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The Fantasies of Future Things: A Novel
by Doug JonesIn this powerful debut reminiscent of Barry Jenkins&’s Moonlight, two men in Atlanta reconcile their human dignity against the price of their professional ambitions working for a real estate development company displacing Black residents in preparation for the 1996 Olympics.Daily interactions between Jacob and Daniel are a powder keg of sexual tension and uncertainty. A recent Morehouse graduate and Brooklyn transplant, Jacob fears that accepting the truth of his sexuality will disappoint the hopes his parents have for him to lead a respectable life. Grieving the death of his mother while searching for answers about a father he has never known, Daniel, an Atlanta native, has resigned himself to the reality that men who love men don&’t have happy endings. When Jacob meets Sherman, a social worker fighting for one of the families being displaced by the project, he must decide if rejecting security is worth the risk of embracing the unknown. In the midst of navigating his grief, and volatile relationship with Jacob, Daniel learns of his father&’s identity. Though meeting his father could provide Daniel with the closure he has always sought, the distance between what Daniel wants and what he&’s willing to do for it remains a question only he can answer.
The Houdini Club: The Epic Journey and Daring Escapes of the First Army Rangers of WWII
by Mir BahmanyarHighlighted by the prisoner-of-war escapes that earned them the name &“The Houdini Club,&” here is the elite combat odyssey of World War II&’s &“Darby&’s Rangers&” as never told before—drawing on previously unknown sources and former Army Ranger Mir Bahmanyar&’s exclusive, uncensored interviews with the greatest generation of Rangers themselves.This thrilling, personality-driven account of the first United States Army Ranger battalions follows an extraordinary band of American soldiers from their rugged Ranger training to their battles in North Africa, France, Sicily, and mainland Italy, and (for some) finally back to American shores. Drawing upon unprecedented historical research, military-service expertise, exclusive interviews, and personal correspondence with original Greatest Generation Army Rangers, The Houdini Club is an uncensored work of military history, encapsulating both the history and personal drama of World War II Special Forces warfare. From the abundant tales of glory to the tales of misery, fear, and murderous intent, the utter exhaustion and thrill of combat, and the devastating final battle that all but destroyed them, The Houdini Club puts readers on the ground alongside the Rangers who made victory in Europe possible, portraying in gritty detail the lives and acts of one of the American military&’s greatest collection of men.
Genocide Bad: Notes on Palestine, Jewish History, and Collective Liberation
by Sim KernPart activist memoir, part crash course in Jewish and Palestinian history, Genocide Bad dismantles Zionist propaganda and maps a course towards collective liberation in ten unapologetic essays. Part activist memoir, part crash course in Jewish and Palestinian history, Genocide Bad dismantles Zionist propaganda in ten unapologetic essays. Drawing connections between Biblical promises and exploding pagers, medieval dress codes and modern-day apartheid, Kern sketches a sweeping history of imperialism with their characteristic blend of far-ranging research, pop-culture insights, and scathing humor.Kern, a former teacher, journalist, novelist, and book influencer, gained international recognition as an anti-Zionist Jewish activist in the days after October 7th, 2023. At a time when social media was flooded with &“I Stand with Israel&” posts, Kern started sharing content encouraging their followers to read Palestinian books, learn Palestinian history, and question Western reporting on Palestine—videos which went viral into tens of millions of views.Despite facing hate messages, death threats, and exile from the Zionist Jewish community, Kern has remained steadfast in their advocacy over the past year. They&’ve posted daily videos on Palestinian, Jewish, and colonial history, and they&’ve raised over $500,000 in direct aid for families in Gaza—all while navigating the challenges of pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting a newborn. In Genocide Bad, Kern reflects on the life experiences that led them to anti-Zionist activism, while capturing and expanding upon their online educational content.Kern doesn&’t flinch when confronting the horrors of genocides past and present, but there is also tremendous hope contained in these pages—hope that springs from examples of courage and resilience in the face of extreme violence, and from the kinds of resistance that might just lead to our collective liberation.
