Author: Katherine Farris
Publisher: Maple Tree
ISBN: 9781895688580
Category : Questions and answers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Why do clocks run clockwise? Why does laughing make you feel good? Why do jumping beans jump? This giant collection of frequently asked questions brims with amazing, fascinating, and informative answers. The layout is easy to navigate: readers find the answer to the perennial "Why do people burp?" under Human Body, or the all-important "Are there really only seven colors in a rainbow?" under Science. Vibrant full-color pages are packed with photographs, diagrams, and illustrations, making this book a fun, educational package and a quality gift. Why do salty foods make you thirsty? How do worms see underground? Are all frogs green? Children have posed all these questions, but the answers fascinate everyone, young and old alike.
You Asked?
Author: Katherine Farris
Publisher: Maple Tree
ISBN: 9781895688580
Category : Questions and answers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Why do clocks run clockwise? Why does laughing make you feel good? Why do jumping beans jump? This giant collection of frequently asked questions brims with amazing, fascinating, and informative answers. The layout is easy to navigate: readers find the answer to the perennial "Why do people burp?" under Human Body, or the all-important "Are there really only seven colors in a rainbow?" under Science. Vibrant full-color pages are packed with photographs, diagrams, and illustrations, making this book a fun, educational package and a quality gift. Why do salty foods make you thirsty? How do worms see underground? Are all frogs green? Children have posed all these questions, but the answers fascinate everyone, young and old alike.
Publisher: Maple Tree
ISBN: 9781895688580
Category : Questions and answers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Why do clocks run clockwise? Why does laughing make you feel good? Why do jumping beans jump? This giant collection of frequently asked questions brims with amazing, fascinating, and informative answers. The layout is easy to navigate: readers find the answer to the perennial "Why do people burp?" under Human Body, or the all-important "Are there really only seven colors in a rainbow?" under Science. Vibrant full-color pages are packed with photographs, diagrams, and illustrations, making this book a fun, educational package and a quality gift. Why do salty foods make you thirsty? How do worms see underground? Are all frogs green? Children have posed all these questions, but the answers fascinate everyone, young and old alike.
Since You Asked--
Author: Maurene Goo
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780545448215
Category : High schools
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Fifteen-year-old Holly Kim, the copyeditor for her San Diego high school's newspaper, accidentally submits a piece ripping everyone to shreds and suddenly finds herself the center of unwanted attention--but when the teacher in charge of the paper asks her to write a regular column her troubles really start.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780545448215
Category : High schools
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Fifteen-year-old Holly Kim, the copyeditor for her San Diego high school's newspaper, accidentally submits a piece ripping everyone to shreds and suddenly finds herself the center of unwanted attention--but when the teacher in charge of the paper asks her to write a regular column her troubles really start.
I'm Glad You Asked
Author: Kenneth Boa
Publisher: David C Cook
ISBN: 9781564763877
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
How does one effectively deal with the tough questions which arise when one is asked to defend Christianity? How do we learn to speak the truth effectively? This bestselling book, published in 1982, will not only help believers understand the strength of their position, but will ultimately help those who are searching to discover Christ.
Publisher: David C Cook
ISBN: 9781564763877
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
How does one effectively deal with the tough questions which arise when one is asked to defend Christianity? How do we learn to speak the truth effectively? This bestselling book, published in 1982, will not only help believers understand the strength of their position, but will ultimately help those who are searching to discover Christ.
