Check It Out

Greta loves her job as assistant librarian. She loves her best friend, Will, the high school civics teacher and debate coach. Then she meets Mac in the poetry section of the library, and she's smitten. Mac is heart-stoppingly gorgeous and showers her with affection and poetic text messages. But he seems different in texts than face-to-face. When the library is threatened with closure, Greta leaps into action. She arranges a "battle of the bands" book jam, hosts a book signing by a famous author, and stages a protest. Soon she realizes that it's Will, not Mac, she turns to for support and encouragement. Mac has the looks; Will has the heart. How can she choose?

From the creators of the award-winning Three-Ring Rascals and 43 Old Cemetery Road series! Is the sweet town of Appleton ripe for scandal? Consider the facts: Appleton Elementary School has a new librarian named Rita B. Danjerous. (Say it fast.) Principal Noah Memree barely remembers hiring her. Ten-year-old Reid Durr is staying up way too late reading a book from Ms. Danjerous's controversial "green dot" collection. The new school board president has mandated a student dress code that includes white gloves and bow ties available only at her shop. Sound strange? Fret not. Appleton's fifth-grade sleuths are following the money, embracing the punny, and determined to the get to the funniest, most rotten core of their town's juiciest scandal. Don't miss this seedy saga!

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Check-In, Check-Outprovides complete coverageof the hotel's front office and all of the support positions that make it work. Organized to reflect how a guest moves through the hotel (reservations, arrival, billing, departure, etc.) this edition provides a broad view of lodging management and covers unique topics such as corporate housing, destination elevators, and trade advertising contracts. Key industry changes are addressed throughout such as hotel technology, the greening of the industry, security issues and automation. Over 200 exhibits illustrate chapter content and help to create a work that both students and professional hoteliers seek out.

Jamie finds it difficult to believe Grandpa Gus's stories about how much allowance he got and the amount of television he watched as a child, until she begins to do some research into the past.

About the Book: 'Check-In, Never Check Out ' is a captivating and invaluable book that chronicles the extraordinary life of Mr. Rattan Keswani, a revered luminary in the hospitality industry. Seamlessly blending personal triumphs and challenges, this opus offers readers an intimate window into the inner workings of a hotelier's existence. Beyond a mere account of his exploits, this literary masterpiece serves as an indispensable handbook, providing sagacious counsel for aspiring hoteliers and seasoned professionals alike. Through captivating anecdotes and real-life encounters, the book immerses readers in the multifaceted realm of hotel management, delving into leadership, customer service, staff management, marketing strategies, and innovation. 'Check-In, Never Check Out ' is a testament to the transformative power of fortuitous paths and offers inspiration and erudition to those navigating the hospitality industry. About the Author: Rattan Keswani stepped down from his positions as Deputy Managing Director of Lemon Tree Hotels Ltd and Director of Carnation Hotels last year, concluding a decade-long tenure. Prior to that, he served as the President of Trident Hotels, which is part of EIH Ltd-Oberoi Group. Over three decades, he held various roles within Oberoi Hotels and Resorts both in India and abroad. Throughout his 40-year career in the industry, Keswani collaborated with numerous renowned international brands, including Sheraton, Intercontinental, Holiday Inns, and Hilton Hotels. His professional journey encompassed all segments of the hospitality sector, from luxury to upper upscale, midscale to economy, as well as fractional ownership. Currently, Keswani operates as an independent consultant and coach, offering guidance and expertise to a select group of entrepreneurs. The author's share of the proceeds from the sale of the book will go to Muskaan PAEPID - An NGO that trains and places differently-abled persons. Website: rattankeswani.in