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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom (Big Book) The 26 characters in this rhythmic, rhyming baby book are a lowercase alphabet with attitude. “A told b, and b told c, ‘I’ll meet you at the top of the coconut tree’”–which probably seemed like a good idea until the other 23 members of the gang decided to follow suit. Lois Ehlert’s chunky block illustrations show the luxuriant green palm standing straight and tall on the first page, but it begins to groan and bend under its alphabetical burden. First the coconuts fall off, then (”Chicka chicka… BOOM! BOOM!”) all the letters also end up in a big heap underneath. A very simple board-book version stops there, but this original text goes on to introduce the helping hands of the 26 uppercase “mamas and papas and uncles and aunts.” (Baby to preschool) –Richard Farr Customer Review: One of the best books ever!!! This book is just as equally good as any Dr. Seuss book. Great book for any child to read. Customer Review: Awesome Purchase I bought this set for my 3 year old son for Christmas. He immediately took to it. We read it several times each day. The CD that accompanies it is great too. We listen to it in the car. It has several different tracks on it. It has helped his use of the alphabet. I would highly suggest this product. Well worth the money.
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Lover Revealed (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 4) Butch O’Neal is a fighter by nature. A hard living, ex-homicide cop, he’s the only human ever to be allowed in the inner circle of the Black Dagger Brotherhood. And he wants to go even deeper into the vampire world to engage in the turf war with the lessers. He’s got nothing to lose. His heart belongs to a female vampire, Marissa, an aristocratic beauty who’s way out of his league. If he can’t have her, then at least he can fight side by side with the Brothers… When Butch sacrifices himself to save a civilian vampire from the slayers, he falls prey to the darkest force in the war. Left for dead but found by a miracle, the Brotherhood calls on Marissa to bring him back, though even her love may not be enough to save him… Customer Review: Lover Revealed Highly erotic and definitely addictive. Great storyline. All six books are worthy reading. Looking forward to the 7th book. Customer Review: Flawed before written Let me just start by saying, I’ve always hated Butch. His character has always come across as immature, annoying, and quite frankly he doesn’t fit. Then there is our leading lady, Marissa, she is the personification of the blonde sterotype. The author put the two weakest characters together and bam….. a writing catastrophe. If I could have skipped this book I would have, but that would ruin all future story line. But, prejudice aside, this was seriously the worst book to date. It took me over a year to get as far as I’ve gotten because it was sooo ridiculous. I mean really….
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Whisper No Lies (Black Ops, Book 3) In New York Times bestselling author Cindy Gerard’s fiery new romantic suspense series, when danger threatens, the seductive heroes of Black Ops, Inc. turn up the heat.
AN INDECENT PROPOSAL… When a high roller at the Vegas casino where Crystal Debrowski manages security makes a scandalous proposition, she flat-out refuses, especially given rumors of his shady overseas connections. But then counterfeit bills mysteriously flood the gaming tables, and her reputation — and her life — are on the line. REVEALS A SIMMERING DESIRE… Despite his big, flirty grin, Texas heartbreaker Johnny Duane Reed can’t get sassy Crystal off his mind. When she is abducted by an international crime lord with a threatening obsession, Reed enlists his Black Ops, Inc. team to pursue a dangerous mission to rescue her. …WITH DEADLY CONSEQUENCES. Between Crystal and Johnny burns a scorching flame, but as they battle her relentless abductor, they uncover a malicious arms trafficking and white slavery ring. Together, they must destroy the tyrant’s wicked enterprises or face his reign of terror themselves…. Customer Review: whisper no lies Loved it, couldn’t put it down. Typical Cindy Gerard. Can’t wait for next in series. Customer Review: A Really Great Read I have enjoyed this whole series. However, this one was the best so far. When I finished, I actually turned right around and read it again! It was defineltly worth the second time around.
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The Darkest Night (Lords of the Underworld, Book 1) His powers — Inhuman His passion — Beyond immortal . . .
