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What If Humans Were Like Animals?
By Marianne Taylor. 2013
Everyone has wondered what it would be like to be their pet dog or cat--covered in fur, walking on all…
fours. But have you ever wondered what it would be like to have eight eyes and legs like a spider? What if you drank through a straw that was part of your mouth like a butterfly? The imagination runs wild in this book that explores the hilarious possibilities of what it would be like if people had the traits of animals all while learning distinct and disgusting facts about these animals. For instance, picture what it would be like if people . . . . . . carried their young in their mouths like jawfish do. . . . were as strong as carpenter ants, which can lift 850x their own weight. . . . could stretch over 10x their own length the way that ribbon worms can. . . . had eyes in their hands like starfish. . . . had skunk defenses and squirted some stink out of their rears when they're attacked.What If Humans Were Animals imagines all these possibilities and more in hilariously graphic picture and gag-provoking text that entertains as well as educates. Readers will never be able to forget all these animal facts when they picture them in this zany and outrageous context.Estate Sales Made Easy
By Victoria Gray. 2017
From first client contact to signed contract and from setup to day of sale to takedown Victoria Gray…
an experienced estate sales manager and founder of Estate Sales by Victoria guides you through what it takes to run a successful estate sale With a thorough exploration of the legal financial familial and business issues Gray lays out the nuts and bolts of an estate sale with sensitivity to emotions that might arise during the process Gray also delves into the spiritual energy that she has sensed in different houses throughout her 27 years in the business With insightful tips and an easy-to-follow process you will be equipped to Set up appointments with potential clients seeking an estate sale manager Create a contract for the sale Set up the sale including pricing and arranging items for maximal efficiency and profit Manage the sale from client to customer Take down the sale and distribute the proceeds Build your customer base and keep itGray s efficient no-nonsense advice will help you to tackle your first estate sale with little fuss and a full sense of preparation Whether you want to establish your own estate sales business or conduct an estate sale for a loved one this guide provides everything you need to know from an experienced manager who has seen it allNiubi!
By Eveline Chao. 2009
How to talk dirty and influence people?in Chinese! You can study Chinese for years, but do you really know how…
to talk like a native speaker? The next book in Plume?s foreign language slang series, Niubi! will make sure you learn all the colorful vernacular words and phrases used by Chinese people of all ages in a variety of situations, including flirting and dating, wheeling and dealing, and even specific Internet slang?not to mention plenty of Chinese words that are . . . well, best not to mention. Accessible and useful to complete novices (Niubi! newbies), intermediate students of Mandarin Chinese, or just anyone who enjoys cursing in other languages, this irreverent guide is packed with hilarious anecdotes and illustrations, mini cultural lessons, and contextual explanations. So whether you?re planning a trip to Beijing, flirting with an online acquaintance from Shanghai, or just want to start a fight in Chinatown?Niubi! will ensure that nothing you say is lost in translation.So, You Want to Work in Sports?
