Building Buildings

How does a woman build her house? Nancy Wilson begins with the kitchen table, remembering how each scratch and stain in the wood chronicles "hours of stories and jokes, questions and concerns (through courtships and pregnancies), prayers and discussions." She continues, each essay full of stories and encouragement—the beauty of imperfection, the comfort of Velveeta, the strengths of mothers- and daughters-in-law, the honesty that is submission, the laughter of reading aloud.

Major General Joseph P. Franklin (ret.) believes almost everything that he is as an adult can be traced back to his days at West Point, where he was not only a cadet but an instructor, football coach, and eventually Commandant of Cadets. U.S. Military Academy graduates are found at the highest levels in every walk of life: military, education, business, medicine, law, and government. However, you don't have to graduate from the U.S. Military Academy to embrace its ideals or to benefit from the wisdom that is taught there.

From our offices and homes to schools, hospitals, and restaurants, the indoor spaces where we work, learn, play, eat, and heal have an outsized impact on our performance and well-being. They affect our creativity, focus, and problem-solving ability and can make us sick - jeopardizing our future and dragging down profits in the process. Joseph Allen and John Macomber make a compelling case in this urgently needed book for why every business and home owner should make certain relatively low-cost investments a top priority.

In this engaging scientific memoir, Kenneth Ford recounts the time when, in his mid-20s, he was a member of the team that designed and built the first hydrogen bomb. He worked with - and relaxed with - scientific giants of that time such as Edward Teller, Enrico Fermi, Stan Ulam, John von Neumann, and John Wheeler, and here offers illuminating insights into the personalities, the strengths, and the quirks of these men.

At a time of frightening volatility, what is the average investor to do? The answer: Turn to Burton G. Malkiel's advice in his reassuring, authoritative, gimmick-free, and perennially best-selling guide to investing. Long established as the first book to purchase before starting a portfolio or 401(k), A Random Walk Down Wall Street now features new material on "tax-loss harvesting", the crown jewel of tax management; the current bitcoin bubble; and automated investment advisers; as well as a brand-new chapter on factor investing and risk parity.

"Building Your Tribe for Greatness: Unbreakable Bonds" by Nyowo Scott is your invitation to create a legacy of impact, unity, and resilience. With unmatched insight and heartfelt guidance, Scott inspires you to lead with authenticity, build unshakable relationships, and achieve extraordinary results together. Greatness isn’t a solo journey; it’s forged in the bonds we build with others. Don’t wait. Start your journey today. Your tribe is waiting.

Building While Broken is more than just a book; it's a testament to the indomitable spirit of women who refuse to be defined by their past or constrained by their circumstances. It is a guide crafted from the raw materials of adversity, offering insights, strategies, and wisdom gleaned from navigating the twists and turns of life's unpredictable journey.

"Building Generational Black Wealth: What You Need to Know About Creating Wealth That Lasts" by Keith B. Jones Why do some families pass down financial security for generations, while others struggle just to make ends meet? In this powerful and practical guide, financial coach Keith B. Jones reveals the life-changing strategies Black families can use to build—and maintain—generational wealth. Drawing from decades of experience, Jones dismantles the myths holding many back ("I don't earn enough to invest," "It's too late to start") and replaces them with actionable, step-by-step ...

A world reborn. A fragile peace. A future worth fighting for. In the gripping conclusion of the Afterlife trilogy, Anna Mathers and Jamie Griffin stand on the brink of a new era. Their community has begun to grow and thrive, blending the remnants of cryo survivors and original settlers into a shared vision of survival and progress. But as they take their first steps toward building a future, new challenges arise that threaten to unravel everything they’ve fought for. From the shadows of the woods to the edges of neighboring settlements, whispers of unrest grow louder. Rival factions vie ...

You've got a great idea that will increase revenue or boost productivity—but how do you get the buy-in you need to make it happen? By building a business case that clearly shows your idea's value. That's not always easy: Maybe you're not sure what kind of data your stakeholders will trust. Or perhaps you're intimidated by number crunching. The HBR Guide to Building Your Business Case, written by project management expert Raymond Sheen, gives you the guidance and tools you need to make a strong case.

