The Reform Plan

The Reform Plan
Author: Bill Blanchet
Publisher: Trafford Publishing
Total Pages: 415
Release: 2010-11-18
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1426936397

A devoted high school history teacher, Mr. Besserian enjoys motivating his students at the highly diverse Fillmore High School and tries hard to make his subject matter interesting. His efforts have earned him the Teacher of the Year Award and the respect of the faculty, not to mention the students themselves. But at a staff meeting, Besserian learns of the proposed academic improvement plan for Fillmore High that may fundamentally alter the schooland not for the best. Simply named the Reform Plan, it calls for community involvement on such a large scale that it will virtually turn the school into its own independent city, as well as impose corporate values on the students themselves. Besserian isnt at all sure this is such a wise idea and decides to unearth the truth behind the project by assigning his history class to research it. Besserian and his students start digging into the plan and uncover disturbing and dangerous information that underscores the precarious level of academic instruction in the school. The more they uncover, the more Besserian realizes that greed and corruption are the backbone of the supposed Reform Plan. But can a lone teacher and a group of students possibly stop the juggernaut of Fillmore Highs reform before it destroys the schools very foundation?

Paradox Alley

Paradox Alley
Author: John DeChancie
Publisher: Open Road Media
Total Pages: 189
Release: 2014-04-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1497613361

The conclusion to the classic Skyway series by the award-winning author of Castle Perilous. Jake McGraw, independent space trucker, has been shanghaied. He and his crew, fresh off their adventures in Starrigger and Red Limit Freeway, are plucked off the Skyway by a creature of unknown power. Now on an alien planet where most of the rules of the regular universe do not seem to apply, Jake confronts the builders of the Skyway once and for all. Will he and his crew make it out alive?

The Secret

The Secret
Author: Rhonda Byrne
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2011-07-07
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0731815297

The tenth-anniversary edition of the book that changed lives in profound ways, now with a new foreword and afterword. In 2006, a groundbreaking feature-length film revealed the great mystery of the universe—The Secret—and, later that year, Rhonda Byrne followed with a book that became a worldwide bestseller. Fragments of a Great Secret have been found in the oral traditions, in literature, in religions and philosophies throughout the centuries. For the first time, all the pieces of The Secret come together in an incredible revelation that will be life-transforming for all who experience it. In this book, you’ll learn how to use The Secret in every aspect of your life—money, health, relationships, happiness, and in every interaction you have in the world. You’ll begin to understand the hidden, untapped power that’s within you, and this revelation can bring joy to every aspect of your life. The Secret contains wisdom from modern-day teachers—men and women who have used it to achieve health, wealth, and happiness. By applying the knowledge of The Secret, they bring to light compelling stories of eradicating disease, acquiring massive wealth, overcoming obstacles, and achieving what many would regard as impossible.

Up the Road Less Travelled

Up the Road Less Travelled
Author: Clarence "Doc" Ellis
Publisher: iUniverse
Total Pages: 380
Release: 2013-08-27
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1491703067

Climbing above 20,000 ft in the Andes; delving into the bowels of the earth in abandoned mines; facing hostile cape buffalo; finding a route on isolated buttes in the Grand Canyon; negotiating the deadly perils of government EEO regulations; researching gold and molybdenum deposits; shooting rifle competition at a National level; hunting in twenty foreign countries for creatures rarely heard of, and often with no interpreter available. Been there. Done that. At 70 plus years, still doing it. The Fat Lady has yet to sing!

Screw Your Head On! Making Smart Decisions on the Road

Screw Your Head On! Making Smart Decisions on the Road
Author: David Allan Carnes
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-07-06
Genre: Travel
ISBN:

Screw Your Head On: The Digital Nomad's Guide to Making Smart Decisions on the Road" isn't just a guide-it's an epic saga of survival in the wild, unpredictable world of the modern digital nomad. Forged for all those with a vagabond spirit, this book dives headfirst into the trenches of traveling smart without losing your mind or your wallet. It's for people seeking personal growth through long-term travel, who seek to emerge from the experience transformed. Embark on a Wild Ride: From the gritty realities of nomad life to mastering the art of making decisions on the fly, each chapter is a crash course in not just surviving, but thriving in a life unbound by zip codes or comfort zones. The journey starts with a raw look at the ups and downs of nomadic living-from visa snafus to hostel horror stories-and what it truly means to choose this liberating yet chaotic path. Unconventional Wisdom: Forget dry, academic droning about decision theory. Here, you'll explore "Decision Theory for Dumbasses" through the eyes of Doofus Digital, our lovable yet clueless nomad who's learning the ropes the hard way. You'll laugh, cringe, and maybe facepalm as you learn to navigate the common pitfalls that snag rookie and seasoned travelers alike. Know Thyself: Delve deep into understanding your own motivations, risk tolerance, and how to plan like a pro (without overdoing it). Through self-assessments and hilarious anecdotes, you'll find your unique nomad blend-whether you're an adrenaline junkie or a calculated planner. Costs and Biases: From opportunity costs of missed adventures to the cognitive biases that trip you up, this guide unpacks complex concepts in a way that sticks-through stories and real-life examples. Learn why sometimes, the biggest cost is sticking to the status quo, and how to recognize when you're lying to yourself. Daily Decisions & Disasters: With tools like the "Pre-Mortem" and brutally honest pros and cons lists, tackle everyday decisions and prepare for high-stakes choices. And when things inevitably go sideways? There's a whole chapter on learning from spectacular screw-ups, complete with a Doofus Debrief. Beyond Survival: As you grow from a rookie to a seasoned nomad, you'll develop an intuitive edge-decision-making muscles honed by experience and the kind of confidence that can only come from navigating the chaos of global adventures. Embrace the Chaos: Ultimately, this guide teaches you to embrace the uncertainty that comes with the nomad life. It's about finding the magic in the mess, the lessons in the failures, and the profound freedom in making your own choices. Whether you're dreaming of launching your digital nomad journey or you're already out there making questionable decisions, "Screw Your Head On" offers a no-holds-barred look at what it really takes to navigate the nomad life with your sanity intact. Packed with wisdom, warnings, and wit, it's more than just a guide-it's the companion you need on the road less traveled. Ready to truly live? Pick up this guide, pack your bags, and prepare to screw your head on right-adventure (and a few misadventures) await.