By Joanne Mattern. 2014
Love sports? Make your passion your profession with this guide that can help you score a career in the sports…
industry.The sports industry is wide and vast, and there are countless ways to get involved and make sports your job. From the popular careers of professional athlete, coach, sports broadcaster, and photographer, to the lesser-known professions of sports agent, statistician, sports therapist, and scout, So, You Want to Work in Sports? delves into a wide variety of possible futures that are exciting and rewarding. In addition to tips and interviews from many different professionals, So, You Want to Work in Sports? includes inspiring stories from young adults who are out there exploring different sectors, as well as games, activities, a glossary, and resources to help you on your way to a successful career in athletics.Overrated
By Mark Juddery. 2010
A cantankerous collection of the 50 most overhyped people, places and things in the world What do horoscopes, hemlock, Star…
Trek, the Oscars, and sliced bread have in common? They're all overrated-and systematically skewered in this hilariously opinionated takedown of all things overhyped. Discover the most overrated. . . Animal Movie Vegetable Sport News item Wonder of the world Tourist attraction Way to die Readers who are in no mood to celebrate Ulysses, doves, baby boomers, the curse of Tutankhamen, and many other icons of culture and lore will delight in this score-settling and take-no-prisoners volume. .How to be Lovely: The Audrey Hepburn Way of Life
By Melissa Hellstern. 2004
A beloved icon who put the 'haute' in 'couture' and found success as an actress, a mother and a humanitarian,…
Audrey Hepburn was an expert in the art of being a woman. The waifish star and muse of Givenchy was quite the sage as well, turning out insightful quotes on topics of concern to women the world over: careers, love lives, motherhood, relationships and ageing gracefully, among others. Writer Melissa Hellstern has spent five years collecting some of the late icon's most remarkable words in this beautifully designed and produced book filled with rare photos, behind-the-scenes stories and insights from the friends who knew Hepburn well. Enduring the challenges of womanhood - miscarriages, divorce and the balancing act of career and family - Audrey Hepburn exuded dignity and humility through her successes and failures, and women of all ages will find inspiration among these pages. More philosophy than biography, 'How to be Lovely' revisits the many interviews Audrey gave over the years, allowing us to hear her voice directly. 'How to be Lovely' uncovers the real Audrey, in her own words. Audrey Hepburn perfected the art of gracious living and is an enduring, relevant and inspiring role model for women today. She found her way into the hearts of millions who grew up wanting to be just like her. A 'Los Angeles Times' bestseller, the book is supported by www. howtobelovely. com. More philosophy than biography, Hepburn perfected the art of gracious living Includes rare photos of the Rat Pack's 'Princess' Hepburn is an enduring - and commercial - icon The real Audrey - in her own words100 Successful College Application Essays (Second Edition)
By Harvard Independent. 2002
The largest collection of successful college application essays available in one volume. These are the essays that helped their authors…
gain admission to Harvard, Yale, Brown, Columbia, Wellesley, Colby, and other outstanding schools—followed by invaluable comments by experts in admissions, placement, and college counseling at some of the best learning institutions around the country. This helpful guide includes: 100 complete essays with professional commentary Examples of essays on common topics (family background, athletics, work experience), as well as the more offbeat Essays on the immigrant experience by foreign-born students A section of drawing and cartoon essays Insider advice from a Princeton dean of admissions A “What Not to Do” chapter from a top college counselor And more Compiled by members from The Harvard Independent, the weekly newsmagazine of Harvard University, this is an invaluable resource for students who want to write the best possible essay—and improve their chances of admission to the best possible school.The Sell Your Novel Tool kit
By Elizabeth Lyon. 1997
In this book, Elizabeth Lyon offers novelists the wisdom of her experience as an author, book editor, writing instructor, and…
marketing consultant. Step-by-step, she details what editors want, what questions to ask them, and how to develop a marketing strategy.There's a Sucker Born Every Minute
By Jeffrey Robinson. 2010
One in nine Americans will lose money as a victim of fraud • Every man and woman in the country…
(and every child with an email address) will be targeted by professional fraudsters-multiple times. • Seven out of every eight frauds go unreported. • Most fraudsters will get away with their crime. • Government agencies and crime watchdogs suggest that there could be up to $100 billion worth of fraud in this country in any given year. A jaw-dropping exposé of fraud in America today-who's doing it, how it's done, and how you can protect yourself-the world of fraud is laid bare: from personal finance and investment schemes to Internet scams and identity theft, to pyramid cons and the infamous Nigerian advance fee frauds. Jeffrey Robinson gets inside the heads of the most notorious scam artists to uncover the psychological weapons they use to entice victims. With uncanny clarity and insight, he shows how to spot a scam and how to limit your exposure to fraudsters. There's a Sucker Born Every Minute levels the playing field, arming consumers with the knowledge they need to combat even the most insidious conmen. Watch a Video .Guide to Life and Literature of the Southwest
By Frank Dobie.
