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      • The Glass Slipper Literary Agency

        The Glass Slipper Literary Agency is a full-service literary agency that seeks to excavate, unearth and unveil stories that provoke, trigger, inflame, inspire and awaken, bringing diverse, marginalized and globally appealing voices to the world. We work with authors and publishers across the Americas, Europe, UK, and South Asia. We aim to change the face of the publishing industry by increasing diversity and evoking marginalized and underrepresented voices, including BIPOC,  LGBTQIA, neurodivergent, and/or differently-abled authors.   We proactively nurture writers across the world and take them through every stage of the roller-coaster that is intrinsic to getting published and/or having your work optioned for on-screen adaptation spanning films, TV shows, web series, and more. We believe in developing and furthering the careers of our authors, also helping them build a solid presence across all traditional and non-traditional media, worldwide. Beyond the contours of traditional representation to publishers, we brainstorm potential new projects, orchestrate all book rights for our clients, including translation, republication and entertainment rights, and actively pitch our authors and their works for slots in prime TV shows, print and electronic media outlets, including but not limited to, interviews, Q&As, book reviews and longer-form features on our writers and their works.

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      • Economics

        Industrial Clusters in Local and Regional Economies

        A Post Porter Approach to the Identification and Evaluation of Clusters in North Dublin

        by Helen McGrath

      • Economic growth

        Local Dublin Global Dublin

        Public Policy in an Evolving City Region

        by David Jacobson

        This timely volume examines the state of public policy formulation in the Dublin city region and the implications for the key public policy processes and regional stakeholders of ongoing and potential changes in the region's economy and its relationship with other comparable city regions. The contributors offer elected representatives, policy makers, citizens and communities some considered advice that draws on past experience and the lessons learned from other countries. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the key public policy choices facing the Dublin city region, including spatial planning,local development, public infrastructure, higher education, innovation, labour market intervention and sourcing international investment. Its contributors include respected economists, geographers and political scientists presenting accessible and thought-provoking analyses, and outlining a framework for public policy formulation and implementation for an evolving city region in the context of the ongoing reconfiguration of global trade and financial networks.

      • Organization & management of education

        Reinventing the University

        by Kathryn Mohrman

        “Business as usual" is no longer a viable way of running a 21st Century university. The impact of globalization, the growing complexity of the university mission and the still uncertain impact of the 2008/09 global recession all point towards a future characterised by uncertainty. Against the pessimistic scenario, however, we can discern some good reasons for optimism in regards to the university re-inventing itself for the new millennium. This book demonstrates the need for the modern university to move beyond narrow disciplinary boundaries and to become more socially embedded in order to succeed in the current competitive climate. The universities are uniquely positioned to bridge the needs of the citizen and the emerging technologies in a democratic and participatory manner. Science and technology is leaping ahead at an unprecedented pace due to globalisation, but often social needs and human ethics are not to the fore. While universities cannot retreat to an ‘ivory tower’ which no longer exists, they can engage with technology and the market to help make science serve social need and advance democratic citizenship in a most turbulent global era.

      • Civil engineering, surveying & building

        Practical Stress Analysis With Finite Elements (2nd Edition)

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      • Advice on careers & achieving success

        Why Some People Succeed and Others Fail

        by Samuel A. Malone

        In this inspiring and remarkable book you will discover the principles of success that have directed and motivated many people to make a significant contribution and difference to the world. You will also uncover the pitfalls to avoid in your quest to become the best you can be. Success in any endeavour does not happen by chance. It happens through the application of sound principles and purposeful actions such as: Setting realistic goals Making worthwhile plans Practising good interpersonal relationships Having confidence and self-belief Being optimistic Developing self-esteem Being persistent and resilient Being highly motivated Developing the habit of lifelong learning and continuous improvement Practising good personal values.

      • Fitness & diet

        How to Get a Flat Stomach in 30 Days

        by Kevin Sheridan

        You will NEVER have to go on a diet again...Are you ready to embark on the most rewarding and exciting challenge of your life?     The weight loss technique shown in “How to Get a Flat Stomach in 30 Days” has proven to be virtually 100% successful for those who genuinely apply its principles. The good news is that this book gives you all of the tools to obtain a flat stomach in 30 days and keep it! You will discover the secrets that others have paid thousands to learn.     This book will show you:     How to lose weight easily using the latest scientific findings. How to feel motivated and healthy, and to increase your energy levels. How to use the unique “MERC” weight loss formula. An effective 30 day program that will remove years of accumulated toxinsfrom your body. How to identify and remove the foods and chemicals that depress your metabolism. Effective exercise techniques and programmes to remove excessive fat. Also included are:     Step-by-step, day-to-day lists of what to eat and what exercises to do. Food shopping lists and menu plans. The four golden rules to permanent weight loss which will give you that slender tonedbody. The eight super foods which will have you looking and feeling great. “Mind Games” - precise strategies to help you mentally adapt to changing your lifestyle forever. A comprehensive  “21 day Bikini blitz”     Imagine, you can lose up to 15 pounds (6Kg) in 30 days… permanently! The secrets and techniques in this book will even help you to burn fat while you sleep! This book promises “your best ever shape” and you will not be disappointed, because it really works! Kevin Sheridan is one of Ireland’s leading weight loss experts. He is an NCEF qualified personal trainer with over twenty years of experience specializing in weight loss, toning and fitness. He lives and works in Dublin where he is a full time personal trainer and a frequent contrubutor to radio and TV programmes where he specialises in weight loss. He also lectures on college courses in fitness and health

