Brian Miller

“Practical, powerful, and a delight to read. A book like Brian’s can change everything for someone who cares.” -Seth Godin, Author, This is Marketing Connect with anyone. Strengthen your relationships. Build a sustainable career. Three New People is a manifesto on the beauty and power of human connection in a world where loneliness has reached epidemic levels. We’re rushed, frazzled, distracted, and frankly, scared to talk to strangers. But what if it didn’t have to be that way? What if we could easily connect with anyone we meet – on the airplane, at the coffee shop, waiting in line, in the elevator – and take the chance of making a new one that might last for seconds, or for a lifetime? As a child with social anxiety, Brian Miller used magic in order to make friends. Now, as a globetrotting professional magician turned motivational speaker, he presents his secrets for connecting with the people you meet on a daily basis.With the same mix of insight and storytelling from his popular TEDx talk "How to Magically Connect with Anyone," Brian *Engaging, personal, and wild stories from a career in magic. *An action-oriented four-step system for making others feel heard, understood, and valued (E.A.R.S.). *Tricks to develop self-confidence (and why you can fake confidence, but not sincerity). *3 concrete techniques for building strong connections at networking events. *5 ways to remember people's names (and why it really, truly matters). *Humorous and heart-warming anecdotes that will inspire you to change your world - at school, at home, at the office, or in your community - one person at a time.

The Self-Made Myth exposes the false claim that business success is the result of heroic individual effort with little or no outside help. Brian Miller and Mike Lapham bust the myth and present profiles of business leaders who recognize the public investments and supports that made their success possible—including Warren Buffett, Ben Cohen of Ben and Jerry’s, New Belgium Brewing CEO Kim Jordan, and others. The book also thoroughly demolishes the claims of supposedly self-made individuals such as Donald Trump and Ross Perot. How we view the creation of wealth and individual success is critical because it shapes our choices on taxes, regulation, public investments in schools and infrastructure, CEO pay, and more. It takes a village to raise a business—it’s time to recognize that fact.

Definitive in every way, Ugly Christmas Sweater Party Book includes the history of the event, how to throw the perfect party, what to wear, and how to judge the all-important ugly Christmas sweater contest. But most important, Ugly Christmas Sweater Party Book is packed with more than 100 hilarious, full-color photos of outrageously ugly Christmas sweaters, including Scarf Face, Wreath Witherspoon, and Ryan Treecrest. It’s a must-have for the millions who plan to throw or attend an ugly Christmas sweater party, and a sidesplitting look at the funniest, craziest, most unbelievable holiday sweaters you can imagine—authorized by Team Ugly, the recognized experts on ugly Christmas sweater parties.Praise for Ugly Christmas Sweater Party Book :“Part party primer, part not-so-tongue-in-cheek appraisal of holiday sweater fashion, this title delivers on both aspects.”— Library Journal

An insider's critique of endangered-species policy in action, Prairie Night combines an understanding of the biology and natural history of North America's most endangered mammal with a record of the often controversial decisions on how to save it.

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Learn How to Use Dyes and Chemicals Like a ProIf you’re a woodworker looking to take your skills–and your next project–to a higher level of craftsmanship, you might want to consider coloring your wood with chemicals and dyes instead of stains. Unlike stains that can trap light and obscure grain patterns, chemicals and dyes, when handled properly, are one of the best methods for enhancing a wood’s color or accentuating the grain pattern. A classic technique that’s been practiced for centuries, coloring wood is a sure way to infuse a “wow” into your woodworking efforts. With expert guidance by Brian Miller, a professor of Wood Technology who teaches an actual course on coloring wood, The Art of Coloring Wood removes any and all intimidation of working with chemicals and dyes and is the perfect entry point for anyone looking to move on from simple stains to learn the art of coloring wood for dramatic effect. To keep the information accessible and relevant.The Art of Coloring Wood focuses on the six most popular woods used by woodworkers–maple, quartersawn white oak, mahogany, walnut, cherry and alder–and outlines the unique characteristics with regard to coloring each. After the six woods are outlined, The Art of Coloring Wood moves onto the supplies needed, including brushes, sandpaper, and much more, before proceeding into the easy-to-follow and engaging chapters on the different chemicals and dyes that will make your woodworking shine. The beauty of The Art of Coloring Wood is Miller’s simple approach that makes the chemistry very easy to understand. Each chapter offers recipes, insights, and many “a-ha!” moments that make learning about chemicals and dyes both fascinating and within easy reach.With the helpful sidebars throughout the book offering tips, mistakes, and countless nuggets of information, The Art of Coloring Wood will have you understanding the methods and many worthwhile reasons for coloring your wood while chomping at the bit to get a project completed so you can finish it with style and flair.

