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The greats of comedy, when they were young and struggling, performing their great early routines.

This is a story about a crayon I know. I wrote it for you.

When Badger bullies his friends Frog, Moose, Elephant, and Bear, they teach him an unforgettable lesson about empathy, kindness, and forgiveness in this funny and thematically rich social and emotional story from the acclaimed creator of Red: A Crayon's Story.

Become a money management superstar and learn how to manage money wisely, design a budget, handle expenses, settle debts successfully, manage debts, and make smart investments. As most of us know, one of the most difficult things is to control money. Money is one of the most important things that can be used to serve our goals, but it also is one of the things we tend to overspend, misuse, and lose money on.

He was one of the most influential cultural figures in Texas - a generous godfather to a generation of rappers, an entrepreneur of Houston's mean streets, the master of a scene fueled by codeine cough syrup and hip-hop beats. When he overdosed in November at the age of 29, it was easy to dismiss him as yet another musician who succumbed to his own success. But the story of DJ Screw is more complicated than that.

In 1978, a Texas jury found Kerry Max Cook guilty of the state's most brutal murder on record and sentenced him to death row. Cook swore that, no matter how long it took, he would prove his innocence, unearth the truth, and free himself from this sentence. Spanning decades, numerous lawyers, and meanwhile the physical and psychological abuse of prison, Cook would be prosecuted four times, only to have the veil of innocence narrowly evade him in the end. "The Trouble with Innocence" opens with the hearing that would exonerate Cook.

The crayons are ready to tell the thrilling tale of Frankencrayon. The costumes are made, the roles are cast, the pages are all set - but then disaster strikes. Someone has scribbled on the page! Hideous! Horrifying! The story can't go on! Try as they might, the crayons can't erase the scribble, and this picture book must be canceled. Until the crayons playing the title role of Frankencrayon think of a solution, that is.

It is challenging to ask the people around you to follow a budget. The more you force people to limit their personal rewards, the more they want to spend. If you want your entire household to follow a budget, you need to "package" it in a different way. Most professional financial planners, for instance, prefer to call it "proper allocation of funds" to make their clients accept the idea of budgeting.

In partnership with Texas Monthly, the following articles focusing on Texas society are now available in a bundle as an audio download: "Busting Out of Mexico" by Jan Reid, read by Bruce DuBose; "Showdown at Waggoner Ranch" by Gary Cartwright, read by Bruce DuBose; "Cops and Robbers" by Katy Vine, read by Lydia Mackay ; "Lost and Found" by Katy Vine, read by Lydia Mackay; and "The Trouble With Innocence" by Michael Hall, read by Christopher Ryan Grant.

Recess. A swing set. An argument. A resolution! Michael Hall’s transformative Swing is a celebration of friendship, joy, and kindness. Listeners of all ages will look forward to hearing how four unlikely friends navigate their differences. A surprising and standout story from the acclaimed and best-selling creator of Red: A Crayon’s Story and Perfect Square.

Bestseller on Amazon since October 2015! GHOST STORIES from the real experiences of notable people in the paranormal field. Amazing Paranormal Encounters is a top 20 best seller on Amazon in the categories of Supernatural and Unexplained Mysteries since October 2015. It has hit number one over a dozen times. This book is a collection of real experiences by notable paranormal personalities including paranormal authors, radio show hosts and tour guides. This chilling anthology reveals some of the strangest and most frightening experiences they have ever had and in some cases, these ...

In partnership with Texas Monthly, the following articles highlighting Texas business and culture are now available in a bundle as an audio download: "The Slow Life and Fast Death of DJ Screw" by Michael Hall, "Dreaming of Her" by Pamela Colloff, "He Ain't Going Nowhere" by John Spong, "A Home of Last Resort" by Sonia Smith, and "The Shelf Life of John Mackey" by Tom Foster.

"What we have here, is a collection of mostly independent writers tapping into the dark side, all writing on the Barkeresque theme of 'body enhancements gone bad,' surgically, chemically, whatever. ... Zippered Flesh 2 turns out to be a jaw-droppingly fine collection of stories." -- C.M. Briggs YET MORE BODY HORROR FICTION So, you loved the first ZIPPERED FLESH anthology? Well, here are yet more tales of body enhancements that have gone horribly wrong! Steroids from Hell. Horrendous piercings. Bizarre brain modifications. Obscene amputations. Facial reconstruction. Self-mutilation. Implants...

Three & Out: Cleveland Sports Talk is hosted by three lifelong Ohio guys—Jason, Drew, and Michael—who live and breathe Cleveland sports. From Browns heartbreak to Cavs hope and Guardians woes, they bring unfiltered takes, humor, and frustration. If you love The Land and enjoy passionate, real talk, this is the podcast for you!

Daven Michaels is really a marketing phenomenon in his own right. He just has a way of grasping marketing opportunities, evaluating them, and ultimately turning them into awesome money-making ventures. Daven is the owner of 123 Employee, and he has basically made a career out of living the American dream. He’s actually turned multiple passions into prosperous businesses and careers. For example, he has been a bestselling music and television producer, and he has produced some of the biggest acts that have come through the music business. As well as being a successful entrepreneur, he’s ...

Biggsy is an idealistic 50-year-old English teacher in a West London boys’ secondary school. A maverick head of department who battled against the educational establishment for 25 years, he’s beginning to crack. His departmental colleagues love him, but he suspects that the school’s management team is out to get rid of him.

Michael Hall recognized the statistics, stigmas, and negative constructs that surround young black men are damaging. Looking deeper at these issues, Hall determined the root cause was straightforward yet profound - young black men today are simply misled and misinformed. So in response, Hall authored this book to function as a compass that provides direction and a classroom that provides understanding.

Broadcasting from the sunny Treasure Coast of Florida, we're sharing stories, tips, and news from the wacky world of real estate. We're pulling back the curtain to give you an inside peek at the hustle and bustle of the real estate world. Behind every high-performing real estate team and/or agent is a strong cup of coffee and a little (or a lot) of chaos on the journey to get to the closing table!

Be-More Alive Ministry Podcast The Be-More Alive Ministry Podcast is a powerful platform rooted in faith, dedicated to empowering, educating, and uniting men, particularly Black men, on their journey through fatherhood, biblical manhood, and personal growth. Hosted by Chaplain Michael Hall, each episode explores the principles of godly manhood, the challenges and triumphs of fatherhood, and the transformative power of faith in navigating life’s obstacles. With heartfelt stories, scripture-based guidance, and practical tools, the podcast equips men to embrace their roles as spiritual leaders,...

There is something peculiar about the hour after midnight. It is the time when darkness reigns. And strange things roam the earth. In this dazzling collection of new and original haunted tales, thirteen bestselling and much-loved authors bring this hour to vivid, spine-tingling life. So curl up, light a candle, and wait for the clocks to strike . . .