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2012 and Beyond by Jesus Villalobos 2012 and Beyond by Jesus Villalobos March 24, 2011 $5.00 22835 words Sample 20%
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Author of eight books published and available at: http://www.amazon.com "Three Days of Darkness and the Coming Flood" "Time For Truth" "Forgotten Keys of the Kingdom" "Anti-Christ's Birth; The Solomon Island Mystery" "R.A.I.N. (Retaliatory And Inverse Navigation) "2012 and Beyond" "The Legend of the Cave" "Mathematics and Scripture"
The Black Man's Burden - The Horrors of Southern Lynchings by Michael Goines The Black Man's Burden - The Horrors of Southern Lynchings by Michael Goines March 24, 2011 $1.99 20780 words Sample 15%
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The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva by David Tuffley The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva by David Tuffley March 24, 2011 $3.99 7608 words Sample 20%
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David Tuffley PhD is a Lecturer at Griffith University (Australia) in the School of ICT, and a Senior Consultant with the Systems & Software Quality Institute (a technology/best practice transition agency). David has a very broad range of interests; from Anthropology, Psychology, Ancient and Modern History, Linguistics, Rhetoric, Comparative Religions, Philosophy, Architectural History, Environments and Ecosystems to name some.
The Safe Box of Health - 3 Steps to Heal Yourself by Bradley Wilde The Safe Box of Health - 3 Steps to Heal Yourself by Bradley Wilde March 24, 2011 $9.99 57101 words Sample 20%
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Dr. Bradley R. Wilde was born and raised in Welling, Alberta, Canada, attended Logan Chiropractic College in St. Louis, Missouri and has spent his career as a health care professional in Worland, Wyoming. For more than 30 years he has been passionate about natural health care and wellness, and has taught numerous classes, workshops and seminars on natural healing. Dr. Wilde's approach to health is that the body knows how to heal itself. It never makes a mistake and does everything it does for a reason. He believes the secret to healing is treating the cause, whether the cause is physical, nutritional or emotional. Dr. Wilde is the author of The Safe Box of Health – 3 Steps to Heal Yourself, a book about the steps you must take to heal yourself and be well. He is also the author of The Liahona Principle, a book about finding personal direction and understanding in the scriptures, and It Pays to Understand the Book of Mormon, a children’s workbook. He and his wife Debi reside in Worland, Wyoming where Dr. Wilde treats and coaches his patients to optimal health. He and Debi are the parents of seven wonderful children and six beautiful grandchildren.
Keys to a Vibrantly Healthy, Long LIfe by Debra Gaffney Keys to a Vibrantly Healthy, Long LIfe by Debra Gaffney March 24, 2011 $9.95 50529 words Sample 20%
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Debra Gaffney, A.P., C.C.P.A., is a healer in the true sense of the word. Her foundation is in Oriental medicine, including acupuncture and herbology. Upon that base she built a healing practice that incorporates her extensive experience with nutrition, homeopathy, and other natural health-supporting approaches. In 2002 she developed a method for neutralizing food and environmental sensitivities called AcuSET(SM) that has restored thousands of her patients to full lives of health and happiness. Among her many degrees and certifications, Debra is a Diplomate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and a certified Chiropractic Physician Assistant. Debra is relentless in her pursuit of knowledge in health and the healing arts, frequently taking classes and workshops to expand her ability to help others. She also enjoys regular participation in Jazzercise, Tai Chi and Yoga. Debra lives with her husband, Dr. John Gaffney, a Chiropractic Physician, in DeLand, Florida, where she practices, writes, and enjoys playing with their two dogs and two cats.
The Bible: Exposed or how to be happy in your disbelief by stu wulze The Bible: Exposed or how to be happy in your disbelief by stu wulze March 24, 2011 $9.99 64784 words Sample 5%
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Movie Magic by Shannon Bickel Movie Magic by Shannon Bickel March 24, 2011 $1.99 1807 words Sample 30%
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Hello there, my name is Shannon, and I started writing erotic stories when I was 18 years old, and stopped when I joined the Armed Forces fresh out of High School. I was medically discharged from the Navy, and started writing again when I returned home. These stories are for women, so please don't rate or review them if you aren't one. I now share my sample ones on dating sites to get people interested. I got so much good feedback from my sample one, that I had to start selling them. I have my sample one for you all to see what mine are like. My sample one is called, "Drinks, On Me". This one is completely free to everyone. It gives you a taste, of what the other ones are like. Purchase, if you like what you see. Also, for a minimal fee, I'll make one just for you, no matter what you're into. (Stories Made Just For You) A little side note, for people who say my stories aren't really non-fiction, they are. All of my stories, minus the threesome one, actually happened. All my stories, are personal experiences with my past girlfriends. They're so detailed, because it happened. Now, its my turn to let you experience what those nights were like for them, through my stories. :)
Tell Me How You Want It by Shannon Bickel Tell Me How You Want It by Shannon Bickel March 24, 2011 $1.99 1177 words Sample 30%
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Hello there, my name is Shannon, and I started writing erotic stories when I was 18 years old, and stopped when I joined the Armed Forces fresh out of High School. I was medically discharged from the Navy, and started writing again when I returned home. These stories are for women, so please don't rate or review them if you aren't one. I now share my sample ones on dating sites to get people interested. I got so much good feedback from my sample one, that I had to start selling them. I have my sample one for you all to see what mine are like. My sample one is called, "Drinks, On Me". This one is completely free to everyone. It gives you a taste, of what the other ones are like. Purchase, if you like what you see. Also, for a minimal fee, I'll make one just for you, no matter what you're into. (Stories Made Just For You) A little side note, for people who say my stories aren't really non-fiction, they are. All of my stories, minus the threesome one, actually happened. All my stories, are personal experiences with my past girlfriends. They're so detailed, because it happened. Now, its my turn to let you experience what those nights were like for them, through my stories. :)
Hotel Room Serve-Us by Shannon Bickel Hotel Room Serve-Us by Shannon Bickel March 24, 2011 $1.99 1556 words Sample 30%