What happens in Hell never stays in Hell, and Sela Helsdatter is only too aware of that. Having just escaped the lover who dragged her there, she’s now forced to fight in a strange world to stop from being sent back. Every move she makes brings her closer to the ultimate decision between eternal damnation and life. Will she make the right choice or will she leave it up to chance and The Flip of a Coin?Please be aware this book contains scenes of an adult sexual nature.

Victoria's life gave new meaning to up in flames the day the kind looking man tricked her into pressing that "magic button”. Now twenty years later, he's back to ensure that she vanishes once and for all. Much like cat and mouse, Tori must play an intense game to uncover the man's identity and bring him to justice, or become the final act of his Cruel Magic.

As if suffering through nine months of pregnancy were not enough to contend with, Sela now finds herself on the run from entire Norse deity and doesn’t know why. With a price on her head and a target on her belly, the only one left she can trust is her husband, who just happens to be the God of Deception and Mischief, and her unborn child, who may hold the key to this Conceived Chaos.

Once upon a time, they had shared a home, a deep love, and plans for the future… But sometimes dreams don’t come true…For Jewelie Reese, putting everything on the line for The Mad Hatter bakery was never a problem. Matters of the heart, however, were another issue entirely. When Jewelie's ne’er-do-well brother runs afoul of the law, she faces the potential loss of her beloved bakery to the bail bondsman. Only one person can help Marisol Perez, her best friend… and the woman whose heart she broke. Will Fate, and Mare's crazy idea, rekindle their love? Or will they lose everything, once and for all?

Use These Powerful Practical Tips To Learn How To Generate Wealth Through Investing Have you ever wondered how the rich got their wealth and then kept it growing? Do you dream of retiring early (or of being able to retire at all)? Do you know that you should invest, but don't know where to start?If you answered "yes" to any of the above questions, you've come to the right place. In this book we will cover the practice of investing from the ground up. This book isn't a get-rich-quick scheme. Taking control of your personal finances will take work, but the rewards will far outweigh the required effort.There is a lot of jargon floating around in this industry, and while we may not be able to cover all of them, we will certainly lay the basics out as clear as possible so that you can launch from this book into deeper waters when the time comes. Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... - The Basics of Investing & Why to Invest - How To Deal With Risk - The Basics of Economics and How it Affects You - Present Value & Future Value - How to Build Your Portfolio - The TOP 10 RULES for InvestingBy the end of this book, you will realize, that even if you have no clue as to the mechanics of modern investing, with a little background, you can apply street sense and good old common sense and come away with a good grip on what to do with your nest egg.The more you wait the more your leaving MONEY on the table!Start generating wealth by getting your copy now for only $2.99!

A year after the Stonewall riots in New York, the Gay Liberation Front of Washington, D.C., held its first meeting on June 30, 1970.GLF-DC's activities included protests, publications and communal living experiments.Although the group faded quickly, in part because of disorganization and divisiveness about goals, activities and actions, its attendees established openly gay community organizations, including some long-lasting institutions in Washington-Capital Pride, Whitman-Walker Health, the Metropolitan Community Church and Lambda Rising bookstore.The book is based on interviews with more than 50 participants.The first chapter describes Washington in the Mattachine Society era, before GLF.A chapter is devoted to GLF the heated discussions, especially the division between radical and liberal members, with radicals opposed to war, sexism, racism and homophobia as part of liberationist beliefs, while more liberal members wanted achievable goals such as public education efforts and achieving civil rights; developing a legal case against D.C.'s sodomy law; protests against gay bars that discriminated against women, blacks and others; why women disappeared from meetings; and concerns over the group's failure to attract many blacks.What life was like inside the GLF commune, a mixed-race household that quickly became a meeting place and social hub for where skag drag was explored, a Christian chapel was established, and consciousness raising groups were encouraged.A chapter describes public GLF distribution of gay literature; a zap on a conference on homosexuality and religion at Catholic University of America; participation in the Black Panther-sponsored Revolutionary People's Constitutional Convention; helping Frank Kameny in his campaign for nonvoting delegate to the U.S. House of Representatives; May Day antiwar activities; and a zap on the convention of the American Psychiatric Association.In a second gay group house, the Skyline Faggots how six men tried a mutually supportive experiment in living according to radical gay principles; their would-be alignment with the separatist women's collective the Furies; their production of an issue of Motive magazine; their conflict with the Venceremos Brigade; and personal attacks from an even more radical collective, the Effeminists.The gay community grows as GLF with organizations and social activities, a demonstration against police entrapment at the Iwo Jima Memorial, visits to local high schools; the first Gay Pride Week; the origins of a standalone gay bookstore, the origins of Whitman-Walker Health in a gay men's VD clinic, the start of the D.C. congregation of the Metropolitan Community Church, and the development of the Gay Men's Counseling Community.

