In this magical adventure, Barbie™ as Kristyn, is a ballerina with big dreams! When she tries on a pair of sparkling pink shoes, Kristyn and her best friend, Hailey, are whisked away to a fantastical ballet world. There, Kristyn discovers she must dance in her favorite ballets in order to defeat an evil Snow Queen. With performances to the legendary Giselle and Swan Lake ballets, it’s a wonderful journey where if you dance with your heart, dreams come true!

Fat Studies in Canada: (Re)Mapping the Field re-envisions what it means to be fat in the colonial project known as Canada, exploring the unique ways that fat studies theorists, academics, artists, and activists are troubling and thickening existing fat studies literature.Weaving together academic articles and alternative forms of narration, including visual art and poetry, this edited collection captures multi-dimensional experiences of being fat in Canada. Together, the c...

The book is a collection of rhyme-sequence poems that were spiritually presented to the author during a challenging chapter of her life. She was adjusting to the transitions of both her husband and her mother in short succession when this enlightening period ensued. The poems are divided into two sections: Ponderings about Life and Ponderings about Romantic Love. They are intended to act as catalysts for readers who may be interested in delving deeper into their own awareness. It is the fe...

The First Guide to Understanding and Capitalizing on the $1 Trillion-Plus Loan Syndications and Trading Market!The Handbook of Loan Syndications and Trading is the first resource especially designed to equip institutional investors and professional money managers with expert analysis and insights on every key aspect of this rapidly growing financial market.Co-published by McGraw-Hill and the Loan Syndications and Trading Association (LSTA), The Handbook of ...

A concise and practical guide to preparing for the Canadian Securities ExamFor anyone dreaming of a career in the Canadian finance industry, whether in banking, brokerage, financial planning, or mutual funds, passing the Canadian Securities Exam is the first step on the path to success. But there's a lot of material to know and almost everyone needs a helping hand. Thankfully, the Canadian Securities Exam Fast-Track Study Guide is the perfect quick-review ...

International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Workbook and Guide is a one stop resource for understanding and applying current International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and offers:Easy-to-understand explanations of all IFRSs/IASs and IFRICs/SICs issued by the IASB/IASC up to March 2006Illustrative examplesPractical insightsWorked case studiesMultiple-choice questions with solutionsTechnically review...

Everything on Treasuries, munis, bond funds, and more!The bond buyer’s answer book—updated for the new economy“As in the first two editions, this third edition of The Bond Boo continues to be the ideal reference for the individual investor. It has all the necessary details, well explained and illustrated without excessive mathematics. In addition to providing this essential content, it is extremely well written.”—James B. ...

The legal, financial, and business primer to the M&A processMergers and Acquisitions offers accessible step-by-step guidance through the M&A process to provide the legal and financial background required to navigate these deals successfully. From the initial engagement letter to the final acquisition agreement, this book delves into the mechanics of the process from beginning to end, favoring practical advice and actionable steps over theoretical concepts....

Have you ever used a stochastic oscillator?Does your portfolio have spiders in it?Do you really know what a derivative is?From the creators of one of today’s most popular investing Web sites, The Investopedia Guide to Wall Speak presents in-depth definitions of the site’s most searched terms.Covering everything from the basics, such as asset, ...

In the current environment of cut-throat competition, razor-thin profit margins, and increasing scrutiny from stakeholders, mastering the fundamentals of financial management is a must for everyone with a stake in their companies and in their own professional futures. Packed with step-by-step examples and illustrative case studies, and updated to reflect the latest trends in the economy and in financial policy, Finance and Accounting for Nonfinancial Managers is a nuts-and-bolts g...

FINANCEFinancial managers and investment professionals need a solid foundation in finance principles and applications in order to make the best decisions in today's ever-changing financial world. Written by the experienced author team of Frank Fabozzi and Pamela Peterson Drake, Finance examines the essential elements of this discipline and makes them understandable to a wide array of individuals, from seasoned professionals looking to fine-tune their finan...

Become a “gold bull”—for more profits and less risk!Gold is among the best investments for meeting both long- and short- term goals—and the market has never been easier or cheaper to enter!All About Investing in Gold walks you through the often overlooked intricacies of investing in gold with a clarity and coherence you won’t find in other books. Using real-world examples and simple, jargon-free language, All About Investing in Gold illust...