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Pocket M.F.A. Top Dogs and Alpha Heroes    by Sandra McDonald
Price: $1.50 USD. 5200 words. Language: English. Published on April 28, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

Two characters. Two opposing goals. One dramatic scene. Writers who understand top dogs and alpha heroes can use them to build compelling mysteries, romances, and other kinds of stories. Comes with case studies, key points, and 9 characteristics of characters who come out on top.
Retiring In Canada    by Paul  Darnell
Price: $9.99 USD. 8210 words. Language: English. Published on April 28, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Personal & Practical Guides.

Can't save money now? Find out how to save up to $30,000 in cash just before retiring. Avoid the many pitfalls in the system, learn the mechanics of when to retire and get the most out of the system when you do retire. Learn how you may be able to undo some of the mistakes you may have already made. Please read the first 10% of the book as provided to the publisher by the author.
The Hire Tactics    by Tom Stein
Price: $9.99 USD. 47200 words. Language: English. Published by Premiere Projects Publishing on April 27, 2012. Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Careers / job hunting.

Welcome to TheHireTactics™, the best-selling series dedicated to helping military veterans succeed in their job search mission. This eBook combines the original four books in the series into 1 convenient compilation: “VETERAN EMPLOYMENT TACTICS"; “FIRE YOUR RESUME!”; "LOCK AND LOAD!"; and "PAY DAY!".
Authors - How to Develop a Character: Quick and Easy Tips for Writing Credible Characters    by Leni Matlin
Price: $1.99 USD. 7350 words. Language: English. Published on April 27, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

You may have a compelling story and an engaging style but if your characters do not resonate with your reader/viewer your project will not come alive. Courses, workshops, and studying what has been written by professional writers is all good, but sometimes all you need to get in the flow is a new perspective. This booklet can be a valuable aid in helping you bring your characters to life.
Power Spending: Getting More For Less    by Eric Poulin
Price: $9.95 USD. 70860 words. Language: English. Published on April 25, 2012. Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Personal finance.

100s of ideas to save you money - from basic economic survival to advanced power spending. Come on a journey with Bill and Penny Munney as they learn the ins and outs of economic survival and how to streeeeeeeetch their dollars to get what they want without breaking the bank.
Don't Fall in Love With Your Words: Fall in Love With Your Craft    by Kelli Jae Baeli
Price: $4.99 USD. 30390 words. Language: English. Published on April 25, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Publishing and books.

Indie Author of 26 books shares her insights on being a writer and doing the writing
The Funeral Lady    by Pam Meily Vetter
Price: $9.99 USD. 40730 words. Language: English. Published on April 25, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Consumer guides.

When her sister died, Pam Meily Vetter got a wake up call that the funeral doesn’t always belong to the family. She became a Certified Funeral Celebrant to help families plan funerals for loved ones. Through this book, she widens her reach to help families, so when the time comes, the healing can begin.
Crafting a Novel the Critics Will Praise    by Charles Jacobs
Price: $2.99 USD. 23960 words. Language: English. Published on April 24, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

Thousands of Americans long to write a novel. A study conducted by the prestigious Gallup polling company revealed that 81% of adults living in the United States cherish that dream. Unfortunately, few ever achieve their goal. However a new, simplified approach to crafting fiction has proved that it can increase the rate of success immeasurably. This e-book outlines that technique in detail.
Write Your Genius, Genius! A Rather Quick Guide to Book Writing    by Nadine Keels
Price: $3.99 USD. 7360 words. Language: English. Published on April 24, 2012. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

Do you want to write a book? Are you not quite sure where or how to begin? This simple and insightful guide will help you reach your launching point. You’ll discover just how possible it is to tap into your genius and give voice to the message within you that’s waiting to get out into the open. You’ll never view your writing, or yourself, in the same way again!
Leadership for New Managers    by Monte Anderson
Price: Free! 13950 words. Language: English. Published on April 23, 2012. Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Personal Growth / Success.

Leadership for New Managers is an updated compilation of articles previously published in the Association for Facility Engineering Journal in 2002 and 2003 with a couple of additions. It is a quick read and would be useful for managers to learn more about leadership.