All her life, Ashlyn Darrow has been tormented by voices from the past. To end the nightmare, she has come to Budapest seeking help from men rumored to have supernatural abilities, not knowing she’ll be swept into the arms of Maddox, their most dangerous member — a man trapped in a hell of his own. Neither can resist the instant hunger than calms their torments . . . and ignites an irresistible passion. But every heated touch and burning kiss will edge them closer to destruction — and a soul-shattering test of love . . . Though they carry an eternal curse, the Lords of the Underworld are irresistibly seductive — and unimaginably powerful . . . Don t miss this incredible new paranormal series from Gena Showalter! Customer Review: Oh My Goddness! I absolutely loved this book! The story line is unique. Tons of heat and passion that kept me looking for more. It was definitely delivered. Customer Review: “The nearer the dawn, the darker the night.” Thousands of years ago, a group of warriors were created by the most powerful pantheon in the universe. They lived privileged lives as befitted their elite status. But even the most privileged weren’t immune to jealousy. When a sacred box, the dimOuniak, said to house demons so vile was entrusted to the strongest female soldier at the time, some warriors took affront and thought to teach the gods a lesson to prove their power not realizing that they were cursing themselves for eternity. As they opened the dimOuniak, they didn’t realize the evil that they have unleashed. When the box was lost amidst the scrimmage, leaving the warriors unable to recapture the demons, the gods punished them by trapping the demons inside their bodies. Thus, the legend of Pandora’s Box was born. And with this, came the birth of the Lords of the Underworld.
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The Language of God: A Scientist Presents Evidence for Belief (Walker Large Print Books) Does science necessarily undermine faith in God? Or could it actually support faith? Beyond the flashpoint debates over the teaching of evolution, or stem-cell research, most of us struggle with contradictions concerning life’s ultimate question. We know that accidents happen, but we believe we are on earth for a reason. Until now, most scientists have argued that science and faith occupy distinct arenas. Francis Collins, a former atheist as a science student who converted to faith as he became a doctor, is about to change that.
Collins’s faith in God has been confirmed and enhanced by the revolutionary discoveries in biology that he has helped to oversee. He has absorbed the arguments for atheism of many scientists and pundits, and he can refute them. Darwinian evolution occurs, yet, as he explains, it cannot fully explain human nature — evolution can and must be directed by God. He offers an inspiring tour of the human genome to show the miraculous nature of God’s instruction book. Sure to be compared with C.S. Lewis’s Mere Christianity, this is a stunning document, whether you are a believer, a seeker, or an atheist. Customer Review: Fantastically written, Thought-provoking yet fair As an engineer, I found this book to be thought-provoking, exceptionally well written and reasonable in taking a cursory look at many of the issues and challenges between the scientific method and many of the aspects of God and religion.
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Soul Deep (Coyote Breeds, Book 1) Book 1 in the Coyote Breeds series. Mother Nature has a way of making the most unlikely couples ‘fit’. And what could be more unlikely than a sassy, independent President’s daughter who doesn’t know when to keep her mouth shut and a loner Coyote Breed with a hunger for a cute rosebud mouth that he’s determined to still. The vote for Breed Law is coming down the pike. Kiowa’s job is to watch Amanda, the President’s daughter look, but not touch. Just make sure the Goof Troop, the Secret Service detail assigned to protect her, do their job until the law is passed. But when they don’t and the bad guys move in to take her out, Kiowa reluctantly slips in to the rescue, snatching her away to safety. But she isn’t going to come easy and it takes more than smooth talking to make her see his point of view. For a man who’s had nothing, Amanda Marion is food for the hunger that has tortured him, the reality to every dream Kiowa never dared believe in. What he feels for her is more than heat, more than love. She breathes life into his hardened heart, melting the icy chill that has protected him all his life, and touches a part of him that he thought had died his soul. And now he’ll kill anyone who tries to take her away from him. But the one person he can’t fight is Amanda, and when she wants to leave… Customer Review: A Quick Read This was a good story to really kick off the Coyote breeds. The characters were interesting and their interactions with each other really showed the difference between Coyote’s and other breeds. Customer Review: WOW WOW WOW This book is hot…but at the same time you’re gonna laugh and you’re gonna cry..Lora Leigh’s the author..Nuff Said
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Cengage Advantage Books: Human Resource Management: Essential Perspectives (Foundations Series in Management) Human Resource Management: Essential Perspectives, 3e offers practical coverage of basic HR concepts and practices, including the review of important laws and regulations as well as an overview of information that is commonly used by human resource professionals. This shortened version of the extremely successful Human Resource Management offers concise, streamlined content that is easy to use and moderately priced. Its focused coverage is ideal for individuals preparing for HR certification exams, Directors of HR and instructors who are seeking basic yet comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of HR concepts and practices. The text is presented in a format that is logical for numerous industries and professional organizations. Overviews, Internet resources, additional information, and suggested readings in every chapter provide users with synopses of every topic as well as direction on where to learn more. The global aspect of HR Management is addressed as it applied in other countries. Future managers learn lessons that they can apply domestically and around the globe. Customer Review: Great Product This product was priced very well and had was delivered promptly. The book was in very good condition as the seller mentioned and I have found no problems with it. Customer Review: human resource management I was not pleased with the service, I had requested the book be shipped express, not only was it not shipped express, it was not even shipped for ten days after it was ordered.
