Books with author Richard Bucci

From #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author Richard Bard comes a heart-pounding adventure of love, loyalty, and survival - as a gifted child faces the ultimate question of whether or not he can kill in order to save his loved ones. A gifted 7-year-old boy and his teen siblings are ripped from their peaceful lives--kidnapped by a sinister organization determined to get back at their father. But when their plane crashes an ocean away in the bear-infested jungles of South China, the mysterious motive behind their abduction is the least of their problems, and they must lever every ounce of their courage and wits to survive the wilds and escape the ruthless drug lord who is hot on their heels. Important Note: Gifted is a compilation novella taken from the Brainrush thriller novels Brainchild and Smoke & Mirrors, which are books four and five of the series. If you've read those full-length novels, then you've already read most of the contents of this novella. An international thriller with soul. Ideal reading for fans of Michael Crichton, Nora Roberts, Clive Cussler, James Rollins, J.D. Robb, Marcus Sakey, Michael Grumley, Brad Thor, Dan Brown, Matthew Reilly, Tom Clancy, Robert Ludlum, and Vince Flynn.

REA's MAXnotes for Richard Wright's Native Son MAXnotes offer a fresh look at masterpieces of literature, presented in a lively and interesting fashion. Written by literary experts who currently teach the subject, MAXnotes will enhance your understanding and enjoyment of the work. MAXnotes are designed to stimulate independent thought about the literary work by raising various issues and thought-provoking ideas and questions. MAXnotes cover the essentials of what one should know about each work, including an overall summary, character lists, an explanation and discussion of the plot, the work's historical context, illustrations to convey the mood of the work, and a biography of the author. Each chapter is individually summarized and analyzed, and has study questions and answers.

Jeremy wants to be a normal teenage boy, but he has a number of problems most fourteen year olds do not have. After his father’s passing, he has to run the farm on his own. Next they closed down his high school and he’s being bused to a nearby town to attend high school there. The only thing his new school has going for it is his new friend Ashley. Unfortunately her best friend doesn’t like him at all! Then things get even worse! While working in the mountains one day, he finds out just where all the vampire legends come from! Bitten by a creature whose venom nearly kills him, he finds that he is now a Prime Strigoi and he needs fresh blood regularly to stay healthy. What’s worse is there are other primes out there and they don’t like competition! Now he’s trying to survive as he learns to use the new strength and powers that he has without getting himself and those around him all killed!

You're Fired! Those are the two words every employee dreads. But what does it really mean to be let go, and more important, what can you do to turn this situation into an opportunity for future success? Fired, Laid-Off or Forced Out takes the fear out of the possibility of losing your job and replaces it with specific guidelines any worker can use to protect his or her rights. From the factory worker to the professional, the salesperson to upper management, anyone can benefit from the insight and the proven steps described to obtain a positive outcome. Successful strategies clearly explain how you can: Survive a Disciplinary Action Diffuse Volatile Situations Change an Abusive Environment Prevent Termination Handle the Termination Itself Negotiate a Severance Agreement Evaluate Your Case Craft a Better Settlement Build Your Workplace Power

This amazing story is supported by The Woodland Trust UKand every book sold 10p is donated to the Woodland Trust. From the series'Childrens Stories for Adults and Children too.'A beautiful tale of 'The Great Tree' which blesses a village that rests upon the sunny side of the seventh hill, under the North Star. A man discovers how he can affect his world and influence others by his actions. The Great Tree is a gentle read for children and adults. Perfect for bedtime or anytime.