Meet Zuri. She’s living a fabulous life. Great car, gorgeous apartment, well paid job. Meet Zuri. Broken down car, an apartment she cant afford, a job she’s about to lose. What’s a broke girl to do? With each chapter of The Smart Money Woman comes a Smart Money Lesson, there to help you work your way up the financial ladder.

Did you know that ? * Women live longer than men * Women spend less time in the workforce than men * Many women don't plan for the unexpected in life Women's financial needs differ dramatically from men's - none of us can afford to be complacent about money. How much did you spend on fitness and skincare last month? If you're prepared to invest in your health, why not invest in your financial wellbeing as well? We all want to make our own life choices, and don't want those choices to be constrained by a lack of money. Take control of your finances start making smart choices now, and live the life you want, not just the life you can afford. Smart Women Smart Money outlines sensible investment strategies and financial management, while acknowledging the emotional issues that shape our spending and saving habits, and our dreams for the future. Whether you're 16 or 60, single or partnered, a stay-at-home mother, a student or a career woman, it's never too late to develop better money habits. Look after your financial future it's even more important than your skin.

Many ladies still have trouble learning how to attract men's attention or even how to find a relationship. Many find it challenging to find the man of their dreams, win his heart, and develop a strong bond with him. As you read, you'll discover essential truths about: . The secret reason why increasing your standards as a woman will get you better results with the man you want to date . Why choose a "package"? The guy who will save you a lot of headaches and heartbreak in the long run. . How to make men want you while avoiding wasting time on men who are incompatible with you You'll learn how to ensure that your interaction with a good man starts on the right foot. . Find out the most powerful turn-on for a high-quality man and how you can use it to make him want you. and much more. Get started right away and discover how to get the man and keep him deeply attracted to you.

A riveting inside look at the lucrative world of professional high-stakes sports betting by a journalist who lived a secret life as a key operative in the world's most successful sports gambling ring. When journalist Michael Konik landed an interview with Rick "Big Daddy" Matthews, the largest bet he'd placed on a sporting event was $200. Konik, an expert blackjack and poker player, was no stranger to Vegas. But Matthews was in a different league: the man was rumored to be the world's smartest sports bettor, the mastermind behind "the Brain Trust," a shadowy group of gamblers known for their expertise in beating the Vegas line. Konik had heard the word on the street -- that Matthews was a snake, a conniver who would do anything to gain an edge. But he was also brilliant, cunning, and charming. And when he asked Konik if he'd like to "make a little money" during the football season, the writer found himself seduced . . . So began Michael Konik's wild ride as an operative of the elite Brain Trust. In The Smart Money, Konik takes readers behind the veil of secrecy shrouding the most successful sports betting operation in America, bypassing the myths and the rumors, going all the way to its innermost sanctum. He reveals how they -- and he -- got rich by beating the Vegas lines and, ultimately, the multimillion-dollar offshore betting circuit. He details the excesses and the betrayals, the horse-trading and the paranoia, that are the perks and perils of a lifestyle in which staking inordinate sums of money on the outcome of a single event -- sometimes as much as $1 million on a football game -- is a normal part of doing business.

Murder halts a high-profile lawyer’s revenge against her ex-husband in this series opener by the author of the Willa Jansson Mysteries. Many years ago, attorney Laura Di Palma fled her rainy, gray hometown of Hillsdale in Northern California, leaving behind painful memories to make it big in San Francisco. Now, she’s quite the controversial figure, having secured a client’s acquittal of the murder of two senators. One would think she’d stay put to ride the wave of her recent success, but she’s eager to get back at her ex-husband Gary . . . The plan is to return to Hillsdale, nab the public defender job Gary wants so badly, make him squirm, and force him to feel remorse over the death of the man Laura almost left him for. But there are a few snags along the way: first, Gary is attacked before Laura has a real chance to speak with him; then two terrible murders quickly follow suit. It’s clear Laura’s not the only one in town with an axe to grind, and if she hopes to survive the storm of violence ripping through Hillsdale, she’ll need to remain a step ahead of a killer—and watch her back. Praise for the Laura Di Palma Mysteries “Di Palma is one of the smartest, most open-minded sleuths in the lawyering trade. . . . [Matera] writes with intelligence and feeling about issues that still hurt and people who still care.” —The New York Times “Di Palma certainly belongs in the same league as Sue Grafton’s Kinsey Millhone and Sara Paretsky's V.I. Warshawski when it comes to brains, determination, and guts.” —Booklist “[A] welcome respite from the mystery-by-formula crowd.” —Kirkus Reviews

How do you see your future? Will you be working hard until you're seventy? Or retiring early - wealthy, independent and financially free? The difference between these scenarios is simple: investing. In this life-changing book, Joan Baker demystifies the jargon and shows how you can make investment work for you. No matter what your age, if you're in a couple or single, or even if you're a complete investment novice, you can take control of your finances. Gone are the days of relying on a man for your financial future - after all, it's far too important to leave to anyone else. A Man Is Not a Financial Plan gives every woman the skills and inspiration they need to achieve the future they dream of.

"Smart Money: A Guide to Financial Literacy for Children" is a comprehensive book designed to help children between the ages of 5 and 15 learn about money and financial management. The book covers a wide range of topics, including earning and saving money, spending and managing money, investing and growing wealth, protecting and insuring assets, and handling financial emergencies. The book is written in a simple and easy-to-understand style, making it accessible for children of all ages. It includes interactive exercises and real-life examples to help children apply the concepts they learn to their own lives. The goal of "Smart Money" is to provide children with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed financial decisions and build a solid foundation for their financial future. By understanding these concepts and developing good financial habits from a young age, children can set themselves up for success as they grow older.

Money triggers powerful emotions and conflicting messages, especially for women. But for those who want to look at their finances in new and freeing ways, this "workshop in a book" -- complete with worksheets, journaling exercises, and meditations -- strips away misconceptions about money and shows women how they can create a secure future and shape a better world. It walks readers through a six-stage process encouraging them to explore feelings about money, identify core spiritual values, and make sound decisions reflecting those values.