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New Releases by Diane Bailey

Diane Bailey is the author of Texas Football (2013), Kansas Basketball (2013), Milady Standard Natural Hair Care & Braiding (2013), Entrepreneurial Smarts (2012), Suzanne Collins (2012).

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Texas Football

release date: Jul 15, 2013
Texas Football
When it comes to college football, there are teams and there are Texas teams. The University of Texas in Austin boasts one of the best, most celebrated football teams in the nation. This action-packed volume takes readers (and Longhorn fans) through the history of the team and highlights some fantastic players, coaches, and game moments. Includes exciting sidebars with bonus information.

Kansas Basketball

release date: Jul 15, 2013
Kansas Basketball
The University of Kansas basketball team has the most winning seasons of any team in college basketball. The history of KU basketball goes back 115 years. This volume describes many unbelievable game-stopping moments in the history of the game, as well as the most inspiring coaches and players and infamous team rivalries. It includes some incredible historical images from KU basketball history and a timeline for fast reference for the avid sports fan.

Milady Standard Natural Hair Care & Braiding

release date: Jul 11, 2013
Milady Standard Natural Hair Care & Braiding
Milady Standard Natural Hair Care and Braiding is designed to be the training resource of choice for individuals committed to nurturing textured hair and providing excellent natural hair care services. This book introduces the technical and creative aspects of braiding, styling, and grooming hair that is naturally curly, kinky, or multi-textured. Also included, are 17 procedures with step-by-step photos and detailed instructions in techniques for styling and grooming natural hair and natural hair additions. This is a “must have” for those who are serious about developing a wide range of services and building a broad, diverse client base--crucial elements for success in the flourishing hair care industry. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Entrepreneurial Smarts

release date: Dec 15, 2012
Entrepreneurial Smarts
It''s a huge step for a person to decide to start their own business. Whether it''s a small babysitting business or a corporation, the principles remain the same. Readers explore the ins and outs of entrepreneurship, from finding ways to finance business dreams to how to grow business in a difficult economic climate.

Suzanne Collins

release date: Jul 15, 2012
Suzanne Collins
In her trilogy of The Hunger Games, Collins imagined a society where children are forced to train as warriors and then fight each other to the death in a gruesome annual tradition. Her stories teach her readers about the complexities of war, and make comments on modern society. Dystopian novels are not new to young readers, and this book introduces you to Collins''s inspirations and sources.

The Future of Communication

release date: Jan 01, 2012
The Future of Communication
A look at potential future developments in communication, including holograms, as well as the Global Positioning System and other technologies that are currently considered state-of-the-art.

Zombies in America

release date: Dec 15, 2011
Zombies in America
The very real origins of zombies and the very unreal legends that have developed since are explored in this exciting volume. Among the legends, the earliest New Orleans voodoo priestess and the Night of the Living Dead are brought forth. Readers and zombie enthusiasts alike can explore some of the most exciting legends that the living dead have to offer.

Tattoo Art Around the World

release date: Aug 15, 2011
Tattoo Art Around the World
Tattoos have gone from a symbol of shame and isolation to a widely accepted art form all over the world. The book looks at tattoo techniques and styles, from honored religious and cultural traditions of the East to the pop-culture inspired body art of the West. Colorful images provide and interesting glimpse at unique and traditional tattoo styles as they evolve through history into what they are today.

Great Moments in World Cup History

release date: Dec 15, 2009
Great Moments in World Cup History
Presents detailed descriptions of memorable games and events in World Cup history, from its inception in 1930 to the present.

Stage Management and Production

release date: Aug 15, 2009
Stage Management and Production
Describes the responsibilities of a stage manager, and includes information on rehearsals and performances, staying organized, and overcoming challenges.

Scenery and Set Design

release date: Aug 15, 2009
Scenery and Set Design
Your students will learn everything from building a model to building a full set. This book guides readers along the challenging road of taking a director''s vision and making it a reality. Everything an aspiring young set designer needs to know.

Mary J. Blige

release date: Jan 15, 2009
Mary J. Blige
Highlights the life and career of rap musician Mary J. Blige.

Brain Surgeons

release date: Aug 15, 2008
Brain Surgeons
Since the practice of trephination was invented thousands of years ago, the field of brain surgery is ever evolving. The brain is the most mysterious and fascinating organ in the human body, which makes the job of a brain surgeon a difficult but rewarding endeavor.

Cyber Ethics

release date: Jan 15, 2008
Cyber Ethics
In Cyber Ethics, students learn about Netiquette, getting tips and strategies about what is proper and safe etiquette for cyberspace. This handbook offers young teens strategies for making good choices online and for staying safe, using proper filters and pop-up blockers, using monitored chat rooms, never agreeing to meet an online friend, never giving out personal information or filling out registration forms for online contests, checking with parents before making a financial transaction, not downloading files without permission, etc.. They will read about the dou0092s and donu0092ts in writing e-mails, in using social networks, in chatting in groups/forums, or on blogs, learning that they have to take responsibility while they are at the computer. The cyber ethics book will touch on all the other titles in this series, but will also address being ethical about appropriating other peopleu0092s work for creative endeavors; the notion of being respectful when giving feedback on other peopleu0092s work; of being courteous, tolerant, among other things, with respect to various cultural sensibilities that they might encounter in cyberspace.

Equal Opportunities

release date: Dec 01, 1996
Equal Opportunities
Covers all areas of equal opportunity responsibilities and implications of interactions with students. Also considers the role of the tutor in creating an inclusive atmosphere within the tutor group.

Choosing and Using Training Consultants

release date: Jan 01, 1993
Choosing and Using Training Consultants
Aimed at personnel and training managers, this text looks at the process of choosing a training consultant and the ways in which to ensure the maximum benefit to the organisation.

Going Places

Going Places
"Excellent piece of work . . . The lessons and activities are well selected and paced to allow students to become a group and develop trust."-Jo JacobsOffice for Sex Equity, Michigan Department of EducationDropout prevention begins by helping students deal with self-esteem issues early in their school careers. Going Places targets those middle school students most at risk of dropping out. The 18-week currriculum helps students build up their self-esteem, believe they can succeed in school, and work toward positive self-image and high school graduation.-Focuses on enrichment and hands-on, cooperative group learning.-Develops and builds self-esteem, improves problem-solving and decision-making skills, and develops leadership skills.-Emphasizes support groups, a sense of belonging and parents'' involvement.

Understanding Stress

release date: Jan 01, 1987
Understanding Stress
Intended as a resource and working tool to assist individuals who have an interest in managing stress; either their own, or that of their employees, trainees or clients.

Nuclear Power

Nuclear Power
Presents an overview of nuclear energy as a power source, covering topics such as the role of nuclear reactions in the big bang, humanity''s discovery of how to harness nuclear power, and the pros and cons of nuclear power. Includes a glossary and a list of additional resources.
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