Best Selling Books by Michael Richards

Larry Martin is a struggling graduate student in architecture school in the late 1990s. The stress of the program has exasperated his anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder and he notices his stress-induced dreams have been coming to fruition. When one dream about the destruction of Earth due to a cataclysmic meteor collision disturbs him, Larry seeks the advice from a former professor who recommends Larry talks to a specialist in paranormal psychology. She convinces Larry to inject an experimental microchip in his head that enables real-time monitoring of his dreams. They find they can manipulate the dreams to alter past, present, and future events. They also discover other "Dream Makers" employed by the government and who are using their powers to aid a corrupt president named Beaumont. Larry develops a romantic connection and the two have several experiences and eventually realize that their choices affect the survival of humanity and the future of the planet.

Outsider artists live on the margins of the art community, but they are not failed insiders or "wannabes". They are determined individualists, who paint with passionate intensity and honesty about the world they know, and they care nothing for the commercial art market and gallery system. Author Michael Richards explores Outsider Art through the work and philosophy of an extraordinary Australian painter, George Morant, a self-taught artist who began painting while mining opal at Lightning Ridge in outback New South Wales in the 1960s. Since then Morant has created hundreds of typically big bold bravura compositions and held almost twenty solo exhibitions. Many of his most audacious and savagely satirical paintings are held in private and corporate collections around the world, and he is represented in the Australian National Gallery with a highly controversial work on the theme of Aboriginal deaths in custody. This book presents a brief outline of the life and work of this enigmatic and reclusive artist, along with reproductions of some of Morantâ__s most iconic and iconoclastic paintings, and explains why Outsider Art and Outsiders are so important and what we learn from them. Have a look at some of the beautiful artwork of George Morant here.

Say goodbye to social anxiety: Master the art of confident communication and build meaningful relationships with anyone Do you wish that you could have clear and genuine conversations with the people around you but start to doubt yourself before you begin? Maybe you worry that you''ll feel tongue-tied, awkward, or anxious or that you''ll say the wrong thing and offend someone. Perhaps you''ve struggled to keep a conversation going in the past, and it left you feeling embarrassed and disconnected, and you don''t want to feel that way again. If any of these problems sound familiar, you''re not alone. Countless people, just like you, struggle with communication apprehension every day. And if you''re here, reading this, you know that communication is important. In fact, almost all aspects of our lives revolve around it, and it sometimes can be that deciding factor that determines the fate of our different relationships. Take, for example, those who communicate effectively in the workplace - they may see as much as a 25% increase in their productivity. Another study found that effective communication in relationships increased the happiness of couples. Therefore, it''s critical to understand how to engage in healthy communication and how you can adjust your communication styles as necessary, depending on what the situation calls for. In this comprehensive guide, you will gain the knowledge and tools you need to overcome the most common communication obstacles. Inside, you''ll discover... How to conquer the crippling self-doubt and impostor syndrome that keeps you from expressing yourself with confidence and clarity. Practical techniques for mastering your body language, tone, and demeanor, so you can project confidence, warmth, and approachability even when you''re feeling nervous or insecure. The secrets to starting conversations and keeping them going, so you can build rapport, find common ground, and deepen your relationships with others. What to say for filling silences - including tips on using humor and asking engaging questions that keep conversations flowing smoothly. How you can gracefully exit conversations when the time is right, without awkwardness or discomfort. How you can handle unexpected challenges like misunderstandings, disagreements, or difficult people...without losing your cool. Ways to achieve greater success in your personal and professional life by unlocking the power of communication to build stronger relationships, make a greater impact, and achieve your goals. And much more! This book offers practical advice, real-world examples, and step-by-step guidance, so you can master the art of confident communication in no time.

