Search Results: Titles starting with B from Publication Consultants

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 6/1/98. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “Once infected with the mushing virus, there is no cure -- there is only the trail Don Bowers learned the truth of these words as he lived his dream of running Alaska’s grueling 1,100-mile Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. With no mushing experience and little money, but with a spirit of adventure and support from friends, he started from scratch to put together a team. Over the next two years, he discovered that becoming a serious musher is not to be undertaken by the faint of heart, or by those who cannot learn to laugh at themselves and keep going in the face of daunting difficulties and dangers. By the time he eventually pulled under the famous burled arch at the end of Front Street in Nome, his perspective on life had been changed forever by his dogs and by the staggering scope and intensity of the Iditarod. This is Everyman’s Iditarod, a tribute to the dedicated dreamers and their dogs… Read More

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 12/1/99. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “David Powell, through impeccable research and creativity, waves a tapestry of temptation using the bad guys in the Book of Mormon. Political unrest, government corruption, assassinations, bloody wars, moral decay, pride, greed, and unspeakable evil, all are revealed within, showing clearly how the Book of Mormon is indeed a work for us in the latter days. David makes it possible for anyone to understand what is in store for those who decide or allow themselves to be a bad boy (or girl) in these times. Bad Boys of the Book of Mormon is a must for Seminary students and teachers, Institute students and teachers, Sunday School students and teachers, and anyone else who is seeking truth. “”Choose ye this day whom ye will serve.”” (Alma 30:8) This book makes clear, with great originality and ingenuity, what happens to those who choose evil. You will find it interesting, informative and… Read More

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 3/1/18. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “Balls and Stripes is a collection of stories about Alaska’s most popular sport, basketball — and more. The title comes from my many experiences playing, coaching, and broadcasting Naismith’s game; as well as refereeing the sport and also wearing the stripes of a sergeant in the U.S. Army. Basketball has taken me all over Alaska, with radio gear or whistle in hand. From Barrow to Petersburg, from Dutch Harbor to Tok, it has been a marvelous journey, with countless amusing experiences as well as dramatic moments. Much of the action occurs in my hometown, Cordova. A small fishing town of 2500 located on Prince William Sound, its denizens are passionate about their hoops, and also their rivalry with Valdez, located just 70 miles away. In many ways, sports transcend location. Small town basketball is the same anywhere; yet Alaska, with its vast spaces and dramatic climates, offers unique… Read More

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 10/1/95. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “The Bears of Manley, a 448 page, perfect bound book by Alaskan, Sarkis Atamian, is exciting entertainment for hunters. This is not a typical Joe Hunter went afield, stalked his quarry, shot his trophy, hunting book. The Bears of Manley includes stories of an Alaskan trophy hunter and his quest for the ultimate trophy and his hunts which did not go as planned. The book also gives enlightening and absorbing answers to animal activists, and a stirring response to antihunters. Sarkis Atamian’s numerous academic research papers and articles, concerning the philosophy and psychology of hunting, has contributed to Mr. Atamian being a recognized authority in the field.

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 10/1/95. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “Limited Edition Gane Imitation Leather Signed by Mr. Atamian The Bears of Manley, a 448 page, hardcover book by Alaskan, Sarkis Atamian, is exciting entertainment for hunters. This is not a typical Joe Hunter went afield, stalked his quarry, shot his trophy, hunting book. The Bears of Manley includes stories of an Alaskan trophy hunter and his quest for the ultimate trophy and his hunts which did not go as planned. The book also gives enlightening and absorbing answers to animal activists, and a stirring response to antihunters. Sarkis Atamian’s numerous academic research papers and articles, concerning the philosophy and psychology of hunting, has contributed to Mr. Atamian being a recognized authority in the field. Purchase a Limited Edition and receive a regular hardcover edition for no additional cost. A hardcover edition will be shipped with your Limited Edition -- for free.”