      • Literary studies: general
        February 2012

        Reading More of Roddy Doyle

        by Caramine White

        Reading More of Roddy Doyle provides an in-depth analysis of Roddy Doyle’s work since 1999. Doyle is unique in that he is constantly experimenting with different genres, including: screenplays, biographies, children’s stories, novels, short stories and television. Interestingly, he not only deals with contemporary issues (such as alcoholism and spousal abuse) but has also attempted to contemporize Irish and American history. Caramine White, PhD, offers an overview of Doyle’s oeuvre followed by critical analyses of each of Doyle’s more recent works. All of the major works of fiction are discussed (A Star Called Henry; Oh, Play that Thing; Paula Spencer and The Dead Republic) together with the two short story collections (The Deportees and Bullfighting). White also explores how the memoir Rory and Ita sheds light on Doyle’s other works as well as on the author himself. An analysis of his short stories, screenplays, children’s books, and stage plays is also included. A lengthy and candid interview with Doyle concludes the book.

      • Humour

        Where Do Daddies Come From?

        A Pregnancy Guide for Men

        by Steve Cummins

        Steve Cummins is the father of two strong, beautiful boys, one of whom came as a bigger shock than George W getting elected to a second term while the other was more planned than Stalin's first five years in power. One was an emergency caesarean while the other was pushed out in a shower of urine and expletives (mostly from the author - not his wife!). Steve is a professional comedian which has had the added benefits of him having taken care of his boys since his wife finished maternity leave since he works mostly at night (Yes,he is a yummy mummy!).   This book is a seriously funny take on pregnancy and childbirth but, don't worry, you will also learn lots and have a laugh while doing so. Pregnancy and babies are an amazing experience and a huge challenge at the same time. You are about to be given an incredible gift, one you will love in a way you heretofore never thought possible. You are also going to feel left out, alienated, confused, terrified and grossed out. Horny too, but what else is new. While everyone accepts and makes allowances for the mother, no one ever thinks of the father. This is a book for men. By all means read her the odd excerpt (Steve even put in a few paragraphs that keep her sweet for this very reason) but for the love of God don't let her get her hands on it! Steve Cummins is a comedian, broadcaster and writer. He is currently the resident host of The Laughter Lounge, Ireland's largest and most prestigious comedy club. He has performed comedy on national and international TV and regularly performs abroad. Steve has written and performed comedy for TV and Radio shows and also wrote the Dad's Diary column in Mothers & Babies magazine of the Irish Independent for over a year.

      • Thriller / suspense

        A Fateful farewell.

        by James Kilcullen

        When David Levin's property empire collapses he decides to put an end to it all - but fate intervenes.

      • Philosophy of religion

        Why Are We Here?

        by James Kilcullen

        PHILOSOPHICAL ANSWER TO WHY HUMAN BEINGS EXIST AND FOR WHAT PURPOSE. Where did we come from? Where are we going? Do we have spirits? Do we live once or many times? Is there a creator? Why is this world in such a mess? How can we cope with inequality, violence, abortion and global warming?

      • Bankruptcy & insolvency

        Slaves to the Money Lenders.

        by James Kilcullen

        When the SW bank in Hibernia becomes insolvent its CEO S.W.A. Mullarkey persuades his old friend, Moxy O'Shea, Taoiseach, to guarantee its solvency. Mullarkey is delighted, having passed the problem to the taxpayers; Frank Carney, leader of the opposition, is furious and demands a general election. The EU demand an austerity budget. Frank wins the election and becomes Taoiseach, but how can he save his country?

      • Religion & politics

        Pope John XXIV.

        Final Pontiff.

        by James Kilcullen

        Pope Pius X111 is dying, Cardinal Manzu is operating a financial scam with people outside the Vatican. To continue the scam he must obtain a fresh mandate from the new pope. Monsignor Spolverini becomes aware of the scam, but what can he do about it? The church is in dire straights. Paulo Sabbioni, a humble prelate, cannot understand how he became a bishop, never mind Patriarch of Venice; terminally ill, Cardinal Crosoli, in Florence, knows who he wantsto be the new pope, but can he do it? He also learns about the scam. His over riding concern: can the church be saved?

      • Global warming

        I want to live.

        by James Kilcullen

        Global warming has reached its peak; the area between the tropics of Cancer and Capriciorn is so hot it can no longer support human or animal life. People are dying or moving north and south to cooler climates, which have closed their borders as they cannot cope with increased populations. Violence is widespread. James Laffoy,earth scientist, has failed to persuade the powers to take drastic action before it's too late. He retreats to his late father's uninhabited island off the west coast of ireland and, over a number of years, with a small number of like minded people, prepares for the worst. Can they survive in a world that's closing down rapidly?

      • Fantasy
        October 2014

        Midas Rex in Connemara.

        by James Kilcullen

        The world's richest man, with his entourage, checks into the Turla Lodge Hotel, in the heart of Connemara. He doesn't tell his staff why he has come to this desolate area; certainly not on vacation. He is seeking the one thing his  money can't buy. Frank Carney, the Taoiseach is summoned to his presence and handed a note of his requirement. Frank absolutely refuses. "Do as I order or I'll have this damned country blown off the face of the map." Frank consults Ulick and Dan/Ozzy. If they give in  to this autocrat - they're damned and if they don't - they're damned. What can they do?

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