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A beautifully illustrated paperback guide to the trees of the world, Trees: An Illustrated Field Guide is a must-have for any amateur naturalist’s backpack. Learn to recognize trees on sight through their leaf shapes, body shapes, bark, and fruits!Trees: An Illustrated Field Guide is a compact, beautifully illustrated field guide to 40 of North America’s most common and most charismatic trees, along with 10 best-of-the-best trees from around the world. Inside this charming paperback, you’ll find profiles on individual species, each showcasing a full-page illustration. This book is meant to be slipped into a pocket or backpack for use in the field or in a tree. You’ll get to know your arboreal neighbors’ characteristics and habits and be able to introduce them to your friends and family.Learn which trees produce which fruits, nuts, and seeds; learn where and under what conditions they like to grow; learn what makes each one special. Discover the wonderful world of North American trees, including: Oaks (Quercus genus) Maples (Acer genus) Hickories (Carya genus) The American beech (Fagus grandifolia) The American Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) Pines (Pinus genus) And many, many more! Visually stunning, Trees: An Illustrated Field Guide is an engrossing overview of North America’s remarkable and diverse mushrooms. You’ll find opportunities for discovery on every page.

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Now the enchanting tales of King Arthur’s Camelot are an illustrated chapter storybook perfect for young readers!Thousands upon thousands of years ago, Welsh and English folklore told of an unusually brave, kind, and fair leader named King Arthur who protected his people from Saxon invaders in the fifth century. Medieval author Sir Thomas Malory collected, translated, and retold the folktales of King Arthur in his 1485 book Le Morte d’Arthur, which remains one of the most famous books of Arthurian legend to this day.Kid Classics: King Arthur is the thrilling new just-for-kids edition of the classic tales of King Arthur, abridged and retold for modern kids while staying true to the original Arthurian legends. It’s a story you can’t put down: Merlin guides young Arthur Pendragon to claim his throne as King of the Britons by pulling the sword Excalibur from the stone, and fantastical adventures ensue! Arthur nearly loses E

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Pay homage to the wonders of the world from above. Professional photographer Henry Do redefines how we view the world in a fearless perspective on aerial photography, from lush tropical paradises to the stark patterns of urban landscapes..Henry Do’s first experience with the power of aerial perspective was flying from Vietnam to the United States as a child while immigrating with his aunt. He still remembers the fear, exhilaration, and perspective he felt when looking at the world from the sky, and he has made it his life’s work to share the power of such images with hundreds of thousands of viewers across the world. From Above is the first book dedicated to Do’s stunning work, showing people the majesty of desolate landscapes and the arresting patterns of urban planning. This sweeping visual exploration circles the globe and finds beauty in concrete jungles, iconic landmarks, breathtaking landscapes, and perplexing architecture. With each image, Do aims to give his audience the same experience he had as a boy seeing the earth from above for the very first time, so that each one of these images evokes those same feelings for viewers, and reminds us that we are all part of something greater than ourselves.“I still remember the view from that plane, the beauty of the landscape, and the feeling that humanity is so small. In the middle of the biggest transition of my life, I discovered the catalyst for what would become my passion and my art.”—Henry Do

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A beautifully illustrated pocket-size hardcover guide to the mushrooms of North America--a must-have for any mushroom enthusiast's backpack or home library. Mushrooms: An Illustrated Field Guide is a compact, beautifully illustrated field guide to 50 North America's most popular mushrooms. Inside this elegant hardcover, you'll find profiles on individual species, each showcasing a full-page illustration, plus a definition of fungi, information on where to find mushrooms and how--and when--to collect them, and, last but not least, notes on how to avoid mushroom poisoning. Discover the wonderful world of North American mushrooms, including: Chanterelles (Cantharellus) Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) Hen of the Woods (Grifola frondose) Morels (Morchellaceae) Puffballs (Calvatia) Stinkhorn Mushrooms (Phallaceae) And many, many more! Visually stunning, Mushrooms: An Illustrated Field Guide is an engrossing overview of North America's remarkable and diverse mushrooms. You'll find opportunities for discovery on every page.

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Pun and joke lovers unite! Punny Jokes is packed with hundreds upon hundreds of hilarious, pun-tastic jokes!What’s better than a good pun? Five hundred of the puniest jokes in the universe, of course! Punny Jokes is a gift-worthy hardcover that includes everything from classic puns of yore to brand-new jokes, including: What do you call a cow without legs? Ground beef. When does a duck wake up? At the quack of dawn! Why are teddy bears never hungry? They’re stuffed! What type of sandals does a frog wear? Open-toad! What’s a pirate’s favorite letter? RRRRRR. What did the syrup say to the waffle? I love you a waffle lot! What do you call the wife of a hippies? A Mississippi! And many, many more! With Punny Jokes, you’ll be rolling on the floor laughing—for real!

