A Mind For Books

The Book Every 21 Seconds To Become Movie

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 18:12:00 +0000

Every 21 seconds in America, a traumatic brain injury occurs and someone’s life is changed forever. Brian D. Sweeney’s book, Every 21 Seconds, has been considered by some experts in the field of traumatic brain injury (TBI) to be the most realistic book ever written on the subject. This amazing story takes you on a roller coaster ride through the world of brain injuries, from how it happened, to recovering from this devastating injury.

Referred to as the “Rocky of brain injuries,” Every 21 Seconds is the comeback story you never knew existed. Struck down at the age of twenty-nine and given little to no hope of rediscovering the life he lost, Sweeney’s desire and persistence to re-capture his life will leave you absolutely inspired. “Having my story become a voice for the millions who have suffered this injury has always been a dream of mine,” said Sweeney. “It still amazes me to this day that the book I wrote was about my life. Yet traumatic brain injuries happen to thousands of people every day, and over a million people every year. When it happened to me, suddenly, unexpectedly, and immediately my life was forever changed.”

March has been designated Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month. President Obama proposed $7.2 billion in the 2012 fiscal budget to research and treat the invisible wounds of war: TBI and post-traumatic stress disorder. In 2010, news agencies reported military figures estimating 115,000 soldiers have suffered mild traumatic brain injuries in Iraq and Afghanistan, many of whom receive little or no treatment for lingering health problems.

Every 21 Seconds by Brian D. Sweeney

Book review: 'The Hollywood Sign' by Leo Braudy

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 12:22:00 +0000

A USC cultural critic revisits L.A.'s cultural and historical epochs while tracing the Hollywood sign through phases as billboard, eyesore and glamorous celebrity. Read Review

The Hollywood Sign by Leo Braudy

The Oscars: How the nominations and voting work

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 21:57:00 +0000

How does the nomination and voting process for the Oscars work? Different branches of the academy determine the nominees in their respective categories. All voting members can vote for best picture nominees. Read Story

Soundtrack Music for the 2011 Academy Awards

Seinfeld can mock cookbook author on TV

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 22:01:00 +0000

A judge has thrown out a lawsuit by cookbook author Missy Chase Lapine, who accused Jerry Seinfeld of hurting her reputation by calling her a "wacko" during an appearance on the "Late Show with David Letterman" in 2007. Read Story

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Book review: 'Wild Bill Donovan: The Spymaster Who Created the OSS and Modern American Espionage'

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 12:39:00 +0000

Douglas Waller has written a splendid biography of the larger-than-life man who ran the legendary forerunner of the CIA.Contemporary history is seldom as relevant and engaging as Douglas Waller's new biography, "Wild Bill Donovan: The Spymaster Who Created the OSS and Modern American Espionage," is fascinatingly instructive and thoroughly entertaining. Read Review

Not Just for Kids: The elementary Sherlock Holmes

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 12:52:00 +0000

In 'Death Cloud,' the latest addition to the Holmes canon, Andrew Lane explores the revered logician as a teenage sleuth-in-training. Read Review

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noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 11:49:00 +0000

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2011 GRAMMY Nominees

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 01:29:00 +0000

Now you can enjoy your favorite 2011 GRAMMY Nominees anytime. The CD includes songs from Lada Gaga, Adam Lambert, John Mayer, Katy Perry, Michael Jackson, Eminem and more.

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Book review: 'Known and Unknown' by Donald Rumsfeld

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 14:50:00 +0000

President George W. Bush's longtime Defense secretary shifts the blame and settles old scores in his new memoir. Donald Rumsfeld has served as White House chief of staff and twice as secretary of Defense, the youngest and the oldest man ever to hold the post. He has been a trusted diplomatic envoy and successful private sector executive. Read Review | Buy

NFL Super Bowl: Steelers vs Packers

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:55:00 +0000

Super bowl 2011 made history on a lot of points including the first ever super bowl at the new Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
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100 Things Packers Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die (100 Things .... Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die) by Rob Reishchel

The Ones Who Hit the Hardest: The Steelers, the Cowboys, the '70s, and the Fight for America's Soul by Chad Millman & Shawn Coyne

Book review: 'My Father at 100: A Memoir' by Ron Reagan

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 14:57:00 +0000

Ronald Reagan's younger son takes a heartfelt look at his father. Read Review | Buy the book | Listen to My Father at 100

Valentine's Day Photo Greeting Cards

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 15:40:00 +0000

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Valentine's Day Gifts For Kids

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 13:06:00 +0000

This Valentine's Day you may want to think about a healthier gift for the kids. Give the gift of reading instead of candy. Sweet Valentine's Day Coupon Special! Get 25% all orders through zoobooks.com. Use Coupon Code: CJ25

Barnes & Noble says e-books outsell physical books online

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 12:41:00 +0000


Barnes & Noble says e-books outsell physical books online Source: latimesblogs.latimes.com Bookseller Barnes & Noble said that it now sells more digital books than phsyical volumes on its online bookstore.

