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  Designing Terry Pratchett’s...

  Paul Kidby

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  A brilliant fully illustrated biography that brings Terry Pratchett’s universally beloved Discworld to life as never before and pays tribute to an enduring creative collaboration. 
  “It's still magic, even if you know how it's done.” –Sir Terry Pratchett 
  Designing Terry Pratchett’s Discworld is a celebration of Discworld art and a brilliant homage to the decades-long collaboration between artist Paul Kidby and Sir Terry Pratchett that takes readers behind the scenes of one of the great creative partnerships. 
  It shows how the Discworld was brought to visual life—from the earliest sketches to the final magnificent masterpieces—and how Pratchett and Kidby were influenced by art and pop culture, fusing them into the Discworld universe. While Pratchett was the undisputed creative fountainhead, for three decades Kidby has been the artistic force taking the people, places, and pieces of man-eating luggage from Terry's ever-fertile imagination right into our world. 
  Packed with never-before-seen art and the stories behind it, it is a must-have for Pratchett fans of all ages. 
  Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

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  Dublin

  Ingo Latotzki, Claudia Latotzki

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  Consolidated by the Norsemen in 841, Dublin became the capital of the Republic of Ireland (Eire) when the country gained formal independence in 1922. It is primarily an industrial city, and boasts distilleries, breweries and flour-mills among the more scenic delights that include the Tobacco Factory, the Customhouse, the 13th-century St Patrick's Cathedral and the Gothic-style Catholic church of St Audoen. As shown by the author, Ingo Latotzki, Dublin remains a city that is both poetic and tragic. It was here that Irishmen determined to achieve national independence instigated the Easter Rising of April 1916, an attempt at a revolt that the writer O'Flaherty has so well described in his many publications on the subject of ‘English' domination. Here too are the pubs and bars in which the inhabitants love to sing as they down their pints of ever-frothing stout.

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  How Documentaries Went...

  Nora Stone

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  Since the 1960s, documentary films have moved closer to the mainstream, thanks to the popularity of rockumentaries, association with the independent film movement, support from public and cable television, and the rise of streaming video services. Documentary films have become reliable earners at the US box office and ubiquitous on streaming platforms, while historically they existed on the margins of mainstream media. 
   
   
   
  The growing commercialization of documentary film has not gone unnoticed, but it has not been sufficiently explained. Streaming and the growing interest in reality TV are usually offered as explanations whenever a documentary enters the cultural conversation or breaks a box-office record, but neither of those causes grapple with the overlapping causal mechanisms that commercialized documentary film. How Documentaries Went Mainstream provides a more comprehensive and meaningful periodization of the commercialization of documentary film. Although the commercial ascension of documentary films might seem meteoric, it is the culmination of decades-long efforts that have developed and fortified the audience for documentary features. Author Nora Stone refines rough explanations of these efforts through a robust history of the market for documentary films, using knowledge of film economics and the norms of industry discourse to tell a richer story.

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  Meditative Melodies of Singing...

  Cedar Skye

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  Immerse yourself in a world of tranquility and serenity with Meditative Melodies of Singing Birds & Serene Lullabies of Ocean Waves. This unique audiobook offers a blend of calming nature sounds for sleep and natural soundscapes for mindfulness, perfect for unwinding after a long day. With 8D sound therapy, experience the ultimate relaxation as you are surrounded by the gentle whispers of the ocean waves and the soothing calls of singing birds. 
  Designed for those seeking peaceful moments and restfulness, this collection is an ideal companion for meditation, relaxation, and sleep. The harmonious combination of ambient relaxation audio and nature’s beauty fosters a deep sense of rejuvenation and mindfulness. Whether you're looking to enhance your meditation practice or simply drift off into a peaceful slumber, this audiobook provides the perfect backdrop. 
  Explore our natural relaxation audiobooks and indulge in a therapeutic journey with 8D sound therapy collections. Let the Zen-like atmosphere of these soundscapes transport you to a state of complete harmony and peace. Embrace the healing power of nature and discover the ultimate escape from the stresses of daily life. 
  Find your calm, restore your balance, and rejuvenate your spirit with Meditative Melodies of Singing Birds & Serene Lullabies of Ocean Waves.

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  Beat the Odds in Business & Life

  Sandy Gennaro, Steve Olivas

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  Sandy Gennaro has learned a thing or two during his fifty years on the world stage. The music industry has cultivated in him a keen sense of business management—leading to this collection of strategies, philosophies, and practical solutions to many of the struggles facing companies small and large. Reading this book will prepare everyone (from the CEO right down to front-line employees) to navigate both the obstacles and the victories related to start-up, growth, and sustaining market position. Sandy uses real examples from his storied career with Hall-of-Fame artists to illustrate his lessons. You’ll laugh and learn; he has the heart of a teacher and balances the practical with the didactic, thereby making this a must-read book for anyone involved in today’s corporate climate! 

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  Keep Your Mouth Shut! - And...

  Annie Korzen

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  Keep Your Mouth Shut! (And Other Things I Can't Do) is an evening of comedy and music from entertainer, Annie Korzen, the creator of Yenta: Unplugged. 
   
  You might call her Joan Rivers with Class. Plus, she plays the piano, singing her own insightful lyrics. I'd advise you to hurry and see her! 
  - The Santa Monica Daily Press 
  Based out of Los Angeles, Annie Korzen began her career as an actress-writer in New York's Off-Broadway scene. She is, perhaps, best known for her recurring role as Doris Klompus on Seinfeld, and her humorous essays on NPR's popular Morning Edition. She has done extensive work in well-known feature films (Tootsie, Stardust Memories, and others) and top television shows.

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