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Master the art of building and maintaining a fire, as well as other essential survival skills, with this definitive fire field guide. Join experienced survivalist Ky Furneaux (featured on Discovery’s Naked and Afraid) and global adventurer Scott Donahue as they take your fire-making skills to the extreme.Whether you’re a seasoned outdoor expert or a fire-starting novice, you’ll master the art of making fires in your home or in the wilderness: find the perfect kindling build, contain, and control your fire safely put it out when the time comes Not only will you be able to build a fire safely, but you will know how to extinguish it properly—and what to do in an emergency situation in the event that something does go wrong. Develop skills that won’t fizzle out when you need them most with clear, easy-to-follow directions and helpful illustrations. Find out how to make fires in your home, in the woods, in the snow, or in the desert with a variety of fire-starting methods, and make sure that you always have the right supplies on hand. Explore how to safely and effectively use tools like axes, splitting mauls, hatchets, pocket knives, saws, and more.And—most importantly—learn how to make the best dang s’mores you’ve ever had.

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Did you know that the average person will walk about 110,000 miles in their lifetime, meaning you could walk around the Earth 4.5 times? Or that all the ants on Earth weigh about as much as all the humans? Learn more totally crazy facts with Stats to Blow Your Mind, Junior Edition.Did you know that the average person will walk about 110,000 miles in their lifetime, meaning you could walk around the Earth 4.5 times? Or that all the ants on Earth weigh about as much as all the humans? Learn more totally crazy facts with Stats to Blow Your Mind, Junior Edition. This book has 75 shocking stats and facts across a wide variety of topics, including the environment, the animal kingdom, cultures, languages, nature, science, people, poverty, media, technology, and more, such as: Glaciers and ice sheets hold about 69 percent of the world's freshwater. Indonesia is home to some of the shortest people in the world, with the average adult measuring in at around 5 feet, 1.8 inches. Four babies are born every second. McDonald's sells 75 burgers per second Sloths can hold their breath for up to 40 minutes. Prepare to be amazed, and impress your friends while you're at it! This highly visual book presents knowledge in an exciting way, and is perfect for curious minds that love to learn. Make learning engaging and fun with this graphic collection of some of the world's craziest, kid-friendly statistics.

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Join the world's most beloved bunny, Peter Rabbit, in this oversized padded board book version of the childhood classic perfect for an Easter basket or the spring season.This oversized padded 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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Learn to care for your feet and make them stronger with The Foot Book!Feet support us from the time we start walking, so why not be sure to always put your best foot forward? The Foot Book is a fun and informative examination of foot-related issues, ranging from ankle pain, athlete's foot, bunions, and heel spurs. Covering issues experienced by both children and adults, the expert advice provides strategies for both care of existing issues and strategies for strengthening that will help prevent future discomfort.Dr. Todd Brennan and Dr. Leslie Johnston are a married podiatric couple practicing in Tampa, Florida. They met at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, now known as Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Brennan owns Healthy Feet Podiatry, the most popular podiatric group on YouTube, with nearly 400,000 subscribers. He has also been voted the best podiatrist in Tampa multiple years in a row. Dr. Brennan holds an undergraduate degree in Biology from Bridgewater College in Virginia and he is board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery in foot surgery as well as the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. He is a fellow of both organizations as well. Dr. Johnston is a podiatrist at a Tampa area hospital where she helps to teach and train podiatric residents. She holds an undergraduate degree in Biology with a minor in Psychology from Kentucky Wesleyan College in Owensboro, Kentucky. She is double board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery in foot and reconstructive rear foot and ankle surgery.Together, the doctors coauthored the article "Underlying Synovial Sarcoma in a Patient with a History of CRPS: A Case Report," which was published in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery. They also coauthored the children's book The Footprint Hunt.

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Learn shocking stats and facts that will surprise you, expand your knowledge, and help you impress your friends!Astonish yourself and your friends with Stats to Blow Your Mind & Everyone Else You're Talking To. Seeing is believing with the many intriguing charts and graphs in this book. Take your learning on the road, this book is perfect for reading during family vacations or to friends at parties. This is the perfect gift for someone who loves to learn. Spark your own curiosity with the compelling statistics in Stats to Blow Your Mind & Everyone Else You're Talking To.

