Kevin Wilson Books

The Electric Vehicle Revolution explores the exciting, fast-changing technology and design in the electric-vehicle world, forecasts what the future may hold, and provides an eye-opening look back at a history stretching to Victorian days.

The imaginative and refreshingly original debut short story collection by the bestselling author of Nothing to See Here

"Lillian and Madison were unlikely, yet inseparable friends at their boarding school. Then Lillian had to leave the school unexpectedly in the wake of a scandal, and they have barely spoken since. Years later, Lillian gets a letter from Madison pleading for her help. Madison's twin stepkids are moving in, and she wants Lillian to be their caretaker. However, there's a catch: the twins spontaneously combust when they get agitated. Lillian is convinced Madison is pulling her leg, but it's the truth. Thinking of the life that has consistently disappointed her, Lillian figures she has nothing to lose. Over the course of one demanding summer, Lillian and the twins learn to trust each other while also staying out of the way of Madison's uptight husband. Surprised by her intense feelings of protectiveness she feels for them, Lillian ultimately begins to accept that she needs these strange children as much as they need her. Could this be the start of the amazing life she'd always hoped for?"-- Provided by publisher

While the concept of global account management (GAM) is not new, there are numerous differences (both subtle and overt) between it and the conventional management of overseas accounts. So what are they? How should we define GAM? And how can companies ensure that their global accounts are managed successfully?

Written as an illustrated, step-by-step guide for beginners, this book will introduce you to HTML and CSS with lab exercises and examples of code. You'll begin by setting up the development environment such as local web server and html editor. The next few chapters cover web servers, the basics of HTML such as language syntax, tags, and how to write a program. Next, you'll learn how to put together simple web pages demonstrating how the code works and how to use various HTML tags and CSS to style the pages. Finally, the use of CMS to build websites such as Drupal and WordPress and how HTML and CSS fits in. At the end there are reference libraries for both HTML tags and CSS. The Absolute Beginners Guide to HTML and CSS provides you with the tools, confidence, and inspiration to start building web pages and websites. If you are a programmer, developer or a student, or just someone who wants to learn on their own, this book is for you. What You'll Learn Understand basic computer programming concepts See how to use HTML and CSS to build web pages Apply the syntax of HTML and CSS See how HTML and CSS fits into CMS systems such as Drupal and WordPress Who This Book Is For Software programmers, developers, students, and anyone who wants a quick reference for HTML and CSS

An unexpected road trip across America brings a family together, in this raucous and moving new novel from the bestselling author of Nothing to See Here. Ever since her dad left them twenty years ago, it's just been Madeline Hill and her mom on their farm in Coalfield, Tennessee. While she sometimes admits it's a bit lonely and a less exciting life than she imagined for herself, it's mostly OK. Mostly. Then one day Reuben Hill pulls up in a PT Cruiser and informs Madeline that he believes she's his half sister. Reuben--left behind by their dad thirty years ago--has hired a detective to track down their father and a string of other half siblings. And he wants Mad to leave her home and join him for the craziest kind of road trip imaginable to find them all. As Mad and Rube--and eventually the others--share stories of their father, who behaved so differently in each life he created, they begin to question what he was looking for with each new incarnation. Who are they to one another? What kind of man will they find? And how will these new relationships change Mad's previously solitary life on the farm? Infused with deadpan wit, zany hijinks, and enormous heart, Run for the Hills is a sibling story like no other--a novel about a family forged under the most unlikely circumstances and united by hope in an unknown future.