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The Illustrated Compendium of Weirdly Specific Words is an illustrated dictionary of the 300+ most specific words in the English language, along with their definitions, roots, and (hilarious) usage quotes!Have you ever been lying in your bed, surrounded by crumbs and wrappers, feasting on your fifth pop tart and thought, I wish there was a word for this? Well, there is! Accubationis - the practice of eating and drinking while lying down. The English language is populated by many words that have a regular place in everyday conversation, and The Illustrated Compendium of Weirdly Specific Words celebrates these words by featuring definitions, origins and usage, and coupling illustrations. Words include: Badling (noun) - a group of ducks. Crapulence (noun) - sickness resulting from eating too much. Guddle (verb) - fishing only with your hands. Kaiju (noun) - A film genre characterized by giant, terrifying monsters. Slugabed (noun) - A lazy person who stays in bed late. Wegotism (noun) - The excessive use of the word ‘we'. With more than 300 insanely specific words, you'd think that you would know a few of them, right? Well, think again! We're willing to wager that you don't know a single one of these words! Unless, of course, you have a special interest in the smell of horse urine (the word for that particular odor is jumentuous). The Illustrated Compendium of Weirdly Specific Words not only captures these words through equally specific illustrations, it also tells you what they mean! And like so many great reference books before it, it is organized in alphabetical order, from aglet to zopissa.Readers will close this book a little bit smarter than they were when they picked it up!

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Motivational quote books abound, but where are the volumes of misquotations?! In this era of fake news and fake quotes, The Little Book of Misquotations uncovers the truth behind the 200+ most famous things they never said!Just because a quote is engraved in marble, stenciled on your mom's wall, or repeated a million times online doesn't exactly mean that it is correct. It's time to set the record straight. The Little Book of Misquotations is the definitive collection of the quotes people frequently get wrong, including: For attractive lips, speak words of kindness. -- Audrey Hepburn (Somebody else said it!) I want to suck your blood. -- Dracula (Nope! He said, I only drink...wine.) Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable. -- Banksy (He wasn't the first person to say it!) A penny saved is a penny earned. -- Ben Franklin (That's not what he said!) With deep dives on popular yet erroneous quotations from artists, writers, celebrities, scientists, politicians, and legendary figures from around the globe, The Little Book of Misquotations offers addictive reading--and a delightful reminder not to believe everything you read!

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Discover the hidden drinking gems that embody the spirit of Paris with this go-to guide to the best signature cocktails in town.Uncorking history, personalities, interior design quirks, and signature cocktails, Drink Like a Local: Paris features 75 bars that help pump the heartbeat of the city. From classy rooftop bars to eccentric, hidden watering holes, discover the unique character of each location and their best recipes. You will feel like you’re there long before you order your first drink.Inside you’ll find: 75+ bar profiles and bartender highlights 25+ signature recipes Beautifully illustrated pages that showcase the heart of each location A dozen neighborhood quick-hit lists of noteworthy bars in each area Background on the bustling history of the Paris bar scene From the infamous to the unknown, this tour through the City of Light captures the details and qualities that keep locals returning to these establishments. Find yourself right at home with Drink Like a Local!

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Creamy, smooth, dark, nutty, light—this decadent collection of over 100 recipes is irresistible to chocolate lovers everywhere.Chocolate is one of the most versatile ingredients in the kitchen. The most beloved of all sweet-related flavors, it is the only one that rightfully deserves the addiction signifier of “-holic” appended to it. Whether it be milk, dark, sweet, bitter, or white, the array of flavors that chocolate provides—and the number of desserts this versatility can carry—has captured the palates and hearts of people across the globe. This collection contains perfect morning pastries, showstopping sweets, tempting baked goods, and more. With easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips and techniques for more advanced preparations, this cookbook ensures you’ll have sweet perfection every time. Inside you’ll find: Chocolate & Almond Crinkle Cookies German Chocolate Cake Dark Chocolate & Stout Brownies White Chocolate Almond Bars Chocolate Mousse Pie Pain au Chocolat Black Forest Trifle with Preserved Cherries & Cocoa Crumble White Chocolate Tart Chocolate Soufflé Chocolate & Cinnamon Brioche Chocolate Fettuccine with Pecan & Caramel Sauce The rare ingredient that is as comfortable playing with others as it is standing on its own, it’s quite possible that chocolate is responsible for putting more smiles on people’s faces than any other food. No chocolate-lover’s library is complete without Chocolate Desserts.

