Books with author Chris Cook

There’s never been a better time to be an entrepreneur, and yet finding the blueprint that can help you start or grow your business is a huge challenge. Every day, thousands of blog posts, podcasts, and videos are posted to guide and inspire entrepreneurs just like you.Why, then, do you feel paralyzed by the overwhelm of information that tells you everything but what you need to know right now about your business? Where should you start and what advice should you trust with your time, money, and valuable ideas?In Founder, Farmer, Tinker, Thief, business mentor Chris Cooper shows you the clear path forward by breaking your entrepreneurial journey into four distinct phases. He lays out the top priorities for each phase and shows you, step by step, what to do – and what to avoid – whether you’ve been in business twenty years or are just getting started.

What is forensic science and how is it used to solve a crime? Explore the fascinating, and sometimes gory, world of forensics, where science helps crack the case. How do you know if a red stain is blood or ketchup, or whose blood it is? Can computers really recognize your face in a crowd? Why are fingerprints so important in an investigation? Learn why it is critical to quickly secure a crime scene, and how DNA sampling works. Find out how maggots can reveal how long someone has been dead, or how a single fabric fiber can lead to the murderer. From the scene of the crime to testing in the laboratory, you will get to know how all the clues are put together to tell a story and reveal the guilty person. Discover how methods have changed since the days of Sherlock Holmes, the latest technology in use today, and techniques of the future. Flip to the reference section to learn about pioneers in the field, see a timeline of forensic firsts, and locate museums and special websites to visit for further inspiration and exploration. The glossary gives you all the vocab you need to sound like a real CSI expert.

There’s never been a better time to be an entrepreneur, and yet finding the blueprint that can help you start or grow your business is a huge challenge. Every day, thousands of blog posts, podcasts, and videos are posted to guide and inspire entrepreneurs just like you.Why, then, do you feel paralyzed by the overwhelm of information that tells you everything but what you need to know right now about your business? Where should you start and what advice should you trust with your time, money, and valuable ideas?In Founder, Farmer, Tinker, Thief, business mentor Chris Cooper shows you the clear path forward by breaking your entrepreneurial journey into four distinct phases. He lays out the top priorities for each phase and shows you, step by step, what to do – and what to avoid – whether you’ve been in business twenty years or are just getting started.

Santa Claus is real! Read the true story of Santa Claus and learn how he became the man he is today. A classic Christmas story inspiring both kids and adults to live their lives like Saint Nicholas and Christ.Note from the author:I remember Christmas time was always the happiest time growing up. I can’t think of anything besides God’s spirit in the air and through other people that made everything so joyous. Santa Claus of course was a big part of my upbringing and brought so much excitement. As I grew older I wanted to be more like Santa Claus. The more I learned about him, the more I wanted to be like him. Nicholas is an inspiration to us all and how we can be closer to Christ in our lives.

An informative and visual guide to the world of crime-scene investigation, this DK Eyewitness book explores how science helps crack the case.Be an eyewitness of the crime scene with DK Eyewitness Books: Forensic Science. Learn about the importance of correctly handling evidence, find out why fingerprints are so critical to an investigation, see how faces can be reconstructed, explore the clues in different blood splatters, and more. From the scene of the crime to testing in the laboratory, you will learn how all the clues are put together to tell a story.Flip to the reference section to learn about the major pioneers in the field, see a timeline of forensic firsts, and locate museum exhibitions and special websites to visit to further explore this fascinating subject.DK Eyewitness Books are a perennial favorite of parents, teachers, and school-age kids, with their stunning artwork and photography and easy-to-understand text.

I Hate GrayMiddle child caught between childhood and growing up with her suburban upbringing, and trying to chase her big city dreams. Her indecisiveness causes her to have anxiety. She doesn't want to be that way, she hates it but it is a big part of who she is. Battling anxiety, starting college, being in love or not for the first time and trying to maintain her relationship with God in a world she doesn't quit understand. Nothing seems black and white but gray. About The Author Christian Sandra-Elise Cook is from the suburbs of Detroit. At age 16, she graduated high school and then attended Columbia College Chicago. Here, she obtained a BA in Public Relations, and discovered her depth as a woman and a writer by taking various creative writing courses and using the city of Chicago as her campus. After being accepted into a writing program in Paris she rediscovered her passion for her first true love, writing. Paris was also Christian’s first time traveling outside of the United States and it opened her eyes to new experiences, a slower pace, and it made her question life as she understood it. Always curious, Christian discusses life, faith, and all the unexpected occurrences in between.

What is forensic science and how is it used to solve a crime? Explore the fascinating, and sometimes gory, world of forensics, where science helps crack the case. How do you know if a red stain is blood or ketchup, or whose blood it is? Can computers really recognize your face in a crowd? Why are fingerprints so important in an investigation? Learn why it is critical to quickly secure a crime scene, and how DNA sampling works. Find out how maggots can reveal how long someone has been dead, or how a single fabric fiber can lead to the murderer. From the scene of the crime to testing in the laboratory, you will get to know how all the clues are put together to tell a story and reveal the guilty person. Discover how methods have changed since the days of Sherlock Holmes, the latest technology in use today, and techniques of the future. Flip to the reference section to learn about pioneers in the field, see a timeline of forensic firsts, and locate museums and special websites to visit for further inspiration and exploration. The glossary gives you all the vocab you need to sound like a real CSI expert.

Fifteen year old Gabriel's life is about to change forever. He discovers everything surrounding his life has been a lie. A journey begins that lets Gabriel discover who he really is and what his destiny is. He learns he has special abilities that he must use to defeat an evil group that has been looking for him ever since his birth. Along the way he discovers friendship, family, and love. Will he learn enough in time to stop the evil?