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An insider’s account of the videogame industry telling how gaming can become a force for good

These days, it's harder than ever to know how to act like a real man. We're not talking about the touchy-feely, ultra-sensitive, emotion-sharing, not-afraid-to-cry version of manhood that Oprah and Dr. Phil have been spouting for years. We're talking about the though, smart, confident, charming, classy, all-around good fella that upholds the true ideal of what is known as "a man's man." Now, renowned actor and true-life man's man Frank Vincent, famed for his unforgettable tough-guy roles in such classic films as Raging Bull, Goodfellas and HBO's The Sopranos, is going to show how any man can be all that he can be in love, work, play, and life. Everything you need to know is covered here, including, getting the best women by being the best man, dressing like a champ and taking on the world, winning big money and big respect in Las Vegas, selecting, smoking, and savoring a great cigar, and much more. If you want to learn how to be a man's man, you gotta learn from a man's man. And with the great Frank Vincent vouching for you, you'll be on your way to getting everything you ever wanted outta life.

Some things burn hot on and off the track... Formula 1 World Champion Blake Hollis in desperate need of an image overhaul. To redeem his tarnished reputation, his team decides it¿s time for drastic measures. Their solution: a tell-all book that showcases his illustrious career and presents a more respectable public persona.Enter Ella Gold, a once-renowned sportswriter and podcast host desperate for a fresh start. She accepts the challenge of writing Blake¿s biography knowing that getting close to the brooding Brit will be challenging.As they spend the season together, sparks fly, barriers break, and their dynamic shifts from antagonistic to something entirely unexpected.Throughout twenty-one races around the world, they¿ll face the ultimate interview question: can they write their own happy ending, or is their love destined to crash and burn? Drive Me Crazy is a spicy Formula 1 romantic comedy with heart, heat, humor, and a guaranteed HEA. This is the first book in the Drive Me series and can be read as a standalone.Tropes/themes:grumpy sunshineFormula 1 sports romanceSlow burn with open-door spiceForced proximity (f1 driver + sports journalist)Dual POVMental health representation (with therapy)

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This book gets to the heart of trophy hunting, unpacking and explaining its multiple facets and controversies, and exploring why it divides environmentalists, the hunting community, and the public. Bichel and Hart provide the first interdisciplinary and comprehensive approach to the study of trophy hunting, investigating the history of trophy hunting, and delving into the background, identity and motivation of trophy hunters. They also explore the role of social media and anthropomorphism in shaping trophy hunting discourse, as well as the viability of trophy hunting as a wildlife management tool, the ideals of fair chase and sportsmanship, and what hunting trophies are, both literally and in terms of their symbolic value to hunters and non-hunters. The analyses and discussions are underpinned by a consideration of the complex moral and practical conflicts between animal rights and conservation paradigms. This book appeals to scholars in environmental philosophy, conservation and environmental studies, as well as hunters, hunting opponents, wildlife management practitioners, and policymakers, and anyone with a broad interest in human¿wildlife relations.

"From one of the most outspoken and respected NBA athletes comes a groundbreaking and remarkable memoir chronicling a very public struggle with depression, in the hopes that other young men will not suffer alone"--

Explore the powerful impact of mindset on personal and professional achievement in "The Growth Mindset," a transforming journey. Explore attitude, from resilience and overcoming limiting beliefs to learning and converting problems into opportunities.Explore the life-changing mentality alterations that led Michael Phelps, Jim Carrey, and Muhammad Ali to money, success, and fulfillment. Discover millionaires' common attributes and learn how they overcome obstacles, innovate, and succeed. Explore goal-setting psychology and discover how to set and achieve SMART objectives. Discover how visualization, mindfulness, and emotional intelligence may boost resilience, stress management, and personal growth. "The Growth Mindset," offers actionable solutions for readers at every stage, from establishing a vision board for success to visualizing goals. Focus on innovation, risk management, and financial fundamentals to navigate entrepreneurship. Learn to analyze and reduce risks, master finances, and use the law of attraction to produce wealth. "The Growth Mindset," is a complete guide to personal growth, success, and fulfillment, filled with compelling stories, real-world examples, and effective advice. This book helps you unlock your potential, change your thinking, and create a life of meaning and prosperity, whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a career professional, or a personal developer.Are you ready for self-discovery, resilience, and success? Read "The Growth Mindset," to expand your life-affirming options.

