A pitch-perfect story exploring the many meanings of family, Jody J. Little's tough yet tender debut is perfect for fans of Leslie Connor and Katherine Paterson. After Pop is sent back to rehab, Jane Pengilly arrives at her newest foster home determined to stick to the straight and narrow and get back to her beloved dad as soon as she can. It's not the first time they've been apart, but Jane's determined it will be the last.Twelve days out in the boonies of Three Boulders makes Jane miss Pop more than ever. But as the days go by, she realizes that family is more than who you're related to--and that a home can be found in the unlikeliest of places.Mostly the Honest Truth sparkles with a fully realized supporting cast, a safe and supporting setting, and a writer whose ability to imbue her stories with love and hope marks her an author to watch.
Readers who love Leslie Connor and Ann M. Martin will adore this story of a citywide scavenger hunt and a girl who learns that family--and weirdness--is relative.Summer Coding CampIncoming 7th graders onlyEight-week session begins June 28This is it, my summer plan.Hoping to ditch two months of chicken coops, kale, and her parents' antiscreen rules, Mac MacLeod sets out to win a citywide food cart scavenger hunt and the money she needs for the summer coding camp of her dreams.But Mac discovers more than just clues during her cross-city sprint--like how her weird parents might not be the worst thing compared to the circumstances of those around her.With the same humor and hope of her debut novel, Mostly the Honest Truth, Jody J. Little gives readers another spunky, unforgettable character to root for.
In THE SEVEN-FIGURE MARKETING MINDSET FOR NOVELISTS, Jody J. Sperling shares unique principles from his years in sales, marketing, management, and his podcast, THE RELUCTANT BOOK MARKETER, challenging the entrenched marketing biases that have seduced both traditional- and self-published authors.In this book you'll find actionable practices to sell more copies of your novel and to cultivate a robust mindset to market your book through the many trials that await published authors. If you're one of those writers who believes writing a great book is all that matters, and the rest will take care of itself, this book is for you.Great books still need tenacious marketing, extreme self-accountability, and robust creativity to break through and reach the ideal audience. And you can't count on a third party marketing firm, a PR team, or a traditional publisher to share the word about your book. Your grit and action are nonnegotiable.The good news is, by developing the right marketing mindset, any novelist who's written a great book can have seven-figure impact, seven-figure reach, and seven-figure rewards.
Hope For Jody A young girl is kidnapped from a poor housing estate, fleeing the kidnapper crashes into a truck full of sheep. The girl escapes, concussed she wanders of into the local woodland, becoming more and more confused and lost. A sheep from the carnage escapes and wanders of back to the housing estate, to Jody's worried parents and a local, neurotic youth, Lee. Who befriends the lost sheep and finds the confidence and self belief to break the communal expectations that are imposed on himself and the rest of the residents of the estate, who's seemingly ordinary lives have never been so colourful.
Six -year-old Jody is very curious about what happens to teeth when the Tooth Fairy takes them. Finally her questions are answered when she gets to take a visit to Tooth Fairy Land.
When it comes time to provide care for those who once cared for us, where can we turn? This book offers practical guidance for a broad range of caregiving situations when family caregivers assume their new role. Uses the latest research and draws on case histories and interviews. Is a resource as well as a source of inspiration, with a blend of powerful stories and practical advice. Helps caregivers cope with numerous challenges, including parents who need but refuse help; siblings who don’t get along; the complexity of healthcare systems; financial issues; juggling work and caregiving; the use of technology; the power of connecting with a loved one who has dementia; and realizing the benefits amid the burdens of caregiving.
"And you thought the passengers were mad. Airline employees are fed up, too-with pay cuts, increased workloads and management's miserly ways, which leave workers to explain to often-enraged passengers why flying has become such a miserable experience."—New York Times, December 22, 2007When both an industry's workers and its customers report high and rising frustration with the way they are being treated, something is fundamentally wrong. In response to these conditions, many of the world's airlines have made ever-deeper cuts in services and their workforces. Is it too much to expect airlines, or any other enterprise, to provide a fair return to investors, high-quality reliable service to their customers, and good jobs for their employees?Measured against these three expectations, the airline industry is failing. In the first five years of the twenty-first century alone, U.S. airlines lost a total of $30 billion while shedding 100,000 jobs, forcing the remaining workers to give up over $15 billion in wages and benefits. Combined with plummeting employee morale, shortages of air traffic controllers, and increased congestion and flight delays, a total collapse of the industry may be coming. Is this state of affairs inevitable? Or is it possible to design a more sustainable, less volatile industry that better balances the objectives of customers, investors, employees, and the wider society? Does deregulation imply total abrogation of government's responsibility to oversee an industry showing the clear signs of deterioration and increasing risk of a pending crisis?Greg J. Bamber, Jody Hoffer Gittell, Thomas A. Kochan, and Andrew von Nordenflycht explore such questions in a well-informed and engaging way, using a mix of quantitative evidence and qualitative studies of airlines from North America, Asia, Australia, and Europe. Up in the Air provides clear and realistic strategies for achieving a better, more equitable balance among the interests of customers, employees, and shareholders. Specifically, the authors recommend that firms learn from the innovations of companies like Southwest and Continental Airlines in order to build a positive workplace culture that fosters coordination and commitment to high-quality service, labor relations policies that avoid long drawn-out conflicts in negotiating new agreements, and business strategies that can sustain investor, employee, and customer support through the ups and downs of business cycles.
