Our digital world is growing at an astounding pace. The ongoing collection, analysis, and dissemination of vast amounts of data is enriching society's collective knowledge and understanding, its genome, in unprecedented ways. Yet in this golden information age, no person or organization is immune from devastating, irreparable data loss, whether by natural disaster, cyber-attacks, or simple human error. Society's Genome is a clarion call to all data users creators and preservationists alike...

The firefly remembers a time when he didnt have the awesome glow. It was some time ago when he was a little bug, and the others made fun of him. He didnt have any friends. He wasnt invited to birthday parties. They said he wasnt special and wasnt worth anything.For a time, firefly believed those naysayers. That is, until he met a butterfly who experienced the same thing and offered some sage advice. Firefly was hopeful. Then, one day, he broke through his cocoon and experienced a t...

In the nineteenth-century United States, jokes, comic anecdotes, and bons mots about the Pacific Islands and Pacific Islanders tried to make the faraway and unfamiliar either understandable or completely incomprehensible (i.e., “other”) to American readers. A Laughable Empire examines this substantial archival corpus, attempting to make sense of nineteenth-century American humor about Hawai‘i and the rest of the Pacific world.Todd Nathan Thompson collects and inte...

Abraham Lincoln’s sense of humor proved legendary during his own time and remains a celebrated facet of his personality to this day. Indeed, his love of jokes—hearing them, telling them, drawing morals from them—prompted critics to dub Lincoln “the National Joker.” The political cartoons and print satires that mocked Lincoln often trafficked in precisely the same images and terms Lincoln humorously used to characterize himself. In this intriguing study, Todd Nathan Thompson considers the p...

Have you ever wondered why it can be so hard to get your nutrition, your fitness, and your health back on track? Have you tried the “calories in versus calories out” way of eating and done hours on hours of boring cardio without any results? Would you like to know the secret to achieving world-class nutrition and fitness in just minutes (not hours) per day? Would you like to finally overcome those cravings for foods you know are sabotaging your health, making you gain weight, and destroyin...

Truth spoken plainly and powerfully is difficult to dismiss and impossible to ignore. Edited with purpose by A. Gregory Frankson, AfriCANthology: Perspectives of Black Canadian Poets brings together some of Canada's most influential dub, page, and spoken word poetic voices and gives them space to speak freely about their personal journeys in piercing verse and unapologetic prose. Just as individual experiences of Blackness are diverse across Canada, each contributor recounts aspec...

A heartwarming novella in the Sweetwater Springs series from USA Today bestselling author Annie Rains, perfect for fans of RaeAnne Thayne and Debbie Mason.If Lacy Shaw could have one wish, it's that the past would stay in the past. And with her high school reunion coming up, she has no intention of reliving the worst four years of her life. Especially when all she has to show for the last decade is how the shy bookworm blossomed into...the shy town librari...

Revitalize Your Prosperity: Mastering the Mid-Life Financial MakeoverImagine turning the page on past money missteps and transforming your financial future—this book is your guiding light. "Money Matters After 40: A Comprehensive Financial Reboot" isn't just a finance book; it's the catalyst to the lifestyle you deserve as you enter the prime of your life.Step into a journey of clarity and confidence with Chapter 1, Understanding Your Financial Starting Point, that helps yo...

Unleash your leadership potential with "Suck It Up! - Strategies for Effective Leadership and Motivation," a comprehensive guide for both current and aspiring leaders. Explore the essence of impactful leadership in Chapter 1, delving into personal leadership styles and the importance of emotional intelligence. Learn the art of effective communication in Chapter 3 and master goal-setting in Chapter 4. Discover the power of positive reinforcement in Chapter 5 and cultivate resilience in Chap...

Uncover the counterintuitive truths of corporate success in "It's All Bullsh*t: Why C's Capture the Corner Office." Challenge the Myth of Meritocracy as we delve into how academic prowess doesn't always translate to real-world triumphs. Hear the stories of C-students who defied norms to reach the C-suite. Learn from entrepreneurial giants who prioritize creativity over conformity and gain financial insights often neglected in traditional education. Through real-life success tales and criti...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Discover the Magic of Living Large in Small SpacesImagine a life where every square foot serves a purpose, every item has meaning, and every day begins with the freedom that comes from decluttering not just your space but also your mind. Micro Mansion Magic: A Complete Guide to Tiny House Design & Construction invites you to explore the transformative power of tiny living.Dive into the heart of the tiny house movement with this com...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Master Nonprofit Accounting with Confidence and PurposeEmbark on a transformative journey where precise accounting meets purposeful mission in the nonprofit world.Nonprofit managers and accountants often find themselves at the intersection of passion and rigor. Money with a Mission: Nonprofit Accounting for Accountants and Managers serves as your guiding star in navigating this intricate landscape. This indispensable resource illum...