The story of one of the most important and least-understood jobs in moviemaking-film editing-is here told by one of the wizards, Ralph Rosenblum, whose credentials include six Woody Allen films, as well as The Pawnbroker, The Producers, and Goodbye, Columbus. Rosenblum and journalist Robert Karen have written both a history of the profession and a personal account, a highly entertaining, instructive, and revelatory book that will make any reader a more aware movie-viewer....

A fascinating book about our struggle to forgive—and how we can—from a renowned psychologist and award-winning author.Why do we harden our hearts, even against those we want to love? Why do we find it so hard to admit being wrong? Why are the worst grudges the ones we hold against ourselves? When we nurse our resentments, Robert Karen says, we are acting from an insecure aspect of the self that harbors unresolved pain from childhood. But we also have a forgiving se...

150 of the World's Funniest and Most Delightful Christmas CardsKaren Robert has spent the last several years tracking down the wonderful and wacky Christmas cards represented in this book—the best out of tens of thousands she has reviewed. Featuring everything from young couples in love, classic kids-'n'-dogs, and quirky workplace situations to every incarnation of Santa—fat, thin, young, old, canine—these cards will surprise you with their irrepressible creativity. Some are heartw...

We are pleased to announce that The Blossoming of Women has been awarded:?2023 Foreword Indies Book Award Finalist ? Women's Studies?2023 Chanticleer International Book Awards Finalist ? Mind & Spirit?2024 Next Generation Indies Book Awards Finalist ? Two categories: Inspirational and Self-HelpUnlock a new purpose in your later years and embark on a journey of self-discovery with The Blossoming of Women. Learn how to overcom...

Growing up, Ebony Morgan and her sister, Essence, were textbook twins. From their appearance, to the way they walked and talked, Ebony and her sister were indistinguishable. But as they got older, Essence emerged as the leader of the two and Ebony became less of a mirror image and more like a shadow. Now at college, Essence is no longer interested in 'twinning.' In fact, she wants nothing more than to put distance between her and Ebony. That desire leads Essence down a troubling path. Deva...

The infant daughter of wealthy Colombo socialites, Cat feels unloved and unwanted by her parents. Her nanny Seelawathie becomes the focus of her fierce attachment – friend, confidante, mother figure and only refuge. Seelawathie, young, beautiful and vulnerable, meets Cat’s uncle Rick and finds that love, like everything else in her life doesn’t come easy. In flouting the dictates of a rigid social divide, Seelawathie must brave society’s condemnation - and Cat, still a child, must bear wit...

Presence in the Online World: A Contemplative Perspective and Practice Guide for Educators is an edited collection that addresses the question of how we can bring the insights of contemplative pedagogy into the space of online learning. While the digital space can be one of distraction and disconnection, contemplative pedagogy offers time-honored practices that focus on cultivating mindful presence, awareness, transformative growth, and deep connection. These practices can help le...

Many kids dream of being professional gymnasts, even from an early age. But they simply do not know what it really takes to get to that level. The elite gymnasts that they see participating in competitions may seem glamorous and may make the sport look easy. But success comes from a lot of hard work and intense training. This book explains many of the aspects of training and exercise that are needed to become good at gymnastics. A young person who uses this information to become stronger a...

"Unlock the Secret to a Sharper Mind and a Healthier Life with the 'Brain Diet Cookbook'! With mouthwatering recipes and expert guidance, this cookbook will revolutionize the way you eat and boost your brain health in just one meal.\ "- Transform your brain health with every bite, and experience improved memory, focus, and cognitive function in just 30 days!- Revitalize your mind and body with nutrient-dense meals that are easy to make and taste delicious.- Discover the conn...

The Whiffle Ball KillerBy: Karen RobertsThe Whiffle Ball Killer is an account through the eyes of a young woman from a different culture living in the area of the Green River Killings. She details her turbulent life with her husband and her suspicions about him, all while navigating the damaging string of misunderstandings in dealing with local and federal agencies and seeking help to escape an abusive marriage.About the AuthorKaren Roberts attended Green Ri...

In the 1970s, Argentina was the leader in the “Dirty War,” a violent campaign by authoritarian South American regimes to repress left-wing groups and any others who were deemed subversive. Over the course of a decade, Argentina's military rulers tortured and murdered upwards of 30,000 citizens. Even today, after thirty years of democratic rule, the horror of that time continues to roil Argentine society.Argentina has also been in the vanguard in determining how to preserve sites of...

Unlock a new purpose in your later years and embark on a journey of self-discovery with The Blossoming of Women. Learn how to overcome challenges and embrace growth in this powerful book.BENEFITS:Discover a new sense of purpose and fulfillment in your later yearsLearn how to overcome challenges and use them as opportunities for growth and transformationHIGHLIGHTS:Find en...