Fintech Explained provides a rigorous, accessible introduction to the landscape of fintech. Michael R. King explains the customer focus, innovation strategy, business model, and valuation of leading fintechs in cryptocurrencies and decentralized finance (DeFi), crowdfunding and online lending, robo-advice and digital wealth management, payments and insurtech, digital banking, and bigtech. The book profiles the successes and failures of over thirty high-profile fintechs, combining insights from founders, early-stage investors, financial incumbents, and other stakeholders in this dynamic ecosystem. Combining clear descriptions and case studies with the latest findings from academic research, Fintech Explained provides a complete course for educating undergraduate and graduate students, executives, and interested professionals.

Because of its emphasis on focused breathing, gentle stretching, and precise technique, Pilates is an ideal exercise program for expectant mothers. By following the clear explanations and photo sequences in this special lay-flat binding of Pilates Workbook for Pregnancy, readers will train and strengthen the body's core muscles -- without risking harm to mother or unborn child. Strengthening these muscle groups helps ease labor and aids in swift recovery after pregnancy. Pilates Workbook for Pregnancy uses original Pilates matwork techniques to create a program designed specifically for pregnant women. Appropriate for future mothers at all levels of proficiency, the book offers three versions of each Pilates movement: easy, for those with little exercise experience prior to pregnancy; moderate, for those who are fairly active; and challenging, for those who already practice Pilates.

New Zealand was the last country in the world to be discovered and settled by humankind. It was also the first to introduce full democracy. Between those events, and in the century that followed the franchise, the movements and the conflicts of human history have been played out more intensively and more rapidly in New Zealand than anywhere else on Earth. The Penguin History of New Zealand, a new book for a new century, tells that story in all its colour and drama. The narrative that emerges in an inclusive one about men and women, Maori and Pakeha. It shows that British motives in colonising New Zealand were essentially humane; and that Maori, far from being passive victims of a 'fatal impact', coped heroically with colonisation and survived by selectively accepting and adapting what Western technology and culture had to offer. This book, a triumphant fruit of careful research, wide reading and judicious assessment, was an unprecedented best-seller from the time of its first publication in 2003.

Bernard the Blue Lobster, by Michael King, is a joyful and wonderfully drawn children's book that takes readers on an exciting underwater adventure in Sea Shanty Bay.

In a world where Bernard's blue shell makes him stand out, he often feels alone and misunderstood. But with the love and support of his loyal friend Carla Crab, Bernard learns that true friends accept and celebrate what makes us unique. When a powerful storm threatens Sea Shanty Bay, Bernard's bravery and kindness breakthrough, demonstrating that being unique is a strength, not a weakness.

From his early years, Michael discovered solace and inspiration within the pages of books. Today, he is filled with joy as he crafts stories that entertain, educate, and inspire young readers, a testament to his unwavering passion for storytelling.

When Michael is not writing, he can be found in the kitchen, where he works as a professional chef for the Department of National Defense. This role has allowed Michael to explore some of the far reaches of Canada, introducing him to new cultures and lifestyles.

Bernard, The Blue Lobster is Michael's debut children's book, and he hopes it brings joy and inspiration to all who read it.

Why You'll Fall in Love with This Book:

Beautifully Illustrated: The vibrant, enchanting artwork brings the underwater world to life, captivating children's imaginations.Heartfelt Message: Encourages children to embrace their uniqueness and to treat others with kindness and respect.Inspiring Story: Perfect for bedtime stories, family reading, or classroom discussions about empathy, diversity, and bravery.Educational Elements: Introduces young readers to marine life and ocean environments in an engaging and memorable way.

Join Bernard, a one-of-a-kind blue lobster, as he bravely faces the obstacles of being different and learns the true meaning of friendship, kindness, and acceptance. This touching story will resonate with every child who has ever felt out of place or struggled to find their way. Bernard the Blue Lobster is more than just a book; it's a comforting reminder that we all have something unique to offer the world and that true friends will always stand by our side.

Let Bernard's journey inspire your little ones to be brave, kind, and always true to themselves.

A really good summary book on Teenage Depression from Michael King. Suzanne Byrd (author of Women and ADHD)

Mental Health Publishing is proud to present Michael King's book on Teenage Depression. The book is based on Michael's experience of working for the NHS as well as his 16 years experience as a Life Coach, supporting young people with a wide variety of Mental Health challenges achieve the most out of their lives.

