Book Stew

To celebrate the launch of BLOOD TRUTH, the newest Black Dagger Legacy book from New York Times bestselling author J.R. Ward, we got her a box of blood-themed goodies! What will she discover in the creepiest unboxing video yet?

Dr. David Sinclair discusses his book Lifespan and why ageing should be treated as a disease.

Get ready to rock (and craft!) with all your favorite ponies! This creative crafting kit comes with 6 rocks, 6 paint pots, 2 paintbrushes, and a 32-page full-color easy-to-follow instructional guide on how to paint cutie marks, pony themes, and more on the included rocks. Altogether, it's a crafting kit that everypony will adore!

Rachel Williams, author of MY FRIEND ANNA and one of the victims in the now infamous Anna Delvey scam, plays a drinking game to evaluate who can see through Anna's lies. Learn more about the book below!***Sex and the City meets Catch Me if You Can in the astonishing true story of Anna Delvey, a young con artist posing as a German heiress in New York City—as told by the former Vanity Fair photo editor who got seduced by her friendship and then scammed out of more than $62,000.Vanity Fair photo editor Rachel DeLoache Williams's new friend Anna Delvey, a self-proclaimed German heiress, was worldly and ambitious. She was also generous—picking up the tab for lavish dinners at Le Coucou, infrared sauna sessions at HigherDOSE, drinks at the 11 Howard Library bar, and regular workout sessions with a celebrity personal trainer.When Anna proposed an all-expenses-paid trip to Marrakech at the five-star La Mamounia hotel, Rachel jumped at the chance. But when Anna's credit cards mysteriously stopped working, the dream vacation quickly took a dark turn. Anna asked Rachel to begin fronting costs—first for flights, then meals and shopping, and, finally, for their $7,500-per-night private villa. Before Rachel knew it, more than $62,000 had been charged to her credit cards. Anna swore she would reimburse Rachel the moment they returned to New York.Back in Manhattan, the repayment never materialized, and a shocking pattern of deception emerged. Rachel learned that Anna had left a trail of deceit—and unpaid bills—wherever she'd been. Mortified, Rachel contacted the district attorney, and in a stunning turn of events, found herself helping to bring down one of the city's most notorious con artists.With breathless pacing and in-depth reporting from the person who experienced it firsthand, My Friend Anna is an unforgettable true story of money, power, greed, and female friendship.***Order your copy today!Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1982114096?tag=simonsayscomB&N: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/my-friend-anna-rachel-deloache-williams/1131770455?ean=9781982114091&st=AFF&2sid=Simon%20&%20Schuster_7567305_NA&sourceId=AFFSimon%20&%20Schuster#/Books-A-Milion: https://www.booksamillion.com/p/9781982114091IndieBound: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781982114091?aff=simonsayscom

Katherine Johnson's story was made famous in the bestselling book and Oscar-nominated film Hidden Figures. Now in REACHING FOR THE MOON she tells her own story for the first time, in a lively autobiography that will inspire young readers everywhere. Get your copy today: http://bit.ly/2xgrpomCONNECT WITH SIMON KIDS:Simon & Schuster Website: http://www.simonandschuster.com/kidsTwitter: https://twitter.com/simonkidsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimonKids/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonkids/

C3.ai CEO Thomas M. Siebel talks about his new book, Digital Transformation: Survive and Thrive in an Era of Mass Extinction — a penetrating examination of the new technologies that are disrupting business and government, and how organizations can harness them to transform into digital enterprises.

When you are juggling your phone, laptop, groceries, purse, and smoothies, do you wish you had three to six extra hands? But when it comes to presenting, are you freaked out by the two hands you have and don't know what to do with them? Don't worry, we'll break it down and show you how your hands can help make your story better. The ability to capture and keep an audience's attention is a powerful skill — one that Your Guide to Public Speaking will help you learn, practice, and improve, no matter your degree of competency. Your Guide to Public Speaking by Amanda Hennessey is available wherever books are sold and online at https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Your-Guide-to-Public-Speaking/Amanda-Hennessey/9781507210246

Your intention behind giving a speech, a toast, a presentation, or facilitating a meeting will determine a lot regarding your experience and the energy in the room. It will also affect your nervous system. How you feel when your objective is “My message can make a difference” may be a whole lot different than how you feel when you think “I better not screw this up.” Be aware – choose an objective that inspires you! The ability to capture and keep an audience's attention is a powerful skill — one that Your Guide to Public Speaking will help you learn, practice, and improve, no matter your degree of competency. Your Guide to Public Speaking by Amanda Hennessey is available wherever books are sold and online at https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Your-Guide-to-Public-Speaking/Amanda-Hennessey/9781507210246

#1 New York Times bestselling author Nelson DeMille along with his son, screenwriter Alex DeMille, discuss their co-written novel. "The Deserter" is a blistering new thriller featuring a brilliant and unorthodox Army investigator, his troubling new partner, and their hunt for the Army's most notorious—and dangerous—deserter. Available wherever books are sold on October 22, 2019.

Create simple, natural, and affordable recipes that replicate your favorite beauty products from Lush, Kiehls, Herbivore, La Mer, and more! From bath bombs to face masks, DIY Beauty by Ina De Clercq has inexpensive recipes with easy instructions to help you customize your skincare routine. Find products that suit your needs, modify your favorites for best results, and choose which organic or all-natural ingredients you prefer. Learn more here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/DIY-Beauty/Ina-De-Clercq/9781507209424