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Slow down, relax, and express your creativity with another fun coloring book for grown-ups in the Color Me Coloring Books series.Relax in the hidden world under the sea. This adorable collection features stunning marine scenes that you can escape into. These detailed illustrations allow you to practice mindfulness and will keep you busy for hours. Take advantage of the meditative benefits of coloring with schools of fish, bright octopi, starfish, sea horses, sharks, dolphins, whales, jellyfish, and more.Color Me Under the Sea includes: 50 coloring pages designed to help you unwind Designs suitable for all skill levels, with a range of selections for beginners and experienced artists One-sided pages so your art doesn’t bleed through to the other side Anxiety-reducing benefits to lift your mood and help you practice mindfulness Whether you need a calming atmosphere, want to unwind at the end of the day, are trying a new hobby, or just love coloring, there is something here for everyone. Forget your worries as you explore these creative scenes. You can use colored pencils, markers, gel pens, watercolors, crayons, or whatever tool you want to fill in these designs. Let your imagination run wild with Color Me Under the Sea.

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Read if you dare! Grab the s’mores and settle around the fire for the spooky, spine-chilling tales in?Campfire Ghost Stories. A perfect Halloween read, this haunting collection is a treat for young readers to share.All who enter here, beware! These legends, myths, and terrifying tales are perfect for sitting around the campfire, and are sure to send your heart racing. This goosebump-raising collection includes werewolves, vampires, Bigfoot, deadly fairies, banshees, vanishing hitchhikers, mysterious graveyards, Slender Man, and more.Campfire Ghost Stories: Is perfect for reading aloud Will haunt and delight readers of all ages Creates amazing memories around the campfire Encourages imagination and the sharing of stories Share these chilling stories: As a Halloween trick or treat, gift, or present With young horror, supernatural, or gothic reads At sleepovers, camping, or other gatherings for a family friendly spooky time With ghoulish illustrations bringing these supernatural stories to life, you might think twice before turning off the flashlight. Prepare for a sleepless night with?Campfire Ghost Stories.?Don’t say we didn’t warn you!

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Beep! Beep! Count along with Ten Little Bulldozers and watch as they disappear!Ten little bulldozers rumbling in a line, along came a crane and then there were...nine! Learning to count has never been more fun. This unique board book counts from ten little bulldozers all the way down to one with adorable construction site illustrations. With each page, one more truck disappears. To help demonstrate this concept, this book uses tactile buttons to help children count how many little bulldozers are left as the story progresses. Follow along with the easy rhythm and rhymes of this story and let your child touch the colorful, built-in bulldozer toys to give a creative, hands-on approach to counting. Start young ones on a lifetime of loving reading and learning with Ten Little Bulldozers.

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Come along on an adventurous journey with the world's most beloved bunny, Peter Rabbit, in The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit and Other Cherished Stories. This beautiful Collectible Leather edition features illustrations by award winning artist, Charles Santore.Valuable lessons can be learned from the mischievous and disobedient Peter Rabbit as he ignores his mother’s warning about Mr. McGregor and his vegetable garden. As Peter gets into trouble, he’ll have to ask for help to find a way home. Explore the other characters in Beatrix Potter’s enchanted world with several other stories about Peter’s animal friends. These timeless children’s classics provide kids with tales about values, morals, and virtue.This Collectible Leather edition features: A beautifully designed leather hardcover with gold foiling A large four-page foldout opens to 46 inches and brings this story to life for little ones Other classic tales by Beatrix Potter included are: The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher, The Tale of Benjamin Bunny, The Tale of Two Bad Mice, and The Tale of The Flopsy Bunnies Illustrations by renowned, New York Times #1 Bestselling artist Charles Santore The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit and Other Cherished Stories: Makes a great gift for baby showers, spring holidays such as Easter, or birthdays Is perfect for family and bedtime reading, or preschool lessons A wonderful classic to add to family collections as a keepsake The critically-acclaimed illustrator, Charles Santore, has been celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children’s stories, including The Night Before Christmas, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Aesop's Fables, The Little Mermaid, Snow White, The Velveteen Rabbit, The Wizard of Oz, and more!

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Go behind the crime scene tape and investigate the mysterious missing persons cases that have left experts baffled with Lost.The Bermuda Triangle. Amelia Earhart. The Mary Celeste. D.B. Cooper. The lost colony of Roanoke. The Lindbergh baby. With puzzling disappearances that bewilder investigators to this day and infamous cold cases that will chill you to the bone, Lost is a compendium of the most compelling missing persons cases in history. These notorious stories will have true crime fans on the edge of their seats. From planes that took off and never touched down to kidnappings, murders, and people who seem to have vanished into thin air, jump into the evidence left behind to untangle these mysteries—and ponder the lost souls who disappeared without a trace.Inside you’ll find: Perplexing cold cases left unsolved for decades Missing persons who recently appeared Victims who were lost under bizarre circumstances And much more! Discover the world’s most famous, inexplicable, and intriguing disappearing acts with Lost.