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Who Made That? uncovers the fascinating true stories behind the inventions and items that the world would be unimaginable without! From the computer to the coat hanger, the world is simply unimaginable without certain items. Stop taking all that you enjoy for granted, step behind the curtain of boring, everyday existence, and discover a vibrant realm filled with genius and illumination. Who Made That? brings together history's very best tales of innovation, providing endless inspiration to those who seek to launch their own revolution. With breathtaking storytelling and humorous, thought-provoking illustrations, Who Made That? brings you right inside the minds of humanity's brightest lights, helping you make your own way in the world.

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The sky is falling with this complete collection of history's greatest end-of-the-world predictions!Every time you scan the news, it feels as though the world is hurtling toward its end. While no one knows whether that is actually true or not, A History of the End of the World makes it clear that this inclination toward apocalyptic thinking has been present throughout human history, guiding some of its most powerful personages and brightest minds. Paced by frightful prophecies, catastrophic predictions, startling science, suspenseful storytelling, and epic illustrations, A History of the End of the World frames humanity's obsession with the Armageddon like never before, providing valuable insight into our nature.

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Count along with Ten Little Jack O' Lanterns and watch as the little Halloween pumpkins disappear!Ten little jack o' lanterns sitting in a line, along came a family and then there were...nine! Learning to count has never been more fun. This unique board book counts from ten little spooky pumpkins all the way down to one with adorable illustrations. With each page, one more pumpkin disappears. To help demonstrate this concept, this book uses tactile buttons to help children count how many little jack o' lanterns 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 pumpkin toys to give a creative, hands-on approach to counting. Start young ones on a lifetime of loving reading and learning with Ten Little Jack O' Lanterns.

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A Short Guide to a Happy Marriage, 2nd Edition is a concise explanation of the essentials for a long-lasting marriage.Marriage should be thought of as a creative work in progress. Just as the artist or writer has times when his or her work flows and all is going well, so does a marriage. Through good times and bad times, there are certain little behaviors that, when individually considered, over time create a sum in a marriage that is so much greater than its parts. In A Short Guide to a Happy Marriage, Sharon Gilchrest O'Neill challenges you to understand and live by the tenets of a committed relationship through an inviting, simple, and sensible approach to embracing marriage.

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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 Classic Heirloom edition features illustrations by award winning artist, Charles Santore and includes a special slipcase and ribbon marker as a keepsake.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 Classic Heirloom edition features: A beautifully designed hardcover with a ribbon marker in a slipcase 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 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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Discover the wonderful world of reptiles with Discovering Reptiles: a book jam-packed with scientific facts and fantastic, full-color images that crawl and slither right off the page!From iguanas to cobras and everything in between, this book is filled with information about everyone's favorite cold-blooded creatures: the reptiles. Explore scientific facts about reptiles of all shapes and sizes with this easy-to-read book, including facts about the biggest reptiles to ever walk the Earth: the dinosaurs. Featuring a gorgeous tactile cover more colorful than any chameleon, this book is the perfect gift for any junior herpetologist. A must-have book for any child fascinated by the world's best cold-blooded critters.

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From bacon bombs to finger foods, give in to guilt-free snacking with Keto Snacks.With recipes specially formulated to help you track your macros and avoid carb-loading between meals, you can feed your cravings with confidence. Featuring options for both sweet and savory snacking, as well as party snacks perfect for entertaining, you'll never find yourself reaching for carbs between meals again. The easy-to-follow instructions and gorgeous photography make pinpointing the perfect snack easier than ever. With Keto Snacks on hand, you can get healthy without compromising on flavor.

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Watch the wheels on the bus go round-and-round like you've never seen them before with this classic nursery rhyme turned moving animation! Kids will love this fun, bouncy sing-along.This well-known children's song gets an upgrade with a new moving animation design. Watch the illustrations magically move as your kids learn about transportation and directions, all in a durable board book. Parents, grandparents, and kids of all ages are sure to love this stunning animated edition of this beloved song.The Wheels On The Bus is: Perfect for little ones to sing along and work on motor and cognitive skills Great for ages 2-4 or early readers who enjoy interactive books Makes a great homeschool, daycare, or church nursery learning resource A great gift for baby showers, holidays, or other celebrations

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Top 10 for the Best New Book on Drinks Culture, History, or Spirits for the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation’s 17th Annual Spirited Awards.Drink Like a Local: New York is a love letter to drinking in Gotham.Whether you live in New York or are visiting, drinks expert Amanda Schuster's ode to the bars that mean the most to her is sure to delight. Uncorking history, personalities, interior design quirks, and signature cocktails, Drink Like a Local: New York features 75 bars that help pump the heartbeat of the city.In this recipe book and guidebook, you will find: A map with the different boroughs of the city outlined with specific bars Detailed bartending tips and techniques Vibrant and evocative photographs of these drinks and revered bartenders Classic and modern drinks to look for at each bar From the infamous to the unknown, Schuster's tour through the five boroughs captures the details and qualities that keep locals returning to these establishments, and makes the case for why you should become a local too.

