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Leary's Global Wineology: A Guide to Wine Education, Mentorships, and Scholarships

by Charlie Leary

This is the only guide to wine education programs, classes, and scholarships. Those desiring to increase their understanding and appreciation of wine for personal enjoyment or social know-how, and those who are want to pursue a professional career in the wine industry now confront a plethora of wine education options with a confusing array of titles, degrees, certificates, and specializations. Some wine education is free and short, while other programs can cost dearly in time and money. Some cou... more

The Other Side of Nam

by William Travis

Many stories have been written about the Vietnam War. This story is not meant to point fingers or judge; it is a story of events that happened to me, starting in 1968. War is hell is an understatement! Kenny knew something was wrong as his best friend tripped a wire. For a couple of seconds, they just stared at each other. It was as if his friend were saying goodbye. Even though it was only seconds, it lasted so long! Then came the explosion! His friend put his back against the mortar on the ... more

Self Care for Educators: Soul-Nourishing Practices to Promote Wellbeing

by Paul Shotsberger

Having come through a once-in-a-century season of prolonged crisis, teachers and educational leaders from all sectors and career stages are in desperate need of meaningful, proactive self and soul care. As educators, we have willingly chosen to step into a helping profession where–even in the best of times–the emotional toll of giving of ourselves for students, colleagues, and communities can be exacting. For these reasons, cultivating time and space for intentional, purposeful soul-renewing sel... more

Stopping the Rise of Sea Level

by wasfi youssef

This is the first book that presents a feasible solution that stops, or even everses, the rise of sea level. Before tat, the world assumes that the rise of sea level is unstoppable. The proposed solution is to use a portion of the water the rivers of the world discharge into the open seas (oceans, seas, and gulfs) to plant 100 billion shade and fruit trees, irrigate 240 million acres of agricultural crops, and produce 10 billion cubic meters of potable water each year.

The Eventual Vegan

by Alexander

A short account of why I stopped eating animal flesh. Written from a self-evaluation perspective with a few pop culture references. www.theventualvegan.com

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by Dominique Mellow

"Words" is a piece that challenges the meaning of existence and cries out for reason, without which it would be nearly impossible to control our passions, which often demand action but not necessarily in the appropriate way. The author makes a direct appeal to the reader's interest in the need to internalize the concepts that need to guide humanity toward a more dignified port. The author attempts to balance the forces of existence and clear up the misunderstanding that has been ingrained ... more

Weird Foods of Portugal: Adventures of an Expat

by Wendy Lee Hermance

"Portugal: The New California" has been in international headlines. If you are now, or consider becoming an expat in Portugal, you MUST read this book! Hermance's “Weird Foods of Portugal: Adventures of an Expat” educates and entertains. As we follow her around this beautiful country we effortlessly acquire a trove of knowledge about Portuguese culture. Plus, the author gets herself into plenty of expat pitfalls so you won't have too. BUT take notice, the real value of this book is in the ... more

In The Balance: A 15,000 km Voyage of the Seas of Europe

by Jono Dunnett

Expedition windsurfer and finalist of the Amazon Storyteller award Jono Dunnett sails from the Arctic Ocean to the Black Sea. Europe's Seas are the stage and context for this extraordinary voyage. Two years later he breaks the Guinness World Record for Longest Windsurfing Journey. At sea, he could not be more alone. On land, he finds the best of humanity. In this account are the stories that unfold. Told with honesty, touching on issues ranging from climate concern to social anxiety, this ... more

Notes and Comments on Robert's Rules, Fifth Edition

by Jim Slaughter

For organizations that follow Robert’s Rule of Order—including nonprofit associations, unions, HOA and condo associations, houses of worship, and governmental bodies—the new Twelfth Edition, published is 2020, is your manual. However, at 714 pages, Robert’s can be intimating and confusing. Notes and Comments on Robert’s Rules, Fifth Edition, makes Robert’s Rules of Order accessible and an easy-to-use tool.

In this authoritative guide, you’ll fin... more

Rebuilt Recovery Complete Series Books 1-4

by Heather L Phipps

Rebuilt Recovery is a tool to guide you along a journey with God to healing from addiction, depression, anxiety, abuse, loss, trauma, and any life issues. It is not a 12-step program, rather Christian discipleship disguised as recovery. Rebuilt helps change your thinking to line up with the "mind of Christ." using the put off's and put on's in scripture. You must first tear down the walls, lies, and sin, and then surrender it all to God so He can rebuild you into a new and healed creation in Him... more

Seven Letters To Heaven - A True Story of Faith and Answered Prayers

by Felicita "Terry" Robinson

The story unfolds during the author's last 4 months in Jamaica, prior to migrating to the US with her family--a time that was filled with a lot of problems. The events focuses on her extraordinary journey of strengthened faith and answered prayers through her letters of prayer which she wrote to the Lord. The book shares 7 of 21 letters of prayers written over the period; why each letter was written; and the outcome. Sprinkled throughout the book are Bible verses relating to prayers as we... more

Evolution Ended

by J. J. Jerome

Something’s wrong with our society. Evolution was the driving force behind the human race until the 1960s when science began to derail the process. After all, survival of the fittest doesn’t apply when technology allows everyone to survive and reproduce. The end of evolution helps explains everything from the decline of the nuclear family to gender neutrality, mass shootings, the anti-vax movement, and our growing political division. This eye-opening book examines the biological, social, politi... more

Ghosts of Athens and Beyond

by Tracy L. Adkins

'Ghosts of Athens and Beyond: History and Haunting of North Georgia' is the follow up to 'Ghosts of Athens: History and Haunting of Athens, Georgia,' published in 2016. 'Beyond' follows the same format: each chapter covers one location, first detailing the history then revealing the spooky events experienced there as told to the author by the people who experienced them.

Pivot Points

by Doug Colvard

Do you ever seek to understand why you do the things you do? Are you looking to inject purpose into your life? In Pivot Points: Living a Purpose Oriented Life, Doug Colvard provides you with a unique ability to peer inside the life of a normal person who deals with everyday issues—loss, love, betrayal, mentorship, and struggle to name a few. Doug shares stories from his life to empower you to think more critically about your own life and show you a way to find yourself in the process. With... more

Conversations Across America

by Kari Loya

Conversations Across America is about a father-son journey of a lifetime: a 73-day, 4,600-mile cross-country bike trip Kari took in 2015 with his 75-year-old dad, Merv, who had early-stage Alzheimer’s. Their adventure reminds us of the power of perseverance and adaptability in the face of uncertainty. It’s also a heartwarming example of listening and discovery, including 300 short conversations with people who approached them along the way, providing a rich snapshot of America, especially rural ... more

Nordic Lifestyle

by Susanna Heiskanen

Ever wondered why people in the Nordic countries are said to be the happiest in the world? Nordic Lifestyle has been praised as the antidote to modern day busy-ness. Understand how the Nordics have managed to keep it all together even through hardship and freezing temperatures. Inside Nordic Lifestyle, you will learn: •\tWhat makes the Nordics Nordic •\tWho are the Nordic people and what makes them special •\tWhat the Nordics have given the world •\tHow you too can live like the Nordics ... more

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