Property of the Revolution: From a Cuban Barrio to a New Hampshire Mill Town—A Memoir
by Ana Hebra Flaster&“Written with the vividness of a poet and the reflexivity of an auto-ethnographer . . . a classic story about displacement, resilience, and triumph, Property of the Revolution offers fresh perspectives and a deeper understanding of the intersectional meanings of home, country, and family.&”—Richard Blanco, 2013 Presidential Inaugural Poet, author of The Prince of Los Cocuyos: A Miami Childhood. In this sweeping, historical, yet intimate memoir, the author details her family&’s transformation from pro-Castro revolutionaries in a scrappy Havana barrio to refugees in a New Hampshire mill town—a timeless and timely tale of loss and reinvention.Ana Hebra Flaster was six years old when her working-class family was kicked out of their Havana barrio for opposing communism. Once devoted revolutionaries themselves but disillusioned by the Castro government&’s repressive tactics, they fled to the US. The permanent losses they suffered—of home, country, and loved ones, all within forty-eight hours—haunted her multigenerational family as they reclaimed their lives and freedom in 1967 New Hampshire. There, they fed each other stories of their scrappy barrio—some of which Hebra Flaster has shared on All Things Considered—to resurrect their lost world and fortify themselves for a daunting task: building a new life in a foreign land. Weaving pivotal events in Cuba–US history with her viejos&’—elders&’—stories of surviving political upheaval, impossible choices, and &“refugeedom,&” Property of the Revolution celebrates the indomitable spirit and wisdom of the women warriors who led the family out of Cuba, shaped its rebirth as Cuban Americans, and helped Ana grow up hopeful, future-facing—American. But what happens when deeply buried childhood memories resurface, demanding an adult&’s reckoning? Here&’s how the fiercest love, the most stubborn will, and the power of family put nine new Americans back on their feet.
On Isabella Street
by Genevieve GrahamInstant Bestseller From #1 bestselling author Genevieve Graham comes a gripping novel set in Toronto and Vietnam during the turbulent sixties about two women caught up in powerful social movements and the tragedy that will bring them together—perfect for fans of Kristin Hannah&’s The Women.Toronto, 1967. Two young women with different backgrounds, attitudes, and aptitudes are living in an exciting but confusing time, the most extreme counter-culture movement the modern world has ever seen. They have little in common except for the place they both call home: an apartment building on Isabella Street. Marion Hart, a psychiatrist working in Toronto&’s foremost mental institution, is fighting deinstitutionalization—the closing of major institutions in favour of community-based centres—because she believes it could one day cause major homelessness. When Daniel Neumann, a veteran with a debilitating wound, is admitted to the mental institution, Marion will learn through him that there is so much more to life than what she is living. Sassy Rankin, a budding folk singer and carefree hippy from a privileged family, joins protests over the Vietnam War and is devastated that her brother chose to join the US Marines. At the same time, she must deal with the truth that her comfortable life is financed by her father, a real estate magnate bent on gentrifying the city, making it unaffordable for many of her friends. The strength of their unlikely friendship means that when one grapples with a catastrophic event, the other must do all she can to make it right. Inspired by the unfettered optimism and crushing disillusionment of the sixties, On Isabella Street is an extraordinary novel about the enduring bonds of friendship and family and the devastating cost of war.
