Best Selling Books by Patrick Regan

Syndicated journalist Georgie Anne Geyer calls on her nearly forty years of experience covering Latin America to create an extraordinary biography that reveals the untold story of Fidel Castro, revolutionary and demagogue. Based on hundreds of interviews and unique sources-including four extensive personal interviews with Castro-Guerilla Prince is an intimate and revealing portrait, charged with all the electricity of the charismatic leader.In this updated edition, Ms. Geyer presents new insights and addresses the changes since the 1991 release of Guerilla Prince in hardcover-the collapse of the Soviet Union, the internal unrest, and the growing anticipation of a post-Castro Cuba.

Spokeswoman for a generation, Jackie is saucy, sassy, and sure of herself. Now she shares her wisdom for the ageless in Who''s Counting? So what does Jackie know that the young whippersnappers could stand to learn? She knows that life is too short to spend worrying over every calorie, every wrinkle, and every penny. She knows that too much of a good thing can be a very good thing. Most importantly, she knows that she can get away with anything! In addition to her piquant observations and clever one-liners, Who''s Counting? features hilarious full-color photos of Jackie at her rambunctious best. See her hanging tough astride a tricked-out motorcycle, flirting with tuxedo-clad men a fraction of her age, and laughing it up with a friend (at something off-color and hardly ladylike, no doubt). There''s a new and growing generation of women who are making "the good life" last and last, and Jackie is an outspoken champion for them all.

A collection of photographs of theme-related Boyds Collection plush bears, with accompanying thoughts dedicated to mothers.

The perfect gift for the new father, A Little Book for Dad offers a hip young look with original art by Peter Horjus.

Model, actress, socialite, home-movie enthusiast, reality TV sensation and, oh yes, heir to the Hilton hotel fortune, Paris Hilton does it all, has it all, and occasionally shows it all. The perfect celebrity for this vacuous age, young Ms. Hilton is most famous for, well, simply being famous. In the past year, Paris has maintained her A-list celebrity status by starring in a B-grade, common-folk-mocking reality show, The Simple Life, and by directing, choreographing, and starring in an X-rated video widely distributed over the Internet. Paris is definitely burning.Now you can share all the fun, fashion, glitz, and glamour with Paris the Heiress: A Paris Hilton Paper Doll Book. Dress her up! Accessorize! Stage your own little tragicomedy with the up-and-coming queen of all media. Sure, Paris has done the down-on-the-farm bit, but with the outfits in this book you can really stretch her repertoire. Why not Paris as brain surgeon, biker chick, or even (quel horreur!) overweight suburban housewife? The Paris Hilton Paper Doll Book comes complete with two 10-inch-tall, perforated paper dolls and a whole closet full of outfits the living doll would not be caught dead in. Fashions come and go, but as Rick told Ilsa in Casablanca We''ll always have Paris.

What does it mean to be cool? The quality has always been hard to define, but easy to identify. James Dean. Miles Davis. They were cool. Joe Montana scrambling in the pocket. Steve McQueen riding a motorcycle. Very cool. To that list, you can now add another towering paragon of cool: the mighty polar bear. In Stay Cool, award-winning polar photographer Jonathan Chester and writer Patrick Regan reveal the uncanny life lessons to be learned from polar bears, those imposing but endlessly appealing kings of the Arctic. Pithy, clever, and surprisingly heartwarming, Stay Cool illustrates that these wild creatures with a strong sense of self and the ability to rely on their instincts have something useful to teach us all, making this keepsake book a great gift for people of all ages.

Sometimes saying the words "thank you" to someone who has said or done something nice for you just doesn''t seem to be enough. Inside these pages you''ll find Mary''s colorful artwork joined with verse that says "thanks for everything you''ve done."

Who else but members of The Red Cat Society-a group of fun-loving tabbies inspired by The Red Hat Society-knows more about motherhood? And who else could be more qualified (and more likely!) to tell it like it is? Every Mother Is a Queen Mother is The Red Cat Society''s latest book, and it''s guaranteed to have you howling at the disputable delights of motherhood. With lively humor and irresistible illustrations, Every Mother Is a Queen Mother celebrates the true heroines of modern society-women who have not only experienced motherhood but survived long enough to become "experienced mothers" (or as the book calls them, "mothers-of-a-certain-age"). Filled with clever quips and quotes, tongue-in-cheek beauty tips, and comical musings on child rearing, aging, and empty nests, this book is sure to strike a chord with every woman who has experienced the slings and arrows, sacrifices, skinned knees, and simple joys of motherhood. Whether cat lover or Red Hatter or both, every "well-red" mother will find something to laugh about in Every Mother Is a Queen Mother.

''A moving story of courage and faith in the fire''. BEAR GRYLLS What do you do when life falls apart and it feels as if God has left you? How do you keep going when your faith is rocked to the core? Sometimes things get so hard we''re not sure where God is - or what he''s up to. Patrick was facing pain, illness and loss in his family and community; then a series of excruciating operations took him to the brink - physically, emotionally and spiritually. Writing during his journey of recovery, Patrick reflects on the true nature of courage as he explores: - how we find God in times of suffering - how we can know God''s peace when life is anything but peaceful - how we allow ourselves the grace to rest when we''re running on empty - how we can stay fully present in the moment. In doing so, he heartens and encourages us to grasp the love of God at an ever-deeper level.

