The Horn and the Halo is about an angelic demon who somehow ended up with a halo wedged over one of his horns. His childlike behavior and animated thoughts compel you to see him as a lovable character although he can be very devilish. As Lord Devil begins to plot against Thath, the book transitions to earth, where the Defense Forces (good guys and gals) are protecting the people of earth and the planet itself. The various characters in the military all play a vital role as a team to maintain the balance of the forces, as well as themselves. Each one is a very strong leader to include one of the new recruits. Although this is a fictional book, you might see yourself or someone you know in one or more of the characters. The book starts off in a very melodic poetry format articulated in rhyme similar to that of Dr. Seuss, except Bernards style goes from an urban Ebonics flair and the new and old biblical testament to scientific language, scholarly thought, and of course, his own developed language and grammar. The transitions of word styles and the creativity of the books journey is reminiscent of how we thought when we used to just simply go outside and play. The book is truly a reflection of Bernards freedom to express himself and his mind.

Sometimes a manager's job can seem overwhelming. It's no wonder they have so many questions. The Manager's Question and Answer Book answers over 100 of these common -- and important -- management questions. Tackling issues like conflict management, recruitment and orientation, performance and stress management, political skills, and others, the book gives readers the help they need to handle any situation.

Introducing the second installment in the Ascended Guardians series, Halo & Horn, from the acclaimed US and International bestselling author of Shield & Shade. With Shield & Shade enjoying a top 100 spot in Canada’s Apple Bookstore, it’s no surprise that it’s been a top 100 bestseller in the US B&N (Nook) store. It reached #1 on Kindle in the YA Paranormal/Fantasy category across the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. It’s also been in the top 100 bestsellers in Kobo too. Picking up the pieces after a tragic loss ain’t easy. As sixteen-year-old Zoey Taylor struggles with her grief over losing her brother, Peter, she finds it more challenging than ever to return to any semblance of “normal.” Besides recovering after a vicious demon attack and finding out her oldest brother, Corinth, is a Nephilim has thrown “normal” out the window. Things will never be the same again. Cruz Saldivar is right there with her. Work doesn’t feel the same anymore. School is only a footnote. What he really wants to do is train to be a warrior or an assassin. Except is he ready for that? Not according to Corinth Taylor. But it might be Cruz’s only choice when things start to pull him back into the supernatural world again. Train. Train hard or die. Threats that could lead to the apocalypse are mounting. After the last devastating attack, the angels might not be strong enough to stop it this time. World-ending perils always seem to be at the forefront when dealing with demons.

Logic originally meaning "e;the word"e; or "e;what is spoken"e; is generally held to consist of the systematic study of the form of arguments. A valid argument is one where there is a specific relation of logical support between the assumptions of the argument and its conclusion. There is no universal agreement as to the exact scope and subject matter of logic, but it has traditionally included the classification of arguments, the systematic exposition of the 'logical form' common to all valid arguments, the study of inference, including fallacies, and the study of semantics, including paradoxes. Historically, logic has been studied in philosophy and mathematics and recently logic has been studied in computer science, linguistics, psychology, and other fields. The book is about the logic and talks about various aspects of it such as general character of the enquiry, argument from analogy, mathematical reasoning, etc. This book will prove to be very useful for the people interested in logic as well as the students of logic.

Halos & Horns: The Omnibus Edition "There are more things in Heaven and Earth, Horatio, than are dreamt of in your philosophy." - Hamlet (Act 1, Scene 5). A naïve angel and amoral demon discover the truth of Shakespeare's words, when a wager between God and the Devil lands them on Earth. In the guise of Las Vegas private eyes "Gabe Horn" and "Lou Cypher", the archangel Gabriel and trickster demon Lucifer embark on personal quests of their own in search of their humanity. Their personal journey is also a physical one, spanning both time and dimensions, through the centuries to Camelot and 17th century Salem, exploring the seven Heavens, the nine levels of Hell, the Dark Dimension of the ancient Dark Gods, Thenesia - an ancient land of swords and sorcery, the somnolent realm of the Dreamscape, and the eerie emptiness of Limbo. Beneath the prosaic veneer of urban life, mortal humans live in blissful ignorance alongside preternatural and supernatural creatures: warlocks and witches, vampires, werewolves, the Fae, kitsune, and creatures whispered of in myths of African, Irish, and Japanese cultures. Seers gaze at the Sands of Time as the golden grains tumble through the mystical hourglass, seeking to divine what the Fates have woven. Through these memorable characters and exotic settings, the author explores the nature of good and evil, free will versus predetermination, man's inhumanity to man, universal versus moral relativism, nature versus nurture, loss of innocence, coming of age, death, love and friendship, the quest for power, individualism, sacrifice, and faith versus doubt, among other literary themes. This Omnibus Edition collects all four volumes in the Halos & Horns fantasy saga, replete with 61 new color illustrations; the "Guide to the Halos & Horns Multiverse" detailing each character, place, and object; previously unpublished essays by the author; and the novelette The Pandora Chronicles, a preview of the forthcoming spin-off trilogy, Fangs & Fur.

What does effective mentoring mean in actual practice? How can I be a good mentor? This book answers these questions and is designed to offer nursing and healthcare students a foundation in effective mentoring. Chapters examine the roles and responsibilities of the mentor, and how they enhance the process of mentorship. By examining the relevant competencies and knowledge base, the book provides an essential framework for developing the practice skills needed for successful mentoring.

If you dread delivering performance reviews and you know the people getting reviewed dread it the same way, prepare them and yourself with this quick read that makes a convincing case for the necessity of balanced feedback. All you'll need to do is tag half a dozen pages with post-it notes and pass this book around to your direct reports before the next round of reviews.