Girl, Groomed
by Carol OdellFans of Lori Gottlieb&’s, Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, and horse lovers alike will appreciate this therapist&’s intimate journey in &“the other chair&” as she strives to untangle the trauma from her equestrian childhood that now threatens her marriage.Raw and riveting, Girl, Groomed is seasoned psychotherapist Carol Odell&’s evolving story of coming to terms with the impacts of her own history of sexual abuse and violence at the hands of a predatory horse trainer who, for far too much of her young life, held all the reins. Set in the equestrian world of Virginia, this candid memoir details how, starting at ten years old, Carol falls under the spell of Clarentine, the charismatic—and explosively violent—owner of the stables just down the hill from her house. In tandem with that story, Carol examines the multi-faceted consequences of the complex trauma that resulted from the exploitive relationship Clarentine cultivated with her—including the resulting crisis she blindly imposes on her marriage. Chapters toggle back and forth between scenes of her childhood growing up jumping horses on the show circuit and the therapy sessions she later undergoes as an adult. Using her own journey as an example, Carol demonstrates in this insightful memoir how unintegrated trauma limits us and our connection with others—and how the work of uncovering and reintegrating &“what we do with what happens to us&” can become the very source of our liberation.
The Night We Got Stuck in a Story
by Ben MillerLana must rescue her brother from an evil queen in this sequel to the illustrated middle grade fantasy adventure The Day I Fell into a Fairy Tale from actor, author, and comedian Ben Miller—perfect for fans of Half Upon a Time and Land of Stories!When Lana and Harrison stay with their grandparents, one of their favorite places to play is a large hollow tree that made their adventures feel magical long before they were first transported into a fairy tale. But during their latest visit, the two discover the tree is set to be demolished. That night, a magical golden thread leads them up through the hollow of the tree into a storybook land, where wind and rain rage and a fearsome beast terrifies all who live there. The siblings try to help, but things only get worse when Harrison gets kidnapped by the evil queen. Now, Lana must do whatever it takes to find him, save the villagers, and restore the balance of the storybook world in order to save their beloved landmark.
Your Shopping Superpower: Follow Your Values and Better Your World One Purchase at a Time
by Diane OsgoodYour Shopping Superpower provides an insightful guide and strategies for shoppers to align the contents in their carts with their personal values.Are there harmful toxins in your food and body care? Who makes the products you purchase and under what conditions? What impact does the production of these items have on the environment? If 70% of the U.S. economy is driven by consumer spending, then every purchase we make has a physical and social impact on the world. Unfortunately, our shopping choices can unintentionally contribute to climate change and social injustice. Many people wish they could do more to combat these unjust and unsustainable outcomes. So what is the connection between our purchases and this impact? Your Shopping Superpower explores this important question and offers a comprehensive guide that navigates toward positive and sustainable shopping practices by providing pragmatic tips, tools and revealing how our habits can help reduce climate change, support companies with equitable workplace conditions, and foster diverse, local businesses. Broken into categories including People, Planet, Community, and Health, Diane Osgood expands on key issues regarding climate degradation, labor exploitation, products containing carcinogens and toxins, and the importance of supporting local, women-owned, and minority-owned businesses while covering an array of products that include food, fashion, gifts, household items, and personal care. Addressing shoppers&’ doubts about whether consumer choices truly have an impact and their concerns about costs and accessibility, Osgood shows how making these easy changes fosters happiness. With helpful diagrams and firsthand stories on climate and social injustice, Your Shopping Superpower informs and guides shoppers on how to: Implement one change per week Identify trustworthy certifications, rating systems, and apps Detect greenwashing and other misleading marketing Determine which purchases to switch for maximum impact Handle and approach choices that aren&’t easy or affordable By changing what we buy, we can initiate the change in our economy's environmental footprint and social impact. To enact change, we must start simple; it&’s about progress, not perfection.
