Author: Laura Dodd
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 0806535016
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
Ready to claim or create your ideal job? Ready to stop dreaming and start digging? When Laura Dodd started talking with her twentysomething peers about working, it didn't take long for her to see that people are passionate about the jobs they do and the jobs they'd like to do. What started as a few questions mushroomed into a viral discussion that is energizing and inspiring young professionals around the globe. Hundreds of interviews later, Dodd transforms the career horizon with Dig This Gig, a modern-day Working for millennials. Meet an array of dynamic young people--from genetics counselors to adventure guides to food bloggers-- and get their firsthand views of entirely new fields taking off because of technological, demographic, and cultural shifts. And meet industry icons as never seen before--from Dan Rather to Christina Norman, CEO of The Oprah Winfrey Network, to Jeffrey Sachs, to congressman and civil rights hero John Lewis--as Dodd uncovers their candid perspectives, regrets and hopes, and indispensible advice.
Dig This Gig:
Author: Laura Dodd
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 0806535016
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
Ready to claim or create your ideal job? Ready to stop dreaming and start digging? When Laura Dodd started talking with her twentysomething peers about working, it didn't take long for her to see that people are passionate about the jobs they do and the jobs they'd like to do. What started as a few questions mushroomed into a viral discussion that is energizing and inspiring young professionals around the globe. Hundreds of interviews later, Dodd transforms the career horizon with Dig This Gig, a modern-day Working for millennials. Meet an array of dynamic young people--from genetics counselors to adventure guides to food bloggers-- and get their firsthand views of entirely new fields taking off because of technological, demographic, and cultural shifts. And meet industry icons as never seen before--from Dan Rather to Christina Norman, CEO of The Oprah Winfrey Network, to Jeffrey Sachs, to congressman and civil rights hero John Lewis--as Dodd uncovers their candid perspectives, regrets and hopes, and indispensible advice.
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 0806535016
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
Ready to claim or create your ideal job? Ready to stop dreaming and start digging? When Laura Dodd started talking with her twentysomething peers about working, it didn't take long for her to see that people are passionate about the jobs they do and the jobs they'd like to do. What started as a few questions mushroomed into a viral discussion that is energizing and inspiring young professionals around the globe. Hundreds of interviews later, Dodd transforms the career horizon with Dig This Gig, a modern-day Working for millennials. Meet an array of dynamic young people--from genetics counselors to adventure guides to food bloggers-- and get their firsthand views of entirely new fields taking off because of technological, demographic, and cultural shifts. And meet industry icons as never seen before--from Dan Rather to Christina Norman, CEO of The Oprah Winfrey Network, to Jeffrey Sachs, to congressman and civil rights hero John Lewis--as Dodd uncovers their candid perspectives, regrets and hopes, and indispensible advice.
Now Dig This
Author: Terry Southern
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1453265899
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 390
Book Description
DIVDIVAn unforgettable chronicle of an era by one of America’s wildest—and most brilliant—comedic and literary minds/divDIV /divDIVEdited by Nile Southern and Josh Alan Friedman/divDIV Starting with his landing at the Battle of the Bulge, Terry Southern showed a knack for winding up in the world’s most interesting places. He spent the fifties on the Left Bank of Paris, the sixties in mod London, and the seventies touring with the Rolling Stones. When the Beatles rolled out their famous pantheon of movers and shakers for the cover of Sgt. Pepper, Terry was the only guy wearing shades. When police broke heads during the ’68 democratic convention in Chicago, Southern was there to bear witness. And when Stanley Kubrick needed someone to make Dr. Strangelove funny, there was only one man qualified for the job. /divDIV /divDIVAs the golden age of rock ’n’ roll wound down, Southern never stopped writing, and his prose never lost its trademark intensity. Filthy, fierce, and relentlessly dazzling, these letters, essays, stories, and interviews are an electric testament to one of the keenest wits of the twentieth century./divDIV /divDIVThis ebook features an illustrated biography of Terry Southern including rare photos and never-before-seen documents from the author’s estate./div/div
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1453265899
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 390
Book Description
DIVDIVAn unforgettable chronicle of an era by one of America’s wildest—and most brilliant—comedic and literary minds/divDIV /divDIVEdited by Nile Southern and Josh Alan Friedman/divDIV Starting with his landing at the Battle of the Bulge, Terry Southern showed a knack for winding up in the world’s most interesting places. He spent the fifties on the Left Bank of Paris, the sixties in mod London, and the seventies touring with the Rolling Stones. When the Beatles rolled out their famous pantheon of movers and shakers for the cover of Sgt. Pepper, Terry was the only guy wearing shades. When police broke heads during the ’68 democratic convention in Chicago, Southern was there to bear witness. And when Stanley Kubrick needed someone to make Dr. Strangelove funny, there was only one man qualified for the job. /divDIV /divDIVAs the golden age of rock ’n’ roll wound down, Southern never stopped writing, and his prose never lost its trademark intensity. Filthy, fierce, and relentlessly dazzling, these letters, essays, stories, and interviews are an electric testament to one of the keenest wits of the twentieth century./divDIV /divDIVThis ebook features an illustrated biography of Terry Southern including rare photos and never-before-seen documents from the author’s estate./div/div