You Asked for Perfect
Author: Laura Silverman
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1492658286
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 175
Book Description
"Wise‚ romantic‚ and painfully relatable."—Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda From acclaimed author Laura Silverman comes a timely novel about a bisexual teen's struggle when academic success and romantic happiness pull him in opposite directions, perfect for fans of Adam Silvera and Tamara Ireland Stone. Ariel Stone has spent his life cultivating the perfect college résumé: first chair violinist, dedicated volunteer, active synagogue congregant, and expected valedictorian. He barely has time to think about a social life, let alone a relationship...until a failed calculus quiz puts his future on the line, forcing Ariel to enlist his classmate, Amir, as a tutor. As the two spend more time together, Ariel discovers he may not like calculus, but he does like Amir. When he's with Amir, the crushing academic pressure fades away on, and a fuller and brighter world comes into focus. But college deadlines are still looming. And adding a new relationship to his long list of commitments may just push Ariel past his limit. In a time where academic pressure on stressed teens couldn't be higher, You Asked for Perfect is a story full of empathy, honesty and heart for anyone who has ever questioned the price of perfection. The perfect present for readers who want: Books featuring anxiety for teens Queer romance Gay young adult fiction Jewish representation Praise for You Asked for Perfect: An ALA Rainbow List Pick 2019 Books All Georgians Should Read List 2020 Georgia Author of the Year Awards Nominee Chicago Public Library's Best Fiction for Older Readers List "Who can resist a heartfelt romance?"—Booklist "Silverman's novel hit me straight in the heart... It was powerful enough to make me want to be a better—yet still imperfect—person."—Bill Konigsberg, author of The Music of What Happens "A coming-of-age novel that will charm readers with its relatable and diverse characters, quirky storyline, and interweaving of faith, queerness, and the everyday lives of seniors navigating the pressures of college applications, grades, and relationships. Heartwarming and engaging."—Kirkus
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1492658286
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 175
Book Description
"Wise‚ romantic‚ and painfully relatable."—Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda From acclaimed author Laura Silverman comes a timely novel about a bisexual teen's struggle when academic success and romantic happiness pull him in opposite directions, perfect for fans of Adam Silvera and Tamara Ireland Stone. Ariel Stone has spent his life cultivating the perfect college résumé: first chair violinist, dedicated volunteer, active synagogue congregant, and expected valedictorian. He barely has time to think about a social life, let alone a relationship...until a failed calculus quiz puts his future on the line, forcing Ariel to enlist his classmate, Amir, as a tutor. As the two spend more time together, Ariel discovers he may not like calculus, but he does like Amir. When he's with Amir, the crushing academic pressure fades away on, and a fuller and brighter world comes into focus. But college deadlines are still looming. And adding a new relationship to his long list of commitments may just push Ariel past his limit. In a time where academic pressure on stressed teens couldn't be higher, You Asked for Perfect is a story full of empathy, honesty and heart for anyone who has ever questioned the price of perfection. The perfect present for readers who want: Books featuring anxiety for teens Queer romance Gay young adult fiction Jewish representation Praise for You Asked for Perfect: An ALA Rainbow List Pick 2019 Books All Georgians Should Read List 2020 Georgia Author of the Year Awards Nominee Chicago Public Library's Best Fiction for Older Readers List "Who can resist a heartfelt romance?"—Booklist "Silverman's novel hit me straight in the heart... It was powerful enough to make me want to be a better—yet still imperfect—person."—Bill Konigsberg, author of The Music of What Happens "A coming-of-age novel that will charm readers with its relatable and diverse characters, quirky storyline, and interweaving of faith, queerness, and the everyday lives of seniors navigating the pressures of college applications, grades, and relationships. Heartwarming and engaging."—Kirkus
Who Asked You?
Author: Terry McMillan
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0451417038
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 466
Book Description
Trinetta drops off her two young boys with her mother, Betty Jean - and then pulls a disappearing act. BJ is a sassy, pull-no-punches, trademark McMillan matriarch, and she already has her hands full picking up the slack for her other kids, coaching her best friend Tammy through her own tribulations and dealing with two feuding sisters, all while holding down a job as a hotel maid. Who Asked You? raises questions about how we care for one another and how we set limits for those we love when the demands are too great.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0451417038
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 466
Book Description
Trinetta drops off her two young boys with her mother, Betty Jean - and then pulls a disappearing act. BJ is a sassy, pull-no-punches, trademark McMillan matriarch, and she already has her hands full picking up the slack for her other kids, coaching her best friend Tammy through her own tribulations and dealing with two feuding sisters, all while holding down a job as a hotel maid. Who Asked You? raises questions about how we care for one another and how we set limits for those we love when the demands are too great.