Conquer Your Future
by Hubert HumphreyDiscover the replicable system that turned ambition into billion-dollar success in Conquer Your Future—the ultimate guide to achieving greatness in business and beyond.Conquer Your Future is not just another recounting of corporate success or entrepreneurial endeavors, it chronicles Humphrey&’s meteoric ascent to business success—including the triumph of three-billion-dollar market cap companies. This book goes far beyond biography, it is a personal blueprint for achieving unparalleled success of your own. Humphrey prides himself on the dependable, replicable formula that disrupted the insurance industry and made him a millionaire many times over. In Conquer Your Future, you&’ll learn that system through and through, alongside a laundry list of actionable insights, essential do's and don&’ts, and precious pearls of wisdom: all the tools and knowledge to turn your vision into achievement. What you&’ll find in this book: Global Footprint: From the humble streets of South Macon, Georgia to major hubs like Canada, Taiwan, the Philippines, Japan, the UK, and Mexico, Humphrey&’s narratives span continents, offering readers a uniquely international perspective on business. Hands-On Wisdom: With four plus decades in marketing and finance, Humphrey shares stories that impart actionable strategies that have been tried, tested, and triumphed. Hubertisms: These foundational principles, unique to the book, distill Humphrey&’s years of experience into bite-sized insights. For example, the principle &“Leading from the Front&” is a lens into Humphrey&’s proactive leadership style. Addressing the Business Reality: With a staggering number of businesses stumbling early on, Humphrey&’s guidance is invaluable. He sheds light on: a proven system that prevents common entrepreneurial missteps. tangible, inspiring stories over theoretical jargon. his &“kingmaker philosophy&” that accentuates the importance of elevating and supporting peers, underlining the essence of collaborative success. Conquer Your Future is a toolkit. Humphrey&’s fusion of compelling narratives and practical insights provides readers with both inspiration and tangible strategies. Whether you&’re at the onset of your business journey or a seasoned professional, this book stands apart as an indispensable guide to success.
Mostly French: Recipes from a Kitchen in Provence (A Cookbook)
by Makenna HeldFrom the young American woman who bought Julia Child&’s home in the South of France sight-unseen, Mostly French is a love letter to the food and place; it is lushly photographed, filled with more than 100 modern recipes, and for anyone who loves France and Julia Child. &“[Held] shares her unfussy cooking methods and seasonal recipes that can be recreated anywhere.&” —The Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionMostly French is a stunningly beautiful cookbook developed and photographed at La Pitchoune, Julia Child&’s home in Provence. Inspired by the olive trees and hills of lavender, thyme, and wild asparagus, author and cooking instructor Makenna Held shares 150 recipes that pay homage to the serenity of Southern France. Through dishes such as Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Sumac, Caprese with Peaches and Strawberries, and Lavender Salted Caramels, among dozens of others that lean into France and ease, she channels the best of French cooking: simple ingredients, technique, and balanced flavors. But just as deliciously, Mostly French is Makenna&’s story of finding herself in the slower pace of the French countryside. She lives with the spirit of Julia Child and honors her legacy, while forging her own path as a cook and teacher. In the narrative woven throughout the introductory material and recipe headnotes, Makenna writes as much about developing as a person as she does about developing delicious recipes. What makes this book special is Makenna&’s classic French staples—Roasted Tomato &“Jam,&” Dream Vinaigrette, and sauces like an easy Hollandaise, put to use next to meal-sized salads, roasts, and omelettes that make a meal. With tips and tricks, and an extensive section on cheese and charcuterie boards for the golden hour of L&’Apero, this cookbook will delight anyone with its modern approach to everyday French cooking.
Damage Detection and Structural Health Monitoring of Concrete and Masonry Structures: Novel Techniques and Applications (Springer Tracts in Civil Engineering)
by Hashem Jahangir Harish Chandra Arora José Viriato Araújo Dos Santos Krishna Kumar Aman Kumar Nishant Raj KapoorThis book offers the use of artificial intelligence, image processing, model analysis, laser scanners, shearography, drones, contourlet, wavelet, signal processing techniques and other SHM techniques to detect the damages in the concrete as well as masonry structures. Corrosion is one major factor that causes reinforced concrete structures to deteriorate over time. However, the degrading process is not evenly distributed throughout the structure. The damage can be detected timely and the structure's degradation model can be updated with the help of proper monitoring and inspection techniques. The damages in the masonry structures may happen due to moisture ingress, cracking, mortar failure, settlement and spalling, etc. Structure health monitoring (SHM) may assist in understanding the structures deterioration mechanisms and reducing the ongoing deterioration in a scientific manner. A complete detail of both the traditional and cutting-edge approaches used in the SHM process is described in this book. The latest non-destructive techniques and semi-destructive techniques shall also be discussed in this book. This book aids academics and industry professionals with recent developments in SHM techniques. Additionally, it encourages researchers in coming up with creation of newer applications in structural engineering.
