Books with author Paul D Jackson

Hi, it's me, Abbey. And I have started a new diary. Mother and I have moved to a beautiful new home in a very rich neighborhood. Sadly, this came about because she and Father have split up. But I'm not going to talk about that because it makes me very sad. Instead I'm going to tell you about the new friends I made--some good, some not so good. Some human, some not so human. There was Travis, the cutest boy in school. I couldn't believe when he wanted to spend time with me studying! I've never had other girls me jealous of me before. But the best friend I could ever have is Liam, a wiry red-headed athlete with whom I've shared my craziest adventures.This diary ends up being a story about the Wejjits, a colony of magical creatures that live in a cavern beneath my home. And then there's Binky, the adorable and mischievous Wejjit. Together, along with the rest of the colony, we embark on an amazing adventure: making great friends (Liam in particular), discovering the mysteries of Allanda, thwarting bullies, fighting Barats, and even going up against a dragon!Throughout this adventure, I dared to do things I'd never dreamed of. I learned how to stick up for myself as well as for those who matter, not to care what others think or say, and how to believe in me. Most of all, in discovering Allanda, I discovered who Abigail Rhodes really is.

On October 4, 1957, the day Leave It to Beaver premiered on American television, the Soviet Union launched the space age. Sputnik, all of 184 pounds with only a radio transmitter inside its highly polished shell, became the first artificial satellite in space; while it immediately shocked the world, its long-term impact was even greater, for it profoundly changed the shape of the twentieth century. Paul Dickson chronicles the dramatic events and developments leading up to and resulting from Sputnik’s launch. Supported by groundbreaking, original research and many declassified documents, Sputnik offers a fascinating profile of the early American and Soviet space programs and a strikingly revised picture of the politics and personalities behind the facade of America’s fledgling efforts to get into space. The U.S. public reaction to Sputnik was monumental. In a single weekend, Americans were wrenched out of a mood of national smugness and postwar material comfort. Initial shock at and fear of the Soviets’ intentions galvanized the country and swiftly prompted innovative developments that define our world today. Sputnik directly or indirectly influenced nearly every aspect of American life: from an immediate shift toward science in the classroom to the arms race that defined the Cold War, the competition to reach the moon, and the birth of the internet. By shedding new light on a pivotal era, Dickson expands our knowledge of the world we now inhabit and reminds us that the story of Sputnik goes far beyond technology and the beginning of the space age, and that its implications are still being felt today.

From Paul Dickson, the Casey Award–winning author of Bill Veeck: Baseball's Greatest Maverick, the first full biography of Leo Durocher, one of the most colorful and important figures in baseball history.Leo Durocher (1906–1991) was baseball's all-time leading cocky, flamboyant, and galvanizing character, casting a shadow across several eras, from the time of Babe Ruth to the Space Age Astrodome, from Prohibition through the Vietnam War. For more than forty years, he was at the forefront of the game, with a Zelig-like ability to be present as a player or manager for some of the greatest teams and defining baseball moments of the twentieth century. A rugged, combative shortstop and a three-time All-Star, he became a legendary manager, winning three pennants and a World Series in 1954. Durocher performed on three main stages: New York, Chicago, and Hollywood. He entered from the wings, strode to where the lights were brightest, and then took a poke at anyone who tried to upstage him. On occasion he would share the limelight, but only with Hollywood friends such as actor Danny Kaye, tough-guy and sometime roommate George Raft, Frank Sinatra, and his third wife, movie star Laraine Day.As he did with Bill Veeck, Dickson explores Durocher's life and times through primary source materials, interviews with those who knew him, and original newspaper files. A superb addition to baseball literature, Leo Durocher offers fascinating and fresh insights into the racial integration of baseball, Durocher's unprecedented suspension from the game, the two clubhouse revolts staged against him in Brooklyn and Chicago, and Durocher's vibrant life off the field.

This new, vastly expanded and enriched version of The Official Rules presents precisely 5,427 laws, principles, rules, proverbs, and aphorisms collected by Paul Dickson and the esteemed Fellows of the Murphy Center for the Codification of Human and Organizational Law. This often amusing, sometimes profound, collection of "official rules" was gathered one rule at a time over more than forty years from pundits, prophets, and everyday folks. It provides a means of coping in a world of human error and foibles where nothing is ever as simple as it seems, everything takes longer than expected, and inanimate objects possess an innate perversity. In sum it is rich testimony to the resiliency of the human spirit in facing the pitfalls and potholes of modern life. Though the vast majority of these life lessons were gathered in the 20th century, they are still timely and concise enough to fit inside the framework of a tweet. Recognizing the humor in adversity, these comic truths encourage acceptance of life's little imperfections. For example, Agnes Allen's timeless law: Almost anything is easier to get into than out of.

