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Whether it's winning $50 on a bar bet, scoring seats closer to the fifty-yard line, or finagling a free meal, The Modern Con Man ensures that aspiring low-risk grifters will always come out on top. Filled with humorous facts and tables, a glossary of con terms, illustrations, the history of the con,...

Are you young, eager, smart, and heading off to LA to make it big in the entertainment business? Time for a reality check: Leave your diploma at home, put your grandiose dreams on hold (where hopefully they'll get tired and hang up), and start by repeating the first rule of the industry: Who you work...

With African Americans writing and buying books in record numbers, the time is ripe for a comprehensive publishing guide tailored expressly to the needs of this vibrant, creative community. The African American Writers Handbook meets this challenge perfectly. Written by veteran journalist and published...

It is a brief summary and guidance that explains everything you need to do to anyone who wants to successfully start writing ebooks. He makes a comparison between the traditional book and the digital book highlighting the advantages and disadvantages. It explains steps that must be taken in order...

When we published Change 1 to the 2008 edition of (Field Manual) FM 3-0, we captured the most critical lessons of almost ten years of sustained land combat. In this edition, we not only reflect on the past but also look to an uncertain future.  Army Doctrine Publication (ADP) 3-0, Unified Land...

ABOUT THE BOOK It is amazing how many types of wine there are in the world. There are thousands of varieties produced at innumerable locations around the globe. Add that to the fact each can be blended to form something all together different. It becomes difficult to choose the right wine...

What sells? Help with pricing. Advertising. Dealing with customers. Displaying your wares. Helpful links and checklist. Working with neighbors, and so much more. Don't plan or hold a yard sale, garage sale, or moving sale till you have read this guide. Everything you need to run a successful and profitable yard sale.

Moving can be overwhelming, but with patience, organization and a good sense of humor, it can be accomplished without the loss of hair or sanity (assuming you had those things to start with). This guide will help you with issues such as determining which items you will be taking, how to pack or if a professional mover is needed. It's your best investment for saving time and money.

The book emerged out of the experience of a veteran police officer, turned security manager. It is a simple, easy-to-read security guide for families that is not aimed at selling expensive security systems. It covers everyday topics that will help families be safer in their neighborhoods and the book...

Multihull pioneer Jim Brown makes the case for cruising trimarans -- as opposed to catamarans -- in this classic book. Jim fills each page with personal stories, compelling facts, and wide-ranging insight.Well-known trimaran designer Jim Brown offers his unique experiences and insight into...

Writing a resume? Need to know if you should have one page or two? Have you thought of using bullet points? Are you using the right Font? This short, concise e-book, provides you with tips and guidelines you need to get an interview. Most books will provide a wealth of information that isn't needed. Short and to the point, it provides the info you need, and leaves out the info you don't.

A New York Times and Washington Post Bestseller In this timely and important collection of personal essays, black men from all walks of life share their inspiring stories and ultimately how each, in his own way, became a source of hope for his community and country. Reach includes forty...

An Invitation to speak in front of an audience need not produce terror in you. You can learn to do this very simply. Just knowing a few basic steps will improve your output and give you the confidence to present yourself. For those already accomplished at public speaking, these Top Tips...

This book is the definitive guide to winning competitions and contests. With tips ranging from devising a winning strategy to writing spiffy slogans, it offers practical advice on how to win those free holidays, air tickets, hampers, cash and other goodies promised to contest winners. The author's...