FREE (and bargain) books for the NOOK - July 2011

[koland]

It's a new month and there are new freebies. Several from last month are still free, so be sure to check the previous thread, HERE.

This is the sticky thread for free and bargain books in the B&N store, or free books in EPUB format found elsewhere, for July 2011. Rather than try to update the first post with a list of all the books, which is continually changing, instead new books will be posted at the end of the thread and each month there will be a new thread, letting the old one drop off the top of the forum. Anyone can post to the thread, but there are a few rules:

1. Books may be posted from the B&N, Sony or other ebookstores, so long as they are in a nook or NOOKcolor compatible fomat.
2. Do not edit old messages to add new books. Most people read this thread by clicking to see new posts. If you edit old messages, then no one is notified of a new post and often won't see the updates when they click to see new messages. If you need to edit an old message to correct a link or other info (or even want to note a book that is no longer free), that is perfectly ok.
3. No author self-promotions or self-published books. If you are an author and posting another's author's work, it should be either a non-self-published book or one that you've read to the end and would not feel embarrassed to recommend to your mother, closest friends and priest/minister (assuming they read the same genre). In other words, the writing is exceptional (no misspellings or substituted words, grammar rules obeyed, formatting that looks good on the read screen). It isn't that we don't want you to post, but author self-promotions can overwhelm the list and a special child forum in the Deals and Bargains section has been provided for this purpose.
4. No excerpts or sample chapters (business minis are ok, so long as they are not just samples of another book).
5. Please indicate the price of any book that is not being offered free. You don't have to say "free" if one is, but it would be nice if you include that in the message. The maximum price for bargains is a bit flexible, but generally under $2 and nothing over $5, unless it is a volume that contains several titles in one and the total price per book puts it into the bargain realm or the digital price is below 25% of the list print price and 50% of the digital list price; this lets you include high priced reference books or cookbooks that are extremely heavily discounted, for one reason or another (but, let's not include books that are at $9.99 all the time, ok?).
6. If you see the genre of a book and it isn't clear from the book description that you post, please include it; conversely, if someone leaves this off, don't post to berate them, but you can post to include that info for others.
7. If you are posting a book that is free only in selected geographic regions, other than the US, please say so. For rather obvious reasons, most are going to be US restricted (since B&N restricts all their sales to US only, by address and IP). Also, if you do not have your current location set in your profile (below your name, it shows next to all of your posts), then add that to your post (as it "this is free here in Canada"). To all: please note that whether or not a book is free in a country other than the one a person is logged into is not easily discovered. The person who posts often has no way to determine that you will pay a different amount if you are in a different country. Also, prices can change minute to minute and freebies can last as little as an hour (possibly less), so always check the price before one-clicking. If you discover that a book costs more, you may leave a single comment with the country and price/restriction (for example: "This book costs $9.99 in the UK" or "Not available in Canada").
8. Try to keep chit-chat to a minimum. That will keep notifications of a new message in the thread down to (generally) only when a new book has been posted, making the thread more useful for all.

If you agree or disagree with the rules, have more to be added, etc, please send me a private message, rather than replying here. I'll discuss it with the moderators and we'll modify as needed.

[koland]

Veiled Freedom ($9.99 Kindle), by Jeanette Windle, is free at B&N courtesy of Christian publisher Tyndale House.

Book Description
Naïve and idealistic, relief worker Amy Mallory arrives in Kabul ready to change the world. She soon discovers that as a woman in Afghanistan, the challenges she faces are monumental. As the new security chief to the Minister of the Interior, former Special Forces veteran Steve Wilson is disillusioned to find that the country he fought to set free has fallen into its old habits of greed and corruption. Afghani native Jamil returns to his homeland seeking a job while his painful past continues to haunt him. All three search for truth . . . and for freedom . . . but at what cost?

Click HERE for the free book from B&N.


Taken (Left Behind Hardcover Collections Book 1), by Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins, is free on Kindle and from B&N courtesy of Christian publisher Tyndale House.