The Ultimate Guide to Sexual Fantasy: How to Turn Your Fantasies into Reality
By Violet Blue. 2004
Turn your favorite sexual fantasies into reality, safely and successfully...The complete guide for everyone--women and men, singles and couples! Join…
the legions of couples and singles who are making their hottest sexual fantasies come true. Whether you're looking for an endless supply of fantasy ideas or expert advice for a playful, imaginative sex life that turns you both on, this charming and information-packed book will tell you exactly what you need to know: * Learn your lover's secret fantasies * Role-play: hot, dramatic sex without feeling silly * Comprehensive lists of the most popular fantasies and fetishes--complete with suggestions for props, toys, and costumes (and where to buy them) * Expert help for deciding just how far to take your fantasies * How to have a threesome--without jealousy * Sex parties and swinging * How to have sex in public * Create thrilling S/M scenarios * Racy sex games for lovers * How to strip, lap dance, talk dirty * Make your own porn and erotic photographs * PLUS...hot new stories by best-selling erotica author Alison TylerThe Biographical Dictionary of Literary Failure
By C. D. Rose, Andrew Gallix. 2014
A darkly comic, satirical reference book about writers who never made it into the literary canonA signal event of literary…
scholarship, The Biographical Dictionary of Literary Failure compiles the biographies of history's most notable cases of a complete lack of literary success. As such, it is the world's leading authority on the subject.Compiled in one volume by C. D. Rose, a well-educated person universally acknowledged in parts of England as the world's pre-eminent expert on inexpert writers, the book culls its information from lost or otherwise ignored archives scattered around the globe, as well as the occasional dustbin.The dictionary amounts to a monumental accomplishment: the definitive appreciation of history's least accomplished writers. Thus immortalized beyond deserving and rescued from hard-earned obscurity, the authors presented in this historic volume comprise a who's who of the talentless and deluded, their stories timeless litanies of abject psychosis, misapplication, and delinquency.It is, in short, a treasure.Outlook 2000 in a Nutshell
By Bo Leuf, Tom Syroid. 2000
Outlook 2000 in a Nutshellfills the need for an up-to-date and comprehensive reference book for sophisticated users who want to…
get all they can out of this powerful and versatile program.The Little Guide to Vintage Shopping
By Melody Fortier. 2009
A Modern Guide to Vintage Vintage clothing offers couture quality at a fraction of the price. But how can you…
spot a Dior original in a rack stuffed with Little Black Dresses? Vintage-clothing dealer Melody Fortier demystifies the entire process so you'll know just what to look for, what to avoid, and what to pay. The Little Guide to Vintage Shopping shares insider tips for evaluating quality, selecting problem-free pieces, ensuring the perfect fit and silhouette, and caring for your unique finds. With this savvy guide tucked in your handbag, you'll be ready to hit the streets. From fashion boutiques to flea markets, the hunt for treasures is on!The Highly Selective Dictionary for the Extraordinarily Literate
By Eugene Ehrlich. 1997
Between TV talk shows, radio call-in programs, email and the Internet, spontaneous-talk media has skyrocketed in the '90s. People are…
interacting more frequently and more fervently than ever before, turning the English language into an indecipherable mess. Now, this unique and concise compendium presents the most confused and misused words in the language today -- words misused by careless speakers and writers everywhere. It defines, discerns and distinguishes the finer points of sense and meaning. Was it fortuitous or only fortunate? Are you trying to remember, or more fully recollect? Is he uninterested or disinterested? Is it healthful or healthy, regretful or regrettable, notorious or infamous? The answers to these and many more fascinating etymological questions can be found within the pages of this invaluable (or is it valuable?) reference.New Russian-English Dictionary (Dover Language Guides Russian)
By M O brien. 1944
Handiest Russian dictionary in print, with surprising amount of information, including accent changes in declension and conjugation, irregular forms, special…
treatment of perfectives, etc. Used in scores of colleges. Over 70,000 entries.City Chic
By Nina Willdorf. 2009
<p><em>Live the luxe life on less</em></p><p>You're a Modern Girl embarking on a fabulous life in the city, working hard and…
