Books published by Houndstooth Press

"Retirement has changed dramatically since our parents' generation. People are living far longer, with far better health than ever before-both mentally and physically. Instead of slowing down, people are leaving their jobs feeling ready to take on the world. And then, suddenly, they have nothing to do. ... [This book explores] twenty-first-century retirement, helping you plan all the nonfinancial aspects of what comes next"--Back cover.

One. Lee D. Beck counted the first wave and waited for the second, knowing that he''d have a chance of surviving if he could hold his breath, maintain his composure, and count to six, the number of waves in a typical set. The leash of his surfboard, wedged in coral, was holding him captive underwater. If he freed himself before the waves broke, they would send him tumbling into the reef behind him. The waves kept coming. Lee kept counting. Six. Seven...Thirteen.∩╗┐It wasn''t the first time Lee found himself in a fight for survival, and it wouldn''t be the last. But not all of life''s challenges are extreme, and the lessons taught are just as valuable. In Thirteen Waves, Lee shares autobiographical stories that provide insightful guidance and timeless advice. It''s the curation of experience and wisdom from a single father for his three sons, designed to inspire thoughtful decision-making in a changing world. Whether you''re an executive struggling in your career, or a student learning to navigate life, you''ll benefit from this journey that offers you and your family time to reflect, opportunities to discuss, and courage to face any challenge with grace and determination.

Imagine you've just been invited to a high-level event. The room is filled with fascinating people, and you know you want to be in their orbit. The problem is, you have no idea how to get there. So instead, you find the nearest chair and stay put for the next two hours. If you're introverted, shy, or socially awkward, this scenario probably feels familiar. Social discomfort shouldn't stop you from making connections, succeeding in business, or upgrading your life and lifestyle. An Introvert's Guide to World Domination will teach you how to do this, and navigate social events with ease.By breaking the process down into bite-sized steps, Nick Shelton offers practical, reliable strategies for forming lasting connections with others. You will improve your confidence, strengthen your relationships, and gain access to people and opportunities you've never had before. Shelton speaks from firsthand experience. After a lifetime of shyness, he's ditched the lonely chair and made introversion his greatest strength. Now, you can too.

Have you had enough?Enough of political extremists and insiders who want to silence and divide us so they can dominate the debate and impose their agendas? Enough of the personal attacks and self-serving spin they use to hide the truth, complicate the system, and keep us on the sidelines?As a nation, we've become increasingly divided and uncivil. But we've always had the power to reclaim our government, find common ground, and solve our biggest problems-even if we didn't know it. In We the People, Ed Wynn simplifies US politics and reveals what political extremists and insiders don't want you to know: - How to get the truth and the facts we need to hold our governments accountable- How to stop the silencing of moderate voices and end verbal violence- How to discover practical, unifying solutions to the most important issues we faceWe the People. A phrase so important that it's the first three words of our Constitution. Together, we have the power to restore our government to serve us all-it's time we use it.