Riding High In April

Author : Jude Berman
Publisher : SparkPress
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2024-04-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781684632312

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The Die by Jude Berman Pdf

Darah, a tech writer living in the democratic nation of California, is dismayed to see the game she’s helping develop for a Silicon Valley tech company has been tampered with. When her hacker friend Jedd investigates, he uncovers a conspiracy that could change the nation—and the world. With a circle of close friends, Jedd digs deeper and deeper into the darknet and exposes the unthinkable: an app is being developed that uses quantum computing and neuroscience to alter people’s brains, totally unbeknownst to them. As the friends realize the devastating impact of this technology, they’re presented with a dilemma: stay quiet and stay safe, or risk their lives to stand up to the international authoritarian force behind this plot? Combining activist, techno-thriller, and metaphysical fiction elements and scaffolded on three realities—the ancient wisdom of the Mahabharata, our current sociopolitical reality, and the near future—The Die is a fast-paced story about friendship, courage, and democracy.

Author : Nicole Meier
Publisher : SparkPress
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2024-05-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781684632473

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City of Books by Nicole Meier Pdf

Jo Waterstone knows what you should read next. She’s honed the skill of sizing up a person and recommending their next book in the decades she’s worked at Bruebaker’s Books. Her life has been shaped by the store, the bustle of customers exploring the stacks, and managing the eager staff. She can honestly say it’s the best job she’s ever had. Then the store’s elderly owner, Mr. Bruebaker, suffers a stroke, and just like that Jo’s perfect job is on the chopping block. Mr. B’s daughters and the bookstore’s icy CEO think the time is right to close for good, and they order Jo to lock up. But she doesn’t know what she would be without Bruebaker’s—and besides, the place is an institution. So instead of following orders, she decides to take a stand: along with a few brave team members, she barricades herself in the store, trying to buy time until Mr. Bruebaker recovers and can speak for himself. Living in a bookstore has a certain magic to it, but the quiet hours among the books throw the choices Jo has made in her life into sharp relief. As supporters—and detractors—start to voice their opinions about her actions, Jo will have to decide what, exactly, is worth saving.

Author : Ray Comfort
Publisher : BroadStreet Publishing Group LLC
Page : 443 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2017-09-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781424555154

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Think on These Things by Ray Comfort Pdf

Author : Denis Collins
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 994 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-27
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781506388038

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Business Ethics by Denis Collins Pdf

Business Ethics: Best Practices for Designing and Managing Ethical Organizations, Second Edition focuses on how to create organizations of high integrity and superior performance. Author Denis Collins shows how to design organizations that reinforce ethical behavior and reduce ethical risks using his unique Optimal Ethics Systems Model that outlines how to hire and train ethical employees, make ethical decisions, and create a trusting, productive work environment. Taking a practical approach, this text is packed with tips, strategies, and real-world case studies that profile a wide variety of businesses, industries, and issues. New to This Edition: Premium Ethical Dilemma videos located in the Interactive eBook challenge students to practice their ethical reasoning and ethical decision-making skills. New case studies tackle complex ethical issues through real-world companies such as the NFL, Wells Fargo, Exxon Mobil, and Volkswagen. New chapter-opening ethical dilemmas based on real situations allow students to grapple with the grey areas of business ethics. Optimal Ethics System Check-Up surveys summarize the best practices discussed in the chapter to allow students to assess, benchmark, and continuously improve their own organization. Ethics in the News activities profile real-world events such as United Airlines’ removal of a passenger on an overbooked flight to challenge students to think critically about how they would respond in a particular situation. Up for Debate features highlight contentious issues that students encounter in real life (such as Facebook privacy).

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Charitable uses, trusts, and foundations
ISBN : NYPL:33433016644076

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Cumulative List of Organizations Described in Section 170 (c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 by Anonim Pdf

Author : United States. Internal Revenue Service
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1148 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Charitable uses, trusts, and foundations
ISBN : UOM:39015062116408

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Cumulative List of Organizations Described in Section 170 (c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 by United States. Internal Revenue Service Pdf

Author : Jackie Townsend
Publisher : Sparkpress
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2021-08-24
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1684630959

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Riding High in April by Jackie Townsend Pdf

Riding High in April takes us across the world as one man risks it all for a final chance to make it big in the tech world. At stake are his reputation, his dwindling bank account, and his fifteen-year relationship with a woman grappling with who she is and what really matters to her.

