Most Popular Books by Michael Carroll

Four thousand years ago the world’s first super human walked the earth. Possessing the strength of one hundred men, skin impervious to attack, and the ability to read minds, this immortal being used his power to conquer and enslave nations. Now plans are in motion that will transport this super human to the present, where he’ll usher in a new age of tyranny unlike anything the world has ever seen. Determined to stand against them, using powers they’ve only just begun to master, is a ragtag group of young heroes. For them this first test may be their greatest . . . and last. Watch a Video

FROM THE PAGES OF THE JUDGE DREDD MEGAZINE A shopping mall where droids sell organs harvested from street trash... A murderous imaginary friend... A psychotic composer drafting music from pain... All in a day’s work for the Lawman of the Future. Edited by and with an introduction by Dredd veteran Michael Carroll, Judge Fear’s Big Day Out and Other Stories gathers the very best short stories from more than a decade of the Judge Dredd Megazine, including stories by legends Alan Grant, Gordon Rennie and Simon Spurrier, among countless others…

Mega-City One, 2080. Judge Joe Dredd?s first year on the streets as a full-eagle Judge. Bred for justice, trained in law, Dredd?s no helpless rookie, but he?s not the seasoned veteran we know either. Three tales follow the first adventures of the future city?s greatest lawman. With an introduction by the Mighty Tharg! CITY FATHERS The brutal murder of a Justice Department-sanctioned spy uncovers something new and dangerous in the sector?s murky black market. Unless Dredd can stop it, chaos will be unleashed. COLD LIGHT OF DAY A savage killing spree results in the deaths of two highly-regarded Judges, and many consider Dredd to be responsible: a decision he made five years earlier ? while he was still a cadet ? has come back to haunt him. WEAR IRON ?Wear iron, that?s the rule.? Paul Strader is a stick-up man, and a stone cold professional. But when he gets in over his head, he has to risk everything on the word of a corrupt lawman and break every rule he has. Every rule but one...

Come along for the captivating hunt for planets like our own Envisioning Exoplanets traces the journey of astronomers and researchers on their quest to explore the universe for a planet like Earth. Exoplanets--worlds beyond our solar system--were once dismissed as science fiction. But now, with more than 4,000 confirmed exoplanets, countless possibilities exist for what remains to be uncovered in the universe. This book follows the exhilarating progression of exoplanet research from its earliest stages operating on the fringes of scientific research to the newest developments of renowned agencies around the world searching for planets capable of hosting life. Featuring provocative questions about the universe and more than 200 remarkable illustrations from Michael Caroll, Ron Miller, and other key members of the International Association of Astronomical Artists, Envisioning Exoplanets is an intergalactic visual voyage.

Examines, in brief text and illustrations, the characteristics of the planets in our solar system.

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 2033 A.D. In a time of widespread poverty, inequality and political unrest, Special Prosecutor Eustace Fargo’s controversial new justice laws have come into effect. Protests and violence meet the first Judges as they hit the street to enforce the Law; the cure, it’s clear, is far worse than the disease. Is this a sign of things to come?

Tap a child''s natural interest in the earth''s powerful natural forces. This book shows the power and grandeur of God''s creation inside the earth.

Space... the final art frontier... What is it like to walk through an alien world? Artists have been imagining otherworldly landscapes for hundreds of years—but only in the past few decades have we started to see what other planets and moons really look like. These exciting scientific discoveries have led to ever more "realistic" space art.Space Artshows artists how to capture and create these partly real, partly imagined vistas by combining the latest facts with traditional landscape drawing. Put the two together and the results are memorable, dreamlike, haunting. AuthorMichael Carroll, one of the country''s most distinguished astronomical artists, explains how to use washes and texturing, how to paint water and ice, rocks and geological formations, craters and alien skies. Linear and atmospheric perspective, color, composition, color, value, and shading are also covered as they relate to showing otherworldly landscapes. Fourteen paintings, building in complexity, are presented step-by-step, accompanied by NASA photos and the author’s own photos of mysterious landscapes closer to home: Death Valley, Iceland, Alaska. For everyone who has ever wanted to travel to far-off worlds... or just show what they’re imagining...Space Artis a rocket to the stars. • Combines the latest scientific research with landscape painting techniques • Author is one of the world’s foremost painters of space art • Twenty projects shown step by step—an art course in a book!