Book Description
The first eight books featuring the young Trib Force, now available in a value-priced hardcover for collectors and for readers who want a longer read. Best for ages 10-14 but loved by all ages.

Book #1: Taken contains the first four books and features background plots from Left Behind.

Book #2: Pursued covers books 5-8 with background plots from Tribulation Force.

In one shocking moment millions around the globe disappear. Those left behind face an uncertain future, especially four unlikely friends who now find themselves alone. As the kids search for help and answers, they learn the truth behind the disappearances. Join the Young Trib Force as the world falls apart around them, and they must band together to find faith and fight the veil future that threatens all of humanity.

Click HERE for the free book from B&N.

[koland]

Five free books from L. Ron Hubbard, from both Kindle and B&N stores. A few have been free before (some Kindle only, one B&N only). I've put the original publication dates after the titles.

Spy Killer- 1936 (B&N link)

Book Description
Falsely accused of murder and grand larceny, Kurt Reid flees to Shanghai. After rescuing a White Russian spy, he's captured by the Chinese and forced into the cloak-and-dagger world of espionage and intrigue, where everything and everyone are not what they appear to be.

The Great Secret- 1943 (B&N link)

Book Description
Fanner Marsten is a man whose greed and lust for power drives him through a blistering desert to the legendary city of Parva, where a secret awaits which will give him absolute control over all the universe. Also includes: Space Can, The Beast and The Slaver.

If I Were You- 1940 (B&N link)

Book Description
Circus midget Little Tom Little learns from a set of ancient books on black magic how to switch bodies. When he jumps into the body of a lion tamer, he finds himself caught in the center ring surrounded by dozens of savage cats and quickly realizes that his craving for height just may have led him to a gruesome death. Also includes The Last Drop.

Under the Black Ensign- 1935 (B&N link)

Book Description
Tom Bristol barely escapes an unjust death sentence aboard the British HMS Terror when the ship is overtaken by pirates. Soon enough, Bristol is stranded on a desert island for stopping a pirate mutiny. When Lady Jane Campbell joins Tom at sea, things really set sail in this swashbuckling adventure.

Branded Outlaw- 1930's (B&N link)

Book Description
Lee Weston is blamed for rustling cattle, which he's almost lynched for. But nothing will stop him from finding his father's killer . . . until he's framed for shooting the father of the only girl he's ever looked at more than once and now the whole town is after him!

[koland]

Knowing the Truth About Jesus the Messiah ($3.99 Kindle), by John Ankerberg and John Weldon, is free from ChristianBook.

Book Description
Is Jesus the True Messiah? Jesus of Nazareth changed the world. He is the subject of more books, plays, poetry, films and worship than any man in history. But is He more than just a man? Citing specific facts and probability statistics, the authors conclusively show:

* Unassailable, prophetic proof that Jesus is the Messiah
* Biblical evidence confirming Jesus’ supreme authority
* Specific confirmation of the Bible’s accuracy in prophecy

Knowing the Truth About Jesus the Messiah offers you ready access to proof that Jesus Christ is the Messiah.

Click HERE for the free book from ChristianBook. This is a DRM-free EPUB.

[koland]

Harry Potter Collector's Handbook, by William Silvester, is free in the Kindle store and from B&N this morning.

Book Description
Welcome, Muggles, to the magic, mystery, and merchandise of the wonderful wizarding world of Harry Potter!

Harry Potter Collector's Handbook will bewitch you with colorful images and current values of licensed products based on the famous boy wizard and his charming chums and nefarious foes. Just for you, we've conjured:

* 1,000+ spellbinding listings, pictures, and secondary market values.
* Information arranged—magically!—in alphabetical order to make it easy to find what you're looking for.
* A diverse array of collectibles from rare first editions of books worth thousands of dollars to items worth slightly fewer galleons.

If you're mesmerized by “Pottermania,” you'll never want to depart the enchanting world of witchcraft and wizardry presented in Harry Potter Collector's Handbook."

