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Product: Monthly Giving - The Sleeping Giant: How Small Gifts Can Become Powerful Tools to Support any Organization
Description: The book is aimed at fundraisers of all levels, of non-profit organizations, small and large. It is filled with many practical examples aimed at starting and growing a monthly giving program. It contains how-to approaches from countries all over the world, case studies, plans, results, and it covers ‘old’ and ‘new’ media such as Direct Mail, Face-to-Face, email, Text giving, Telemarketing and many more, all aimed at generating sustainable revenue for non-profits.

“The topic of monthly giving is one that should be of great interest to fundraisers and organizations, but there are less than a handful of books on the subject”, Erica Waasdorp says.

Erica’s insight to sustainer giving is spot-on. I’ve used her best-in-class concepts to build a variety of monthly giving programs for a variety of clients. And committed donors really enjoy this special relationship they have with their favorite charity.”

“Monthly giving rocks. Its payoff is in relative terms quick, and pending you caring for them greatly, long as well. It isn't about monthly giving versus another type of giving for your program. It's about how you can make monthly giving work. It co-exists peacefully with everything else you do. And any fundraiser who chooses not to focus on monthly giving as a core part of what they do does so at their peril.”
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Product: The Buried Giant: A novel (Vintage International)
Description: NATIONAL BESTSELLER • From the winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature and author of Never Let Me Go and the Booker Prize–winning novel The Remains of the Day comes a luminous meditation on the act of forgetting and the power of memory.

In post-Arthurian Britain, the wars that once raged between the Saxons and the Britons have finally ceased. Axl and Beatrice, an elderly British couple, set off to visit their son, whom they haven't seen in years. And, because a strange mist has caused mass amnesia throughout the land, they can scarcely remember anything about him. As they are joined on their journey by a Saxon warrior, his orphan charge, and an illustrious knight, Axl and Beatrice slowly begin to remember the dark and troubled past they all share.
By turns savage, suspenseful, and intensely moving, The Buried Giant is a luminous meditation on the act of forgetting and the power of memory.
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Product: Sleeping Giant: The Untapped Economic and Political Power of America's New Working Class
Description: There was a time when America’s working class was seen as the backbone of the American economy, having considerable political, economic, and moral authority. But the working class we have now—far more female and racially diverse and employed by the fast food, retail, health care, and other service industries—has been marginalized, if not ignored, by politicians and pundits. This is changing, swiftly and dramatically.
Today’s working class is a sleeping giant. And as Tamara Draut makes abundantly clear, it is just now waking up to its untapped political power. Sleeping Giant is the first major examination of the new working class and the role it will play in our economic and political future. Blending moving individual narratives, historical background, and sophisticated analysis, Draut forcefully argues that this newly energized class is far along in the process of changing America for the better.
Draut examines the legacy of exclusion based on race and gender that contributes to the invisibility of the new working class, despite their entwinement in everyone’s day-to-day life. No longer confined to the assembly line, today’s working class watches our children and cares for our parents. They park our cars, screen our luggage, clean our offices, and cook and serve our meals. They are us.
With “Fight for $15” minimum-wage protests popping up throughout the country (and in some places winning) and economic inequality being recognized as one of the defining issues of our time, today’s working class will soon become impossible to ignore and foolish to dismiss. Sleeping Giant is the first book to tell the story of this extraordinary transformation in full and inspiring detail.
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Product: Sleeping Giants
Brand: Audible
Description: An inventive debut in the tradition of World War Z and The Martian, told in interviews, journal entries, transcripts, and news articles, Sleeping Giants is a literary thriller fueled by a quest for truth - and a fight for control of earthshaking power.

A girl named Rose is riding her new bike near her home in Deadwood, South Dakota, when she falls through the earth. She wakes up at the bottom of a square hole, its walls glowing with intricate carvings. But the firemen who come to save her peer down upon something even stranger: a little girl in the palm of a giant metal hand.