Complement any game night with 75 deliciously clever Dungeons & Dragons-themed cocktails and bar bites to sustain any group of players for any time of day.“This book is all around beautiful! The photos are gorgeous, the recipes are well written and easy to follow, plus the lore behind each item puts me directly into the D&D universe.”—Chef Mike Haracz, host of Heroes’ Feast Entertain fabulously while you adventure in your next D&D campaign! Puncheons & Flagons is a delightful and fun-filled cocktail and snacks book filled with fare that would be served up at your character’s favorite tavern, inn, or market along the Sword Coast. All seventy-five dishes, created by a professional recipe developer, are easy to prepare and provide everything you need for hosting and entertaining with D&D flair.Dishes are organized by in-world drinking establishment and by base ingredient with options for every occasion—especially game nights!—including:• Adventurous cocktails such as Necromancer and Hand of Vecna• Batch cocktails such as Candlekeep Tea and Faerie Fire• Nonalcoholic concoctions such as Mourning Cup and Baldurian Tonic• Tasty morsels such as Luiric Rarebit and High Sun FlorentinesDrink up!

Take a Transit Minibus, a full-sized roof-rack loaded with camping equipment, 14 passengers, plus a driver armed with road maps of Europe, Asia and Africa and you have a phenomenon that was to be a character-forming and life-changing experience for a generation of travellers. That phenomenon was "overland". For the first time, young people had an affordable way to travel in the relative safety of a group to what, for many, had previously been inaccessible, and possibly dangerous, places. Overland brought together larger-than-life characters, involved some epic journeys and created unforgettable memories. The late 60s and early 70s was a period of Woodstock, peace, love and flower power - and a feeling of freedom was in the air. The fruits of the post-war baby boom were discovering and celebrating this new-found freedom and the time was ripe for this travel phenomenon to take off.This is a story of how a broken relationship and the urge to break out led the author, in his early twenties and raised on an Essex council estate in the 50s/60s, to take his first trip abroad as a passenger on an overland trip to Morocco in September 1969, (he admits to being so naïve at the time that he thought Morocco was somewhere in the South of France), encountering an individual who happened to be a master at concocting a cock-and-bull story which eventually landed him a job as an overland driver.He suddenly found himself inducted into the University of Life, spending the next four years on a hectic, challenging and adventurous journey across three continents, travelling extensively through Europe, Asia, India and Africa; watching the sunrise over Mount Everest, driving overnight through winter blizzards in the Anatolian mountains of Eastern Turkey and waking in the Sahara just before dawn in a complete sound vacuum. Along the way, he met some amazing, interesting and colourful characters and made lifelong friendships - and went ten-pin bowling with the Prince of Afghanistan!

If you want a fairy tale ending, read Snow White. If you want to know what it's like to dream big, fail hard, get up again, and feel crushing defeat even as you finally taste victory-UNTETHERED is for you.After his 2018 Trans Canada run crashes and burns, four-time champion ultrarunner Dave Proctor returns with a fierce resolve to conquer 7000+ kilometres, a 30-year-old record and his own personal demons. This raw yet frequently hilarious real-life adventure takes you on a wild rollercoaster of grit, willpower, sacrifice and suffering, punctuated by the steep mountain roads, terrifying near-misses, crushing fatigue, fraying relationships and fleeting joy that were his life for 67 days, 10 hours and 27 minutes-followed by a devastating aftermath.This raw yet frequently hilarious real-life adventure takes you on a wild rollercoaster of grit, willpower, sacrifice and suffering, punctuated by the steep mountain roads, terrifying near-misses, crushing fatigue, fraying relationships and fleeting joy that were his life for 67 days, 10 hours and 27 minutes-followed by a devastating aftermath.

Identify migrants at dusk or at night with this book, containing detailed text on flight and contact calls, annotated sonograms and QR codes to the calls themselves. Every spring and autumn, millions of birds fly over us to en route to their summer or winter quarters, with these migratory flights often being at night. A profusion of sounds fills the air, making it possible to put a name to these fleeting silhouettes - because the best way to identify these migrants is by sound. Often neglected in traditional identification guides, these calls are described in this book with precision. Annotated sonograms make it possible to visualise, identify and better memorise the flight and contact calls of all European migratory species. * 450 species described, with detailed text, photographs and sonograms.* Features essential criteria for effective identification of calls in the field.* Covers migratory behaviour and where and when to encounter each species.* Contains QR codes linking to more than 1,000 downloadable sounds to listen to at home or on your smartphone.