"There is without doubt a great need for a practical and theoretical framework through which supervisors, primarily, but also supervisees can negotiate the relationship of supervision." "This invaluable resource book gives a brief overview of the history of supervision and its importance in initial and ongoing counselling training - reviewing both the British and US literature - and brings together contemporary themes and debates within supervision." "The author presents his own linear model of supervision, connecting goals, functions and tasks, and presents and analyses the seven tasks of supervision. A model for the management of the supervisory process is then discussed, outlining a five-stage chronology of the steps through which a supervisory relationship travels. Importantly, the organizational dimension of supervision is studied in detail and a number of supervisory formats (individual, peer, group and team) are evaluated." "The concluding chapter on ethics is an attempt to offer a model of ethical decision-making applicable to both counselling and supervision. It reviews in some detail the various responsibilities of supervisors. An appendix includes the revised Code of Ethics and Practice for Supervisors from BAC."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Author''s account of his experiences among the fishing and farming people of the Northern Sporades, islands of the Aegean Sea.

MEGA-CITY ONE, 2082 A.D. A year ago, SJS Judge Marion Gillen staked her reputation on proving that Joseph Dredd was as corrupt as his brother Rico—and lost. Now, on the run from her own division, navigating a world of secrets and lies, Gillen finds the stolid, inflexible young man—two years out of the Academy and already making a name for himself—is the only person in the city she can really trust...

Lockhart and Carroll take readers step by step through a series of helpful illustrations that present solutions for building a home.

Spirit Transformed tells the amazing story of a majestic cedar''s journey from the forest to totem, as well as Vickers'' own conquering of personal difficulties and the marvelous way he has combined modern technology with the art of carving.

The best teachers are not outside of us - they are inside. Collaborativereflection in supervision can transform our experiences into learning.This practical book details three stances of reflective supervision:¿ noticing what''s happening (the Mindful Stance)¿ analysing it and unpacking the assumptions that underpin it (theConsideration Stance) and¿ putting this learning into practice so that it becomes routine (theConsolidation Stance).Daphne Hewson and Michael Carroll highlight the importance ofReflective Space as one of six supervisory spaces (the others areDirective, Evaluative, Passive, Restorative and Active Space). Theyprovide guidelines on creating safe Reflective Space and how to use arange of mini-tools to invite practitioners to learn from their professionalexperiences. The book is written for both supervisors and practitioners -it takes two to tango.

The Galaxy''s favourite all ages sci-fi spectacular is storming into its third collection! The critically acclaimed all ages comic from 2000 AD returns! "A fantastic introduction to 2000 AD... 9/10" - Comicsthegathering The galaxy’s favourite thrill-powered science fiction comic is back with another line up of electrifying stories aimed at all ages! Reimagined versions of classic 2000 AD characters like Judge Dredd, star alongside brand new characters, specially created for a younger audience. In this, the third smashing volume, follow the action packed adventures of Cadet Dredd as he battles giant robots! Save the world from aliens with Judge Anderson! Meet the mightiest cat burglar of Mega-City One! Marvel at the brain-busting and jaw dropping Future Shocks! Plus, in an exclusive new strip, classic 2000 AD characters the Harlem Heroes return! Critically acclaimed and beloved by old and new fans alike, 2000 AD Regened storms into its third brilliant collection. Can you handle the awesomeness of 2000 AD Regened?

Eine Liebeserklärung an die schwule Liebe - aus der Feder von Paaren! Aktuelle und verflossene Liebschaften, Leidenschaft und Alltag, Langzeitpartnerschaften oder das Prickeln neuer Beziehungen - die tagtägliche Realität der Liebe ist vielfältig. Diese Anthologie erzählt auch von einer Zeit der Verluste, in der viele Männer ihre Partner verloren haben, und davon, wie dies allein durch Entschlossenheit und Lebenswillen erträglich ist. Aber vor allem erzählt sie von etwas Zeitlosem: der Liebe. "I love you", das bewegende, witzige und erotische Dokument schwuler Liebe, erschien erstmals 1998 - jetzt endlich wieder zu haben und nur als eBook bei Bastei Entertainment!

