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Author: Cynthia Kadohata
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 2010-01-05
Total Pages: 149
ISBN-13: 1416998594
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA boy and his elephant escape into the jungle when the Viet Cong attack his village immediately after the Vietnam war.
Author: Simon Peter Rowberry
Publisher: MIT Press
Published: 2022-04-05
Total Pages: 273
ISBN-13: 0262369109
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis first book-length analysis of Amazon’s Kindle explores the platform’s technological, bibliographical, and social impact on publishing. Four Shades of Gray offers the first book-length analysis of Amazon’s Kindle and its impact on publishing. Simon Peter Rowberry recounts how Amazon built the infrastructure for a new generation of digital publications, then considers the consequences of having a single company control the direction of the publishing industry. Exploring the platform from the perspectives of technology, texts, and uses, he shows how the Kindle challenges traditional notions of platforms as discrete entities. He argues that Amazon’s influence extends beyond “disruptive technology” to embed itself in all aspects of the publishing trade; yet despite industry pushback, he says, the Kindle has had a positive influence on publishing. Rowberry documents the first decade of the Kindle with case studies of Kindle Popular Highlights, an account of the digitization of books published after 1922, and a discussion of how Amazon’s patent filings reflect a shift in priorities. Rowberry argues that while it was initially convenient for the book trade to outsource ebook development to Amazon, doing so has had adverse consequences for publishers in the mid- and long term, limiting opportunities for developing an inclusive and forward-thinking digital platform. While it has forced publishers to embrace digital forms, the Kindle has also empowered some previously marginalized readerships. Although it is still too early to judge the long-term impact of ebooks compared with that of the older technologies of clay tablets, the printing press, and offset printing, the shockwaves of the Kindle continue to shape publishing.
Author: Kay Hooper
Publisher: Bantam
Published: 2012-11-27
Total Pages: 290
ISBN-13: 0345539613
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPower is the ultimate aphrodisiac. But in this classic novel of romance and suspense from New York Times bestselling author Kay Hooper, a strong man who always takes what he wants is challenged by an alluring woman who is not easily kept. Ruthless, charismatic, and devastatingly handsome, Andres Sereno rules the small South American island of Kadeira with an iron first—and he has abducted the irresistible Sara Marsh to keep her out of harm’s way. Of course, Andres has ulterior motives: He is determined to convince Sara that she cannot live without him. Overwhelmed by his urgent desire, Sara finds Andres hard to resist. But can she trust a man with darkness in his soul and danger in his blood? Blindsided by a sudden storm with no safe harbor in sight, Sara has no choice but to embrace the fierce warrior who holds her captive. Though Andres tries to shield her from his violent side, Sara knows that she’s tempting fate. Before risking everything, Sara must walk through fire and discover the strength within herself. Only then can she surrender to the primitive force of their desire.
Author: Dyanne Davis
Publisher: Genesis Press, Inc.
Published: 2007-10-01
Total Pages: 472
ISBN-13: 158571562X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKShe's escaped to his white world. He finds comfort in her black world. When the two worlds collide they are left with Shades of Gray. Publishing tycoon, Simon Kohl loves his wife, Janice, even though he feels she's trying to push him away. But he's harboring a secret so dark that it may be the excuse his wife is looking for to end things. New York Times best-selling author, Janice Lace has begun a new life with her husband Simon. Determined to rid herself of old relationship demons Janice tries to keep her husband interest and attention by causing a lot of drama. But she doesn't have to search hard for drama because it soon finds her. . . and his name is Tommy Strong, her ex. If Tommy gets his way Janice will be his and if Tommy doesn't get his way. . . well there will be hell to pay. Will Janice and Simon be able to but their past behind them or will the past color the future In Shades of Gray?