Click HERE for the free book from B&N.

[koland]

15 Lessons on Personal Success, a collection of business shorts from FT Press, is free in the Kindle store and from B&N this morning.

Book Description
A brand new collection of essential insights for your business and career from world-renowned experts . . . now in a convenient e-format, at a great price!

Achieve greatness! Fast, practical ways to overcome your weaknesses, build on your strengths, and supercharge your personal effectiveness.

Proven techniques for defining your vision, building your credibility, motivating your team, handling surprises and failure, getting answers, finding your passion, living your dream, preserving your integrity, and achieving breakthrough personal performance!

From world-renowned leaders and experts, including Jerry Porras, Stewart Emery, Dean A. Shepherd, Jon M. Huntsman, Terry J. Fadem, and many more.

Included in this collection:

* Credibility: I've Lost It-Can I Rebuild It? (Sandy Allgeier)
* Success Starts with a Pure Vision: How to See Yourself Winning (Kevin Elko)
* Seek Success, Not Approval: The Only Approval You Need is Yours (Kevin Elko)
* Whatever You Are, Be a Good One: To Get from Good to Great, You Must Lean How to Get Good (Stewart Emery)
* When the Inevitable Surprises Occur . . . Are You Ready to Diffuse the Situation with the Right Questions? (Terry J. Fadem)
* Are You Asking the Right Questions?: Effective Managers Do, and So Can You (Terry J. Fadem)
* Integrity Matters: Trust Is the Bedrock of Success (Alan Lurie)
* Struggle with the Issue, Not Each Other: Using Confrontation to Harvest Success (Jerry Porras, Stewart Emery, and Mark Thompson)
* From Your Greatest Struggles, Come Your Greatest Triumphs: Personal Strengths Build to Last (Jerry Porras, Stewart Emery, and Mark Thompson)
* Life Balance Is Fiction: Finding Your Passion Will Bring a Life Built to Last (Jerry Porras, Stewart Emery, and Mark Thompson)
* Swimming Against the Tide of Opinion: Self-Esteem Built to Last (Jerry Porras, Stewart Emery, and Mark Thompson)
* Stubbornly Hold on to Your Dreams: Meaning Built to Last (Jerry Porras, Stewart Emery, and Mark Thompson)
* Commitment and Performance: Make Your Failures Pay Off for You! (Dean A. Shepherd)
* Learning from Failure to Maintain High Commitment and Performance (Dean A. Shepherd)
* Values Don't Change, Even as You Chase Success (Jon M. Huntsman)


Click HERE for the free book from B&N.

[koland]

Make More, Worry Less: Secrets from 18 Extraordinary People Who Created a Bigger Income and a Better Life, by Wes Moss, is free in the Kindle store and from B&N this morning.

Book Description
Make More. Worry Less. Everyone wants to do that–but how? And how can you do it within the organization, where most people will spend their entire working lives? This book has the answers. No academic theory here: Make More, Worry Less brings together 18 riveting stories from people who’ve achieved both of these goals, gaining surprising wealth and real peace of mind along the way.

These aren’t superheroes. They’re ordinary people who’ve done the extraordinary: from fast-food worker Linda Robb, now earning a six-figure income at Aflac, to once lowly telemarketer Steve Hudson, now running business development at one of the most promising start-up companies in the nation. Author and radio host Wes Moss reveals the powerful lessons these individuals have learned. Better yet, he shows how you can use those lessons to take ownership of your life and career, earning more money than you ever thought possible.

But that’s only half the equation! Moss also shows how to handle your increased success with less stress, fewer worries, and greater happiness.

Every single story in this book is accompanied by specific tips, tricks, steps to take, and mistakes to avoid: actionable information you can use right now. If you want to change your life, start right here.

Click HERE for the free book from B&N.

[koland]

Easy Money: How to Simplify Your Finances and Get What You Want out of Life, by Liz Pulliam Weston, is free in the Kindle store and from B&N this morning.

