The Christian Science Monitor's #1 Best Book of the YearA witty, informative, and popular travelogue about the Scandinavian countries and how they may not be as happy or as perfect as we assume, “The Almost Nearly Perfect People offers up the ideal mixture of intriguing and revealing facts” (Laura Miller, Salon).Journalist Michael Booth has lived among the Scandinavians for more than ten years, and he has grown increasingly frustrated with the rose-tinted view of this part of the world offered up by the Western media. In this timely book he leaves his adopted home of Denmark and embarks on a journey through all five of the Nordic countries to discover who these curious tribes are, the secrets of their success, and, most intriguing of all, what they think of one another.Why are the Danes so happy, despite having the highest taxes? Do the Finns really have the best education system? Are the Icelanders as feral as they sometimes appear? How are the Norwegians spending their fantastic oil wealth? And why do all of them hate the Swedes? In The Almost Nearly Perfect People Michael Booth explains who the Scandinavians are, how they differ and why, and what their quirks and foibles are, and he explores why these societies have become so successful and models for the world. Along the way a more nuanced, often darker picture emerges of a region plagued by taboos, characterized by suffocating parochialism, and populated by extremists of various shades. They may very well be almost nearly perfect, but it isn’t easy being Scandinavian. Read more

No American can afford to ignore Project 2025. Here's why.From J.E. Fowlers, best-selling author of Democracy at Risk, comes a groundbreaking exposé that uncovers the chilling truths behind Project 2025, a carefully orchestrated conservative blueprint threatening to reshape America’s democracy. 200 Dangerous Truths About Project 2025 tears apart the mystery, revealing 200 alarming facts straight from the Heritage Foundation’s Mandate for Leadership, organized into 20 powerful chapters.A Radical Agenda to Destroy ProgressThis concise yet impactful summary exposes the real purpose behind Project 2025: to dismantle healthcare, roll back civil rights, and erase decades of progress for women, the LGBTQ+ community, and marginalized groups. With clear, no-nonsense language, Fowlers unveils what’s truly at stake—decades of hard-won progress could vanish overnight.Personal Freedoms Under AttackAt its core, 200 Dangerous Truths shines a light on how Project 2025 aims to shift power to the elite, stripping personal freedoms from millions of everyday Americans. This isn’t a hypothetical threat—Project 2025 is a carefully laid plan, already in motion, to expand authoritarian control and sacrifice individual rights for political power.The Clock is Ticking—Act NowIf you value democracy and freedom, this book is essential reading. Project 2025 isn’t just a policy—it’s a direct threat to the future of America. Don’t wait until it’s too late to understand what’s really at play. Arm yourself with the facts and take a stand before our most fundamental rights are stripped away.Buy now and join the fight to protect America’s future. Read more

Hollywood Window to the Stars Vol 2 takes a critical, no holds barred look at numerous legends of the movies, from Veronica Lake to Frank Sinatra, and re-examines them in light of the veritable mountain of new information available today. These are not detailed biographies as such, but envelopes of trivia, scandal, viewpoints, accomplishments, failings, character flaws etc. Each one liberally sprinkled with quotes by and about the individuals examined. You will find your idols (in most cases) were far from perfect. This volume also contains a load of fascinating extras toward the end of the book. Read more

Become an eyewitness to medieval times and learn what it takes to become a knight.The iconic eyewitness is back in a new and improved format to be passed down through the generations.This picture-led reference guide will take you on a visual tour of the history of knights. Children will learn all about the fascinating journey of a knight, from being a page or a squire at an early age undergoing rigorous training before making it to the ceremony of dubbing.Throughout the pages of this newly revised book on knights, you can expect to find: A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and “eyewitness” accounts from experts in the field.A visual tour through the topic combined with bite-sized text.A collectible poster revealing facts and photographs from the book.Eyewitness Knight introduces children to the world of the medieval horseback warrior and how they lived. Children can learn what knights wore into battle and enter a gallery of swords and other weapons that were an important part of a knight's armory. This all-encompassing guide to knights is packed with facts, diagrams, and statistics and is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning. So, what’s new? Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.Explore the series!Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Journey down the River Amazon and explore the rainforest with Eyewitness Amazon, learn how to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change, or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic. Read more