Writing for Design Professionals
Author: Stephen A. Kliment
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 9780393730265
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Now in its second edition—updated and expanded to address such issues as email etiquette and Web-based marketing, communication, and job searches—the best-selling Writing for Design Professionals is the standard guide for mastering the complexities of effective writing in professional practice. Stephen A. Kliment explains the principles of clear writing, from the formal “Dear Ms. Jones: I recently visited Polk Street Elementary School, and I agree the facility urgently needs to be modernized to make way for the progressive teaching techniques you have planned for your school district.... I believe that my firm, Izumi Associates, can make this happen” to the punchy remarks of the late William Caudill, “Say ‘frog,’ we’ll jump.” Dozens of sample letters, proposals, brochures, reports, book reviews, oral presentations, staff communications, and more—all drawn from the world of practice, and in both print and electronic formats—guide readers through the ins and outs of composing the end-products of writing. Writing for Design Professionals is organized for easy reference, and includes the following topics:• marketing: Web sites, correspondence, brochures and portfolios, proposals, newsletters, and other promotional tools• project writing• writing in school• job applications and Web-based job boards• writing in academe• writing for the media• writing as a career• public speaking plus: how to avoid jargon and gender-specific language, tailor your writing to your audience, enhance your writing with appropriate graphics, write to international clients, write as a product manufacturer, and measure the impact of what you write. Resources include lists of design media.Like a trustworthy desk-side consultant, Writing for Design Professionals, Second Edition, should be next to the computer of every architect, planner, interior designer, engineer, and student who wishes to present a polished, professional image through effective written communication.
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 9780393730265
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Now in its second edition—updated and expanded to address such issues as email etiquette and Web-based marketing, communication, and job searches—the best-selling Writing for Design Professionals is the standard guide for mastering the complexities of effective writing in professional practice. Stephen A. Kliment explains the principles of clear writing, from the formal “Dear Ms. Jones: I recently visited Polk Street Elementary School, and I agree the facility urgently needs to be modernized to make way for the progressive teaching techniques you have planned for your school district.... I believe that my firm, Izumi Associates, can make this happen” to the punchy remarks of the late William Caudill, “Say ‘frog,’ we’ll jump.” Dozens of sample letters, proposals, brochures, reports, book reviews, oral presentations, staff communications, and more—all drawn from the world of practice, and in both print and electronic formats—guide readers through the ins and outs of composing the end-products of writing. Writing for Design Professionals is organized for easy reference, and includes the following topics:• marketing: Web sites, correspondence, brochures and portfolios, proposals, newsletters, and other promotional tools• project writing• writing in school• job applications and Web-based job boards• writing in academe• writing for the media• writing as a career• public speaking plus: how to avoid jargon and gender-specific language, tailor your writing to your audience, enhance your writing with appropriate graphics, write to international clients, write as a product manufacturer, and measure the impact of what you write. Resources include lists of design media.Like a trustworthy desk-side consultant, Writing for Design Professionals, Second Edition, should be next to the computer of every architect, planner, interior designer, engineer, and student who wishes to present a polished, professional image through effective written communication.
Sabrina the Teenage Witch (1971-1983) #22
Author: Archie Superstars
Publisher: Archie Comic Publications
ISBN: 1645760219
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 27
Book Description
Explore Sabrina the Teenage Witch's magical life in these stories from her very first comic book series! Featuring the work of legendary talents including George Gladir, Dan DeCarlo, and more, these spell-binding classic tales are sure to delight fans of all ages! Prepare to experience magical stories like "Just A Little Fishy”, "Mister Sandman" and more!
Publisher: Archie Comic Publications
ISBN: 1645760219
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 27
Book Description
Explore Sabrina the Teenage Witch's magical life in these stories from her very first comic book series! Featuring the work of legendary talents including George Gladir, Dan DeCarlo, and more, these spell-binding classic tales are sure to delight fans of all ages! Prepare to experience magical stories like "Just A Little Fishy”, "Mister Sandman" and more!
