You are tired of carrying what you have carried for years. Maybe it is a wound from your marriage, a parent who never protected, a friend who betrayed a confidence in the hallway of the church where you went to meet God, or the failure you replay when the house is finally quiet. You have smiled and said you are fine while the debt you keep collecting grows interest against you, not them, and the sleep you lose is yours alone.This 30 day devotional meets you there, with 10 minutes a...

Let your imagination take flight with the fourth volume of this groundbreaking graphic novel fantasy anthology series, featuring short stories from some of today’s most legendary artists, including the series editor, Amulet creator Kazu Kibuishi!“Flight Volume Four is good to the last drop.”—Publishers WeeklyFrom a castaway’s adventures on an alien planet to the tale of an epic battle between two food merchants, this fourt...

In the spirit of Shrubs, a beautiful hard cider cookbook from the nation's first cider pubHard cider is far more than sweet apple juice with a kick. It is the fasted growing alcoholic beverage on the market today. After standing in the shadow of craft beer, hard cider is enjoying a much overdue renaissance. Craft Cider will uncover this unique beverage's history, the current state of cider in the marketplace, and recommend commercial ciders that r...

Aiming to help portrait photographers yield pleasing results with a variety of body types, this tutorial evaluates the subject’s appearance and suggests refining poses, providing tips to make sure each subject ends up with a result they like. Using before-and-after photos-and working through every region of the body from the head to the feet-acclaimed professional instructor Jeff Smith demonstrates simple posing adjustments and explains how various poses can conceal problem areas and maxim...

There are many aspects to professional photography: composition, camera angles, exposure, color balance, posing, and lighting- just to name a few. However, while each of these aspects of photography is important in the creation of a professional portrait, lighting presents a special challenge that is part art and part science. When the two come together effectively, the results are stunning; when any one aspect of the recipe falls short, the result is a poor exposure or a downright unflatt...

Consistency is the foundation upon which we build our lives and achieve our goals. Yet, in a world filled with endless distractions and competing priorities, maintaining consistency can feel like an insurmountable challenge. This is where "Mastering the Art of Consistency" steps in, offering a comprehensive and transformative guide to help you seamlessly incorporate consistency into every aspect of your life.Through this ebook, you will embark on a journey of self-discovery, learni...

I wish I could tell you when I began writing this book I had it all figured out and my broken pieces were mended. I wish I could tell you that life never brings challenges, trials or heartache when you find a relationship with God or that seeking God wholeheartedly, equates to a life held together. What I can tell you is that by the end of reading this book "God is still God!" The Bible reminds us in I Thessalonians 5:18 "In everything give thanks for this is the Will of God concerning you...

Presidents and Place: America's Favorite Sons highlights the interrelationship between America's leading political icons and various facets of space and place, including places of birth and death as well as regional allegiances, among others. The chapters examine the legacy of relationships between presidents and place in a variety of social and cultural forms, ranging from famous political campaigns to television series to developments in tourism. Beginning with the political iconography ...

In the tumultuous decades of rapid expansion and change between the American Founding and the Civil War, Americans confronted a cluster of overlapping crises whose common theme was the difficulty of finding authority in written texts. The issue arose from several disruptive developments: rising challenges to the traditional authority of the Bible in a society that was intensely Protestant; persistent worries over America's lack of a “national literature” and an independent cultural identit...

Discover the secrets of meaningful management Do you ever feel uncertain about what it means to be a good leader? This simple, reliable system for people management can help you handle any situation with confidence. Do you ever feel overwhelmed in your role as a manager? Learn how to refocus, increasing your team's performance, security, and growth by managing what matters. Do you struggle between supporting your team as human beings and maximizing their performance as employees? Create op...

Theorists of the soundtrack have helped us understand how the voice and music in the cinema impact a spectator's experience. James Buhler and Hannah Lewis edit in-depth essays from many of film music's most influential scholars in order to explore fascinating issues around vococentrism, the voice in cinema, and music’s role in the integrated soundtrack.The collection is divided into four sections. The first explores historical approaches to technology in the silent film, French cin...

With detailed, informative instructions for capturing personable and memorable yearbook photos, actor and model portfolios, and business, bridal, and children’s portraits, this exhaustive reference covers what photographers need to know to be successful. Emphasizing that the client is always the center of the photograph, this resource illustrates how to evaluate the customer to determine which features to downplay and which to accent. Tips for creating the perfect image through posing and ...