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This hilarious and adorable collection of cats highlights the quirky behaviors of your favorite furry friends. They leave dead animals on your doorstep. They intentionally knock everything off of your countertops. They leave scratch marks on your nice furniture and attack your calf muscles. They sleep on your laptop when you're using it. They somehow get hair on every single article of clothing you own, and then some. They are the epitome of sass and poise. But behind that aloof personality and penetrating stare are the wonderful cats we all love. This book chronicles the baffling behavior and ever-changing attitudes of these fuzzy felines with 50 comical photographs and illustrations. From cats who think they're mountain lions to the ones who are plotting to take over the world, the temperaments of these grumpy and (somewhat) affectionate animals will be recognized by cat lovers everywhere. Whether you have a cat who is capable of incredible feats of acrobatics, or one who makes a habit of crashing straight into walls (or one who does both just a few minutes apart), this book captures the secret inner workings of your cat's brain. Purr-fect for crazy cat parents and anyone else who is owned by a cat, these lovable, playful, ridiculous, and slightly unhinged cats will have all readers laughing.

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Trace the inspirational teachings of peace from some of the greatest minds of all time with The Peace Book."Peace does not mean an absence of conflicts; differences will always be there. Peace means solving these differences through peaceful means; through dialogue, education, knowledge; and through humane ways." --Dalai Lama XIVFollow the wise words of Nelson Mandela, Dalai Lama, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Mahatma Gandhi, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and many others through literary excerpts, quotes, and anecdotes as they discuss harmony, violence, friendship, and hostility throughout history. This collection of writings highlights the search for peace from antiquity to modern times. This selection includes: Writings, speeches, quotes, and biographical profiles of some of the most influential individuals over the course of history The study of peace in ancient texts and contemporary literature A modern twist inspired by movies, song lyrics, poetry, and more This book uncovers activism, warfare, human rights, the origins of peace in religion and philosophy, and the history of conflict among humankind. Traverse the world through the words of the world's most prominent and affecting figures with The Peace Book.

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Learn all the colors of the rainbow with tactile effects and die-cut windows in this vibrant and engaging book!Introduce first concepts to your baby in a fun and easy way! Help your child identify colors by looking at these bright illustrations. This book uses tactile effects and die-cut holes to grab your child's attention and engage them as they learn. Each page is dedicated to one color so your child can recognize and distinguish between each one. With easy-to-read labels and bold color themes, you can point out the colors on the page and in the world around them to add to the learning experience. With this book, you will: Strengthen your bond with your child and build a lifelong love of reading Promote speech and cognitive development, prompt word recognition, and build reading comprehension Encourage imagination and creativity in your child as they visualize concepts in their head and learn to spot the colors all around them every day This multi-colored board book is perfect for little hands, and the thick pages are durable and long-lasting so they can survive all your baby can throw at them. Get your child started on colors with this brilliant book!

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This magnificent Christmas Eve poem is brought to life in this pop-up edition of the #1 New York Times best seller The Night Before Christmas.''Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house,Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;This holiday season you can enjoy everyone''s favorite Christmas Eve poem with this beautiful pop-up book. Every child knows the words to this captivating story, and this delightful edition provides an exciting 3D reading experience for children and parents alike. Join Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donder, and Blitzen and dash your way through these dynamic pages. Not only will this Christmas poem spread holiday cheer, it will engage your child and encourage a love of reading. This edition includes: 3D pop-up elements that offer a new take on this nostalgic Christmas classic A lavish four-page gatefold t

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The Five-Ingredient Cookbook is your go-to book for easy, healthy recipes that only require a handful of ingredients.Simplify your cooking experience with this recipe book. Don’t limit yourself by your pantry—with this cookbook, you can create a variety of flavorful, nutritious meals. These recipes are designed to take the stress out of mealtimes and are suitable for chefs of all skill levels. This cookbook is for the savvy home cook who wants to add variety to the table without hours in the kitchen. These impactful recipes use simple ingredients in creative ways to get the most out of every flavor.Inside this cookbook, you will find: Over 100 recipes featuring five ingredients or less, many of which you can already find in your pantry Low-effort recipes for savory snacks and sides, tasty dinners, and delectable desserts, all bursting with flavor and healthy to boot Limited prep and cooking time so you can keep things simple but delicious in the kitchen You’ll be able to transform your cooking when you know how to make the best of cost-effective ingredients. These imaginative recipes will balance out your table. Whether you’re looking for effortless weeknight dinners or fast meals for parties, you can make eating easy with The Five-Ingredient Cookbook.