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"The mind is everything. What you think you become." --Buddha Reflect on wit and wisdom from the Zen masters with the definitive guide to finding your inner peace.Find true balance with the wisdom of the Zen masters as your guide. Full of infinite wisdom to help you nurture your inner self and bring balance into your life, this pocket-size guide is the perfect gift book for anyone looking to bring themselves to a higher level of understanding about the world.

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Want to know how tall the pyramids are? Can you remember the name of the villain in The Incredibles? Super Duper Book of Trivia Vol. 2 to the rescue!With trivia questions specially made for kids 7 and older and bottom-of-the-page answers, this book will make sure that the fun never turns frustrating. Competitive learners and curious minds of all ages will love the easy-to-read trivia questions. The fun never ends with 1,700 new-and-improved trivia questions to pick from.

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Bourbon, Ribs, Rubs will take your next backyard barbeque from so-so to stupendous.Experience the best of Southern cooking with complete menus to make summer entertaining a snap. With recipes for the grill or the stove, mouthwatering sides, and delicious drinks to top it all off, your guests will be sure to give their compliments to the chef.Inside this cookbook, you will find: Over 50 pork and beef ribs recipes, form traditional to internationally inspired Expert insight from bourbon and barbeque pros Recipes for snacks, sides, and desserts Bourbon cocktail recipes for any time of day Unique recipe profiles explore the full range of flavors that can be found on a grill, and with plenty of vegetarian and vegan options to choose from, there’s sure to be a recipe for everyone. This is the perfect gift book for barbecue beginners and grilling masters alike. Get your summer off to a great start with Bourbon, Ribs, Rubs.

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London Cocktails is a stunning collection of over 100 recipes inspired by the heart of Britannia.Forget pouring a cuppa, fill your glass with unique drinks from the heart of Britain and explore some of the best pubs and lounges the home of Big Ben has to offer. Enjoy cocktails from some of London’s best bartenders and mixologists from the comfort of your own home.Inside this book, you will find: More than 100 essential and exciting cocktail recipes from acclaimed bars A Who’s Who of London mixologists and their signature drinks, inspired by the city’s remarkable diversity Detailed bartending tips and techniques An overview of local cocktail history, from the gin craze to today Vibrant photographs of these innovative drinks Plan your next stroll along the River Thames or bring the big city to your home bar with photographs and recipes that capture the heart of the city. London Cocktails profiles some of the most happening cities in the world to give readers a taste of class, no matter where they set their glass.

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Cultivate your garden and your mind with Wit & Wisdom From the Garden.NOURISH YOUR SKILLS: With sections on planting, weeding, tending, preserving, and canning, you'll learn how to make fast friends with Mother Nature.SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE: Beginners and green thumbs alike will treasure the easy-to-follow recipes, canning and preserving techniques, fun DIY projects, and time-tested tricks for a luscious garden.HOMEGROWN INSIGHT: Smith & Hawken offers the best in gardening and home décor, and this new handbook puts the garden of your dreams within reach. GORGEOUS DESIGN: With four-color photography throughout, an elegant design, and a gorgeous embossed cover, this book cuts a striking figure on any bookshelf. Pick up the trowel and dig in!Wit & Wisdom from the Garden illuminates gardening, canning, and preserving with over 75 tips for a bountiful harvest! Beginners and green thumbs alike will treasure the easy-to-follow recipes, techniques, fun DIY projects, and time-tested tricks for a luscious garden. With sections on planting, weeding, tending, preserving, and canning, you'll learn how to make fast friends with Mother Nature. Follow the wisdom of seasoned pros, and watch your garden truly blossom!

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A good poetry collection has a tender soul that deals with survival, violence, love, and loss using the frailty of language. This is not that.Milk and Money, the unauthorized parody of the bestselling Milk and Honey, is none of these things, but it sure is hilarious. Milk and Money takes you on a journey of the most beautiful moments in life and ruins them, because there is a certain divine comedy in lackluster internet poetry. Nothing about this poetry collection lives up to the greats, but you’ll find it hard to put down.

