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hit makers:how things become popular
[Paperback - 2018]
derek thompson
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Publisher: Penguin Uk | ISBN: 9780141981598 | Pages: 368
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What makes a hit a hit? From Brahm's 'Lullaby' to Game of Thrones, Derek Thompson explores the science of the phenomena that seemingly come out of nowhere, revealing the hidden rules that make things popular -- and what this says about the desires that make us human. --Back cover.

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Derek writes novels, short fiction and comedy. A native Londoner in the West Country, he has two series (spy thrillers and crime mysteries) published by Joffe Books. He 'film noir' influenced books share themes of justice, death, loss, morality, and secrets.Thomas Bladen Spy Thrillers - Not all spies are suave and sophisticated. Thomas is smart, sardonic, and rough around the edges. Working for the Surveillance Support Unit at the arse-end of British Intelligence.1. STANDPOINT (Customs & Excise)2. LINE OF SIGHT (British Army)3. CAUSE & EFFECT (Benefits Team)4. SHADOW STATE (Met Police)5. FLASHPOINT (MI5)6. PATHFINDER (MI5/Rogue)* Books 1-3 available as SPY CHASER.* Books 1-5 available as COMPLETE THOMAS BLADEN THRILLERS.DS Wild Crime Mysteries - Detective Craig Wild couldn't cut it in the Metropolitan Police. Exiled to Mayberry, a sleepy Wiltshire backwater, he soon discovers that life in the countryside can be murder.1. LONG SHADOWS2. WEST COUNTRY MURDER3. In developmentReviewsTHOMAS BLADEN SPY THRILLERS"Realistic rather than glitzy. This story did not disappoint with its gritty detail and credible characters. Kept me hooked right to the end. Great writing!" VCDS WILD CRIME MYSTERIES"...Slid down like a beer at the end of a hard day... engaging and entertaining story that kept me in suspense. A good balance of male & female characters, well written and believable." Helenmx5

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