Book Description
Simplify your financial life… now and forever!

* By the Internet’s #1 personal finance expert, MSN’s Liz Pulliam Weston
* Stop feeling overwhelmed by your finances: take control, the easy way!
* Save time, avoid mistakes, and help secure your future
* Common sense. Easy solutions. Plain English.

Best selling author, Liz Pulliam Weston, takes on the problem everyone has, and nobody talks about: the sheer hassle of managing your money! Weston offers practical guidance and easy checklists for every decision: investments, credit cards, insurance, mortgages, retirement, college savings, and more! Discover how to consolidate, delegate, and automate your finances…save time and money…and live a more rewarding, secure life!

Click HERE for the free book from B&N.

[koland]

A Trader's First Book on Commodities, by Carley Garner, is free in the Kindle store and from B&N this morning. This looks to be the full book (they are selling a sample, with the intro and Chapter 5 for $2.99 -- which I would not even buy if it were free).

Book Description
You can make large profits by trading commodities--but you’ll need significant practical knowledge of the associated risks and market characteristics before you start. That’s where this book comes in. You won’t find boring theory or bewilderingly complex trading strategies here. You will find specific guidance on accessing commodity markets cost-effectively, avoiding common beginners’ mistakes, and improving the odds of successful, profitable trades.

Drawing on her extensive experience teaching traders, Garner shows how to calculate profit, loss, and risk in commodities, and choose the best brokerage firm, service level, data sources, and market access for your needs.
Garner demystifies the industry’s colorful language, helps you clearly understand what you’re buying and selling, and walks you through the entire trading process. She concludes with a refreshingly new look at topics such as trading plans, handling margin calls, and even maintaining emotional stability as a trader.

Click HERE for the free book from B&N.

[koland]

Analysis Without Paralysis: 10 Tools to Make Better Strategic Decisions, by Craig S. Fleisher and Babette E. Bensoussan, is free in the Kindle store and from B&N this morning.

Book Description
If you’re a manager or business owner, you need tools to make better decisions--about business strategy, marketing, competition, positioning, product development, and much more. In Analysis Without Paralysis, two renowned experts on business analysis and strategy bring you those tools, in plain English!

Babette Bensoussan and Craig Fleisher teach you exactly what you need to know, without dragging you through unnecessarily complex concepts or advanced mathematics. They start with a practical, realistic introduction to the analysis process; then they walk you through ten core sets of analysis techniques that every manager can use effectively.

You’ll master classic techniques like SWOT analysis and Porter’s Five Forces, in addition to the latest approaches to competitor, financial, issue, and value chain analysis. Next, Bensoussan and Fleisher guide you through analyzing the global social, political, and macroenvironmental challenges that will increasingly shape the future of your business.

For each tool, the authors present clear descriptions, context, rationales, strengths, weaknesses, step-by-step instructions, and case study examples. The result: a book you can rely on to address your strategic and business challenges--whatever your role, experience, industry, or environment.

Click HERE for the free book from B&N.

[koland]

The Big 5-OH!, by Sandra D. Bricker, is a repeat freebie in the Kindle store, courtesy of Christian publisher Abingdon Press, but under a new ASIN (grab it again if you want to be able to loan it or you are interested in the updated formatting, as the old edition was the scanned, Topaz format and this is the much better looking, native mobi format) and is also from B&N and ChristianBook this time around.

Book Description
Olivia Wallace has a birthday curse . . . or so she thinks. It was a broken heart on her 16th, a car accident on her 21st, pneumonia on her 30th, and a fall down a flight of stairs on her 35th. There were Ohio blizzards on her 38th, 39th, and 40th; and six days before her 45th, she lost the love of her life to a heart attack. Numbing grief stole that birthday and a couple more to follow and, on the morning of her 48th birthday, she received the call she’d dreaded ever since losing her mom so many years ago…she was diagnosed with stage-3 ovarian cancer. The doctors didn’t hold out a lot of hope, but Liv survived and maintained her faith. Months of surgeries and chemotherapy and radiation treatments followed. But now, as her 50th birthday creeps up the icy Ohio path toward her, her hair has grown back, her energy level is up, and she is officially cancer free. It makes her nervous. After everything she’s gone through, Liv hates the idea of driving on icy roads and returning to work as an O.R. nurse in a local Cincinnati hospital.Her best friend Hallie knows just the thing to break Liv out of the winter doldrums, while providing a safe haven of warmth, sunshine, and a time to regroup: a holiday in the Florida sunshine!

