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Government Program Management examines ongoing global reforms in public-sector program design and management and explains how to deliver public-sector programs in response to these reforms. A new, generic program management model--essential for government executives, program managers, and legislative leaders--is presented. The new model addresses various dysfunctional forces, many of them global in scale, that inhibit public programs from achieving their intended benefits and...

The Critter Club cares for a precocious pig that might just be giving Ellie good luck in the tenth book of the Critter Club series.

When The Critter Club takes in an abandoned pig named Plum, the girls are really excited. They've never had a pig at the club before They love learning how to take care of Plum. And they especially love watching Ms. Sullivan's dog, Rufus, interact with the pig. But no one is happier about the club's guest than Ellie.

Soon after Plum arrives, Ellie starts having some unusually good luck. She does really well on a test for her least favorite subject; she...

Amy comes up with the perfect Christmas present for Ms. Sullivan in the ninth book of the Critter Club series.

It's holiday time in Santa Vista, and Amy is especially excited for Christmas. Her dad and soon-to-be stepmom and stepsister are visiting, plus, there are some adorable guinea pigs at the Critter Club. But amidst the hustle and bustle of Christmas preparations, Amy notices that Ms. Sullivan seems a little lonely. Though Ms. Sullivan assures Amy that she will have a lovely holiday with her dog Rufus, Amy begins to wonder if there's something she can do to cheer up Ms. Sullivan....

Author Terry Barkley has gleaned archival sources, vital records, period newspaper accounts, and census rolls for everything that is known about Edmond Hotham whose sojourn at Walden Pond was the first and only time someone traveled there to emulate Thoreau's experiment in simplicity.

When an injury slows her down, Marion counts on The Critter Club to help her realize what's most important.

From violin lessons to training for an upcoming horse competition, Marion is scheduled to the max. Even though she always makes time for her duties at The Critter Club, she is beginning to feel overwhelmed. But when an accident forces Marion to slow down, Marion relies on her friends (the two- and four-legged ones) to cheer her up As Marion's ankle heals, she discovers a new talent--and realizes that winning isn't everything.

With easy-to-read language and...

Analyzes Donaldson's role as a modern writer who uses the fantasy genre to discuss situations and predicaments germane to the modern world. This book provides the reader with a discussion about the need for imagination, responsibility and acceptance to resolve such problems as alienation, pollution, disease and despair.

Virginia believes that, "Clutter is the physical manifestation of mental distraction, and prevents us from maximizing productivity and joy." Both the activities and belongings we choose to surround ourselves with are supposed to support and complement our lives; yet, when we have so many unread magazines, unopened mail, and well-intended projects piling up that are causing us fatigue before we do anything, how can that be beneficial to our health, well-being and peace of mind? Clutter creates an illusion of 'busyness', but it represents the opposite: stagnation. Virginia has spent a lifetime...

Ever Since 16-year-old Gabe Strickland can remember, his father, Roman, has believed in the sale: that magical moment on the customer's porch, the deal about to close. But with each dizzying success he learns that love is, ultimately, the one thing that can't be bought or sold.

The Quartus Family Saga is an unforgettable tale of a family's love and strife. In this third book, Redeemed, the tormenting battle of the family's struggle to remain together bursts forth as new threats and old consequences bombard them. Will past events like murder, mayhem, and kidnapping ever be put to rest? Katie attempts to juggle fame, fortune, faith, family, fairytales, frailty, and the fear of the unknown and worse - the known. Life's evil attacks - can love redeem them?

Amy is excited to meet her new stepsister Chloe...but it turns out Chloe doesn't feel the same way Can Amy and Chloe get along?

Amy's mom and dad have been divorced for as long as Amy can remember, but nothing prepares Amy for the news she gets on a weekend visit to her dad's house in Orange Blossom: Amy's dad is remarrying In addition to getting a stepmother, Amy will also be getting a stepsister her age named Chloe.

As the girls spend more time together, Amy realizes that Chloe isn't as nice as she appears to be in front of the grown-ups. Chloe plays pranks on Amy and is...