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Join the world's most beloved bunny, Peter Rabbit, in this board book version of the childhood classic perfect for an Easter basket or the spring season.This board book with sturdy pages and rounded corners is perfect for toddlers, who will enjoy entering Beatrix Potter’s enchanted world full of rabbits and bunnies. Charles Santore illustrates this timeless tale with lessons in values, morals, and virtue.Boy and girls will delight in this abridged version made for the smallest of readers as they cuddle up for story time.

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The beloved story of The Velveteen Rabbit, the stuffed animal made real by the love of a boy, has captured our imaginations for generations. In this limited slipcase hardcover edition for the 100th anniversary of the children’s classic, re-experience the timeless tale of boundless love and the magical transformation it has on our hearts.For nearly a century, this wondrous tale of unconditional love and nursery magic has charmed both children and adults alike as they begin to believe that a velveteen rabbit toy truly can become real. Perfect for young readers ages 1–7, this cherished tale of love and redemption will quickly become a family tradition.This 100th anniversary slipcase hardcover edition of The Velveteen Rabbit, or How Toys Become Real: Features a beautifully designed hardcover and slipcase celebrating the 100th anniversary Is perfect for toddlers or children during bedtime reading or quiet time Is the original story published in 1922 by author Margery Williams Has three times as many illustrations as the originally published work Lavish illustrations by renowned New York Times #1 Bestselling artist Charles Santore, the critically-acclaimed illustrator of multiple classic tales including The Night Before Christmas, The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit, and Aesop's Fables Makes a beautiful keepsake Easter basket stuffer or gift for holidays, baby showers, and birthdays Create a family tradition with this wonderful volume and make memories your children will cherish for years.Charles Santore’s works has been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children’s stories, including The Little Mermaid, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Snow White, and The Wizard of Oz.

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Now available as a paperback, The Illustrated Treasury of Classic Children's Stories allows kids to enjoy classic works of children's literature illustrated by Charles Santore, a New York Times bestselling illustrator!Enjoy the ultimate collection of illustrated children's classics, featuring the beautiful artwork of #1 New York Times best-selling illustrator Charles Santore. Stunning watercolor artwork brings these cherished stories to life like never before. This treasury contains fourteen stories, from beloved tales of mischievous bunnies to fairy tale classics like Snow White. These timeless tales will captivate readers of all ages, and are sure to be treasured for generations to come. Children will be delighted and adults can reminisce on childhood favorites, making storytime that much more special.

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The Spirit of Rye is a celebration of rye’s dynamic qualities and the spirit’s exciting revival.Celebrate the many flavor profiles of rye whiskey, its distinguished history, and its contemporary revival with The Spirit of Rye. The resurgence in rye whiskey is unmistakable, as is evidenced in the number of distillers producing remarkably varied expressions, from the Whiskey Trail to Pennsylvania, Texas, and California.Inside this book, you will find: Detailed tasting notes for over 400 expressions from more than 300 distilleries Interviews with master distillers Regional chapters that make it easy to explore essential distilleries Hundreds of photographs of bottles, distilleries, and distillers behind them With tasting notes for over 300 expressions and interviews with master distillers, readers both familiar and new to the rich world of rye will find The Spirit of Rye to be a revelation.

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Did you know that the Tyrannosaurus Rex had a bite force of more than 12,800 pounds? Or that Quetzalcoatlus stood as tall as a giraffe and could spread its wings more than 30 feet wide? Discover amazing facts about your favorite dinosaurs with Dinosaur Flashcards! Kids of all ages will be entertained by terrifying carnivores, humongous herbivores, and everything in-between. Featuring scientifically accurate illustrations by award-winning artists. Use these flash cards to learn your dinosaurs better than ever, and put your family and friends' prehistoric knowledge to the test. This is the perfect gift for the little paleontologist in your life. Learn incredible facts and make cool new discoveries about the biggest reptiles to ever walk the earth with Dinosaur Flash Cards!

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Texas Whiskey: here is the first and only book to tell the story of Texas whiskey. Texas history runs deep, and the history of whiskey in the state is no exception. But the Texas whiskey scene, which emphasizes local corn and barrels made from trees grown in the state, has grown exponentially in the last 10 years, as this collection of over 100 varied distillers makes clear. Locals and tourists alike will discover new expressions that are sure to satisfy tastes as varied as Texas is large. Texas Whiskey, through distillery profiles, interviews with experts, and original photography, tells the story of how whiskey from the Lone Star State is unlike whiskey being made anywhere else on the planet.

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Get the 500-piece shark jigsaw puzzle and The Shark Handbook together.This 500-piece puzzle features stunning artwork of the fierce Great White Shark, starring phenomenal illustrations by paleo-artist Julius Csotonyi. Delight and challenge your kids, friends, and family with this 500-piece puzzle that is sure to entertain for hours. Including The Shark Handbook for some extra fun and learning onto the species of great white sharks!