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 10/1/95. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “The Bears of Manley, a 448 page, hardcover book by Alaskan, Sarkis Atamian, is exciting entertainment for hunters. This is not a typical Joe Hunter went afield, stalked his quarry, shot his trophy, hunting book. The Bears of Manley includes stories of an Alaskan trophy hunter and his quest for the ultimate trophy and his hunts which did not go as planned. The book also gives enlightening and absorbing answers to animal activists, and a stirring response to antihunters. Sarkis Atamian’s numerous academic research papers and articles, concerning the philosophy and psychology of hunting, has contributed to Mr. Atamian being a recognized authority in the field.”

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 8/15/18. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “As you are reading this, banks are giving away millions of your dollars in gift mortgages. The banks are borrowing money from the federal government for mortgages, claiming the loans have ‘gone bad’ and then giving the title of the property to ‘deserving individuals.’ There is no federal check on these ‘bad loans’ so the mortgages are free and clear—and tax-free. A Writ of Mandamus filed by the author in August of 2017 may end this practice. Beating Banks At their Own Game, is a fictional approach to explaining how the process works. The Appendix includes a collection of nonfiction documents sent by the author to the FBI, SEC, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the Federal Housing Finance Administration to STOP the practice of gift mortgages. Beating Banks At their Own Game is the saga of five people who use occupational and real-life experience in banking and real… Read More

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 1/15/16. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “Walter Beaumont, a nature-loving Midwestern teenager, has his destiny handed to him on a silver platter when his uncle invites him to come live in Alaska for the summer, in 1959. From the minute he arrives, Walter starts becoming the person he is meant to be, taught by his skookum uncle to be an extraordinary woodsman, a capable boatman, trapper, hunter and fisherman, aided by his natural abilities. He falls in love with a beautiful Native girl, but must join the army as he has promised his father, ending up in a special recon unit in the early days of Viet Nam. Wounded, he returns to Alaska just after the ‘64 Quake has wreaked incredible havoc, causing him great loss. His military training aids him in civilian life, and Alaska, his true home, helps to heal the mental and physical wounds he has su ered. He becomes a small boat builder, aids Alaska law enforcement as a tracker, is blessed… Read More

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 11/1/13. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “Becoming a published author is a daunting experience. Bringing and keeping a book before potential readers is a challenging and taxing undertaking. Almost everyone has dreamed about writing a book—but few there are that have what it takes to do it. Becoming a Published Author is a book written by those who have done it—who had a vision of being a published author and had what it took to make it happen. These are stories from authors about their writing and publishing journey from the beginning of their idea to the thrill of their first book signing—and beyond. Becoming a Published Author includes thoughts, insights, and the emotional highs and lows of becoming an author and marketing a book.

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 9/1/07. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “Bedside Manner--A Practical Guide To Interacting With Patients, is a book long overdue. Although advances in medical science occur daily, the act of genuine compassion is rarely seen. This book defines bedside manner far beyond the doctor-patient realm and expands the concept to where it really lies--with all who contact the patient. Providers and staff alike can find benefit through enhancing personal communication skills and ultimately refining the art of their trade. No matter where patients go for care or what specialty they need, this topic permeates all facets of medicine. Bedside Manner provides clear, understandable examples of good and bad healthcare interactions and ways to avoid common pitfalls.

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 12/1/18. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “At 16 years of age I quit school and moved to Alaska. I was a kid in a man’s world and for the next 15 years I took on a myriad of jobs to survive. I had some harrowing experiences and I lived a very exciting life during that time period. Being born on a farm, I was introduced to the operation of equipment at a very young age and I found myself working in jobs that involved machinery and its operation. In 1979 I became a Police Officer and my career lasted nearly 32 years. The seven short stories in Before The Badge outline many of my life’s experiences between 1964 and 1979. It tells of a young man’s life as he is becoming a man and, when doing so, gets involved in many things which are educational, exciting and at times, life threatening. The seven stories are all true.

