Academic Research

Dr. Judy Mikovits is a modern-day Rosalind Franklin, a brilliant researcher shaking up the old boys' club of science with her groundbreaking discoveries. And like many women who have trespassed into the world of men, she uncovered decades-old secrets that many would prefer to stay buried.

From the acclaimed founder of environmental neuroscience, an “eye-opening” (Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author), “brilliant and persuasive” (Kirkus Reviews) guide that reveals how interacting with nature can be the secret to improved mental and physical health. Dr. Marc...

What makes a nation scientific: its inventions, or its willingness to pursue knowledge without an immediate profit? In this incisive essay from *Civilization in the United States*, anthropologist Robert H. Lowie examines America’s complicated relationship with scientific achievement. Lowie...

Many students struggle to grasp essential reading and writing skills. They trip over words and get lost in a sea of text, struggling to find their way. These literacy challenges ripple through all subjects–from dealing with math problems to engaging in history discussions. And let's not even talk about the hit to a child's confidence. Enough is enough. It's time to bring effective literacy education to the forefront. This comprehensive resource is filled with actionable, proven strategies to turn your classroom into a hub of literacy learning.

A comprehensive and entertaining look at how video games became a cultural and global force, perfect for fans of Blood, Sweat, & Pixels and Console Wars. The evolution of video games from a niche pursuit to the world’s largest entertainment medium, with billions of players and billions of...

Society and democracy are ever threatened by the fall of fact. Rigorous analysis of facts, the hard boundary between truth and opinion, and fidelity to reputable sources of factual information are all in alarming decline. A 2018 report published by the RAND Corporation labeled this problem "truth decay", and Andrew J. Hoffman lays the challenge of fixing it at the door of the academy. But, as he points out, academia is prevented from carrying this out due to its own existential crisis - a crisis of relevance.

Internationally praised for her Commissario Guido Brunetti series, Donna Leon’s first standalone novel features a widely different but equally compelling sleuth, Caterina Pellegrini. Caterina is a native Venetian, and like so many of them, she’s had to leave home to pursue her career. With a...

Everything you ever need to know about making it as a scientist. Despite your graduate education, brainpower, and technical prowess, your career in scientific research is far from assured. Permanent positions are scarce, science survival is rarely part of formal graduate training, and a good...

In Science Nonfiction: Behind the Scenes in University Research, scientist and educator Darren J. Lipomi offers an insider’s account of how scientific discovery works in the real world. Drawing on two decades inside elite laboratories and public universities, he explains how discovery is funded, who bears the risk, and why the people doing the most creative work often occupy the most precarious positions.

Conquer dissertation overwhelm and design flawless studies with this empowering academic roadmap. Whether you are commuting to the library or struggling to focus at your desk, this reassuring audio companion demystifies the scientific process. Say goodbye to confusing jargon and hello to...

Transform academic anxiety into confident success with this clear, step-by-step study aid for novice researchers. Whether you are commuting to campus or facing a late-night thesis deadline, this calming guide breaks down complex methodology into easily digestible pieces. Stop feeling intimidated...

Witness the epic clash of religion, politics, and intellectual freedom that forged modern higher education in Europe. Perfect for your morning commute, this dramatic historical journey explores how early scholars risked everything to transform sacred monastic cloisters into self-governing...

Make Your Business Purposeful and Profitable At its best, business is both purposeful and profitable, dynamic and gainful, commercial and rewarding. Far from being opposites, good business and good behavior go hand-in-hand, and biblical principles can align with best practices. In Wisdom-Based...

While courses in Bible and theology typically require research papers, particularly at the graduate level, very few include training in research. Professors have two options: use valuable class time to teach students as much as they can, or lower their standards with the understanding that...

Perfect for graduate students, professors, and researchers working in Spanish-speaking academic settings or collaborating with international colleagues. Build confidence in academic discourse and professional communication.

Bloomsbury presents Healing Through Wonder by Val Walker, read by Katherine Fenton. Val Walker's profound journey through trauma and spiritual exploration is both heart-wrenching and inspiring. This book beautifully captures the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of...

Bloomsbury presents Brand Thinking: Building Brands You Can Believe In, by Allison J. Steinke and Haseon Park. Foreword by Marty Brandt. Read by Patricia Rodriguez. What does it mean to make a brand “believable,” and why should we care? In a world flooded with brand noise, authors Allison J...

Newspaperman tells the story of how an immigrant's shy son from Queens, New York, rose to the top of his industry, powered by little more than passion, brains, and hard work. Phillips began his career working as a copyboy for the New York Herald Tribune for 16 dollars a week... and ended it as publisher of The Wall Street Journal and CEO of its parent corporation, Dow Jones & Company. The life story of Warren Phillips is the story of the American newspaper business.

From #1 bestselling author Ric Edelman, the “best retirement planning book” (David Bach, New York Times bestselling author) that helps you regain control of your financial future. Ric Edelman has helped more people achieve financial success than any other practicing financial advisor. Now...

“Thrilling and romantic in equal measure—these hot nerds solving history crimes are an absolute delight.” —Jodi McAlister, author of An Academic Affair Perfect for fans of Jo Segura and Rachel Grant, You, Me, & the Conspiracy is an academic adventure romance that finds two history...