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Hello there, my name is Shannon, and I started writing erotic stories when I was 18 years old, and stopped when I joined the Armed Forces fresh out of High School. I was medically discharged from the Navy, and started writing again when I returned home. These stories are for women, so please don't rate or review them if you aren't one. I now share my sample ones on dating sites to get people interested. I got so much good feedback from my sample one, that I had to start selling them. I have my sample one for you all to see what mine are like. My sample one is called, "Drinks, On Me". This one is completely free to everyone. It gives you a taste, of what the other ones are like. Purchase, if you like what you see. Also, for a minimal fee, I'll make one just for you, no matter what you're into. (Stories Made Just For You) A little side note, for people who say my stories aren't really non-fiction, they are. All of my stories, minus the threesome one, actually happened. All my stories, are personal experiences with my past girlfriends. They're so detailed, because it happened. Now, its my turn to let you experience what those nights were like for them, through my stories. :)
Three Mile Island (TMI) Nuclear Power Plant Accident: NRC Official Lessons Learned Task Force Final Report (NUREG-0585) - 1979 Partial Meltdown with Radiation Releases by Progressive Management Three Mile Island (TMI) Nuclear Power Plant Accident: NRC Official Lessons Learned Task Force Final Report (NUREG-0585) - 1979 Partial Meltdown with Radiation Releases by Progressive Management March 24, 2011 $9.99 19287 words Sample 5%
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Progressive Management: For over a quarter of a century, our news, educational, technical, scientific, and medical publications have made unique and valuable references accessible to all people. Our imprints include PM Medical Health News, Advanced Professional Education and News Service, Auto Racing Analysis, and World Spaceflight News. Many of our publications synthesize official information with original material. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work to uniformly present authoritative knowledge that can be rapidly read, reviewed or searched. Vast archives of important data that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are. The e-book format makes a great reference work and educational tool. There is no other reference book that is as convenient, comprehensive, thoroughly researched, and portable - everything you need to know, from renowned experts you trust. Our e-books put knowledge at your fingertips, and an expert in your pocket!
Travels With Grandpaw by David Davis Travels With Grandpaw by David Davis March 24, 2011 $2.99 42652 words Sample 15%
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David Davis, a former political cartoonist, is the author of many children's picture books,humorous shorts, and poems. You can find print copies of his children's books online at Amazon or Barnes and Noble. His ebooks are not available in hard copy at present.
Nothing But Net: The Biblical Guide to Finding Love Using the Internet by Deborah Valrie Nothing But Net: The Biblical Guide to Finding Love Using the Internet by Deborah Valrie March 24, 2011 $9.99 23309 words Sample 20%
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Deborah Valrie met her (now) husband in 2006. They were both in their fifties and had been previously married for twenty-five years. They had six children between them. They did not belong to the same church and did not run in the same social circles. They did not work in the same industry and had no mutual friends. In fact, the chances of them ever meeting were slim-to-none. And yet, they met and married thanks to the internet. Deborah is an accomplished business woman, author, minister and professional speaker. However, most importantly, she’s a professional matchmaker. She helps people find themselves and define their ideal mate. She’s a dating coach and mentor with real world, practical experience. Lots of people have advice and everybody has an opinion. However, Deborah’s focus is getting results. She has her own internet-husband to prove it. Deborah received her undergraduate degree from The University of Texas at Austin. She went on to earn several professional licenses, including the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation.
Skivvy Girl: The Love of a Post WWII Japanese Pleasure Girl by Earnest Mercer Skivvy Girl: The Love of a Post WWII Japanese Pleasure Girl by Earnest Mercer March 24, 2011 $5.99 86123 words Sample 20%
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Earnest Brant Mercer BPS MBA Pace University of N.Y. Upon graduation from Auburndale (FL) High School, Mercer enlisted in the U. S. Navy at the outset of the Korean Conflict. He served four years in a branch of naval intelligence; two of which were in Japan 1951-1953. He spent thirty years with IBM Corporation, serving in Japan, Hong Kong, South Africa as well as in the U.S.A. Upon retirement, he returned to his home town where he was Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce before performing consulting work for five years for American companies in Asia, South Africa, and the Czech Republic. He taught five years in the Graduate School of Business, Webber International University. He was conferred an honorary Doctor of Business Administration for his work there. He was elected to his high school Hall of Fame in 2010.
Blossoms n' Bubbles by Spirita Blossoms n' Bubbles by Spirita March 24, 2011 $2.99 3009 words Sample 20%
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From SPIRITA, the voice in all of us speaking from our soul. Who is Spirita? What is a Spirita? Spirita is Twinkles. Spirita is the Twinkle you see when you connect with someone. Spirita is the Twinkle you feel when you get excited inside or gooey all over. Spirita is the Twinkle you hear when a voice or music or nature communicates in special ways. Spirita is not a person or a face or a shape or an object to see or hold. Spirita is your Soul announcing your presence and welcoming inspirations. Spirita is Awareness Transformed to Being.
Die Zen Anti-Diät: Bewusstes Essen für Gesundheit, Vitalität und Gewichtsabnahme by Aaron Hoopes Die Zen Anti-Diät: Bewusstes Essen für Gesundheit, Vitalität und Gewichtsabnahme by Aaron Hoopes March 24, 2011 $4.95 14973 words Sample 20%
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For over twenty-eight years Aaron Hoopes has been a student of the martial arts, Eastern philosophy, and alternative medicine. He has a degree in Asian History and Japanese Culture from Tulane University and has spent many years studying in Japan, Australia and the USA. He holds a third degree black belt in Japanese Shotokan Karate and is a certified instructor of karate, Shanti Yoga and Meditation, Tai Chi, and Qigong. He is the founder of Zen Yoga which combines clarity of thought and awareness found in the martial arts with the peaceful stretching and breathing of yoga. He strives to make Zen Yoga available to anyone regardless of fitness level, age or mindset. He travels and teaches around the world. He also teaches an Online Correspondence Course that assists people with putting this work into daily practice.
