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Joseph D'Agnese

    Joseph D’Agnese is an award-winning journalist whose work has appeared in esteemed national publications, including The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. His writing has been recognized twice in the Best American Science Writing anthologies. D’Agnese’s children’s book, Blockhead: The Life of Fibonacci, received an honor mention for the Mathical Book Prize, a pioneering award for math-themed children's literature. His crime fiction has also been featured in the prestigious Best American Mystery Stories 2015 anthology, selected by guest editor James Patterson.

    Arm of Darkness
    Stuff Every American Should Know
    The Money Book for Freelancers, Part-Timers, and the Self-Employed
    Blockhead
    Jersey Heat
    • Jersey Heat

      • 232 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      A gorgeous scientist. A duffle bag of cash. A tough guy's last chance to do the right thing. All his life, Pete's been a big man with pain and hurt simmering just under the skin. He hates taking chances, because he knows what'll happen if he explodes. This was supposed to be the summer he slacked off in a sweet gig as a security guard in the 'burbs. But when a body floats to the top of a reservoir, Pete's cushy job at the water company goes belly-up. Now a beautiful biologist needs Pete's help putting the screws to his sadistic boss before the guy pulls off a land swindle worth millions. As the clock ticks and the body count rises, Pete must decide: Will he do what's easy and make a killing in real estate? Or take a stand and risk a killing of a different kind? Jersey Heat is an action-packed, full-length thriller with all the twists, turns, savage wit, eccentric characters, and black humor found in the work of Elmore Leonard or Carl Hiaasen. It's always summer in Jersey Heat. Get it now and start your hot, gritty, high-stakes ride today!

      Jersey Heat
    • As a young boy in medieval Italy, Leonardo Fibonacci thought about numbers day and night. He was such a daydreamer that people called him a blockhead. The boy who was once teased for being a blockhead had discovered what came to be known as the Fibonacci Sequence!

      Blockhead
    • The Money Book for Freelancers, Part-Timers, and the Self-Employed

      The Only Personal Finance System for People with Not-So-Regular Jobs

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      4.0(378)Add rating

      Targeted at a specific audience, the book resonates with those who share a unique perspective or experience. It explores themes of identity and belonging, inviting readers to connect with the content on a personal level. The tone is inclusive and affirming, making it a relatable read for individuals who feel understood and represented.

      The Money Book for Freelancers, Part-Timers, and the Self-Employed
    • Stuff Every American Should Know

      • 144 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
      3.7(145)Add rating

      This pocket-sized gift book offers a treasure trove of patriotic facts, making it an ideal read for both everyday Americans and history enthusiasts. It combines engaging historical insights with accessible information, celebrating national pride and heritage in a compact format.

      Stuff Every American Should Know
    • Arm of Darkness

      • 136 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      Two brothers stumble upon a website so entrancing that it marks them for death. A murderous drifter wanders into the wrong bar on a snowy night. A lovesick executive rents a hideous creature designed to nibble his cares away. These men become unwitting victims of a mysterious stranger who lives in these mountains. His hand is fashioned from the night sky. It is powerful, dark, deadly. When the weather's right, he heads out of the hills and lavishes irresistible gifts on unsuspecting people. Truth is, he cares nothing for humans. He's a demonic prankster who wreaks casual violence on every person he meets. He's about to offer you a bargain. Piece of advice? Don't trust him. * * * ARM OF DARKNESS contains six short stories of horror: Skullworm, Roadhouse, Glow, Kin, Sunshine Lady, and the origin story, Arm of Darkness.

      Arm of Darkness