This workbook is designed to help teenagers who are struggling with depression. It provides information on how to cope with and heal from depression, as well as tools and exercises to help you on your journey. The book includes tips for managing symptoms, advice for seeking help, and exercises to promote self-care.

This would be a good introductory book to the subject if either yourself, or a loved one/student is suffering with depression.

For fans of rags-to-riches stories, Be There When I Return is not just about overcoming epilepsy and finding success--it is also for those who are looking for a celebration of love in its purest form.

When thirty-one-year-old Michael starts to act out of character, it gets the attention of his roommate and a woman he has started dating. After denying anything is wrong with him, Michael finally decides to visit a neurologist. His life takes an unexpected turn when he receives a life-altering diagnosis of epilepsy. What follows is a five-year saga of navigating the unpredictable terrain of seizures and the relentless pursuit of control. During this time, he finds a lifeline in the unwavering support of a new love. This powerful bond fuels his resilience and determination to reclaim his life.

At thirty-seven, Michael takes a daring leap to undergo surgery, the first of its kind at the hospital. The procedure's success sparks a profound transformation in his life. Just nine months later, a chance encounter with an old friend opens the door to an unexpected career in Silicon Valley. Leaving behind his bartending job in LA, Michael dives headfirst into the tech recruiting world, where he builds a career against all odds.

Be There When I Return is a testament to courage, love, and the pursuit of dreams. It celebrates second chances and the triumph over life's greatest challenges. Michael's journey will inspire you to believe in the impossible and seize the moments that can change everything.

Go beyond the standard checklists and ultimate guides to learn what really makes Google tick

The Science of SEO is an intuitive and practical discussion of the computer science of search engine optimization. In the book, you'll explore the relevant aspects of information retrieval, natural language processing, and generative AI you can use to accelerate and level-up your understanding of how search engines retrieve, parse, and--most importantly--rank information.

As you build your technical SEO skillset and improve your working knowledge of how modern search engines--like Google, Bing, and Yandex--operate, you'll learn to go beyond simply copying the tactics and strategies found in widely read blogs and build mental models of how search actually works--and evolves--on the modern web.

The book also offers:

• An easy-to-understand entry point for anyone trying to learn information retrieval on the web
• Techniques for building your own software (in Python and Node) that helps you analyze and navigate hidden opportunities presented by Google
• How to directly interface with engineering teams through SEO product management techniques and workflows

An essential and insightful presentation of technical SEO concepts paired with step-by-step Python and Node implementations to build your own search engine, The Science of SEO is tailor-made for SEO and web professionals seeking easy-to-follow information to help them advance their under-the-hood knowledge of search engine optimization.

Bernard the Blue Lobster, by Michael King, is a joyful and wonderfully drawn children's book that takes readers on an exciting underwater adventure in Sea Shanty Bay.

In a world where Bernard's blue shell makes him stand out, he often feels alone and misunderstood. But with the love and support of his loyal friend Carla Crab, Bernard learns that true friends accept and celebrate what makes us unique. When a powerful storm threatens Sea Shanty Bay, Bernard's bravery and kindness breakthrough, demonstrating that being unique is a strength, not a weakness.

From his early years, Michael discovered solace and inspiration within the pages of books. Today, he is filled with joy as he crafts stories that entertain, educate, and inspire young readers, a testament to his unwavering passion for storytelling.

When Michael is not writing, he can be found in the kitchen, where he works as a professional chef for the Department of National Defense. This role has allowed Michael to explore some of the far reaches of Canada, introducing him to new cultures and lifestyles.

Bernard, The Blue Lobster is Michael's debut children's book, and he hopes it brings joy and inspiration to all who read it.

Why You'll Fall in Love with This Book:

Beautifully Illustrated: The vibrant, enchanting artwork brings the underwater world to life, captivating children's imaginations.

Heartfelt Message: Encourages children to embrace their uniqueness and to treat others with kindness and respect.

Inspiring Story: Perfect for bedtime stories, family reading, or classroom discussions about empathy, diversity, and bravery.

Educational Elements: Introduces young readers to marine life and ocean environments in an engaging and memorable way.

Join Bernard, a one-of-a-kind blue lobster, as he bravely faces the obstacles of being different and learns the true meaning of friendship, kindness, and acceptance. This touching story will resonate with every child who has ever felt out of place or struggled to find their way. Bernard the Blue Lobster is more than just a book; it's a comforting reminder that we all have something unique to offer the world and that true friends will always stand by our side.