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The Everything Kids’ Science Experiments Book: Boil Ice, Float Water, Measure Gravity-Challenge the World Around You! (Everything Kids Series) Science has never been so easy - or so much fun! With The Everything Kids’ Science Experiments Book, all you need to do is gather a few household items and you can recreate dozens of mind-blowing, kid-tested science experiments. High school science teach Tom Robinson shows you how to expand your scientific horizons - from biology to chemistry to physics to outer space.
You’ll discover answers to questions like: Is it possible to blow up a balloon without actually blowing into it? What is inside coins? Can a magnet ever be “turned off”? Do toilets always flush in the same direction? Can a swimming pool be cleaned with just the breath of one person? Get ready to enter the laboratory and learn how to conduct cool experiments, understand scientific terms like “photosynthesis,” and know fun facts like how many latex balloons per day can be made from a rubber tree. Each section has a great science fair project, complete with all the details you need to wow your teachers and friends. You won’t want to wait for a rainy day or your school’s science fair to test these cool experiments for yourself! Customer Review: My nephew loves this book Bought the book for my nephew. He loves it. Lots of great experiments using household items. Customer Review: science I have not used them yet with my son because they are for his birthday, but I have great expectations for them.
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Running Hot (Arcane Society, Book 5) The New York Times-bestselling author of Sizzle and Burn has a brand-new Arcane Society novel.
Ex-cop Luther Malone, lifelong member of the secretive paranormal organization known as the Arcane Society, is waiting to meet Grace Renquist. Hired as an aura-reading consultant in the quest for a murder suspect, she s got zero field experience. She s from tiny Eclipse Bay, Oregon. She s a librarian, for heaven s sake.
As for Grace, she s not expecting much either from Malone, who walks with a cane and isn t so good with a gun. Nice r sum for a bodyguard . . .
But even before they reach their hotel in Maui where they ll be posing as honeymooners Grace and Luther feel the electric charge between them. Problem is, they need to remain vigilant day and night, because it soon becomes clear there s more going on here. Rogue sensitives operatives for the underground group Nightshade are pouring into the luxury resort like there s a convention. Grace recognizes those dark spikes in their auras. She saw the same pattern in someone else in another life a life she hasn t revealed to Luther or anyone else. And she understands how dangerous these people can be . . . especially with those para-hunters at their sides.
While the pair s employers at Jones & Jones scramble to get them backup, Luther and Grace have to think on their feet. The criminals in their midst aren t just high-level sensitives: They ve enhanced their talents with a potent and unpredictable drug. And as Grace knows all too well, if you don t control your powers, your powers will control you. . . . Customer Review: Great story I enjoyed this story, it kept me interested until the end of the book. Jayne Ann Krentz writes great stories. Customer Review: Needed more suspense and romance This was an OK book — far from one of Krentz’s best — but for a novel of romantic suspense, I thought it was a little light on both the suspense and the romance. The most suspenseful part of the book for me was the prologue.
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Plato: The Republic (Forgotten Books) Book Description:
“The Republic is a Socratic dialogue by Plato, written approximately 360 BC. It is an influential work of philosophy and political theory, and perhaps Plato’s best known work.” (Quote from wikipedia.org)
Table of Contents:
Publisher’s Preface; The Introduction; Argument; Characters; Book I.; Book ii.; Book iii.; Book iv.; Book V.; Book vi.; Book vii.; Book viii.; Book ix.; Book X.
About the Publisher:
Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, Esoteric and Mythology. www.forgottenbooks.org
Forgotten Books is about sharing information, not about making money. All books are priced at wholesale prices. We are also the only publisher we know of to print in large sans-serif font, which is proven to make the text easier to read and put less strain on your eyes. Customer Review: Good it wasn’t as new as I thought it would’ve been but it was still good condition. I was satisfied with duration of time it to be delivered to me and overall, i would say very good. Customer Review: The ultimate Socratic dialogue? “The Republic” is Plato’s classical utopia, and perhaps one of the most controversial political texts ever written. It’s so absurd that some people deny that Plato really meant it! Strange Aristotle never noticed. And yet, those who believe that “The Republic” shouldn’t be taken literally probably have a point. Plato himself didn’t take “The Republic” absolutely literally either.
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