New Releases by Jenny Wood

Die Ewigkeit kann lang sein, wenn man nicht mehr angebetet wird. Als vergessener, ägyptischer Totengott hat Mafed kein Problem mit dem Sterben. Gut, dass er seine verbliebenen Fähigkeiten als Rechtsmediziner beim NYPD einsetzen kann. Nur Detective Ian Barnell kennt sein Geheimnis. Im Metropolitan Museum of Arts wird ein Sicherheitsbeamter ermordet – ausgerechnet in der ägyptischen Abteilung. Handelt es sich dabei um einen missglückten Raub oder steckt mehr dahinter? Als dann auch noch eine alte Freundin von Mafed auftaucht, gerät seine Welt ins Wanken, und plötzlich muss er sich einer Vergangenheit stellen, mit der er glaubte, längst abgeschlossen zu haben.

''Extraordinary'' Kim Scott, bestselling author of Radical Candor You know where you want to go. You know you have it within you. You just need the courage to do it. As a former Google executive and top career coach who chased an attractive stranger off the train and later married him, Jenny Wood knows her way around courage. In this book, Wood shatters conventional wisdom about achieving your goals. She gives you permission to ditch your fear and chase after what you want, unapologetically. Wood reclaims nine traits from their negative shackles and teaches you how to apply them in a savvy and compassionate way to supercharge your success, whether you''re trying to snag a promotion, launch a company or land a life-changing deal. Wild Courage will teach you how to be: Weird: Win as you or lose as ''who?''. Selfish: Be your own champion. Shameless: Beat impostor syndrome and self-promote with ease. Obsessed: Push, persist and perform at your highest level. Nosy: Get curious to network confidently and learn from others. Manipulative: Build influence with empathy and manage up like a pro. Brutal: Draw lines and stick to them. Embrace the power of no. Reckless: Err on the side of action and take healthy risks. Bossy: Steer others to success, even if you''re not in charge yet. Wild Courage coaches you to smash through your fear of discomfort, failure and the judgement of others, to embrace your boldest self in pursuit of what you want. ''A fresh, fearless approach to achieving your goals. This book is both a guide and a cheerleader for anyone on a mission to make things happen'' Gretchen Rubin, bestselling author of The Happiness Project

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A bold, empowering, and energizing guide to embracing your ambition and chasing after what you want from an executive who spent nearly two decades climbing the ranks at Google. "Extraordinary." -Kim Scott "It''s about pushing past fear and daring to be yourself." -Dan Pink What if the traits you need to get ahead are the exact opposite of what you’ve been told? To be successful you need to be Weird, Selfish, Shameless, Obsessed, Nosy, Manipulative, Brutal, Reckless, and Bossy. And that takes courage. As a former Google leader and top career coach who chased an attractive stranger off the subway and later married him, Jenny Wood knows her way around courage. In this book, Wood shatters conventional wisdom about achieving your goals. She gives you permission to ditch your fear and chase after what you want, unapologetically. Wood reclaims nine traits from their negative shackles and teaches you how to apply them in a savvy and sane way to supercharge your success, whether you’re trying to impress your new boss, snag a stretch promotion, or land a life-changing deal. Wild Courage will teach you how to be: Weird: Win as you or lose as “who?” Selfish: Be your own champion. Shameless: Kick impostor syndrome to the curb and self-promote with ease. Obsessed: Push, persist, and perform at your highest level. Nosy: Get curious to network confidently and learn from others. Manipulative: Build influence with empathy and manage up like a pro. Brutal: Draw lines and stick to them. Embrace the power of no. Reckless: Err on the side of action and take healthy risks. Bossy: Steer others to success, even if you’re not in charge yet. Wild Courage coaches you to smash through your fear of discomfort, failure, and the judgement of others, to embrace your boldest self in pursuit of what you want. To be successful, you need to have courage. Wild amounts of it.

Get ready to find your inner awesome! Don''t be afraid if you have never drawn in your life. This book is designed for all levels of skill and previous experience. Jenny is a certified Monart® teacher who has developed alternative drawing concepts that are not traditional in Australian drawing methods. She is a qualified teacher in adult learning environments and applies her knowledge of how adults learn, to her passion for creativity and thinking outside the square.Jenny encourages drawing for ''process'', rather than outcome. By completing the lab exercises in sequence, readers with find a new means to relax and unwind while creating beautiful artwork and building confidence.

The boys are back with all new hope and heartbreak.Kevin Chase is a family services attorney in his tiny Massachusetts town. Content with his life as a loner, he does his bit to help families have a better life, because he, himself, didn''t have a great one. Awkward at times and painfully shy, he doesn''t quite know what to do with himself when he catches the eye of fire inspector and all-around great guy, Lane Bennett.Lane Bennett is his community''s only fire inspector and chief firefighter in Edgartown, Mass. Being around all his loved up friends and their partners, he can''t help but still be a little bit bitter. He did catch his ex-fiance in bed with another man, after all, only two weeks before their wedding. When Lane sets his sights on the painfully shy and timid man, all of the hurt and betrayal are seemingly forgotten. Unfortunately, just when he makes his move, his gypsy-souled sister comes back around, and she''s got a secret. A life-changing one. Will Kevin and Lane stick together and give each other the type of love they''ve both been missing out on, or is the timing all wrong to start something new? This book contains strong language, adult content, and situations that may not be suitable for young readers. It is a m/m romance with a happily ever after and no cliffhanger.

Trash und Tentakel, Lovecraft und Liebesspiele, Künstler und Kranke, Hentai, Horror und Halluzinationen, Alkohol und Atemnot, Weltraum und Wahnsinn, Biker, Bienen und Bordelle – all das versammelt und tummelt sich auch in der zweiten Inkarnation unserer völlig durchgeknallten Tentakelporn-Anthologie, denn die beteiligten Autorinnen und Autoren sind allesamt irre. Irre einfallsreich, irre versaut oder düster oder beides, irre mutig und irre wunderbar. Lückenfüller 2 – Jetzt noch abgrundtiefer!