Forgive 70 x 7 - Our Forgotten Power by Dr. Clement DeWall Forgive 70 x 7 - Our Forgotten Power by Dr. Clement DeWall March 24, 2011 $7.99 15984 words Sample 20%
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Clement DeWall is a graduate of the Pontifical Gregorian University, Rome, Italy and received a Doctor of Ministry degree from the Iliff School of Theology, Denver, Colorado. He has lectured in the US and Canada, and his books include Escaping the Mental Straightjacket and Saving Remarriage from Guilt-and-Punishment Theology. He is married with two adult children and two grandchildren and has retired from careers in ministry and data processing. He was born in Oklahoma and raised in Dodge City, Kansas, during his grade school years. His father was a retail store manager, and he moved often. He spent about a year in Rapid City, South Dakota; then went to high school in Loveland, Colorado. He considers Colorado my home state. In 1947, he lost his brother, Calvin, to rheumatic fever, which he got while in the Navy. He was 14 at the time, and his parents and he turned to religion for comfort and answers. Since one of his older brothers had become a Catholic, the Roman Catholic Church became the family’s spiritual home, and all matters religious became of interest to him. His first published writings were in magazines: articles for religious education or homilies for priests to use in Sunday sermons. This was in the 1960s, when the Second Vatican Council raised his hopes for religious and spiritual renewal in all the Christian churches. Later he became intensely interested in near-death and other extraordinary or paranormal experiences. He remembers that his mother had many unusual psychic experiences; those memories, previously ignored, became more treasured, and he read extensively about the paranormal. As a result, his theology expanded to use a wider spectrum of human experience as its base. DeWall believes he has a message to convey and something new to say. In discussion groups, his opinions and views have been well received. He derives satisfaction in knowing that he has had a positive influence on a few, just as others have influenced him. His friends and family have encouraged him to reach a wider audience. “I do not write to convert others to my way of thinking,” DeWall says. “I believe that theology is the domain of every person. Of course, I do want my opinions to be seriously considered, but I first want my readers to think for themselves. If they do that, disagreement is not important.” Information about DeWall’s background and his Ministry: He was ordained a Catholic priest in 1958 and resigned in 1976 because he could no longer support the doctrines of the Catholic Church concerning divorce and remarriage. In 1977, he graduated with a Doctor of Ministry degree from the Iliff School of Theology in Denver; and a short time afterward he published a work titled “Saving Remarriage from Guilt-and-Punishment Theology,” based on his degree research. His current ministry is within the Federation of Christian Ministries, of which his wife and he are co-presidents. FCM is a national organization that helps persons of any church to practice their ministry. If a member wishes, he or she can obtain from FCM an official or legal authorization to perform various types of ministry, such as to officiate at weddings, baptize, perform funerals or do healing or worship services. FCM certification is legally equivalent to ordination. On the local level, DeWall and his wife are available for all these services. He considers writing a part of his ministry, and he writes an article for each FCM newsletter, Diaspora, which is published bimonthly. DeWall’s main pastimes are cooking/baking and hiking. He also belongs to several discussion and prayer groups, and the other members give him their own ideas along with feedback on my own. He also enjoys writing poetry. What he enjoys most, though, is taking a Gospel passage, especially a parable, and putting it into a poetic format — or sometimes explaining it in a poem.
The Next Great Awakening: A Spiritual Renaissance by Ryuho Okawa The Next Great Awakening: A Spiritual Renaissance by Ryuho Okawa March 24, 2011 $9.99 27369 words Sample 10%
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Master Ryuho Okawa started receiving spiritual messages from Heaven, in 1981. Holy beings came to him with impassioned messages of urgency, entreating him to deliver their wisdom to people on Earth. His calling to become a spiritual leader, to inspire people all over the world with the long-hidden Truths of the origin of humankind and the soul, was revealed. These conversations unveiled the mysteries of Heaven and Hell, and became the foundation upon which Master Okawa built his spiritual philosophy. As his spiritual awareness deepened, he understood that the wisdom he received has the power to help mankind overcome religious and cultural conflicts, and usher in an era of peace and harmony on Earth. Just before his thirtieth birthday, Master Okawa resolved to leave his promising career in business and dedicate himself to sharing the messages he had received from Heaven. The universality of the wisdom he shares and the all-encompassing unity of his religious and spiritual philosophy, delivered in his uniquely simple and pragmatic way have attracted millions of readers to his books. In addition to his writing, Master Okawa continues to give public talks and lectures throughout the world.
Soul Food 4 The Soul by Annette Brent Soul Food 4 The Soul by Annette Brent March 23, 2011 $9.95 11924 words Sample 35%
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Annette Brent is the author of the Inspirational and Spiritually-based book called “Soul Food 4 The Soul” - a collection of poems, reflections and quotes all gleaned from her own personal experiences on love, laughter, sexual identity & spirituality, self-image, self-love, coming-out, relationships, adversity, change and more. She is also a Life Coach - "Coach Brent". She is a dynamic transformational and wellness life coach, specializing but not limited to women and the LGBT community. She has been an ardent follower of Personal Development for 30 years and is now sharing her own views as a human being on this planet, as a woman of color who is an out lesbian through the venue of the internet and multi-media with an educational background in journalism. Annette see's the world through a multi-dimensional perspective. It is from this lense, that she empowers people world-wide to live their life out of the ordinary - into the extra-ordinary. She is committed to raising the consciousness and self-worth of individuals so that they may see their potential under the most trying of circumstances. She addresses the broad spectrum of transformation - empowerment, depression, grief, personal loss, relationships, anxiety, abuse, and wellness. She believes that by taking the time to heal what is "broken" and feeding our spirits from the inside, we can heal our lives on the outside. That is where true freedom and power lies. She may be reached at lgbtcoachbrent@gmail.com
By the Numbers: Numerology as Easy as 1, 2, 3 by Lex Rice By the Numbers: Numerology as Easy as 1, 2, 3 by Lex Rice March 23, 2011 $9.99 14046 words Sample 20%
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My mother was an astrologer – a wise woman who began teaching me astrology and philosophy as soon as I could speak. I cannot even remember a time when I didn’t know astrology; I knew what my Sun and Moon signs were before I even knew my own middle name. Before I started school, I simply assumed that everyone knew these things. Boy, was I wrong! Growing up in the South, I realized very quickly that this kind of knowledge was not widespread, and in some circles was even considered taboo!