Embark on an exhilarating journey into the captivating realm of JDM Legends with our one-of-a-kind coloring book. Immerse yourself in the world of iconic Japanese automobiles like never before. Within the pages of this exquisite coloring book, you'll discover a meticulously curated collection of the finest Japanese cars, spanning the unforgettable decades of the 80s and 90s, all the way to the latest cutting-edge models. Get ready to ignite your passion for automotive excellence as you bring these legendary vehicles to life with your own creative touch. Join us on this artistic adventure and experience the thrill of coloring the very best of Japan's automotive heritage.¿¿¿¿ Perfect Gift for car lovers: Whether it's for a friend, family member, or yourself, this coloring book makes an excellent gift for anyone passionate about cars or Japanese culture.¿¿¿¿ Diverse Collection: 50 unique designs all the most legendary Japanese icons. From the 80s and 90s classics all the way to the widebody, turbo drift machines.50 coloring pages8.5 x 11 inchesSingle-sided pages to prevent bleed throughPremium designedPerfect for all ages

"Breakthrough is a toolkit for turning hopelessness into success, sadness into deep joy and stigmatisation into fuel for positively transforming others' lives. Please, please, please read this inspirational book--it will change your life."--Professor Ged Byrne, MBE, Consultant Surgeon and Director of Global Health at NHS England "Ahmed Hankir has given us a gift--a true Breakthrough. This timely book reminds us that mental health 'flaws' can be tools: that vulnerability and shared humanity can be deployed to heal our fellow wounded travelers."--Andrés Martin, MD, PhD, Professor, Yale Child Study Center and Medical Director, Children's Psychiatric Inpatient Service at Yale-New Haven Children's Hospital, Connecticut USA There is no health without mental health. We all know that people with mental illness deserve relief from their suffering, but why do so many of us remain reluctant to seek treatment and help? Defeat the stigma. You deserve to be healthy. In Breakthrough, World Health Organization Award-Winning psychiatrist, former psychiatric patient and mental health advocate Dr Ahmed Hankir delivers a unique and powerful insight into mental health and wellness, mental illness, mental health treatment, and the culture surrounding mental health by tracing his own personal recovery journey from impoverished and shunned psychiatric patient, to becoming an NHS Consultant Psychiatrist. The book explores many of the issues currently dominating the discussion of mental health and illness, including the impacts of poverty, unemployment, homelessness, the use of medication to treat mental illness, the widespread prevalence of stigma, discrimination and racism in mental health and much more. Breakthrough is a resource of hope and a companion for people suffering in silence who feel isolated and disconnected from society. The take home messages are clear: living with a mental health condition is nothing to be ashamed about and, with the right support, recovery is a reality for the many and not the few.

Ladies! Do you wish your man would obsess over you the way he does his weekly fantasy football lineup?Yeah, you're not alone!The world of fantasy football can be a confusing and sometimes baffling one, yet many women can clearly see how much it means to their partner.They likely talk at length with their football buddies about tactics, players, and lineups with passion and charisma that you rarely see.But there's one small problem: You have no idea what he's talking about.Well, that ends today! Introducing The Girlfriend's Guide to Fantasy Football, the perfect guide to teach you to love the game just as much as he does.Or, at the very least, understand the gibberish he is spouting!This book will teach you everything you need to know about fantasy football, allowing you to communicate and connect with your partner and helping you understand why they care so much about their fantasy team.Before you know it, you'll be giving him tips and advice on trades or teasing him about your team being ranked higher than his.Inside The Girlfriend's Guide to Fantasy Football, you'll discover:Why it's important to understand your partner's hobbies.How to join the fantasy football community.The best strategies for newcomers.How to communicate effectively with your fantasy football-loving partner.Ways to view fantasy football as a form of entertainment.Don't spend another minute out of the fantasy football loop.Grab a copy of The Girlfriend's Guide to Fantasy Football today!

