Fear and Self-Loathing in the City is a practical guide to both managing the pressures of the workplace and coping with the struggles we may have in our personal lives. It incorporates simple techniques and quick solutions to many stressful work-related issues that exist in most working cultures. This book is crucial for today's workpla
This is the ultimate introductory textbook on the fundamentals of TV producing in today’s media environment, written by a seasoned industry expert with over 30 years of experience. The book is structured pedagogically, starting by introducing readers to the role of the producer and the characteristics of the current television industry. It covers the essential skills needed for producing television, followed by the creative, logistical, financial, and legal preparations required to produce content in the modern TV landscape. These topics are applied to different television mediums, including news programs, documentaries, entertainment shows in both the narrative and reality genres, sports broadcasts, and YouTube and streaming platforms. The book discusses the unique challenges and opportunities of each genre, offering detailed strategies to help your projects stand out in a competitive landscape. Chapter talking points, review questions, case studies, pro tips, a further research section, and an index support reader learning. This textbook is an invaluable resource for students, aspiring producers, film professionals, and anyone passionate about the television industry. With its accessible approach and educational content, it is an ideal textbook for introductory courses on television producing.
This is the ultimate introductory textbook on the fundamentals of TV producing in today’s media environment, written by a seasoned industry expert with over 30 years of experience. The book is structured pedagogically, starting by introducing readers to the role of the producer and the characteristics of the current television industry. It covers the essential skills needed for producing television, followed by the creative, logistical, financial, and legal preparations required to produce content in the modern TV landscape. These topics are applied to different television mediums, including news programs, documentaries, entertainment shows in both the narrative and reality genres, sports broadcasts, and YouTube and streaming platforms. The book discusses the unique challenges and opportunities of each genre, offering detailed strategies to help your projects stand out in a competitive landscape. Chapter talking points, review questions, case studies, pro tips, a further research section, and an index support reader learning. This textbook is an invaluable resource for students, aspiring producers, film professionals, and anyone passionate about the television industry. With its accessible approach and educational content, it is an ideal textbook for introductory courses on television producing.
THE CONSEQUENCES OF MURDER is a lush family drama of the 1920s, involving bootlegging, blackmail, and ultimately murder.The first world war and the influenza virus of 1918 ripped families apart. George, Susan, and Thomas Latimer were devastated over the loss of their parents. Taken in by their aunt and uncle, they adjusted to their new lives as best they could. While growing up, George noticed differences in his younger brother that lay dormant until his murder one cold and snowy evening, outside a speakeasy. Soon afterward, George's aunt and uncle discovered the body of another young man, brutally stabbed to death. And yet another vicious killing occurred during a holiday dinner at a city club, in front of a dining room full of people, including George and his family.Sloane Sheppard, a private investigator, attempted to find the solution to the murder of Thomas Latimer. It was not until long-held family secrets and blackmail attempts were revealed that Sloane, after meeting people connected with the victims, finally solved the mysteries behind these grisly attacks as well as the mystery of Thomas Latimer.
It is February 1927 and Schenectady, New York, proud home of General Electric is booming with prosperity. Rodney Longworth, handsome and debonair assistant manager at the elegant Hotel Van Curler, experiences firsthand the explosion of violence when two women are brutally murdered in Cucumber Alley, not far from the home he shares with his parents in the historic stockade district. Soon yet another victim is found. It seems no one is safe. As his suspicions and apprehension grow, Rodney elicits the assistance of Sloane Sheppard, a private investigator. Long held secrets, surprising family revelations, open hostilities and another murder attempt confound Sloane as he races against time to resolve the crisis occurring in the otherwise placid neighborhood.Amidst a backdrop of flappers, speakeasies, jazz music, beguiling scientists and the newfound expedient of television, Murder in Cucumber Alley continues to a shocking denouement when Sloane Sheppard unmasks the culprit behind the horrendous murders in Cucumber Alley.Michael Sinclair is a native of Albany, New York. His previous novels in the 1920s historical series are An Unfortunate Coincidence and The Consequences of Murder.