Seventeen years later, the mystery of the bizarre artifact remains unsolved - its origins, architects, and purpose unknown. Its carbon dating defies belief; military reports are redacted; theories are floated, then rejected.

But some can never stop searching for answers.

Rose Franklin is now a highly trained physicist leading a top-secret team to crack the hand's code. And along with her colleagues, she is being interviewed by a nameless interrogator whose power and purview are as enigmatic as the provenance of relic. What's clear is that Rose and her compatriots are on the edge of unraveling history's most perplexing discovery - and figuring out what it portends for humanity. But once the pieces of the puzzle are in place, will the result prove to be an instrument of lasting peace or a weapon of mass destruction?
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Product: Waking Gods (The Themis Files Book 2)
Description: In the gripping sequel to Sleeping Giants, Sylvain Neuvel’s innovative series about human-alien contact takes another giant step forward.
“Sleeping Giants may have debuted his thrilling saga, but Waking Gods proves that Neuvel’s scope is more daring than readers could have imagined.”—Paste
As a child, Rose Franklin made an astonishing discovery: a giant metallic hand, buried deep within the earth. As an adult, she’s dedicated her brilliant scientific career to solving the mystery that began that fateful day: Why was a titanic robot of unknown origin buried in pieces around the world? Years of investigation have produced intriguing answers—and even more perplexing questions. But the truth is closer than ever before when a second robot, more massive than the first, materializes and lashes out with deadly force.
Now humankind faces a nightmare invasion scenario made real, as more colossal machines touch down across the globe. But Rose and her team at the Earth Defense Corps refuse to surrender. They can turn the tide if they can unlock the last secrets of an advanced alien technology. The greatest weapon humanity wields is knowledge in a do-or-die battle to inherit the Earth . . . and maybe even the stars.
Praise for Waking Gods
“Kick-ass, one-on-one robot action combines with mind-bending scientific and philosophical speculation. Series science-fiction fans will enjoy this follow-up filled with unexpected revelations and a surprise finale.”—Booklist
“Pure, unadulterated literary escapism featuring giant killer robots and the looming end of mankind. In a word: unputdownable.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“Sheer escapist fun.”—Shelf Awareness
Don’t miss any of The Themis Files by Sylvain Neuvel:
SLEEPING GIANTS | WAKING GODS | ONLY HUMAN
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Product: Awakened Giant Sleeping Spirit: A New Thought Life for New Thinking People
Description: Kenny Down runs New Thought Life (newthoughtlife.org) an organization dedicated to those seeking a higher consciousness though the practice of spiritual principles. "A New Thought Life for New Thinking People". After 30 years of being deeply involved in the clean and sober lifestyle and helping many others to make their bed and walk again, Kenny shares some of his personal wisdom and experience in Awakened Giant Sleeping Spirit.
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Product: Only Human (The Themis Files Book 3)
Description: Pacific Rim meets The Martian in the explosive follow-up to Sleeping Giants (“One of the most promising series kickoffs in recent memory.”—NPR) and Waking Gods (“Pure, unadulterated literary escapism.”—Kirkus Reviews).

Brilliant scientist Rose Franklin has devoted her adult life to solving the mystery she accidentally stumbled upon as a child: a huge metal hand buried beneath the ground outside Deadwood, South Dakota. The discovery set in motion a cataclysmic chain of events with geopolitical ramifications. Rose and the Earth Defense Corps raced to master the enigmatic technology, as giant robots suddenly descended on Earth’s most populous cities, killing one hundred million people in the process. Though Rose and her team were able to fend off the attack, their victory was short-lived. The mysterious invaders retreated, disappearing from the shattered planet . . . but they took the scientist and her crew with them.

