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Getting your book published for dummies
Par Sarah Parsons Zackheim, Adrian Zackheim. 2000
Describes the publishing industry and emphasizes what budding authors need to know in order to have a book produced. Includes…
advice on dealing with negotiations, proposals, advances, options, rights, marketing, agents, and self-publishing on the Web. Foreword by Nelson DeMille. 2000What not to wear
Par Trinny Woodall. 2003
Stars of the British television show What Not to Wear offer advice on how to dress appropriately for your body…
shape and personality. They discuss problems such as large or small chests, big arms, short legs, flabby tummies, and short necks. Bestseller. 2002Comptes et légendes: la dette et la face cachée de la richesse (CBC Massey lectures)
Par Margaret Atwood. 2009
"Avec un sens de l'à-propos qui n'appartient qu'à elle, avec intelligence, acuité et intuition, Margaret Atwood jette un regard étonnant…
sur le sujet de la dette. Le crédit, nous dit Atwood, est comme l'air que nous tenons pour acquis jusqu'à ce qu'il vienne à manquer. Et alors, tandis que nous essayons d'échapper à l'asphyxie, nous nous découvrons un grand intérêt pour lui. Ce livre est une vaste enquête sur la notion de dette et sur la place centrale qu'elle occupe depuis toujours dans la religion, la littérature et le fonctionnement des sociétés humaines. [...]". -- 4e de couvNew fix-it-yourself manual
Par Reader's Digest Association. 1996
A Reader's Digest guide for repairing items around the house and in the yard. Discusses inside and outside tools for…
troubleshooting problems with furniture, plumbing, large and small appliances, home electronics, and sports and recreation equipment. 1996Young person's occupational outlook handbook: Descriptions For America's Top 250 Jobs
Par United States. 2003
Describes over 260 careers based on the U.S. Department of Labor's research. Explains the education needed, the duties and skills…
of the employee, subjects to study, earning potential, and future outlook for each given profession. For junior and senior high readers. 2003Health insurance resources manual: a guide for people with chronic disease and disability
Par Dorothy E Northrop. 2003
Making self-employment work for people with disabilities
Par Cary Griffin, David Hammis. 2003
Experienced vocational counselors offer a practical handbook that provides individuals with disabilities information on how to start and maintain a…
small business. Includes suggestions on preparing a business plan and market strategies, understanding and using government programs, and finding mentors and useful web sites. 2003The big fix: how the pharmaceutical industry rips off American consumers
Par Katharine Greider. 2003
Reporter analyzes the aggressive marketing and pricing practices of pharmaceutical companies while also recognizing the enormous benefits of their products…
in reducing pain and controlling illness. Discusses secret drug price policies, efforts to extend patent protection for high-priced blockbusters, research schemes, and advertising gimmicks that promote prescription drugs and increase health care costs. 2003Je t'aime, un peu, beaucoup, passionnément: petite conférence sur l'amour (Les petites conférences)
Par Jean-Luc Nancy. 2008
"Je t'aime, nous nous aimons, je ne t'aime plus, aimons-nous les uns les autres... La conjugaison infinie du verbe aimer,…
ce sont toutes les histoires des hommes, mais qu'est-ce que ça veut vraiment dire, aimer ? Et qu'est-ce que la philosophie, elle-même "amour de la sagesse", peut nous en dire ?" -- 4e de couvRobert's rules of order: newly revised
Par Henry M Robert. 2000
First published in 1876, this tenth edition of the manual of parliamentary procedure still serves as the recognized guide to…
running and participating effectively in meetings. Includes information on using technology for such electronic meetings as teleconferences, videoconferences, and e-mail. 2000Patients' rights in the age of managed health care
Par Lisa Yount. 2001
This overview, reference book, and research guide discusses two main effects of managed health care on individuals: rising costs and…
the corollary fear that reducing costs will foreclose necessary care. Examines the history of federal laws applicable to health care and patients' rights, and includes an annotated list of organizations. 2001The Complete and easy guide to Social Security, healthcare rights, and government benefits
Par Faustin F Jehle. 2000
Guide to monetary and health-care benefits under social security, medicare and medicaid, HMOs, and other governmental programs. Includes information on…
disability, veterans, living wills, supplemental security income, and patients' rights (including that of appeal). 2000Get a life: you don't need a million to retire well
Par Ralph Warner. 1996
Advises the reader not to focus exclusively on finances when preparing for retirement, but also to consider such equally important…
factors as health, spiritual life, interpersonal relationships, and interests outside of work. Interviews with retirees illustrate the importance of this approachLife skills 101: a practical guide to leaving home and living on your own
Par Tina Pestalozzi. 2001
Advice for the transition to living single. Covers entering the work world, handling business and financial matters, setting up living…
space, organizing the basics, choosing between eating at home or dining out, being a "savvy consumer," and staying connected to people and the community. For senior high and older readers. 2001Control your money (A quick and easy guide)
Par Inc Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Central New York. 1997
Includes instructions for balancing spending with what is needed for early retirement, structuring an income stream, choosing and setting up…
a prosperity plan, creating a private utopia, fully funding investment vehicles, retiring early even with kids at home, and making money last as long as you do. 1999Smart questions to ask your financial advisers (Bloomberg personal bookshelf)
Par Lynn Brenner. 1997
Personal-finance columnist provides eighty questions to ask a professional money manager and background information on key topics of discussion. Covers…
eight major areas: investing, prenuptial and divorce agreements, buying and selling a house, insurance, job loss, estate planning, taxes, and retirement. Contains tips on selecting financial and legal advisersGreat careers for people interested in math & computers
Par Peter Richardson. 1993
Career advice for students with talent in mathematics and computers. Highlights job options such as an audio engineer, a research…
analyst, and a computer programmer. For senior high and older readersConsumer rites: the buying & selling of American holidays
Par Leigh Schmidt. 1995
A social study of the origin and evolution of U.S. holidays into highly commercialized events that clash with religious practices…
and the original intent. Includes chapters on Christmas and Easter, and covers Mother's, Father's, and St. Valentine's Days, as well as Halloween. Provides brief information on recent innovations such as Kwanzaa and Earth DayCover letters that knock 'em dead
Par Martin Yate. 1992
Explains how to promote yourself on paper in order to obtain job interviews by depicting a strong and positive image.…
The author gathered the most successful letters to illustrate what makes a great opening missive. Also includes sample rejection, acceptance, resignation, and thank you letters. Additional resources for job information included