Winter 1926, Albany, New York. The nation is in the grip of prohibition.Corruption and bootleggers proliferate. A local actress is murdered one nightand the city is on high alert.At a dance marathon at Harmanus Bleecker Hall, a second horrendous deathoccurs, the victim a relative of Alan Cartwright, assistant manager of theillustrious showplace. Police embark on an arduous investigation. Doubts andsuspicions mount and motives and secrets abound. Eager for resolution to themysterious death, Alan recruits private investigator Sloane Sheppard, but soonyet another victim meets a brutal end.Slowly but inexorably darkness begins to fade as crucial revelations lead SloaneSheppard step by surprising step to the answers he seeks to resolve the shockingdeaths and to bring a devious and cunning killer to justice
Summer 1923, Albany, New York. Bootlegging, corruption and gangster activity run rampant during Prohibition. An executive of a beverage company is murdered at the Port of Albany, along the banks of the Hudson River. With no clues, no suspects and no witnesses the police are baffled. The company director, the brother-in-law of the murdered man, hires advertising head Caleb Dean and his associates to promote a champagne imitation drink. At a much publicized and celebratory event for the new beverage, an unexpected death occurs. Caleb's boss elicits the assistance of private investigator Sloan Sheppard. Adding to the perplexities, the nation deals with the sudden demise of President Warren Harding. As the turmoil, fear and humidity continue unabated, Sloan Sheppard realizes a vicious trail of violent death and deceit has only begun, and that the murderer waits, prepared to strike again.
Currently there is great concern about over-fishing and the effects of fisheries on other marine organisms. This book addresses ecological and environmental issues associated with responsible and sustainable marine fisheries. It includes 20 chapters developed from an international conference and concurrent symposium held in Iceland in October 2001. Contributors include leading international authorities from around the world. Contents include: global overview of marine capture fisheries; legal protection for marine ecosystems; dynamics of marine ecosystems; the role of man in marine ecosystems; and incorporating ecosystem considerations in fisheries management.
'Working with Mindfulness is an engaging and practical guide to reducing stress, transcending setbacks and enhancing performance at work. With more than 50 mindfulness exercises, it’s a perfect introduction to a more fulfilling way of working.’ Arianna Huffington, Editor-in-Chief of The Huffington Post and author of The Sleep Revolution ‘Full of easy-to-use ways to bring the power of mindfulness into the workplace. If every business used this book, the world would be a much better place.' Kevin L. Polk, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist and ACT Matrix Trainer, The Psychological Flexibility Group Stay calm, feel focused, and get more done – harness the power of mindfulness to change the way you work forever. Working with Mindfulness will show you how to apply the transformative power of mindfulness to your busy working life. With simple, time effective tools and practices, you'll discover how to: • Improve your resilience whilst reducing stress • Increase your productivity, performance and efficiency • Enhance your decision making, problem solving, delegating and prioritising skills • Develop healthy working relationships with colleagues and clients Based on the groundbreaking science of mindfulness, and explained by two eminent Psychologists, you'll discover how mindfulness can help you create a healthy working life and boost your confidence to excel in business. Be calm, be focused, be mindful.
Be calm, be present, be mindful. Mindfulness for Busy People 2/e will show you how to apply the transformative power of mindfulness to your busy life, helping you to de-stress, find your own unique space of calm, and ready yourself for whatever challenges you face. Helping you to cultivate and practice mindfulness straight away, you’ll discover: · A no-nonsense, light-hearted, and clear introduction to mindfulness and its benefits · Unique and clever ‘I-haven’t-got-time-for-this’ exercises that you can do anywhere, anytime · A fulfilling way to feel less stressed with immediate effect · A new found confidence, resilience and a greater sense of optimism · Improved focus, energy, efficiency and creativity Feel calm, confident and in control – whatever you’re doing, wherever you are. Endorsements MFBP 2e · “Mindfulness has probably become more popular in concept than in practice these days. So many of us could benefit from training our attention and our self-compassion, if we could just find practical ways to integrate mindfulness into our daily lives and busy schedules. These authors provide the practical tools that you need to actually put mindfulness into practice, and to benefit from transforming your mind, without having to pack up to live in the mountains. This book is fun, usable, and helpful.” Dennis Tirch, author of The Compassionate Mind Guide to Overcoming Anxiety · “Mindfulness can be elusive... The "I'm too busy" thoughts show up and get in the way. The trick is to bring brief respites of mindfulness into a multitude of simple tasks we do each day. In this second