Now, after nearly ten years on another world, Rose returns to find a devastating new war—this time between humans. America and Russia are locked in combat, fighting to fill the power vacuum left behind after the invasion. Families are torn apart, friends become bitter enemies, and countries collapse in the wake of the battling superpowers. It appears the aliens left behind their titanic death machines so humankind will obliterate itself. Rose is determined to find a solution, whatever it takes. But will she become a pawn in a doomsday game no one can win?
Praise for Only Human

“Packing a surprisingly powerful thematic punch, this novel is an addictive blend of science fiction, apocalyptic thriller, and chillingly timely cautionary tale. Two (giant, robotic) thumbs up!”—Kirkus Reviews
“Boasting a winning combination of briskly paced action and futuristic dystopia tempered by cautious optimism, Only Human brings a fitting, satisfying end to the Themis Files series.”—RT Book Reviews
“This action-packed tale with apocalyptic stakes is a fitting finale to this wonderfully cinematic series.”—Publishers Weekly
“Series fans will be eager for Neuvel’s ever-so-satisfying conclusion to his rip-roaring science-fiction adventure tale.”—Booklist
Don’t miss any of The Themis Files by Sylvain Neuvel:
SLEEPING GIANTS | WAKING GODS | ONLY HUMAN
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Product: Sleeping Giants: Authentic Stories and Insights for Building a Life That Matters
Description: Your mental model is not rigid. At any point in life, you possess the ability to change your perspective. Have you found that success does not erase insecurity and self-doubt? Do you know what it feels like to long for a different life? Sleeping Giants provides practical insights into how ordinary people can choose to build lives that matter.

Written by one of America’s foremost storytellers and leadership guides, Dr. Nathan Mellor provides behind the scenes access to authentic stories about life. Each chapter connects vital concepts to true stories from his life, the lives of friends and family as well as public figures. Each page helps provide clarity about the factors, often hidden, that shape our understanding. The result is a thoughtful, inspiring and challenging book that provides a framework for life.

Gain insights into how the brain can be remapped by reviewing how the Secret Service responded to the attempted assassination of a United States President.

Learn how Mahalia Jackson inspired Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to give the, “I Have a Dream” speech.

Consider how perspective is changed while hiking on the Appalachian Trail.

Understand why Ted Roosevelt, the son of Theodore Roosevelt, requested to be among the first wave of soldiers on D-Day.

Follow along with Nathan as he explores how his personal mental model was shaped and transformed in key moments.

Discover what General Dwight Eisenhower said to paratroopers from the 101st Airborne Division just hours before they were dropped behind enemy lines in Normandy.

Learn why Nathan’s granddad would always turn the songbooks the same direction when he cleaned the church building.
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Product: Sleeping Giants: Authentic Stories and Insights for Building a Life That Matters
Description: Your mental model is not rigid. At any point in life, you possess the ability to change your perspective. Have you found that success does not erase insecurity and self-doubt? Do you know what it feels like to long for a different life? Sleeping Giants provides practical insights into how ordinary people can choose to build lives that matter.

Written by one of America's foremost storytellers and leadership guides, Dr. Nathan Mellor provides behind the scenes access to authentic stories about life. Each chapter connects vital concepts to true stories from his life, the lives of friends and family as well as public figures. Each page helps provide clarity about the factors, often hidden, that shape our understanding. The result is a thoughtful, inspiring, and challenging book that provides a framework for life.

Gain insights into how the brain can be remapped by reviewing how the Secret Service responded to the attempted assassination of a United States President.

Learn how Mahalia Jackson inspired Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to give the "I Have a Dream" speech.

Consider how perspective is changed while hiking on the Appalachian Trail.

Understand why Ted Roosevelt, the son of Theodore Roosevelt, requested to be among the first wave of soldiers on D-Day.

Follow along with Nathan as he explores how his personal mental model was shaped and transformed in key moments.

Discover what General Dwight Eisenhower said to paratroopers from the 101st Airborne Division just hours before they were dropped behind enemy lines in Normandy.