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Enjoy the classic tale of Cinderella like you've never seen it before!Beautiful illustrations by bring this story to life, making the characters leap off the pages. The story of Cinderella has been a perennial classic for generations and is beloved by readers of all ages and is the perfect gift for children and families alike. This classic tale is now in the perfect format for small hands and big imaginations and is sure to hold a treasured place on any bookshelf.

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Enjoy these classic fairytales like you've never seen them before with The Big Book of Princess Stories.All new illustrations bring these gorgeous princesses to life, making these beloved stories dance off the page. Whether you're buying your first fairytale book or adding another cherished title to your collection, this is the perfect gift for aspiring royalty of all ages. With timeless classics like Snow White, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and more, you'll never run out of bedtime stories again!

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Lay the foundation for a happy, successful marriage and learn the secrets behind making for better or worse even better with Say I Do to a Successful Marriage.Really get to know your significant other with Say I Do to a Successful Marriage. This collection goes beyond the surface-level of romance and delves deep into the heart of marriage and partnership to help you and your significant other lay a strong foundation for your relationship. Not only will you cultivate communication skills that will last you the rest of your marriage, these eye-opening questions will help you plan your future together and help prepare you for life's twists and turns. The perfect gift for newlyweds and engaged couples, this guide will help you and your partner create a stronger, healthier marriage from the start.

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Sick of leftovers and boring meals? Rotisserie chicken to the rescue!Whether you’re looking to reduce food waste or tighten up your budget, get ready to cook delicious meals that won’t break the bank. Featuring innovative recipes alongside classic dishes, you’re sure to find something for everyone. In The Rotisserie Chicken Cookbook, you will find recipes such as: BBQ Chicken Pizza Cashew Butter Chicken Chicken Noodle Soup Chicken & Kimchi Pot Stickers Avgolemono With easy-to-follow recipes for everything from chicken pot pie to chicken & tomatillo casserole, you’ll never feel overwhelmed in the kitchen again. The book also focuses on recipes that utilize leftovers from multiple meals, making it the perfect guide to meal planning and living the zero-waste lifestyle.

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From the author that brought you Grilling and Rubs, this all-in-one cookbook is your one-stop guide for summer cooking.Learn how to grill any meat or vegetable to perfection with over 100 recipes for grilling, marinating, and basting. Experiment with new flavors, or perfect classics like grilled Buffalo chicken wings with this easy-to-use recipe book.Inside this cookbook, you will find delicious recipes including: Chicken Thighs with Tabbouleh Coffee & Bourbon Brisket Braised Pork Belly with Toasted Farro, Corn & Snap Peas Punjabi Samosa Leg of Lamb with Rosemary & Mustard Marinade With plenty of sides that can be tossed on the grill, get ready to bring your kitchen into the outdoors. Seasoned is the perfect housewarming gift for the BBQ guru in your life.

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With Speedy Cactus, you'll never feel deserted by your gardening skills ever again.Hop into the succulent craze without adding another responsibility to your busy life. This easy-to-care-for potted pal is perfect for anyone with less-than-green thumbs. With plenty of pop-out decorations to choose from, your cactus will be styling no matter the season. Simply pop, fan, and place for the look of a real cactus with none of the danger! With Speedy Cactus, you'll never feel deserted by your gardening skills ever again.

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Laugh with dads, not at them, with over 160 hilarious knee-slappers and puns dads love to tell!A potato walks into a bar. All eyes were on him.This is just one example of the 200 hilariously hokey knee-slappers and puns in World's Greatest Dad Jokes. Tired of the same humdrum ill-fitting pants jokes, or jabs about turkeys being flightless birds? This perfect Father’s Day, Christmas or anytime gift will keep the dads in your life on the pulse of family-friendly corny humor that is all new and exclusive to this book. With this comically exhaustive resource on hand, everyone will be laughing with dads, not at them!

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Ditch the tower of dirty dishes—serve up a fast, flavorful meal for the whole family with just one pot!Streamline your nightly cooking process with this home cook’s dream-come-true cookbook! Not many people want to come home at the end of a long day and concoct a complicated recipe…or deal with the multi-pot cleanup. The recipes found in One Pot Big Pot Family Meals require little effort, simple ingredients, and only one cooking vessel.Inside this cookbook, you will find: Easy breakfast options so the day won’t get away from you or your loved ones Decadent dinners you can easily pull together the night before Quick, flavorful salads that are certain to satisfy without weighing you down Internationally inspired dishes to expand your family’s horizons Tips and carefully detailed techniques that help you get the most out of your preparations These delicious recipes can be tailored for your cooking tool of choice—whether a pan, pot, slow cooker, Dutch oven, or even a sheet pan—so you have options!