Remembering Sean by Ann Kuehnel Remembering Sean by Ann Kuehnel March 23, 2011 $2.99 11454 words Sample 5%
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I'm a mom of 3 and have been married 23 years. My brother committed suicide when I was 36 years old, and I wanted to write about it to help other sibling survivors.
Happy Valentine's Date by Shannon Bickel Happy Valentine's Date by Shannon Bickel March 23, 2011 $1.99 1418 words Sample 20%
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Hello there, my name is Shannon, and I started writing erotic stories when I was 18 years old, and stopped when I joined the Armed Forces fresh out of High School. I was medically discharged from the Navy, and started writing again when I returned home. These stories are for women, so please don't rate or review them if you aren't one. I now share my sample ones on dating sites to get people interested. I got so much good feedback from my sample one, that I had to start selling them. I have my sample one for you all to see what mine are like. My sample one is called, "Drinks, On Me". This one is completely free to everyone. It gives you a taste, of what the other ones are like. Purchase, if you like what you see. Also, for a minimal fee, I'll make one just for you, no matter what you're into. (Stories Made Just For You) A little side note, for people who say my stories aren't really non-fiction, they are. All of my stories, minus the threesome one, actually happened. All my stories, are personal experiences with my past girlfriends. They're so detailed, because it happened. Now, its my turn to let you experience what those nights were like for them, through my stories. :)
The Fat Extinction Program by Anthony Alayon The Fat Extinction Program by Anthony Alayon March 23, 2011 $4.99 35592 words Sample 20%
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I am a best selling fitness author who loves to help others lose weight and achieve their dreams! In January of 2011 I launched my own Magazine called "Anthony Alayon's Body Sculpting Magazine" which can be found at http://anthonyalayon.fatextinction.com. I am in the process of launching my own clothing line scheduled to be available online in Summer of 2011.
Rancho Costa Nada: The Dirt Cheap Desert Homestead by Philip Garlington Rancho Costa Nada: The Dirt Cheap Desert Homestead by Philip Garlington March 23, 2011 $4.99 55173 words Sample 20%
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Phil Garlington has been a reporter for the Los Angeles Times, San Francisco Examiner, San Diego Evening Tribune, Orange County Register, Los Angeles Herald-Examiner, Washington Times, National Enquirer and a dozen obscure sheets. He has also been a commercial pilot, teen squid, and college student body president.
Confessions of a Government Man: How to Succeed in Any Bureaucracy by Alan L. Greenberg Confessions of a Government Man: How to Succeed in Any Bureaucracy by Alan L. Greenberg March 23, 2011 $4.99 121317 words Sample 5%
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Alan L. Greenberg is a product of New York City with an attitude to match. He was a senior official with the U.S. General Services Administration. After retiring, he was eager to write about his exciting and often unusual work experiences. During his career he had hands-on responsibility for some of the largest and most controversial federal construction projects in the country. Some of these projects found their way to national television, including Sixty Minutes and Inside Edition, were widely covered in print media, C-Span, and even made it to the late night comedy of Jay Leno and David Letterman. Greenberg's involvement with high profile projects brought him into contact with presidents, big city mayors, members of Congress, judges, military leaders and giants of industry as well as community activists, labor unions, militant coalitions and a generous share of urban hustlers, petty thieves and con artists. He has spoken before many government and professional groups and testified before congressional committees. Every investigative body known to the federal government also examined his work. Through it all he demonstrated a unique and successful leadership style and an ever-present sense of humor, which he says is the key to long-term success in any project. Greenberg looks back at his career and says, “When I came to GSA in 1965 I was a baby-faced recruit who got carded in bars for drinking eligibility. When I retired a lifetime later I still got proofed, but this time it was in the movies for the senior discount.” He is proud of the fact that he actually retired from his senior executive position whereas many prior incumbents left via transfer, demotion, indictment or their passing. Alan Greenberg earned BBA and MBA degrees from Baruch College in Manhattan. He was the recipient of numerous awards from GSA and other federal agencies, including a special award for his dedicated staff’s contribution to the post September 11, 2001 recovery efforts in New York City. He has also authored many sports articles and continues to be a regular contributor to The Fischler Report.
