Global Age

In a clear and far-reaching reckoning, The Fractured Age lays bare the threats and opportunities that will shape the world economy over the coming decade. It charts the emergence of geopolitical blocs in a world undergoing profound change - blocs whose relative size and economic diversity will be pivotal in reordering everything from goods trade and investment flows to technology transfers and access to critical minerals.

Girls aged 12+ are loving MEAN GIRLS The Teenage Years! Continue the journey of Sandy and Remmy into High School. Both step-sisters join into clubs that are not considered to be "cool" and are having fun meeting new friends. Sandy's relationship with Tony becomes closer. And Remmy is confused about Charlie and Nick while trying to deal with Bridget's rejection of their friendship. One of Tony's friends goes over the top with harassing Remmy, causing her much distress. Who will she reach out to...Charlie or Nick? There's only one way to find out!

Dramatic 3 Book Set for girls aged 9-12. Book 1: My New Step-Sister is the story of Remmy, a 12-year-old girl who moves across the country with her mom to start a new life. Remmy is excited about having a step-sister...but Sandy feels differently. And when Remmy arrives, Sandy and her friends do their best to make Remmy feel isolated and sad. With the help of Amelia and Charlie (the cutest boy in the school), Remmy tries hard to stop the non-stop and cruel bullying. In Book 2: Bullies...Remmy continues to suffer from Sandy and her 'vampires' mean bullying. Amelia comes to the rescue and ...

Earth (Ship book four) is two stories occurring in the same place but at different points in time. The first timeline starts seven years after a man-made plague appears to kill everyone on Earth. Six Technical Force survivors struggle to discover what happened to all the people and defend themselves against Ice Age animals and an unknown human enemy that also survived. They establish a new home in Oregon where generations of children spread their exploration throughout the mainland U.S. The second timeline concerns the events following Jake McDonald’s return to Earth more than a hundred ...

As you read this a global race is under way for Quantum Computing Supremacy by various Countries. Who will win? - That is the question this book answers with its total analysis of all the factors in play. The dawn of the quantum age is upon us. Quantum computing, once confined to the realm of theoretical physics, is rapidly transforming from a scientific curiosity into a powerful technological force with the potential to revolutionize industries and redefine global power dynamics. This book explores the intense global competition surrounding the development and deployment of this ...

It used to be that ravaging another country’s economy required blockading its ports and laying siege to its cities. Now all it takes is a statement posted online by the U.S. government. In Chokepoints, Edward Fishman, a former top State Department sanctions official, takes us deep into the back rooms of power to reveal the untold history of the last two decades of U.S. foreign policy, in which America renounced the gospel of globalization and waged a new kind of economic war.

Funny Book for Kids: Summer Camp is supposed to be fun...right? AJ is not so sure, especially when he arrives and sees his old enemy Cedric! Luckily they aren't in the same cabin! Unluckily, they have to compete against each other to win the Camp Competition. Cedric starts playing "dirty" tricks on AJ's Cabin. Will AJ, Hawk, and Mike get revenge? Who will come out as the final winner? This is the second book in the Diary of an Almost Cool Boy series. It is perfect for boys and girls aged 7-11 who like funny books.

Mean Girls seem to surround Remmy. But she wonders, has she turned into a mean girl too? Why did she stupidly follow Sandy's List??? If only she could turn back time! Do you know what it feels like to be all alone? Totally friendless? The silence is deafening and the clock seems to freeze. This is Remmy's life now. Her best friends, Charlie and Bridget have totally rejected her, and the new girl Sydney is trying her best to ignore her. Sydney has taken her place at the lunch table! Sydney has taken over her best friends! Remmy's life is in turmoil and she wants nothing to do with Sandy and ...

A funny book for boys and girls aged 7 and up. This fantastic book includes two stories. Perfect for kids who like to laugh. Hi, my name is AJ...well, actually, it is Arthur. This is my story. I'm not cool. I'm the middle, just your average 6th grader. My best friend is Mike, and my worst enemy is Cedric. Don't tell anyone, but I really like a girl called Julia, and I don't get on with my sister. Mom is a fitness instructor, and Dad is a real estate salesman. In book 2, AJ goes to camp. Summer Camp is supposed to be fun...right? AJ is not so sure, especially when he arrives and sees his old...

Bitcoin became a buzzword overnight. A cyber enigma with an enthusiastic following, it pops up in headlines and fuels endless media debate. You can apparently use it to buy anything from coffee to cars, yet few people seem truly to understand what it is. This raises the question: Why should anyone care about bitcoin? In The Age of Cryptocurrency, Wall Street journalists Paul Vigna and Michael J. Casey deliver the definitive answer to this question.