Sixteen-year-old Frankie Budge—aspiring writer, indifferent student, offbeat loner—is determined to make it through yet another sad summer in Coalfield, Tennessee, when she meets Zeke, a talented artist who is as lonely and awkward as she is. As romantic and creative sparks begin to fly, Frankie and Zeke make an unsigned poster that becomes unforgettable to anyone who sees it. Copies of their work are everywhere in town, and rumours start to fly about who might be behind the ubiquitous posters: Satanists? Kidnappers? Soon, the mystery has dangerous repercussions that spread further afield, and the art that brought Frankie and Zeke together now threatens to tear them apart. Twenty years later, Frances Eleanor Budge—famous author, mother to a wonderful daughter, wife to a loving husband—gets a call that threatens to upend everything: a journalist asks if Frances might know something about the Coalfield Panic of 1996. Could Frances’ past destroy the life she has so carefully built? A bold coming-of-age story, written with Kevin Wilson’s trademark wit and blazing prose, Now Is Not the Time to Panic is a nuanced exploration of young love, identity and the power of art. It’s also about the secrets that haunt us—and, ultimately, what the truth will set free.

“Wilson’s ambition alone is exciting. . . . [His] writing has a Houdini-like perfection, wherein no matter how grim the variables, each lovely sentence manages to escape with all its parts intact.” —Boston Globe When Isabelle Poole meets Dr. Preston Grind, she’s fresh out of high school, pregnant with her art teacher's baby, and totally on her own. Izzy knows she can be a good mother but without any money or relatives to help, she’s left searching. Dr. Grind, an awkwardly charming child psychologist, has spent his life studying family, even after tragedy struck his own. Now, with the help of an eccentric billionaire, he has the chance to create a “perfect little world”—to study what would happen when ten children are raised collectively, without knowing who their biological parents are. He calls it The Infinite Family Project and he wants Izzy and her son to join. This attempt at a utopian ideal starts off promising, but soon the gentle equilibrium among the families disintegrates: unspoken resentments between the couples begin to fester; the project's funding becomes tenuous; and Izzy’s growing feelings for Dr. Grind make her question her participation in this strange experiment in the first place. Written with the same compassion and charm that won over legions of readers with The Family Fang, Kevin Wilson shows us with grace and humor that the best families are the ones we make for ourselves.

A unique and very funny novel in which art imitates life and life imitates art, in the most mysterious ways "Great art is difficult" - that's the motto of the Family Fang. What's even more difficult is being raised by great artists. Just ask Buster and Annie, who spent their childhood starring in their parents' madcap performance art pieces. After all, when your art lies in subverting normality, it can be difficult to raise a normal family. Now that Buster and Annie have grown up, the chaos of their childhood has made it a struggle to adjust to life outside the fishbowl of their parents' strange world.But when the lives they've built come crashing down, they have nowhere left to go but home, where their parents plan for one last performance that is to be their magnum opus, whether the kids agree to participate or not. It's their most ambitious project yet, and it brings the Fangs to the difficult decision about what's ultimately more important: their family or their art.

Focusing on the critical theme of currency stability, the book explores its significance in global finance and trade. Kevin Wilson examines historical shifts from the gold standard to floating exchange rates, analyzing how monetary policies, fiscal measures, and external shocks affect currency robustness. Utilizing a comprehensive analytical framework, he investigates the roles of inflation, interest rates, and economic growth. This work serves as a vital resource for economists and policymakers, providing practical insights for maintaining stable currencies in a complex, interconnected world.

Designed for complete beginners, this photography guide offers clear and accessible tutorials that simplify the basics of digital cameras and photography techniques. Ideal for those new to photography or aspiring photographers looking to enhance their skills, the book provides step-by-step instructions to build confidence and competence in capturing stunning images.

This illustrated guide offers an accessible introduction to computer programming, specifically tailored for beginners. It caters to students, professionals, and hobbyists, making Python easy to grasp. The book aims to demystify coding concepts, ensuring readers can confidently engage with one of the most popular programming languages in today's tech landscape.