Sound Tracks
Author: Michael Jarrett
Publisher: Temple University Press
ISBN: 9781439905661
Category : Popular music
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Publisher: Temple University Press
ISBN: 9781439905661
Category : Popular music
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
The Lost Prince Book One: Tset-su Chronicles
Author: €�scien keith
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1387465805
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
In the Neolythic Era of Kingdom Tset, three young princes acquire the skills necessary to become King. Each man is uniquely talented, and on the verge of greatness. For one, the world is at his feet. For another, the world is his for the taking. For the last, the world is unforgiving. But all three will soon discover--while on their unpredictable journeys--that it is all too easy to become lost.. . ..
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1387465805
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
In the Neolythic Era of Kingdom Tset, three young princes acquire the skills necessary to become King. Each man is uniquely talented, and on the verge of greatness. For one, the world is at his feet. For another, the world is his for the taking. For the last, the world is unforgiving. But all three will soon discover--while on their unpredictable journeys--that it is all too easy to become lost.. . ..
Angels' Keep
Author: Michael Hodjera
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 149178394X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 295
Book Description
Murder comes to the sleepy coastal hamlet of Angels Keep. Antiques dealer Wild Bill Willy Rasp is gunned down gangland-style by unseen assailants. When his body subsequently disappears without a trace, it is left to the only witness to his demise--biker, blues guitar player and amp repairman par excellence, Manfred Doc St. Michel--to investigate. What begins as a straightforward murder inquiry escalates into a race across space and time as one mystery opens out into a vastly greater mystery in this genre-bending comic novel by the author of The Komodo Cafe, Sleeping Gods and the Elvis trilogy.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 149178394X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 295
Book Description
Murder comes to the sleepy coastal hamlet of Angels Keep. Antiques dealer Wild Bill Willy Rasp is gunned down gangland-style by unseen assailants. When his body subsequently disappears without a trace, it is left to the only witness to his demise--biker, blues guitar player and amp repairman par excellence, Manfred Doc St. Michel--to investigate. What begins as a straightforward murder inquiry escalates into a race across space and time as one mystery opens out into a vastly greater mystery in this genre-bending comic novel by the author of The Komodo Cafe, Sleeping Gods and the Elvis trilogy.
Empire of Ash
Author: L. R. W. Lee
Publisher: LRW Lee Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
Ancient and deadly secrets. Rogue magic. A dark and sexy god. They're nothing she wants, but everything she needs. Archaeologist Pellucid Rose discovers THE find of the century when an earthquake hits her Mycenae, Greece dig. But before she can claim it, a dark, dangerous, and very sexy stranger steps from a swirl of shadows claiming she’s loosed a sphinx on the world by translating an ancient secret on one of the scrolls. What’s more, he insists Secret Magic requires her to go with him to capture the ferocious creature. Against better judgment, Pell teams up with the hot stranger to protect the world from her mistake only to discover more than she bargained for about Secret magic and the influence it has on Earth. But worse, she discovers that this ancient god has dangerous secrets of his own that could destroy the world, and only she has what it takes to stop him. Empire of Ash is the first book in the enthralling God of Secrets paranormal romance series. If you love discovering little known Greek gods, you’ll enjoy the mystery that is Harpocrates, Greek god of secrets, by USA Today Bestselling author L. R. W. Lee. It's a slow-burn, fated mates, paranormal romance with potent sorcery and mythical intrigue. Buy Empire of Ash to dive into a secret affair today! ★★★★★ "A strong-willed and feisty woman is thrown into a new world, creating a comedic adventure that will soon become your next favorite read. The snark is charming and funny while also making the heroine instantly likable. Well worth the ride, Empire of Ash is a brilliant tapestry of adventure, romance, and mythology." - L. Konkel, Readers' Favorite ★★★★★ "It's been a hot minute since I've been able to truthfully say I can't wait to see what happens next, but here it is! Very descriptive, very original, I've honestly not read a book like it before, and I have Kindle Unlimited for a reason! Bravo!!!!!!!!!!! - Alicia L. Amazon Reviewer ★★★★★ "Ohh, I love this story so very much! The healthy dose of humor mixed with physical attraction and intrigue are definitely a winner." - Peggy Frese, Senior Editor ★★★★★ "The characters are complex and genuine with traits and qualities that add depth and diversity, transforming into charismatic personalities." - Kaye, Amazon Top 500 Reviewer ★★★★★ "An awesome start to a new series written by a brand new author for me. I highly recommend." - Scarolet Ellis, Amazon Top 1000 Reviewer What are you waiting for? Scroll up and click buy now to be captivated by the secrets and slow-burn romance of these fated mates!
