Take My Advice

Take My Advice
Author: James L. Harmon
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 351
Release: 2010-05-11
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 0743242874

Just in time for graduation, a smart and edgy collection of advice for young people from dozens of the most creative and visionary people on the planet. Contributors include: Camille Paglia • Wayne Koestenbaum • Jonathan Ames • Jennifer Belle • Howard Zinn • Joe Dallesandro • Bruce LaBruce • Dr. Laura Schlessinger • Tom Robbins • Judith Butler • Martha Nussbaum Horst • William S. Burroughs • Larry Niven • Veruschka • Lydia Lunch • Spalding Gray • Eileen Myles • Roger Scruton • Ken Kesey Mary Gaitskill • Richard Powers • Mark Dery • Florence King • Mark Simpson • Bob Shacochis • Joanna Scott • Quentin Crisp • Carolyn Chute • Michael Thomas Ford • Alexander Theroux • George Saunders • Charles Baxter • Ian Shoales • Fay Weldon • Bruce Benderson • Scott Russell Sanders • John Shirley • Dr. John Money • Cindy Sherman • Richard Meltzer • Gene Wolfe • Abbie Hoffman • Diane Wakowski • Richard Taylor • Bette Davis • Arthur Nersesian • Jim Harrison • Martha Gellhorn • Lucius Shepard • Dan Jenkins • Steve Stern • Murray Bookchin • John Zerzan • Maurice Vellekoop • Joel-Peter Witkin • Stewart Home • Maxx Ardman • Katharine Hepburn • Bret Lott • Lynda Barry • Alain de Botton • Mary McCarthy • Hakim Bey • Anita O'Day • Chris Kraus • R. U. Sirius • C. D. Payne W. V. Quine • Rita Dove • Robert Creeley • Valerie Martin • Paul Krassner • Alphonso Lingis • Mark Helprin • John Rechy • Ram Dass • William T. Vollmann • Bettie Page

Take My Advice

Take My Advice
Author: Elliott Lester
Publisher: Samuel French, Inc.
Total Pages: 124
Release: 1928
Genre: American drama
ISBN: 9780573616334

Keep Your Assets. Take My Advice.

Keep Your Assets. Take My Advice.
Author: Rick Johnson CASL CFP CMFC RFC
Publisher: iUniverse
Total Pages: 234
Release: 2009-03-18
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1440126941

Never Fall Victim to Wall Street Again Recently, most people have been victimized by the revenue generating machine that is Wall Street. The truth is, Wall Street only cares about making the most revenue they can from you. You will learn: The 20%/65% rule of investing in both bear and bull markets. When and why to move your investments to cash. Why agency relationships and suitability are a far cry from fiduciary responsibility. How to convert your IRA to a tax-free Roth IRA using either a Home Equity Line of Credit, a Reverse Mortgage, or a Real Estate Option. A way to pay off your 30-year mortgage in ten or eleven years. How you can get rid of credit card debt in months, not years. Why segmenting your money and using principal for income may put you in a lower tax bracket. How to do a background check on your financial advisor annually. What to look out for in regard to outlandish performance claims by financial advisors. The strategies presented herein will teach you how to have a consistent process and a plan for your success. You will never again fall victim to Wall Street's shenanigans.