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 7/1/18. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “Thoughts, words, and deeds have consequences, good and bad. These stories reflect people’s actions in various situations––prejudice, poverty, fear, looking different, and the helpless elderly. One may recognize a bit of Aesop’s Fables, Ten Commandments, Beatitudes, and the Golden Rule. The Beggar’s Gift: an ironic tale about paying attention to the things in life that really matter. David: a humorous fantasy on mores, its elements plausible in a well-thought-out way. Saving Myself: A teenage couple is faced with parental religious bigotry. Picture Man: a suspenseful story that builds on fear that leads to a revelation followed by a surprising conclusion. The Guardians: an elderly woman hides her life savings as her daughter threatens to place her in a Home if she doesn’t give it to her.

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 10/1/17. First Edition. Saddle Stitch. Like New/Like New. Sarah’s Days is a series of picture books written by Cindy Baldwin. Sarah is a curious five-year-old who has different adventures and experiences each day. At the end of the day she goes home to tell her father all about it.

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 10/1/13. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “Join Bennie the Bear on his journey of self exploration as he struggles to find his place in the world. After some great advice from some faithful friends, Bennie realizes in order to shine he must embrace his true purpose. This is a story with an inspiring message and an unforgettable tale children will want to read again and again. “

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 6/1/03. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “Big Mike Heney, Irish Prince of the Iron Rails -- Michael James Heney had qualities that assured success on the western frontier at the turn of the century. Vision of the future prompted him to undertake projects shunned by less daring men. Although he lived only 45 years, he founded a city, (Cordova), amassed a fortune, and inspired a best selling novel (The Iron Trail). Without technical training, he built two railroads considered impossible by the leading engineers of his day (the White Pass and Yukon and the Copper River and Northwestern). A ready Irish smile drew people to him and they became his friends for life. Wherever “”Big Mike”” led, his workers followed, proud to be Heney’s boys.

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 7/15/16. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “Two girls, one man, drugs, and salvation. They all have to choose, and when they do, their choice have to be from a sincere and undivided heart. “

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 8/1/97. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “Two Alaskans is a wonderful collection of Bill and Lily’s real life adventures in mining camps and on hunting and fishing trips. It is about strong family life, frugal and resourceful business people, city government, and parade floats. As Bill said, “”That’s the way life was. It was just life.”” It was the life of Bill and Lily -- Two Alaskans. Bill and Lily is the story of Two Alaskans in the Last Frontier. They have been a part of nearly eight decades of Alaska’s history. Bill and Lily’s stories of their lives in Alaska begin as teenagers, through territorial days, and young statehood. Their adventures are unique and entertaining as are their lives of energetic pioneers in the new state of Alaska. These Two Alaskans have produced a wonderful collection of experiences during Alaska’s frontier days, beginning in the early 1900s and continuing to the present day.”

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 10/1/15. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “While driving a big rig up the Dalton Highway to the North Slope oil fields in Alaska, Birch becomes the “one and only” after a shakes the arctic world asunder. He survives the disaster in his personally-designed 80-foot boat named SASSY (Safety and Satellite Ship/ Yacht) that was destined for offshore oil-field work. With this boat and its sophisticated storehouse of gear, food, and water he begins his quest to find other living people in the changed land and seascape. Birch survives, but where are all the people: Native villages, military radar sites, and oil field infrastructure? Befriended by a lone eagle and a family of wolves, Birch overcomes unique, challenging, life-threatening obstacles with courage, frontier inventiveness, and even a touch of old Alaskan sourdough.

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 10/1/13. First Edition. Perfect Bound. Like New/Like New. “Black Bear, a delightful tale for children, is the story of a little bear who misses out on dinner over and over again because he lets his friends talk him into eating dessert first— blueberries! The blueberries are delicious, but they don’t keep the bear’s tummy full for very long, and by the time he has slept off dessert, the salmon are gone, and he is hungry long before it is dinnertime again. Black Bear, written by Marcela Hubbard and vividly illustrated by Ivonne Draper, is a story that will entrance the very young and charm the rest of us. Marthy W. Johnson, copy editor and writing instructor.

“Anchorage, Alaska”: Publication Consultants, 9/1/19. First Edition. Saddle Stitch. Like New/Like New. Blair feels very lucky to have such a special daddy who spends his free time making fun and creative projects for them to enjoy. Blair Has Messy Hair is a short story perfect for new little readers with its melodic and rhythmic word patterns.