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String Theories is the book every modern guitarist needs for a lifetime of inspiration and growth.¿¿In String Theories, renowned guitarists Adam Levy and Ethan Sherman offer a comprehensive and practical guide to boundless musical growth for the dedicated guitarist, as well as on-the-job lessons learned from both of their many years of experience as players and teachers.Originally adapted from Adam Levy's popular YouTube series Guitar Tips, the essays and lessons in String Theories cover topics including effective practice strategies, fretboard technique, playing with other musicians, composition, improvisation, listening and reading recommendations, and more. Concepts are followed by practical exercises and plans of action-things you can do today, throughout the week or month, or even all year.String Theories will offer something different yet equally useful to the student, hobbyist, or pro-and everyone in between. Offering a framework for lifelong growth on the guitar, it's a book you can return to year after year as you evolve as a musician.

We are beckoned to answer the question: Why not allow love in?¿¿Love Unfolding is an intimate conversation with the heart. In the quiet between the liminal spaces, poet Serah Blackstone-Fredericks embraces the flow of love as it grows and unfolds, as it rises and falls, exploring the introspective process of accepting love's complexity and pain. To let love unfold is to accept its intangible, ever-evolving nature.

Wandering Spirits is a collection of whimsical tales that feed the soul, tug the heart, and spark the mind.Inspired by classic books like The Little Prince, these delightfully illustrated fables follow a variety of charming animal characters as they embark on fantastical yet profoundly relatable quests. In this book, you'll meet ¿ a fox who wakes up to find he has many talking tails ¿ a wolf who tries to fit in with a pack of dogs ¿ a frog who searches for the secret to a better life ¿ a turtle captain who leads his ship through tumultuous seas ¿ and many more!Great for children and adults alike, these stories will both entertain and offer helpful perspectives on how to view the world and navigate its many winding paths.

"A generation of hope is what we need urgently. Here is a book helping ensure the next one proves precisely that." -Yanis Varoufakis, author of Technofuedalism and Another Now"A beautifully powerful call, humbly told, to turn your attention to the greater good." -Derek Sivers, author of Anything You Want and Hell Yeah or No-It has become clear: Our current economic system is broken. Growth at all costs is unsustainable.¿It's easy to get discouraged when faced with the reality of the current climate crisis, economic instability, and the vast income inequality across the globe. It's obvious that our trajectory is aimed toward destruction. But is it possible to make adjustments to that path, and if so, who's going to lead us?Generation Hope answers these questions, first by exploring the historical, political, economic, and cultural foundations that got us where we are today, and then delving into what it's going to take to ensure that we are headed toward a sustainable future that benefits us all. Written in clear and compelling prose, the book addresses a wide range of today's most pressing economic issues, from the macroeconomic challenges that humanity collectively faces, to our personal engagement with our current economic system. You will read illuminating and inspiring examples of people, organizations, companies, and governments that are already doing the work of building inclusive economic systems that serve all of humanity and this planet we call home.The responsibility for making these changes rests upon our generation. This book shows us that by doing the following, we have the potential to create meaningful impact and contribute to a more positive and sustainable world:¿ Acknowledge that change begins within ourselves.¿ Understand that our collective efforts can shape a new narrative for our economic and social systems.¿ Adopt a mindset of abundance.¿ Raise our consciousness.¿ Foster community.¿ Advocate for inclusive economics.Little by little, our consciousness is already shifting, especially among millennials and younger generations. This book illustrates how to continue moving from a mindset of scarcity and survival to one of abundance and thriving, from narrow-minded self-interest to an awareness that we are part of a much larger interconnected whole.The world needs us. Together, we can save our planet and help humanity thrive.Together, we are Generation Hope.

You work hard serving your country. Let your military money work hard for you.In this practical guide, Air Force Major Spencer C. Reese, founder of the popular personal finance site MilitaryMoneyManual.com, offers invaluable tips and tricks to help service members reach financial independence.A must-read for any service member, this comprehensive personal finance book covers the fundamentals of saving money while serving and how to take advantage of the unique financial perks available to military members. Reese offers invaluable advice on topics such as how to:Budget, save money and build wealth while servingTake advantage of unique perks available only to service membersGet fee waivers on high-end credit cards to earn money and points for travelUse tax-deferred savings plansInvesting and planning for the futureFinancial self discipline This practical financial roadmap is for service members of all ranks, branches and income levels. Whether you're a new cadet, active duty or reserve, this financial guidebook is essential reading to gain more control over your finances. With a down to earth tone and easy to understand language, The Military Money Manual shows readers that yes, it IS possible to reach financial freedom while serving in the military. "Every ROTC Detachment should make this book part of their syllabus for senior cadets." - Ryan M.

If you've been trying to sell a spec script, attach a star, raise financing, or even just get someone to return your email, you already know it might take a while. So why not do something while you're waiting for other people to do something?This practical, no-nonsense guide to indie filmmaking will provide you with the tools and insider tips you need to make your movie with little to no budget. Written by an experienced and successful filmmaker who has paved her own way despite the odds, this book can help anyone-regardless of experience, education, or funding-to follow their dreams and actually DO IT. YES YOU CAN will lead you through every step of the low- to no-budget filmmaking process, from writing, casting, and pre-production, to lighting, directing actors, post-production, distribution, and more. Author Courtney Daniels shares everything she's learned, providing expert insight and personal anecdotes that will prove invaluable for any filmmaker who wants to do things their way. This book will give you the tools you need to make a super low-budget film-for yourself, by yourself-without waiting for anyone's permission or blessing. What are you waiting for?