Bioactive Phytochemicals in By-products from Leaf, Stem, Root and Tuber Vegetables
by Mohamed Fawzy RamadanThis book offers a comprehensive overview of bioactive phytochemicals within by-products from leaf, stem, root, and tuber vegetables, and it explores the valorisation of these vegetable cultivation and processing by-products, not only as a source of valuable bioenergy but also for health purposes. Divided into 16 chapters, the book begins with an introduction to the economic significance of biowaste generated from vegetable cultivation and processing, setting the stage for subsequent chapters that cover the phytochemical, nutritional, biochemical and physicochemical properties of vegetable processing wastes and their multifaceted applications. Readers will find valuable insights into the valorisation of process by-products from diverse vegetables like cabbage, spinach, watercress, asparagus, celery, kohlrabi, beetroot, carrot, celeriac, turnip, sweet potato, potato and taro. In each chapter, readers will find an economic perspective for each biowaste, the chemical analysis of the bioactive compounds, their biological and functional properties, and relevant food and non-food applications of extracts and bioactive compounds from vegetable by-products. This book, coupled with its companion volume, " Bioactive Phytochemicals in By-products from Bulb, Flower and Fruit Vegetables" serves as an indispensable tool for students, scholars, and researchers seeking to expand their knowledge within this field in agricultural and nutritional sciences. It also extends its relevance to professionals within the food industry, offering the latest insights and findings from cutting-edge research.
Chitosan for Biomaterials V: Insight into Pharmaceutical Uses (Advances in Polymer Science #295)
by R. JayakumarThis volume offers an overview of Chitosan's role in facilitating peptide and biomolecule delivery, microbial resistance in wound care, tissue engineering, hemostasis, and drug delivery. It further delves into the challenges and potential applications of chitosan and its chemically modified derivatives within the pharmaceutical industry, with a particular focus on ocular and oral drug delivery, as well as targeted drug delivery systems. Moreover, this volume sheds light on the prominent use of chitosan and its derivatives, whether in their original forms or as membranes, beads, scaffolds, or films, within the domains of tissue engineering, wound healing, and hemostasis. Collectively, this comprehensive exploration aims to enhance our understanding of recent advancements and innovative chitosan-based systems in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications, thereby illuminating the myriad possibilities that lie ahead.
A Mammographers Guide: Radiological and Histopathological Guidelines
by Kathryn MalherbeThis comprehensive mammography textbook brings numerous benefits and fills a significant gap in medical diagnostics. It provides a detailed, structured approach to breast imaging, making it a unique and indispensable resource for healthcare professionals. Firstly, this textbook stands out for its uniqueness. Unlike many existing resources, it offers a step-by-step guide to the standard imaging protocol used in breast imaging, ensuring optimal imaging quality. This includes detailed explanations of the cranial-caudal (CC) and mediolateral oblique (MLO) views, which are the primary modalities for detecting potential pathological findings. By adhering to these standardized protocols, mammographers can improve the accuracy of their diagnoses and reduce the risk of missed malignancies. The textbook is meticulously structured to serve both novice and experienced mammographers. It begins with foundational concepts, such as the importance of comparing current imaging with previous studies to identify new densities. It then progresses to more advanced topics, including the differentiation between benign and malignant conditions. The detailed descriptions of imaging criteria for benign conditions, such as being oval, well-rounded, well-encapsulated, large, bilateral, and unchanged from prior imaging, provide mammographers with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about patient care. Intended primarily for mammographers, this textbook serves as a valuable resource for medical students, technologists, and other healthcare professionals involved in breast imaging. By providing a comprehensive guide to breast imaging, it addresses a critical gap in the field. The clear, structured content ensures that readers can apply the latest imaging techniques and criteria to improve diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes. In summary, the aims and objectives of creating this mammography textbook are to provide a unique, structured resource for mammographers, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge necessary to enhance their practice and improve patient care.