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This is your holiday (or any day!) go-to guide for planning a singularly spectacular menu—with a glorious, golden gobbler as the show-stopping entrée!The only turkey cookbook you’ll ever need! Never worry about whether your turkey is dry or underdone again—The Perfect Turkey Cookbook takes the mystery and guesswork out of the equation. With helpful cooking charts and easy-to-follow recipes with accompanying illustrations and full-color photographs, this handbook will be your faithful sidekick whenever turkey is on the menu. Inside this cookbook, you’ll find recipes such as: Deep-Fried Turkey Spatchcocked Grilled Turkey Sweet and Smoky Dry Brine Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes Pear Clafoutis No need to stick to the same old standbys of mashed potatoes, squash, and stuffing (although you can if you want to—those are here, too!)! Mix it up a bit with creative new takes on the classics, or totally step outside of your culinary comfort zone with brand new, mouth-watering recipes.

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Bring elegance and clarity to your thoughts, doodles, and brainstorms with insight and wisdom in the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Signature Notebook!Scribble everything from shopping lists to story pitches with The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Signature Notebook! This beautifully crafted notebook is filled with dozens of inspiring quotes from the queen of America''s Camelot years that will help anyone write with as much grace and the elegance as Jackie O exuded.The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Signature Notebook is part of the Signature Notebook series, all of which are filled with inspirational quotes for dreamers, thinkers, and writers of all ages, alongside striking, rarely-seen images throughout. This beautiful, pocket-sized notebook features a moleskin-like binding, cream paper stock, and an elegant ribbon page marker, so you can always pick up where you left off...and Jackie''s removable portrait wraps around the foil-stamped

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The evidence of the Christmas debate is presented for you to decide: was Clement C. Moore the actual author of The Night Before Christmas?You know the poem, but do you know its controversy? Inventing Santa Claus presents all the details of the heated argument surrounding one of the most celebrated Yuletide poems of all time. Learn both sides of the story and all the evidence supporting either Clement C. Moore or Henry Livingston Jr. or other potential authors! Input from the experts, as well as the rulings of Troy, New York''s own mock trial, are presented in full for your own deductions. Who really wrote The Night Before Christmas?

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Fifty fun & buzz-worthy ways to "bee" a local hero!Did you know that honey bees pollinate a third of the food we eat, but that a third of them are dying off each year? You have the power to keep them buzzing for years to come, and it couldn't bee easier! Enhance your own life with steps as simple as gardening the right crops, or shopping local! Make a difference in your community, and the world, with these creative and inspiring ideas, such as: Making your own beeswax lip balm Planting the right flowers, fruits, and vegetables every season Keeping your own beehive Building the right buzz on social media Creating a "bee bath" for bee-friendly lounging Letting those weeds grow Help your favorite pollinator with 50 Ways to Save the Honey Bees!

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With over 100 new dinosaurs species discovered since 2012, Discovering Dinosaurs will make all earlier dino books EXTINCT!The most up-to-date illustrated dinosaur encyclopedia on the market! DISCOVERING DINOSAURS features spectacular illustrations of nearly 140 species, including all of the top dinosaur discoveries through 2015--written and illustrated by two of the world's top dinosaur experts and artists. With a stunning oversized format that showcases Bob Walters' and Tess Kissinger's award-winning illustrations, and a textured dinosaur-skin-like book cover, kids will not want to put the book down!Bob Walters is one of the world's top paleoartists, with his work appearing in numerous books, magazine and journal articles, TV and films, and award-winning permanent murals in places like the Smithsonian, Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Dinosaur National Monument, and others. He lives in Philadelphia. Tess Kissinger is an award-winning paleoartist, curator, writer and consultant who has worked with the History Channel, The Learning Channel, numerous museums, and the movie Jurassic Park 3. She lives in Philadelphia.