Publisher: LRW Lee Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
Ancient and deadly secrets. Rogue magic. A dark and sexy god. They're nothing she wants, but everything she needs. Archaeologist Pellucid Rose discovers THE find of the century when an earthquake hits her Mycenae, Greece dig. But before she can claim it, a dark, dangerous, and very sexy stranger steps from a swirl of shadows claiming she’s loosed a sphinx on the world by translating an ancient secret on one of the scrolls. What’s more, he insists Secret Magic requires her to go with him to capture the ferocious creature. Against better judgment, Pell teams up with the hot stranger to protect the world from her mistake only to discover more than she bargained for about Secret magic and the influence it has on Earth. But worse, she discovers that this ancient god has dangerous secrets of his own that could destroy the world, and only she has what it takes to stop him. Empire of Ash is the first book in the enthralling God of Secrets paranormal romance series. If you love discovering little known Greek gods, you’ll enjoy the mystery that is Harpocrates, Greek god of secrets, by USA Today Bestselling author L. R. W. Lee. It's a slow-burn, fated mates, paranormal romance with potent sorcery and mythical intrigue. Buy Empire of Ash to dive into a secret affair today! ★★★★★ "A strong-willed and feisty woman is thrown into a new world, creating a comedic adventure that will soon become your next favorite read. The snark is charming and funny while also making the heroine instantly likable. Well worth the ride, Empire of Ash is a brilliant tapestry of adventure, romance, and mythology." - L. Konkel, Readers' Favorite ★★★★★ "It's been a hot minute since I've been able to truthfully say I can't wait to see what happens next, but here it is! Very descriptive, very original, I've honestly not read a book like it before, and I have Kindle Unlimited for a reason! Bravo!!!!!!!!!!! - Alicia L. Amazon Reviewer ★★★★★ "Ohh, I love this story so very much! The healthy dose of humor mixed with physical attraction and intrigue are definitely a winner." - Peggy Frese, Senior Editor ★★★★★ "The characters are complex and genuine with traits and qualities that add depth and diversity, transforming into charismatic personalities." - Kaye, Amazon Top 500 Reviewer ★★★★★ "An awesome start to a new series written by a brand new author for me. I highly recommend." - Scarolet Ellis, Amazon Top 1000 Reviewer What are you waiting for? Scroll up and click buy now to be captivated by the secrets and slow-burn romance of these fated mates!
Tempus Fugit
Author: Frank Almond
Publisher: Bitingduck Press LLC
ISBN: 0917990501
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
Trapped in a white Ford Cortina with Sir Julian Gaylord Duckworth aka the Duck. What cruel fate is this for Stephen Gilmore Sloane, who only wants to spend the day making up with his girlfriend Emma Gummer? Is the Duck Stephen's old college mate or, perish the thought, his father? Stephen and the Duck squirm out of the clutches of the futuristic Sex Police as the mystery of Stephen's birth and the whereabouts of Emma Gummer unravel. Tempus Fugit in the past, present and future of this wild and wacky sci-fi novel. The Duck's mania for Seventies sex and Pink Floyd has him and Stephen streaking in and out of the timeline vortex, risking erasure at every juncture. Boson Books also offers the sequel Future Tense by Frank Almond. For an author bio and photo, reviews, and a reading sample, visit bosonbooks.com.
Publisher: Bitingduck Press LLC
ISBN: 0917990501
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
Trapped in a white Ford Cortina with Sir Julian Gaylord Duckworth aka the Duck. What cruel fate is this for Stephen Gilmore Sloane, who only wants to spend the day making up with his girlfriend Emma Gummer? Is the Duck Stephen's old college mate or, perish the thought, his father? Stephen and the Duck squirm out of the clutches of the futuristic Sex Police as the mystery of Stephen's birth and the whereabouts of Emma Gummer unravel. Tempus Fugit in the past, present and future of this wild and wacky sci-fi novel. The Duck's mania for Seventies sex and Pink Floyd has him and Stephen streaking in and out of the timeline vortex, risking erasure at every juncture. Boson Books also offers the sequel Future Tense by Frank Almond. For an author bio and photo, reviews, and a reading sample, visit bosonbooks.com.
Teen Titans: A Celebration of 50 Years
Author: Marv Wolfman
Publisher: DC Comics
ISBN: 1401255930
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
TEEN TITANS: A CELEBRATION OF 50 YEARS collects a wide range of stories featuring comics’ greatest teen superteam, including Nightwing, Cyborg, Superboy, Beast Boy, Starfire, Raven and more! This anthology collects stories from some of the industry’s legendary talents, including Marv Wolfman, George Pérez and Geoff Johns.
Publisher: DC Comics
ISBN: 1401255930
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
TEEN TITANS: A CELEBRATION OF 50 YEARS collects a wide range of stories featuring comics’ greatest teen superteam, including Nightwing, Cyborg, Superboy, Beast Boy, Starfire, Raven and more! This anthology collects stories from some of the industry’s legendary talents, including Marv Wolfman, George Pérez and Geoff Johns.