Let Bernard's journey inspire your little ones to be brave, kind, and always true to themselves.

Janet Frame, born in 1924, is New Zealand's most celebrated and least public author. Her early life in small South Island towns seemed, at times, engulfed in a tide of doom: one brother still-born, another epileptic; two sisters dead of heart failure while swimming; Frame herself committed to mental hospitals for the best part of a decade. Later, her surviving sister was temporarily felled in adulthood by a stroke, an uncle cut his throat and a cousin shot his lover, his lover's parents and then himself. This, then, is an inspiring biography of a woman who climbed out of an abyss of unhappiness to take control of her life and become one of the great writers of her time. And to enable her biographer to write this book scrupulously and honestly, Janet Frame spoke for the first time about her whole life. She also made available her personal papers and directed her family and friends to be equally communicative. The result is a biography of astonishing intimacy and frankness, written by multi-award-winning author, Dr Michael King.

In our professional lives, we are often told to read this book or attend this class in order to gain a better understanding of how to mitigate, solve, and overcome problems. How often are we ever told to read a short story or grab a book of poetry and reflect on how that might be an inspiration for change in the workplace? Mind Captures presents an imaginative romp through business experiences and other endeavors, offering insight and impetus to look at leadership and problem solving as exercises in creativity. It explores those life lessons we discover along the way as we go about some primary task in the moment, casting these moments of clarity as the little gems of life that come to us and teach us how to be more thoughtful as we go about our day. We have options to consider as we navigate this world and choose ways to contribute our important and needed talents. These writings provide encouragement to engage with our imagination along the way. This collection of poems, stories, and essays seeks to inspire creativity and passion during the regular course of our professional lives and daily existence.

Fintech Explained provides a rigorous, accessible introduction to the landscape of fintech. Michael R. King explains the customer focus, innovation strategy, business model, and valuation of leading fintechs in cryptocurrencies and decentralized finance (DeFi), crowdfunding and online lending, robo-advice and digital wealth management, payments and insurtech, digital banking, and bigtech. The book profiles the successes and failures of over thirty high-profile fintechs, combining insights from founders, early-stage investors, financial incumbents, and other stakeholders in this dynamic ecosystem. Combining clear descriptions and case studies with the latest findings from academic research, Fintech Explained provides a complete course for educating undergraduate and graduate students, executives, and interested professionals.

• Which serial killer took unlocked doors as permission to come inside his victims homes?

• Who couldn't stop laughing as she described killing her husbands?

• Which serial killer was finally apprehended because he had a parking ticket?

• Which serial killer used to be a professional wrestler?

Answers to these horrifying questions and more can be found in this easy to read serial killer overview Keep yourself or a friend up all night reading these fascinating and disturbing facts about history's most infamous serial killers.

A perfect book for any true crime addict, murderino, or anyone morbidly curious about the darkest tales humanity has to offer. From Ted Bundy to Aileen Wuornos to possibly some depraved souls you've never even heard of readers will be torn between turning the pages and hiding under the covers.

Buffalo Days, Legends of Dodge City, is about outfits of buffalo runners who traveled in and out of the Arkansas River Valley from 1870 to 1872. The book is a collection of individual stories of how men became legends of their experiences, founded at times by luck, but mostly on their skills to survive. These are the stories of personal legends established out of solid character and the will to endure, making them unique to American lore. Here are the hunters such as Charles Rath, Josiah Wright Mooar, Jim White, Thomas Nixon, HooDoo Brown, Bill Tilghman, and Billy Dixon. The fully illustrated book is the second in a series of frontier books by Michael King based on the historical records of individual characters and their actions to become remembered as legends. These are the stories of legendary men told by the citizens of a fledgling town born out of the prairie that became known as Dodge City, Kansas. Many of the stories captivate the adventure, excitement, and experience of the Old West, tell the facts behind the individuals who were the founders of Dodge City and the events for which they participated in a less dramatized way. It is also the story of the greatest slaughter of any animal history: the great Bison herds of America. Michael King dramatically retells twelve distinct narratives of the great buffalo slaughter with striking, intelligently researched text and recollective illustrations and photographs. Michael King eloquently and graphically describes all aspects of the hunt and the hunters, including the beginnings of a town on the plains called Dodge City.