Click HERE for the free book from B&N.
Click HERE for the free book from Christianbook.

[koland]

Ten days after it appeared as a freebie in the UK Kindle store, Live Like You Mean It: The 10 Crucial Questions That Will Help You Clarify Your Purpose / Live Intentionally / Make the Most of the Rest of Your Life, by T.J. Addington, is now free for US Kindle customers and from Barnes and Noble, courtesy of Christian publisher NavPress.

Book Description
Scripture tells us we are “God’s workmanship,” born to participate in intimate relationship with God. We are to do the work of His kingdom--this is foundational to our identity.

This book will show you how to respond to your God-inspired inner urgings and live them out intentionally. Discover your true significance and priorities in living out the incredible work of God’s kingdom.

A great discipleship tool, Live Like You Mean It also can be used in a missional setting or for personal spiritual growth.

Click HERE for the free book from B&N.

[koland]

The Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook Presents: 10 Summertime Treats, by Dinah Bucholz, is free in the Sony eBookstore this afternoon. This is an excerpt from the larger volume, The Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook, as was a Christmas sample that was free last December (and which is still free from B&N, but is now missing from the Kindle and Sony stores; none of the titles are on Kobo). No doubt this one will be on Kindle and at B&N within a few days.

Book Description
There is no official description yet, but there are 10 recipes included, most of which are different summertime drinks or ice cream, along with one non-dairy frozen dessert and burgers.

Click HERE for the free book from Sony.

[koland]

Veiled Freedom, by Jeanette Windle, is free on Kindle and at B&N courtesy of Christian publisher Tyndale House.

Book Description
Naïve and idealistic, relief worker Amy Mallory arrives in Kabul ready to change the world. She soon discovers that as a woman in Afghanistan, the challenges she faces are monumental. As the new security chief to the Minister of the Interior, former Special Forces veteran Steve Wilson is disillusioned to find that the country he fought to set free has fallen into its old habits of greed and corruption. Afghani native Jamil returns to his homeland seeking a job while his painful past continues to haunt him. All three search for truth . . . and for freedom . . . but at what cost?

Click HERE for the free book from B&N.

[koland]

Hostage in Havana ($9.99 Kindle), the first in the new Cuban Trilogy by Noel Hynd, is free at Barnes & Noble, courtesy of Christian publisher Zondervan. It is already showing in the free searches at Amazon, so it should drop in price there later today for US customers (it's already free for those in the UK, but not those in Europe.

Book Description
From bestselling ABA author Noel Hynd comes this new series set against the backdrop of Havana, an explosive capital city of faded charm locked in the past and torn by political intrigue.U.S. Treasury Agent Alexandra LaDuca leaves her Manhattan home on an illegal mission to Cuba that could cost her everything. Accompanying her is the attractive but dangerous Paul Guarneri, a Cuban-born exile who lives in the gray areas of the law. Together, they plunge into subterfuge and danger. Without the support of the United States, Alex must navigate Cuban police, saboteurs, pro-Castro security forces, and an assassin who follows her from New York. Bullets fly as allies become traitors and enemies become unexpected friends. Alex, recovering from the tragic loss of her fiance a year before, reexamines faith and new love while taking readers on a fast-paced adventure. Readers of general market thrillers, such as John le Carre, David Baldacci, and Joel Rosenberg, will eagerly anticipate this first installment.


Click HERE to get the free book from B&N.