Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Vol. LXVIII, Sept. 1910: A Dissertation on Banquets Interspersed with Various Recipes is a unique and engaging work that blends the technical world of civil engineering with the art of social gatherings and fine dining. Authored by George F. Swain, this volume stands out from the typical proceedings of the American Society of Civil Engineers by offering a witty, insightful, and often humorous exploration of the traditions, etiquette,...

If you enjoyed Midsomer Murders, you will love Rose Temple's Neighbourhood Watch series! Perfect for fans of Betty Rowlands, Faith Martin and Helen Cox.The sleepy village of Little Cote was meant to be a quieter pace of life for ex-Met PC Jemima Cotton. But she soon discovers, here a petty rivalry can erupt into full-blown murder . . .Police Officer Jemima Cotton expected Little Cote to be a quieter pace of life. But, unlike London...

WANT TO READ JUST ONE BOOK ABOUT AUTISM? READ THIS.Written by Temple Grandin – one of the world’s most well-known autistic thinkers – The Autistic Brain is the groundbreaking, insightful and inspirational bestseller that combines scientific research with real lived experience to offer an accessible, hopeful and practical look at what autism really is.'An extraordinary source of inspiration for autistic children, their parents - and all peop...

No one tells you how much paperwork there is after you die.I expected to wake up on a cloud where angels played harps and fed me grapes. Instead, I’m a ghost stuck in suburban Toronto. The only one who can see me is an unemployed grim reaper who'd rather play video games.Turns out the business of dying is a train wreck. But if there was ever a girl boss who could get it back on track, it’s me. All I need is a little help from my new roommate, whether they w...

Dreams. They're only dreams. Strange, brutal dreams, straight off the pages of an ancient Greek mythology book. That’s what Mandy Burkhardt tells herself, stocking shelves at the Occult Bookstore in Chicago.Her boss senses more. He feels something. An awakening. The prophecy. The others can, too, even if they can't quite put a finger on it.As the hidden power inside of her grows, an ancient spell comes to life, compelling her back to her rightful time and place: ancient Gre...

**A plain Regency governess...**in bed with the duke!A Scottish castle through the ages! Unceremoniously packed off to Scotland to care for the Duke of Lochmore's young son, practical widow Joane Langdale fears she will be ignored as always. But the deep connection and heated passion that develops between her and Benneit is far more dangerous! When Benneit is expected to propose to another, how dare Jo dream of becoming his duchess?

The idea that some people think differently, though no less humanly, is explored in this inspiring book. Temple Grandin is a gifted and successful animal scientist, and she is autistic. Here she tells us what it was like to grow up perceiving the world in an entirely concrete and visual way - somewhat akin to how animals think, she believes - and how it feels now. Through her finely observed understanding of the workings of her mind she gives us an invaluable insight into autism and its ch...

Lord Crayle's Secret WorldHolding a lord at gunpoint, Miss Sari Trevor wonders how it came to this. One look into the icy grey eyes of Michael D'Alency Alistair, Earl of Crayle and she knows she's out of her depth. But then, this enigmatic lord makes Sari a mysterious offer of employment...Although she challenges his rigid self-control, Sari is perfect for the secret agency of spies Michael manages. But helping tutor this daring beauty proves to be a sensua...

Ludicrous Legends is a hilarious new junior fiction series that reimagines myths in a fun way for early readers, 7 to 10 years old.Hector and his best friend, a centaur named Hylo, are about to be tested on Greek mythology by their teacher Mr Socrates. Join them as they come to grips with the mighty Minotaur, the famous Trojan Horse/Cow, and the terrifying Medusa whose snake-hair is definitely not keen on a haircut.A ludicrous, light-hearted and very loose ...

This started out as just your normal type of vacation. Sun, sea, and hopefully sex with my wife, after all we were going to enjoy 5 days away from the kids, just the two of us to relax.Except this vacation took a twist, a pretty big twist. You see on this vacation, it wasn't just me pushing my wife to explore her exhibitionist streak and expose more and more of her beautiful body, we had done that for years.On this vacation, I was pushing my wife more and more towards one i...

A pyrotechnic thriller for the 21st century, In the Evil Day summons up a world where everyone is under surveillance, where information is more dangerous than explosives, and where secrets are worth much more than human lives. Five people lie dead on the floor of a fortified Johannesburg mansion. In his hands, the solitary survivor holds his death warrant-a videotape. Powerful men and powerful nations will kill Con Niemand to keep it buried. The tape and the man must be erased. Pe...

Roy is an ordinary bird in every way. He is not the biggest, or the smallest. His squawk is not the loudest or the quietest. He even follows the same football team as everyone else. He was very normal except for one thing – he has ARMS. Absolutely nobody knows – and Roy would like to keep it that way...That Bird Has Arms is a story about difference and identity. It’s about learning to see that what sets you apart is what makes you strong, and it’s about pride in yo...