In this spellbinding account of an historic but troubled orbital mission, noted space historian Colin Burgess takes us back to an electrifying time in American history, when intrepid pioneers were launched atop notoriously unreliable rockets at the very dawn of human space exploration.A nation proudly and collectively came to a standstill on the day this mission flew; a day that will be forever enshrined in American spaceflight history. On the morning of February 20, 1962, following months of frustrating delays, a Marine Corps war hero and test pilot named John Glenn finally blazed a path into orbit aboard a compact capsule named Friendship 7.The book’s tension-filled narrative faithfully unfolds through contemporary reports and the personal recollections of astronaut John Glenn, along with those closest to the Friendship 7 story, revealing previously unknown facts behind one of America’s most ambitious and memorable pioneering space missions.Friendship 7.The book’s tension-filled narrative faithfully unfolds through contemporary reports and the personal recollections of astronaut John Glenn, along with those closest to the Friendship 7 story, revealing previously unknown facts behind one of America’s most ambitious and memorable pioneering space missions.Friendship 7 story, revealing previously unknown facts behind one of America’s most ambitious and memorable pioneering space missions. Read more

Get to Know Taylor Swift—As a Kid! (For readers ages 8-12)READERS’ FAVORITE REVIEW: “5 Stars... Inspirational... Highly recommended for middle school readers.”“Growing Up As…Taylor Swift is not just a biography; it’s an inspiration for young minds. Angela Gail Griffin skillfully weaves Taylor’s story into a narrative that resonates with middle school students, providing them with a role model who embodies the qualities we strive to instill in our youth.”—Brian Butler, educator, former principal, and author of educational books“In today’s world, little girls need to be inspired and encouraged to believe that who they already are and what they have is enough to make a difference in this world. This story helps to make that point clear!”—Rachel Williams-Smith, Ph.D., Ed.D. Dean, School of Journalism and Communication, Southern Adventist University“A book about Taylor Swift like none other, revealing little-known facts about her childhood and how she became the international musical phenomenon she is today.”—Tara Lewis, marketing specialist on the Percy Jackson series and for such authors as Maurice Sendak and Caroline KennedyGrowing Up As…Taylor Swift is the uplifting biography of a girl who grew up on a Christmas tree farm and became one of the most beloved musical artists of all time.In middle school, Taylor was bullied and ostracized by her schoolmates because they were jealous of her early success. Yet young Taylor never stopped doing what she loved: singing!Taylor wrote her first song when she was twelve. At thirteen she landed a record deal. At fourteen she became the youngest songwriter at Sony Records. At sixteen she recorded her first hit song.Growing Up As…Taylor Swift reminds children that dreams really can come true if you believe in yourself and never stop doing what brings you joy.Growing Up As...Taylor Swift is the debut book in the series WHEN THEY WERE KIDS. In this biography series, middle school readers will delve into the childhoods of their heroes, both contemporary and historical icons, with each book focusing almost exclusively on the subject’s younger, formative years. Each book features original artwork on the cover and in each chapter.No other biography series is quite like it! And it all begins with Taylor Swift… Read more

Become an eyewitness to the battlegrounds of Vietnam with this visual and informative guide on the Vietnam War.The iconic eyewitness is back in a new and improved format to be passed down through the generations.This picture-led reference guide will take you on a visual tour of the history of the Vietnam War. Children aged 9+ will learn all about the conflict's lasting legacy, offering insights into the strategies, battles, and personal stories that defined the era.Throughout the pages of this newly revised book on the Vietnam War, you can expect to find: A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and “eyewitness” accounts from experts in the field.A visual tour through the topic combined with bite-sized text.A collectible poster revealing facts and photographs from the book.Eyewitness Vietnam War introduces children to the roots of the conflict, from colonial struggles to Cold War tensions, and how these shaped the Vietnam War's course. Children can learn about the significant battles, strategies, and political movements that influenced the war's outcome and its aftermath. Engage with eye-opening visuals, including maps, photographs, and personal artifacts that illustrate the war's impact on soldiers and civilians alike. This all-encompassing guide is packed with facts, diagrams, and statistics and is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning. So, what’s new? Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.Explore the series!Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Journey down the River Amazon and explore the rainforest with Eyewitness Amazon, learn how to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic. Read more