Dr. Thorndyke's Mysteries - The Complete Series

Dr. Thorndyke's Mysteries - The Complete Series
Author: R. Austin Freeman
Publisher: DigiCat
Total Pages: 5527
Release: 2022-11-13
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Dr. John Thorndyke is a medical jurispractitioner, originally a medical doctor, he turned to the bar and became one of the first, in modern parlance, forensic scientists. His solutions are based on his method of collecting all possible data (including dust and pond weed) and making inferences from them before looking at any of the protagonists and motives in the crimes. Table of Contents: Introduction Meet Dr. Thorndyke Novels The Red Thumb Mark The Eye of Osiris The Mystery of 31 New Inn A Silent Witness Helen Vardon's Confession The Cat's Eye The Mystery of Angelina Frood The Shadow of the Wolf The D'Arblay Mystery A Certain Dr. Thorndyke As a Thief in the Night Mr. Pottermack's Oversight Pontifex, Son and Thorndyke When Rogues Fall Out Dr. Thorndyke Intervenes For the Defence: Dr. Thorndyke The Penrose Mystery Felo De Se? The Stoneware Monkey Mr. Polton Explains The Jacob Street Mystery Short Stories Percival Bland's Proxy The Missing Mortgagee The Man with the Nailed Shoes The Stranger's Latchkey The Anthropologist at Large The Blue Sequin The Moabite Cipher The Mandarin's Pearl The Aluminium Dagger A Message from the Deep Sea The Case of Oscar Brodski A Case of Premeditation The Echo of a Mutiny A Wastrel's Romance The Old Lag The Case of the White Footprints The Blue Scarab The New Jersey Sphinx The Touchstone A Fisher of Men The Stolen Ingots The Funeral Pyre The Puzzle Lock The Green Check Jacket The Seal of Nebuchadnezzar Phyllis Annesley's Peril A Sower of Pestilence Rex v. Burnaby A Mystery of the Sand-Hills The Apparition of Burling Court The Mysterious Visitor The Magic Casket The Contents of a Mare's Nest The Stalking Horse The Naturalist at Law Mr. Ponting's Alibi Pandora's Box The Trail of Behemoth ...

4 R's: The Complete Series

4 R's: The Complete Series
Author: Julie Castle
Publisher: Rowan Prose Publishing, LLC
Total Pages: 864
Release: 2024-04-23
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Julie Castle: COMPLETE 4 R’s Series "[Castle] writes a book that will keep you up until all hours of the night." -Coffee Time Romance, 5 cups ROPED: Sarah Halliday has returned to Wyoming on a mission—to save the reputation of the man she left behind. Deep in her soul, she knows she has to set things right between them. She can't let the man she loves lose his birthright just because he didn’t love her back, and their marriage came with too many strings attached. She offers him a deal. She'll stay on a temporary basis until the gossip mill dies down, then she'll be on her way. Rafe Halliday has cooked up the perfect scheme to get his runaway bride back where he wants her—in his arms and in his bed. Permanently. He messed things up the first time, and he won’t make the same mistake again. He isn't above telling a few white lies to achieve his objective, either. If only she’d cooperate. Sarah and Rafe are about to set off on a rocky road, but is their love 24 carat or Fool's Gold? RESCUED: Samantha Logan is a runaway bride. Escaping a mistaken marriage, she flees to her family’s supposedly vacant cabin for some peace and to regroup, only to be wrestled to the floor upon arrival. Jake Ramsey is a PI on a stakeout. He’s shocked his employer’s daughter is the feisty intruder interrupting his job. Every time they meet, it's explosive. Literally. This instance appears no different. Together, they must battle her dangerous ex-fiancé, espionage, and each other to solve a crime. And somehow contain the passion between them. Will Jake be able to save himself from her charms, and will Samantha capture Jake's love—Her Heart's Desire? RISKED: Serena McClain’s father has been kidnapped by the mob, and she’s determined to rescue him. Except her only attempt fails when her PI is gunned down, and she barely escapes amidst a hail of bullets, thanks to FBI Agent Mark Riley. Forced to take her and her son into protective custody because of her meddling, Mark is not happy. He’s more than a glorified babysitter. Still, he can’t help being drawn to the feisty blonde and her cute kid. They’re evoking feelings in him he’d rather ignore. Even though agents promise to make finding her father a priority, Serena doesn’t quite trust them, especially Mark, yet the more time they spend together, the deeper their connection grows. Will they find her father alive, and is real love worth the risk of Serena’s Web? ROMANCED: Candy Blake hasn't set foot in Morris Point since she roared past the graduation ceremony on the back of her Harley. Now, she’s begrudgingly returned to launch her catalog and help her former foster mother with rehab. Pestered into attending her ten-year high school reunion, she isn’t looking forward to rubbing shoulders with the snobs she left behind, especially the Morris family. Six months ago, when her business proposal hit Greg Morris’s desk, he knew he had to get Candy for himself. It was his opportunity to catch the one that got away, but if she had any inkling a Morris was at the helm of Pinnacle Publishing, he’d be left behind in a cloud of dust. He’s counting on one magical night to make her see him in a new light. Will they both come to realize It Had To Be You?