The concept for Break the Walls is pretty simple. What story plays in your head when you listen to your favorite Pixies song? I approached some of my fellow comic book creators and asked them to create 4-8 pages stories inspired by their favorite Pixies songs. The song acts as an inspiration, jumping off point, theme or mood for the story. Each story varies in style and genre.

This is a collection of Adult Erotic short stories with a Domination and Submission flavor. Add a sprinkle of Bondage and you have a read that is definitely for those over 18. Each story demonstrates that you can choose to have the world around you remain vanilla and safe or you can allow it to open fully for you as long as you are willing to accept what's inside of your heart. For as the saying goes "That what does not kill you...Makes You Stronger"

Magic Lessons is a fantasy novel. After being driven from her home by an army of trolls commanded by wraiths, Princess Shadowalker Wraithkiller encounters an Elven mage named Greyhawk who agrees to teach her magic and help her free her kingdom. Just as their lessons get underway, Shadowalker is kidnapped by Silvertongue, the most powerful human mage in recorded history. When Silvertongue fails to convince her to form an alliance with him against Greyhawk, he abandons her in the desert. Shadowalker is rescued from certain death by a race of humanoid cats with a completely different approach to magic than the one taught to her by either Clearheart or Greyhawk. Unfortunately, just as she recovers from Silvertongue's torture, she accidentally releases an ancient weapon that causes one of their children to vanish and wounds the child's mother. Meanwhile, deep in the background Ravenwing, Queen of Crystal Shores, aligns herself temporarily with Silvertongue in order to exact revenge on her former lover, Greyhawk. Together, they plot to use Shadowalker to draw Greyhawk into direct conflict, but things do not quite work out the way they plan as complication piles upon complication until no one is sure who is winning this epic clash of powerful personalities and who is losing. ("Magic Lessons" was originally released on CD-ROM in 1999. Prior to its release on Kindle the entire text has been deeply revised and reformatted to create a much improved reading experience.)

Sela Helsdatter is still on the run. Odin is relentless in his jealousy and wrath and making it known. Loss after loss shattered her world and leaves her no time to grieve.Desperate, heart broken, and alone she seeks help from a frenemy; but who can she really trust?Vowing not to let Odin get to her the new love in her life, she tries to stay ahead of the Norse Deity and protect what is left of her world. It all becomes too much and she's forced to fight back and face the Phantoms of the Heart.

Devotions for Cops and the People They Serve is a collection of 100 Bible essays written by a 33-year police veteran. Each essay can be read alone, most of them in just a few minutes. The book is written from a cop’s perspective, but it’s not just for cops. It touches a wide range of topics to challenge and encourage believers. You’ll find essays about prayer, Bible reading, church, and sharing your faith; as well as about issues like alcohol, gambling, politics, same-sex intimacy, abortion, and America’s current state of moral decline. The Scriptural truths are presented kindly in an easy-to-read manner. The author also uses abundant Scripture, as well as real-life stories and illustrations, to address issues that cops face, such as toxic media coverage, dangerous calls, gory crime scenes, violent criminals, verbal abuse, police shootings, internal strife and gossip, and even roach-infested residences. Also included are several essays on how to keep your heart for Christ in a tough environment. If you need encouragement in your Christian life, you’ll be amazed at how the truths of God’s Word will help you.

