Los Angeles, 1916: Photographer Bill Ogden has opened a portrait studio in seedy Hollywood, where he is joined by his granddaughter, Flavia — a woman in need of a fresh start after bludgeoning her drunken, abusive husband to death. Though his business is mainly legit, Bill finds himself brushing up against the porn industry growing in the shadows of the motion picture mainstream.When a series of grisly murders take place across the city, Bill and his granddaughter are pulled into e...

Sinbad — now Captain of the Martian sand-pirate vessel The Blue Star — led an assault on the Imperial City, aiming to topple evil Emperor Akdhar and place young Prince Muqari, rightful Emperor of Mars, on the throne. The Prince and his guardian, the warrior-woman Qani, were to watch the battle from the safety of the hills, only entering the City if the outcome was in their favor. However, Muqari stealthily slipped away from Qani’s safe-keeping, apparently heading to the City by himself. Wh...

The simplest investing plan you'll ever follow ? and the most effective.You already know investing matters. But somewhere between the jargon, the market headlines and the nagging feeling that it's too complex (or too late), you're not sure your money is doing everything it should. The good news? Building serious wealth comes down to two things: the courage to start and knowing what key principles to follow. The One-Page Investing Plan will give you both.Scott Phillips has n...

The history of implementing ERP systems has shown that leaving the fate of your Enterprise Resource Planning project in the hands of software consultants and vendors may only create a false sense of security. Regardless of all the right intentions, software consultants are not all-knowing, have a limited ability to control the keys to project success, and are often the beneficiaries of cost overruns. When it comes to software vendors, their sales people will be long gone when it comes time...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This book presents comprehensive strategies that enable organizations to take charge of their Enterprise Resource Planning projects to drive success. The book is a detailed guide for making informed decisions during each project phase.The history of implementing ERP systems has shown that leaving the fate of your Enterprise Resource Planning project in the hands of software consultants and vendors may only create a false sense o...

"Breaking Chains: Overcoming the Grip of Compulsive Behaviors" is a practical and empowering guide to understanding and overcoming compulsive behaviors. Through scientific insights, personal stories, and proven strategies like mindfulness, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and holistic approaches, this book offers tools to break free from destructive cycles. Packed with self-assessment tools, success stories, and long-term recovery plans, it is an essential companion for anyon...

The history of implementing ERP systems has shown that leaving the fate of your Enterprise Resource Planning project in the hands of software consultants and vendors may only create a false sense of security. While the help of consultants is usually required, they are not all-knowing, have a limited ability to control the keys to project success, and are often the beneficiaries of cost overruns. When it comes to software vendors, their sales people will be long gone when it comes time to g...

Beyond Sound is a must-read for anyone who loves music technology and wants to build a career in this competitive, fast-paced world. Author Scott L. Phillips draws on his seventeen-year career as a technology trainer and educator, and his extensive network of music technology professionals, to present an intimate view of the exciting world of music technology. The book offers an in-depth consideration of music technology education, including looks at specific programs and a clear ...

"After Dinner Conversation" Magazine - June 2022The Money Box: A mysterious black box gives its users "unearned" money, but at what price?The Memory Thief: Alice is kidnapped, her mind is downloaded to the cloud, and, due to space limitations, her boyfriend must decide what memories make it into her new body.Tikkun Olam: A retired lawyer tries to help an at-risk youth, but feels s...

This book makes an innovative, sociologically informed contribution to academic and policy discussions about informal work, skills and training for lifelong learning (LLL) and the promise of decent work and just transitions for sustainable development. It does so with an explicit focus on challenges and opportunities as they shape informal economies and the experiences of informal workers in Latin America and the Caribbean, the Middle East and North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, Central and ...

Fulfilling a prophecy to save the world can drive a young woman mad as the enthralling epic fantasy series continues.Carol Rafel knows the lengths to which the sorcerer Kragan will go to impede the fulfillment of her prophecy: destroy the wielder of necrotic magic before she destroys him. Never far from Kragan’s evil grasp, she is struck down by his wicked spell.Carol’s assassin husband, Arn, has no choice but to cast aside his precious weapon to embrace a ...

Shaun the Shearer just wants to give smokin' haircuts to sheep; it's his calling. Unfortunately the other shearers on the station don't like Shaun's new-fangled ways - he even has a sheep-sheep instead of a sheep-dog! Cast from his shearing role, Shaun and his partner Pete the Sheep set up their own creative hair salon in town. Before long word is out and all the sheep in town are down for a do, and maybe even the big boys too!Adapted by the team at Monkey Baa from the picture book...