Conjunctions has for a long time been a source of truly new and groundbreaking writing in American Literature. The current issue not only continues this trend, but even exceeds the high water mark set by earlier editions of the journal, taking the time, as it does, to focus only on prose (saving the poetry, I understand, for the next issue). Collected in one place we have stories by some of our finest writers, set alongside works by newer, promising authors. From Coover's phantasmagoric and playful "Alice in the Time of the Jabberwock" to Paul West's haunting tale, this collection is thought-provoking and expansive.

Anyone who has caught up with James Morrow in the 90s, as I have, will want to check out this earlier work. This book shows the same skewed sense of humor he later put to more acclaimed effect in BIBLE STORIES FOR ADULTS and TOWING JEHOVAH. The story concerns Quinjin, a reviewer of dreambeans--sort of a virtual reality device you consume. Someone has created a dreambean so horrible that the dreamers get trapped in the fantasy world, including Quinjin's daughter.

Customer Service: The Key To Your Competitive Edge has proved to be an invaluable guide for my company. The step by step program was especially helpful in jump starting my business into a "friendly" customer service environment. I would highly recommend this book to any business wanting to create an exceptional customer service atmosphere in their business.

I strongly recommend this book to everyone looking for any type of job in today's job market. Regardless of your circumstance or situation, this book will grab your attention and introduce you to the concept of the "online resume". The authors do an excellent job of giving the reader strong examples of how more and more companies are using computer technology to screen applicants for available positions by scanning for "keywords" throughout an individual's resume, and why tailoring one's resume' to that technology is crucial for success. Using examples obtained from professional personnel managers and recruiters, the authors convincingly prove their case that an applicant must adapt to the world of jobseeking in the technological resume age and forget about the old resume norms. Writing in plain English, the authors state their case quickly then proceed to likewise prove it. Furthermore, they provide the reader with a cornucopia of resume styles and formats. They even give helpful hints on overcoming past employment difficulties such as prolonged unemployment and how to use existing experience in an unrelated field to one's advantage when looking to change careers. This book will give anyone looking for their first job or looking to change careers a leg up on the competition in today's cutthroat world of job searching.

This is one of the main texts we use in our emerging literacy course in our university's graduate reading program. It is an excellent source of information regarding how children learn to read and about the role language development plays in literacy development. I highly recommend this book.

I am a person who cannot agree with any one theory that says: "your ultimate way to happnies is 'X' or 'Z'". Yet, Harold Sherman's revolutionary concepts make you re think and re learn all you thought you knew.

Basically, the core thesis of his thought is: you create your own reality - wheter its in business, private or whatever. The universe works under a constant "cause and effect" law, ruled impersonally.

Put your mind to good use, hold clear images of what you would like manifested, beyond wishful thinking or simple day dreaming; clear images, and see your life change before your very eyes. My sincere wish is that all people would have a chance to put this very basic principle to use.

History and biography readers will enjoy this, there's even something for the gardener.This collection of diaries covers the few years before World War II when the Lindberghs moved to a home called Longbarn in England (and then to a home in France). She writes about their flying travels to Germany, Italy, France and India while based in England. She describes the plants and flowers at their home along with the landscapes of their travels. The personal political views and conversations of the time include a trip to Germany so Charles Lingbergh can evaluate Germany's aviation capability to "social events" with the King and Queen of England, Lord and Lady Astor and the Kennedy's.

Great illustrations, interesting photos and an informative text on all anadromous and freshwater fishes of Alaska. Ideal book for fish enthusiasts and fisherman. Very strong on taxonomy and description of species. My most used reference for whitefish and ciscoes.

Morrow's book serves as a good source for readers interested in learning about Indiana's rich literary heritage.FROM BEN HUR TO SISTER CARRIE is beautifully written and meticulously researched. I especially enjoyed the many black and white photographs that accompanied the text.

This is a comprehensive treatment of Halloween, its history, the creatures associated with it such as witches, ghosts, bats, etc., and all sorts of suggestions for celebrating the day with costume ideas, party ideas, decoration suggestions, and creepy foods. If you love Halloween, you'll love this book.