Do you remember what it was like, really like, to be a kid? If you cannot, then Celtic artist Michael Carroll''s first novel is the one for you. These fifteen stories collectively portray a life in transition from childhood to adolescence. But don''t expect another of those warmhearted memory trips. MEEHALL is a powerful memoir of love and family, but it''s also a helluva lot of fun. And educational as well. For example, do you know...How to safely capture a fleeing rodent? Or to catch a snake or tadpole? What kind of salad bowl makes the best merry-go-round? Have you ever heard of Mule-Skinners? Or a henway? Do you know the best way to wheedle your Mom into buying you a dog, or how to skillfully evade going to church...without getting caught? If your curiosity has been aroused, then read Michael Carroll''s MEEHALL: Memories of A South Side Lad, and be enlightened, entertained, and touched. This one''s for all of us.

Keanu has a nice life in his new home. Then his owner, "Daddy", starts working a lot more, and Keanu becomes lonely. His wish for a new friend comes true when Daddy returns home from work one day with a new dog. Things are good at first, but then Keanu becomes jealous of Daddy giving attention to his new "brother". This book is based on the true story of two dogs, Keanu and Buster. It discusses the changing family dynamics of step-siblings. It is told from the perspective of Keanu and Buster. Although dogs, Keanu and Buster represent children.

This book sets out conclusive evidence that the teaching of the three stages and three conversions of the spiritual life are the correct interpretation, and true hermeneutic of continuity, pertaining to the Universal Call to Holiness, as requested in the Documents of Vatican II. As such, it is the Doctrine of Acquiring Christian Perfection, which is a phrase written in the Council Documents, but so far this phrase has not been explained to the laity in relation to the Second Vatican Council. It is in effect, the Hermeneutic of Deification. This work also contains practical teachings for those unfamiliar with the three-fold path. There has been a clarion call from Cardinal Sarah and Cardinal Burke for this generation to finally provide correct interpretations of what the Documents of Vatican II actually requested. As such, this work illuminates key teachings concerning the 2000-year-old tradition of the Three Stages and Three Conversions of the Spiritual Life, as evidenced from scripture, the doctors of the Church, mystical theologians, & the Summa Theologica. This evidence has subsequently been cross referenced with the documents of the Second Vatican Council, the Catechism, and recent papal documents. As such this work is epiphanic in that it finally applies the authentic traditional spirituality of the Church Fathers into the life of the Church by answering Vatican II''s call for Christian perfection. By finally cross referencing the traditional spiritual language with the conciliar documents it presents a true hermeneutic of continuity, and the only solution to reignite spiritual vitality within the Church, and therefore the Universal Call to Holiness. The Three Stages and Three Conversions of the Spiritual Life are more than just a spiritual teaching. This is because they teach us how to restore the Divine Order. The Divine Order supersedes all orders. It heals man''s imperfection and replaces it with God''s perfection. Schism, and more recently confusion, have come about within the Church, and worldwide the original perfection has been replaced by that which was not in the original design. This has caused a crisis within the Church, the world, and the family. This Divine Order was created by God and involves all baptised Catholics practicing ''the way of perfection''. It is the spirituality of the Church in which all spiritualities are contained. This perfect order can be formed in all those who wish to co-operate with actual and sanctifying grace, so that the perfection of charity can be practiced more abundantly throughout the world. It efficaciously draws the Church deeper into true discipleship, so as to follow Christ with one mind and one heart, from the beginning to the end. We thus hear the words of Our Lord, ''Be you perfect as your Heavenly Father is perfect''. Whilst many Church initiatives have concentrated on what is known as the First Conversion, which takes place at the beginning of the spiritual journey, this work now looks at the true nature of the spiritual life and moves us forward to the Second and Third Conversions. Without a Christian moving through the Second Conversion it is not possible to love both God and neighbour with the Christian perfection that is requested fifty-seven times in the Documents of the Second Vatican Council. This Second Conversion is also highlighted in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Catholics often state that the three ways of the spiritual life follow on from the kerygmatic stage, but now it is time to finally set forth this reality. The antidote to the current crisis in the Church is to state that the future vitality of the Catholic Church lies in the Three Stages and Conversions of the Spiritual Life. Only here do we discover an intrinsic formation in the Divine Order of Christian perfection, which above all leads us to the perfection of charity and love of neighbour, as was repeatedly requested in the documents of the Second Vatican Coun