Advances in Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing II: Proceedings of the 2nd European Symposium on Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing, October 16, 2024, Athens, Greece (Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering)
by Kosmas Alexopoulos Sotiris Makris Panagiotis StavropoulosThis open access book reports on recent developments of artificial intelligence applications in the manufacturing industry. Gathering contributions to the second European Symposium on Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing, held on October 16, 2024, in Athens, Greece, it reports on machine learning, deep learning and generative AI models for process monitoring, optimization, and control, flexible and precise industrial robots, human-robot collaboration, data management and information technologies, digital twins, data augmentation and synthetic data. Giving a special emphasis to the integration of artificial intelligence in manufacturing systems, automation and processes, this book offers a timely and practice-oriented guide to a multidisciplinary audience of engineering researchers, system developers, AI scientists and industrial managers.
Microbial and Enzyme-Based Technology for Plastic Biodegradation (Synthesis Lectures on Chemical Engineering and Biochemical Engineering)
by Javid Ahmad Parray Wen-Jun LiImproper disposal of plastics increases micro-plastic discharge and waste to the environment. It causes growing global concern about the environmental and public health impacts of related byproducts. This book presents a safe process based on application of microbial cultures from different sources for the degradation of plastic waste to harmless products. The book begins by introducing the problem of plastic waste and its environmental impact, then moves on to describing microbial resources and the mechanism of biodegradation before presenting examples of biodegradation processes. Challenges of the microbial and enzyme based technologies for plastic biodegradation and potential research directions are also discussed.
Anger and Change in Korean American Literature (American Literature Readings in the 21st Century)
by Brian WillemsThis book illustrates how Korean American novels and poetry use anger to enact change, foregrounding the various ways it can pinpoint injustice and suggest alternatives. Experiences of the "forgotten" Korean War, Korean military-mediated immigration to the US in the twentieth century, and the role of Korean Americans in some of the largest upheavals in American history all inform a specific relation to anger and both its expression and use in Korean American literature. Through various texts comprised of both poetry and prose from authors including Steph Cha, Cathy Park Hong, Eugene Lim, and Yongsoo Park, Willems highlights how anger is seen to function in some contexts as a positive fulcrum for change.
The Political Economy of Contemporary Human Civilisation, Volume II: From Quantum Computing and Nuclear Fusion to War and Conflict
by Sangaralingam RameshThis book, the second of two volumes, examines the evolution of humanity and development global economic systems to provide insight into the advances and challenges they have created. By placing modern technology and global crises within the context of long-term human development, it evaluates the threat of climate change on future generations by showing how past civilizations have survived and succumbed to climate events. The potential for artificial intelligence, quantum computing, nuclear fusion, and biotechnology to combat the current global challenges is explored, alongside possibilities of new technologies exacerbating poverty, inequality, and social division. This book highlights the consequences of human cognition and the constant desire for economic growth and evaluates whether they have been a net positive for human society. It will be of interest to students and researchers working on political economy and global challenges.