Sam Willmington adored the game of soccer from the moment his foot first touched the ball. With an impressive skill set that matched his unwavering adoration for the sport, he was poised to join the varsity team at his Central New York high school, despite the fact that he was only heading into the ninth grade. It was rare for a student his age to be granted this opportunity, but anyone who had seen him in action knew that he had rightfully earned his spot. Before the season was set to start, Sam’s parents delivered some devastating news. Like many small school districts, Brooksville was forced to cut costs, and the soccer team was disbanded. Sam was crushed, and it wasn’t until his best friend Kevin approached him with an outlandish idea that he began to contemplate life after soccer. Kevin played on the football team, and he thought that Sam would be the perfect person to become the field goal kicker for the struggling squad. “Everyone Hates the Kicker” is set in the world of sports, yet it will resonate with anyone who has been forced to adapt once a set of unexpected circumstances befell them. Full of humor and hope, it is the story of a young boy who not only has to navigate the perils of adolescence, but has to do so while casting aside the colossal uncertainty and apprehension that comes with trying something new.

Often when we look at our lives we feel unfulfilled. We feel stuck in external situations and ways of being or thinking and feel we cannot change. So instead of creating the life we wish to experience we settle for the life we feel we have. The reality is that we can create the joyful and abundant life we wish to experience by learning to become the conscious creators of our lives right now. Each one of us holds the power to manifest our reality if we just understand the basic components of how reality is created. Although we often feel fixed and limited, the truth is that we are constantly changing and creating. The problem is that most of our manifesting is happening on an unconscious level, and very often from insecure fear and worry-based thoughts that sabotage and limit us from what we wish to create. Fortunately we can turn this seeming problem into an opportunity by learning the inner workings of the mind and consciously implement these workings for our benefit and the benefit of all. Joining ancient wisdom with modern science and psychology, we will explore and implement simple yet very powerful creation tools that will give you the power to manifest the life you wish to experience. We will learn how to overcome self-limiting beliefs and habits that often sabotage our relationships, opportunities for abundance, joy, and so much more. Are you ready to become the conscious creator of your life? Are you ready to be the master of your destiny?

Paris...A royal city steeped in the political intrigue and dalliances of the court of Louis XIV. Mischief and scandals are rampant, yet all pale in comparison to the greatest mystery of the day...Who is the mysterious man now imprisoned within the dismal walls of the Bastille, cursed by his king to wear a mask for the rest of his life?One woman is willing to risk all to discover the true identity of the condemned man and to liberate him, if possible. Will the pitiless walls of the Bastille prove too much for their desperate love? Or will their passionate courage be enough to free their Imprisoned Hearts?

HOW I BECAME A SUPER VILLAIN is a thoughtful and sometimes humorous exegetical analysis of the rarely touched on subject of comic book super villains. Comic fans and academics alike will enjoy this interesting dissection of this uniquely modern character.

Seven short stories about ordinary people who find themselves challenged by fate, violence, and social mores. Five stories take place in America. Two stories take place in Japan, one modern, one medieval. In every story the main characters find themselves trapped in impossible situations and forced into difficult choices. There are no heroes here, and no villains, just ordinary people in extraordinary situations.

When Bob and Kate Hunt decide to move to the Vendee in western France, they trigger a chain of events that will lead them to the gruesome discovery of a dead body. Bob becomes the prime suspect in a murder investigation, and the strain of the investigation takes its toll on their marriage. Bleu Murder is the amusing and intriguing story of how the couple solve the mystery and rescue their relationship. Along the way, they encounter an Anglophobic gendarme, a gun-toting farmer's daughter, and more French wine than any reasonable professor of English can handle. Bleu Murder is a thrilling, puzzling, and entertaining story that will delight Francophiles and lovers of murder mystery stories in equal measure.

Brian Miller, Consultant Sport Psychologist of the British Olympic Association, calls upon his 20 years' Olympic experience to instruct and advise potential gold medal winners on the benefits of his unique mental training programme AIMS, or Acquiring Individual Mental Skills. Self-improvement is the consistent theme of Gold Minds. It covers every aspect of mental preparation required of the serious athlete from setting personal goals to dealing with pre-event anxieties and even Olympic village life.

Labeled photographs present a number of vehicles, including a helicopter, speed boat, dump truck, steamroller, lawnmower, fire engine, train, and school bus.