Men are experiencing growing feelings of anger, anxiety, lack of hope, lack of purpose, and a craving for growth and development. If left unchecked, these feelings become a breeding ground for depression. Ultimately, it is not the just the individual man who suffers from this misery; these sentiments end up bleeding over into the lives of those around them. The best way to address these feelings of hopelessness is through honest conversation.

In Tribe of Men, author Michael King seeks to open up a dialogue in which everyone can engage. Instead of focusing on being tough enough, men can participate in a meaningful and deep conversation about true change. Engaging in the idea of men's mental health, King covers issues such as:

• Identifying tools that can be used to build resilience
• Discovering tactics to deal with issues of insecurity and trauma
• Building and nurturing healthy relationships
• Confronting toxic masculine pride

By broaching the topic of men's mental health, Tribe of Men hopes to develop an honest and beneficial conversation that has long-lasting effects on future generations of men.

In The Framework of Criminal Justice, originally published in 1981, the criminal justice process is analysed by using six models, each of which expresses a different justification for criminal justice and punishment: the due process model - exacting justice between equal parties; the crime control model - punishing wrong and preventing further crime; the bureaucratic model - controlling crime and criminals; the medical model - rehabilitating offenders; the status passage model - publicly denouncing the crime and criminal; and the power model - maintaining domination by the ruling class and reinforcing class values. The study examines the formal rules and procedures of the magistrate court system within the context of these models and also discusses the roles of the actors (police, defendant, magistrate, court clerks, and lawyers). Next, the study depicts eight scenes that occur from the defendant's arrest through a court hearing to sentencing. It assesses how closely the activity and behaviour within the system follow the formal protections granted by the British system of justice, and it concludes that the process is far more complex and the rules far more open to interpretation than is commonly believed. The book suggests that this miscalculation has led to the failure of various reforms - special attention is given to the Bail Reform Act of 1976 and two sections of the Criminal Law Act of 1977. It further suggests that real reform must depend upon an understanding of the political nature of the criminal justice system.

In The Framework of Criminal Justice, originally published in 1981, the criminal justice process is analysed by using six models, each of which expresses a different justification for criminal justice and punishment: the due process model - exacting justice between equal parties; the crime control model - punishing wrong and preventing further crime; the bureaucratic model - controlling crime and criminals; the medical model - rehabilitating offenders; the status passage model - publicly denouncing the crime and criminal; and the power model - maintaining domination by the ruling class and reinforcing class values. The study examines the formal rules and procedures of the magistrate court system within the context of these models and also discusses the roles of the actors (police, defendant, magistrate, court clerks, and lawyers). Next, the study depicts eight scenes that occur from the defendant's arrest through a court hearing to sentencing. It assesses how closely the activity and behaviour within the system follow the formal protections granted by the British system of justice, and it concludes that the process is far more complex and the rules far more open to interpretation than is commonly believed. The book suggests that this miscalculation has led to the failure of various reforms - special attention is given to the Bail Reform Act of 1976 and two sections of the Criminal Law Act of 1977. It further suggests that real reform must depend upon an understanding of the political nature of the criminal justice system.

Man in a Black Derby Hat sets the stage for a thrilling fight for survival on the harsh frontier. The tales unfold through the eyes of the protagonist, who navigates a heart-pumping journey from buffalo hunter to gambler and ultimately to lawman. Michael King brilliantly brings to life frontiersman William Bat Masterson and the vibrant community of Dodge City, painting a vivid portrait of the era through meticulous historical research. Each chapter plunges the reader into intense, life-threatening moments, showcasing the profound growth of a man who learns to face his deepest fears. With each turn of the page, King crafts unforgettable scenes that encapsulate the very essence of frontier life, transforming ordinary events into thrilling escapades that enrich Masterson's legendary narrative.

What sets this collection of short stories apart is its raw authenticity. The stories resonate with a true frontiersman's unrefined language and perspective, woven against the expansive backdrop of Kansas's sweeping plains. King's carefully chosen words echo the strength and resilience of his characters while creating a rhythm that enhances the reading experience.

These narratives reveal essential truths, offering sharp insights into the human condition during frontier life's gritty, formative days. With a concise yet evocative style, the narrative invites readers to pause and reflect on its deeper meanings long after reaching the end, allowing these contemplations to intertwine with what it was like to survive in the frontier.