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African American Almanac 2e African American Almanac: 400 Years of Black Excellence
NEW by Lean'tin Bracks, PhD

Courage, resilience and triumph! Celebrating the African American experience, the extraordinary people, and their profound influence on American... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597802
Published 2023
$36.95
Afterlife Book The Afterlife Book: Heaven, Hell, and Life After Death
NEW by Marie D Jones and Larry Flaxman

A profound and fascinating exploration of death and the afterlife! Christian and other religious beliefs, rituals from around the world, quests for... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597611
Published 2023
$22.95
American Cults American Cults: Cabals, Corruption, and Charismatic Leaders
NEW by Jim Willis

American has spawned hundreds of cults. Charismatic leaders periodically burst into the news for the most awful of reasons. We are awash with... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578598007
Published 2023
$22.95
American Murder American Murder: Criminals, Crime and the Media
by Mike Mayo

Mass murderers, spree killers, outlaws -- if they're notorious enough, Hollywood loves to get a hold of them and turn them into folk heroes or... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578591916
$44.95
American Women's Almanac The American Women’s Almanac: 500 Years of Making History
by Deborah G Felder

Celebrate the vital roles and vibrant experiences of women in America! The most complete and affordable single-volume reference on women’s... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578596362
$49.95
Armageddon Armageddon Now: The End of the World A to Z
by Jim Willis and Barbara Willis

Don't be left behind. Who knew that doomsday would be so hot? Environmental disasters, disease epidemics, the popularity of reality television, and... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578591688
$44.95
Assassinations Assassinations: The Plots, Politics, and Powers behind History-changing Murders
by Nick Redfern

A deep dive into high stakes killings, conspiracies and crimes! Ruthless killers and murderers for hire: they are here, there, and... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578596904
$29.95
Astrology Guide The Astrology Guide: Understanding Your Signs, Your Gifts, and Yourself
by Claudia Trivelas

Capture the Wisdom of the Stars! The ancient practice of astrology has been around for millennia. The Babylonians practiced it 2,400... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597383
Published 2023
$24.95
Big Book of Facts The Big Book of Facts
by Terri Schlichenmeyer

Informative and Fun! Trivial and Important! From astonishing, amazing, and surprising science and history accounts to the little-known... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597208
$24.95
Black Firsts 4e Black Firsts: 500 Years of Trailblazing Achievements and Ground-Breaking
by Jessie Carney Smith, Ph.D.

Achievement, pride, and accomplishments. Change, progress, and pioneers. Hard-won victories. Barrier-breaking triumphs. Society-changing feats.... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578596881
$39.95
Book of Facts American History The Book of Facts and Trivia: American History
NEW by Terri Schlichenmeyer

Step into the Weird and Wonderful World of American History! Explore the rich tapestry of the United States through a collection of absorbing... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597956
Published 2024
$22.95
Censoring God Censoring God: The History of the Lost Books (and other Excluded Scriptures)
by Jim Willis

Why isn’t the Book of Enoch in the Holy Bible, even though Enoch is referenced multiple times? Why were texts considered sacred by many, excluded... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597321
$24.95
Conspiracies and Secret Societies 3e Conspiracies and Secret Societies: The Complete Dossier of Hidden Plots and Schemes
by Brad Steiger and Sherry Hansen Steiger

The invisible world of influence and power revealed. Hidden agendas uncovered. An examination of over 250 current and historical conspiracies,... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597673
Published September 2023
$29.95
Disaster Survival Guide The Disaster Survival Guide: How to Prepare For and Survive Floods, Fires, Earthquakes and More
by Marie D Jones

Hurricanes. Tornadoes. Floods. Wildfires. Earthquakes. Epidemics. Droughts. Landslides. Trillions of dollars in damages. Billions of people affected.... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578596737
$29.95
Disinformation Disinformation and You: Identify Propaganda and Manipulation
by Marie D Jones

They provoke you with anger because fear-filled people are easier to manipulate. The tricks, tools and tactics used to influence you and your loved... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597406
$22.95
Dream Encyclopedia 2 The Dream Encyclopedia, Second Edition
by James R Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Hundreds of dream-related topics and symbols examined and explained Exploring the fascinating world of dreams, this comprehensive reference... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578592166
$44.95
Everyday Magic Everyday Magic: How to Live a Mindful, Meaningful, Magical Life
NEW by Marie D Jones and Denise A Agnew

Discover the magic within you. This enlightening and powerful book will help you tap into your heart, soul, intuition, body, and the limitless... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597215
Published 2024
$19.95
Family, Friends and Neighbors Family, Friends and Neighbors: Stories of Murder and Betrayal
NEW by Richard Estep

Intimacy and trust go hand-in-hand, but what happens when that trust is misplaced? What happens when insurance payouts become too enticing? Or when... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578598441
Published January 2024
$19.95
Fortune-Telling Book The Fortune-Telling Book: The Encyclopedia of Divination and Soothsaying
by Raymond Buckland

