In our media-saturated world, the line between reality and fiction has grown thinner and more confusing. With sharp, clear prose and an insider's view of the media, Petrick's stories take us into a hall of mirrors where men and women struggle to understand themselves and their relationships with one another. In a climate defined by images, does love stand a chance when no one is certain what is real? In the title story, an accomplished skydiver goes airborne with a video camera to capture the love of his life, but a small oversight upends his best intentions. In "Sins of the Father," a man arriving in Huntsville, Texas, to commute his son's death sentence clashes with a documentary producer intent on chasing the story to its bitter end. In "Telling Time," a corporate video producer, conflicted by his own immoral conduct, learns that sometimes the absolute truth is the most effective lie.

Video Verite and Other Stories

Literature & Fiction

Petrick, William

Short Stories & Anthologies

Pearhouse Press

This vital, in-depth guide will transform anyone ready to journey to the depths of themselves and surface with new work that fills the wallet and feeds the soul. These time-tested Seven Evolutionary Tools will uncover a new view of yourself, your work and your business choices-and reveal the internal obstacles to your success. This book is for anyone looking for more passion in their work and businesses eager to leap beyond the status quo. So roll up your sleeves and join author Patricia DiVecchio on this engaging evolutionary journey.

Evolutionary Work: Unleashing Your Potential in Extraordinary Times

DiVecchio, Patricia

Business & Money

A dynamic selection of previously uncollected writing from Rebecca West, hailed as one of the greatest woman writers of the 20th century. West's wit and clear-eyed observations explore many of the great leaders and thinkers of modern times -- from Winston Churchill and Vladimir Nabokov to Aldous Huxley, Bertrand Russell and many others. Essays include a wrenching description of everyday life in wartime Britain and an excerpt from her last novel, "Survivors in Mexico," which vividly imagines the life and times of Montezuma and his fateful encounter with Cortes.

The Essential Rebecca West: Uncollected Prose

WEST, Rebecca

Essays & Correspondence

If you are at a loss for words, this is a superb collection of Steve Gilliland's most popular quotations, acute insight and keenest wit. The bestselling author of Detour, Enjoy The Ride, Hide Your Goat and Making a Difference compiles his quotable wisdom and telling phrases in a pleasantly readable book. Words To Live By is a wonderful resource for business meetings, opening remarks, email signatures and speeches of any kind. It contains over 150 insightful, thought-provoking and inspiring aphorisms. The perfect source for reference, repartee and daily living.

Words To Live By

Steve Gilliland

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Letting go of the past is not easy. We cling to frustration and worry about the future as if the act of fixation somehow gives us power. If a little time has passed and you have not been able to TURN THE PAGE and move on with your life, you need to take a more proactive approach. We often hold onto our pain far beyond its ability to serve us. We replay past mistakes over and over again in our head, allowing feelings of shame and regret to shape our actions in the present. No matter what has happened to you in the past, this book will show you how to take control of your life and make a great future for yourself.

Turn the Page

The word THIS in the title refers to you, dear reader. How motivated are you on any given day? One of the biggest challenges we face today in business and in life is staying optimistic and motivated to be at our best for more than just a few days. Well...no need to fear, Motivate This! is here! According to Steve Rizzo, if you implement his Common Sense Success Strategies, you will discover Increased Productivity, Greater Enthusiasm and New Levels of Success. We go through the course of our lives and allow circumstances, events, situations and people to suck the energy right out of us, says Rizzo. With the right strategies, all of us have the ability to bounce back, take control and forge ahead. This book is filled with Rizzo s unique brand of humor, insightful stories and mind-altering strategies that can elevate your overall degree of motivation, regardless of your circumstances. It's an indispensable tool for maximizing your personal and professional success and happiness.

Motivate This!

Steve Rizzo

Margaret is a much-loved cat who lives in a loving home in North Carolina. One morning, to avoid being picked on by her four brothers and one sister, Margaret sneaks out for an entire day and explores the neighborhood. Her journey will delight young readers as they follow her paw prints throughout the community known as Forest Glen.

