A Ms. Magazine Most Anticipated BookA devastating investigation into the "corporate poverty complex"—the myriad businesses that profit from the poorPoverty is big business in America. The federal government spends about $900 billion a year on programs that directly or disproportionately impact poor Americans, including antipoverty programs such as the earned income tax credit, Medicaid, and affordable housing vouchers and subsidies....

People move out to move up. As in the case with other migrant groups, the mobility experienced by international students is a form of social mobility, and one that requires access from a host state. But there are multiple institutions with which students interact and that influence the processes of social mobility. Outward and Upward Mobilities investigates the connection between student and institution.This edited collection features work by key scholars in the field and ...

Big battles may be fought with APCs and battleships, but when small West Virginia town goes back through time and space to land in Thuringia, Germany in 1631, there are bigger battles to fight. Ones the military might struggle with. The kind meant for octogenarians, parents, and teens. Whether their goal is preserving the past, ensuring the future, or making the world a better place, these volunteers aren't going to accept "it can't be done" as the answer.Some of their goals may so...

The book is a dedication to my Mother, thanking her for loving me, for being my biggest fan and for teaching me the importance of loving myself, for believing in me, when at times, I did not believe in myself. A Mother Love, is similar to a gorgeous blanket that is wrapped in love and carries you through out this lifetime.

One day while speaking with one of the telemarketers on removing my name and address from their solicitors list, I decided to transform the encounter into one that is positive, uplifting and leaves both myself and the customer care individual soaring through the clouds. I thought to myself, often times folks will wish you a lovely day, week or on New Years a Happy New Year, which is certainly nice. However, I noticed several decades prior while traveling throughout Europe , South America a...

The book is a dedication to my Dad, thanking him for all of the love, patience and wisdom he has bestowed upon me and my siblings during his lifetime. The book is a tribute to a truly Wonderful Dad, who spoke words of strength, wisdom and positive perspectives into my life , molding me into the person I have become today. Thank you, Dad for believing in me. A Dad's Love, words or wisdom & Papa bear protection over his children and family far exceeds powerful. It is Eternal.

Vacation time is approaching and the dinosaurs are planning to have some fun, but where will they go?These friendly dinosaurs are dreaming of where they can go to get away. And when their dino friends arrive, they begin thinking about all the fun things they want to try. But with the whole world at their feet, where will they go and what will they do?Will they romp, frolic, or stomp their feet; or maybe they will travel to a faraway place? Everyone knows dinosaurs can be ...

Goldy the Puppy is having a birthday and she is going to the puppy spa! Will she get curly pigtails, colorful bows, or a unicorn braid? Or will brother and sister realize they love Goldy, just the way she is?With Goldy’s party quickly approaching, brother and sister give her a birthday spa day. When they can’t decide what to do with Goldy's soft fluffy fur, they imagine her with fun, new puppy hairstyles. What will they choose for Goldy’s new do?Will the golden doggie get...

A mystery is afoot. Where have all the lost socks gone?Brother can’t understand why he has so many mismatched socks. No matter where he looks, he can’t find two that are the same. And now he’s sure his favorite stripy footwear must be getting gobbled up by a hungry sock-monster!Brother teams up with Sister to check inside the hamper and under the bed. But there are no missing spotted stockings to be seen. But wait, there’s their little pup sneaking around with a big grin ...

The ninja friends need a break and are ready to disappear! Will they go to the desert, the mountains, or stay close by?These adventurous ninjas are ready for their vacations. The old ninjas and some new have come together to enjoy all the fun and adventure the world has to offer. But with so many choices at their fingertips, where will they go and what will they do?They can't wait to begin the fun with movies, amusement parks, monster trucks, and more on th...

The jingle bells have stopped jangling, and now these elves want a break. Will they pick a beach or a snow-covered mountain?Santa’s little helpers are ready for their own vacation. After a busy holiday season all around the world, the elves can’t wait to visit someplace fun. But with the whole planet at their fingertips, where will they go and what will they do?With hiking, biking, cruising, and snoozing all on their list, they’re excited to try everything out for themsel...

Oh, no, there are no sweets left on the magical branches! What’s a clever young witch to do?Ruby can’t believe what she’s seeing. Her favorite trees have lost all their candy! And the Amber Fairies who usually help fix up her home are nowhere to be found.Now Ruby is worried her normally beautiful garden won’t look perfect for the upcoming festival. But when she finally tracks down her friends, there’s a ginormous problem: They’ve run out of magic dust!Can Ruby hel...