"Mike was a very kind soul; he was a wonderful friend and I loved him."—Robert WagnerMike Connors was best known for his pivotal role as Joe Mannix on the television show that ran for eight seasons, but he had a long and storied career on the stage and screen prior to that. Yet, Mike was so much more than the characters he portrayed. In an industry that is not known for being kind to those who pursue it, Mike Connors held a reputation for excellence, professionalism, and, above all...

Take a tour of New Orleans with Grammy-nominated musician Troy Andrews and renowned illustrator Bryan Collier in this companion picture book to the Caldecott Honor and Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award winner Trombone Shorty.After letting his band down by missing rehearsal, a boy called Shorty has some serious questions about what it means to be a leader. He hits the streets of New Orleans to find some answers and to soak up some inspiration. Along the ...

The town of Belmar, on the Jersey Shore is home to the fishing boat Miss Patty, which is home for Tom. He thinks the town is his playground. He may be right.

This book focuses on sports coaching and sports teaching and how touching young sports participants has been redefined as dubious and dangerous. Coaches are constrained by a framework of regulations and guidelines which create anxiety, and many coaches now question the risks and benefits of their continuing involvement. The book includes some data from a recently completed ESRC project: (‘Hands-off’ sports coaching: the politics of touch) and builds on previous ESRC research (...

The Author shares with readers many of his experiences in revivals he conducted and others conducted. He also shares several of his soul winning one on on experences. Also is included in the book a personl guide for those who want to become soul winners or beter soul winners. Different ways to witness to the lost

This is a story about William Murdock. The time frame spans a thirty year period that starts in the mid forties and ends in the mid seventies. It takes Murdock from his childhood to adulthood and chronicles the adventures he encounters. His adventure starts with the accidental killing of an elderly man on the island of Jamaica. With no passport he leaves the island by boat and is stopped by a Cuban gun boat. He is arrested as a spy and sentenced to ten years on a work farm. He meets Joseph...

This companion title to Trombone Shorty—Caldecott Honor, Coretta Scott King Award and Odyssey Honor winner—is a well-tuned, beautiful visual and auditory exploration of a beloved community as Shorty visits the streets of New Orleans to find answers on how to be a leader in his band.

Boomer, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, is unable to yip. Boomer lives with Nana Weathers, a musician who possesses a magical ring. Boomer quickly bonds with Nana's nine-year-old granddaughter, Chloe, who has a stutter. Her big wish is to sing like Nana. Chloe and Boomer make new friends at dog obedience school and grow their confidence. By teaming up in the music room and gaining a little help from their friends, will Chloe and Boomer find their voices?

Get ready for a lively journey in the neighborhood woods to find a lost ball as Bullwrinkle comes face to face with The Mud Monster! His funny antics and imagination may bring Bullwrinkle more than he bargained for as he goes against his mother's rules. You and your kids will love this fun story with great characters, charm, humor and a lesson to learn.

Nana Weathers invites the Moritas and their daughter, Kiko, for a cookout. Suddenly, the police call Mr. Morita about a break-in at his business. Everyone springs into action, including Boomer and friends. Meanwhile, an unexpected complication sidelines Kiko from swimming practice. Will the intruders who broke into Mr. Morita's business be identified, and will Kiko be able to get back in the water?

When Shannon's relatives take a trip, they leave their parrot, Bongo, in her care. She soon learns that Bongo squawks mean words. Nana Weathers, Boomer, Chloe, and Shannon involve Bongo in their musical activities to encourage better behavior. Meanwhile, the group learns that another basketball player is bullying Robbie on the court. How will the group help him? And can they help Bongo leave bullying behind?

This companion title to Trombone Shorty – Caldecott Honor, Coretta Scott King Award & Odyssey Honor winner – is a well-tuned, beautiful visual and auditory exploration of a beloved community as Shorty visits the streets of New Orleans to find answers on how to be a leader in his band.