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  My Adventures with Your Money

  George Graham Rice

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  "My Adventures with Your Money" is a book written by George Graham Rice, an American journalist and writer who was active in the early 20th century. The book is a memoir that recounts Rice's experiences as a "stock tout" or promoter of fraudulent investment schemes during the early years of the stock market. 
  Rice was notorious for his involvement in a number of "get-rich-quick" schemes that promised high returns to investors but were actually fraudulent. He used his skills as a writer and public speaker to promote these schemes and lure investors into investing their money. 
  In "My Adventures with Your Money," Rice describes his various schemes and the methods he used to manipulate investors. He also provides insight into the mindset of the people who invested in these schemes, many of whom were driven by greed and a desire for quick wealth. 
  Overall, "My Adventures with Your Money" provides a fascinating look at the history of the stock market and the culture of fraud and speculation that characterized the early years of American capitalism. It is also a cautionary tale about the dangers of investing in schemes that promise unrealistic returns

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  Every Tongue Got to Confess -...

  Zora Neale Hurston

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  African-American folklore was Zora Neale Hurston's first love. Collected in the late 1920's Every Tongue Got to Confess, from the celebrated author of Their Eyes Were Watching God, is published here for the first time, beautifully performed by Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis. 
  Hilarious, bittersweet, and often saucy, these folk-tales provide a verdant slice of African-American life in the rural South at the turn of the twentieth century. They capture the heart and soul of the vital, independent, and creative community that so inspired Zora Neale Hurston. 
  In Every Tongue Got to Confess, Hurston records, with uncanny precision, the voices of ordinary people -and no two actors better capture this world than Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis. They pay tribute to the richness of Black vernacular -- its crisp self-awareness, singular wit, and improvisational wordplay. These folk-tales reflect the joys and sorrows of the African-American experience, celebrate the redemptive power of storytelling, and showcase the continuous presence in America of an Afticanized language that flourishes to this day.Performed by Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis

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  The Murder of Maggie Hume - Cold...

  Blaine L. Pardoe, Victoria Hester

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  One brutal murder. Two possible suspects. And a "fascinating . . . puzzling case" that divided a Michigan community (Lansing State Journal). 
   
   
    
  In the summer of 1982, the body of twenty-year-old Maggie Hume was found under a pile of blankets in the closet of her apartment. A Catholic school girl and daughter of a local football coach, Maggie had been raped and strangled. It was the only active murder investigation in Battle Creek, Michigan, suggesting the case would be an easy victory for authorities. Plus, they already had two persons of interest on watch. 
   
   
    
  Maggie's neighbor, Michael Ronning, confessed to the crime. Yet it was Maggie's boyfriend, Jay Carter, who failed the polygraph, and whose account of his whereabouts on the night of the murder kept changing. Unfortunately, the Calhoun County Prosecutor's Office and Battle Creek Police Department couldn't agree on whom to charge. And the city soon took sides. 
   
   
    
  Cracking open three decades of never-before-seen evidence, this real-life whodunit exposes the dark secrets and tragic infighting that turned the murder of Maggie Hume into an unwinnable contest of wills, egos, politics, and the law—a contest that, to this day, isn't over.

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  Mr Mulligan - The Life of...

  Tom McAuliffe

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  He captured the world’s attention through golf… 
  …and through humor and grit, inspired millions. 
  Do you know the story of Tommy McAuliffe? 
  Born in 1893, he was destined to make an impact, and not just from the tee box. A magnetic personality that made the greatest golfers who ever lived want to join him for a round. He played with Bobby Jones, Walter Hagen, and Arnold Palmer. What made him unique? 
  On his good days, he could shoot even par… 
  …and by the way he lost both his arms at age 9! 
  When his adoring fans would come to watch, Tommy would give them quite a show, and something to think about. His motto was “There is no handicap in life except a mental one.” 
  Golf wasn’t his only passion. 
  He promoted laws and testified before Congress on rehabilitation and the physically disabled. Tommy McAuliffe was a published author, on-air radio host, actor, public speaker, newspaper reporter, magazine publisher, and farmer. 
  Could you type a book with a pencil in your mouth? 
  You’ll adore this inspirational and award winning biography, because it’s loving written by the grandson as a lasting tribute to a man who set out to change the world. 
  Get it now.

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  A Wagner Matinee - From their...

  Willa Cather

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  Willa Sibert Cather had Welsh ancestry but like her parents Charles and Mary, was born in Virginia, on 7th December 1873.  Despite strong roots in the community, Willa was 9, when the family moved to Nebraska, to work the rich soil and avoid TB of which there were numerous outbreaks in Virginia.   
  The vastness and drama of the Nebraska prairie and its’ extreme weather conditions as well as the many diverse cultures of the local families proved to be a major influence on her and can be evidenced in much of her later writing.   
  Her first writing was for the local journal when she was at the University of Nebraska and later became the managing editor of the student newspaper.    
  In 1896 she obtained work for a woman’s magazine in Pittsburgh and soon after became a regular contributor to the Pittsburgh Leader and wrote poetry and short stories for the Library, another local publication.   
  Her first collection of short stories, ‘The Troll Garden’, was published in 1905 and contains several of her most famous including ‘A Wagner Matinee’ and ‘Paul's Case.’ As a writer Cather was now taking immense strides forward.   
  Between 1913 and 1918 Cather wrote her Prairie Trilogy: ‘O Pioneers!’, ‘The Song of the Lark’, and ‘My Ántonia’ and in 1922 the Pulitizer Prize was hers for her novel ‘One of Ours’ set during WWI.  
  Acknowledged as one of America's greatest writers’ further honours flowed. In 1943 she was elected a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. The following year Cather received the gold medal for fiction from the National Institute of Arts and Letters.  
  A determinedly private person, Cather destroyed many old drafts, personal papers, and letters. Her will would also restrict the ability of scholars to quote from personal papers that remained. 
  On 24th April 1947, Willa Siebert Cather died of a cerebral haemorrhage at her Manhattan home. She was 73.

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  The Biography of Gavin Newsom

  Jordan Blake

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  Gain an in-depth understanding of one of California's most influential leaders with The Biography of Gavin Newsom by Jordan Blake. This engaging audiobook provides a thorough exploration of Gavin Newsom’s life, tracing his journey from his beginnings in San Francisco to his role as the Governor of California. 
  Through detailed narration, you will discover the milestones and challenges that have defined Newsom’s career. From his early entrepreneurial ventures and his transformative tenure as Mayor of San Francisco to his groundbreaking policies and leadership as Governor, this biography paints a comprehensive picture of his impact on California's political and social landscape. 
  The audiobook delves into Newsom’s innovative approaches to pressing issues such as affordable housing, climate change, and public health, offering listeners a nuanced view of his vision and governance. Jordan Blake’s meticulous research and compelling storytelling provide an insightful look at how Newsom’s experiences and decisions have shaped the trajectory of California. 
  Whether you are interested in modern political figures, California history, or the complexities of state governance, The Biography of Gavin Newsom offers a thought-provoking and informative perspective on one of America’s key political players. This audiobook is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the dynamics of contemporary leadership and the challenges of governing one of the most populous states in the nation.

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