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This big, beautiful anthology of short fiction is for readers, writers, and anyone curious about the mysterious processes of literary minds. All contributors have been recent faculty members of the prestigious Warren Wilson Low Residency Program, including such literary favorites as Margot Livesey, Charles Baxter, Robert Boswell, Jim Shepard, Antonya Nelson, David Shields, and the editors themselves.Each writer was asked to submit an original story, accompanied by an essay describing the challenges of the story and how they were met. Since writers resist herding, the editors were happily surprised by the wide range of essays—"fiction writers, when given the space, think about their work very differently." We learn about the genesis of a story, how story evolves, what was eventually relinquished and why, and how a story—surprisingly—might "insist" on changing.Arranged alphabetically by author, and beginning with Richard Russo's cogent introduction, this volume is a treasure throughout.

The true story of one of Australia's top cops for readers of I CATCH KILLERS and THE GOOD COPNick Kaldas is a cop's cop. From investigating war criminals to taking down global drug operations, Kaldas has seen the worst humanity can offer. But he's also seen which human qualities can lead to greatness.This is the compelling true story of an immigrant boy from Egypt who rose from beat cop to become one of the most senior police officers in Australia. During his time in the NSW police force, he was one of Australia's first Arab undercover cops, headed up both the Homicide and Gang Squad units, reformed the Counter Terrorism team and then became the Deputy Police Commissioner.He has also faced down some of the toughest, most brutal criminal organisations in the world. In the Middle East, he was hand-picked by the United Nations to investigate the assassination of former Lebanese prime minister Rafik Hariri; investigate the illegal use of chemical weapons in Syria; and was the Director of Internal Oversight Services at UNRWA, the UN agency tasked with assisting Palestine refugees.Having negotiated hostage situations, gained the trust of the Syrian secret police and chaired the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide, Kaldas has learned a thing or two about resilience, courage and fortitude. In Behind the Badge, he describes the most challenging cases that have shaped him and reveals what it takes to stand up for what's right in the face of insurmountable opposition.'The type of cop we all aspire to be.' GARY JUBELIN'A glimpse of the personal cost of pursuing what is right.' MICK KEELTY, former Commissioner of the Australian Federal Police'Kaldas's motto "I regret nothing" summarises this exciting new book.' LOUIS FREEH, former Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation'Challenge, intrigue, high achievement, danger, pride, dogged determination and self-belief - it's all here and more.' SIR PAUL STEPHENSON QPM, former Commissioner of the London Metropolitan Police Service

Take a lively look back at the most significant 12-month span in Kiss’s career, 50 years on, joining Paul, Gene, Ace, and Peter as they conquer the world.  1976 suffered no shortage of notable events…Cincinnati’s “Big Red Machine” beat the Yankees in the World Series. Jimmy Carter beat Gerald Ford at the ballot box. Rocky lit up the big screen. And some guy named Bruce Jenner lit up the Summer Olympics. And it was all set against the backdrop of the United States Bicentennial.Kiss stomped into the fray with their platform boots, barnstorming the world and still finding time to record and release two of their all-time bestselling albums. Formed in 1973, Kiss had already grabbed attention with their outrageous makeup, stage show, and (of course) music. But in 1976 the band truly took off, unleashing Destroyer and Rock and Roll Over in a span of just eight months and logging more than 100 performances in North America and Europe. In Kiss ’76, Martin Popoff presents month-by-month narratives following the band around the world, across stages and through studios. The book features:Detailed analyses of both albums, including the recording sessions, sleeve art, and moreInfo panels detailing the albums’ personnel, key dates, and track listingsListings of tour dates and venuesExclusive author interview material from figures like guitarist Ace Frehley, producer Bob Ezrin, and collaborator Kim FowleyMonth-by-month sidebars offering concurrent world, entertainment, and music news, putting the band’s impressive achievements in the context of that momentous yearStunningly illustrated pages featuring performance and offstage photography, as well as period memorabilia and flat artThis nostalgic and handsomely produced book offers a unique look at a critical chapter in the band’s career, sure to appeal to the legions of Kiss fans.

