Juggling With Knives

Stunning volatility is the new "fact of life" that defines our age. Financial markets fall off cliffs one day, but then stage a recovery the next, only to do it all over again. The switch back and forth is emotionally draining, making us susceptible to irrational responses that can turn manageable problems into huge personal crises. But while there is danger in volatility, there is also the opportunity to profitably juggle the knives that volatility throws your way -- with less risk than you might think. The first step toward profiting from volatility is to understand why these radical ups and downs are taking place now. Jim Jubak's deep and broad-ranging analysis looks into not only the financial but also the economic, market, and social trends, showing how they reinforce each other, including: the consequences of global central banks operating as cash machines, a financial system that will not be reformed, China as the world's largest game of three-card monte, the aging of populations around the world and the resulting war between the young and old, and the large bill we will have for the consequences of environmental externalities such as climate change and energy uncertainty. Jubak analyzes these and other trends, providing practical insights and specific investing strategies that show investors how to respect -- but not be scared of -- market volatility, and how to make smarter investment decisions to profit from and hedge against it.

People who want to develop an act for birthday parties or street corners will find this book a blessing. Easy-to-follow directions on how to juggle, manipulate cigar boxes, do balancing tricks, and become an hilariously funny juggler. Contains 25 complete comic juggling routines. Simple enough for beginners, funny enough for professionals.

After losing all of his money in a reckless bet, Logan Breckman, the Earl of Toplyn, needs to marry a lady from a wealthy family–and fast. So he does the only thing he can think of and picks one at random to trick into marriage. Unfortunately for Miss Melissa Jasper, she happens to be in the right place at the wrong time. Before she knows it, he comes up to her carriage and kisses her…and she is doomed. Now she can’t marry the gentleman she was hoping to and she’s bound to a cad who thinks of little else but himself. Logan is the first to admit he’s far from perfect, but being with a gentleman who knows how to ignite a passionate spark is a lot better than being stuck with one who’ll put a lady to sleep. Of course, she won’t thank him for forcing her hand in marriage yet. But he has no doubt that sooner or later, she’ll come to understand he’s the best thing that’s ever happened to her.

A blend of humor and heartache on a subject that touches us all, this true, heart-wrenching, and honest compilation of e-mails, stories, quotes, and diary entries will take you on a 148-day journey of love and loss ... the final days of the authors husband, Tim. It gives you an intimate look into the thoughts and feelings during their cancer journey as the author opens her heart and shares her fears and hopes, joys and sorrows. An inspiring, emotional read, it will inspire you to become a better personto live your life with more empathy and understanding, joy and gratitude. 148 Days will speak to anyone facing hardship or wanting to gain insight to help a loved one facing lifes challenges. There is a message here. Raw, unfiltered, and unapologetically honest, Les McCarthy opens up her personal journal and shares something sacred. Todd Clary, author of A Beautiful Hell