Paul’s origami, pop-up and paper sculpture books have sold more than 2 million copies worldwide. The spectacular paper airplanes in Origami Airplanes are so easy and fun to make, even first-time flyers will have a plane soaring through the air in no time. All the designs were chosen because they feature a special detail of paper plane design, such as being very wide or narrow, great for flying outdoors, a strange shape, having an unusual launch or being acrobatic. Origami Airplanes includes 60 sheets of origami paper as well as tips and tricks for making all your planes fly really . . . REALLY . . . well! Professional paper artist and instructor living in Tel Aviv, Israel, Paul Jackson’s work has been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world. Paul was a featured artist in the award-winning 2010 documentary Between the Folds. He is the author of more than 25 books on origami, pop-ups, and paper sculpture. Visit his website at www.origami-artist.com. Includes 60 Sheets Origami Paper 17 Color Photographs, 300 Illustrations

edited 3/24/13After thousands of years without magic, Thad a young man has reawakened the lost art. The only problem is that he is being held prisoner by the queen of Farlan a country where men are second class citizens. With rebellion and war knocking on the Queendom's door, Queen Serena must try and convince Thad to aid her or else her country will fall to the militant rule of the oppressive Ablaians.

Paul’s origami, pop-up and paper sculpture books have sold more than 2 million copies worldwide. The spectacular paper airplanes in Origami Airplanes are so easy and fun to make, even first-time flyers will have a plane soaring through the air in no time. All the designs were chosen because they feature a special detail of paper plane design, such as being very wide or narrow, great for flying outdoors, a strange shape, having an unusual launch or being acrobatic. Origami Airplanes includes 60 sheets of origami paper as well as tips and tricks for making all your planes fly really . . . REALLY . . . well!A professional paper artist and instructor living in Tel Aviv, Israel, Paul Jackson’s work has been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world. Paul was a featured artist in the award-winning 2010 documentary Between the Folds. He is the author of more than 25 books on origami, pop-ups, and paper sculpture. Visit his website at www.origami-artist.com.

Meet Chipper the songbird, a Northern Cardinal who is rather slow at growing his feathers. He can only hope to be like other birds. Chipper is destined by the nature of his own heart, to deliver a Christmas gift not even Santa sees coming! This beautifully written narrative poem shares the spirit abiding within. No other book of its kind compares to this one's notoriety and compliment among ACEO artists world wide! Perhaps this is because the book itself has a secret... Anyone can add their own art on paper to any page! So embellish the pages of your choice or simply enjoy the story as it stands. Find out more on the author's website: www.SantasSongbird.com

From the Casey Award–winning author of Bill Veeck: Baseball's Greatest Maverick, the first full biography of Leo Durocher, one of the most colorful and important figures in baseball history.Leo Durocher (1906–1991) was baseball's all-time leading cocky, flamboyant, and galvanizing character, casting a shadow across several eras, from the time of Babe Ruth to the Space Age Astrodome, from Prohibition through the Vietnam War. For more than forty years, he was at the forefront of the game, with a Zelig-like ability to be present as a player or manager for some of the greatest teams and defining baseball moments of the twentieth century. A rugged, combative shortstop and a three-time All-Star, he became a legendary manager, winning three pennants and a World Series in 1954. Durocher performed on three main stages: New York, Chicago, and Hollywood. He entered from the wings, strode to where the lights were brightest, and then took a poke at anyone who tried to upstage him. On occasion he would share the limelight, but only with Hollywood friends such as actor Danny Kaye, tough-guy and sometime roommate George Raft, Frank Sinatra, and his third wife, movie star Laraine Day.As he did with Bill Veeck, Dickson explores Durocher's life and times through primary source materials, interviews with those who knew him, and original newspaper files. A superb addition to baseball literature, Leo Durocher offers fascinating and fresh insights into the racial integration of baseball, Durocher's unprecedented suspension from the game, the two clubhouse revolts staged against him in Brooklyn and Chicago, and Durocher's vibrant life off the field.

Kids ages 6-12 will love this high-interest, humorous, fun adventure story, and it can be read aloud to younger children age 5-6. Here's what readers are saying about this exciting and funny picture book:WOW! A Good Read for children. Both of my kids adore this book. -- S.R. One of the Best Children Books I Have Ever Read. My niece and I really enjoyed reading it. -- I.W. Best Children Book Ever! The writer J.D. Jackson OOZES style! Your child will fall into the book like in a dream! 애들에게 꼭 읽히시길 바랍니다. 강추!!! -- J.P. Great vocabulary for kids to learn in this book. This book can help with reading, language skills and spelling, all wrapped up in a classic story. -- N.D. A Fun and Educational Story. It's the perfect way to get kids excited about reading and learning new words. -- 2acresYou and your kids will love reading this book. Grab "The Sleepy, Clumsy Dragon" now while it is still at this discounted price.