Written as an illustrated, step-by-step guide, this book will introduce you to Python with examples using the latest version of the language. You'll begin by learning to set up your Python environment. The next few chapters cover the basics of Python such as language classifications, Python language syntax, and how to write a program. Next, you will learn how to work with variables, basic data types, arithmetic, companion, and Boolean operators, followed by lab exercises. Further, the book covers flow control, using functions, and exception handling, as well as the principles of object-oriented programming and building an interface design. The last section explains how to develop a game by installing PyGame and how to use basic animation, and concludes with coverage of Python web development with web servers and Python web frameworks. The Absolute Beginners Guide to Python Programming will give you the tools, confidence, and inspiration to start writing Python programs. If you are a programmer, developer, or a student, or someone who wants to learn on their own, this book is for you. What You Will Learn Gain an understanding of computer programming Understand different data and data types Work with Classes and OOP Build interfaces, simple games, and web development with Python Who This Book Is ForSoftware programmers, developers or students, or anyone who wants to learn Python programming on their own.

This full-color book is an essential guide to getting started with Adobe Photoshop. It's packed with tutorials, illustrations, and practical exercises to help you make sense of this complex and powerful software.You'll start with the basics of Photoshop, including an overview of its myriad tools and other options. Next, you will learn about some of the common tasks that can be performed in Photoshop, such as how to touch up images and basic applications in photography. You'll also be walked through how to leverage Photoshop for special and 3D effects. Each and every technique author Kevin Wilson presents is illustrated step-by-step using screenshots with concise, easy to follow text. Downloadable sample photoshop files and images are also provided, to help you work your way through the book.Whether you are a graphic design student, a photographer, or just a keen computer user, this book will provide you with a firm grasp of the underpinning foundations of Photoshop and equip you with the skills needed to unleash its full power.What You Will Learn Who This Book Is ForStudents, those interested in starting graphic design, and photographers looking to enhance, clean up and manipulate their photos. No experience with image-manipulation software is needed.

Besondere Autor*innen, besondere Geschichten: btb SELECTION – Ausgezeichnet. Ungewöhnlich. Erstklassig. Lillian und Madison waren ungleiche und doch unzertrennliche Freundinnen im Elite-Internat Iron Mountain – bis Lillian nach einem Skandal unerwartet die Schule verlassen musste. Seitdem haben sie kaum voneinander gehört. Doch jetzt braucht Madison Hilfe: Ihre Zwillingsstiefkinder sollen bei der Familie einziehen, und Madison möchte, dass Lillian sich um die beiden kümmert. Der Haken: Die Kinder gehen spontan in Flammen auf, wenn sie aufgeregt sind. Im Laufe eines schwülen, anstrengenden Sommers lernen Lillian und die Zwillinge, einander zu vertrauen – und cool zu bleiben. Überrascht von den eigenen intensiven Gefühlen und ihrem erwachenden Beschützerinstinkt bemerkt Lillian, dass sie die seltsamen Kinder genauso dringend braucht, wie diese sie brauchen. Mit scharfzüngigem Witz, viel Herz und bestechender Zartheit erzählt Kevin Wilson eine höchst ungewöhnliche Geschichte über elterliche Liebe und Kinder mit bemerkenswerten Fähigkeiten.

»Nur weil man verwandt ist, heißt das noch lange nicht, dass man die besten Voraussetzungen mitbringt, sich zu lieben.« Ein Junge, der seine Schwester verloren hat, schreibt an einem Handbuch voller enzyklopädischer Einträge, die ihm helfen sollen, mit seiner Trauer umzugehen und ihrem Tod einen Sinn zu geben. Drei Hochschulabsolventen stecken alle Energie in ein ausgeklügeltes unterirdisches Tunnelsystem, um den Forderungen des Alltags aus dem Weg zu gehen. Vier Söhne streiten erbittert um das Erbe ihrer toten Mutter, das diese an eine Art Wettbewerb im Falten von Papierkranichen geknüpft hat – in Kevin Wilsons einzigartigen Geschichten geht es dem Leser wie einem seiner Erzähler, der nach zwei Jahrzehnten einen Menschen, den er einst als Baby gut gekannt hat, an der Kasse eines Supermarkts wiedersieht: »Du stehst da mit dem Einzigen, was uns allen am Ende bleibt, mit den Dingen, die wir in uns bewahren, die aus uns wachsen, die uns sagen, wer wir sind.«