Bildung für Transformationsprozesse: Modell einer zukunftsfähigen Lehre in der Management- und Organisationswissenschaft
by Robert KebbekusUnternehmen und Gesellschaften stehen vor dynamischen Herausforderungen wie Klimawandel, KI, demografischen Umbrüchen und geopolitischen Konflikten. Um langfristig erfolgreich zu sein werden Fachkräfte mit Metakompetenzen benötigt, die Transformationsprozesse in sozialen Systemen aussichtsreich realisieren. Universitäten könnten solche Kompetenzen fördern, doch das aktuelle Bildungssystem orientiert sich primär an Arbeitsmarktbedürfnissen, ein pluraler Ansatz in der universitären Bildung mit Fokus aus gesellschaftlichen Bedürfnissen fehlt bisher völlig. Dieses Buch liefert mit seinem Beitrag im Bereich der sozio-ökonomischen Bildung und Kompetenzentwicklung für Transformationsprozesse ein Modell für zukunftsfähige Lehre in der Management- und Organisationswissenschaft. Grundlage dafür sind die Verknüpfung des Capability Approach der Theorie sozialer Systeme, sowie der Lernforschung. Der Capability Approach bildet dabei mit seiner Forderung nach kontextueller Förderung von Menschen eine Brücke zwischen der Theorie sozialer Systeme und der Lerntheorie. Mit einem pluralen Ansatz werden so wesentliche Beiträge geliefert, die eine Weiterentwicklung und Modulation der universitären Lehre ermöglichen.
Strategisches Start-up- und Mittelstandsmanagement: Handlungsempfehlungen, Praxisbeispiele und Toolvorlagen
by Raphael Dupierry Sven Binder Sibylle TreudeDer Mittelstand und Start-ups sind treibende Kräfte für Innovationen und wichtige Partner für Großunternehmen weltweit. Für den langfristigen Erfolg ist eine strategische Perspektive von entscheidender Bedeutung. In diesem Fachbuch wird der für Start-ups und KMU spezifische idealtypische Prozess des strategischen Managements vorgestellt und gezeigt, wie damit nachhaltig Wettbewerbsvorteile erzielt und aufrechterhalten werden können. Gründer und Manager sowie Studierende erhalten einführende und vertiefende Kenntnisse über den planvollen unternehmerischen Strategieprozess in einer dynamischen Unternehmensumwelt. Das Fachbuch gibt einen umfassenden Überblick zu den wissenschaftlichen Grundlagen des strategischen Managements von Start-ups und mittelständischen Unternehmen. Beispiele und Handlungsempfehlungen aus der Praxis eines mittelständischen Unternehmens sowie dreier Start-ups geben Anregungen für das strategische Management des eigenen Unternehmens und die online verfügbaren Toolvorlagen und Checklisten helfen bei der Umsetzung.
Agatha Christie: Collecting Agatha Christie's Secret Notebooks and Agatha Christie: Murder in the Making
by John CurranAgatha Christie: Mysteries and Murders in the Making has descriptive copy which is not yet available from the Publisher.
Biscuit's Puppy Sleepover (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliEverybody’s favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, and his Little Girl have a fun-filled sleepover in this My First I Can Read in Alyssa Satin Capucilli and Pat Schories's bestselling series! Sleepovers are the best, especially with other puppy friends! But will Biscuit the little yellow puppy be able to find a stuffed animal to sleep with?This playful My First I Can Read adventure for beginning readers is sure to bring joy to devoted fans and the newest of readers alike. Perfect for readers of Clifford and Spot! The gentle and appealing Biscuit books are a wonderful first introduction to reading for little pups, and this My First I Can Read friendship tale is perfect for shared reading in a classroom or at home. Books at this level feature basic language, word repetition and illustrations that support the text; ideal for sharing with emergent readers. The active, engaging stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.
The Gods' Revenge (The Myth of Monsters #2)
by Katherine MarshThe second book in National Book Award finalist Katherine Marsh's Myth of Monsters series finds Ava and her friends up against their least-expected foe yet.Ava Baldwin is ready for her second year at the Accademia del Forte. Now that she knows that her fellow classmates, descendants of the so-called Greek monsters, have been lied to by the Olympians, she’s ready to help them uncover their ancestors’ true stories—if only she can stay out of the way of the new headmaster, Perseus. But laying low is easier said than done, especially when Perseus seems intent on trolling Ava, making it impossible to control her anger. When Perseus banishes one of her friends, Ava must lead a rescue party on a whirlwind adventure from the Stygian Marsh of the underworld to the ice caves of Mount Etna with Ares and the spirits of violent death in hot pursuit. But the gods won’t be tricked so easily this time . . .