Snips and snails and puppy dog tails& that s how the old nursery rhyme goes, but parents know that a baby boy is made of so much more. In this companion book to Sugar & Spice, illustrator Becky Kelly and writer Patrick Regan have once again teamed up to create a perfect gift for new parents" but this time it s all about the boys. Spirited and sprightly, the extraordinary illustrations and charming text capture all the boisterous joy that bouncing baby boys bring into the world.

MCTS 70-680: Microsoft Windows 7, Configuring is the perfect study guide to help you pass Microsoft’s MCTS 70-680 exam. It provides coverage and practice questions for every exam topic. The book contains an extensive set of preparation tools, such as quizzes, Exam Alerts, and a practice exam, while the CD provides real-time practice and feedback with two complete sample exams. Covers the critical information you’ll need to know to score higher on your MCTS 70-680 exam! . Understand how Windows 7 differs from previous versions . Install, upgrade, and migrate to Windows 7 . Configure basic and advanced Windows networking . Enforce security with Windows Firewall and Windows Defender . Administer users, systems, disks, and printers . Manage and safely share files and folders . Work with Windows applications and Internet Explorer 8 . Support mobile computers . Remotely manage Windows systems . Optimize Windows 7 system performance . Efficiently back up systems and reliably recover them CD FEATURES 2 complete sample exams The test engine gives you an effective tool to assess your readiness for the exam . Detailed explanations of correct and incorrect answers . Multiple test modes . Random questions and order of answers . Coverage of each MCTS 70-680 exam objective

Thank You Kindly offers a splendid way to thank a special friend for all she does. Offering counsel, lending a hand, listening to secrets, and supporting your goals and dreams are all special things friends do that sometimes get overlooked. This little volume allows you the perfect opportunity to tell a friend you''re grateful too for quiet times when words are left unsaid. "I don''t know how to thank you but I''ll let this be a start and say thank you very kindly from the bottom of my heart."

Nothing says "I love you" better than one of the 250 cuddly teddy bears in the award-winning Boyds collection.I Love You Beary Muchis your favorite pair of slippers and a cup of hot chocolate in book form! It offers a furry, friendly smile that will soften the staunchest curmudgeon and enchant the dearest friend.As the foremost authority on teddy bears, Boyds offers the perfect gift book to say "I love you."I Love You Beary Muchis perfect for Valentine''s Day, birthdays, anniversaries, and any day with the letter "Y" in it!In this sweet, cuddly book, each meaningful thought is paired with an adorable Boyds Collection bear. Here are just a few:* My secret love is sweeter than honey.* I love my sweetie more than ice cream-and you know that''s saying something!* Being with the amazing person makes me feel like anything is possible.I Love You Beary Muchoffers up precious sentiments with the timelessness and comfort of the famous Boyds teddy bears. It''s a unique, delightful way to show someone how much you care!

A small girl recants the many ways teachers in her life have made her feel she can succeed at anything.

A photographic penguin-filled ode to mom arriving just in time for Mother’s Day from the successful team who created Flipping Brilliant and other top-selling gift books. Jonathan Chester and Patrick Regan''s My Unflappable Mom is a loving tribute to “the most rare of birds—the incredible, unflappable mom.” You know the type. Band-Aids. Car pools. Freshly baked cookies. The 5th grade scale model of Mt. Vesuvius she helped sculpt out of papier-mache—complete with pyrotechnics. Chester’s striking and intimate nature photographs of tuxedoed penguins and their young beautifully illustrate Regan’s charming verse that honors those incredible, unflappable moms who nurture and instill a spirit of adventure and independence in their young. While it’s a mom’s job to be ever watchful, fiercely protective, and deeply engaged in her children’s lives, it’s also a mom’s job to let go—to send her young into the big scary world—whether that means walking away without looking back on the first day of kindergarten or nudging them gently out of the nest as young adults. In My Unflappable Mom, Chester and Regan celebrate the relationship between mother and child while praising mom for being the rare bird that she is—and that’s definitely something to flap about.

''The Bible is way more honest than most churches about the actual levels of pain and confusion in life. That''s why we need this book. It''s going to provoke ten thousand honest conversations, helping to bring healing, hope and understanding to many who currently suffer in silence.'' Pete Greig, Founder of 24-7 Prayer and leader of Emmaus Rd Church, Guildford IT''S OK NOT TO BE OK Honesty Over Silence seeks to open up conversations around topics that many find difficult, such as trusting God when life is painful, dealing with anxiety and depression, learning to look after ourselves, developing our character, and living with thankful hearts even in tough seasons. It examines our strength in letting go of our need to be in control, as well as looking at how we can stop comparing ourselves to others, and instead live authentically and honestly as we grow into the people God has created us to be. ''The power of this book is in its piercing honesty and vulnerability. It gives a voice to those issues that we as Christians sometimes want silenced: what happens when darkness falls? Where is God in mental illness? Can I ever be enough? Through Patrick''s stories of his own life and those of others, he powerfully reminds us that a life of faith is smattered with, but not shattered by, dark places. This is an amazing book which will bless, encourage and comfort many.'' Tim and Rachel Hughes, Lead Pastors at Gas Street Church, Birmingham

This book argues that the militarization of a society is a process, a sociological phenomenon, that has a life of its own and that feeds upon itself.

Forget that overpriced greeting card! These 50 illustrated vouchers are the perfect way to honor the mother of all milestones: the big 5-0. Better than a penalty-free withdrawal, they''re sure to bring a few good laughs at the joys (and the pains) of getting older. The convenient size and perforated pages enable a gift giver to bestow birthday coupons individually by tucking them into a card, purse, or briefcase. Perfect for birthdays, and a great gift for anytime anyone is dealing with a midlife milestone!