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  Nigeria in Pictures (Visual Geography Series) READ MORE Nigeria in Pictures (Visual Geography Series) Introduces the land, history, government, culture, people, and economy of Nigeria. CLICK HERE ANOTHER BOOKS                                     CLICK HERE READ OR DOWNLOAD Nigeria in Pictures (Visual Geography Series) Introduces the land, history, government, culture, people, and economy of Nigeria.

  The Harper Effect READ MORE The Harper Effect Sixteen-year-old Harper was once a rising star on the tennis court--until her coach dropped her for being mentally weak. Without tennis, who is she? Her confidence at an all-time low, she secretly turns to her childhood friend, next-door neighbor Jacob--who also happens to be her sister's very recent ex-boyfriend. If her sister finds out, it will mean a family war.But when Harper is taken on by a new coach who wants her to train with Colt, a cold, defensive, brooding young tennis phenom, she hits the court all the harder, if only to prove Colt wrong. But as the two learn to become a team, Harper gets glimpses of the vulnerable boy beneath the surface, the boy who was deeply scarred by his family's dark and scandalous past. The boy she could easily find herself falling for.As she walks a fine line between Colt's secrets, her forbidden love, and a game that demands nothing but the best, Harper must decide between her past and he...

  The Life and Times of Giuseppe Verdi (Masters of Music: The World's Greatest Composers) READ MORE The Life and Times of Giuseppe Verdi (Masters of Music: The World's Greatest Composers) Giuseppe Verdi was born in obscurity in a tiny Italian village in 1813. When he died in 1901, hundreds of thousands of people turned out to pay their respects to the man whom many people consider as the best opera composer of all time. His career spanned more than half a century and included such successes as Rigoletto, La Traviata, Il Trovatore, Otello, Falstaff, and Aida: the most often-performed work at New York's Metropolitan Opera. Yet when he applied at a famous music school in Milan, he was turned down because he was lacking in musical talent. He not only proved the school wrong but became an important figure in Italian politics during the turbulent era when the scattered provinces came together to form a nation. Along the way, he overcame obstacles such as the death of his first wi...

  Kevin Hart (The Giants of Comedy) READ MORE Kevin Hart (The Giants of Comedy) Kevin Hart's rise into comedy's upper echelon has been nothing short of meteoric. Following in the footsteps of other African American comic giants, such as Eddie Murphy and Dave Chappelle, Hart brings an over-the-top energy and undeniable sense of comedic timing to his record-breaking stand-up performances. In this entertaining biography, readers will learn more about how he has also broken into the big screen, taking on roles with big-name movie stars to resounding success. CLICK HERE ANOTHER BOOKS                                     CLICK HERE READ OR DOWNLOAD Kevin Hart (The Giants of Comedy) Kevin Hart's rise into comedy's upper echelon has been nothing short of meteoric. Following in the footsteps of other African American comic giants, such as Eddie Murphy and Dave Chappelle, Hart brings an over-the-top ener...

  I Can Draw Pictures by Myself Activity Book READ MORE I Can Draw Pictures by Myself Activity Book Can I draw pictures? Of course, I can! This drawing book can act as the witness to my improving drawing skills. I can copy the images in each page, and when I'm done I can color them, too! Mommy and daddy will be so proud to see what I can do! CLICK HERE ANOTHER BOOKS                                     CLICK HERE READ OR DOWNLOAD I Can Draw Pictures by Myself Activity Book Can I draw pictures? Of course, I can! This drawing book can act as the witness to my improving drawing skills. I can copy the images in each page, and when I'm done I can color them, too! Mommy and daddy will be so proud to see what I can do!

  Hungry Hearted Kids (Morgan James Kids) READ MORE Hungry Hearted Kids (Morgan James Kids) Do you feel an internal yearning for something new and better in your life? Does your heart long for self-expression? You are not alone with those feelings, and children can capture emotions with one look in their eyes. You are invited to explore the pages of this book, to not only connect with children around the world but also your own self-awareness.  The majority of photos and content of this book were done by Raelynn Willis while doing volunteer work abroad. Proceeds from the sale of this book will directly benefit Naturopaths International, Dr. Gowey’s 501c3 humanitarian organization (www.naturopathsinternational.org). CLICK HERE ANOTHER BOOKS                                     CLICK HERE READ OR DOWNLOAD Hungry Hearted Kids (Morgan James Kids) Do you feel an internal yearning for something new a...

  Trickery: Curse of the Gods, Book 1 READ MORE Trickery: Curse of the Gods, Book 1 Willa Knight: Dweller. Slave. Non-magical being. In Minatsol, being a dweller means that you are literally no better than dirt. In fact, dirt might actually be more useful than Willa. Her life will be one of servitude to the sols, the magic-blessed beings who could one day be chosen to become gods. At least her outer village is far removed from the cities of the sols, and she won’t ever be forced to present herself to them... Until one small mistake changes everything, and Willa is awarded a position to serve at Blesswood, the top sol academy in the world—a position that she definitely did not earn. Under the sudden, watchful eye of the gods, she will be tasked to serve the Abcurse brothers, five sols built of arrogance, perfection and power. They are almost gods themselves, and under their service she is either going to end up sentenced to death, or else they are going to ruin her so badly that ...