Every Friday, evening, just around closing time; is the highlight of my week. Gage Conner: Police officer, 6''3, 235lbs, green eyes, black hair, and an organ donor.He comes through my line, with his charming smile and massive chest and asks to cash his check. I''m just a bank teller, Briyana Smith - formerly Brian Ashley.With too many loans, no family to speak of, and a massive crush on our local boy in blue.He''d never give me the time of day if he knew ALL there was to know about me. Cosmetically, and socially, I''m Briyana Smith, but, biologically and medically, I''m still Brian Ashley. He doesn''t give up, and I just cannot tell.... so, where do we go from there?A liquor store robbery, the death of a parent, and a big ol'' secret, just waiting to come out. What could possibly go wrong?. What if it could possibly, go right?

Cake Business is a blank cookbook/recipe book, organize your records and notes and keep them safe. Cake Business is an ideal gift for cooks and bakers. Starting a Cake Business? Use Cake Business to gather your ideas and create a Cake Business Plan. Includes 160 lined pages.

Warnung! Kann Spuren von Sex, Gewalt und Feenstaub enthalten!,,Was machen flauschige M�rchenfiguren in der Unterwelt? Sie beherrschen sie nat�rlich!" - Lora liest In Saint Falls hat das Verbrechen einen Namen: den des gro�en, b�sen Wolfs. Die Kriminalit�t h�lt die Stadt fest im Griff. Polizisten haben l�ngere Finger als die, die sie hinter Gitter bringen, die legend�ren Stra�enrennen von Hase und Igel fordern regelm��ig Tote und sogar Erstgeborene werden gegen eine arrangierte Hochzeit in die Oberschicht eingetauscht.Wolfs Syndikat thront �ber all dem. Seine dunkle Fee versorgt die Dealer mit dem besten Schnee von Miss H. und macht dabei auch vor Rose, der Tochter des B�rgermeisters, nicht halt. W�hrenddessen bezirzen die Prinzessinnen ihre Freier in Wolfs Stripclub, dem Happy End, unter ihnen ein ganz besonderes M�dchen mit einem roten Cape.Doch Wolf ist nicht der Einzige, der die Unterwelt sein Eigen nennen will: Beast gewinnt mehr und mehr an Einfluss. Als ein m�chtiges Drachenei auftaucht, das sowohl Beast als auch Wolf in die Finger bekommen wollen, steht der Krieg zwischen den beiden Gangsterbossen unmittelbar bevor ...Die Geschichte von Saint Falls'' Unterwelt in 19 M�rchenadaptionenWer M�rchen mag und wem Neuerz�hlungen im Gangsterstil gefallen, sollte hier zugreifen und sich in die Welt von Saint Falls entf�hren lassen. Es ist wie eine gute Serie: Man kann nicht mehr aufh�ren und will einfach mehr! - MadameMelli

Two people who live in an old farmhouse in Snozfield, Australia, are very confused. Papa Smith keeps losing things and Mama Smith can''t find them either... but she does a lot of sneezing while she is looking for them. A cheeky visitor is the culprit who is discovered in the end. This is a funny rhyming story for pre-schoolers full of loud sneezes and captivating illustrations. The story is based on a true one although it is highly exaggerated. No characters depicted in this book resemble real people... well let''s hope not.

Whether the reader is single or attached, shy in the sack or bold in bed, "Orgasm Every Day Every Way Every Time" will guide her into a world of earth-shattering orgasms. Fun, friendly and unabashed, this titillating book is crammed with practical pointers and sensual suggestions. "Orgasm Every Day Every Way Every Time" dishes up everything from fantastic foreplay tips and mind-blowing masturbation techniques to orgasm-inducing intercourse positions and creative new ways to reach that peak of ecstasy. With expert advice, hands-on hints, and informative quizzes and exercises, it is truly a modern woman''s guide to vamping up her sex life.

Easy-preparation recipes and kitchen shortcuts are presented by the owner of Jenny''s Country Kitchen, which sells coffee creamers, baking mixes, and mochas worldwide. Included are recipes from her early days selling at farmers'' markets.

A direct and personal introduction to the cultures and customs of some of the world''s major religions with a simple, easy-to-follow text and illustrated with specially-commissioned colour photography. Each book covers a different culture, and features a ''facts'' section plus a glossary and index. Sikh - A close-up look at Sikh culture, focusing on beliefs and lifestyle.

A direct and personal introduction to the cultures and customs of some of the world''s major religions with a simple, easy-to-follow text and illustrated with specially-commissioned colour photography. Each book covers a different culture, and features a ''facts'' section plus a glossary and index. Buddhist - A portrait of Buddhist culture, with a look at food, festivals and lifestyle.

This volume combines dramatic photographs and illustrations with a multitude of facts, anecdotes, stories and activities to offer an introduction to the wonders of the natural world. Divided into four comprehensive sections covering key curriculum topics, the book provides a fascinating way for children to learn about the world they inhabit. Each topic is introduced in a clear, explanatory way, and simple activities and experiments to be carried out at home are featured.

All types of wild, exotic creatures come to life in this informative book with vibrant illustrations. Young readers can travel all over the globe, learning about animals, and when they''re done, test their knowledge in a fun quiz. Includes maps of foreign lands that animals call home.

A beautifully illustrated retelling of the story of Easter, suitable for under-8s.

A beautifully illustrated retelling of the story of Jonah, suitable for under-8s.

A beautifully illustrated retelling of the story of Moses, from Exodus 2, suitable for under-8s.