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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Head basketball coach of Notre Dame at age 29, a position he held for more than two decades with a 100 percent graduation rate, an attention-getting figure in President George H. W. Bushs anti-drug program, part-time ambassador, a nationally adored ESPN commentator, and a possible Presidential candidate, Richard Digger Phelps has done it all. Undertakers Son is an eminently readable, inspirational, account of how he rose from an unmotivated student in small-town Beacon, New York, to a nationally known figure who attracts attention wherever he goes. One lesson: Do it today, for tomorrow might not comea hard lesson he learned while apprenticing at his fathers funeral home. In Undertakers Son, the irrepressible Phelps gives advice that really matters, whether its how to get getting ahead in business, make the right decision, or plan for the future. Here also is Phelpss plan for a better America in these contentious times. Brutally honest, inspirational and often humorous, Phelpss message will appeal to anyone seeking an edge in business or life.This is the perfect gift for anyone who loves a turnaround story. Undertakers Son is an eminently readable, inspirational, account of how he rose from an unmotivated student in small-town Beacon, New York, to a nationally known figure who attracts attention wherever he goes. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A roadmap for hip city-dwellers to lose weight and look greatwithout giving up their lifestyles How can you stick to your diet in a 24-hour-a-day, high-voltage city? Many turn to one of Americas most sought-after dieticians, Danielle Schupp, who has long counseled her A-list clients into their skinny jeans. Now, with Urban Skinny, she puts the same tools into the hands of anyone, anywhere, who lives a life on the go. The science behind her plan is simple: calories in, calories out. But its the strategy that makes it happenand thats what this book is all about. Schupp explains how to budget calories like budgeting money, with a savings account for the occasional splurge on truffle fries or Bordeaux. With Urban Skinny, she helps readers fit their diets into their lives, not vice-versa. * Urban Myth: Fat makes you fat.Urban Skinny: Fat, fortunately, is great. It actually helps you loseweight because it makes meals more satisfying and keeps you full longer.Include a little fat in every meal. A tablespoon of olive oil or a tablespoonof peanut butter is only about 100 calories. Why eat dry toast or saladwith just vinegar if you dont have to? * Urban Skinny RulesLearn em, Live em! Breakfast is NON-NEGOTIABLE. Eat it every dayno excuses. Order salad dressing on the side forever more. Always. Smaller portions make smaller people. Enjoy dips, hummus, or fonduebut dip, dont dunk. Sip, dont slug, your alcohol. Dont drink your calorieswouldnt you rather eat an apple than drink juice? If you have wine with dinner, skip the bread, rice, or other starch. Get friendly with nonstick spray if you happen to catch yourself cooking athomealways use it. Be consistent, not perfect. Get your butt off the couch and exercise. A roadmap for hip city-dwellers to lose weight and look greatwithout giving up their lifestyles. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Revealing where the real conflict lies in a relationshipand resolving it* Breaking the Argument Cycle is a book for all those whove ever found themselves arguing with their significant other, again and again, about money, sex, or even a seemingly trivial topicwhen, at its core, the conflict is about something completely different. A longtime marriage and family therapist, Sharon Rivkin has helped hundreds of couples fix their relationships by understanding why they fight. Here, she shows how anyone can use the tools of therapy to break the cycle of destructive fightingnamely, by resolving the core issues of early arguments, which have their roots in childhood and get repeated over time. Presenting real-life stories and easy exercises, Rivkin sets forth a simple, three-step processPeel, Reveal, Healto empower couples to identify and then resolve their core issues themselves, shedding light on what theyre really arguing about. This is then followed up with healing exercises. By thus breaking the argument cycle, confusion and chaos turn into clarity and healingand everyone can learn how and why they get hooked into an argument, how to unhook, and how to develop lasting tools to turn conflict into intimacy . . . even after years of fighting. Sound familiar? Breaking the Argument Cycle is a book for all those who've ever found themselves arguing with their significant other, again and again, about money, sex, or even a seemingly trivial topicwhen, at its core, the conflict is about something completely different. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Hollander, Nicole (illustrator). Paperback. The essential guide to producing a dream weddingat tax-deductible costs. Some 2.4 million weddings occur annually in the United States, with $29,327 being the average bill. While the numbers may vary considerably, there is one almost universal truth (regardless of how the economy is faring): pre-wedding finances look very different than post-wedding finances. Indeed, many couples go into long-term debt, turning wedding bliss can turn into marriage blues faster than a bride can throw back her bouquet. But this neednt be the case. In The Tax-Deductible Wedding, Sabrina Rivers provides practical advice for producing a dream wedding the tax-deductible way. Most people are not aware, for example, that a wedding or reception held at a museum or national park can mean a big tax deduction. Or that they can seek sponsors (really!). Rivers not only discusses the how-tos, but also gently guides readers through the entire processand even includes a section on tax-deductible honeymoons! Replete with tips, anecdotes, Q&A sessions, checklists, resources, and more for todays cost-conscious wedding planners, The Tax-Deductible Wedding is one resource no couple can afford to be without. Topics include: * What is a tax-deductible wedding? * Finding a sponsor * The beauty of bartering * The eco-friendly wedding * The tax-deductible honeymoon * Success stories of real couples Practical advice for producing your dream wedding at tax-deductible costs. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. As nest eggs shrink, parents are moving in with their adult children and grandchildren in record numbers. Similarly, with jobs scarce and unemployment high, more and more adult children, be they recent college grads (77% of them in 2009) or on their own for a while, are returning home to their parents. Under One Roof Again squarely addresses the inevitable and sensitive issuesfrom money matters to boundariesthat arise when formerly parent-child relationships become adult-adult ones. Drawing on her own research with family members already living together and on academic studies, social psychologist Susan Newman, a leading authority in the family relationship and parenting fields, provides solid advice for avoiding the snags and building stronger family ties when family members rejoin each other for long or short time periods. Under One Roof Again squarely addresses the inevitable and sensitive issues--from money matters to boundaries--that arise when formerly parent-child relationships become adult-adult ones. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st. 272 pages, 8 pages of plates, illustrations (some colour); 24 cm. Tight, clean copy. Dust jacket protected in a mylar cover. A fine copy of the first printing. "In a career that spans over seven decades, Roger Moore has been at the very heart of Hollywood. Of course, he's an actor and has starred in films that have made him famous the world over; but he's also a tremendous prankster, joker and raconteur. Despite the fact that he is well known as one of the nicest guys in the business, on and off the screen he has always been up for some fun. In this fabulous collection of true stories from his stellar career, Moore lifts the lid on the movie business, from Hollywood to Pinewood. One Lucky Bastard features outrageous tales from his own life and career as well as those told to him by a host of stars and filmmakers including, Tony Curtis, Sean Connery, Michael Caine, David Niven, Frank Sinatra, Gregory Peck, John Mills, Peter Sellers, Michael Winner, Cubby Broccoli, and many more. Wonderfully entertaining and laugh-out-loud funny, these extraordinary tales from the world of the movies is vintage Moore at his very best." - Publisher. Size: 8vo. Collectible.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A top Hollywood party planner on how to design a wide range of fabulous fetes Jes Gordon knows that girls just want to have fun. In Party Like A Rock Star, she shows them how. Gordona party-planner extraordinaire who has helmed events for the likes of Madonna, Barbra Streisand, Nicolas Cage, and Jennifer Lopezpresents a fun, comprehensive guide to event planning that reveals her tried-and-true secrets, culled over twenty years in the biz. With color photos throughout, but with step-by-step details that make the book much more than another impossibly perfect photo shoot, Gordon shows readers exactly how to create a unique event, one that reflects their own personalities and individual aesthetics. This hip, easy-to-follow guide will transform anyones approach to entertainingfrom birthday parties to baby showers to anniversaries. Topics include: *Creating a concept for any partya concept that reflects you *How to budgetfrom a small soiree to a big bash *Stocking a home bar and whipping up smart cocktails *Whetting guests appetiteswith insider secrets from chefs *Being a flawless hostor guest *Etiquette guidelines and gift ideas *How to produce a party from beginning to endcolorful case studies and detailed instructions A comprehensive, user-friendly guide from one of the most successful and connected party planners in the country, this book will give readers the behind-the-scenes tools they need to design a wide range of events -- from birthday parties to baby showers to anniversaries -- that reflects their personality and individual aesthetic. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A roadmap for hip city-dwellers to lose weight and look greatwithout giving up their lifestyles How can you stick to your diet in a 24-hour-a-day, high-voltage city? Many turn to one of Americas most sought-after dieticians, Danielle Schupp, who has long counseled her A-list clients into their skinny jeans. Now, with Urban Skinny, she puts the same tools into the hands of anyone, anywhere, who lives a life on the go. The science behind her plan is simple: calories in, calories out. But its the strategy that makes it happenand thats what this book is all about. Schupp explains how to budget calories like budgeting money, with a savings account for the occasional splurge on truffle fries or Bordeaux. With Urban Skinny, she helps readers fit their diets into their lives, not vice-versa. * Urban Myth: Fat makes you fat.Urban Skinny: Fat, fortunately, is great. It actually helps you loseweight because it makes meals more satisfying and keeps you full longer.Include a little fat in every meal. A tablespoon of olive oil or a tablespoonof peanut butter is only about 100 calories. Why eat dry toast or saladwith just vinegar if you dont have to? * Urban Skinny RulesLearn em, Live em! Breakfast is NON-NEGOTIABLE. Eat it every dayno excuses. Order salad dressing on the side forever more. Always. Smaller portions make smaller people. Enjoy dips, hummus, or fonduebut dip, dont dunk. Sip, dont slug, your alcohol. Dont drink your calorieswouldnt you rather eat an apple than drink juice? If you have wine with dinner, skip the bread, rice, or other starch. Get friendly with nonstick spray if you happen to catch yourself cooking athomealways use it. Be consistent, not perfect. Get your butt off the couch and exercise. A roadmap for hip city-dwellers to lose weight and look greatwithout giving up their lifestyles. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Head basketball coach of Notre Dame at age 29, a position he held for more than two decades with a 100 percent graduation rate, an attention-getting figure in President George H. W. Bushs anti-drug program, part-time ambassador, a nationally adored ESPN commentator, and a possible Presidential candidate, Richard Digger Phelps has done it all. Undertakers Son is an eminently readable, inspirational, account of how he rose from an unmotivated student in small-town Beacon, New York, to a nationally known figure who attracts attention wherever he goes. One lesson: Do it today, for tomorrow might not comea hard lesson he learned while apprenticing at his fathers funeral home. In Undertakers Son, the irrepressible Phelps gives advice that really matters, whether its how to get getting ahead in business, make the right decision, or plan for the future. Here also is Phelpss plan for a better America in these contentious times. Brutally honest, inspirational and often humorous, Phelpss message will appeal to anyone seeking an edge in business or life.This is the perfect gift for anyone who loves a turnaround story. Undertakers Son is an eminently readable, inspirational, account of how he rose from an unmotivated student in small-town Beacon, New York, to a nationally known figure who attracts attention wherever he goes. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. As nest eggs shrink, parents are moving in with their adult children and grandchildren in record numbers. Similarly, with jobs scarce and unemployment high, more and more adult children, be they recent college grads (77% of them in 2009) or on their own for a while, are returning home to their parents. Under One Roof Again squarely addresses the inevitable and sensitive issuesfrom money matters to boundariesthat arise when formerly parent-child relationships become adult-adult ones. Drawing on her own research with family members already living together and on academic studies, social psychologist Susan Newman, a leading authority in the family relationship and parenting fields, provides solid advice for avoiding the snags and building stronger family ties when family members rejoin each other for long or short time periods. Under One Roof Again squarely addresses the inevitable and sensitive issues--from money matters to boundaries--that arise when formerly parent-child relationships become adult-adult ones. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Hollander, Nicole (illustrator). Paperback. The essential guide to producing a dream weddingat tax-deductible costs. Some 2.4 million weddings occur annually in the United States, with $29,327 being the average bill. While the numbers may vary considerably, there is one almost universal truth (regardless of how the economy is faring): pre-wedding finances look very different than post-wedding finances. Indeed, many couples go into long-term debt, turning wedding bliss can turn into marriage blues faster than a bride can throw back her bouquet. But this neednt be the case. In The Tax-Deductible Wedding, Sabrina Rivers provides practical advice for producing a dream wedding the tax-deductible way. Most people are not aware, for example, that a wedding or reception held at a museum or national park can mean a big tax deduction. Or that they can seek sponsors (really!). Rivers not only discusses the how-tos, but also gently guides readers through the entire processand even includes a section on tax-deductible honeymoons! Replete with tips, anecdotes, Q&A sessions, checklists, resources, and more for todays cost-conscious wedding planners, The Tax-Deductible Wedding is one resource no couple can afford to be without. Topics include: * What is a tax-deductible wedding? * Finding a sponsor * The beauty of bartering * The eco-friendly wedding * The tax-deductible honeymoon * Success stories of real couples Practical advice for producing your dream wedding at tax-deductible costs. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A top Hollywood party planner on how to design a wide range of fabulous fetes Jes Gordon knows that girls just want to have fun. In Party Like A Rock Star, she shows them how. Gordona party-planner extraordinaire who has helmed events for the likes of Madonna, Barbra Streisand, Nicolas Cage, and Jennifer Lopezpresents a fun, comprehensive guide to event planning that reveals her tried-and-true secrets, culled over twenty years in the biz. With color photos throughout, but with step-by-step details that make the book much more than another impossibly perfect photo shoot, Gordon shows readers exactly how to create a unique event, one that reflects their own personalities and individual aesthetics. This hip, easy-to-follow guide will transform anyones approach to entertainingfrom birthday parties to baby showers to anniversaries. Topics include: *Creating a concept for any partya concept that reflects you *How to budgetfrom a small soiree to a big bash *Stocking a home bar and whipping up smart cocktails *Whetting guests appetiteswith insider secrets from chefs *Being a flawless hostor guest *Etiquette guidelines and gift ideas *How to produce a party from beginning to endcolorful case studies and detailed instructions A comprehensive, user-friendly guide from one of the most successful and connected party planners in the country, this book will give readers the behind-the-scenes tools they need to design a wide range of events -- from birthday parties to baby showers to anniversaries -- that reflects their personality and individual aesthetic. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A roadmap for hip city-dwellers to lose weight and look greatwithout giving up their lifestyles How can you stick to your diet in a 24-hour-a-day, high-voltage city? Many turn to one of Americas most sought-after dieticians, Danielle Schupp, who has long counseled her A-list clients into their skinny jeans. Now, with Urban Skinny, she puts the same tools into the hands of anyone, anywhere, who lives a life on the go. The science behind her plan is simple: calories in, calories out. But its the strategy that makes it happenand thats what this book is all about. Schupp explains how to budget calories like budgeting money, with a savings account for the occasional splurge on truffle fries or Bordeaux. With Urban Skinny, she helps readers fit their diets into their lives, not vice-versa. * Urban Myth: Fat makes you fat.Urban Skinny: Fat, fortunately, is great. It actually helps you loseweight because it makes meals more satisfying and keeps you full longer.Include a little fat in every meal. A tablespoon of olive oil or a tablespoonof peanut butter is only about 100 calories. Why eat dry toast or saladwith just vinegar if you dont have to? * Urban Skinny RulesLearn em, Live em! Breakfast is NON-NEGOTIABLE. Eat it every dayno excuses. Order salad dressing on the side forever more. Always. Smaller portions make smaller people. Enjoy dips, hummus, or fonduebut dip, dont dunk. Sip, dont slug, your alcohol. Dont drink your calorieswouldnt you rather eat an apple than drink juice? If you have wine with dinner, skip the bread, rice, or other starch. Get friendly with nonstick spray if you happen to catch yourself cooking athomealways use it. Be consistent, not perfect. Get your butt off the couch and exercise. A roadmap for hip city-dwellers to lose weight and look greatwithout giving up their lifestyles. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Head basketball coach of Notre Dame at age 29, a position he held for more than two decades with a 100 percent graduation rate, an attention-getting figure in President George H. W. Bushs anti-drug program, part-time ambassador, a nationally adored ESPN commentator, and a possible Presidential candidate, Richard Digger Phelps has done it all. Undertakers Son is an eminently readable, inspirational, account of how he rose from an unmotivated student in small-town Beacon, New York, to a nationally known figure who attracts attention wherever he goes. One lesson: Do it today, for tomorrow might not comea hard lesson he learned while apprenticing at his fathers funeral home. In Undertakers Son, the irrepressible Phelps gives advice that really matters, whether its how to get getting ahead in business, make the right decision, or plan for the future. Here also is Phelpss plan for a better America in these contentious times. Brutally honest, inspirational and often humorous, Phelpss message will appeal to anyone seeking an edge in business or life.This is the perfect gift for anyone who loves a turnaround story. Undertakers Son is an eminently readable, inspirational, account of how he rose from an unmotivated student in small-town Beacon, New York, to a nationally known figure who attracts attention wherever he goes. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Hollander, Nicole (illustrator). Paperback. The essential guide to producing a dream weddingat tax-deductible costs. Some 2.4 million weddings occur annually in the United States, with $29,327 being the average bill. While the numbers may vary considerably, there is one almost universal truth (regardless of how the economy is faring): pre-wedding finances look very different than post-wedding finances. Indeed, many couples go into long-term debt, turning wedding bliss can turn into marriage blues faster than a bride can throw back her bouquet. But this neednt be the case. In The Tax-Deductible Wedding, Sabrina Rivers provides practical advice for producing a dream wedding the tax-deductible way. Most people are not aware, for example, that a wedding or reception held at a museum or national park can mean a big tax deduction. Or that they can seek sponsors (really!). Rivers not only discusses the how-tos, but also gently guides readers through the entire processand even includes a section on tax-deductible honeymoons! Replete with tips, anecdotes, Q&A sessions, checklists, resources, and more for todays cost-conscious wedding planners, The Tax-Deductible Wedding is one resource no couple can afford to be without. Topics include: * What is a tax-deductible wedding? * Finding a sponsor * The beauty of bartering * The eco-friendly wedding * The tax-deductible honeymoon * Success stories of real couples Practical advice for producing your dream wedding at tax-deductible costs. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. As nest eggs shrink, parents are moving in with their adult children and grandchildren in record numbers. Similarly, with jobs scarce and unemployment high, more and more adult children, be they recent college grads (77% of them in 2009) or on their own for a while, are returning home to their parents. Under One Roof Again squarely addresses the inevitable and sensitive issuesfrom money matters to boundariesthat arise when formerly parent-child relationships become adult-adult ones. Drawing on her own research with family members already living together and on academic studies, social psychologist Susan Newman, a leading authority in the family relationship and parenting fields, provides solid advice for avoiding the snags and building stronger family ties when family members rejoin each other for long or short time periods. Under One Roof Again squarely addresses the inevitable and sensitive issues--from money matters to boundaries--that arise when formerly parent-child relationships become adult-adult ones. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A top Hollywood party planner on how to design a wide range of fabulous fetes Jes Gordon knows that girls just want to have fun. In Party Like A Rock Star, she shows them how. Gordona party-planner extraordinaire who has helmed events for the likes of Madonna, Barbra Streisand, Nicolas Cage, and Jennifer Lopezpresents a fun, comprehensive guide to event planning that reveals her tried-and-true secrets, culled over twenty years in the biz. With color photos throughout, but with step-by-step details that make the book much more than another impossibly perfect photo shoot, Gordon shows readers exactly how to create a unique event, one that reflects their own personalities and individual aesthetics. This hip, easy-to-follow guide will transform anyones approach to entertainingfrom birthday parties to baby showers to anniversaries. Topics include: *Creating a concept for any partya concept that reflects you *How to budgetfrom a small soiree to a big bash *Stocking a home bar and whipping up smart cocktails *Whetting guests appetiteswith insider secrets from chefs *Being a flawless hostor guest *Etiquette guidelines and gift ideas *How to produce a party from beginning to endcolorful case studies and detailed instructions A comprehensive, user-friendly guide from one of the most successful and connected party planners in the country, this book will give readers the behind-the-scenes tools they need to design a wide range of events -- from birthday parties to baby showers to anniversaries -- that reflects their personality and individual aesthetic. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.