(Not That You Asked)
Author: Steve Almond
Publisher: Random House Trade Paperbacks
ISBN: 0812977599
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
In (Not that You Asked), Steve Almond documents a life spent brawling with the idiot kings of modern culture. He squares off against Sean Hannity on national TV, takes on Oprah Winfrey, nearly gets kidnapped by a reality TV crew, and winds up in Boston, where he quickly enrages the entire population of Red Sox Nation. Amid the carnage, he finds time to celebrate his literary hero, the late Kurt Vonnegut. These are essays the Los Angeles Times has called “rich, fearless [and] cutting.” Praise for (Not that You Asked) “Refreshingly irreverent . . . absurdly funny.” –The Boston Globe “[Almond] scores big in every chapter of this must-have collection. Biting humor, honesty, smarts and heart: Vonnegut himself would have been proud.” –Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Taunting, revealing, irreverent, and earnest.” –The New York Times “Steve Almond has created a distinctive voice and literary persona. Pleasure-obsessed, self-deprecating, horny, hilarious and always dedicated to parsing the messy terrain of the human heart.” –Forward.com
Publisher: Random House Trade Paperbacks
ISBN: 0812977599
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
In (Not that You Asked), Steve Almond documents a life spent brawling with the idiot kings of modern culture. He squares off against Sean Hannity on national TV, takes on Oprah Winfrey, nearly gets kidnapped by a reality TV crew, and winds up in Boston, where he quickly enrages the entire population of Red Sox Nation. Amid the carnage, he finds time to celebrate his literary hero, the late Kurt Vonnegut. These are essays the Los Angeles Times has called “rich, fearless [and] cutting.” Praise for (Not that You Asked) “Refreshingly irreverent . . . absurdly funny.” –The Boston Globe “[Almond] scores big in every chapter of this must-have collection. Biting humor, honesty, smarts and heart: Vonnegut himself would have been proud.” –Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Taunting, revealing, irreverent, and earnest.” –The New York Times “Steve Almond has created a distinctive voice and literary persona. Pleasure-obsessed, self-deprecating, horny, hilarious and always dedicated to parsing the messy terrain of the human heart.” –Forward.com
Doesn't Hurt to Ask
Author: Trey Gowdy
Publisher: Forum Books
ISBN: 0593138910
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Former congressman and prosecutor Trey Gowdy teaches you how to effectively communicate and persuade on the issues that matter most to you, drawing on his experience in the courtroom and the halls of Congress. “A must-read for people who want to learn how best to succeed.”—Dana Perino, Fox News host and bestselling author of Everything Will Be Okay You do not need to be in a courtroom to advocate for others. You do not need to be in Congress to champion a cause. From the boardroom to the kitchen table, opportunities to make your case abound, and Doesn’t Hurt to Ask shows you how to seize them. By blending gripping case studies from nearly two decades in a courtroom and four terms in national politics with personal stories and practical advice, Trey Gowdy walks you through the tools and the mindset needed to effectively communicate your message. Along the way, Gowdy reflects on the moments in his life when he learned the most about how to argue and convince. He recounts his missteps during his first murder trial, the conversation that changed his view on criminal justice reform, and what he learned while questioning James Comey and Secretary Hillary Clinton. Sharing the techniques he perfected advocating in law and politics, Gowdy helps you identify your objective, understand your personal jury, and engage in the art of questioning so you can be heard, be understood, and, ultimately, move others. Whether it’s getting a boss to take a chance on your idea, convincing someone to support your cause, or urging a child to invest more effort in an important task, movement requires persuasion. Doesn’t Hurt to Ask shows you how to persuade, no matter the jury and no matter the cause.
Publisher: Forum Books
ISBN: 0593138910
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Former congressman and prosecutor Trey Gowdy teaches you how to effectively communicate and persuade on the issues that matter most to you, drawing on his experience in the courtroom and the halls of Congress. “A must-read for people who want to learn how best to succeed.”—Dana Perino, Fox News host and bestselling author of Everything Will Be Okay You do not need to be in a courtroom to advocate for others. You do not need to be in Congress to champion a cause. From the boardroom to the kitchen table, opportunities to make your case abound, and Doesn’t Hurt to Ask shows you how to seize them. By blending gripping case studies from nearly two decades in a courtroom and four terms in national politics with personal stories and practical advice, Trey Gowdy walks you through the tools and the mindset needed to effectively communicate your message. Along the way, Gowdy reflects on the moments in his life when he learned the most about how to argue and convince. He recounts his missteps during his first murder trial, the conversation that changed his view on criminal justice reform, and what he learned while questioning James Comey and Secretary Hillary Clinton. Sharing the techniques he perfected advocating in law and politics, Gowdy helps you identify your objective, understand your personal jury, and engage in the art of questioning so you can be heard, be understood, and, ultimately, move others. Whether it’s getting a boss to take a chance on your idea, convincing someone to support your cause, or urging a child to invest more effort in an important task, movement requires persuasion. Doesn’t Hurt to Ask shows you how to persuade, no matter the jury and no matter the cause.
