Cody Simpson: Welcome to Paradise: My Journey


Cody R. Simpson - 2013
    Follow Cody as he goes from singing cover songs in his bedroom to opening sold-out concerts for Justin Bieber. With never-before-seen photos, behind-the-scenes interviews, and exclusive information, this book is perfect for pop music fans and for Cody's Angels.

Women Who Tri: A Reluctant Athlete's Journey Into the Heart of America's Newest Obsession


Alicia DiFabio - 2017
    It was to her utter surprise that this middle-aged, out-of-shape mother found herself on the starting line of a triathlon.In Women Who Tri, DiFabio explores the triathlon phenomenon that has gripped her town and swept the nation.Her memoir is both inspiring and informative as it explores the popularity, psychology, subculture, and transformative power of triathlons among -ordinary- women. Set in a small New Jersey town that now hosts America's largest women-only triathlon club, Women Who Tri weaves together the insights of a psychologist, the research of a journalist, and the deep insecurities of a daunted newbie.DiFabio shares her journey from nervous newcomer to triathlon finisher as she investigates one of the world's most challenging and inspiring sports. She profiles women who have overcome challenges to become athletes and tri for themselves and to help others. Women Who Tri will entertain, enlighten, and inspire any triathlon enthusiast, from tri-addicts to the tri-curious.

The Lake and 17 Other Stories


David McAfee - 2010
    and Saying Goodbye to the Sun. THE LAKE THE SPIDER AND THE FLY EXHIBIT A Plus 14 Horror Microstories! BONUS STORY: One last Dinner Party, by David Dalglish, author of the Half Orc series.

The Nightingale: by Kristin Hannah -- Sidekick


Katherine R. Miller - 2015
     Warning: This is an independent companion to The Nightingale, meant to enhance your experience of the novel. If you have not yet bought Kristin Hannah’s novel, make sure to purchase it before buying this unofficial Sidekick. The Nazis are sweeping through Europe, and all the talk in France is of war. For Vianne and Isabelle Mauriac, two sisters separated by ten years and a hundred miles, the coming years will bring trials—and opportunities—they’ve never before dreamt of. “In love we find out who we want to be,” our narrator tells us as the book opens. “In war we find out who we are.” Kristin Hannah has written over twenty novels, among them her award-winning debut, A Handful of Heaven. The Nightingale, her first novel to be set during World War II, is already bringing in praises from longtime fans as well as new readers. With this Sidekick, you’ll: • Delve deep into the hidden motives and psyches of the characters you’ve come to know and love • Learn what you might have missed on your first read of Hannah’s novel • Uncover some of the novel’s hidden gems and underlying themes • Explore possible alternate endings and imagine ideas for a sequel • Get a chance to discuss The Nightingale with other savvy readers on our Goodreads forum Sidekicks are entertaining and insightful reading companions, filled with delightful commentary and thought-provoking questions. What are readers saying about Katherine R. Miller's Sidekicks? "Enlightened me," "answered my questions," "blew me out of the water," "packed with useful insights," "showed me things I'd missed entirely," "reminds me of a book club conversation." Designed to be read side by side with the novels they complement, they’ll give you even more reasons to love some of today’s best books.

Stick It Up Your Punter!: The Uncut Story of the Sun Newspaper


Peter Chippindale - 1990
    The classic account of modern British journalism, now updated and re-issued.

Centauri Dawn


Michael Ely - 2000
     Hope turns to ashes when, on final approach to the new world, a mysterious malfunction damages the ship, triggering a crisis that results in the death of the captain and a rash of infighting over the ship's undamaged colony pods. The "Unity" breaks apart in space and seven colonial factions are scattered across the surface of the planet. As the "Unity" surviviors struggle to rebuild human civilization on this strange and mysterious alien world, old tensions resurface and one man sets in motion forces that may destroy any dream of a lasting peace.

Set Me Free: The Story of How Shakespeare Saved A Life


Salvatore Striano - 2016
    He never went to school, and instead grew up with street violence and bloodshed, becoming the leader of a gang of boys who became Camorristi by the age of fourteen. At the age of thirty, he was in prison, his life all but mapped out.That’s when Shakespeare steps in. At Sasà’s most hopeless point, he is persuaded to join the prison’s drama troupe. In Shakespeare’s Tempest, Sasà stumbles on what he needs to explain the world which has defined his own life.How Shakespeare Saved My Life is a story about betrayal, forgiveness and, above all, the transformative power of reading.