Copyright Law is organized in a straightforward way that deals comprehensively with the technology and globalization of copyright law. It provides discussion of copyright and digital technologies throughout the book; offers integrated treatment of international materials from beginning to end; features a separate chapter on secondary liability; and provides renewed attention to aspects of the first Anglo-American copyright act. The Ninth Edition includes: Current treatment of legislative projects and recent enactments to copyright legislation, including The Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act of 2010 (STELA), The Copyright Cleanup, Clarification, and Corrections Act of 2010, and the failed attempt to enact the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and the Protect IP Act (PIPA) in January 2012; and coverage of many new cases, including Golan v. Holder (restored copyrights), Viacom International, Inc. v. YouTube, Inc. (DMCA "safe harbors"), Salinger v. Colting (fair use), and Righthaven, LLC v. Wolf (standing to sue). This book also is available in a three-hole punched, alternative loose-leaf version printed on 8.5 x 11 inch paper with wider margins and with the same pagination as the hardbound book.

"When we think of work, we often think of drudgery, frustration, and stress. For too many of us, work is the last place in our lives we expect to experience satisfaction, fulfillment, or spiritual growth. In this unique book, Michael Carroll--a meditation teacher, executive coach, and corporate director--shares Buddhist wisdom on how to transform the common hassles and anxieties of the workplace into valuable opportunities for heightened wisdom and enhanced effectiveness. Carroll shows us how life on the job--no matter what kind of work we do--can become one of the most engaging and fulfilling areas of our lives. At its heart, Awake at Work offers thirty-five principles that we can use throughout our day to revitalize our work as well as our understanding of ourselves and others. Carroll invites readers to contemplate these slogans and to use them on-the-spot, in the midst of work''s chaos, to develop clarity, wisdom, and inspiration. Along the way, Carroll presents a variety of techniques and insights to help us acknowledge work, with all its complications, as "a valuable invitation to fully live our lives." In an engaging, accessible, and often humorous style, Awake at Work offers readers a path to rediscovering our natural sense of intelligence, confidence, and delight on the job"--Publisher description.

La mécanique quantique est un champ encore imparfaitement compris de la physique théorique. Surprenante, déconcertante, contre-intuitive, voire impossible pour certains, elle offre toutefois la meilleure explication à ce jour de la nature profonde de l''univers. C''est à la découverte du caractère singulièrement quantique de notre monde ainsi qu''à la rencontre des plus grands esprits qui ont oeuvré à sa formalisation que Sean Carroll nous invite. Salué comme une "oeuvre magistrale" par la critique et le monde scientifique, "La face cachée de l''univers" déboulonne les mythes qui ont desservi la discipline, ressuscite la théorie et l''interprétation des mondes multiples de Hugh Everett et, ce faisant, expose une nouvelle voie réconciliant mécanique quantique et théorie de la relativité d''Enstein, lesquelles s''opposent depuis près d''un siècle.

The Naked Insurance Auto & Home Owner: In this first edition of The Naked Auto & Home Owner, Michael Carroll draws off decades of experience in the Auto & Home Owner insurance business to tell a series of tales - sad but true - that demonstrate how insurance generalists are not equipped to design policies to properly protect Auto & Home Owners. It''s not because they don''t mean well; it''s because Auto & Home Owners are subject to their own unique - and sometimes devastating - risks. In The Naked Auto & Home Owner: Michael Carroll shares with his readers not only how they can protect themselves against the fatal gaps that can devastate their lives, but do so without the burden of heavy premiums.

The Naked Pizza Franchisee & Independent Pizzeria Owner: In this first edition of The Naked Pizza Franchisee & Independent Pizzeria Owner, Michael Carroll draws off decades of experience in the Pizza Franchisee & Independent Pizzeria Owner insurance business to tell a series of tales - sad but true - that demonstrate how insurance generalists are not equipped to design policies to properly protect Pizza Franchisees & Independent Pizzeria Owners. It''s not because they don''t mean well; it''s because Pizza Franchisees & Independent Pizzeria Owners are subject to their own unique - and sometimes devastating - risks. In The Naked Pizza Franchisee & Independent Pizzeria Owner, Michael Carroll shares with his readers not only how they can protect themselves against the fatal gaps that can devastate their lives, but do so without the burden of heavy premiums.