Books with author lisa-jackson

From small steps to giant leaps, A Galaxy of Her Own tells fifty stories of inspirational women who have been fundamental to the story of humans in space, from scientists to astronauts to some surprising roles in between.From Ada Lovelace in the nineteenth century, to the women behind the Apollo missions, from the astronauts breaking records on the International Space Station to those blazing the way in the race to get to Mars, A Galaxy of Her Own reveals extraordinary stories, champions unsung heroes and celebrates remarkable achievements from around the world.Written by Libby Jackson, a leading UK expert in human space flight, and illustrated with bold and beautiful artwork from the students of London College of Communication, this is a book to delight and inspire trailblazers of all ages.Packed full of both amazing female role models and mind-blowing secrets of space travel, A Galaxy of Her Own is guaranteed to make any reader reach for the stars.

Meet Joshua Tanner. He is a curious seven-year-old who is tired of watching Oprah with his grandma, so he sets out to look for an adventure. For just once Joshua wanted to go into the woods and swim in the pond with the big boys. But Joshua soon discovered that swimming in the pond is not the only thing that the boys were up to that afternoon. Joshua's discovery at the pond unveils the lives of four teenage boys whose lives take a turn for the worse due to peer pressure and their loyalty to one another.

Have you ever had a conversation with someone only to later find out they completely misunderstood you? Have you ever had to make a presentation and didn’t know how to correctly convey you message?How To Communicate will teach you how to successfully deliver a message so your audience will comprehend the exact meaning of that message. Whether it is a one-on-one conversation, a written message or a visual presentation you will learn how to strategically set yourself up for communicating productively. You’ll learn:-Basics of communication-The skills you will need to communicate-Understanding and implementing interpersonal communication-Reading and understanding non-verbal communication-How to improve your writing communication-How to use visual communication to convey your messageEverything you need to know is right here! Never be misunderstood again . . . communicate more productively . . . improve in all platforms of communication!

This global guide to the world's top dive sites is an inspirational reference source for divers who wish to experience, personally or vicariously, the best diving the planet has to offer. Written by award-winning and experienced dive authors, coverage starts with the Atlantic, from the West Coast of North America, and proceeds west to east and north to south. For those inspired to travel to any of the featured sites or regions, the appendix lists all important travel and dive information, the best times to go, contacts, dive operators, and emergency facilities. Brimming with superb underwater photography of famous wrecks, a wide range of marine habitats, and a huge diversity of species ranging from whale sharks to nudibranchs, DIVE ATLAS OF THE WORLD also features six large scale ocean/sea maps, and over three hundred comprehensive maps to all the best sites.

A man destined for greatness from a promising football career. Life was cut short due tó his untimely murder On Christmas Eve 1987. Broken by tragedy, a chain reaction of events emotionally and spiritually kept hold of his entire family. His children, grew up not knowing the truth about his murder. Until a spiritual revelation was given to the middle Daughter in which she discovers that the events in her life were all destined by a powerful divine design that would uncover and unveil a truth hidden under an ocean of lies, drowned with deception, witchcraft, and the corruption involving a wrongful conviction. As she walks into such purpose. It is revealed that her mission in life was to seek the true circumstances surrounding her father’s death. Which led her to a spiritual journey revealing the GLORY of THE MOST HIGH, and át the same time would be the healing for her entire family... Based on the true story and life of Legendary University of Missouri and Pittsburgh Steelers Football Athlete ; Annise Davis Jr. Through his Daughters eyes. It is the " Memóir s of a Broken Side"

In these new domestic reminiscences, Shirley Jackson carries on her tale of dubious parental equilibrium in the face of four children, assorted dogs and cats, and the uncounted heaps of small intrusive possessions which pile up in corners everywhere.Because of the increasing pressure of possessions, animals, and children, a bigger house is necessary to hold everything. The unending bewilderment of moving gives way to the healthy challenges of small repairs, new roofs, and bookcases, and the heady enthusiasms for horses, Little League, trumpet playing and magic.Shirley Jackson uses her great talent to picture the rich and varied day-to-day living of an unusual but not really so different American family.

Twenty-seven-year-old Kristi Bentz is lucky to be alive. Not many people her age have nearly died twice at the hands of a serial killer, and lived to tell about it. Her dad, New Orleans detective Rick Bentz, wants Kristi to stay in New Orleans and out of danger. But if anything, Kristi’s experiences have made her even more fascinated by the mind of the serial killer. She hasn’t given up her dream of being a true-crime writer - of exploring the darkest recesses of evil - and now she just may get her chance. Four girls have disappeared at All Saints College in less than two years. All four were “lost souls” - troubled, vulnerable girls with no one to care about them, no one to come looking if they disappeared. The police think they’re runaways, but Kristi senses there’s something that links them, something terrifying. She decides to enroll, following their same steps. All Saints has changed a lot since Kristi was an undergraduate. The stodgy Catholic college has lured edgy new professors to its campus and gained a reputation for envelope-pushing, with classes like the very popular “The Influence of Vampirism in Modern Culture and Literature,” and elaborately staged morality plays that feel more like the titillating entertainment of some underground club than religious spectacles. And there are whispers of a dark cult on campus whose members wear vials of blood around their necks and meet in secret chambers - rituals to which only the elite have access. To find the truth, Kristi will need to become part of the cult’s inner circle, to learn their secrets, and play the part of lost soul without losing herself in the process. It’s a dangerous path, and Kristi is skating on its knife-thin edge. The deeper she goes, the more Kristi begins to wonder if she is the hunter or the prey. She’s certain she’s being watched and followed - studied, even - as yet another girl disappears, and another. And when the bodies finally begin to surface - in ways that bring fear to the campus and terror to the hearts of even hardened cops like Detective Bentz and his partner Reuben Montoya - Kristi realizes with chilling clarity that she has underestimated her foe. She is playing a game with a killer more cunning and bloodthirsty than anyone can imagine, one who has personally selected her for membership in a cult of death from which there will be no escape.

Teenage angst pulses through the hallways of Lansford High School. A girl in the 10th grade is looking to work her way up the social ladder - and devises a plan to win over her fellow student body. With the help of her best friend Brenda, Angela Levinson is dead set to become the highlight of her party...at any cost!Contact the author via E-mail at wildali@hotmail.com!