Glenn Dakin (Author) Murder, mystery, and adventure aren’t your typical birthday presents . . . But for Theo, anything that breaks up his ordinary routine is the perfect gift. A mysterious “illness” and Theo’s guardians force him into a life indoors, where gloves must be worn and daily medical treatments are the norm. When Theo […]
It may have taken you days or weeks to prepare for your presentation, and it all could be ruined in an instant because of your nerves. Learn the following 7 simple techniques, and you'll defeat your public-speaking nerves for good and become the most confident person in the room.
Lunch in Paris: A Love Story, with Recipes ~ Elizabeth Bard "As charming and coquettish as Paris itself, Lunch in Paris reawakens our tired hearts and palates with a deliciously passionate journey through the city of lights. Be prepared to be seduced by french kisses, the richest chocolate, and the sweet charm of Bard's prose."
The 39 Clues, Book 10: Into the Gauntlet by Margaret Peterson Haddix Throughout the hunt for the 39 Clues, Amy and Dan Cahill have uncovered history's greatest mysteries and their family's deadliest secrets. But are they ready to face the truth about the Cahills and the key to their unmatched power? After a whirlwind race […]
THE WELCOME MAN There's a man in the world who is never turned down, wherever he chances to stray; he gets the glad hand in the populous town, or out where the farmers make hay; he's greeted with pleasure on deserts of sand, and deep in the aisles of the woods; wherever he goes there's […]
The Godfather may be able to make people offers they "can't refuse," but for the rest of us persuasion will get us much further than force. The ability to influence people without threats, bribes, or manipulation will greatly assist in your negotiations. While negotiation involves reaching an agreement on price or specific terms of a […]
~ A speech is like a love affair. Any fool can start it, but to end it requires considerable skill. Lord Mansfield
The Kane Chronicles: The Red Pyramid Rick Riordan Carter and Sadie have nothing in common but their parents: their father Dr. Julius Kane, a brilliant Egyptologist, and their mother, a famed archaeologist who died under mysterious circumstances when they were young. The siblings barely know each other, but one night, their father brings them together […]
[Via The Scout Report, Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2010. http://bit.ly/9MLMKc] Ipl2: Literary Criticism [pdf] Discriminating between the proverbial "wheat" and "chaff" on the Internet presents a number of challenges, and when it comes to discussion about online literary criticism, it's even more difficult. This helpful guide to the best of such resources is made possible […]
Sandy Fussell has been kind enough to provide one copy each of her books Jaguar Warrior and Samurai Kids: White Crane to give away. For your chance to win one of these books leave a comment on any the following posts on children’s and teen fiction by 9pm Sunday.