Author : Darryl Kennedy
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2013-04-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781483629131

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The Man Who Cared Too Much by Darryl Kennedy Pdf

“He’s so funny, Ma. Uncle’s a bit like the Devil, isn’t he – if he knew the truth he’d only lie about it.” “Devil or not, you won’t pull the wool over his eyes. He’s always ten steps ahead. He’s like that electric hare at the greyhound races – you’re never going to catch him, no matter how hard you try.” Not a black hearted liar, more Prince of Fibs, Teresa’s uncle keeps everyone on their toes. Rich, a scholar, and ex-national boxing champion – some say a Communist crackpot – Fergus O’Flynn, with devilish cunning, teaches his pretty teenage niece higher things of life, even citing scripture, and how to fight dirty, take care of herself on Hope Street where she’s considered easy bait walking home from school. Neglect had once been his demon, allowing his own sister to die. He was never to let that happen again. Teresa prefers to watch the world from her giant fig tree. One day she is stirred into action, saving a street girl savagely beaten. She takes revenge; a plot unexpectedly hatched by her uncle. Set in Australia’s Tropics, more about school assignments than school proms; of an uncle who brings richness to Teresa’s life in guiding her to self acceptance while continually working behind the scenes. But Fergus is like those painted Russian dolls – out they come, small, large, larger again, all empty as before. Or is he? His fourth novel, Darryl Kennedy is a retired English teacher now writing fulltime in Australia.

Author : Matthew J. Prigge
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2023-03-27
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781476648637

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Opening Day in Milwaukee by Matthew J. Prigge Pdf

Opening day in Milwaukee is an event like no other in baseball--all the pomp and reverence for the return of the season, with a tailgate party like only Brewers fans know how to throw. Each opener creates treasured memories, like Hank Aaron's return to Milwaukee, Sixto Lezcano's walk-off grand slam, the momentous opening of Miller Park, Lorenzo Cain's game-saving grab or the debuts of a couple of kids named Yount and Molitor. Chronicling a half-century of baseball lore, this book relives 53 home openers and the traditions, oddball characters, unlikely heroes and Hall of Fame legends they featured.

Author : Joseph Dean Klatt
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 637 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2013-07-30
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781481760393

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Freedom Found by Joseph Dean Klatt Pdf

FREEDOM FOUND tells of one mans struggle in his search for independence, for the freedom to be all that he could be, to reach the unreachable star. FREEDOM FOUND tells the story of the authors achieving independence with dignity with each of his 7 Seeing Eye dogs. This is a book about a man who dares to run headlong in the wind out where only dreams have been with is courageous Seeing Eye dogs. In this book, the reader will also meet Morris Frank, one of the Founders of The Seeing Eye, Inc. and the Seeing Eye trainers, all of whom demonstrate the highest professional excellence and do so with elan and good humor.

Author : Joe F. Huth,Richie F. Levine
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 441 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2004-01-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780595298488

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by Joe F. Huth,Richie F. Levine Pdf

"Knight Rider Legacy: The Unofficial Guide to the Knight Rider Universe" by Joe Huth IV and Richie F. Levine is the ultimate guide to the creation and production of this cult classic. Contained within are extensive cast and crew interviews, a season-by-season episode guide loaded with trivia, details on each "Knight Rider" spin-off, and rare, never before published photos! Fans will discover: How Glen Larson came up with the idea for "Knight Rider" (it was based on an episode of "B.J. and the Bear"--Larson's previous series). How David Hasselhoff almost blew his chance at becoming the "Knight Rider," Why William Daniels declined on-screen credit. The reason behind Patricia McPherson's firing and rehiring. How the stunt team performed K.I.T.T.'s incredible feats. The making of "Knight Rider 2000," "Knight Rider 2010," and "Team Knight Rider," If you loved the handsome Michael Knight, the intelligent Bonnie Barstow, the dashing Devon Miles, and the jaw-dropping feats performed by K.I.T.T., then "Knight Rider Legacy" is for you!

