Phillip: 1250 books

College is a big adjustment—but not if you're Kenya Posey. Even at a Southern school far from her Jersey turf, she's the one the girls envy and the boys want. Kenya's the star of a hot singing/dancing troupe, her high-school BFF Lark is on campus—could things get any better? For Lark, the...

"This may be the most exhilarating and revelatory history of our country. It is must reading for today's youth-as well as their elders." --Studs Terkel From the boys who sailed with Columbus to today's young activists, this unique book brings to life the contributions of young people...

Explanations to the inner workings of one of the least understood, but arguably most important, areas of business finance is offered to readers in this engaging volume: venture capital. Venture capitalists provide necessary investment to seed (or startup) companies, but the startup is only the beginning,...

The major stock indexes are spoken about daily, but the average person knows little about them. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, the NASDAQ, and others are referenced all the time in business reports. Readers discover what the indices are, why we have them, and why they're so critical to the efficient...

EJ knows that running for class president won't be easy, especially when Warren the class bully is doing everything he can to make EJ quit. When a dirty trick leaves EJ humiliated, an old friend helps him see that no matter what happens, EJ is still worthy of respect.

Being good is easy when people are watching, but when Professor's new hot sauce turns Johnny invisible, he finds being naughty is so much more fun. When the effect wears off, however, his mischievous actions come back to haunt him. Johnny learns a revealing lesson about doing the right thing, even when no one can see you.

When it falls upon the gang to take over volunteer duties for their friend Miles, they don't understand why they should volunteer in the first place. As they work in the community they see how much fun it can be and want to continue volunteering after Miles returns. They realize Miles is a great example of what it means to be a good citizen.

Professor needs someone to fetch more of his Super Delicious Cotton Candy for the Vehicleville carnival. Hotshot Johnny and modest Derek both promise to deliver, but can they resist the temptation to have a nibble of candy on the trek back? The cars realize how important it is to be trustworthy, and how easily that quality is lost.

Izzi accepts the responsibility of caring for her new pet robot, OB Jr., and promises not to leave him outside overnight. When she forgets to let him in, the robot goes on a hilarious ruckus across the city. After being confronted by Professor, Izzi learns the importance of taking responsibility for her actions.

When EJ accidentally wrecks the birdhouse of his scary neighbor Mr. Crankfender, he will have to work for him to pay for the damage. EJ scoffs at the idea of working more, but changes his mind after getting to know Mr. Crankfender. Eventually he learns the graciousness and good feeling of caring for others.

After being teased for not being wild enough, Izzi tries a strange set of tires that seem to act upon her every whim. But soon enough the tires begin to take over and transform her into a huge, hairy, out-of-control monster car. Can Izzi take charge of her actions and emotions, or will her monstrous behavior leave her trapped forever?

There’s a new badge in the land of crime fiction… and it’s pinned on a man who can stand tall alongside lawmen like Raylan Givens, Walt Longmire, and Jesse Stone. Sheriff Colt Harper lives by his own moral code. His relentless crusade against drug crimes in his rural Mississippi county...

This winning combination of cookbook and equipment guide provides an extraordinary collection of recipes for grilled, smoked, and rotisseried dishes, along with detailed instructions on buying, caring for, and accessorizing a barbecue (from a ten-dollar hibachi to an elaborate gas grill). Schulz's...

Here from the celebrated California restaurant Big Sur Bakery is a stunningly photographed cookbook showcasing seasonal ingredients, local vintners, fishermen, and farmers—and the food that makes the Big Sur Bakery unique. Tucked behind a gas station off California's legendary Highway 1,...