Author: Maya Banks
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2012-12-31
Total Pages: 402
ISBN-13: 1101614641
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Kelly Group International (KGI): A super-elite, top secret, family-run business. Qualifications: High intelligence, rock-hard body, military background. Mission: Hostage/kidnap victim recovery. Intelligence gathering. Handling jobs the U.S. government can’t…P.J. and Cole were sharpshooting rivals on the same KGI team and enjoyed a spirited, uncomplicated camaraderie. Until the night they gave in to their desires and suddenly took their relationship one step further. In the aftermath of their one-night stand, they’re called out on a mission that goes terribly wrong, and P.J. walks away from KGI, resolved not to drag her teammates into the murky shadows she’s poised to delve into.Six months later, Cole hasn’t given up his search for P.J., and he’s determined to bring her back home where she belongs. Bent on vengeance, P.J. has plunged into a serpentine game of payback that will make her question everything she’s ever believed in. But Cole—and the rest of their team—refuse to let her go it alone. Even if it means sacrificing their loyalty to KGI, and their lives…
Author: Ruta Sepetys
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2021-10-12
Total Pages: 161
ISBN-13: 0593404858
DOWNLOAD EBOOKJust in time for the 10th anniversary of Between Shades of Gray, Ruta Sepetys's award-winning debut novel, and inspiration for the major motion picture Ashes in the Snow, is now a gorgeous graphic novel! From #1 New York Times and international bestselling author and Carnegie Medal winner of Salt to the Sea comes a story of loss and of fear--and ultimately of survival--in a brand-new four-color format. "Few books are beautifully written, fewer still are important; this novel is both." --The Washington Post A New York Times notable book An international bestseller A Carnegie Medal nominee A William C. Morris Award finalist A Golden Kite Award winner June, 1941. A knock comes at the door and the life of fifteen-year-old Lina Vilkas changes forever. She's arrested by the Soviet secret police and deported from Lithuania to Siberia with her mother and younger brother. The conditions are horrific and Lina must fight for her life and for the lives of those around her, including the boy that she loves. Risking everything, she secretly passes along clues in the form of drawings, hoping they will reach her father's prison camp. But will her messages, and her courage, be enough to reunite her family? Will they be enough to keep her alive? A moving and haunting novel perfect for readers of The Book Thief, now available as a stunning graphic novel.
Author: Jasper Fforde
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2009-12-29
Total Pages: 419
ISBN-13: 1101159650
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFrom the New York Times bestselling author of the Thursday Next series comes a “laugh-out-loud funny” (Los Angeles Times) and “brilliantly original” (Booklist, starred review) novel of a man attempting to navigate a color-coded world. “A rich brew of dystopic fantasy and deadpan goofiness.”—The Washington Post Welcome to Chromatacia, where the Colortocracy rules society through a social hierarchy based on one’s limited color perception. In this world, you are what you can see. Eddie Russet wants to move up. When he and his father relocate to the backwater village of East Carmine, his carefully cultivated plans to leverage his better-than-average red perception and marry into a powerful family are quickly upended. Eddie must content with lethal swans, sneaky Yellows, inviolable rules, an enforced marriage to the hideous Violet deMauve, and a risky friendship with an intriguing Grey named Jane who shows Eddie that the apparent peace of his world is as much an illusion as color itself. Will Eddie be able to tread the fine line between total conformity—accepting the path, partner, and career delineated by his hue—and his instinctive curiosity that is bound to get him into trouble?