Author : Mike Trigg
Publisher : SparkPress
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2022-08-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781684631780

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Bit Flip by Mike Trigg Pdf

Combining the corporate intrigue of Joseph Finder, the satirical cultural critique of Dave Eggers, and the domestic drama of Laura Dave, Bit Flip is a fast-paced contemporary thriller that delivers an authentic insider’s view of the corrupting influences of greed, entitlement, and vanity in technology start-ups. Tech executive Sam Hughes came to Silicon Valley to “make the world a better place.” He’s just not sure he’s doing that anymore. And when an onstage meltdown sends him into a professional tailspin, he suddenly sees the culture of the Bay Area’s tech bubble in a new light. Just as Sam’s wondering if his start-up career and marriage might both be over at fortysomething, an inadvertent discovery pulls him back into his former company, where he begins to unravel the insidious schemes of the founder and venture investors. Driven by his desire for redemption, Sam discovers a conspiracy of fraud, blackmail, and manipulation that leads to tragic outcomes—threatening to destroy not only the company but also his own moral compass. Entangled in a web of complicity, how far will Sam go to achieve his dreams of entrepreneurial success?

Author : Elizabeth Aden
Publisher : SparkPress
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2024-05-21
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781684632558

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The Goldilocks Genome by Elizabeth Aden Pdf

When San Francisco–based FDA epidemiologist Dr. Carrie Hediger uncovers a rash of unexplained deaths while investigating the suspiciously convenient death of her best friend, she becomes determined to find answers—even if it leads her to a murderer, and even if confronting authority, using her wiles, and bending the rules to get justice risks her future in the FDA. To unravel the puzzle, Carrie assembles a team: some talented post-doctoral fellows, a quirky pharmacologist, an unctuous chemist, and a skeptical FBI agent that she can’t help her attraction for. Together, they follow the data through the twists and turns, eventually uncovering that the Goldilocks effect in prescription drugs—the premise that people are inclined to seek “just the right amount” of something—is central to understanding these mysterious deaths. Through the twists and turns, Carrie and her team enter a race to uncover the truth . . . and catch a killer. Grounded in real data analysis techniques, real science and pharmacology, and actual current psychiatric practices, The Goldilocks Genome is simultaneously a taut, race-against-time thriller and a condemnation of the psychiatric industry’s failure to implement genetic-based “personalized medicine”—a problem that persists to this day.

Author : Sigur E. Whitaker
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2022-08-31
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781476646657

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Racing with Roger Penske by Sigur E. Whitaker Pdf

Auto racing legend Roger Penske began as a successful sportscar driver before transitioning to owning a race team and opening a car dealership. Within eight years, Team Penske won the Indianapolis 500. Today, the team boasts more than 580 victories, including an unparalleled 18 Indianapolis 500 wins and two at the Daytona 500. Penske's efforts on the track have been intertwined with his business ventures. Penske Corporation, with $32 billion in revenues, includes Penske truck leasing and rentals, retail automotive centers and logistics. In 2019, he bought the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and related assets, including IndyCar, and led both through the coronavirus pandemic, when racing continued with no fans in the stands. This book chronicles more than 50 years of Roger Penske's racing history, with an overview of his business career, including the turnaround of Detroit Diesel.

Author : Sherilyn Connelly
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2017-03-21
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781476626864

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Ponyville Confidential by Sherilyn Connelly Pdf

Beloved by young girls around the world, Hasbro’s My Little Pony franchise has been mired in controversy since its debut in the early 1980s. Critics dismissed the cartoons as toy advertisements, and derided their embrace of femininity. The 2010 debut of the openly feminist My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic renewed the backlash, as its broad appeal challenged entrenched notions about gendered entertainment. This first comprehensive study of My Little Pony explores the history and cultural significance of the franchise through Season 5 of Friendship Is Magic and the first three Equestria Girls films. The brand has continued to be on the receiving end of a sexist double standard regarding commercialism in children’s entertainment, while masculine cartoons such as the Transformers have been spared similar criticism.