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The Night Before Christmas is an enchanting Christmas story that has brought Santa Claus to life for generations. Celebrate the holiday season with the #1?New York Times bestselling edition of the classic poem written by Clement C. Moore. This is the miniature novelty hardcover edition featuring a four-panel foldout and an ornament-designed ribbon market, perfect for gifting and hanging on Christmas trees!'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the houseNot a creature was stirring, not even a mouseCarry on a family tradition or start one of your own with this new version of the classic Christmas book for children and families. Initially published anonymously as A Visit from Saint Nicholas, and credited as a work by Clement Clark Moore, this timeless tale has been lovingly preserved in this classic edition. Bring the family together for a read-aloud as children prepare for Santa and his reindeer on Christmas Eve.This miniature novelty hardcover edition includes: A beautifully designed mini hardcover The miniature edition measures 4 x 3.75 inches, and is small enough to hang on the tree as an ornament Ribbon marker for hanging on the Christmas tree A tiny four-page foldout that helps immerse you in the story Lavish vintage inspired illustrations by renowned, New York Times #1 bestselling artist Charles Santore The original poem by Clement Clark Moore A nod to Dutch references in the poem, specifically the Dutch name "Donder" for one of the reindeer The Night Before Christmas— Miniature Edition: Is perfect for family read-alouds or gatherings Makes a great holiday, Advent, or Christmas gift A classic for children ages of all ages or the nostalgic young at heart Makes a great keepsake ornament for the Christmas Tree, or housewarming and hostess gift 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 Aesop Fables, The Velveteen Rabbit, The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit, and more!

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The Night Before Christmas is an enchanting Christmas story that has brought Santa Claus to life for generations. Celebrate the holiday season with the #1 New York Times bestselling edition of the classic poem written by Clement C. Moore. This is the classic hardcover edition featuring an embossed cover and a four-page foldout, and is perfect for gifting!'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the houseNot a creature was stirring, not even a mouseCarry on a family tradition or start one of your own with this new version of the classic Christmas book for children and families. Initially published anonymously as A Visit from Saint Nicholas, and credited as a work by Clement Clark Moore, this timeless tale has been lovingly preserved in this classic edition. Bring the family together for a read-aloud as children prepare for Santa and his reindeer on Christmas Eve.This classic edition includes: A beautifully designed hardcover with an embossed foil-stamped cover A large four-page foldout that helps immerse you in the story Lavish vintage inspired illustrations by renowned, New York Times #1 bestselling artist Charles Santore The original poem by Clement Clark Moore A nod to Dutch references in the poem, specifically the Dutch name "Donder" for one of the reindeer The Night Before Christmas: Is perfect for family read-alouds or gatherings Makes a great holiday, Advent, or Christmas gift A classic for children ages of all ages or the nostalgic young at heart 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 Aesop Fables, The Velveteen Rabbit, The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit, and more!

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If you have ever felt like a disappointment, a product of trauma, or struggled with anxiety it’s important to know that you’re not alone. At some point in life we all struggle with accepting ourselves, navigating emotional turmoil, and overcoming disappointment. Actor Zachary Levi (Shazam!, American Underdog, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Chuck) shares his emotional struggles and the path he’s taken toward mental wellness in Go Love Yourself a DayReader™ with 60 entries and daily prompts to help you work through your issues and discover a life of gratitude. Zac will teach you how to: move past trauma and create boundaries for your mental health. discover joy and purpose despite your personal setbacks. find resources that will help you on your journey. love yourself. Society often places a terrible stigma on mental illness. Mental health is judged in ways other kinds of healt

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Count along with Ten Little Christmas Elves and watch as they disappear!Ten little Christmas elves wrap presents with twine, along comes a reindeer and then there are…nine!?Learning to count has never been more fun. This unique board book counts from ten little Christmas elves all the way down to one with adorable illustrations. With each page, one more Christmas elf disappears. To demonstrate this concept, this book uses tactile Christmas elf buttons to help children count how many little elves 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 Christmas elf toys for a creative, hands-on approach to counting. Start young ones on a lifetime of loving reading and learning with Ten Little Christmas Elves.

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Delve into the vibrant and versatile world of vegetables with this exquisite cloth book. This beautifully crafted book features 150 innovative recipes showcasing the unique flavors and textures of everything from artichokes to zucchini. Ideal for both experienced cooks seeking to broaden their culinary horizons and novices eager to explore nature’s bounty, VEG is perfect for any food lover who appreciates the finer things in life. Inside you’ll find: 150 recipes for salads, soups, stews, sides, and entrees Stunning photography capturing the vibrancy of each dish A to Z of vegetables compromised of the author’s expertise as both a chef and farmer Gorgeous cloth packaging with debossing Celebrate the rich diversity of vegetables with this high-end guide. Transform vegetables into culinary masterpieces with VEG.

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Unleash your inner artist and splash 30 adorable animals to life with Paint Me Critters!From cuddly koalas to frolicking foxes and adorable deer, you’ll find a delightful array of charming critters to paint, each bringing their own splash of fun. Each page comes with its own watercolor palette, allowing you to dive right into your painting without the need for additional materials. Whether you’re at home relaxing or seeking a creative outlet, this book is your perfect companion!Inside you''ll find: 30 watercolor pages designed to help you unwind One-sided pages so your art doesn’t bleed through Watercolor palettes for each page Let your imagination run wild one brush stroke at a time with Paint Me Critters.

