![]() ![]() Creating a new commission established to support FIA Sport Clubs.Forming an expert body to review, investigate and take action on diversity and inclusion.Developing new low-cost series to make motorsport more affordable.Delivering new entry-level championships and pathways to elite levels.Establishing a major Public/Private global development fund for motorsport worldwide.Establishing young people groups to inform policy.Appointing development officers to grow the sport among young people.Establishing talent detection academies and centres of excellence for training. ![]()
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![]() REMARKABLY BRIGHT CREATURES is upmarket fiction with a dash of whimsy complete at 88,000 words. ![]() So here it is…Shelby’s query letter, followed by a little commentary about why this is a query letter that works. We can’t wait for this one to come out next spring! ![]() NLA’s Literary Associate, Maria, pulled this one out of the slush pile and brought it to Agent Kristin’s attention, and Kristin, immediately sensing a hit, acted fast. This month, with the author’s blessing, we offer you a look at the query letter we received from Shelby Van Pelt for her debut, REMARKABLY BRIGHT CREATURES, which Agent Kristin sold recently to Ecco (Harpercollins), in a major, high-six-figure deal after a multi-house auction. How did that author do it? Did they have industry connections? Get a referral? Did they pitch to their agent at a conference? Did their query letter get picked out of the slush pile? When writers hear about a debut author who got a six-figure deal, their curiosity gets piqued. ![]() ![]() ![]() Undset's telling of the coming and early establishment of Christianity in Norway, with the stories of several prominent early saints, bishops, missionaries, and martyrs. Dust jacket shows light edgewear bottom edge of front panel has a short closed tear top edge of rear panel has 1.5 inch closed tear not price clipped ($2.50) a bit of dust-soiling to the top margin of the flaps in a clear archival sleeve. Some toning to endpapers, else interior is clean and unmarked. Top edge of boards and text block are dust-speckled. ![]() This trilogy has been translated into more than 80 languages and is among the world’s most read novels. Most of the praise was for her medieval novels, including the trilogy about Kristin Lavransdatter. ![]() ![]() Night (1932) The Longest Years and Saga of Saints (1934) Progress. Sigrid Undset received the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1928. Blue cloth boards with gilt lettering on spine. Undset, Sigrid (18821949)Norwegian writer of novels, short stories and essays. ![]() ![]() He gave the book to Villeneuve, who read it overnight. Sources tell Deadline, after trying for years to find their next project after the success of the crime thriller Prisoners, Gyllenhaal saw this as the perfect opportunity to reteam. We are beyond excited to see how this powerhouse team tackles this exceptional work.” “Denis is a master at weaving visually exquisite and unique narratives, Jake is a gifted actor and producer whose work often traverses provocative and compelling terrain, and of course, he and Denis have collaborated brilliantly in the past. “Jonah and Lisa are a formidable creative force and we are excited to collaborate with them again, alongside the brilliant Lenore, to adapt Jo Nesbø’s novel,” said Orsi. The Son was the first book optioned by Nine Stories under their term deal with Bold Films in 2016.Sylvie Rabineau, when she was still RWSG Literary Agency, gave Marker the book, and she and Gyllenhaal moved quickly to acquire the rights, recognizing in Nesbo’s character, Sonny Lofthus, the potential for a franchise like Bourne or The Fugitive. ![]() ![]() Marilyn Manson Sees Judge Gut Rocker's Defamation Case Against Evan Rachel Wood Over Abuse Allegations ![]() ![]() ![]() Themes related to immigration and young women’s taking charge of their lives don’t quite lift this awkwardly written volume above other royal romances. ![]() ![]() While the violent climax may be upsetting, the book ends on a hopeful note. ![]() Romance readers will enjoy the usual descriptions of dresses, jewelry, young love, and discreet kisses, although many characters remain cardboard figures. When Hollis learns of political machinations that will affect her future in ways that she abhors, she faces a difficult decision. Hollis relies on the family to teach her about Isolten customs and secretly falls in love with Silas, the oldest son, even though a relationship with him would mean relinquishing Jameson and the throne. There has been bad blood between the two countries, not fully explained here, and when an exiled Isolten family also comes to court, Jameson generously allows them to stay. Hollis gets caught up in a whirl of social activity, especially following