Never hog both armrests when you fly. Doorways, staircases, and elevator entrances are inappropriate spots to stop and chitchat. Always remember that one's own poop does, in fact, stink. When you borrow someone's car, fill it up with gas before you give it back. These are the unwritten rules of life. Observe them, and one rises above the great unwashed. Observe them not, and one goes straight to trailer trash. In this hilariously civil guide, you'll learn all of the principles of politesse our mothers tried to teach us--but some of us just weren't listening. So listen up, because our mothers were right: Handsome is as handsome does. If you never really understood what that meant--and who did?--then this book is for you. The Universal Code of (Formerly) Unwritten Rules: Because some rules should never be broken.

Society has rules--some written, some just understood. Without these rules society breaks down, crumbles, fails. Public restrooms are no exception: there are rules. They should be just understood but apparently that's not so. So here they are, just the basics. Bathroom Etiquette--The Previously Unwritten Rules, now written out for you to study. Follow these 20 simple, sometimes life-saving, guidelines and together we can prevent the fall of our society as we know it. This book is meant to enlighten people on rules that should be understood but seem to have been forgotten, it is not your ex-wife in written form. There is a little humor thrown in, to help those who are easily embarrassed. But don't mistake the humor for making light of the situation--our public bathroom etiquette has hit the toilets. Read them, share them, but REMEMBER THE RULES!

This practical and compassionate handbook helps parents sharpen any child's social skills by identifying the "unwritten rules" that govern all relationships.

Some rules are meant to be broken, but these rules are meant to be followed. Compiled in to one easy to understand book, these are just a few of the rules of life that should be adhered to in every day situations. Some of the rules listed here are often forgotten and more often ignored. While most of what can be taken away from this book are rules that most of society knows and obeys, there may be a few surprises for some. With society being inundated with reality TV, the Internet and social media, the desire and the opportunity to learn about the fundamental rules of life has diminished. This book is a great reminder of these rules, giving a twist of humor while being very informative.

Jay Behr and Kristina Zhang work to discover the secret that led to her brother's death. It is a secret that the Chinese espionage network will kill to keep buried.

Intelligence, ambition, and skill can take you a long way to achieving your career goals—but no matter where or with whom you work, one of the factors most essential to your success is knowing how to act and interact with your colleagues. In the modern workplace, if you lack good communications skills, social savvy, and a sense of appropriate behavior, you’ll be going nowhere fast. The Etiquette Edge gives you a clear, commonsense approach to making “good behavior” a competitive advantage. Packed with quizzes, helpful checklists, and clear examples, this practical book shows you how to: * Make a great impression on bosses, and get along with “enemies” * Deliver uncomfortable-to-convey information with tact and finesse—including condolences * Turn your body language into a communication asset * Register complaints without sounding like a troublemaker * Skillfully schmooze your way to success...and much more Rather than dwelling on dry, nitpicky rules, The Etiquette Edge gives you the straight scoop on the most effective communication and behavior styles for negotiating the complex terrain of today’s workplace—and getting ahead!