Short Story: From First Draft to Final Product


Michael Milton - 2013
    I spent time looking for a book which would show me how a "raw" story was developed through drafts, with comments received and the changes made. Struggling to find such a work, I decided to create my own, being transparent and honest in the details. Using the story that gained me an offer of a place on a Master's in Creative Writing, SHORT STORY will take you through three drafts of the work.The book details not only the major revisions, feedback given by a professional novelist and an academic, but also has a bunch of tips from my writers toolbox condensed between the drafts. I hope that the process provides something useful for you, be it a tip from the writing toolbox, a look at the editing process, or motivation in knowing that you can do better than I did!

Adventure Story (Acting Edition Series)


Terence Rattigan - 1950
    

The Darkest Part of the Forest--FREE PREVIEW (First 7 Chapters)


Holly Black - 2014
    Children can kill a monster and feel quite proud of themselves. A girl can look at her brother and believe they're destined to be a knight and a bard who battle evil. She can believe she's found the thing she's been made for.Hazel lives with her brother, Ben, in the strange town of Fairfold where humans and fae exist side by side. The faeries' seemingly harmless magic attracts tourists, but Hazel knows how dangerous they can be, and she knows how to stop them. Or she did, once.At the center of it all, there is a glass coffin in the woods. It rests right on the ground and in it sleeps a boy with horns on his head and ears as pointy as knives. Hazel and Ben were both in love with him as children. The boy has slept there for generations, never waking.Until one day, he does...As the world turns upside down and a hero is needed to save them all, Hazel tries to remember her years spent pretending to be a knight. But swept up in new love, shifting loyalties, and the fresh sting of betrayal, will it be enough?

12 Shots


Vito ZuppardoMike Clayton - 2020
    You’ll encounter bodyguards, police officers, private detectives, bounty hunters, coroners, firefighters, vigilantes, hackers and a variety of oddballs. They share a knack for getting into trouble – but have the skills and determination to get themselves out.Each pulse-pounding story features the author’s main characters. When you find one you love, there’s a series behind it, waiting for you. Get 12 shots while you can and discover your new favourite crime thriller series.

The Pixels of Paul Cézanne: And Reflections on Other Artists


Wim Wenders - 2015
    The Pixels of Paul Cezanne is a collection of essays by Wim Wenders in which he presents his observations and reflections on the fellow artists who have influenced, shaped, and inspired him."How are they doing it?" is the key question that Wenders asks as he looks at the dance work of Pina Bausch, the paintings of Cezanne, Edward Hopper, and Andrew Wyeth, as well as the films of Ingmar Bergman, Michelanelo Antonioni, Ozu, Anthony Mann, Douglas Sirk, and Sam Fuller.He finds the answer by trying to understand their individual perspectives, and, in the process revealing his own art of perception in texts of rare poignancy.

Nemo: Ang Batang Papel (Nemo, the Boy Made of Paper)


Rene O. Villanueva - 1994
    He becomes a real boy after wishing on the farthest star. But Nemo never experiences the happiness of an ordinary child. He goes through many hardships as he tries to earn a living in a dangerous city. Together with other street children, Nemo decides that it is better to be a boy made of paper. This story illustrates a social problem that involves children. It also deals with the rights and needs of children, as well as the role of the family, the community, and the government to address these.

Corrie Ten Boom: Hiding Place / In My Father's House / Tramp for the Lord


Corrie ten Boom - 1998
    An omnibus of Corrie Ten Boom's three autobiographical stories concerning her family's protection of Jews during the Nazi occupation of Holland, their own experiences in concentration camps, and her final forgiveness of her concentration camp guard.

Healing Words: A Poetry Collection For Broken Hearts


Alexandra Vasiliu - 2020
    Because everyone sometimes finds themselves within the abyss of feeling alone, heartbroken, or depressed, we all need healing words to pull us out, to give us hope and inspiration, and to bring back the courage to love again. Gather strength from these empowering poems and allow yourself to rise again. One day, you will remind yourself, “I am healed. I am whole. I am worthy of love.”