The past few years have witnessed a significant growth in interest and participation in divination. And we saw it coming. That explains the impetus... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578591473
$49.95
Grifters Grifters, Frauds, and Crooks: True Stories of American Corruption
by Richard Estep

Power, Money, Sex: The Corrupt Trifecta! This captivating book uncovers the insidious web of deceit that infiltrates every facet of our nation's... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597963
Published 2023
$22.95
Handy Accounting The Handy Accounting Answer Book
by Amber K Gray

Everyone needs to budget money and manage costs, whether for groceries and everyday purchases, rent or mortgage, education, retirement, or even a... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578596751
$29.95
Handy American Government The Handy American Government Answer Book: How Washington, Politics and Elections Work
by Gina Misiroglu

The stakes have never been higher: national security, civil liberties, the economy, the future of the republic. Yet few outside Washington really... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578596393
$29.95
Handy Armed Forces The Handy Armed Forces Answer Book: Your Guide to the Whats and Whys of the U.S. Military
by Richard Estep

Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, and Space Force. The story of the United States military and its branches is the story of America itself.... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597437
$24.95
Handy Boston The Handy Boston Answer Book
by Samuel Willard Crompton

Whether it's called Beantown, The Olde Towne, Titletown, The Cradle of Liberty, The Athens of America, The Puritan City, The City on a Hill, or any of... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578595938
$29.95
Handy Christianity The Handy Christianity Answer Book
by Stephen A Werner, Ph.D.

Christianity is the world’s biggest religion, with two billion followers covering nearly one third of the world’s population. It has a profound impact... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578596867
$29.95
Handy Diabetes The Handy Diabetes Answer Book
by Patricia Barnes-Svarney and Thomas E Svarney

A practical, accessible, and informative guide to a widespread affliction. Recent research advances. The latest in blood sugar monitoring.... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578595976
$29.95
Handy Engineering The Handy Engineering Answer Book
by DeLean Tolbert Smith, Ph.D., Aishwary Pawar, Nicole P Pitterson, Ph.D. and Debra-Ann C Butler, Ph.D.

A handy resource on the fundamental facts about engineering for both engineers and non-engineers alike, whether you are exploring engineering for... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597703
$29.95
Handy Forensic Science The Handy Forensic Science Answer Book: Reading Clues at the Crime Scene, Crime Lab, and in Court
by Patricia Barnes-Svarney and Thomas E Svarney

Blood, ballistics, and bodies. Fibers, fingerprints, and facial reconstruction. Forensic science, criminal investigations, the art of uncovering and... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578596218
$49.95
Handy Geography 3e The Handy Geography Answer Book, Third Edition
by Paul A Tucci

Your smart phone is great for finding your destination. Yet, it doesn't explain how the roads we travel, the towns we visit and borders we cross came... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578595761
$49.95
Handy History 4e The Handy History Answer Book: From the Stone Age to the Digital Age
by Stephen A Werner, Ph.D.

From the Origin of Humans to Today … All in One Volume! Highlights. Low lights. The twists and turns of social, political, and... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578596805
$29.95
Handy Investing The Handy Investing Answer Book
by Paul A Tucci

Buying low, selling high, building a nest egg, and everything to build a prosperous financial life. Whether you are a novice or budding expert,... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578594863
$39.95
Handy Literature The Handy Literature Answer Book: An Engaging Guide to Unraveling Symbols, Signs and Meanings in Great Works
by Daniel S Burt, Ph.D. and Deborah G Felder

From the epic of Gilgamesh to Aristotle and Cicero, and from Shakespeare and the King James Bible to Wuthering Heights, War and Peace, The Adventures... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578596355
$29.95
Handy Nutrition The Handy Nutrition Answer Book
by Patricia Barnes-Svarney and Thomas E Svarney

Food, Nutrition, Diet, and Health Essential Vitamins and Minerals! Gluten Free! All Natural! Locally Grown! Fat Free! Food... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578594849
$49.95
Handy Physics 3e The Handy Physics Answer Book, Third Edition
by Charles Liu, PhD

An informative, accessible, easy-to-use guide to physics, covering the fundamental concepts and amazing discoveries that govern our... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578596959
$29.95
Handy Science 5e The Handy Science Answer Book, Fifth Edition
by The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, James Bobick and Naomi Balaban

Science is everywhere, and it affects everything! DNA and CRISPR. Artificial sweeteners. Sea level changes caused by melting glaciers. Gravitational... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578596911
$32.95
Handy State The Handy State-by-State Answer Book
by Samuel Willard Crompton

Red State. Blue state. Rust belt. Sun belt. East coast. West Coast. The Great Plains and Rocky Mountains. The United States of America is a diverse... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578595655
$54.95
Handy Western Philosopy The Handy Western Philosophy Answer Book: The Ancient Greek Influence on Modern Understanding
by Ed D'Angelo, Ph.D.