Learn why Nathan's granddad would always turn the songbooks the same direction when he cleaned the church building.
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Product: The Sleeping Giant: The Awakening of the Self-Employed Entrepreneur
Description: Just as it seems that all the media can offer are pronouncements of doom and gloom for the world in general, and business in particular, Ken McElroy provides the work force with a truly inspiring voice of optimism in his fourth book, The Sleeping Giant. McElroy s, contributors, twenty self-employed entrepreneurs, are well-springs of knowledge, advice, and entrepreneurial inspiration. The Giant of the title refers to the burgeoning number of unemployed who are awakening to their own great possibilities and talents, and not only discovering niche markets for themselves, but in the process, creating new jobs for others. This awakening is long overdue and is happening out of necessity, McElroy asserts. It doesn t matter how old or young you are. You can thrive while others cling to an old and dying system, he says. The world is entering into a very exciting time. We agree. The Sleeping Giant is an excellent guidebook for those looking for a new place in the work force or thinking of making long overdue life changes.
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Product: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Description: The all-time classic picture book, from generation to generation, sold somewhere in the world every 30 seconds! Have you shared it with a child or grandchild in your life?
For the first time, Eric Carle’s The Very Hungry Caterpillar is now available in e-book format, perfect for storytime anywhere. This classic story of a famished caterpillar who eats his way through a week of various foods makes the perfect addition to your child's digital library, easily available to read again and again.
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Product: Freemasonry; a Sleeping Giant: Amazing Truths and Facts About Freemasonry
Description: 353 pages. Hardcover with dust jacket. T.S. Denison & Co.
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Product: Fort Zachary Taylor: A Sleeping Giant Awakens, 3rd Edition by Howard S. England (2015-08-02)
Description: The Third Edition of Howard England's Fort Zachary Taylor: A Sleeping Giant Awakens represents a major revision and expansion of the Second Edition, published in 2014. It corrects a number of minor errors in the Second Edition as well as adds several new features (a plan view of the fort, a glossary, an index, etc.) but still preserves the essence of the original version. It remains the only book which tells the history of Fort Taylor as well as its rediscovery by Howard England.
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Product: Awakened Giant Sleeping Spirit: A New Thought Life for New Thinking People
Brand: Independently Published
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Product: Born Among the Hills: The Sleeping Giant Story
Description: The story of a trap rock ridge about six mile north of New Haven Ct. there are any number of such ridges in the area but only one which runs east to west and has the shape, especially when viewed from the south, of a recumbent human form. It is is undeniable. for that reason it is called The Sleeping Giant, and for all who have had anything to do with it, holds a magnetizing, almost totemic interest.
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Product: The Sleeping Giant Of Goll (The Secrets Of Droon #6)
Brand: Scholastic Paperbacks
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Product: The Legend of Hobbomock: The Sleeping Giant
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Product: Monthly Giving. The Sleeping Giant. How Small Gifts Can Be Powerful Tools to Support Any Organization.
Description: This is one of the few books available on monthly giving. It's the most recent book out there helping nonprofits raise more money through committed giving, sustainers as monthly giving is sometimes referred to. Written in English and supported by case studies, examples and charts and graphs, with contributions from some other major players nationally and internationally in monthly giving.
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Product: Sleeping Giant: The Untapped Economic and Political Power of America's New Working Class
Brand: Anchor
Color: Yellow
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Product: The Sleeping Giant: The Awakening of the Self-Employed Entrepreneur. Twenty Inspiring Stories from Global Entrepreneurs.
Brand: RDA Press, LLC
Used Book in Good Condition
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Product: Awakening the Sleeping Giant: Helping Teachers Develop as Leaders
Brand: Corwin
Used Book in Good Condition
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Product: Sleeping Giant - Core Team Workbook
Brand: LifeWay Press
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Product: Sleeping Giant: No Movement of God Without Men of God
Brand: B&H Books
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Product: Attack on Pearl Harbor: Japan Awakens a Sleeping Giant: Expanded Print Edition
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Product: Sleeping Giants (The Themis Files)
Brand: Del Rey
Color: Black
DEL REY
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