Quentin Tarantino is an acclaimed filmmaker who is best known for writing and directing a slew of magnificent films, ranging from ‘Reservoir Dogs’ to ‘Inglourious Basterds’ to ‘Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood’. But how did he do it? How did Quentin transform himself from a film fan into a filmmaker praised for his distinctive style? Well, to find out, please check out ‘Fame: Quentin Tarantino’ – a brand-new biographical comic book that chronicles his life and career.

To the world at large, Tim Burton is a prolific American filmmaker, artist, and producer known for his quirky gothic style and for directing such films as ‘Beetlejuice’, ‘Batman’, and ‘Edward Scissorhands’. He’s also known for helping to develop the popular TV series, ‘Wednesday’, and for working alongside the likes of Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter. But beyond all that, what else is Tim known for? What else did he create, and how did he become so prolific? Well, to find out, please ...

"Each tale leaves you gasping at the almost nonchalant, offhand accounts of extraordinary courage and dangers. This is a pageturner of a book." -Journal of Naval Engineering The Royal Naval Commandos had one of the most dangerous and important tasks of any unit in World War II. They were first onto the invasion beaches and they were the last to leave. Their remarkable story, from their early formation and their training to the invasions they spearheaded, is told here through a series of br...

This book explores the subject of marijuana and prompts us to consider the conversations we can have with our children about alcohol and drugs. This highlights the need for mandating a curriculum in schools that focuses on educating students about drugs and alcohol.Children are tragically losing their lives every day. Schools and parents must educate them about drugs and alcohol before they encounter these topics on the streets. This book emphasizes the necessity of integrating and ...

A key biblical Scripture verse--often neglected in importance--becomes one of the most critical teachings of our Christian faith: "If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake, and for the sake of the gospel, will save it." This book highlights how this basic teaching comes alive in some of the greatest biblical texts.

A look at the lives of two influential men during the reign of Elizabeth I: William Cecil, Lord Burghley, and his son, Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury.Lord Burghley served three Tudor Monarchs in an unparalleled rise to power during the reign of Elizabeth I and his political influence on state matters, his remarkable close bond to the queen, and the self-sacrifice in his service to the state and crown, are closely examined in this unprecedented work. The life and c...

Davey Swag is not your average pirate. Orphaned as a nipper by the demonically evil Henry Morgan, he sets out on a pathof revenge that will take him far across the Caribbean to the island home of a very peculiar legend.Curse of the Voodoo Ostrich is a tale of magic, mystery and…and really ugly birds that just won’t stay dead.

Informed by decades of researching tropical Asian forests, a comprehensive, up-to-date, and beautifully illustrated synthesis of the natural history of this unique place.Trees and Forests of Tropical Asia invites readers on an expedition into the leafy, humid, forested landscapes of tropical Asia—the so-called tapovan, a Sanskrit word for the forest where knowledge is attained through tapasya, or inner struggle. Peter Ashton and David Lee...

David Lee Stone has been a chronic oversharer since the moment he first learned to talk. In this brutally honest memoir told through a series of therapy sessions David recounts many hilarious tales from the 80s and 90s, recounting the lessons he’s learned. These include cautionary tales on why it’s never a good idea to deal with retail customers' complaints using a sock puppet, why it was entirely possible to order obscene items that didn’t exist back in the glorious days of Blockbuster Vi...

David Lee is a major figure in American letters: the author of fifteen books of poetry, a celebrated teacher, a legendary reader in classrooms, bookstores, and taverns; and the first poet laureate of Utah. His work is full of the most various qualities: soul-crushing tragedy, lyrical celebration, high comedy, storytelling ebullience. Rusty Barbed Wire: Selected Poems, now with us at last, brings to the community of readers raw power and radical beauty.

Where Is the Evidence is an honest and deeply personal collection of poetry by Marine Corps Infantry veteran David Thompson that explores service, identity, trauma, healing, family, and hope. Written during a season of reflection, counseling, and personal growth, these poems invite readers into the quiet places of life where many of our most important questions are asked but seldom spoken.For many people, the hardest experiences are not the ones we endure but the o...

Showcasing two influential decades of home runs, stolen bases, and national heroes, David Lee Poremba invites us to take an in-depth look back through the history of baseball in The American League: The Early Years. Poremba has collected over 200 images and captions in this new volume that documents the fledgling American League and its charismatic teams, from its creation in 1901 to its lively rebirth as America's Pastime in 1920. Founded nearly a century ago when Western League President...