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Shark Week expert, Dr. Greg Skomal, returns with a new shark handbook offering you a thorough exploration of the most fearsome and misunderstood shark on Earth.Discover the great white’s astonishing evolutionary adaptations, common misconceptions, and the ways these magnificent creatures are integral to marine ecosystems. Written by a premier shark expert and marine biologist, this illuminating book will take you beyond the dramatic representations in media and pop culture and allow you to appreciate the power and beauty of these remarkable cold-blooded carnivores.This great white manifesto includes: Hundreds of stunning underwater photographs A thorough profile of this shark’s habitat, behavior, anatomy, size, diet, hunting habits, and more The latest expert discoveries about this species Invaluable information about conservation efforts and threats to the population Learn from the sc

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Transform your backyard into a grilling mecca for family and friends!With 300 ways to kick-start your backyard BBQ, Grilling will add plenty of spice to your summer. Sick of the same old burgers and dogs? Well, this book will nurse you back to health. Bringing you everything from starters and meaty mains to unique sauces, rubs, marinades, side dishes, and desserts, this is your go-to guide for the grill.Inside this cookbook, you will find: Tips on how to extract every bit of flavor form that rib eye or pork shoulder Starters, salads, and sides that will keep you and your guests around the table for hours Helpful charts that call out complementary flavors Delicious vegetarian dishes and sweet, fruity dessert, allowing you to please all guests Helping you master classics like steak au poivre and innovative preparations such as lamb kebabs with mint chimichurri, Grilling will transform your backyard into a mecca for family and friends.

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Every heartbroken woman can turn to The Little Blue Book of Heartache for support and encouragement after a breakup. This extremely handy, purse-sized survival guide is embedded with stories of tragedy that also have morals of strength and inspiration. With funny, sad, and empowering quotes, and stories that will motivate anyone to get back in gear, this little blue book just may be the best heart break companion (other than that fully loaded chocolate mocha chip ice cream)!

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Men may have their little black book of cocktails - but now women have one just for them, in a feminine pink, fashionably designed guide.What better way for busy girls to entertain than by using this fabulous little gem to help spark up their marvelous social lives....along with setting the right mood for that little hottie that is coming over?As well as the recipes for a wide variety of cocktails, The Little Pink Book of Cocktails features: Quotable sayings by history’s brightest wits, Space for you to plan get-togethers, And room to jot down memorable moments. Inside, gals will find witty quotes and words of wisdom as well as fabulous drinks from Cosmos to Appletinis to other fun and exciting and easy to make shots, drinks, and cocktails.

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A follow-up to the Good Wife and Good Husband Guides from CMP, The Good Mother’s Guide takes a tongue-in-cheek look at how the values of mothers in the 1950s seem oh, so strange to moms now.This fun, retro volume shows moms how to maintain peace and prosperity for their familis - well, maybe not. Things like sending the little ones off to bed before hubby gets home so he won't have to be disturbed by them, making balanced meals every night and making sure everyone is at the table for dinner, and keeping herself looking good for him are portrayed in the kitchy light of their reality at the time. Warning: This is a gift between sisters and girlfriends who are moms or moms-to be.... It's a humorous gifts for moms-to-be, or currents moms, for Mother's Day or any day.

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“Get ready to laugh! Elizabeth Bass Parman is a true Southern storyteller. I couldn’t have loved it more.” —Fannie Flagg, New York Times bestselling authorPosey Jarvis knows she’s the rightful empress of Cooke County . . . She just needs to make everyone else realize it too.Thirty-eight-year-old Posey Jarvis is the self-appointed “empress” of rural Spark in Cooke County, Tennessee. She spends her days following every word about her idol and look-alike Jackie Kennedy, avoiding her stalwart husband Vern, and struggling to control her newly defiant daughter Callie Jane—all while sneaking nips of gin. When Posey unexpectedly inherits a derelict mansion from her quirky old aunt Milbrey, she finagles her way into hosting her high school’s twentieth reunion there. She cares nothing about seeing her classmates, but she cares deeply about seeing the love of her life,

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Find out why Crescent City''s food scene makes it a location like no other with City Eats: New Orleans.Foodies unite: this cookbook is a brilliant celebration of the multicultural influences and traditions that have inspired New Orleans''s cuisine. These dishes pay homage to the culinary hotspots that have helped define this unique fare. With 50 recipes and dozens of restaurant profiles, you can eat like a local wherever you are in the world. Chow down on pho in the West Bank, eat your way through Mid-City, and savor the flavors of the Creole restaurants in the French Quarter. With the best signature creations by top chefs in the area, this book offers a detailed rundown of the locations you can''t miss.Inside you''ll find 50 step-by-step recipes collected from the best restaurants in New Orleans In-depth profiles of these top locations An introduction to New Orleans’s food scene Interviews with promine