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Explore the sun-drenched flavors of the Mediterranean with this comprehensive culinary guide.The Encyclopedia of Mediterranean is your passport to a world of vibrant, healthful, and diverse cuisine. Overflowing with over 350 mouth-watering recipes, this cookbook takes you on a journey through the olive groves of Greece, the vineyards of Italy, the spice markets of Morocco, and beyond. Whether you''re a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary adventure, this book equips you with everything you need to prepare authentic Mediterranean dishes right in your own kitchen. From crowd-pleasing tapas and meze to hearty mains and delectable desserts, these dishes showcase the Mediterranean''s signature ingredients like fresh produce, nourishing grains, aromatic herbs and spices, and of course, plenty of olive oil.Inside you''ll find: 350 recipes for soups, salads, entrees, desserts, and more Stunning full-color photography

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Embark on a vibrant journey through America''s natural wonders with the stunning designs in Color Me National Parks. This coloring book is great for all ages and perfect for road trips, summer camp, or a fun activity to do while at the park.Zion, Acadia, Yellowstone, Glacier, Yosemite, Denali--explore these gorgeous settings without ever leaving your home with these intricate designs. This beautiful book captures the unique spirit of these stunning landscapes. From the towering sequoias of Yosemite to the majestic geysers of Yellowstone, each page offers a new park to color. These detailed illustrations allow you to practice mindfulness and will keep you busy for hours. Color Me National Parks includes: 50 coloring pages to help you de-stress Designs suitable for all skill levels One-sided pages so your art doesn''t bleed through to the other side?  <

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Suddenly there came a tapping. The Raven and Other Selected Works by Edgar Allan Poe, a collection comprising his famous poem and 25 of his remarkable short stories, is now available in an exquisite hardcover edition featuring a striking cover and distinctive interior design elements, making it ideal for fiction lovers, horror fans, and book collectors. Each collectible volume will be the perfect addition to any well-appointed library.Harper Muse Classics: The Gothic Chronicles Collection presents The Raven and Other Selected Works: Opens with Poe''s most famous poem, The Raven, which made the author a literary celebrity nearly overnight Includes 25 of Poe''s thrilling short stories, which have been frightening and intriguing readers for more than 150 years Features Poe''s best-loved stories including The Fall of the House of Usher, The Masque of the Red Death, The Tell-Tale Heart, The Cask of

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Behind every exquisite thing that existed, there was something tragic. The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde, a beloved Gothic masterpiece of supernatural terror, is now available in an exquisite hardcover edition, featuring a striking cover and distinctive interior design elements, making it ideal for fiction lovers, horror fans, and book collectors. Each collectible volume will be the perfect addition to any well-appointed library.Harper Muse Classics: The Gothic Chronicles Collection presents The Picture of Dorian Gray: Presents Oscar Wilde''s unsettling Gothic tale of a man who sells his soul in exchange for eternal youth but who also pays for its tragic ramifications; its 1890 publication helped secure Wilde''s place in literature''s pantheon of great writers Explores such themes as the narcissistic worship of youth and beauty, the corrupting power of influen

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Turkeys used to be worshipped as gods? Bull$#*t! Prove you are the smartest schmuck in the room with 500 world history facts that sound too absurd to be true.Knowledge is power! Crush the competition at trivia night or start the most interesting conversation ever with real facts that are hard to believe. This book is loaded with mind-blowing facts that are sure to keep you wondering, "How are these even true?" while equipping you to outsmart everyone in the room. Including: Turkeys were once worshipped as gods by the Mayans. Forks were seen as sacrilegious in 11th century Italy. Pope Gregory IV once declared a war on cats. President Abraham Lincoln is in the Wrestling Hall of Fame. The longest war in history lasted from 1651 to 1986, between the Netherlands and the Isles of Scilly. There were no casualties. Put your game face on and prove once and for all that you are the real history know-it-all! Gather your friends and family 'round and get ready to learn some crazy trivia they definitely didn’t teach you in history class.

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Take dessert from ordinary to extraordinary with 100 elegant spreads in Dessert Boards.The perfect blend of savory and sweet, this cookbook combines the charcuterie board craze with decadent desserts. Enjoy a wide array of delicious flavors--from fruity to creamy to crunchy--with impressive presentations. Step-by-step instructions make it simple to craft stunning creations.Inside you''ll find: 100 recipes for irresistible dessert spreads Themed boards to suit a vast array of holidays and occasions Tips for building the perfect board and selecting the right ingredients Mouthwatering photography to inspire your next charcuterie venture Planning your next party is easy and delicious with Dessert Boards!