Simon Quinn may be short, but he casts a tall shadow. Standing only three-and-a-half feet tall, he has risen above his lifelong struggles with dwarfism, and has become a legend in his own time. A world renowned sculptor, Simon has created works for celebrities and royalty the world over. He had no intention of becoming a detective, until his world was shattered by the horribly brutal murder of his fiancee. When local police are unable to find the killer, Simon becomes determined to track him down. He uses his unique size and talent for squeezing in tight spaces to his advantage, and the hunt is on. Will he be able to catch the killer, or will he come under suspicion himself, and be charged for a murder he didn''t commit?

♥ THANK YOU FOR A REVIEW! I WISH YOU EVERY SUCCESS! ♥ This beautifully illustrated coloring book for kids aged 4+ contains a superb selection of stunning, perfectly patterned coloring pages of, that will provide your child or teen with hours-and-hours of creative coloring fun. With this book, you get to color a variety of fun animal designs from all across the animal kingdom. We have included loveable farm animals, mysterious animals of the sea, wild jungle animals, and many more! You can color each animal with realistic colors or let your imagination run wild and use whichever colors you choose! Each adorable animal is just waiting to be filled with your favorite markers, watercolors, colored pencils, gel pens, or crayons.

The premise of this book is to provide a palatable framework for young people aged 13-18 years old to aid in their development of goal setting. This book, along with the other books within our series, will help our readers on their journey to becoming self-sufficient. It is highly encouraged, if available, that a parent, guardian and/or mentor read this book alongside the reader. We are making this request as it will help spur conversation as well as help add extra context to the content within each chapter.

While rooted deeply in New Zealand soil theres always a sense of the universal as Mike Richards eloquently shines a light on the age-old mysteries of death, loss, joy and the fragility of the moment. Having been a fan of Mikes work over the past 40 years Im delighted to see a selection of his poems showcased in this publication.

Chaff deployment as a countermeasure for airborne or seaborne vessels has evolved to combat current radar systems seeking to detect such vehicles. To this end, the rapid development of novel chaff particles and testing facilities is an essential component to modern defense capabilities. Outdoor atmospheric testing does not provide a convenient avenue for evaluation of experimental particle geometries, giving rise to indoor testing of chaff being the industry standard. This thesis describes a new approach to the construction of indoor testing facilities, where airflow from fans provides suspension for a chaff cloud, better mimicking an atmospherically released cloud. A custom testing process was established to ensure data collection met accuracy standards. The chaff studied in the experiment were divided into two types: fully flooded metal flakes and patterned metal flakes. The patterns developed were designed for the purpose of producing more extinction, and acted as the experimental group in the study. The results of experimentation showed the patterns performed as intended, and triggered much more scattering of the propagating electromagnetic wave. In addition, the results validated the constructed testing facility and process, as well as proved there is room for sufficient growth in chaff particle design, and that novel designs can provide increased extinction of the signal from a radar system.

A collection of 70 maths activities using everyday materials which require students to work in pairs. The sequel to the primary level TSixty Tasks from the ACT Maths Centre'', it may be photocopied for classroom use.

This is the worlds first autobiography written through the eyes of two pigs, Percy and Rupert.

Beware, social media can damage your health! This book charters the downfall of one individual who devoted her life to the great love of her life; Mark Zuckerberg and the new world he created. The social network known as Facebook was and still is the biggest discovery since morphine. They are both medicines of a kind and both addictive. One individual took her addiction with one of these too far and became a killer. Enjoy the read it''s only fiction, we think!

A Liberian folktale about why the crocodile allows the plover bird to clean his teeth.

The year is 1997, corruption was rife in the Philippines with the Capital Manila at the centre of that corruption.Two of the most powerful men in the World, Simon Moore and Boyd Stevenson were at logger heads with each other. They had offices Australia, Hong Kong, London and New York and of course Manila.Into this violent World stumbled five mid forty guys from the quiet sedate town of Henley on Thames, the sporting tour to beat all others was planned. The tour took in the Hong Kong Sevens, The F1 in Kuala Lumpur and the Manila tens.It was madness all the way. With Manila adding the icing on the cake. Manila, love, Madness. Five guys left these shores only one returned.