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The Earl Campbell Story: A Football Great's Battle with Panic Disorder
by John Bernard RuaneIn 1989, three years after retiring from the NFL, Hall of Fame running back Earl Campbell was diagnosed with panic and anxiety disorder. From that point on, his life would never be the same. In this biography, Campbell reveals himself as a powerful young man who, with his parents and 10 siblings, struggled to make ends meet working the famous rose fields of Tyler, Texas. He accepted a scholarship to the University of Texas, won the Heisman Trophy, and eventually became a three-time winner of the... more
Racing With "The Doctor": Recollections from a Member of Jerry Crabb's Sprint Car Pit Crew
by Todd R. ThomasJerry Crabb raced motorcycles, 3-wheelers, and 4-wheelers from the 1960's into the 2010's. At the age of 47, in 1990 he made his first start in a 410 cubic inch sprint car at Knoxville Raceway. In 1991 he built his own 360 cubic inch sprint car, and raced at Knoxville and several Iowa tracks until 2006. He was the winner of the 1998 Masters Classic at Knoxville Raceway. This book contains recollections from a fifteen year member of Jerry's sprint car pit crew. At the age of 18 in 1985, Todd Th... more
Racing With "The Doctor": Recollections from a Member of Jerry Crabb's Sprint Car Pit Crew (Black & White Edition)
by Todd R. ThomasBlack & White Edition (same content as Color Edition, except photos are black & white): Jerry Crabb raced motorcycles, 3-wheelers, and 4-wheelers from the 1960's into the 2010's. At the age of 47, in 1990 he made his first start in a 410 cubic inch sprint car at Knoxville Raceway. In 1991 he built his own 360 cubic inch sprint car, and raced at Knoxville and several Iowa tracks until 2006. He was the winner of the 1998 Masters Classic at Knoxville Raceway. At the age of 18 in 198... more
Racing With "The Doctor": Recollections from a Member of Jerry Crabb's Sprint Car Pit Crew (Full Color Edition)
by Todd R. ThomasFull Color Edition (Same content as Black & White Edition, except photos are in color): Jerry Crabb raced motorcycles, 3-wheelers, and 4-wheelers from the 1960's into the 2010's. At the age of 47, in 1990 he made his first start in a 410 cubic inch sprint car at Knoxville Raceway. In 1991 he built his own 360 cubic inch sprint car, and raced at Knoxville and several Iowa tracks until 2006. He was the winner of the 1998 Masters Classic at Knoxville Raceway. At the age of 18 in 1985, To... more
It's Me I See
by Dr. KaiRhythm is a vital tool for babies to understand when phrases end and begin. This is their first step in learning language. After they get a handle on that, rhythm helps children develop a motor pattern. The combination of rhymes and new words challenge kids in ways other children’s literature doesn’t always do. They will learn that language can be fun, and they'll gain confidence in their own reading ability. This sensible early reading book introduces toddlers and young children to letter sound... more
Writing to Be Understood
by Anne JanzerWriting To Be Understood is the thinking writer’s guide to effective nonfiction writing techniques, such as using analogies to illustrate unseen concepts, appealing to the reader's innate curiosity, and balancing credibility with humility. For each topic, the book combines insights from cognitive science with advice from writers and expert practitioners in fields of psychology, technology, economics, medicine, policy, and more.
Huehuetlatolli
by Gerardo Calderon & Nelda Reyes
Spiritual Atheist
by Nick Seneca JankelFor the millions who want to find peace, love, and purpose without religion, Cambridge-educated scientist, wisdom teacher, and leadership expert Nick Jankel sets out a radical new life philosophy that reunites cutting-edge science with timeless spiritual wisdom to help us make better life choices, understand our place in the universe, and deal with our life, love, and leadership challenges so we thrive. Spiritual Atheist is a ground-breaking ‘philosophical memoir’ that draws on the author’s k... more
Born to the Flame: La Casa Monte
by Gerrald MccollisterBorn to the Flame: La Casa Monte is a book of true life experiences about forest firefighting through the eyes of one firefighter, from the 1970's through the early 1990's. It tells of actual forest fire ordeals, and work and personal relationships between individual firefighters and fire crews as a whole.
Celebrate Durga Puja With Me!
by Shoumi SenDurga Puja is here! What does it mean to a child? New clothes, laughing with friends, yummy food and being immersed in a colorful cultural experience. Step into this book and share in Riya’s excitement as you watch this festival come alive! ‘Celebrate Durga Puja With Me!' is part of the series 'From The Toddler Diaries' and celebrates Durga Puja as experienced by 3 year old Riya. This artful portrayal of the '5 Days of Pujo' appeals to young and old alike. Shashti, Saptami, Ashtami, Navami an... more
Apples for the Princess: A Fairytale about Kindness and Honesty.
by Sean Buvala“Well as you say, so it is.” Is that a warning or a blessing from the old wizard that our young heroes encounter on the road to the castle, home of the very sick princess? Use this book, with its retelling of a classic Grimm fairytale, to explore the values of honesty and kindness. How should we treat others? Find out as three boys discover that it is important to treat all people with respect and courtesy. When they forget, frog-filled, pig-packed chaos ruins their great plans to bring the h... more
Upanishads - A Journey Into the Unknown (Essence of Timeless Insights Attained Through Deep States of Meditation)
by Dr. King .These timeless insights, recorded several thousands of years ago, declare the oneness of not only the human beings – irrespective of cast, religion, gender, race, but also the entire animate and inanimate world. They ask:”How can anyone hate or kill anyone else, when in reality, we are all one in the ultimate sense?” They also provide us a way of experiencing this ultimate truth, the pinnacle of our spiritual journey.
At the same time, Upanishads don’t advocate a... more
Five Simple Grafting Techniques Best Suited for Most Exotic Fruit Plants (Economy Edition)
by Dr. King .This book describes in detail 5 most useful grafting techniques that can be used to propagate many exotic fruits. The book contains detailed illustrations, examples, fruit chart as well as root stocks and techniques well suited for these fruits.
The Valueholder
by Roberto FustéVALUEHOLDER [val-yoo-hohl-der]
noun
A professional that works in an organization and due to his/her skills and contributions holds a proportion of its value. In the old days, these people used to be called employees. The latest hard-nosed data confirms that 85% of employees around the world are disengaged and unhappy with their jobs.***
THE VALUEHOLDER aims to dignify the employee. This book invites disengaged and unfulfilled employees to get u... more
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Thinking Through Galatians
by L. A. Mott, Jr. 
STRAY TO TENT A FOREVER HOME
by Gary ClarkSTRAY TO TENT A FOREVER HOME is a children's book that helps children develop compassion for the hardships of the homeless. Through the books illustrations your child will better understand where the homeless animals and people live and how their situation impacts your child's life. If you like heartwarming tales of animals bonding with people , stories with strong morals and a children friendly approach to social issues, then you ,your child and your family will love Gary Clark's story of co... more