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Hit the slopes then warm up afterward with the quintessential après ski cocktail! This book features classic and creative cocktail recipes that are sure to satisfy after a day of skiing or snowboarding.When the lifts stop turning and the skis go back on the rack, these delicious drinks will help you relax and recharge in front of the fire. From hot toddies to spiked cocoa, each recipe is carefully crafted to perfectly complement the winter season, with the use of seasonal flavors and high-quality spirits. You can enjoy the flavors of the winter season all year long.Inside you''ll find recipes for: Irish Coffee Cranberry Margarita Moscow Mule Maple Bourbon Cider Gin & Tonic with Rosemary And more! Designed for both beginners and experienced bartenders, Après Ski Cocktails provides easy-to-follow instructions and stunning photos to help you create sensational cocktails

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Take a boozy journey across America with this ultimate guide to the best cocktails in the country.From New York to L.A., from New Orleans to Seattle, from Miami to Portland, this stunning book showcases the carefully crafted cocktails from America’s top mixologists. Whether you want a classic Manhattan, a fruity daiquiri, a fizzy mojito, or something more experimental, you''ll find a recipe that suits your taste buds. With easy-to-follow instructions and tips on selecting the best quality ingredients, you''ll be able to recreate the flavors of these popular bars right in your own home.Inside you''ll find: More than 200 essential and exciting cocktail recipes, including recipes for bespoke ingredients and other serving suggestions Interviews with each city''s trendsetting bartenders and mixologists Bartending tips and techniques from the experts And much more! Cheers to your favorite cities without ev

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AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERThe engaging, uplifting antidote to traditional ADHD books (which, let''s be honest, if you have ADHD you''d never read anyway).You live in a world that wasn''t designed for you. A world where you''re expected to sit still, stay quiet, and focus. Because of the way your brain is wired, you can feel like you’re failing at life. But you are not failing. You are awesome.Award-winning content creators Kim and Penn Holderness are on a mission to reboot how we think about the unfortunately named attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. As always, they are doing it by looking in the mirror, because they don''t just study ADHD; they live it.Penn was in college when he was diagnosed with ADHD, although the signs of having a brain that worked just a little

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From the founder of Center for Anxiety and Harvard associate professor David H. Rosmarin, PhD, a practical guide to transforming your anxiety from a burden to a benefit.Those of us who suffer from anxiety either exhaust ourselves trying to cure it or resign ourselves to a lifetime of fear and worry. What if, instead of fighting our anxiety, we could turn it into a strength?Through nine easy-to-follow strategies, Dr. David H. Rosmarin demonstrates how to harness the power of anxiety to learn about ourselves, deepen our relationships with others, and achieve our deepest goals and dreams.You will learn how to use anxiety as a tool to be more self-aware, self-accepting, and resilient understand and relate to others have more emotional intimacy be more accepting of life push forward to accomplish what you really want Dr. Rosmarin's constructive, compassionate, and evidence-based approach will not rid you of your anxiety. Instead, it will empower you to reach your fullest potential because of it.

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Drink like a true American this election season with fun and creative presidential-themed cocktails! Whether you like a more conservative pour or are liberal with your libations, let''s embrace the pursuit of happiness.It''s election season, and if you''re anything like most Americans, you like your ballots with a side of booze and your suffrage accompanied by something tall and stiff. In United We Drink, you''re invited to celebrate the nation one presidential-themed cocktail at a time.Whether your political views come with a twist or are a little more old-fashioned, this book has you covered. Inside this must-have bartender handbook you''ll find: 45 easy cocktail and mocktail recipes inspired by each of the presidents 5 themed drinks for Republicans, Democrats, and Independents, with guided cutting lines so you can cut out whatever doesn''t suit you Inspirational, artfully designed quotes from

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In this intimate portrait of two generations, a granddaughter and a grandmother come to terms with what it means to heal when the world is on your shoulders.The world is burning, and Corinne will do anything to put out the flames. After her brother died aboard an oil boat on the Mississippi River in 2013, Corrine awakened to the realities of climate change and its perpetrators. Now, a year later, she finds herself trapped in a lonely cycle of mourning both her brother and the very planet she stands on. She’s convinced that in order to save her future, she has to make sure that her brother’s life meant something. But in the act of honoring her brother’s spirit, she resurrects family ghosts she knows little about—ghosts her grandmother Cora knows intimately.Cora’s ghosts have followed her from her days as a child desegregating schools in 1950s Nashville to her new life as a mother, grandmother, and teacher in Mississippi. As

