In September, 2015 President Barack Obama informed The Forward, in a historic interview, of his shock at learning of the closing of his favorite NYC Bagel eatery, H&H Bagels, in January of 2012. While the President was shocked by the closing of the world's most famous, and recognizable, bagel brand, what was truly shocking were the underlying facts and circumstances surrounding the closing. While most people knew H&H as the iconic, Upper West Side Bagel Shop where the lines rounded the block, where celebrities loved to frequent, and where one of the most popular Seinfeld television episodes was created, few people knew about the drama and decadence that existed behind the scenes of this NYC landmark. The Rise and Fall of H&H Bagels takes you on a journey that starts with the fulfillment of the American Dream and ends in contested, five year Bankruptcy. This is the outrageous, true, story of a man who defied the odds and became an American legend, and then defied logic and the law by dismantling his beloved Empire. The story of H&H Bagels is not only the story of the rise and fall of a thriving American business, it is a story of intrigue, economics, corruption, and resiliency, as told, with humor, from the perspective of the one man who lived through it all-its National Business Manager and right hand to the man at the top of the H&H Empire, Helmer Toro.

Sam and Laura Job have the perfect life. They have a wonderful marriage. Beautiful children. Two great careers. They have a beautiful house in the suburbs. The Jobs are bestowed with all the blessings modern life has to offer. Their life was idyllic until a moment of tragedy changed everything for them, forever. As their family tries to rebuild after this life-altering calamity they struggle to define their relationships with themselves, their relationships with each other and their relationship with God. The Suffering of Innocents looks at the age old question posed in the Old Testament's Book of Job, ""Why do innocents suffer?

In September, 2015 President Barack Obama informed The Forward, in a historic interview, of his shock at learning of the closing of his favorite NYC Bagel eatery, H&H Bagels, in January of 2012. While the President was shocked by the closing of the world's most famous, and recognizable, bagel brand, what was truly shocking were the underlying facts and circumstances surrounding the closing. While most people knew H&H as the iconic, Upper West Side Bagel Shop where the lines rounded the block, where celebrities loved to frequent, and where one of the most popular Seinfeld television episodes was created, few people knew about the drama and decadence that existed behind the scenes of this NYC landmark. The Rise and Fall of H&H Bagels takes you on a journey that starts with the fulfillment of the American Dream and ends in contested, five year Bankruptcy. This is the outrageous, true, story of a man who defied the odds and became an American legend, and then defied logic and the law by dismantling his beloved Empire. The story of H&H Bagels is not only the story of the rise and fall of a thriving American business, it is a story of intrigue, economics, corruption, and resiliency, as told, with humor, from the perspective of the one man who lived through it all-its National Business Manager and right hand to the man at the top of the H&H Empire, Helmer Toro.

In the 21st Century Business Networking is the most cost effective, most important component of a business owner's success. For too long business owners have viewed Networking as a supplemental component of their marketing plan as opposed to an essential and vital element of their business operations. Without a strong understanding of Networking a business risks growth and longevity. Despite this, most businesses Network unsuccessfully. Now, from world renowned business consultant, Marc Zirogiannis, comes The Best Little Networking Guide. This is book is the ideal starter, or refresher, for any business person looking to expand their business reach, to improve their relationship marketing skills, and to adapt their business to a changing global economy.

Sam and Laura Job have the perfect life. They have a wonderful marriage. Beautiful children. Two great careers. They have a beautiful house in the suburbs. The Jobs are bestowed with all the blessings modern life has to offer. Their life was idyllic until a moment of tragedy changed everything for them, forever. As their family tries to rebuild after this life-altering calamity they struggle to define their relationships with themselves, their relationships with each other and their relationship with God. The Suffering of Innocents looks at the age old question posed in the Old Testament's Book of Job, "Why do innocents suffer?"

Taekwondo is the most widely practiced martial art in the world. Many of the elements of this 2000 year old, Korean martial art have remained timeless and unchanged through the centuries. However, with the proliferation of Taekwondo as an Olympic Sport, the speed, stamina, and strength required for athletes to compete on a high level has increased greatly. While Dojang practice is invaluable to the modern practitioner, so is the implementation of supplemental workout routines designed to enhance competitive Taekwondo performance. From the leading Taekwondo author in the world today, Marc Zirogiannis, The Ultimate Taekwondo Workout Book offers a series of routines and exercises designed, specifically, for today's competitive Taekwondo practitioner. These routines were constructed with the feedback from some of the leading personal and fitness trainers in the world today. Practitioners using these routines will see results!