Difficult philosophy made easy. The universe and our place in it, the meaning of life, the nature of justice and the good society, and the powers... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578595563
$24.95
Horror Show Guide The Horror Show Guide: The Ultimate Frightfest of Movies
by Mike Mayo

The Horror! The Frights! The Diabolic Fiends! Atomic bombs, mad serial killers, zealous zombies, maniacal monsters lurking around every... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578594207
$54.95
Indigenous Firsts Indigenous Firsts: A History of Native American Achievement and Events
by Yvonne Wakim Dennis, Arlene Hirschfelder and Paulette F Molin

A celebration of achievement, accomplishments, and courage! Native American Medal of Honor recipients, Heisman Trophy... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597123
$32.95
Metaphors Dictionary Metaphors Dictionary
by Elyse Sommer

A masterful metaphor, like a picture, may be worth a thousand words. By comparing two unlike objects or ideas, it illuminates the similarities between... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578591374
$79.95
Native American Almanac Native American Almanac: More Than 50,000 Years of the Cultures and Histories of Indigenous Peoples
by Yvonne Wakim Dennis, Arlene Hirschfelder and Shannon Rothenberger Flynn

The impact of early encounters, past policies, treaties, wars, and prejudices toward America’s Indigenous peoples is a legacy that continues to mark... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578595075
$24.95
Natural Health Natural Health: Your Complete Guide to Natural Remedies and Mindful Well-Being
by Marie D Jones

Nature’s Medicine, Health and Harmony! A healthy body, a nimble mind, and a feeling of ease are universal goals, but we’re bombarded with... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578595556
$24.95
New Witch The New Witch: Your Guide to Modern Witchcraft, Wicca, Spells, Potions, Magic, and More
by Marie D Jones

Celebrate the Modern Witch! Good energy. Sacred spaces. Healing, harmony and balance. Honoring Earth and nature. Developing your... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597161
$24.95
Originals! Originals! Black Women Breaking Barriers
by Jessie Carney Smith, Ph.D.

Overlooked and underappreciated, African American women have long been relegated to a footnote in America history, but now they are at the forefront... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597598
$19.95
Plagues Plagues, Pandemics and Viruses: From the Plague of Athens to Covid 19
by Heather E Quinlan

Pandemics can come in waves—like tidal waves! They change societies. They disrupt life. They end lives. As far back as 3000 B.C.E. (the... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597048
$29.95
Real Miracles Real Miracles, Divine Intervention, and Feats of Incredible Survival
by Brad Steiger and Sherry Hansen Steiger

Lightning strikes, lotteries, and Lourdes--miracles really do happen Including more than 200 true, thought-provoking stories, this... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578592142
$29.95
Real Zombies Real Zombies, the Living Dead, and Creatures of the Apocalypse
by Brad Steiger

The macabre secret history of the undead . . . Featuring 30 chilling stories of real life zombie encounters, this comprehensive and... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578592968
$29.95
Sci-Fi Movie Guide The Sci-Fi Movie Guide: The Universe of Film from Alien to Zardoz
by Chris Barsanti

Once upon a time, science fiction was only in the future. It was the stuff of drive-ins and cheap double-bills. Then, with the ever-increasing rush of... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578595037
$54.95
Serial Killers Serial Killers: The Minds, Methods, and Mayhem of History's Notorious Murderers
by Richard Estep

Pain, torment, and torture. Cruelty, brutality, and violence. The twisted psyches, murder. and yes, even the ability to charm people. Take a deep... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597079
$24.95
Similes Dictionary Similes Dictionary
by Elyse Sommer

A sentence should read as if its author, had he held a plough instead of a pen, could have drawn a furrow deep and straight to the end. —Henry... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578594337
$59.95
Superhero Book 2e The Superhero Book: The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Comic-Book Icons and Hollywood Heroes
by Gina Misiroglu

Superhuman strength. Virtual invulnerability. Motivated to defend the world from criminals and madmen. Possessing a secret identity. And they even... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578593750
$29.95
Supervillain Book The Supervillain Book: The Evil Side of Comics and Hollywood
by Gina Misiroglu and Michael Eury

What would a good guy be without the bad guy? Boring. Drawing from sources in comic books, film, live-action and animated television, newspaper... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578591787
$39.95
Toxin Nation Toxin Nation: The Poisoning of Our Air, Water, Food, and Bodies
by Marie D Jones

Should we really trust the government, Big Pharma, agribusinesses, factory farms, or the fossil-fuel industry with our safety? We live in... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597093
Published 2025
$22.95
Trailblazing Women! Trailblazing Women! Amazing Americans Who Made History
by Deborah G Felder

Impressive! Innovative! Influential! Discover and celebrate the amazing stories and achievements of 120 of America’s most inspiring... Read More »

ISBN: 9781578597291
$19.95
Superhero Book 2e
ISBN: 9781578593750
$29.95

SuperHero of the Day:

This superheroine has two origin stories: one of them has her as a surviving member of a mob family.

  • She was portrayed twice on TV by actresses Barbara Joyce and Ashley Scott.
  • Her solo comic book series lasted only 19 issues.
  • Her preferred weapon is a crossbow.
  • In her other origin story, she is the daughter of Batman and Catwoman.

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