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Defining the Really Great Boss

M. David Dealy and Andrew R. Thomas

978-1-84645-054-9

£11.99 — 06/2008 — (paperback)

What makes a great boss? Bosses don't become great because of their title, rank, degree of authority, office size or benefits package. Instead, they possess a set of core competencies that set them apart from mere managers - and these are described here.

The Savvy Negotiator

William F. Morrison

978-1-84645-055-6

£11.99— 06/2008— (paperback)

Through dozens of engaging examples, from business and other areas (such as home and car buying), the author demonstrates the eight key concepts that underlie any negotiation and offers many practical strategies for conducting successful and satisfying negotiations in virtually any situation.

Defying Dementia

Robert Levine

978-1-84645-056-3

£11.99— 06/2008— (paperback)

This book is a guide to understanding and preventing dementia.  It is intended for lay people interested in learning about dementia and the measures that can be taken to repel its onslaught, as well as for caregivers and family members of impaired patients.

When a Family Member has Dementia

Susan M. McCurry

978-1-84645-057-0

£11.99— 06/2008— (paperback)

This book offers caregivers a set of practical and flexible tools to enable them to become more resilient in the face of difficulty and change and how to take advantage of their own creativity and inner resources to develop strategies that will work in their unique situations.

An Unofficial Companion to the Novels of Terry Pratchett

Andrew M. Butler

978-1-84645-043-3

£12.99— 12/2007— (paperback)

Here, for the first time, is a complete guide to everything Terry Pratchett has written, including the Discworld novels, the Bromeliad, the Johnny Maxwell trilogy, stand-alone fiction, graphic novels and rare short stories.

All Things Shakespeare

Kirstin Olsen

978-1-84645-038-9

£25.00— 11/2007

'Admirable . . . contains all you need to know to appreciate the works of Shakespeare – exactly the kind of encyclopedia I've been looking for to keep on the desk in my rehearsal room for constant reference.' Gregory Doran, Royal Shakespeare Company Chief Associate Director

The Essential Guide to Business Etiquette

Lillian Hunt Chaney, Jeanette St. Clair Martin

978-1-84645-044-0

£12.99— 11/2007

This guide covers the critical areas that can help people succeed in the climb up the corporate ladder.

The Human Side of Leadership

Rick Ginsberg, Timothy Gray Davies

978-1-84645-047-1

£11.99— 11/2007

This book argues that without acknowledging the powerful influence of emotions managers are doomed to fail in their interactions with employees, peers, and bosses, and ultimately in their ability to manage and lead effectively.

Are You Your Own Worst Enemy?

Charles E. Watson, Thomas A. Idinopulos

978-1-84645-045-7

£11.99— 11/2007

Two experts from the fields of management and religion team up to provide a fresh, penetrating look at the obstacles that prevent people from achieving their full potential at work.

Work, Life and Family Imbalance

Michele A. Paludi, Presha E. Neidermeyer, editors

978-1-84645-046-4

£11.99— 11/2007

The editors of this book bring together an interdisciplinary team of leading thinkers on the problem of balancing home and family life.