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Nashville Cocktails is an elegant collection of over 100 recipes inspired by Music City.These signature drink recipes from Nashville hotspots pay homage to this lively city. With over 100 recipes and dozens of bartender profiles, you can drink like a local whether you''re just visiting or entertaining at home. From honky-tonks to cozy speakeasies,locals and tourists alike will discover new watering holes that are sure to satisfy all tastes. With the best signature creations by prominent mixologists in the area, this book offers a detailed rundown of the best locations Nashville has to offer. Within the gorgeous, die-cut covers, you''ll find: More than 100 essential and exciting cocktail recipes, including recipes for bespoke ingredients and other serving suggestions Interviews with the city’s trendsetting bartenders and mixologists Bartending tips and techniques from the experts Food and drink hotspots ac

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Bring the life to the party with 50 charcuterie boards that are beautifully designed with holidays, celebrations, and everything in between in mind.Sweet and savory, bold and spicy--whatever you need, a charcuterie board has you covered. Charcuterie by Occasion guides you through the entertaining season with themed charcuterie boards for every celebration. Incorporate seasonal flavors, colors, and textures as you learn to make exquisite boards that truly pop.Inside you''ll find boards inspired by: Christmas, Thanksgiving, Halloween, Hanukkah, New Year''s Eve, Fourth of July, Valentine''s Day, and more Bridal showers Bachelorette and bachelor parties Spring, summer, autumn, and winter Baby showers And more! Offering simple and creative recipes for beginners and experienced entertainers, these recipes are sure to wow your guests. From bite-sized appetizers to show-stopping cheese pla

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A compelling account of one man’s journey across hundreds of miles of Virginia wilderness and a moving testament to the optimistic spirit of America, Walk Ride Paddle provides an unseen glimpse into a life outside. In 2019, Tim Kaine—Virginia senator and former Democratic vice presidential candidate—commemorated both his sixtieth birthday and his twenty-fifth year in public office by undertaking a three-part journey across the Virginia landscape as he hiked, cycled, and canoed across the state. His chronicle became an organic reflection of the extraordinary events occurring across America during that time, including two impeachment trials, a global pandemic, growing racial protests, the January 6 attack on the Capitol, and more.During weekends and in Senate recess weeks, Kaine—over a period of several years—hiked the 559 miles of the Appalachian Trail that cross Virginia from Harpers Ferry to the Tennessee border;

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A valuable reassessment of America''s educational system. —PUBLISHERS WEEKLYWhat if you didn''t have to go to college?You may have heard that a college degree is the only path to success. But many college graduates end up mired in debt and underemployed, working jobs that don''t even require a degree. The good news? There are many promising career options for those who don''t want to or can''t attend college.In Rethinking College, award-winning journalist Karin Klein sets out a new path for our country''s students and their families. Klein examines why the traditional college-for-all model has been overhyped and is growing less relevant, then shares practical advice and real-world examples of exactly how others have succeeded without a four-year degree.Discover an abundance of alternative paths, including white-collar apprenticeships, certificate programs, entrepreneurship, creative careers, residential pub

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The expectations we feel from others today can make us feel that we are not enough. That we should want more, do more, and be more. Learn to acknowledge your wounds, embrace healing, and shine bright again with these 90 insightful, relatable messages from Faith Broussard Cade.Faith''s hand-penned notes came from a place of trauma and brokenness. Her notes originated from a commitment to healing from a car accident in 2018 that left her with a traumatic brain injury that she still deals with today. It hurts. It slows her down. It makes her feel emotionally vulnerable and overwhelmed some days. But every day she chooses gratitude, love, and hard work. Sharing notes about her struggles on her Instagram account, @fleurdelisspeaks, has helped thousands of others do the same.In this full-color book she pairs each handwritten note with a longer message to help you: Overcome the wounds of the past through honesty and humbleness Replace feeli

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For anyone wanting to elevate their interview skills, this superb book does the job!” —STEPHEN M. R. COVEY, New York Times bestselling author of The Speed of TrustGo into your next job interview with confidence, ready to knock any question they throw at you out of the park!The key to landing that dream job or big promotion often comes down to how you perform in the job interview. After bombing some interviews early in his career, Sam Owens vowed that would never happen to him again and began work on a system to ensure he was ready for even the most oddball questions in future interviews. The system he developed proved so successful, Sam built a career coaching business around teaching it to others and has now coached thousands of people on how to prepare for interviews.In I

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