Living Life Through Health Eating

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 09:26:00 +0000

Losing weight is probably the most popular new year's resolution as many people try to get in shape in time for Summer. Dieting alone is often not enough. Here are a few books that may help you achieve your weight-loss goals:

Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy: The Harvard Medical School Guide to Healthy Eating

Healthy Eating for Life for Women

Quick & Healthy Volume II: More Help for People Who Say They Don't Have Time to Cook Healthy Meals, 2nd Edition

The Monster Health Book: A Guide to Eating Healthy, Being Active & Feeling Great for Monsters & Kids!

Straight From The Gut

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Thu, 30 Dec 2010 09:45:00 +0000

During tough times it often helps to get back to basics. It can also help to learn from highly successful people that have been through tough times before. Jack Welch was one of the most successful CEO's of our time. He has been credited with making General Electric the company that it is today. In his book, Jack: Straight from the Gut, Mr. Welch shares his no-nonsense leadership style that earned him the respect of his employees and shareholders. This is a great book for anyone trying to reinvent themselves.

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The Perfect Storm For Entrepreneurs

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 09:18:00 +0000

The past few years has been difficult for many to say the least. However, it has been the perfect storm for many entrepreneurs. If you have been thinking about going into business for yourself, 2011 may be your time. Here are a few books that may help you fulfill your journey.

The Accidental Entrepreneur: The 50 Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Starting a Business

Journey To Success

1,000 Dollars & An Idea

Audio book: The Intelligent Entrepreneur

Do You Have Enough Money To Retire?

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Sun, 26 Dec 2010 19:17:00 +0000

With the 'Baby Boomers' approaching retirement, the next few years will bring a record number of Americans retiring in our lifetime. This bears a frightening question; Do You Have Enough Money To Retire? Here are a few books that may be able to help you not only answer that question, but prepare for it as well:

The Courage To Retire: The Must-Have Money Book For People Over 55

You CAN Retire Young: How to Retire in Your 40s or 50s Without Being Rich

Audio book: The 9 Steps To Financial Freedom by Suze Orman

Google Offers eBooks for Free

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 18:31:00 +0000

Google is offering free ebooks for reading. The ebooks can be read on almost any device like your desktop, Android smartphones, Sony eReaders and more. The books remain in the cloud, which means they don't get downloaded to your device. So you will need to stay connected to the Internet to read them. There is also great news for publishers and authors. Authors and publishers can become a Google Books Partner and promote their books for free. For example, as a professional photographer, I have a collection of high quality images that I've always wanted to publish in a book. The problem has always been finding a publisher willing to take an interest in the project. As a Google Books partner, I can self publish my own works and Google will promote it with a link back to my website where it can be purchased. Google provides extensive reports to help keep track of visits and purchases. This will let you know whether or not people are interested in paying for your works. For more information, visit http://www.google.com/ebooks.

Think Like A Champion

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 12:11:00 +0000

Books are more than words on paper. Books can inspire people to do great things. Take Donald Trump for instance. Many people don't realize that there was a time where he had creditors knocking at his door. Today, he is one of the most famous billionaires of our time. We can learn from successful people like Donald Trump to become more successful ourselves. In his book, Think Like A Champion: An Informal Education in Business and Life, Donald Trump shares his wisdom to show how setting high moral standards is fundamental to achieving long lasting success. This makes a great book for anyone striving to reach their goals.

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Obama's book for children shows a softer side

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 12:34:00 +0000

Obama's book for children shows a softer side

'Of Thee I Sing: A Letter to My Daughters' may improve his image with women voters. When speaking to voters in recent months, President Obama has been apt to criticize Republicans as schemers who wrecked the economy and deserved a "back seat" in American politics. Read Story

Book review: 'William and Harry' by Katie Nicholl

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 12:41:00 +0000

Book review: 'William and Harry' by Katie Nicholl

By Patt Morrison
Los Angeles Times

Once upon a time, there were two brother princes. Their beautiful mother had died when the boys were young, and after their aloof father took up with a selfish stepmother. Read Story

Book review: 'Decision Points' by George W. Bush

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 21:47:00 +0000

Book review: 'Decision Points' by George W. Bush

The former president delivers an unexpectedly engrossing rehash of what he considers to be the pivotal moments of his eight years in office.

By Tim Rutten
Los Angeles Times

The first great American autobiographies both appeared in the 19th century, were born of conflict and written by public men; "The Life and Times of Frederick Douglass" and "The Personal Memoirs of Ulysses S. Grant."

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Wellcome Trust Book Prize goes to Rebecca Skloot

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 13:03:00 +0000

Wellcome Trust Book Prize goes to Rebecca Skloot. Read Story

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Book review: 'Moonlight Mile' by Dennis Lehane

noreply@blogger.com (Pacific Bay Marketplace) — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 10:56:00 +0000

Book review: 'Moonlight Mile' by Dennis Lehane

Patrick Kenzie and Angela Gennaro are back, and looking again for Amanda (as in 'Gone, Baby, Gone'), now a teen. Though it's good to visit with old friends, things have changed.
By Sarah Weinman

Special to the Los Angeles Times
November 2 2010

For the last decade, Dennis Lehane has been resolute in interviews and appearances that Patrick Kenzie and Angela Gennaro, the popular private-eye team who starred in his first five books, weren't returning any time soon. But like any smart author worth his or her salt, especially someone with the bestsellers "Mystic River" and "Shutter Island" under his belt, he left the door open for them to return if they so chose. Read More

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