Since You Asked
Author: Pamela Wallin
Publisher: Random House Canada
ISBN: 9780679309468
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
In this fascinating and frank memoir, prominent Canadian media personality, Pamela Wallin, tells her story - from her birth in Wadena, Saskatchewan, to her role as host and producer of her #1 rated television show. Intelligent, thought-provoking and down-to-earth, Since You Asked is her answer to the many questions she's fielded about her life and an examination of her own influences and aspirations. It is a story that inspires and clearly illustrates Pamela Wallin's uncanny ability to uncover the truth.
Publisher: Random House Canada
ISBN: 9780679309468
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
In this fascinating and frank memoir, prominent Canadian media personality, Pamela Wallin, tells her story - from her birth in Wadena, Saskatchewan, to her role as host and producer of her #1 rated television show. Intelligent, thought-provoking and down-to-earth, Since You Asked is her answer to the many questions she's fielded about her life and an examination of her own influences and aspirations. It is a story that inspires and clearly illustrates Pamela Wallin's uncanny ability to uncover the truth.
Not That You Asked...
Author: Andy Rooney
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 0307822214
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 363
Book Description
Andy Rooney's syndicated newspaper columns and cantankerous "60 Minutes" essays have made him one of the best known curmudgeons in America. Rooney writes about almost everything, boasting in the introduction to Not That You Asked . . . : "There's something in this book that will irritate almost everyone." Andy Rooney once again proves why he is one of America’s favorite curmudgeons. Writing at the top of his form, Rooney covers a plethora of subjects, from getting rid of leftovers to the worst job in the world, from travel tips for the travel industry to the best hotel room he ever had. Andy Rooney has an opinion on everything, and in his inimitably irreverent and crotchety style he voices here those things we’ve always wanted to say but never thought we could get away with. You’ll find yourself smiling and frowning and involuntarily bobbing your head in agreement. Praise for Not That You Asked . . . “As television watchers know, Andrew A. Rooney is a very funny fellow. He can be even funnier in print, as Not That You Asked . . . amply demonstrates.”—The Associated Press “The greatest thing about Andy is that he makes everyone uncomfortable—especially me.”—Don Hewitt, Executive Producer, 60 Minutes “The best of Rooney’s collections of columns so far . . . irreverent and warmhearted, thoughtful and provocative.”—The Orlando Sentinel
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 0307822214
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 363
Book Description
Andy Rooney's syndicated newspaper columns and cantankerous "60 Minutes" essays have made him one of the best known curmudgeons in America. Rooney writes about almost everything, boasting in the introduction to Not That You Asked . . . : "There's something in this book that will irritate almost everyone." Andy Rooney once again proves why he is one of America’s favorite curmudgeons. Writing at the top of his form, Rooney covers a plethora of subjects, from getting rid of leftovers to the worst job in the world, from travel tips for the travel industry to the best hotel room he ever had. Andy Rooney has an opinion on everything, and in his inimitably irreverent and crotchety style he voices here those things we’ve always wanted to say but never thought we could get away with. You’ll find yourself smiling and frowning and involuntarily bobbing your head in agreement. Praise for Not That You Asked . . . “As television watchers know, Andrew A. Rooney is a very funny fellow. He can be even funnier in print, as Not That You Asked . . . amply demonstrates.”—The Associated Press “The greatest thing about Andy is that he makes everyone uncomfortable—especially me.”—Don Hewitt, Executive Producer, 60 Minutes “The best of Rooney’s collections of columns so far . . . irreverent and warmhearted, thoughtful and provocative.”—The Orlando Sentinel
Because You Asked
Author: Katrina Roberts
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780990819356
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
There's Nick Flynn on the "purpose of storytelling"; Tess Gallagher on "finding by losing"; Lydia Davis on "Endings and Order; or Order and Endings"; Bonnie Rough on raising daughters,
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780990819356
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
There's Nick Flynn on the "purpose of storytelling"; Tess Gallagher on "finding by losing"; Lydia Davis on "Endings and Order; or Order and Endings"; Bonnie Rough on raising daughters,