2015 marks the 15th Anniversary of the now "out of print" The ABCs of Home Buying: A Practical Guide. To commemorate the anniversary Marc Zirogiannis, award winning author and journalist, has re-released this beloved home buyer's companion. This book offers a step by step approach to the process, from dreaming of owning a home to getting the keys. It provides useful and easy to understand information about the process and all of the key players buyers interact with along the way. Its checklists and workbook components make it an essential read for all buyers, from first timers to experts. One reader had this to say about the original text, "This is a must read for any first time home buyer. It guides you through the process and is easy to understand."

The Taekwondo Referee is one of the most important elements of any successful tournment. Without trained Referees no tournmament can take place. The New Guide for The Volunteer Taekwondo Referee is the latest work from the world's leading Taekwondo journalist and 2nd Dan Black Belt, Marc Zirogiannis. This New and expanded edition features everything a new Referee, or small tournament organizer, needs in order to insure the credibility of their event. It includes the most significant of the 2015 World Taekwondo Federation point scoring changes, as well as a resource page, Glossary, and much, much more.

Rikers Island is home to 20,000 inmates, employees, and visitors every day. It is the largest penal colony in the world. When one of its most senior, and most notorious, Correction Officers ends up murdered it unravels a web of lies and deceit. John Sebastian is a man whose life is back on track. Beautiful, young wife, two young children, a career headed in the right direction. He had everything going for him until a dark secret from his past comes back to haunt him and he stands to lose everything. Pannino is Dead is the first, unforgettable, crime drama from the mind of Marc Zirogiannis.

From the author of such martial arts sensations as Taekwondo: Articles, Interviews & Exercises and The Guide for the Volunteeer Taekwondo Referee, Marc Zirogiannis, the leading martial arts journalist in the world, brings you his newest masterpiece, Taekwondo Superstars. Taekwondo is the most practiced martial art in the world, boasting 192 countries and tens of millions of practioners to its sphere of influence. Every Taekwondo practitioner is a superstar in their own right but there are some practitioners whose celebrity offers the opportunity to make them an emisssary for the art to the world at large. Taekwondo Superstars covers some of those unique, celebrity practitioners like Master Willie Nelson, 2014's Miss USA, Nia Sanchez, and some lesser known superstars whose stories are worth telling and well worth reading.

Praying Frog is a common frog who goes on an uncommon adventure in search of his purpose in life. This powerful novella takes the reader on a journey of discovery into the true meaning of life. As Praying Frog overcomes adversity in search of his purpose, we discover a lot about ourselves and our own quest for purpose. This book delivers an important message in an easily readable and enjoyable format.

This historical novella is set in the famed Greek village of Kalavryta, the site of one of the worst massacres in the history of World War II. Panagiotis and Vasiliki Zirogiannis are met with the realities of Italian and, later, Nazi occupation of their beloved, little village in the Greek countryside. Against the backdrop or war, rebellion, and tragedy they try to affirm their love and protect their baby, Demetrios. This book tells the true story of a human tragedy of epic proportions.

A compendium of articles and stories about the practice of modern Tae Kwon Do, including an in depth interview with, Grandmaster Yeon Hwan Park, the former United States Olympic Coach, a series of martial arts supplemental training exercises, tips for returning to training after a long layoff, news stories, feature stories and Tae Kwon Do perspectives. Written by a lifelong Tae Kwon Do practitioner and martial arts journalist.

A photo tour of some of New York State's Greek Orthodox Churches, including Iconography, Architecture, and historical facts. This book is the first volume in the series.

An work created to be a the comprehensive manual for beginning Taxi and Limo drivers in New York State as well as the reference guide to experienced livery drivers. The work contains information invaluable to the entire livery profession. Contains photos, checklists, and a wealth of information.

This self help book is designed to teach practical, real life lessons about the meaning of life observed by the author during his brief recovery at a psychiatric hospital in New York. Following medical recovery the author finds himself in a psychiatric hospital which changed his perspective on what really matters in life. This is a truly inspirational, motivational work. Richard R. Blake, writing for Reader Views Magazine, lauded the work as "worthy of wide distribution." Blake went on to praise the work as "articulate, candid, and relevant".

A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO BECOMING A TITLE CLOSER. THIS BOOK INCLUDES BASIC MATERIAL, FORMS, AND STEP BY STEP GUIDES TO PERFORMING THE FUNCTIONS OF A TITLE CLOSER.