daughter of the Heartland tells her incredible story in four parts, defined by the values she’s learned along the way—leadership, service, courage, and gratitude.Written in an honest and compelling voice, Daughter of the Heartland is Joni’s inspirational story of finding her power as a champion for Iowa, a defender of our armed forces, and a voice for women.

    She studied in Kenya, Canada and the United Kingdom, including at the University College of Falmouth, Falmouth, Cornwall (2007 to 2010), where she was awarded a Bachelor of Arts Degree (Honours) in Broadcasting in 2010. She also went to study at the Emily Carr University of Art and Design in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, as an international exchange program student.The essays Neema wrote are about society's issues, including safety and security concerns with online information sharing. We live in a period of time where discussions about social media safety and security are tied to the entertainment industry, the technology industry, and individual needs to socialize and network. On one hand, this is marvellous; on the other, it can have negative emotional impacts on vulnerable people.Neema's essays share valuable information. She was a great thinker and writer at very young age. In her short life, she lived thoughtfully and intelligently and made an incredibly personal contribution to the ongoing discussion about the impacts of social media. In her work, she touches on the fundamental challenges of security and explores how society struggles under the tremendous costs caused by insecure information sharing.This book is a vehicle, an eye-opening tool to stimulate discussion about issues with social media that are as prevalent today as they were when Neema wrote the essays. Bertha (Neema's mother) hopes that the whole world will read Neema's work and treasure it, because Neema had an interesting perspective. Her work will make you think about social media differently.In this book, Bertha positions herself as one of the audience as she reads and studies Neema's academic papers. She encourages other people to become Neema's audience too. This book will inspire you to stay objective in the world of social media. Remember, the media is our primary source of information and it is the main way we acquire knowledge, which is empowering. But it is also full of danger, just like the physical world.

    But the impact these issues have on our daily lives is often underplayed or misunderstood.In this book, Paul Bernal analyses how the internet became what it is today, exploring how the current manifestation of the internet works for people, for companies and even for governments, with reference to the new privacy battlefields of location and health data, the internet of things and the increasingly contentious issue of personal data and political manipulation. The author then proposes what we should do about the problems surrounding internet privacy, such as significant changes in government policy, a reversal of the current ‘war’ on encryption, being brave enough to take on the internet giants, and challenging the idea that ‘real names’ would improve the discourse on social networks.ABOUT THE SERIES: The ‘What Do We Know and What Should We Do About...?' series offers readers short, up-to-date overviews of key issues often misrepresented, simplified or misunderstood in modern society and the media. Each book is written by a leading social scientist with an established reputation in the relevant subject area. The Series Editor is Professor Chris Grey, Royal Holloway, University of London

    More and more marketers are reaching out to people who consider themselves "influencers"--those people who have a big (and, more importantly, loyal) audience ready to hear what they have to say about anything. This includes not only celebrities and social media stars, but any channel that has the power to facilitate the desired behavior from the intended audience.But while "Influencer Marketing" is one of the biggest buzz terms of the decade, it couldn't be more misunderstood. Written by an accomplished entrepreneur, professor, and award-winning YouTube star, The Influencer Code breaks down the biggest myths that brands are getting wrong and shows you how to get it right by defining and showcasing what true influencer marketing is...and how to leverage it to achieve your business goals through a simple yet powerful 3-step code.The future of marketing lies with authentic partnerships between brands and influencers. In The Influencer Code , Russell simplifies the complex world of influencer marketing, covering how to research, evaluate, and employ the right influencers for their markets, and how to legally and strategically integrate them into marketing campaigns that achieve specific goals. The Influencer Code is the most valuable and trusted go-to resource for all things influencer marketing--a true guidebook to the future of marketing success.

    All of the essays were either winners or runners-up from The New York Times Learning Network 2014–2019 Student Editorial contests, in which students could take on any issue they liked and, in 450 words or fewer, persuade readers—including educators from around the country as well as Times judges—to adopt their point of view. The essays have been selected for their voice, style, and use of evidence, as well as to present snapshot of issues across a dozen categories that are of particular interest to adolescents.Student Voice is also available as a package with Raising Student Voice: 35 Ways to Help Students Write Better Argument Essays, from The New York Times Learning Network, a teacher's companion guide packed with practical advice from teachers, Times editors, and even student winners about how to use these essays in writing instruction.