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2016.
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J.K. Rowling's screenwriting debut is captured in this exciting hardcover edition of the Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them screenplay.When Magizoologist Newt Scamander arrives in New York, he intends his stay to be just a brief stopover. However, when his magical case is misplaced and some of Newt's fantastic beasts escape, it spells trouble for everyone...Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them marks the screenwriting debut of J.K. Rowling,...
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From SoulCycle to Scientology, we're all obsessed with cults. Linguist Amanda Montell examines the language cults use to draw us in. The reason why so many of us binge Manson documentaries by the dozen and fall down rabbit holes researching suburban moms gone QAnon is because we’re looking for a satisfying explanation for what causes people to join—and more importantly, stay in—extreme groups. We secretly want to know: could it happen to me?...
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Pub. Date
2017
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In this richly reported, scene-driven narrative, Sam Wasson charts the meteoric rise of improv from its unlikely beginnings in McCarthy-era Chicago. We witness the chance meeting between Mike Nichols and Elaine May, hang out at the after-hours bar where Dan Aykroyd hosted friends like John Belushi, Bill Murray, and Gilda Radner, and go behind the scenes of cultural landmarks from The Graduate to The Colbert Report. Along the way, we befriend pioneers...
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Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 6
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"Like many others on the autism spectrum, 20-something stand-up comic Michael McCreary has been told by more than a few well-meaning folks that he doesn't "look" autistic. But, as he's quick to point out in this memoir, autism "looks" different for just about everyone with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Diagnosed with ASD at age five, McCreary got hit with the performance bug not much later. During a difficult time in junior high, he started journaling,...
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Pub. Date
2021
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Journey far beyond our solar system and explore the marvels of interstellar space. A wonder-filled poem and spectacular illustrations bring readers across the observable universe to encounter dwarf planets, black holes, brand-new stars, and other incredible phenomena. Award-winning author, Miranda Paul and illustrator Sija Hong present a fresh and fascinating journey to the outer reaches of outer space.
11) Yes please
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The actress best known for her work on "Parks and Recreation" and "Saturday Night Live" reveals personal stories and offers her humorous take on such topics as love, friendship, parenthood, and her relationship with Tina Fey.
13) Leading Others
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Pub. Date
2021
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Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience!
Model leadership behavior to emergent readers by showing how to share, how to listen, how to care, and how to give. Pairs with the fiction title Dev Makes a Card.
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Pub. Date
2014
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Practical, Paying, Part-Time Voice-Over is a guide for both beginners as well as those with some experience who want to explore the exiting world of voice-over.There's a lot of confusion out there. Is it really as easy as some claim to get into this profession? Or, is it actually as difficult, not to mention costly? This guide cuts to the chase and explains what's really involved and what you can do right now with today's digital technology and changing...
16) Setting Goals
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Pub. Date
2021
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Guide young readers to try new things and learn new skills, habits that are important for success and happiness. Pairs with the fiction title Paco Tries.
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Drawing from a lifetime of lessons learned, seven-time Emmy winner Betty White's wit and wisdom take center stage as she tackles topics like friendship, romantic love, aging, television, fans, love for animals, and the brave new world of celebrity. If You Ask Me mixes her thoughtful observations with humorous stories from a seven- decade career in Hollywood. Longtime fans and new fans alike will relish Betty's candid take on everything from her rumored...
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Pub. Date
2021
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The #1 So, I've written a book.Having entertained the idea for years, and even offered a few questionable opportunities ("It's a piece of cake! Just do 4 hours of interviews, find someone else to write it, put your face on the cover, and voila!") I have decided to write these stories just as I have always done, in my own hand. The joy that I have felt from chronicling these tales is not unlike listening back to a song that I've recorded and can't...
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Pub. Date
[2012]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
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In this twist on "The Three Little Pigs," Pig One and Pig Two neglect their martial arts training at the new ninja school and are no match for the wolf, but their sister's dedication to her training saves the day. Includes glossary of Japanese martial arts terms.