The Three Musketeers (Complete Series)

The Three Musketeers (Complete Series)
Author: Alexandre Dumas
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 3123
Release: 2023-12-06
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Alexandre Dumas' 'The Three Musketeers' is a classic tale of adventure, loyalty, and honor set in 17th century France. This swashbuckling novel follows the journey of d'Artagnan, a young Gascon nobleman who dreams of becoming a Musketeer. The vividly depicted characters and fast-paced plot make it a timeless masterpiece of historical fiction, blending elements of romance and intrigue. Dumas' rich and detailed writing style brings the world of Musketeers to life, capturing the essence of a bygone era with grace and charm. The book's exploration of themes such as friendship, betrayal, and sacrifice resonates with readers of all ages. Alexandre Dumas, a prolific French writer of the 19th century, drew inspiration for 'The Three Musketeers' from historical events and legends. His own experiences as a soldier and his fascination with chivalry and honor shine through in the narrative, creating a captivating tale that has endured through generations. Dumas' skillful storytelling and ability to craft complex characters have secured his place as a master of adventure literature. I highly recommend 'The Three Musketeers' to anyone seeking an exhilarating and immersive reading experience. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction, action-packed adventure, and intricate plots. Dumas' timeless tale of courage and camaraderie is sure to captivate and entertain readers for years to come.

Color of the Wind (The Women's West Series, Book 2)

Color of the Wind (The Women's West Series, Book 2)
Author: Elizabeth Grayson
Publisher: ePublishing Works!
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2015-02-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1614177171

When Ardith Merritt promised her dying step-sister she'd take her niece and nephews to their father in Wyoming, she knew it meant confronting Baird Northcross, the man who, on the eve of their wedding, jilted her and eloped with her sister. Exiled to a ranch in Wyoming by his aristocratic British family, Baird Northcross is a failure, a scoundrel, and a cad. But the rugged beauty of the land, the unexpected satisfaction of hard work, and the presence of a woman like no other awakens the possibility of happiness... if only he can keep from destroying this last, precious chance to win Ardith's love. REVIEWS: "...a beautiful tale of redemption and reclaiming lost love. There is a power to Elizabeth Grayson's story that will move readers." ~Kathe Robin, Romantic Times "Each character suffers disappointment and loss--but in the end, they come together, learning what it means to be a family." ~Publisher's Weekly THE WOMEN'S WEST SERIES, in series order: So Wide the Sky Color of the Wind A Place Called Home Painted by the Sun Moon in the Water Bride of the Wilderness

THE CRIMSON BLIND (Mystery Classics Series)

THE CRIMSON BLIND (Mystery Classics Series)
Author: Fred M. White
Publisher: e-artnow
Total Pages: 380
Release: 2016-12-06
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 8026871456

This carefully crafted ebook: "THE CRIMSON BLIND (Mystery Classics Series)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Bestselling detective novelist David Steel gets into a tough financial situation and accepts an invitation from an unknown mysterious lady who offers to help with his debts. In return she wants him to help her find a way from an unpleasant situation, but when they meet to finalize the deal her identity remains a mystery to him. When he returns from the meeting he finds out that his home is been broken into and a bleeding man, almost dead, is lying on the floor. Frederick White (1859–1935), mostly known for mysteries, is considered also as one of the pioneers of the spy story.

Doctor Dolittle Series (Illustrated Edition)

Doctor Dolittle Series (Illustrated Edition)
Author: Hugh Lofting
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 1964
Release: 2023-12-08
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

Hugh Lofting's 'Doctor Dolittle Series (Illustrated Edition)' is a classic collection of children's novels that follows the adventures of Doctor Dolittle, a kind-hearted and eccentric veterinarian who has the ability to talk to animals. The series seamlessly blends elements of fantasy, adventure, and humor, making it a beloved choice for young readers. Lofting's charming and imaginative storytelling captivates readers of all ages, with vivid descriptions of exotic animals and whimsical dialogue between Doctor Dolittle and his animal friends. The illustrated edition enhances the reading experience, bringing the characters and their world to life through detailed and colorful illustrations. Set in a time when children's literature was undergoing a transformation, Lofting's work stands out for its unique approach to storytelling and animal advocacy. The Doctor Dolittle Series is a timeless collection that continues to inspire readers to appreciate the wonders of the natural world and the importance of kindness and communication with all creatures.