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A complete guide for a beginning crocheter that teaches you how to crochet from the very first stitch and explains all tools, materials and stitches needed to get started. This book is also invaluable for intermediate to advanced crocheters as the book delves into experienced stitches and techniques needed. It includes 10 patterns to get beginners started with their first projects and will clearly identify what skills and lessons need to be learned before starting each project.

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From the author of the successful and provocative Feminist Cross-Stitch comes a new collection of 40 patterns to help you practice self-care. Crafters will love this snarky book with its 40 witty cross-stitch patterns that focus on promoting a healthy, self-affirming relationship with yourself. Whether you want to proudly announce that “Self-Care Is Not Selfish” or remind others that “You Are More Than Your Productivity” or “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay,” you’ll find edgy slogans and sharp one-liners that make fabulous wall art or gifts. An illustrated basics section provides beginners with information on materials, tools, techniques, and framing finished pieces.

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Stories of Gods and Monsters Scandinavians of the Viking era explored the mysteries of life through their sagas. Folklorist Helene Adeline Guerber brings to life the gods and goddesses, giants and dwarves, and warriors and monsters of these stories in her classic Tales of Norse Mythology. Ranging from the comic to the tragic, these legends are packed with such legendary figures as the beautiful and fierce Valkyries, the wily trickster Loki, and the mighty god Thor. They tell of passion, love, friendship, pride, courage, strength, loyalty, and betrayal. Packed with colorful illustrations, Tales of Norse Mythology is necessary reading for anybody who is interested in learning more about Nordic legends, or who simply likes a great story.

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When the young Arthur pulls the embedded sword from the stone, his future as the King of England is foretold. This imaginative retelling of the classic legends recounts the story of Arthur's formation of the Knights of the Round Table, his securing of the enchanted sword Excalibur, his wooing of the Lady Guinevere and many other beloved Arthurian tales.

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Horror hides behind an attractive face in The Picture of Dorian Gray, Oscar Wilde's tale of a notorious Victorian libertine and his life of evil excesses. Though Dorian's hedonistic indulgences leave no blemish on his ageless features, the painted portrait imbued with his soul proves a living catalogue of corruption, revealing in its every new line and lesion the manifold sins he has committed. Desperate to hide the physical evidence of his unregenerate spirit, Dorian will stop at nothing—not even murder—to keep his picture's existence a secret. A scandalous story when it was first published in 1890, The Picture of Dorian Gray is acknowledged as a landmark of literature today and a tale emblematic of its time. This volume is one of Barnes & Noble's Collectible Editions classics. Each volume features authoritative texts by the world's greatest authors in an exquisitely designed foil-stamped binding, with distinctive colored edging and an attractive ribbon bookmark. Decorative, durable, and collectible, these books offer hours of pleasure to readers young and old and are an indispensable cornerstone for any home library.

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Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales collects more than two hundred tales set down by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm in the early decades of the nineteenth century, among them some of the best-loved and most famous fairy tales in all literature: "Little Red Riding Hood," "Snow-White and the Seven Dwarfs," "Cinderella," "Sleeping Beauty," "Rapunzel," "Rumpelstiltskin," and "Tom Thumb". Derived from folk tales that had been part of the oral storytelling tradition for centuries, these stories are acknowledged as literary landmarks that transcend their time and culture. This edition also features ten rarely seen "Children's Legends" and the full-colour artwork of Arthur Rackham. Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales is one of Barnes & Noble's Leatherbound classics. Each volume features authoritative texts by the world's greatest authors in an exquisitely designed bonded-leather binding, with distinctive gilt edging and a silk-ribbon bookmark. Decorative, durable, and collectible, these books offer hours of pleasure to readers young and old and are an indispensable cornerstone for every home library.