How to Raise and Train your Rottweiler Puppy or Dog to be Great by Vince Stead How to Raise and Train your Rottweiler Puppy or Dog to be Great by Vince Stead March 23, 2011 $2.99 19472 words Sample 10%
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Vince Stead was born in Pontiac Michigan, and had 4 older brothers and 2 older sisters. Vince's mother passed away from cancer at the age of 37, and Vince was 18 months old at the time. Vince spent a little bit of time with other relatives, then was reunited with his father, who was a life long alcoholic, but was a nice father. Vince's father owned a string of bakeries, but there was never really any money, his father drank and spent it away most of the time. At a very early age, Vince would go with his father every day to work, where is father and helpers would make all the bakery products at one bakery, and deliver them to the other bakeries every morning, and Vince would ride in the delivery van with his father every day until he was old enough to go to school. Vince learned at an early age, that is father required him to pay for his stuff, like new school clothing and other stuff. Through out Vince's whole childhood life, he worked weekends with his father in the middle of the night at his bakery, to earn money to buy clothes for school. Vince got his first real job as a paperboy at the age of 11, and kept that job instead his was 13, when he got a better job washing dishes at the local Harvey's Country Kettle Restaurant, where he would ride his bike to and from the restaurant several nights a week after school. Vince kept the dish washing job until he was 15 years old, and got a job a big grocery store in the next town over. Vince did not have a drivers license yet, but he really wanted to keep his job, so he would hitch hike after school to his grocery store job, and sometimes he would be picked up by his teacher, and she would give him a ride to work. All of Vince's brother's and sisters we required to move out of the house before they turned 16 years old. Vince was able to talk his older friend into renting an apartment with him, that worked at the grocery store also. The manager was nice enough at the grocery store to let Vince work nights shining the grocery store isles with a machine, and working each Sunday, where the other employees were only allowed to work every other Sunday, because the grocery store paid over time, and Ron the manager, had a kind heart. Vince joined the Navy when he was 18 and liked it very much. He spent 4 years on shore duty at an air squadron, and 4 years at sea duty, where he was stationed on a submarine tender, the USS Proteus, and a destroyer, the USS David R. Ray, and a short stint on the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier. While on the destroyer, the ship would escort Kuwaiti oil tankers full of oil destined for America, out to sea so they would not get attacked. They would put an American flag on their ship, and the destroyer Vince was stationed on would escort them out to sea and safety so everyone back in America could get cheap oil at the time While Vince was in the Navy and living in San Diego, California, he has always owned, raised, trained, and enjoyed dogs in his life.
First Kiss - Music Trivia (Pop to Country Rock) by Melody Rose First Kiss - Music Trivia (Pop to Country Rock) by Melody Rose March 23, 2011 $6.99 24523 words Sample 20%
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Melody Rose, musician and author has written a series of six music trivia books about songs, songwriters and musicians. She investigates the social, political and personal life of an artist to shed new light on the creation of a song through lyric, beat and melody. Melody Rose is a native of Santa Clara Valley (Silicon Valley) and enjoys music, art, nature and history.
The Romantic, Pagan Meanings of the Tarot of the Mysteries of Love and Sex by Mel Fleming The Romantic, Pagan Meanings of the Tarot of the Mysteries of Love and Sex by Mel Fleming March 23, 2011 $0.99 15352 words Sample 30%
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The Rented Veil The High Cost of Worship by Darryl Odom The Rented Veil The High Cost of Worship by Darryl Odom March 23, 2011 $3.99 24129 words Sample 10%
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I am the native son of a small town 30 miles south of Atlanta: Griffin, Georgia. There, my mother, Evelyn Odom, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and family friends in a loving neighborhood known as Riley Heights, raised me. Before there were cell phones and text messaging, this simple network of care was all it took to get a message to me from my mom to get home. It was in this humble setting that my values were laid. My earliest recollections of childhood include memorizing Holy Scripture for Sunday school at my aunt’s church. My aunt Lizzie Turnipseed was a pioneer. She was among the few women who were willing to risk ridicule and rejection for organizing ministries in the late 60s and early 70s. It was under her tutorage that I learned God’s Word and that my longing to understand God’s Word was laid. I earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in liberal and fine arts from the University of DC. I’ve read and studied the classics, particularly enjoying The Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire, The Gathering Storm and Their Finest Hour. I’ve also studied Shakespeare’s MacBeth, Hamlet and Othello. I’ve read the Bible five times and studied the Holy Word exhaustively for over 15 years. It was never my intention to be in the ministry. During my undergrad years, I said to my classmates that the pulpit was too narrow for my aspirations in life. However, somehow God changed that perspective. After living in California and returning to my home state of Georgia, I professed my calling in ministry. From that, I embarked on 15 years of ministry as an associate minister,teacher, and acting interim pastor. My other passion in life is my career in education. I have been an educator as long as I have been in ministry.
God, Self and Ego: Discerning God, Self and Ego: Discerning "Who's Who" on the Spiritual Journey by Philip St. Romain March 23, 2011 $3.99 19290 words Sample 20%
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Philip St. Romain, M.S., D. Min., has published over 20 books on spirituality and theology. He has served as a spiritual director for many people during the past 25 years, and currently ministers at Heartland Center for Spirituality in Great Bend, KS.
Reaching the Impossible - Dr. Krishna Kumar's Story by Myrna Petersen Reaching the Impossible - Dr. Krishna Kumar's Story by Myrna Petersen March 23, 2011 $9.99 43969 words Sample 15%
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Myrna Petersen is a freelance writer who resides in Regina, SK., Canada. Myrna has a knack of uncovering hidden gold nugget true stories and presenting them in the language of the common man. She has authored 3 books, written several screenplays, and a stage musical.
Formatting Comics for the Kindle and Nook: A Step-By-Step Guide to Images and Ebooks by Michael Jasper Formatting Comics for the Kindle and Nook: A Step-By-Step Guide to Images and Ebooks by Michael Jasper March 23, 2011 $2.99 6946 words Sample 30%
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I grew up in the small town of Dyersville, Iowa, home of “The Field of Dreams.” I've published eight novels, one short story collection, two non-fiction ebooks, and six dozen short stories in places such as Asimov's, Strange Horizons, O. Henry Festival Stories, Polyphony, Writers of the Future, and the Raleigh News & Observer. My website is http://michaeljasper.net. With artist Niki Smith, I created the digital comic IN MAPS & LEGENDS, which won the November 2009 competition at DC Comics' Zuda website; the comic is available via UnWrecked Press at a variety of digital distributors. For more information, see http://InMapsAndLegendsComic.com. In the past I’ve tried bartending, teaching junior high, painting houses, being a secret shopper, working construction, and many more jobs; I prefer fiction writing. For my day job, I work as a technical writer at a software company.