an Isolten royal visit. Her friend Delia Grace has more knowledge of history and languages but is shunned due to her illegitimate birth. The independent teenager makes Jameson laugh, but she lacks the education and demeanor people expect in a queen. In an imagined setting evoking medieval England, King Jameson of Coroa pursues Hollis Brite. ![]() ![]() ![]() 1 collects issues #1-20 of The Sandman and features completely new coloring, approved by the author on the first 18 issues, as well as a host of never-before-seen extra material including the complete original Sandman proposal, a gallery of character designs from Gaiman and the artists who originated the look of the Sandman, and the original script for the World Fantasy Award-winning THE SANDMAN #19, "A Midsummer Night's Dream," together with reproductions of the issue's original pencils by Charles Vess. The first of four beautifully designed slipcased volumes, The Absolute Sandman Vol. Now, DC Comics is proud to present this comics classic in an all-new Absolute Edition format. By the time it concluded in 1996, it had made significant contributions to the artistic maturity of comic books and become a pop culture phenomenon in its own right. A rich blend of modern myth and dark fantasy in which contemporary fiction, historical drama and legend are seamlessly interwoven, The Sandman is also widely considered one of the most original and artistically ambitious series of the modern age. ![]() The Sandman, written by New York Times best-selling author Neil Gaiman, was the most acclaimed comic book title of the 1990s. ![]() ![]() ![]() My dad says I look like her, too, and that he’s in for a nightmare when I grow up. I wish I were small and petite, like the other girls in my class.Įveryone says that I look just like my mum though, which is a nice thing because she’s the most beautiful person in the world. I’m ten and taller than most of the boys in my class. She used to be a model, but she gave it up when she had me. She’s really beautiful, my mum, and very tall. ![]() I smile up at her, trying to make her feel better. I wriggle my fingers a little as they start to feel funny. He’s the champion, and he’s about to be the champion again. I don’t get nervous, ever, simply because my dad is the best driver in the world. ![]() I don’t know why she gets nervous though. I know she gets nervous, so I let her squish the life out of my hand because I know holding it makes her feel better. She always does this when Dad’s racing, but I don’t mind. She looks worried, and she’s holding my hand tight. ![]() ![]() ![]() We discover the neuroscience behind how habits work and precisely which parts of the brain they develop and reside within. By distilling vast amounts of information into engrossing narratives, Duhigg brings to light a whole new understanding of human nature and its potential for transformation.Īlong the way, we learn why some people and companies struggle to change, despite years of trying, while others seem to remake themselves overnight. In The Power of Habit, Charles Duhigg, award-winning business reporter for The New York Times, takes us to the thrilling edge of scientific discoveries that explain why habits exist and how they can be changed. □ The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg – Audiobook Summary. ![]() □ The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg – Book Summary. ![]() The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do In Life And Business by Charles Duhigg ![]() ![]() Matthew Munson: A busy week at Casa de Munson Tickets on offer for Margate’s first Mermaid Parade this June Thanet community news: Volunteer grants, Rotary, Tunnels, Photo Society, Charity Catwalk, Chartwell, SEK, Martha Trust and Dementia Week Hidden Treasures indoor market officially opens in Ramsgate Garlinge Primary dance crew scoop regional title and place in national finals Quex Adventure Farm Park suffers ‘significant’ theft and damage in second break-in Thanet Food Link celebrates 10th anniversary of helping people on the isle Midlife Movers dance class members from Thanet join Canterbury flashmob St Nicholas at Wade pupils find history on their doorstep at Powell-Cotton Museum Magnificent Spanish Galleon replica now at Ramsgate harbour Man confirmed as deceased following welfare concern report in BroadstairsĪ View from the Garden Gate Project: Spring growth, vegetables progress and beautiful blooms ![]() New books for Ellington Infant School thanks to Rotary Club donation Great performance from Wanderers who move to final of Papa Johns Shield ![]() ![]() Rose Schneiderman (1882-1972) played a leading role in labor organizing and in the improvement of working conditions for women. ![]() Natio… Rose Schneiderman, Rose Schniederman Knox David Osborne Robert Randall Lee Sebastian. 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