playing even harder. Money may be an object, but you refuse to let it be an obstacle. That's because what you may lack in funds you make up for in daring and desire. Completely revised with more tips and tricks than ever, <strong>City Chic</strong>is your practical insiders' primer on how to creatively cheat at being chic. From food and drink to personal maintenance, and from fashion to home décor, <strong>City Chic</strong>covers everything a Modern Girl needs to know. </p><ul><li>Big idea decoratingfor small spaces</li><li>Cash-saving culinary tips</li><li>The best websites for scoringdeals</li><li>Go green: save the environment and your checking account</li><li>Maximize your iPod for fullparty potential</li><li>Establish your perfectsignature cocktail</li></ul><p><u>PRAISE FOR CITY CHIC </u></p><p>'<em>City Chic</em>is constantly inventive, amazingly granular, and a blast to read. '<br><strong>Dany Levy, founder/chairman | Daily Candy, Inc. </strong></p><p>'I love the book. If only I'd had it for the past ten yearsit would've saved me lots of heartache, bad furniture, and most importantly, money It gives you license to scrimp and pinchand makes you feel more empowered to do so. '<br><strong>Gigi Guerra, brand marketing director of Madewell | former editor of Lucky magazine</strong></p><p>'City chicks no longer need to turn tricks or sell dope in order to have a glamorous lifestyle just read Nina's brilliant book. '<br><strong>Simon Doonan, creative director for Barneys New York | author of Confessions of a Window Dresser </strong></p><p>'Being an 'it' girl has never been about how much cash you had in the bank, and now is the time to embrace your inner recessionista. Willdorf's book proves that being frugal and being fabulous are not mutually exclusive. '<br><strong>Lara Cohen, news director | Us Weekly</strong></p>Lost States: True Stories of Texlahoma, Transylvania, and Other States That Never Made It
By Michael J. Trinklein. 2010
Everyone knows the fifty nifty united states--but what about the hundreds of other statehood proposals that never came to pass?…
Lost States is a tribute to such great unrealized dreams as West Florida, Texlahoma, Montezuma, Rough and Ready, and Yazoo. Some of these states came remarkably close to joining the Union. Others never had a chance. Many are still trying. Consider: * Frontier legend Daniel Boone once proposed a state of Transylvania in the Appalachian wilderness (his plan was resurrected a few years later with the new name of Kentucky). * Residents of bucolic South Jersey wanted to secede from their urban north Jersey neighbors and form the fifty-first state. * The Gold Rush territory of Nataqua could have made a fine state--but since no women were willing to live there, the settlers gave up and joined California. Each story offers a fascinating glimpse at the nation we might have become--along with plenty of absurd characters, bureaucratic red tape, and political gamesmanship. Accompanying these tales are beautifully rendered maps detailing the proposed state boundaries, plus images of real-life artifacts and ephemera. Welcome to the world of Lost States!The Newlywed's Instruction Manual
By Caroline Tiger, Scotty Reifsnyder, Paul Kepple. 2010
At last! A guide to that crucial first year of marriage! You've exchanged your vows, cut the cake, and danced…
your first dance. Now what? The wedding may be over but the marriage has just begun. You're in the honeymoon period now, but when reality sets in you'll likely be full of questions: Is arguing normal? How do we decorate when we have two completely different styles? How do I deal with the in-laws? Are we ready for children? Fortunately, The Newlywed's Instruction Manual is here to help you and your spouse navigate the ins and outs of those early years of marriage. From communication and cohabitation to in-laws, money, and sex, this guide is for every couple who is just starting out their new life together.P sele sin temor ni aficiones encarnadas a dar un recorrido al estramb tico y…
singular mundo del voto y el votado Cada sexenio durante poca de elecciones o incluso cada d a nos encontramos con que los pol ticos de nuestro pa s nos ofrecen una gran cantidad de t rminos que a veces no entendemos y en otras ocasiones permanecen grabados en lo m s profundo de la memoria Las p ginas venideras est n llenas de triqui uelas y felon as en las que encontrar divertimentos y acepciones -cada una con su ejemplo de la vida real- de actos frecuentes en nuestro complejo sistema democr tico Tambi n disfrutar de datos curiosos sobre nuestros expresidentes mandamientos para el buen pol tico citas literarias de personajes famosos y del pueblo en fin un amplio panorama de colores y tonos para entender -si esto es posible- un poco m s del toma y daca el tejemaneje y el estira y afloje de las elecciones en nuestra gran naci n P sele sin temor ni aficiones encarnadas a dar un recorrido al estramb tico y singular mundo del voto y el votado