The Perfect Book for Girls aged 9-12 who love Drama, Bullying, Boy Crushes, and Magic! Lindy is a normal 12-year-old girl who has a twin sister called Cindy. Cindy is anything BUT normal! She is a witch and her special powers come to the rescue to save the girls from embarrassment and heartache. The twin's dad is a teacher at their school - yes very awkward! But even worse, their Grandmother has fallen in love with the Principal! New students arrive from a neighboring school that suspiciously burned to the ground. Two new girls cause chaos and drama! And Cindy uses her magic irresponsibly ...

This live recording could not be more fun! A seasoned storyteller who loves rhythm and song joins with a traditional musician playing instruments ranging from mountain dulcimer to a cardboard box drum to create multicultural magic. The stories come from Siberia, the Makah tradition of Alaska, Cajun Louisiana, Palestine, the British Isles, and the American South.

We live in an age of extreme corporate concentration, in which global industries are controlled by just a few giant firms - big banks, big pharma, and big tech, just to name a few. But concern over what Louis Brandeis called the "curse of bigness" can no longer remain the province of specialist lawyers and economists, for it has spilled over into policy and politics, even threatening democracy itself.

In Book 4, Maddi is absolutely loving life. Mr. TDH has become one of her two best friends. And a new puppy brings love, happiness, and embarrassment to Maddi's life. Read about her hilarious and sometimes embarrassing experiences at the school swimming carnival, the costume ball, and the Gold Pass Day. But Maddi also faces two challenges...a horrible new Principal and an old rival in the shape of Linda Douglas! Yes, Linda is still trying to interfere with Mr. TDH! Some girls NEVER change!!! You'll love this new book in the Best Selling series...Diary of an Almost Cool Girl. Perfect for ...

Twins Book 4: Consequences This book continues the eventful story of two identical twin girls who have finally been reunited after their separation at birth. When their decision to swap places does not go according to plan, the girls are forced to face consequences beyond their control. Things start to become very complicated, and this is not at all what they had in mind. How will they deal with what lies in their path, and what unforeseen circumstances will their choices lead to? This is another captivating story that you are sure to enjoy. It is a great book for girls, full of suspense, ...

Twins: Book 5 - Turmoil This book continues the story of Casey and Ali, two identical twin girls who have finally discovered the secret that has been kept from them since birth. Just as things seem to be going well, a new discovery takes place that throws their lives into turmoil once again. An unforeseen event leads Jake to question the girls' identity. But has he discovered the truth, and if so, what will the consequences be? In addition, Casey is reminded about something important that she is completely unprepared for. What will the girls do to help Casey avoid failure at school and the ...

*** Please note that this book will be republished soon. Follow me or join my mailing list for updates.*** ☆☆☆☆☆ 'Satisfying, brilliant, thrilling and funny!' (Marcia, Goodreads) Crikey mate! It’s 1983. Wham! are top of the charts. Two besties are on their Big O.E. in London. Then one of them meets a bloke and things turn to shit. Jafa, Jennie Agatha Frances Arthur, is a bit pissed off, to say the least. She can’t understand it. It’s not like he, the bloke – Nigel - is George Michael, or anything. Not even close. Jennie and Evie had planned this trip of a lifetime since ...

What will High School be like for Remmy and Sandy? Almost all of their friends are attending the same school, except for Charlie! He is attending an all-boys private boarding school, much to Remmy's disappointment. Sandy is still friends with Rachel and Susie, but she is starting to question those friendships when they join in with another group of 'cool' girls. High School is starting to feel like a repeat of Middle School. An immediate attraction to a boy called Tony gives Sandy some breathing space, and she explores her creative side with the drama club. The two step-sisters grow apart ...

The governments and central banks of the developed world have tried every policy tool imaginable, yet our economies remain sluggish, or worse. How did we get here, and how can we emerge from the longest downturn in recent memory? Daniel Alpert, a progressive Wall Street banker and economist, argues that we are living in the age of oversupply.

If you loved Mean Girls and wanted to know what happened to Sydney...then this is the story for you. And you get the first 3 books in this amazing new series. Hope you enjoy this exciting story for girls aged 9-12. Okay, Sydney may have burnt her parents' house down, but it was an accident. In Book 1, Sydney is sent to boarding school. Yes, her parents were dumping her in a school in LA and returning to New York without her. Totally unfair! Sydney's privileged life is all about to change. In order to be accepted, Harper puts Sydney through 9 Rule Challenges. Will Sydney conquer the ...