If We Were a Movie
by Zakiya N. JamalBooksmart meets Phantom of the Megaplex in Zakiya N. Jamal's debut enthralling enemies-to-lovers queer romance, set against the backdrop of a historic Black-owned movie theater, the quirky employees who work there, and the suburbs of Long Island. Perfect for fans of Leah Johnson and Today Tonight Tomorrow.“A sapphic love story as sweet and funny as it is nostalgic and cinematic.” —Leah Johnson, bestselling author of You Should See Me in a CrownLights. Camera. Love?Rochelle “the Shell” Coleman is laser focused on only three things: becoming valedictorian, getting into Wharton, and, of course, taking down her annoyingly charismatic nemesis and only academic competition, Amira Rodriguez. However, despite her stellar grades, Rochelle’s college application is missing that extra special something: a job.When Rochelle gets an opportunity to work at Horizon Cinemas, the beloved Black-owned movie theater, she begrudgingly jumps at the chance to boost her chances at getting into her dream school. There’s only one problem: Amira works there…and is also her boss.Rochelle feels that working with Amira is its own kind of horror movie, but as the two begin working closely together, Rochelle starts to see Amira in a new light, one that may have her beginning to actually…like her?But Horizon’s in trouble, and when mysterious things begin happening that make Horizon’s chances of staying open slimmer, it’s up to the employees to solve the mystery before it’s too late, but will love also find its way into the spotlight?Praise for If We Were a Movie:"Jamal’s debut YA novel is a fun summer romance with an engaging mystery to follow."—ALA Booklist"An enemies-to-lovers romance with a cinematic backdrop…that celebrates friendship, forgiveness, and Black cinema." —School Library Journal“Combining all of my favorite aspects of a classic YA novel, an endless summer, friends who feel like family, and a heartstirring romance, this book is sure to make readers swoon.” —Kristina Forest , USA Today bestselling author of The Partner Plot“This novel has the nostalgic charm of classic teen flicks with modern wit and stakes. Backdropped by a unique cinematic setting full of lively characters, this rivals-to-lovers romance will have you smiling and cheering long after the credits roll.” —Racquel Marie, award-winning author of Ophelia After All“With the cutest enemies-to-lovers romance and a friend group on a mission to save a historic Black-owned cinema, If We Were a Movie gives you characters that are impossible not to root for.” —Mae Coyiuto, acclaimed author of Chloe and the Kaishao Boys
Fair Play: A Novel
by Louise Hegarty“Louise Hegarty’s genre-splicing debut is a treat—clever, confident, and always surprising, a mystery story that ingeniously escapes the locked room of the genre to take on the biggest questions of life and death.”—Paul Murray, author of The Bee StingFor fans of Anthony Horowitz and Lucy Foley, a wonderfully original, genre-breaking literary debut from Ireland that’s an homage to the brilliant detective novels of the early twentieth century, a twisty modern murder mystery, and a searing exploration of grief and loss.A group of friends gather at an Airbnb on New Year’s Eve. It is Benjamin’s birthday, and his sister Abigail is throwing him a jazz-age Murder Mystery themed party. As the night plays out, champagne is drunk, hors d’oeuvres consumed, and relationships forged, consolidated or frayed. Someone kisses the wrong person; someone else’s heart is broken.In the morning, all of them wake up—except Benjamin.As Abigail attempts to wrap her mind around her brother’s death, an eminent detective arrives determined to find Benjamin's killer. In this mansion, suddenly complete with a butler, gardener and housekeeper, everyone is a suspect, and nothing is quite as it seems. Will the culprit be revealed? And how can Abigail, now alone, piece herself back together in the wake of this loss?Gripping and playful, sharp and profoundly moving, Fair Play plumbs the depths of the human heart while subverting one of our most popular genres.