edition of their wonderful book the authors have added, updated and upgraded ideas for bringing the power of mindfulness into our busy worlds. Get it and reap the benefits of simple mindfulness.” Kevin Polk, Ph.D., Psychologist and ProSocial Matrix Trainer · “The great thing is, we can all be a lot more mindful, even if we’re way too busy to meditate. This little gem of a book gives you a wealth of simple strategies to easily bring mindfulness into everyday life - thereby making it a lot more satisfying and lot less stressful.” Russ Harris, author of The Happiness Trap · “One go-to question in mindfulness is: What did you notice? Going through this wonderful book, I noticed how simple and concrete it made the practice of mindfulness. I noticed thoughts about wishing I had come across this book when I first encountered mindfulness some 18 years ago. Then, I noticed warm feelings toward the compassionate humanity of Mike Sinclair, Josie Seydel and Emily Shaw that shines through each page. The next thing I noticed was loving how this new edition delves on self-compassion and offers more on how mindfulness can help us identify, choose and embody our deepest life values. Finally, I noticed the judgment that this book isn’t just for busy people, but for anyone interested in living more effectively and learning how to befriend the whole of their experience.” Benjamin Schoendorff, co-author of The Science of Compassion and The Essential Guide to the ACT Matrix. · “Fun, engaging and practical - this book is elegantly written by experts to help you learn the skills of mindfulness - and to apply them to this busy, stressful, modern world we live in.” &nb
This is a magnificent read, The author is clearly highly educated and a little crazy but in a nice way as he explains in detail why he ups and leaves his, what seems a mundane life to live on the road of adventure. Fact is stranger than fiction with the words from this philosopher. Peaceful Freeman has opened my eyes to many subjects I had no knowledge of beforehand and is written in a most interesting way, With humour, Love and a take no shite attitude, His journey is quite epic to say the least and extremely entertaining. I cant wait for the movie version or the sequel which seems to be in the making.
This is a magnificent read, The author is clearly highly educated and a little crazy but in a nice way as he explains in detail why he ups and leaves his, what seems a mundane life to live on the road of adventure. Fact is stranger than fiction with the words from this philosopher. Peaceful Freeman has opened my eyes to many subjects I had no knowledge of beforehand and is written in a most interesting way, With humour, Love and a take no shite attitude, His journey is quite epic to say the least and extremely entertaining. I cant wait for the movie version or the sequel which seems to be in the making.
A practical introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for the general reader.From one of the co-authors of the Little CBT Workbook,The Little ACT Workbookis a simple, hands-on, practical guide introducing essential ACT techniques you can use to live a full and meaningful life and change your life for the better. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an empirically-supported mindfulness-based behavioural therapy, gaining significant ground in the UK. This helpful book is packed full of guidance, techniques and a series of practical exercises so you can immediately start applying key ACT principles to your day-to-day life. Learn how to: Manage stress, depression and anxiety more effectivelyImprove your mood and resilienceCreate an enjoyable, meaningful and fuller life Rather than assuming that you need to change your thoughts and emotions in order to feel better, ACT shows you how to change your relationship to your thoughts and feelings, and to loosen up around them in order to engage in value-based action. The Little ACT Workbookensures you have the insight, tools and confidence to apply these valuable principles to your own situation and put them into practice today.
Depression is a painful place to be - but you don't have to stay there. This pocket guide is designed to help you break free from depression and move towards the life you want. Packed full of guidance, techniques and practical exercises grounded in the latest behavioural science, this book will help you to:- Manage thoughts and feelings more effectively- Take practical steps to improve your resilience and well-being- Create a fuller and more meaningful lifeWritten by two chartered psychologists with many years of experience in treating depression, this invaluable guide will help you navigate your way out of the dark and build a more fulfilling life.
When anxiety takes hold, it can feel like there is no way out. But with this pocket guide, you can break free from fear and worry and move towards the life you want. Packed full of guidance, techniques and practical exercises grounded in the latest behavioural science, this book will help you to: - Manage thoughts and feelings more effectively - Take practical steps to improve your resilience and well-being - Create a fuller and more meaningful life Written by three chartered psychologists with many years of experience in treating anxiety, this invaluable guide will help you disentangle yourself from anxiety and build a more fulfilling life.