It’s Drop Night, the one night every decade when the gods hand out cards to a lucky few. If you get a deck, you’re a deckbearer capable of wondrous feats within the Great Game system. You can control powerful monsters and summon mantles that let you fight alongside your beasts. Ethan Wolfe, top enforcer for the Grimm family mob, has already been overlooked on two previous Drop Nights. People of his ilk seldom receive cards, as the gods tend to favor people who follow their divine mandates, but that doesn’t mean Wolfe can’t hope.

Discover a captivating journey into the heart of political engagement with 'Building Bridges.' In a world of fast-paced changes and shifting paradigms, this eBook invites you to connect the dots between the realities of public opinion, the nuances of effective messaging, and the profound influence of carefully crafted policies. 'Building Bridges' sparks curiosity from the first chapter, where it sheds an incisive light on the evolving nature of the modern voter. As you delve deeper, it introduces you to the influential arena of social media and digital outreach, teaching you the art of ...

Relational Acuity 1.0 is a powerful opening to the Relational Acuity series, where you will learn the proper way to build Kingdom relationships (platonic, romantic, professional, familial and ministerial). In this intellectually invigorating, insightful and life-altering guide, you will better understand why you may have failed (in the past) at building healthy relationships. This is a must-have book for believers who want to focus-forward and learn how to truly guard their hearts and build relationships that are both beneficial and rewarding!

Welcome to the exciting world of AI-driven entrepreneurship, where innovation knows no bounds, and financial constraints need not deter your dreams. In this chapter, we embark on a journey that explores how you can harness the power of AI and ChatGPT to create a thriving business with minimal financial investment.

When Everly Tertium encounters a strange man in the park claiming to be her grandfather, she is invited to visit a mysterious apartment building. There, she finds herself in a constant state of déjà vu, impossibly certain that she’s already lived through these moments, already been introduced to these people, and already visited all of these rooms and floors. So why does she have no idea what’s happening to her?

Only 10 percent of the world’s millionaires are women, making it difficult for women to wield the economic power that will create lasting equality. Whatever is stopping you from having seven figures in the bank - whether it’s shaky confidence, knowledge gaps when it comes to wealth-building tactics, imposter syndrome, a janky mindset about money (it’s okay, we’ve all been there!), or simply not knowing where to begin - this book shows you how to clear every obstacle in your way, show up, and glow up.

Arthur lives with his father, a fallen but proud former noble, in Border Village #49, along with the other good folks condemned to toil in service to the Baron. But Arthur has an edge: a stolen heart card that secretly fell into his possession, thanks to a dragon. It’s a priceless source of power for the Baron and the tyrant will kill to get it back. Invaluable, too, to a young man of spellcasting ambitions.

In Building the Literacy Block, veteran public-school educator Bridget Spackman delivers an insightful, practical discussion on establishing an authentic and purposeful workshop model while integrating reading and writing instruction to create a rigorous environment for all learners. Every chapter of the book focuses on an individual element of your literacy block, provides example activities, and offers practical tips on how to accommodate a variety of classroom environments, ages, and learners.

Building Your Real Estate & Rental Property Empire: 23+ Beginners Property Investing Strategies & Tips For Creating Wealth & Passive Income, Managing Tenants, Flipping Houses, AirBnB& More Imagine earning passive income month after month… with one solid investment. Real estate is one of the best ways to generate passive income! From short-term rentals like AirBnB to long-term tenants, or even flipping houses, there is huge potential to generate wealth from real estate. The stock market is exciting and cryptocurrencies are all the rage, but there’s a reason people have been investing...

The 4 Stages of Building Wealth is your ultimate guide to mastering personal finance, building assets, and achieving lasting prosperity. Whether you're looking to retire early, create multiple streams of income, or secure your financial future, this wealth book provides a clear, actionable roadmap tailored to your success. Unlike other money books, this comprehensive guide builds on the proven principles of bestselling financial classics like Rich Dad Poor Dad and The Millionaire Next Door while offering a fresh, practical framework designed for today’s challenges. Whether you’re ...