  Dare to Disappoint: Growing Up in Turkey READ MORE Dare to Disappoint: Growing Up in Turkey Growing up on the Aegean Coast, Ozge loved the sea and imagined a life of adventure while her parents and society demanded predictability. Her dad expected Ozge, like her sister, to become an engineer. She tried to hear her own voice over his and the religious and militaristic tensions of Turkey and the conflicts between secularism and fundamentalism. Could she be a scuba diver like Jacques Cousteau? A stage actress? Would it be possible to please everyone including herself?In her unpredictable and funny graphic memoir, Ozge recounts her story using inventive collages, weaving together images of the sea, politics, science, and friendship. CLICK HERE ANOTHER BOOKS                                     CLICK HERE READ OR DOWNLOAD Dare to Disappoint: Growing Up in Turkey Growing up on the Aegean Coast, Ozg...

  Florida Georgia Line Mad Libs READ MORE Florida Georgia Line Mad Libs A series of music Mad Libs from Live Nation!Get to know country sensation Florida Georgia Line in a whole new way by filling out the blanks of the 21 original stories inside this book. It's the perfect gift for fans, and a whole lot cheaper than the cost of an album or concert ticket! CLICK HERE ANOTHER BOOKS                                     CLICK HERE READ OR DOWNLOAD Florida Georgia Line Mad Libs A series of music Mad Libs from Live Nation!Get to know country sensation Florida Georgia Line in a whole new way by filling out the blanks of the 21 original stories inside this book. It's the perfect gift for fans, and a whole lot cheaper than the cost of an album or concert ticket!

  Giants of American Industry - John Paul Getty READ MORE Giants of American Industry - John Paul Getty Fulfills the standards: Culture, Time, Continuity, and Change, Individuals, Groups, and Institutions, Power, Authority, and Governance, Production, Distribution, and Consumption, Science, Technology, and Society, and Civic Ideals and Practices from the National Council for the Social Studies Curriculum Standards for Middle School and High School. CLICK HERE ANOTHER BOOKS                                     CLICK HERE READ OR DOWNLOAD Giants of American Industry - John Paul Getty Fulfills the standards: Culture, Time, Continuity, and Change, Individuals, Groups, and Institutions, Power, Authority, and Governance, Production, Distribution, and Consumption, Science, Technology, and Society, and Civic Ideals and Practices from the National Council for the Social Studies Curriculum Standards for ...

  The Fashion Book READ MORE The Fashion Book From corsets and camis to tailoring and textiles, The Fashion Book is a sassy style guide for teenage girls who want to discover the stories behind their favorite looks, find their own style, and learn what makes the fashion world tick.Packed with gorgeous images, this illustrated book for young adults takes a unique look at fashion. It reveals how modern-day looks, from catwalk to high-street fashions, draw on the styles of the past from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance and from the rebel attire of the 50's to the sport-inspired looks of the 80's.Through witty graphics and bright lively text, teens can go behind the scenes of the exclusive fashion world. Style icons, designers, and top models all give practical tips to create stunning outfits, explain key fashion terms, discuss careers in fashion, and reveal secrets of the industry. Trivia, a glossary, inspirational quotes, and more make The Fashion Book a must-have accessory for...

  George Eastman: Bringing Photography to the People (A Spotlight Biography) READ MORE George Eastman: Bringing Photography to the People (A Spotlight Biography) While history books consider George Eastman to be the father of photography, most people are unaware that his contributions to the world extended far beyond his multimillion-dollar company, Eastman Kodak. A banker by trade, his determination to improve and simplify his weekend hobby led to discovering cutting-edge photographic technology and the birth of his own business. A shrewd and principled businessman, he was a pioneer in customer service, employee relations, and worldwide product distribution. A generous philanthropist, his donations helped build universities, improve healthcare, and advance scientific research. His fascinating journey is deftly chronicled in George Eastman: Bringing Photography to the People, where readers will be inspired by a man whose invention and passion improved the lives of millions of peopl...

  So You Want to Be a Fashion Designer Here's the Info You Need: Here's the Info You Need READ MORE So You Want to Be a Fashion Designer Here's the Info You Need: Here's the Info You Need Becoming a fashion designer is the dream of many young people. As of 2014, there is even an award for this young talent called the LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers. If you aren t living in the heart of New York City or Tokyo, how do you go about beginning your dream of starting a fashion design career? This book is the definitive source for the young adult audience. Teeming with interviews from successful designers as well as captivating images of example designs, this book has everything the young audience needs. You will learn how to pursue education, how to determine your specialty, patternmaking, bookkeeping, and everything in-between all explained simply. The young adult audience will come away from this book with not only all the up-to-date information on fashion design, bu...