When the Nerds Go Marching In examines the increasing role and centrality of the internet within election campaigns across established democracies since the 1990s. Combining an extensive review of existing literature and comparative data sources with original survey evidence and web content analysis of digital campaign content across four nations--the UK, Australia, France, and the U.S.--the book maps the key shifts in the role and centrality of the internetin election campaigns over a twenty year period. Based on her findings, Gibson speculates on the future direction for political campaigns as they increasingly rely on digital tools and artificial intelligence for direction and decision-making during elections.

In a house trailer in the rural South, a married, Vietnam veteran, addicted to pharmaceuticals, haunted by memories of the past is on the brink of collapse. Just when he thinks the dream of another life is over, the unspeakable happens. He falls in love with a frail, ghostly younger man who reminds him of youth, beauty, and the possibility of a life beyond the prison he has created for himself. A Scarecrow's Bible is about what happens when love occurs at the most unexpected moment. It is the story of how working-class men and women in a small town adapt to changes that somehow seem impossible. It is a novel of hope and transformation that challenges our ideas about diversity and social change, all the way breaking our hearts.

‘I was gripped’ Louise Jensen, author of The Fall 'Had me on the edge of my seat’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Tragedy hasn't dimmed writer Carole Achterhof's rich appreciation for life. Her columns about daily life reflect her sometimes humorous, always humane, view of the world...(Erma Bombeck & Achterhof) share a fascination with how people deal with everyday occurrences, & a preference for humor that tickles but never wounds." (Minneapolis Star Tribune). "Carole Achterhof's columns are refreshing, witty & pure delights to read." (Sioux Center News, Sioux Center, IA). "Achterhof has become a folk hero to our readers. Her gentle humor & pensive reflections give our papers a character all their own. From plumbers to pediatricians to pantyhose, nobody knows what to expect next, but they know it will be fun to read." (Spirit Lake Beacon, Spirit Lake, IA). "Carole Achterhof's writings combine hilarity & witty solutions to daily problems & situations that all of us encounter. She communicates easily with our small town, rural readers & her fans will enjoy the book." (West Lyon Herald, Inwood, IA). "Carole's wry sense of humor & offbeat observations have been a big hit with our readers." (Rock County Star Herald, Luverne, MN).

"In How Far Can a Piano Fly? And Other Tales From Column One in the Los Angeles Times, editors of the paper have selected nearly 50 of articles to showcase the range of stories that have appeared in this space. Included are profiles, of people both well known and unknown, that offer insight into human nature and motivation. Reporters write from abroad-and from nearby-of special people, places and events that often escape immediate notice. And you'll find quite a few wild and wacky yarns-including one about men whose dreams are of making pianos fly" --

The causes and the aftermath of the 1992 riots.