Author: Jessica Strawser
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Published: 2021-03-23
Total Pages: 352
ISBN-13: 1250241634
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Heartbreaking yet hopeful, this astute exploration of the bonds and limitations of family is a perfect book club pick.” – New York Times bestselling author Joshilyn Jackson A Most Anticipated by Goodreads * SheReads * E! News * Frolic Jessica Strawser's A Million Reasons Why is "a fascinating foray into the questions we are most afraid to ask" (Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author)--the story of two women who discover a bond between them that will change both their lives forever. When two strangers are linked by a mail-in DNA test, it’s an answered prayer—that is, for one half sister. For the other, it will dismantle everything she knows to be true. But as they step into the unfamiliar realm of sisterhood, the roles will reverse in ways no one could have foreseen. Caroline lives a full, happy life—thriving career, three feisty children, enviable marriage, and a close-knit extended family. She couldn’t have scripted it better. Except for one thing: She’s about to discover her fundamental beliefs about them all are wrong. Sela lives a life in shades of gray, suffering from irreversible kidney failure. Her marriage crumbled in the wake of her illness. Her beloved mother, always her closest friend, unexpectedly passed away. She refuses to be defined by her grief, but still, she worries what will happen to her two-year-old son if she doesn’t find a donor match in time. She’s the only one who knows Caroline is her half sister and may also be her best hope for a future. But Sela’s world isn’t as clear-cut as it appears—and one misstep could destroy it all. "A thrilling story of what happens when a long-held family secret comes to light...[Strawser] shows that no one is ever truly a villain or a hero, but instead, we are all a beautiful and messy mix of both." - Associated Press review
Author: Lori Perkins
Publisher: BenBella Books, Inc.
Published: 2012-11-20
Total Pages: 385
ISBN-13: 1937856437
DOWNLOAD EBOOKE. L. James' Fifty Shades trilogy has fascinated and seduced millions of readers. In bedrooms, in book clubs, and in the media, people can't stop talking about it! In Fifty Writers on Fifty Shades of Grey, 50 writers—from romance and erotica authors, to real-world BDSM practitioners, to adult entertainment industry professionals—continue the conversation. Fifty Shades as Erotic Fiction Erotic romance writer Sylvia Day speaks to the new opportunities the Fifty Shades trilogy has opened up for writers (and readers!) of erotica Fifty Shades as Sexual Empowerment Romance novelist Heather Graham praises the way the books encourage women to celebrate their own sexual shades of grey Fifty Shades as Fanfiction Editor Tish Beaty relates the process behind turning Twilight fanfic Master of the Universe into Fifty Shades of Grey Fifty Shades as Pop Culture Fifty Shames of Earl Grey author Andrew Shaffer compares Fifty Shades to sister-in-literary-scandal Peyton Place Plus • Matrimonial lawyer Sherri Donovan examines the legalities of Christian's contract • Master R of BDSM training chateau La Domaine Esemar evaluates Christian Grey's skill as a Dominant (and offers some professional advice) • And a whole lot more! Whether you loved Fifty Shades of Grey, or just want to know why everyone else does, Fifty Writers on Fifty Shades of Grey is the book for you. Contributors: • Heather Graham • Sylvia Day • Andrew Shaffer • M.J. Rose • Sinnamon Love • Judith Regan • Stacey Agdern • Laura Antoniou • Jennifer Armintrout • Tish Beaty • Mala Bhattacharjee • Rachel Kramer Bussel • M. Christian • Suzan Colón • Joy Daniels • Sherri Donovan • Angela Edwards • Melissa Febos • Lucy Felthouse • Ryan Field • Selina Fire • Megan Frampton • Sarah Frantz • Louise Fury • Lois Gresh • Catherine Hiller • Marci Hirsch • Dr. Hilda Hutcherson • Debra Hyde • Anne Jamison • D.L. King • Dr. Logan Levkoff • Arielle Loren • Sassafras Lowry • Rachel Kenley • Pamela Madsen • Chris Marks and Lia Leto • Midori • Master R • Dr. Katherine Ramsland • Tiffany Reisz • Katharine Sands • Jennifer Sanzo • Rakesh Satyal • Marc Shapiro • Lyss Stern • Cecilia Tan • Hope Tarr • Susan Wright • Editor X
Author: Katherine S. Newman
Publisher:
Published: 2006-04-01
Total Pages: 306
ISBN-13: 9781595580818
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCombining details about specific people with analysis of the trends that have shaped their lives, this book exposes the aging urban underclass. It focuses on the lives of the elderly African Americans and Latinos in pockets of New York City, where wages are low, and crime is often high.
