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'Energy Pearl Harbor' possible

In 'The Plan,' Edwin Black says American leaders are as unprepared for a foreign source cutting off our oil as they were for Katrina.

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Rebels' tales well worth reading

The new edition of a book outlining dramatic business heresies offers lessons in improving business practices.

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Readers share their book reviews

Art Kleiner brings us back in time on a wild ride through the history of corporate America. He uses historian John P. Davis' view that the modern-day corporation came into being through the monasteries of the early Christian church. Kleiner thus labels those rebellious, though not always openly so, employees as heretics. His ''heretics'' don't face the literal fire, but the analogy fits.

Join the Business Monday Book Club

Here's your chance to read the latest business books and review them in The Miami Herald. How it works Business books columnist Richard Pachter selects a new book for the club every month. On a first-come, first-served basis, a limited number of members can get a free copy by e-mailing rap@richardpachter.com with the member's name, address and phone number. Readers who do not get a free book in the mail are invited to buy their own copies and send their reviews to the same e-mail address.

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Small books designed for busy people

For businesspeople who are wrapped up in their daily duties but want to read, these little books could be the solution.

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Authors offer tips on avoiding business disasters

Past business mistakes can help others avoid a similar future.

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Peebles' advice: Buy low, sell high

Guide to making money in real estate won't tell you much you didn't know, but the unmasking of Donald Trump is fun to read.

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Harnessing power of the crowd

Aggregating the intelligence inherent in amateur enthusiasm and professional knowledge leads to innovation.

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Learn how to protect your job

Two books provide tips for protecting your job and dealing with the irregular rhythms of life.

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Readers' reviews of `Nice Guys Can Get the Corner Office'

the office but in my daily life. Each of the chapters contains tips in helping nice guys reach their full potential. After reading this book, a total nice guy can still be a nice guy and dominate the office and the obstacles in their daily life without being a jerk.

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Nice guys don't have to finish last

Unassertive and compliant people are usually appreciated but rarely promoted, according to this book, which attempts to remedy the situation.

Join the Business Monday Book Club

Here's your chance to read the latest business books and review them in The Miami Herald. How it works Business books columnist Richard Pachter selects a new book for the club every month. On a first-come, first-served basis, a limited number of members can get a free copy by e-mailing rap@WordsOnWords.com with the member's name, address and phone number. Readers who do not get a free book in the mail are invited to buy their own copies and send their reviews to the same e-mail address.

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The workplace: dugout or battlefield?

Teamwork is important, but two new books show how the workplace can be a dugout or a battlefield.

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Consumer service isn't just a place to complain

Customer service isn't just for dealing with complaints. Two new books show how to use it to strengthen loyalty.

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Overcome stereotypes by excelling

Pitney Bowes executive Keith R. Wyche offers advice on transcending stereotypes.