Stolen valor occurs when a person lies about receiving military decorations that he or she has in fact never earned. It has become a major societal problem that has been discussed numerous times in th
HBO’s Girls, created by and co-written by its star Lena Dunham, is the most talked about new show of the last few years. Its original voice, refreshingly frank treatment of friendship and sex, and sna
April 14, 1865. A famous actor pulls a trigger in the presidential balcony, leaps to the stage and escapes, as the president lies fatally wounded. In the panic that follows, forty-six terrified people
It’s time to take your business to the next level.Eileen Sharp and Vic Hightower were frustrated. After years of profitable, predictable growth, Swan Services was in a rut. Meetings were called and di
“I’ve set up my corporation. Now what do I do?”All too often business owners and real estate investors are asking this question. They have formed their protective entity – be it a corporation, LLC or
This groundbreaking book by the acclaimed Dorothy Roberts examines how the myth of biological concept of race—revived by purportedly cutting-edge science, race-specific drugs, genetic testing, and DNA
Whether you're heartbroken or have sworn off love forever; it's perfectly timed or when you least expect it, this collection of fourteen inspirational stories will convince you that there's always a c
For most of the last century, William F. Buckley Jr. was the leading figure in the conservative movement in America. The magazine he founded in 1955, National Review, brought together writers represen
In Evangelist Marketing, Alex Goldfayn argues that technology companies succeed in spite of their marketing, not because of it. He says that if consumer tech makers ceased all marketing activity today
What brings you joy?"To devote yourself to the creation and enjoyment of beauty, then, can be serious business?not always necessarily a means of escaping reality, but sometimes a means of holding on t
Argues against beliefs that credit card debt in America reflects consumer excess and a desire for luxury lifestyles, revealing how a large percentage of middle- and low-income families are relying on
A revised and expanded edition of the shocking study that changed the way we think of wealth in America. A work that sparked widespread controversy when it was first published, Top Heavy is acclaimed
The publication of Constance M. Chen’s "The Sex Side of Life" rescued from obscurity the life and accomplishments of an extraordinary woman: Mary Ware Dennett, suffragette, leader of the American Arts
Two years ago Suzanne Goldsmith, a young Harvard-educated reporter, signed on for her own "season of service" with City Year, the widely praised. Boston-based community service program frequently endo
Fix-It and Forget-It Kids’ Cookbook: 50 Favorite Recipes to Make in a Slow Cooker, Revised & Updated offers kids the directions they need to prepare main courses, snacks, and desserts. Plus, this
Minecraft was designed to allow other people to modify it. And while there are several successful game guides on the market already, this book is the first unofficial hacker’s” super-guide dedicated t
As a sports and wellness medicine practitioner whose clients include Olympic and professional athletes, triathletes, and weekend warriors, Dr. Naresh Rao has uncovered the secrets of how and why elite
Housing First is simple: provide housing first, and then combine that housing with supportive treatment services in mental and physical health, substance abuse, education, and employment.Housing First
With a few exceptions, there is little else that is more important to the typical resident of Wisconsin than the Green Bay Packers. These fans will endure an Arctic freeze, a torrential downpour, or a
The fever that is college basketball on Tobacco Road started from a small outbreak in Raleigh, North Carolina, when Indiana basketball legend Everett Case became the coach at N.C. State University. He
Learn the story of a man who lived the American dream and improved the quality of life for thousands of headache sufferers.The Headache Godfather traces the life of Seymour Diamond, MD, who was born i
"The world's mass adoption of digital technologies portends the beginning of a new era for humanity in the realms of economics, health, travel, and culture. In this new digital age, technology will so
How to make any wedding liberating, brave, and sexy.This post-DOMA book is for any couple?same or opposite sex?seeking a personalized wedding that dignifies the relationship and the individual self. N
A dramatic true story of captivity on the American frontier.In 1851, on route to California in a covered wagon, the Oatman family was brutally attacked by Apache Indians. Six family members were murde
Why wait another day? Make the most of your commercial property.A commercial building is just a building; but, it's an investment once it's leased with positive cash flow. Sounds easy? It's not. To in
Quick and delicious recipes perfected for any size kitchen.With three feet of counter space, two pans, and one pot, author Hope Korenstein breaks down how to make satisfying meals no matter the size o
The War of 1812 is typically noted for a handful of events: the burning of the White House, the rise of the Star Spangled Banner, and the battle of New Orleans. But in fact the greatest consequence of
Continuing the Instructables series with Skyhorse Publishing, a mammoth collection of projects has been selected and curated for this special best-of volume of Instructables. The guides in this book c
More and more cooks are turning to their own gardens or to local farmers’ markets to find inspiration for their meals. Eating fresh, local produce is a hot trend, but lifelong Vermonter Marie Lawrence
"Dying to know how the pros mix drinks that look amazing and taste even better? After more than fifteen years in the industry, master mixologist Jimmy Dymott knows that only hard work and the best ing
The projects in Handy Projects for Boys first appeared in a major collection arranged by the editors of Popular Mechanics Press in 1913. During this time period, the methods and techniques used to cre
A never-before-seen look into the dangerous job of scouting during the American Civil War.Scouting for Grant and Meade is comprised of the popular recollections of Judson Knight, former chief scout of
Baltimore Orioles: Where Have You Gone? is a unique look at what a number of former Orioles personalities have gone on to do in life since their playing careers ended. Author Jeff Seidel spoke with a
"With easy, no-fuss recipes, the bestselling Happy Herbivore cookbooks show how easy, affordable, and delicious eating healthy can be. Now, in her latest cookbook, Happy Herbivore chef Lindsay S. Nixo
In the age of adventure, when dirigibles coasted through the air and vast swaths of the Earth remained untouched and unseen by man, one pack of relentless explorers competed in the race of a lifetime:
From Cicero to Snooki, the cultural influences on our American presidents are powerful and plentiful. Thomas Jefferson famously said "I cannot live without books," and his library backed up the claim,
Proves that the failure of our economy stems directly from a set of political and economic choices voters have made since the early 1980s and reveals how our nation can get back on track by following
Let's Leap Ahead Trivia is a fun game of 300 questions that kids can play alone, with their friends, or in teams. This book includes 300 multiple-choice questions in ten different categories, covering