New New Testament Gospel of Mark by Steve Howard New New Testament Gospel of Mark by Steve Howard March 23, 2011 $0.99 13398 words Sample 36%
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Born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada 1960. Moved to London, Ontario, Canada in 1967. Started playing hockey and piano. Went to Sir Wilfred Laurier High School and played the trumpet. Studied Architectural Technology at Fanshawe College of Applied Arts and Sciences. Started playing guitar and writing a little. On a trip to the mountains in 1982 with a friend I decided, or was awakened to the knowledge that I was going to pursue writing. Graduated 1984 and moved to Toronto. Moved to Saarbrücken, Germany in 1993. Have traveled many places in North, Middle and South America and Europe. Besides reading and writing also work on photography and music.
ADHD Parenting by Lorraine Forris, MSW, LCSW ADHD Parenting by Lorraine Forris, MSW, LCSW March 23, 2011 $9.99 12141 words Sample 20%
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Lessons Learned on the Farm by Phyllis Porter Dolislager Lessons Learned on the Farm by Phyllis Porter Dolislager March 23, 2011 $2.99 55995 words Sample 20%
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Phyllis Porter Dolislager is the author of eight books. She is a writing consultant and gives writing workshops encouraging others to write about significant birthdays, anniversaries, and family memories. Lessons Learned on the Farm, a family memoir, is her best-selling book. She and her husband split their time between Tennessee and Florida.
Confessions and Secrets of the Avid Book Reviews Blogger: Book Bloggers Sell Books by Lynnette Phillips Confessions and Secrets of the Avid Book Reviews Blogger: Book Bloggers Sell Books by Lynnette Phillips March 23, 2011 $2.99 2516 words Sample 30%
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I've always loved books and reading. I can't remember when I didn't have a library card--libraries are just the most amazing places and librarians, being the most knowledgeable generous people I've had the privilege of meeting, deserve an exalted place in society. As the Avid Reader Book Reviews Blogger my book reviews and blog are widely read and followed by literary enthusiasts. I have also been invited to post guest blog posts for others, most lately by bestselling author CJ Lyons. The Avid Reader Book Reviews (AKA Avid Book Reviews) blog posts not only book reviews but also author interviews & readings (usually by video), information on libraries and literacy, book trailers, videos pertaining to anything related to books, and sponsored book giveaways. I am a multi-genre kind of gal but my favorites are mystery/suspense/thrillers, historical fiction, young adult… but my list favorites just keep growing. I am also author of Confessions & Secrets of the Avid Book Reviews Blogger serial which offer invaluable book marketing and promotional tips, available resources, how-to information and more. My newest launch entails book doctor services and I hope to eventually expand into more detailed coaching services. I will also soon be cohosting a BlogTalkRadio show which I'm very excited (and apprehensive) about. My blog covers book reviews and all things books; author interviews, author readings, book trailers and more. I view literacy as vital to life's adventures. Reading can give such amazing views, insights, enjoyment and even diversion. Some of my favorite genres for pleasure are historical fiction, legal thrillers, suspense and mysteries books. My life has been filled with different kinds of books though to match whatever was happening at the time...young motherhood, teaching aide, administrative assistant, student, researcher, legal assistant, realtor, writer...
Devotionals with Laura: Laura Ingalls' Favorite Bible Selections, What they meant in her life, What they might mean in yours by Dan L White Devotionals with Laura: Laura Ingalls' Favorite Bible Selections, What they meant in her life, What they might mean in yours by Dan L White March 23, 2011 $7.99 46056 words Sample 5%
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About a quarter century ago, Dan and Margie settled in the Missouri Ozarks, on forty acres, about ten miles up the road from the farm of Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the famous Little House books. There they have lived a peaceful, laid-back, Jubilee like lifestyle, sharing time with God, children and animals. After homeschooling their five children, they began Homeschool Helpers, to try to help other Christian homeschool families by providing activities and encouragement.
(Neo) Revolutionary Messages by Duane Gundrum (Neo) Revolutionary Messages by Duane Gundrum March 23, 2011 $4.99 31582 words Sample 20%
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Duane Gundrum is the author of numerous novels, short stories and articles. His first published book was Innocent Until Proven Guilty, a mystery/suspense novel taking place in the corporate world of Los Angeles. His second book was Thompson's Bounty, a science fiction adventure involving a Coast Guard cutter that is pulled back in time to encounter a rivalry between a swashbuckling pirate and his former commander, an English admiral who will stop at nothing to bring him to justice. Duane currently works in the health care field, creating and maintaining web content for a large hospital system.
WiTHIN You Now! Lose Weight for a Lifetime Self-Therapy by Stacey Hilton-Davis WiTHIN You Now! Lose Weight for a Lifetime Self-Therapy by Stacey Hilton-Davis March 23, 2011 $5.00 15869 words Sample 15%
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After 26 years of being entrenched in the complex world of health care delivery, I am now relaxing, recovering and re-grouping! I have a burning desire to put to good use the enormous amount of insight I gained through years of direct patient care. My goal is to help women and men deal with life's challenges utilizing the psychological power and energy that exists WiTHIN!. My specializations include simplifying the overwhelming tasks of weight management, stress management and personal wellness. My loves include family, friends, tennis, golf, writing, enjoying life, staying fit and keeping things in perspective.
Business Survival & Prosperity Guaranteed by Paul Hurst Business Survival & Prosperity Guaranteed by Paul Hurst March 23, 2011 $2.99 66980 words Sample 20%
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An accidental publisher! Working as a musician and magician, as well as running my own companies providing entertainment for weddings parties and corporate events, I wrote a 'get comfy slow' book (as opposed to 'get rich quick'!) on my own triumphs and failures, File under business or humour. But the experience of hiring someone else to convert the printed book into an electronic one was not an outstanding success, and I ended up having to do a lot of the work myself. I suppose, being a slightly geeky pedantic nit-picker, I was never going to be totally happy not doing it all myself anyway. Fellow authors started asking me to convert their books as well, and I remembered some excellent titles that were out of print so converted those as well. It seemed a shame not to use all that new-found knowledge.