City girl jaded with love + small-town, true romantic handyman = a reluctant love story that will turn this town upside down! As literary agent to a romance novelist, Zoey Moody's life currently revolves around love - which is ironic, as she is practically allergic to the L word. She's also a city girl through and through, and yet here she is in tiny Story Lake, Pennsylvania, trying to wrangle author Hazel's next big hit. Life isn't exactly going to plan.It takes all of five minutes in town before chaos finds her, sending her directly into the path of Gage Bishop, one of the stupidly handsome Bishop brothers. He is exactly the kind of romance hero that could entice a heroine to succumb to the charm of small-town life - but Zoey is no romance lead, and Gage can't seem to stand her.It's clear they're all wrong for each other. She's allergic to commitment and can't work a calendar app; he's looking to settle down and has the next five years all planned out. But when Gage's world is rocked by a devastating family secret, he turns to Zoey for one night to forget everything. That one night might just change everything . . . or ruin it.Zoey suddenly finds herself wanting to be the one to save him - and maybe even be saved in return. Can Story Lake inspire a woman who is terrified of love to finally write her own happy ending?Perfect for fans of the heart, humour and hope found in Things We Never Got Over and Things We Left Behind, Mistakes Were Made is a steamy escape to small town romance - full of emotional twists, slow-burn tension and Lucy Score's trademark charm.Readers LOVE the Story Lake series:'JUST WOW! I freaking LOVED THIS, I LOVE STORY LAKE, I LOVE THE CHARACTERS and I LOVED HOW I FELT READING THIS!... I just adored EVERYTHING... Made me giggle and swoon.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️'I was dying!! The first kiss was so hot I had to take a break from reading to scream... INCREDIBLE!!' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️'LOVE... I FELL TO THE FLOOR... the build up was so good when they had their first kiss I SCREAMED.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️'OMG this book... SO FUN!!... ADORE... I ATE IT UP... LOVED... 6 out of 5 stars for sure!!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️'I loved literally every single moment of this book and my only regret was that I read it too fast... By far the BEST grumpy MMC I've ever read and now I want my very own Campbell.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️'YES!!!! Absolutely loved this one... Perfect read!!!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️'Officially obsessed... made me laugh and swoon all at once... made me actually laugh out loud... AH-mazing!... If you like romance books, read this. Immediately.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️'Omggggg... adored... Story Of My Life was everything I needed!... perfection!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️'THE BEST and I loved every second!... so freaking funny... Lucy Score does it again with Story Of My Life!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

A stunning visual history of one of the world's most iconic watch brands.Discover the story of luxury Swiss watch manufacturer Omega, from the founding of the brand in 1848 through its rise to global domination. Packed with photographs and information covering the company's impressive history, you'll discover how Omega created the first minute-repeating wristwatch (a groundbreaking innovation in horology), its crucial role in military timekeeping during both World Wars, how the Omega Speedmaster Professional became the first watch on the moon, before the brand became the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games as well as James Bond's watch of choice.With an exploration of everything from Omega's iconic Hollywood appearances and the thriving collectors' market to the brand's efforts to raise awareness of environmental issues, this is the perfect gift for Omega lovers and watch enthusiasts everywhere.Also available in this series: Rolex, Tiffany and Co, Cartier, Vivienne Westwood, Bulgari, Manolo Blahnik and Calvin Klein.

Protest songs are united by the fact they all have something to say, something to dispute, or something to rile against, whether it be political, social, or personal. Story Behind the Protest Song features 50 of the most influential musical protests and statements recorded to date, providing pop-culture viewpoints on some of the most tumultuous times in modern history. Among the featured: songs about the Vietnam War, the civil rights movement, the most recent upheaval over policy in the Middle East, as well as teenage rebellion, animal rights, criticisms of mass media, and even protest songs that lambaste other protest songs.This indispensable guide tackles it all: the behind-the-scenes stories of the most influential protest songs in American popular culture, examining the subjects they address, the legacy they left, and the fabric of the songs themselves. Chronically arranged entries cover nearly 70 years of music and offer an expansive range of genres, including rock, punk, pop, soul, hip-hop, country, folk, indie, heavy metal, and more. Each entry discusses the songwriter(s); the inspiration behind the song; and the social, cultural, and political context in which the song was released. Following a detailed musical and lyrical analysis, the entries explain the songs' impact and relevance today. Among the featured:• The Unknown Soldier (The Doors)• Masters of War (Bob Dylan)• Say It Loud-I'm Black and I'm Proud (James Brown)• Get Up, Stand Up (The Wailers)• Big Yellow Taxi (Joni Mitchell)• Their Law (Prodigy)• American Idiot (Green Day)• Sweet Home Alabama (Lynrd Skynrd)• Born in the USA (Bruce Springsteen)• Southern Man (Neil Young)Entries are accompanied by further readings and a select discographies as well as a comprehensive resource guide at the end of the book. A must-read for students of music, history, and politics, this volume offers a unique reflection on the most significant and moving protest songs in American history.

Profiling 48 classic American foods ranging from junk and fast food to main dishes to desserts, this book reveals what made these dishes iconic in American pop culture.Americans have increasingly embraced food culture, a fact proven by the rising popularity of celebrity chefs and the prominence of television shows celebrating food themes. This fascinating overview reveals the surprising story behind the foods America loves.The Story Behind the Dish: Classic American Foods is an engaging pop culture resource which helps tell the story of American food. Each chapter is devoted to one of 48 distinctive American dishes and features the story of where the food developed, what inspired its creation, and how it has evolved. The book not only covers each food as a single entry, but also analyzes the themes and events that connect them, making the text useful as both a reference and a narrative on the history of food.