The Story About Margaret

Children's Books

Life is better when you're laughing. Laugh from the humor of one of the funniest authors and speakers of our time. Read a page each day and bring your Mind and body back into balance. Sharing a good laugh is fun. But did you know it could actually improve your health? It's true: laughter is strong medicine. It draws people together in ways that trigger healthy physical and emotional changes in the body. Laughter strengthens your immune system, boosts your mood, diminishes pain and protects you from the damaging effects of stress. As children, we used to laugh hundreds of times a day, but as adults, life tends to be more serious and laughter more infrequent. By seeking out more opportunities for humor and laughter, you can improve your emotional health, strengthen your relationships, find greater happiness—and even add years to your life. Laughter is a powerful antidote to stress, pain and conflict. Nothing works faster or more dependably to bring your mind and body back into balance than a good laugh. Humor lightens your burdens, inspires hopes, connects you to others and keeps you grounded, focused and alert. It also helps you to release anger and be more forgiving. With so much power to heal and renew, the ability to laugh easily and frequently is a tremendous resource for surmounting problems, enhancing your relationships and supporting both physical and emotional health. Best of all, this priceless medicine is fun, free and easy to use. Place this book in a visible place in your home or office. Read a page a day and watch it improve your health. Laughter truly is the best medicine for your mind and body!

Laughter Is the Best Medicine: A Daily Dose of Humor

Humor & Entertainment

Gilliland, Steve

Humor

America labeled Charles Lindbergh as “Lucky Lindy,” but he knew better. We’ve read his 1927 book about his famous transatlantic trip. In it, he made clear that his success was due almost entirely to "preparation, not luck or, as I prefer to call it, circumstance. Flights are almost always routine, but every time we push back from the gate, we must be prepared for the unexpected.”Fighter pilot Lt. Heather Penney was also given a similar nickname,“Lucky Penney.” During the events of September 11, 2001 (9/11), Penney was given her orders to take down United Airlines Flight 93 that was heading toward Washington and most likely the White House. There was something larger than life at stake, and she was prepared for the unexpected and would do whatever it took.Similarly, leaders are prepared for the unexpected.About BE LEGENDARY:Your “true competition” is not always who you think it is. The enemy is often within our own operating environment. There are critical challenges or issues facing organizations today that will ultimately lead to predictable success or predictable failure, and by addressing them, we can “control our own destiny or someone else will.” (Jack Welch). The good news is that it is not complicated to achieve this level of success. We can all do it. By committing to putting the principles from this book in place in your operating environment, you can create the same environment that is discussed throughout the book. Whether you are an executive, a manager or a team leader, you can put this blueprint into play to create ultimate success.

Be Legendary: The Presence of Leadership: Strength and Vision

Baldwin, Sherri K.

Vipperman, Rick M.

Management & Leadership

WHAT ADDS VALUE Who adds value to your life? How do you add value to others? We have all benefited from someone who inspired us, encouraged us and added value to our lives. Adding value is important in our families, friendships and relationships as well as in the organizations where we work. Imagine your inner circle of friends and family or an organization where everyone is focused on adding value to others. In this book, Steve Gilliland reveals the many things that add value and assist us in improving our circumstances. He shows the various qualities that add value to other people that, in turn, will also bring you the opportunity to add value to your own life. Great companies with great cultures add value to their people, products and services. It's not always about money, discounts or giveaways. A quality product or service is only a slice of why customers will do business with you. No matter what your business does, it will descend or ascend based on the value it creates in someone's life. If it doesn't meet a need or want, then it's not value. One of the most fulfilling things you can do is add value to people. This means encouraging, investing in, helping and serving others. It's anything that makes someone's life better or makes them feel appreciated. Whether you're a manager at a big company, a small business owner or an individual, THE CHERRY ON TOP will show you the significance of adding value to yourself and others. The best way to add value to your life is to add value to others. Price is what you pay. Value is what you get. -- Warren Buffett Not adding value is the same as taking it away. -- Seth Godin To add value to others, one must first value others. -- John Maxwell If your presence doesn't add value, your absence won t make a difference. -- Zero Dean

The Cherry on Top

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