Killed in a tragic accident at a seaside amusement park while trying to save a little girl, Eddie, an elderly man who believes that he had lived an uninspired life, awakens in the afterlife, where he
Journeys back in time to imperial China, to the court of a child emperor as it follows the life of a naive fourteen-year-old prince who finds himself unexpectedly named as emperor of an entire nation
The definitive guide to a sexual makeover for women of all agesIn The Passion Prescription, Dr. Laura Berman, the nation's leading sex therapist, offers women a step-by-step guide for making over thei
"If every man and woman under 40 who is not in a happy, committed relationship reads Jillian Straus's shocking, heartbreaking, and persuasive exploration of love among the Unhooked Generation, far few
Elizabeth's life is in turmoil, thanks to the personal problems of her sister, Saoirse, complications that include Saoirse's six-year-old son, Luke, a quiet and contemplative child whose world is tran
Argues that the key to career success lies in the ability to unlock one's personal creativity in order to accomplish one's professional goals, in a guide that offers a collection of helpful readings,
The Hall of Fame basketball coach describes how, in 1966, as coach of Texas Western College, used a starting lineup of five black players to unseat the top-ranked team of the University of Kentucky, a
Legendary journalist and author David Halberstam's in-depth look at the life and leadership of the NFL's winningest coach, Bill Belichick--written after extensive interviews wiht Belchick and those c
A hilarious compendium of more than four hundred quotations from Groucho Marx and John Lennon presents the iconoclastic comedian's and musician's commentary and reflections on life. Original. 40,000 f
A companion volume to the hit Broadway musical set in Oz recounts the exploits of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda, the good witch, and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the musical
A memoir by the respected broadcast journalist shares a collection of personal reminiscences and anecdotes about his own life, the world of journalism, and the celebrities, newsmakers, criminals, and
The lead singer and songwriter for the Red Hot Chili Peppers presents a searing, candid memoir that captures the bright and dark moments of his life and career, including his descent into drug addicti
A renowned communications expert shares tips, techniques, and strategies to help anyone develop the fine art of conversation in any type of social situation, from a business lunch to cocktail party, w
In a new collection of irreverent humor, the iconoclastic, best-selling author of Brain Droppings presents his trenchant observations and cutting-edge opinions on the foibles and follies of modern lif
A collection of entertaining essay offers both helpful hints and humorous asides on the American scrapbooking craze, furnishing profiles of such scrapbooking fanatics as Crop Queens, Photo Fiends, and
Working as a salesgirl at the Beverly Hills Neiman Marcus, Mirabelle, a beautiful aspiring artist, embarks on a love affair with Ray Porter, a wealthy, lonely businessman she meets at the store, and t
J.R. Moehringer grew up captivated by a voice. It was the voice of his father, a New York City disc jockey who vanished before J.R. spoke his first word. Sitting on the stoop, pressing an ear to the
In Daisy Martinez's kitchen, salsa music is always playing. Laughter fills the air, along with delicious aromas of the amazing meal to come. Friends, neighbors, and family members are ever-present, s
Now in paperback, the Los Angeles Times bestseller that has touched the hearts of readers everywhereAn endearing tale of a young woman who, with the help of her feisty grandmother, makes a journey fro
The founder of The Quacker Factory clothing company shares a collection of hard-won wisdom, inspirational advice, and whimsical insights designed to lift the spirits and empower readers to make their
Presents a compelling, in-depth study of the life and career of golf icon Bobby Jones, focusing on his remarkable accomplishment of winning four major golfing championships, the Grand Slam, during the
The book that hits the sweet spot is now a major motion picture! Announcing the official movie tie-in edition of Mark Frost+s award-winning The Greatest Game Ever PlayedThe riveting tale of one of gol
The author of the best-selling The Essential 55 outlines eleven themes specific to teaching and raising children, sharing anecdotal stories that explain how to motivate learning in young people by con
It's a cold Cleveland November day when forensic trace evidence expert Evelyn Jones is summoned to the scene of a bizarre crime. A young woman has been forcibly drowned, her feet chained and sunk in
Meticulously researched and based on more than three-hundred interviews with those who knew him best, a landmark book recounts the entire arc of the guitar legend's life, from his troubled childhood i
An inside look at NASA's Mars Exploration Rover mission chronicles the evolution of the project, from its conception in 1995 to the successful landing on the planet Mars in 2004, covering the politics
This book is enough to make everyone want to move to tiny Isle au Haut, Maine. Unfortunately, though, there's only room on the island for about a hundred people. But now you can bring a taste of Isle
Court TV host Nancy Grace presents her case in this behind-the-scenes look at the high-profile cases everyone is talking about ancy Grace is a name millions of Americans recognize from her regular app
Suzanne Trayle is a "search angel" whose success in tracking down and reuniting birth mothers with their adopted children has earned her national fame. Known as "The Orphan's Private Eye," Suzanne ha
A real-life thriller -- the true story of the unheralded American who brought the Barbary Pirates to their knees. In an attempt to stop the legendary Barbary Pirates of North Africa from hijacking Ame
From the chief White House correspondent for U.S. News & World Report, a fascinating and unique look at our presidents' retreats, hideaways, and homes.In Air Force One, Kenneth T. Walsh looked at
In an inspirational resource, the author draws on her own personal experiences to provide valuable lessons, guidance, wisdom, observations, and advice for black women seeking a more meaningful and ful
The best-selling author and television personality, along with forty-five of his celebrity friends, presents a heartwarming collection of insights, anecdotes, personal reminiscences, and reflections o
From the award-winning author of One Thousand White Women, a novel in the tradition of Little Big Man, tracing one man's search for adventure and the wild Apache girl who invites him into her world he
In a thought-provoking memoir, the actress speaks out candidly about her experience with crippling postpartum depressum, reflecting on her struggle with the debilitating condition, her use of talk the
The Food Network favorite and bestselling author of Boy Meets Grill provides recipes inspired by the great flavors of America. Bursting with mouthwatering, full-color photographs and packed with 150 o
A brutal attack that leaves a young woman paralyzed is horrifyingenough, but when it happens to one of Seattle police lieutenant Lou Boldt's ownofficers, and all the suspects wear the same uniform as
A shipping container full of Chinese immigrants, some dead, some alive, is picked up by the Coast Guard after a typhoon. Inspector Lou Boldt of the Seattle police is put on the case and discovers a Ch
Presents a timeless collection of inspirational wisdom, insights, guidance, and sage advice from the beloved late children's television personality, drawn from never-before-published speeches, songs,
From the editor of Profiles in Courage for Our Time comes an inspiring selection of patriotic speeches, poems, song lyrics, and historical documents, including the Bill of Rights, the U.S. Constitutio