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What is the secret sauce for every kind of organization?What is the secret to organizational success? Whether the goal is developing a new product, establishing a new location, launching a new initiative, starting a new team, or improving your existing one, what will determine its success? The leaders! For any team, small business, large corporation, non-profit organization, or government entity, the key to accomplishing today’s goals and achieving tomorrow’s success depends on its present and future leaders.Few people know more about developing leaders than John C. Maxwell, the bestselling leadership author in history. In the last twenty-five years, he has grown from equipping a handful of leaders in one organization to developing millions of business, government, and non-profit leaders in every country around the world.In The Ultimate Guide to Developing Leaders, Maxwell teaches everything leaders need to know about how to develop leaders in their team or organization. Readers will learn how to: Become developers of people. Identify people with leadership potential. Recruit, train, and motivate emerging leaders. Empower new leaders to lead. Coach new and existing leaders to higher levels of achievement. Teach their leaders how to develop other leaders. Anyone frustrated by leadership limitations in their organization needs to read The Ultimate Guide to Developing Leaders. If they follow the practical steps it offers, they will create a leadership pipeline that will never run dry.

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A leadership playbook for making customer experience a core aspect of your business.In a rapidly changing world filled with uncertainties, one thing remains crystal clear: customers are increasingly fickle and no longer care about loyalty to any particular company. In addition, many well-intentioned companies are falling short of customer expectations, despite every organization’s potential for excellence. The truth is customer experience is not what it used to be. New technologies, values, generational expectations, economic instability, - and the rapid pace of change all must be considered as you forge ahead. How do you put the customer first in the face of all these emerging trends?Using cutting-edge research and interviewing top leaders across industries, customer experience futurist Blake Morgan has pulled together eight new laws that the best companies follow in terms of building and maintaining a focus on the customer. Customer experience

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Discover tantalizing recipes, spine-tingling stories, and historic photos from the most notoriously haunted locations across America in this fun and fascinating cookbook. Paranormal investigator and Kindred Spirits co-host Amy Bruni leads you through eerie hotels, haunted homes, hellish hospitals, and spooky ghost towns, giving you stories and a recipe from each place.Whether you''re in the mood for Lizzie Borden''s meatloaf or want to serve up spooky prison stories along with sugar cookies from Alcatraz, Food to Die For is your guide to ghoulish gastronomy.One of America''s favorite ghost hunters, Amy Bruni takes you to mysterious hotels, eerie ghost towns, and possessed pubs in this delightfully sinister collection of stories and recipes. Each of the nearly 60 locations in Food to Die For includes: Vintage photographs and charmingly creepy stories rooted in history A noteworthy recipe associated with the people o

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Finally, a user’s guide for people with entrepreneurial brains and those they work and live with.When your biggest superpower is also your most critical weakness, it helps to have a manual on how to control it. Entrepreneurs are creative, bold thinkers and risk-takers capable of great accomplishments. At the same time, for every success story, there is a counter story of an epic collapse caused by a lack of a moral compass, values, or proper guidance. Jeff Hays knows the highs and the lows having ridden that rollercoaster many times in his life and career and provides a much-needed user’s manual for entrepreneurs everywhere and the people in their work and personal lives. Gain insights into the mindset entrepreneurs need to develop in order to survive. And when Hays says survive, he means it: Your money, your relationships, your sanity, and even your life are at stake if you don’t come to understand why you are the way you are, and how to manage it. Learn specific business tools to enjoy even more success than you’ve imagined. From real-world step by step instruction in how to raise money for your venture, to how to build a build an email list and market to that list, Hays shares hard won experience that isn’t taught in any theoretical school. Increase your perspective on the common pitfalls you need to avoid. Hays has learned the pitfalls the hard way, letting his entrepreneurial brain drive him off a cliff over and over again. Failure has been one of his greatest teachers, showing him how to work with his brain and how to work with others. Access the wisdom and insights of mentors and other leaders. Throughout this groundbreaking book, Hays shares the transformational wisdom he learned from his own mentor along with insights and perspectives from a variety of industry leaders and influencers to help you experience all of the ups, and more, while protecting yourself against some of the downs.

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