Everyone has their eyes set on the black depths of space ... but what about the deep abysses of the ocean? What dark monsters swim unseen beneath the waves? What ancient wonders lie hidden, waiting to be discovered? What sirens call, either here on Earth or in the icy waters of a far off planet ... or even at the bottom of a wine glass? So much remains to be explored below the surface, where light fades and the pressure kills.Here are seventeen stories from today's leading science fiction and fantasy authors that take us into those depths, whether we want to or not. Join Seanan McGuire, Michael Robertson, Esther Friesner, F. Brett Cox, Wendy Nikel, Marsheila Rockwell & Jeffrey J. Mariotte, Jody Lynn Nye, Bill Kte'pi, Jenna Rhodes, Susan Jett, James Van Pelt, J.C. Koch, Misty Massey, A. Merc Rustad, David Farland, Sara M. Harvey, and Nicky Drayden as they explore unfathomable trenches, underwater volcanoes, and abyssal plains. Take the plunge ... into the Deep End
Do you dream of being a writer? Have you already dabbled with words, but still need some help finding your style on paper? Or are you one of those who have so much to write, but just can't find the time to get the task done? This book could be your saving grace. Put together by a group of talented writers from the Creative Talents Unleashed family, Writing Tips Vol. 1 is for any level of writer. I believe everyone can write. If you can carry on a simple conversation, then you are capable of writing. Some just don't know where to start. You don't have to be educated or have a degree to be a good writer. Some of the greatest writers in the world didn't have that opportunity when they started writing. If you've written in a journal or a letter, you're already an author. You just have to find the passion and motivation to write. This book covers a little bit of everything a writer needs from start to finish.
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Step into the extraordinary with L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 41—an anthology that promises the unexpected, the thought-provoking, and the unforgettable. Celebrating the best new voices in speculative fiction, this collection offers gripping tales of science fiction, fantasy, and beyond. Discover Distant Worlds Explore alien landscapes, futuristic technologies, and hidden realms. From time-traveling adventures to battles for survival in dystopian societies, these stories transport you far beyond the limits of imagination. Meet Extraordinary Heroes Follow protagonists who face impossible odds—from a young constable on a harsh alien frontier to a reclusive writer sharing a ride with a sentient car. These characters redefine courage, resilience, and what it means to be human. Experience Visual Wonder Every story is brought to life with breathtaking original illustrations. These commissioned works add depth, color, and vibrancy to the collection, making it a visual and literary masterpiece. Learn from the Legends Gain inspiration from essays by L. Ron Hubbard, Robert J. Sawyer, and Tom Wood, offering rare insights into storytelling and creative mastery. Discover Tomorrow's Stars This volume continues the legacy of Writers of the Future, the competition that has launched myriad bestselling authors. These rising talents are reshaping speculative fiction as we know it. Whether you love heart-pounding action, thought-provoking “what ifs,” or stories that blur the line between science and magic, Volume 41 is your gateway to new dimensions. With tales and illustrations that linger long after the final page, this anthology invites you to take the leap into worlds uncharted. Push Beyond the Ordinary. Explore the Extraordinary. Grab your copy of L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 41 and discover the next generation of visionary storytellers and artists.
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For driven individuals searching for a more positive attitude, Success Mindsets is an anthology highlighting the thought process, attitude and approach to your professional life. The difference between success and failure is how you view a problem. WHAT'S THE NUMBER ONE DRIVER OF A SUCCESS MINDSET? FIND OUT NOW IN THE LATEST MIND-BOGGLING ANTHOLOGY FROM LEADERS PRESS The world prizes success. It rarely shows the effort people make to achieve it. We crave success, but it can seem so unattainable that we assume it's not for us. What if successful business people were to let us in on their secrets? That what separates the adored from the overlooked is mindset. You will come to understand this by reading the brilliant contributors of Success Mindsets. This anthology gathers advice from several dozen exceptional leaders, ranging from CEOs to champions to game-changers. Success Mindsets reveals that many roads lead to success and you must choose the one that suits your concept best. Each chapter in Success Mindsets will reveal methods for developing the right approach for navigating your journey to success. Dive in now to: Understand the mindset of being adaptable in your pursuit of success. Adopt a growth mindset, to value long-term growth over short-term revenue. Utilize your driven mindset to keep advancing your career even as the world turns completely upside down. Study areas of strength and bolster weaknesses through the mindset of lifelong learning. Embrace the mindset of self-compassion to look out for yourself while leading others. Minds are more effective when they are open. You can always adapt your mindset to the situation in pursuit of your goals. What mindset will shepherd you through your professional journey? Change your mind for the better. Order your copy of Success Mindsets today