The Hardcover version is printed in FULL COLOR!Renowned breeder Gay Dunlap has used her decades of knowledge and expertise, along with input from several other top Wheaten breeders, to create the ultimate guidebook on the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier!Covering every aspect of SCWT ownership, this book will serve as a guide to help you successfully navigate each stage of your Wheaten's life:The history of the Wheaten's emergence from IrelandWhat you need to know before bringing a Wheaten into your homeBuy, adopt, or rescue? Considerations for eachPreparing your home to be "Wheaten Proof"Training a Wheaten (it's not like other breeds!)Grooming instructions and adviceSuccessful socialization strategiesCorrecting common unwanted behaviorsWheaten-specific health and nutrition informationYour Wheaten as a show, performance, or therapy dogAdjustments for an aging WheatenIt's easy to fall in love with the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Ask any owner and they may even wax poetic. This charming breed, so easy on the eye, came up through the ranks, from the poor Irish tenant farmer's all-purpose dog, to grace the homes of upper-middle-class families, not only in America but in other parts of the world as well.The Soft Coated Wheaten, a medium-sized, square, and well-balanced terrier, is set well apart from other terriers by its soft, silky gently waving coat of wheaten hue, and agreeable temperament. When you add that the breed is single coated, doesn't shed nor smell "doggie," it would seem to be the answer to everyone's dream of the perfect dog.With this book, you will meet the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, not only as it is today but as it was in days gone by. It will share with you the history, unique characteristics and what is required of you to share your life successfully with this captivating, fun-loving breed. You will learn how to find a reputable breeder and the services available to you as a Wheaten Terrier owner, along with various techniques to help you care for its luxurious coat and how the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club of America, through its dedication to the breed, serves Wheaten Terrier owners as well.

85 deliciously dreamy cocktails, mocktails, and simple syrup mixers from the beloved social media drinks specialist Join Jules. Self-taught cocktail pro Julianna McIntosh offers spirited inspiration and recipes for home cocktail makers of all levels. From state-of-mind spritzes to margaritas for every mood, punches, martinis, and booze-free beauties, Jules’s dazzling collection is served up with grace and flair. In addition to recipes for drinks, home mixologists will learn how to make their creations stand out using floral ice cubes, salted and sugared rims, dehydrated citrus, and bruléed fruit. Recipes include:• Relaxed Refreshers: Tequila Mango Refresher, Low-ABV Spicy Fizz• Spritz is a State of Mind: Sparkling Cosmo Spritz, Rosé All Day Spritz• A Margarita For Every Mood: Pineapple Mezcal Margarita, Aperol Strawberry Coconut Margarita• Start the Party on a High Note: Olive Oil Martini, Stone Fruit Whiskey Sour• Drinks for Cozy Occasions: Tiramisu Espresso-tini, Homemade Citrus-Cello• Booze-Free Beauties: Watermelon Smash, Garden Refresher Punch• Syrups (to be mixed with alcohol or with n/a mixers): Passionfruit Syrup, Prosecco SyrupWith practical guidance for batching up, serving, and stocking your home bar, too, Pretty Simple Cocktails is the new go-to for drinking with style.

Populist rage, ideological fracture, economic and technological shocks, war, and an international system studded with catastrophic risk-the early decades of the twenty-first century may be the most revolutionary period in modern history. But it is not the first. Humans have lived, and thrived, through more than one great realignment. What are these revolutions, and how can they help us to understand our fraught world?In this major work, Fareed Zakaria masterfully investigates the eras and movements that have shaken norms while shaping the modern world. Three such periods hold profound lessons for today. First, in the seventeenth-century Netherlands, a fascinating series of transformations made that tiny land the richest in the world-and created politics as we know it today. Next, the French Revolution, an explosive era that devoured its ideological children and left a bloody legacy that haunts us today. Finally, the mother of all revolutions, the Industrial Revolution, which catapulted Great Britain and the US to global dominance and created the modern world.Alongside these paradigm-shifting historical events, Zakaria probes four present-day revolutions: globalization, technology, identity, and geopolitics. For all their benefits, the globalization and technology revolutions have produced profound disruptions and pervasive anxiety and our identity. And increasingly, identity is the battlefield on which the twenty-first century's polarized politics are fought. All this is set against a geopolitical revolution as great as the one that catapulted the United States to world power in the late nineteenth century. Now we are entering a world in which the US is no longer the dominant power. As we find ourselves at the nexus of four seismic revolutions, we can easily imagine a dark future. But Zakaria proves that pessimism is premature. If we act wisely, the liberal international order can be revived and populism relegated to the ash heap of history.As few public intellectuals can, Zakaria combines intellectual range, deep historical insight, and uncanny prescience to once again reframe and illuminate our turbulent present. His bold, compelling arguments make this book essential reading in our age of revolutions.