Peace Far Away by Mark Howard Peace Far Away by Mark Howard March 23, 2011 $2.39 12863 words Sample 10%
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Mark Howard lives in the beautiful rolling hills of rural Pennsylvania in the USA. Writing began as a part time distraction, covering the antics of local critters, and the world around him. It was an interesting way of maintaining sanity during the long winters, and had less of an impact on his health than consuming red wine to pass the time. It evolved since then into a passion, allowing him to share experiences he has had around the world, from Africa to Europe, to the USA, and elsewhere. In his latest book he takes a very personal look at a horrific political system which destroyed lives, and considers whether it was not as much a personal choice by many, as it was a political ideology.
How To Write Technical Writing - Your Step-By-Step Guide To Writing Technical Writing Secrets by HowExpert Press How To Write Technical Writing - Your Step-By-Step Guide To Writing Technical Writing Secrets by HowExpert Press March 23, 2011 $9.99 5330 words Sample 10%
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HowExpert.com is a team of everyday experts that create no-fluff, straight to the point, quick guides that gets you fast results. Our mission is to create quick and straight to the point guides that anyone can quickly read to get better results in the fastest time as possible. We create quick reports because we know that many people prefer to get tips quick, fast, and easy compared to digging for it in an overly lengthy book. We don't want to waste your time. We want to get you results. That's it! We want you to get results FAST. That is why we purposely create most of our guides to be short and to the point. In fact, most of our books can be read in an hour or less. In the end, you get a cool 'how to' guide that focuses on ONE thing and ONE thing only. That is to get you results FAST. So if you are looking for a no-fluff, straight to the point guide that will get you real life results in the fastest way without wasting any of your precious time, then get any of our 'how to' guides of your choice. Thank you and we wish you much success in all areas of your life! HowExpert.com Team
How To Immigrate To USA From India - Your Step-By-Step Guide To Immigrating To The US From India by HowExpert Press How To Immigrate To USA From India - Your Step-By-Step Guide To Immigrating To The US From India by HowExpert Press March 23, 2011 $9.99 10439 words Sample 10%
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HowExpert.com is a team of everyday experts that create no-fluff, straight to the point, quick guides that gets you fast results. Our mission is to create quick and straight to the point guides that anyone can quickly read to get better results in the fastest time as possible. We create quick reports because we know that many people prefer to get tips quick, fast, and easy compared to digging for it in an overly lengthy book. We don't want to waste your time. We want to get you results. That's it! We want you to get results FAST. That is why we purposely create most of our guides to be short and to the point. In fact, most of our books can be read in an hour or less. In the end, you get a cool 'how to' guide that focuses on ONE thing and ONE thing only. That is to get you results FAST. So if you are looking for a no-fluff, straight to the point guide that will get you real life results in the fastest way without wasting any of your precious time, then get any of our 'how to' guides of your choice. Thank you and we wish you much success in all areas of your life! HowExpert.com Team
How To Live With Lupus - Your Step-By-Step Guide To Living With Lupus by HowExpert Press How To Live With Lupus - Your Step-By-Step Guide To Living With Lupus by HowExpert Press March 23, 2011 $9.99 7806 words Sample 10%
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HowExpert.com is a team of everyday experts that create no-fluff, straight to the point, quick guides that gets you fast results. Our mission is to create quick and straight to the point guides that anyone can quickly read to get better results in the fastest time as possible. We create quick reports because we know that many people prefer to get tips quick, fast, and easy compared to digging for it in an overly lengthy book. We don't want to waste your time. We want to get you results. That's it! We want you to get results FAST. That is why we purposely create most of our guides to be short and to the point. In fact, most of our books can be read in an hour or less. In the end, you get a cool 'how to' guide that focuses on ONE thing and ONE thing only. That is to get you results FAST. So if you are looking for a no-fluff, straight to the point guide that will get you real life results in the fastest way without wasting any of your precious time, then get any of our 'how to' guides of your choice. Thank you and we wish you much success in all areas of your life! HowExpert.com Team
The Healing Anointing by Randy Tan The Healing Anointing by Randy Tan March 23, 2011 $4.50 19293 words Sample 20%
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In 1996, the call to preach came to my life. "Start preaching and rely fully on the Holy Spirit," like a voice that kept repeating in my spirit. I was puzzled as this was not the ambition in my life. Then the confirmation came. During my sleep, I would dream that I was preaching on the pulpit in different locations to different groups of people. I would crawl out of bed and started weeping because I felt that the people I preached to in my dreams were really hungry for God and many were sick in their bodies and needed His healing anointing. Deep inside me I knew the call was confirmed but where to start and what to do? Then out of the blue, a pastor from a local church invited me to join his mission team to Fiji. I accepted without hesitation. Then another invitation while I was in Fiji. The team did not have enough preachers. Could I preach? Imagine when the first night came, the church rented a stadium for me to preach and already the crowd was over 5,000 people. That night I became a preacher. After this incident, I came back home and read the four gospels and the book of Acts with a new pair of spiritual eyes. I realized that the miracles of healing, signs and wonders were not meant to stop. Two people who did not know my needs gave me $500 each. When I went to the bank to open an account for my new ministry, they told me the minimum amount to open a new account was $1,000. I began to receive invitations from all over Asia and the Pacific region despite the fact that I was not a well known preacher. I was so thankful to God for all those supernatural visitations of the Holy Spirit during all my meetings. We were able to see God’s healing power touching so many lives.
