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  The Royal Butler - My Remarkable...

  Grant Harrold

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  An unforgettable portrait of the royal household, told by the former butler to King Charles III. 
  Grant Harrold had been obsessed with the royaly family since childhood. In this unforgettable memoir, we journey along with Grant as he finds his way to the heart of the royal household. 
  The unique relationship between the monarch and their staff has always been shrouded in mystery but The Royal Butler artfully reveals never before heard stories about his time in royal service. 
  Today, Grant Harrold is a leading expert on etiquette, and in The Royal Butler he draws on his time as a member of the royal household of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Based at their country Highgrove House in the Cotswolds, his duties included being butler for the king and queen, the Prince and Princess of Wales, and the Duke of Sussex. On occasions, Grant also had the honor to Butler for the Late Queen Elizabeth II and her Husband The Late Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh. 
  The Royal Butler brings to life the extraordinary world of the Windsors as never before.

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  The North Country Murder of...

  Dave Shampine, Raymond O....

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  A road trip becomes a dead end for a schoolteacher in this haunting cold case of murder that became a fifty-year fight for justice. 
   
   
    
  In June of 1968, Irene Izak, a young French teacher from Scranton, Pennsylvania, was pulling an all-nighter on the road toward the promise of a new life in Quebec. The last time she was seen alive was at 2:09 a.m. by a toll collector at Thousand Island Bridge who claimed Irene was visibly afraid. Less than a half-hour later, Irene was found bludgeoned to death in a ravine bordering DeWolf Point State Park. There were no signs of robbery or sexual assault. For reasons unknown, Irene had been compelled to pull off the interstate and abandon her car, only to be brutally murdered. 
   
   
    
  Irene's body was discovered by State Trooper Dave Hennigan, who'd stopped her for speeding shortly before—and issued the young woman a warning. 
   
   
    
  Blending novelistic suspense with true-crime reporting, author Dave Shampine investigates a crime that shook the communities of northeast Pennsylvania and New York's North Country—a vicious and confounding killing that has remained unsolved but not forgotten.

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  Arnold Rothstein and the 1919...

  Editors Charles River

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  In the early 20th century, one of the most integral members of the criminal underworld was Arnold Rothstein, the archetype of the old school mobster. He was intelligent, charming, well-spoken, grotesquely wealthy, and a sharp dresser, often pictured with a patterned bowtie and a flat-top fedora snugly fit over his receding hairline. And yet, he was nothing like the stereotypical mobster; Arnold was not a drinker or smoker, and he was not one to be tempted by illicit substances. He was a notorious high roller, with pockets holding wads of $100 bills, but to the casual eye, he was just another dapper, well-mannered gentleman who frequented the tracks and casinos after a long day at the office. 
  Today, Rothstein is remembered for his murky association with the most notorious event in the history of American sports: the fixing of the 1919 World Series by the Chicago White Sox. The White Sox were favored 5:1 to beat the Cincinnati Reds, and for the first time since 1903, the Series would be a best-of-nine format. However, at a time when players were treated as second class, some sought a payday beyond what they made in the leagues, and the White Sox players were some of the most poorly paid in the league. The owner of the team, Charles A. Comiskey, was one of the cheapest owners in the game. 
  Around two weeks before the World Series, Chicago first baseman Chick Gandil met with a gambler in his Boston hotel room. During that meeting, Gandil told Joseph Sullivan that for $100,000, he and other members of the White Sox were willing to take a dive and make sure that the Reds won the World Series. Gandil was able to convince the team’s top two pitchers to go along with the plan, as well as five other players. With that, the plan to throw the World Series was put in motion, and rumors began to spread around the country prior to the start of the series as gamblers wagered large sums of money on the Reds.

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  Ask a Native New Yorker -...

  Jake Dobkin

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  Ask a Native New Yorker is Jake Dobkin's essential guide to the Big Apple's culture, people, and lifestyles. 
   
   
   
  As a third-generation New Yorker who was born, bred, and educated there, Jake Dobkin was such a fan of his hometown that he started Gothamist, a popular and acclaimed website with a focus on news, events, and culture in the city, and Ask a Native New Yorker became one of its most popular columns. This book version features all original writing and aims to help newbies evolve into real New Yorkers with humor and a command of the facts. 
   
   
   
  In forty-eight short essays and eleven sidebars, the book offers practical information about transportation, apartment hunting, and even cultivating relationships for anyone fresh to the Big Apple. Subjects include "Why is New York the greatest city in the world?," "Where should I live?," "Where do you find peace and quiet when you feel overwhelmed?," and "Who do I have to give up my subway seat to?" 
   
   
   
  Part philosophy, part anecdote collection, and part no-nonsense guide, Ask a Native New Yorker will become the default gift for transplants to New York, whether they're here for internships, college, or starting a new job.

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  They Call Me Jake - Life on the...

  Jakob Smith

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  In this captivating memoir, Jakob, a Welsh-born Australian, takes readers on a remarkable journey that begins with a troubled youth and a life-changing decision. After running into legal trouble as a teenager, his family sends him off to sea on Scandinavian ships, where Jakob finds
   himself working out of Brooklyn, New York, joining ships engaged in global trade. It’s the era of rock and roll, with an atmosphere of freedom, free-spiritedness, and indulgence. However, tired of the endless partying and constant financial struggle, Jakob sets his sights on a new path.
   
  He travels to England, enrolls in a navigational school, and earns his license as a ship’s deck officer. But his thirst for adventure and reinvention leads him to an unexpected destination - Israel. Jakob’s love for the kibbutz lifestyle and a young woman on the kibbutz captures his heart. However, as war disrupts the region, their relationship crumbles, and Jakob finds solace in a hippie commune on the sunny shores of Eilat. Through ups and downs, Jakob’s journey takes him across continents, from the Canadian Arctic to Thailand and beyond. His tale is one of resilience, self-discovery, and the pursuit of a meaningful life amidst the challenges and uncertainties of a rapidly changing world.

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  Quick Start To Acting In...

  Gina Nemo

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  Quick Start to Acting in Hollywood: Your Intro to TV & Film by Gina Nemo, published by Audiobook Publishing Services, is your essential guide to breaking into the entertainment industry. Whether you're dreaming of seeing your name in lights or stepping onto your first set, this audiobook offers practical, no-nonsense advice to help you get started in TV and film. 
  Gina Nemo, an award-winning actress known for her breakout role in 21 Jump Street, shares invaluable tips and personal insights in this concise and motivational guide. From preparing the perfect headshot to navigating online casting platforms, agents, managers, and extra agencies, Gina demystifies the process of becoming a working actor. You'll also learn about joining SAG-AFTRA and why it's a key step in your acting career. 
  Not just a "how-to" guide, Quick Start to Acting in Hollywood also offers a glimpse into Gina Nemo’s inspiring journey.  
  As the founder of Ventura Actors Studio, Gina has helped countless aspiring actors achieve their dreams. She continues to inspire as a Producer, Director, Writer, and Actress, with accomplishments such as her award-winning film Dustslicker and the upcoming comedy series Superhero Cooking School. Gina’s television and film school, based in Ventura, California, provides world-class training to students worldwide. 
  Let Gina Nemo be your guide as you take the first steps toward an acting career. With expert advice and heartfelt encouragement, this audiobook is perfect for anyone ready to turn their Hollywood dreams into reality. 
  Start your journey today with Quick Start to Acting in Hollywood, available on all major audiobook platforms!

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