"A book exploring the emerging science on plant intelligence, uncovering plants' complex and unimaginable capabilities and calling into question what we consider to be conscious agents in the natural world"--

While humility (or the lack of it) has been central to my life, you may not suffer from the same problems I do. You may never be anxious or depressed, self-centered or egotistical, self-conscious or selfish. If you're wondering how humility can help you, ask yourself which of the following statements are true for you:I want to be healthier - both mentally and physically. I want to have deeper, more meaningful relations with my family and friends.I want to be less concerned about what others think of me. I want to get along with my mother-in-law without hiring a hit man. If you said "yes" to any of these statements, this book is for you. If you're thinking that everyone would want these things, that's because It's Not All About You! was written with a very specific audience in mind: People who want to live happier, more fulfilling lives.Written by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who's been utilizing the paths to humility in his own personal life and private practice for many years, It's Not All About You! will lead readers to enjoy life more, freeing them from the stress caused by thinking too high, too low, or too often of themselves.

12th edition July 2019. Lonely Planet Indonesia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Take in a traditional gamelan performance, laze on hidden beaches, or hike volcanic peaks; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Indonesia and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Indonesia Travel Guide: Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, cuisine, environment, outdoor activities, responsible travel and more Over 60 maps Covers Java, Bali, Nusa Tenggara, Maluku, Papua, Sumatra, Kalimantan, Sulawesi and more.

Get ready for Digital SAT test day with Barron’s and crush your goals. Barron's Digital SAT Premium Study Guide, 2025 provides comprehensive subject review, 1800 + practice questions, and a robust strategy guide to the College Board Digital Adaptive Tests. Internationally known expert author and tutor, Brian W. Stewart, a Princeton graduate and perfect SAT score holder, puts his 30,000 plus hours of teaching and tutoring experience to work for you. He gives you the same clear and concise advice to excel on the Digital SAT that has helped his students from all ability levels earn perfect SAT scores and admission to Ivy League universities. All the Review You Need from an SAT Expert Tips and strategies throughout from Barron’s SAT expert author—it’s like having a tutor by your side In-depth subject review covering all sections of the test: Math, Reading, and Writing Hundreds of additional practice questions in each subject review section 1,800+ Practice Questions—the Most High-Quality SAT Practice Anywhere 4 full-length practice tests in the book, including 1 diagnostic test to assess your skills and target your studying, and a print adaptive test designed like the current SAT Hundreds of practice drills with all SAT question types: Words-in-Context Text Structure and Purpose Cross-Text Connections Central Ideas and Details Command of Evidence: Textual Command of Evidence: Quantitative Inferences Boundaries Form, Structure, and Sense Transitions Rhetorical Synthesis Algebra Problem Solving and Data Analysis Advanced Math Geometry and Trigonometry In-depth strategies to tackle each question type Detailed answer explanations for all practice tests and questions Strategy Guide to College Board Adaptive Tests + More Practice Online More than 300 online practice drills categorized by question type for targeted review New advanced practice questions representing the toughest Reading, Writing, and Math you will find on the SAT Scoring to check your learning progress Revised digital calendar to track your study plans Strategy Guide to the SAT Targeted strategies for tackling the toughest questions on the College Board adaptive tests Test preparation calendars to help organize your study plan Tips on using online tools in the SAT interface, such as the Desmos Calculator, Answer Elimination Tool, and Annotation Feature How to make the most of your SAT Bluebook results Time management options and dealing with test anxiety Advice for students with testing accommodations Guide for parents on how best to help your child succeed on the SAT

Poison has caused some of history's most dramatic deaths--yet a fine line separates healing from killing: the difference lies in the dosage! Folklorist Fez Inkwright returns to the archives to reveal fascinating stories behind a variety of lethal plants, witching herbs, and funghi. Going from A to Z, she covers everything from apple to oleander, beautifully illustrating each plant herself. This enthralling treasury is packed with insight and lore on the mysteries of everyday flora.

The most authentic preparation book for the TOPIK exam!This preparation book for the TOPIK test (Basic) of foreigners' Korean ability provides effective exam strategies and translations with friendly explanations that mimic learning in a classroom. Questions that have recently appeared on the TOPIK exam are presented and analyzed through methods of approach and study strategies for each question type. This useful tool offers various question types spread over ten simulated exams, allowing the user to thoroughly and effectively prepare for the TOPIK exam.