Laura Steele

Authoritatively and expertly written, the new seventh edition of Bratton and Gold’s Human Resource Management builds upon the enduring strengths of this renowned book. Thoroughly updated, topical and accessible, this textbook explores the theory and practice of human resource management and will encourage your students to reflect critically on the realities of the ever-changing world of work.The new edition truly captures the zeitgeist of contemporary human resource management. With coverage of the Covid-19 pandemic in relation to business ethics, physical and mental wellbeing, inequality and the rise of the gig-economy and precarious work, students will feel connected to the complex issues that face workers, organisations and wider society. This edition also includes expanded coverage on the ever-palpable effects of globalization and technological change and explores the importance of sustainable practice. Students will gain critical insight into the realities of contemporary HRM, engaging with the various debates and tensions inherent in the employment relationship and understanding the myriad of different theories underpinning human resource management.New to this edition:- New ‘Ethical Insight’ boxes explore areas of current ethical concern in trends and practice- New ‘Digital Spotlight’ boxes explore innovations in technology, analytics and AI and the impact on workers and organisations- Topical coverage on job design and the rise of the gig economy and precarious work- A critical discussion of the core themes and debates around human resource management in the post-Covid-19 era, including mental health and wellbeing.- A rich companion website packed with extra resources, including video interviews with HR professionals, work-related films, bonus case studies, links to employment law, and vocab checklists for ESL students make this an ideal text for online or blended learning.

CREAM gathers six hot stories from bestselling erotica author Laura Steele: What Terri WantsWhen Sarah is late on her half of the rent again, her roommate Terri has had enough. The sexy blonde might not have any money, but Terri's willing to bargain with her: either she puts out, or she'll end up on the street. Does it matter that Sarah's not into girls? Not to Terri Terri wants her, and what Terri wants, Terri gets.Study PartnerIt's finally summer, and Allie can only think about the great weather and mind-blowing parties awaiting her...oh, and her mouth-watering study partner. Before she finally graduates, she has to finish her summer English class. But can she convince him that they need to study Human Sexuality instead?Closing TimeTina has always had a secret thing for black girls, most of all for her best friend Lexi. When Lexi gets dumped by her boyfriend, Tina finally has a chance to make her move-and it turns out Lexi is up for it too Good NeighborsWhen Lauren and Rich are invited to dinner by their neighbors, they were expecting to get a tour of the house. Little did they know that the neighbors wanted the tour to end up in the bedroom Will they swap for the first time in their lives?Seducing the SitterFor Lisa, the new babysitting job sounded like the perfect gig-good money, flexible hours, cool bosses. But when she arrives for her interview and the parents come on to her, Lisa realizes that she's the one being put to bed In Bed With Her BossFor Julie and her boss Tom, a forbidden kiss in the past kindled a passion that they never should have allowed to grow. When they are forced into the same bed together, they discover that their lust can bring them closer together than ever before. BONUS MATERIAL: Cream also contains the complete first chapter of the erotic spy novel Honey Trap.This book features graphic depictions of sexual acts and is intended for adults only. All characters depicted are over the age of 18.