The Perfect Relationship - 10 steps to long-term relationship magic by Astra Niedra The Perfect Relationship - 10 steps to long-term relationship magic by Astra Niedra March 23, 2011 $4.99 15816 words Sample 15%
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Astra Niedra is an internationally respected facilitator and teacher of the personal growth and relationship healing system Voice Dialogue. She writes extensively on relationships and consciousness growth, and is author of the books The Perfect Relationship and Enlightenment Through Motherhood. For many years she wrote the pre-blog email newsletter Daily Voice Dialogue which has been used in teaching institutions worldwide, and she has been Editor of WellBeing magazine. The Perfect Relationship has been endorsed by notable psychotherapists and consciousness teachers Dr Hal Stone and Dr Sidra Stone and by Australia's leading personal growth teacher Michael Rowland. It has been brilliantly reviewed in magazines such as Family Circle and The Sunday Telegraph. Enlightenment Through Motherhood has struck a chord with women worldwide. It has been endorsed by midwife and birth educator Susan Ross, and Dr Sidra Stone says it offers "a new way of thinking about spirituality, of valuing our humanity while living a spirit-infused life". You can read all reviews at www.astraniedra.com
2011 Complete Guide to Spent Nuclear Fuel Pool Risks at Nuclear Power Plants: NRC Reports on Spent Fuel Rods, Zircaloy Fires, Mitigation Measures, Crisis at Japan's TEPCO Fukushima Power Plant by Progressive Management 2011 Complete Guide to Spent Nuclear Fuel Pool Risks at Nuclear Power Plants: NRC Reports on Spent Fuel Rods, Zircaloy Fires, Mitigation Measures, Crisis at Japan's TEPCO Fukushima Power Plant by Progressive Management March 23, 2011 $9.99 66037 words Sample 5%
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Progressive Management: For over a quarter of a century, our news, educational, technical, scientific, and medical publications have made unique and valuable references accessible to all people. Our imprints include PM Medical Health News, Advanced Professional Education and News Service, Auto Racing Analysis, and World Spaceflight News. Many of our publications synthesize official information with original material. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work to uniformly present authoritative knowledge that can be rapidly read, reviewed or searched. Vast archives of important data that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are. The e-book format makes a great reference work and educational tool. There is no other reference book that is as convenient, comprehensive, thoroughly researched, and portable - everything you need to know, from renowned experts you trust. Our e-books put knowledge at your fingertips, and an expert in your pocket!
Secrets of the Professional Freelancer by Bev Walton-Porter Secrets of the Professional Freelancer by Bev Walton-Porter March 23, 2011 $1.99 44517 words Sample 15%
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Bev Walton-Porter (December 17, 1964) is a native of Covington, Virginia. Adopted at the age of six days, Bev's birth name was originally Starlette "Star" Dawn Ferris. She grew up a military dependent, living in Mainz & Mannheim Germany for three years. She has traveled to eight different countries thus far. Bev began writing at age nine and became a published writer before the age of 18. Since then, she has published hundreds of articles and columns, three nonfiction books, two fiction books and one poetry chapbook. Her favorite genres are romance and horror. She lives in the Rocky Mountains with her husband, videographer/illustrator Paul Sninchak, two adult children and a bevy of animals. Bev is the author of Sun Signs for Writers (2006), Secrets of the Professional Freelancer (2004), Shadows of the Soul (2004) and co-author of The Complete Writer: A Guide To Tapping Your Full Potential (2005). She also writes romance under the pen name of Star Ferris. Her published romance books are Mending Fences (2006) and Hidden Fire (2009). In her spare time, Bev is a paranormal investigator. She is the founder and co-team lead for Colorado Springs Paranormal Association (C.S.P.A.)
Help2Ski by David Mayman Help2Ski by David Mayman March 23, 2011 $4.95 5223 words Sample 40%
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Hi I am a keen ski enthusiast so much so that 6 years ago I took up teaching on part time basis. This book represents my experience and lesson structure which has served me well. Each client in my lessons goes through what you are reading and comfortably. I am married with 2 boys my main job is a Business Analyst which has served me well in writing this book. Other interests are Golf, walking, films and spending family time together.
Sex, Drugs & Being an Escort by Ashly Lorenzana Sex, Drugs & Being an Escort by Ashly Lorenzana March 23, 2011 $4.99 118831 words Sample 10%
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My name is Ashly and for the past several years I have worked as a female escort. I started out by advertising in the now extinct Craig's List "erotic services" section. Having lived with my grandparents for most of my childhood, moving to Portland from the Oregon Coast gave me a chance to spend some time with my mother. Like her, I'm a drug addict with a decided preference for crystal meth or "uppers" in general. In an odd and unexpected way, it was our addictions that brought us "together." It always seemed to be a man that ended up forcing us apart again. Many new experiences were waiting for me in Portland, some of which I would never have imagined. Moving to Portland is where it all started. This book is a scattered personal journal chronicling the last several years of my very unconventional life.
C-Section: How to Avoid, Prepare for and Recover from Your Cesarean by Mark Zakowski MD C-Section: How to Avoid, Prepare for and Recover from Your Cesarean by Mark Zakowski MD March 22, 2011 $9.99 52520 words Sample 20%
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About the Author: Mark Zakowski, M.D. is America’s #1 expert on cesarean sections. He has been Chief of Obstetric Anesthesiology for major American hospitals for over 21 years, during which time he personally helped more than 24,000 women giving birth, and has been in charge of over 115,527 deliveries – more babies than the population of Berkeley, CA! Dr. Zakowski is committed to helping women improve their birthing experiences with education, choice, and safety. He is a featured national and international speaker on neurologic complications, heart disease in pregnancy, and anesthesia during pregnancy, to name a few. Dr. Zakowski advocates for women’s health within the medical community through his work on numerous committees, including having served on the Board of Directors for the California Society of Anesthesiologists and the national Society of Obstetric Anesthesiology and Perinatology. Dr. Zakowski developed the Safe Baby System for women and their babies. More information available at www.SafeBabySystem.com