Investigative journalist Quinn Whitaker accepts an invitation to the glittering estate of the enigmatic magnate Laurence Ellison—and is drawn into a world where power is theater. But when a celebrated developer vanishes under suspicious circumstances, Quinn's pursuit of the truth begins to expose the fault lines in Ellison's empire. From sun-soaked yacht decks to City Hall corridors, from whispered deals to the walls that hide them all, The House on Ember Row is a taut, atmospheric descent...

This book of stunning maps is packed with fascinating facts, wonderful wildlife, and extraordinary stories that young readers will love getting lost inDiscover the history of humankind from a new perspective. This fascinating first snapshot of the world’s past, present, and future presents the world through the lens of latitude.Traveling north to south, kids will explore how great ideas spread around the globe from the earliest civilizations through to the ...

“Vastly informative and vastly entertaining…A scholarly and fascinating book.” —Los Angeles TimesWith dazzling wit and astonishing insight, Bill Bryson explores the remarkable history, eccentricities, resilience and sheer fun of the English language.From the first descent of the larynx into the throat (why you can talk but your dog can’t), to the fine lost art of swearing, Bryson explores English grammar and word origins as he tell...

After being arrested in 1986 charged with grand theft, William says he took a hard look at the man in the mirror, he had to decide which path he would take, with his first child on the way, he says the choice was easy, he would get on someone's job and hide from the shame of his arrest, William says he doesn't want anyone s past arrest or drug abuse to stop them from learning how to live a successful life in Sales, this book is not a lot of charts and graphs on how to excel in sales, it wa...

The Peabody Award–winning journalist shares stories and insights into our country and the crises we face in an "eloquent selection of . . . commentaries" ( Publishers Weekly, starred review).Millions of Americans have invited Bill Moyers into their homes over the years. With television programs covering topics from American history, politics, and religion to the role of media and the world of ideas, he has become one of America's most trusted journalists. ...

For me, Metro World Child always goes back to New York City. I'd like to tell you that when I first went there, I had it all figured out: A fire-year plan, a ten-year plan, a strategy for success, and a budget. But I had none of those. In fact, I had no idea how to make the whole thing work - I just knew I had to do something to rescue broken and hurting children. I spent years listening to so-called experts say that what was on my heart couldn't be done - especially in New York City. But ...

A cinematic celebration of college football's exploding influence and a rigorous look at how and why the sport may look totally new once again College football in 2025 would look unrecognizable to a fan, player, or coach from even the recent past. Between massive influxes of television money, dramatic conference realignments, a restructuring of how the game crowns its national champion, and even a full revision of what it means to be an "amateur" athlete, America's most popular sport is ru...

If you're like many future retirees in their fifties, you're facing a milestone in the next decade that can feel like an overwhelming deadline: retirement. If you're also a business owner or corporate executive, the pressure is greater because people outside your family depend on you. Are you prepared? Perhaps you have all the elements—robust savings, ample 401(k) investments, adequate insurance, even a rough exit plan at work—but you haven't connected them in a comprehensive strategy. In ...

In divorce and co-parenting, not only do parents need to deal with their own emotions, they may be faced with a daily barrage of hostile calls, texts, social media blasts, and/or emails. How can you regain a sense of control and peace for your own sake and for the kids? For more than a decade, the BIFF method of responding to hostile and misinforming conversation has been used by thousands of people. This book can help you reduce conflict and regain your sanity by teaching what to write, a...

In 'Buffalo Bill: Autobiography', William Frederick Cody, known as Buffalo Bill, provides a riveting account of his life as a legendary frontier scout, hunter, and showman. Through his vivid storytelling, Cody paints a picture of the American West during the late 19th century, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of that era. The book is written in a straightforward, yet engaging style, allowing readers to immerse themselves in Cody's adventures and experiences. As a prominent figure of ...

In 'Buffalo Bill: Autobiography', William Frederick Cody, known as Buffalo Bill, provides a riveting account of his life as a legendary frontier scout, hunter, and showman. Through his vivid storytelling, Cody paints a picture of the American West during the late 19th century, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of that era. The book is written in a straightforward, yet engaging style, allowing readers to immerse themselves in Cody's adventures and experiences. As a prominent figure of ...

The Instant New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Publishers Weekly Bestseller!Killing the Witches revisits one of the most frightening and inexplicable episodes in American history: the events of 1692 and 1693 in Salem Village, Massachusetts. What began as a mysterious affliction of two young girls who suffered violent fits and exhibited strange behavior soon spread to other young women. Rumors of demonic possession and witchcraft con...