Live Oak imprint: 66 books

The Lump recounts my choice to become a doctor, the experiences that molded my surgical career and the startling discovery in 1998 that led to my own mastectomy, chemotherapy, mammograms, and hot flashes. Not unusual for a woman, but very much so for a gynecologist.My story is told with humor and honesty...

Take one step further into Brand Like a Rock Stars marketing wisdom with this soundtrack to your brands success If youve had a chance to read Steve Joness Brand Like a Rock Star, youve seen the striking link between some of the greatest bands in history and creating an unforgettable brand for...

Crisply communicating a new idea or innovation in a well-articulated product or positioning concept is one of the most difficult challenges many marketers face. The inability to be objective and single-minded in ones concept writing efforts can make the difference between executing a marketplace win...

"Gail Gibbons's detailed introduction to horses is packed with historical facts, breed information, care and grooming tips.... Pierno's well-paced and deliberately pronounced reading is supplemented with sound effects of neighing, whinnying, and galloping horses as well as brief snippets of background...

"Gail Gibbons is known for her ability to bring the nonfiction world into focus for young students. Through pictures, captions, and text, this book provides a window into the world of growing things...Erin Mallon complements Gibbons’s text with a clear, clipped, and purposeful narration." -AudioFile Magazine

With the rhythm of the familiar poem "Over in the Meadow", this vibrant book introduces animals native to the Okefenokee Swamp, and highlights much of the flora and fauna that is recognizable in swamps and bayous elsewhere. Colorful, detailed illustrations and additional facts round out this appealing, rhyming exploration of a fascinating eco-system.

All aboard for a fun and fascinating exploration of the many kinds of trains and what they do. There are also clear definitions and "cool things about trains" that new readers will enjoy discovering.

This title is replete with brilliant photographs and exclusive in-depth coverage including Bob Ballard's 1985 discovery.

Are news and programming values and strategies changing? You bet they are! In The New Broadcasting Realities, Ken Lindner offers solutions to the complex issues and problems broadcasters face in todays media landscape. Whether youre a media professional or an aspiring broadcast journalist, Lindner,...

Jack McCarthy has enjoyed success in life beyond any reasonable expectation. A former college football star who started his career in advertising because he got an offer, is now one of the most successful professionals in his industry. But the lure of being a strategist for William S. Hawkins, the front-running...

Negative network effects will transform the economics and operations of our infrastructure within 1,000 days. Are you prepared to benefit from the massive value creation that will come with game-changing shifts in energy and other industries? In this comprehensively researched economic analysis, noted...

Tools of the trade: twenty-six tools for effective leadership Rapidly changing demographics in the construction industry and an unpredictable economy are just two challenges that require you to lead at a higher level than ever before. This book will prepare you to meet these challenges head-on....

Discover the coolest robots of today and tomorrow in this colorful, photo-packed book. In this inviting and entertaining format, kids will learn about the science behind these amazing machines. Written in an easy-to-grasp style to encourage the scientists of tomorrow!

A strategic guide to understanding, enabling, and implementing IT accessibility across organizations of any size, type, or geographic location. IT accessibility, or lack thereof, can have a profoundly positive or negative effect on an organization in the private or public sector. Only when IT accessibility...