The Long Road Home

The Long Road Home
Author: Sandy Wall
Publisher: Infinite Sky Learning
Total Pages: 603
Release: 2022-05-25
Genre: True Crime
ISBN:

When Andy, a fresh-faced, naïve young man escapes his small town in Texas to embark on a career to become a big city cop, his life is changed forever. When he joins the Houston Police Department, his experiences, sometimes exciting, sometimes shocking force him to confront evils that most of us could never imagine, all while keeping his own demons at bay. After ten years of service as a beat cop, and fighting crime in the dangerous world of narcotics in the nation’s fourth-largest city, Andy accepts the ultimate challenge, joining the Houston SWAT Team. His limits are tested like never before and he finds himself living on the edge where he must face his greatest fears, and finally confront the adversaries who have taunted him along the way.

Something Quite Beautiful

Something Quite Beautiful
Author: Amanda Prowse
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 478
Release: 2021-11-11
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1801108250

Seven powerful, gripping short stories from bestselling author, Amanda Prowse. 'If you have not discovered Amanda Prowse yet you are in for a real treat... Full of incident and real characters' Rascals of London Collection includes: Something Quite Beautiful, The Game, Ten Pound Ticket, Imogen's Baby, Miss Potterton's Birthday Tea, A Christmas Wish and Mr Portobollo's Morning Paper. Susie has just arrived in Australia. She is clutching a newborn baby, but she has no wedding ring on her left hand. With no money, and no hope, how can she turn her life around? Gemma Peters, a happy-go-lucky teenager has disappeared without trace. Where has she gone? Why has she been lying to her family? And, most importantly, will she ever come home? Twenty-four-year-old Imogen longs for a baby. She knows it's hard to raise a child alone, but Imogen is also blind. Can she overcome life's challenges and have the baby she longs for? Funny, heart-warming and moving, these seven short stories are the perfect excuse for a bit of me-time.

The Sense of an Ending

The Sense of an Ending
Author: Julian Barnes
Publisher: Vintage
Total Pages: 158
Release: 2011-10-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0307957330

BOOKER PRIZE WINNER • NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A novel that follows a middle-aged man as he contends with a past he never much thought about—until his closest childhood friends return with a vengeance: one of them from the grave, another maddeningly present. A novel so compelling that it begs to be read in a single setting, The Sense of an Ending has the psychological and emotional depth and sophistication of Henry James at his best, and is a stunning achievement in Julian Barnes's oeuvre. Tony Webster thought he left his past behind as he built a life for himself, and his career has provided him with a secure retirement and an amicable relationship with his ex-wife and daughter, who now has a family of her own. But when he is presented with a mysterious legacy, he is forced to revise his estimation of his own nature and place in the world.

The Silk Road Score

The Silk Road Score
Author: Cathy L. Patrenos
Publisher: Next Chapter
Total Pages: 395
Release: 2024-04-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Grace and Simon set out on an adventure of a lifetime, traveling overland through a part of the Middle East known as the hippie trail. Heading out of Istanbul, Grace is oblivious to the fact that Simon is smuggling a priceless relic in the belly of their 1968 Volkswagen camper. They hook up and convoy with an eclectic bunch of free spirits, including a British undercover Interpol officer whose attraction to Grace becomes problematic to his investigation. Moving further through exotic lands teeming with the remains of ancient civilizations, drug-generating poppy fields and threatening, proud tribesmen, the group encounters unique societies and experiences, while at the same time discovering each other. But things are not as they appear. What started for Grace as an innocuous, well-planned journey quickly changes into closely guarded secrets, deceit, and murder.

How to Decide

How to Decide
Author: Annie Duke
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2020-10-13
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0593418484

Through a blend of compelling exercises, illustrations, and stories, the bestselling author of Thinking in Bets will train you to combat your own biases, address your weaknesses, and help you become a better and more confident decision-maker. What do you do when you're faced with a big decision? If you're like most people, you probably make a pro and con list, spend a lot of time obsessing about decisions that didn't work out, get caught in analysis paralysis, endlessly seek other people's opinions to find just that little bit of extra information that might make you sure, and finally go with your gut. What if there was a better way to make quality decisions so you can think clearly, feel more confident, second-guess yourself less, and ultimately be more decisive and be more productive? Making good decisions doesn't have to be a series of endless guesswork. Rather, it's a teachable skill that anyone can sharpen. In How to Decide, bestselling author Annie Duke and former professional poker player lays out a series of tools anyone can use to make better decisions. You'll learn: • To identify and dismantle hidden biases. • To extract the highest quality feedback from those whose advice you seek. • To more accurately identify the influence of luck in the outcome of your decisions. • When to decide fast, when to decide slow, and when to decide in advance. • To make decisions that more effectively help you to realize your goals and live your values. Through interactive exercises and engaging thought experiments, this book helps you analyze key decisions you've made in the past and troubleshoot those you're making in the future. Whether you're picking investments, evaluating a job offer, or trying to figure out your romantic life, How to Decide is the key to happier outcomes and fewer regrets.