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The history of medicine is as old as the history of human civilization. In The Medical Book, popular science writer Clifford A. Pickover explores 250 milestone discoveries in medicine that span more than 12,000 years. Whether writing on 'hard science' topics such as DNA structure, reverse transcriptase and AIDS, polymerase chain reaction, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or ideas from the medical fringe such as witch doctors, patent medicines, bloodletting, and near-death experiences, Pickover brings insight and acumen to the broad spectrum of medical studies and makes it understandable to all readers. This volume is abundantly illustrated in full colour with clinical and historical art.

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Teaching guides and lesson plans designed to make classic literature engaging and relevant to today’s students! This comprehensive book of lesson plans, projects, discussion questions, reproducible worksheets, and more provides teachers with everything they need to engage middle- and high-school students in the study of J. D. Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye. Each SparkTeach Guide includes: • Dozens of lessons and contextual “Real Life Lens” discussion prompts • “Big Idea Question” prompts, activities, and projects that explore the work’s key themes • Poetics lesson plans • Film comparative lesson plans • Exercises in studying the play’s use of metaphor, simile, personification, and motifs • Lesson plans for differentiated instruction • Reproducible worksheets and lesson assessments that build reading, vocabulary, and comprehension skills • Answer keys • Student rubrics There are also tips for class planning and management, ideas for personalizing content, Common Core references, and more, making this the perfect resource to engage students in literature study that’s meaningful, exciting, and above all, FUN.

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Shakespeare everyone can understand—now in new DELUXE editions! Why fear Shakespeare? By placing the words of the original play next to line-by-line translations in plain English, these popular guides make Shakespeare accessible to everyone. They introduce Shakespeare’s world, significant plot points, and the key players. And now they feature expanded literature guide sections that help students study smarter, along with links to bonus content on the Sparknotes.com website. A Q&A, guided analysis of significant literary devices, and review of the play give students all the tools necessary for understanding, discussing, and writing about Twelfth Night.The expanded content includes: Five Key Questions: Five frequently asked questions about major moments and characters in the play. What Does the Ending Mean?: Is the ending sad, celebratory, ironic . . . or ambivalent? Plot Analysis: What is the play about? How is the story told, and what are the main themes? Why do the characters behave as they do? Study Questions: Questions that guide students as they study for a test or write a paper. Quotes by Theme: Quotes organized by Shakespeare’s main themes, such as love, death, tyranny, honor, and fate. Quotes by Character: Quotes organized by the play’s main characters, along with interpretations of their meaning.

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Shakespeare everyone can understand—now in this new EXPANDED edition of MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM! Why fear Shakespeare? By placing the words of the original play next to line-by-line translations in plain English, this popular guide makes Shakespeare accessible to everyone. And now it features expanded literature guide sections that help students study smarter. The expanded sections include: Five Key Questions: Five frequently asked questions about major moments and characters in the play. What Does the Ending Mean?: Is the ending sad, celebratory, ironic . . . or ambivalent? Plot Analysis: What is the play about? How is the story told, and what are the main themes? Why do the characters behave as they do? Study Questions: Questions that guide students as they study for a test or write a paper. Quotes by Theme: Quotes organized by Shakespeare’s main themes, such as love, death, tyranny, honor, and fate. Quotes by Character: Quotes organized by the play’s main characters, along with interpretations of their meaning.

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This handy spiralbound format can be laid flat. For solvers who have dared to come this far, congratulations! Your reward is the roughest, toughest kakuros ever put on paper. Good luck - you'll need it! Kakuro is a puzzle type in which sums are given and solvers must deduce the numbers in the individual boxes.

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This handy spiralbound format can be laid flat. Level one, but absolutely not for beginners! This is the beginning of a' hard but satisfying solving journey. Kakuro is a puzzle type in which sums are given and solvers must deduce the numbers in the individual boxes.

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This is the third level of this puzzling series. This handy spiralbound format can be laid flat. Only hardcore kakuro devotees should dare enter here. For those who can, it's head-exploding puzzle solving. Kakuro is a puzzle type in which sums are given and solvers must deduce the numbers in the individual boxes.

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Kakuro is fun - but if the puzzles aren't just right, newcomers can feel frustrated. This collection will ease novices into solving kakuro puzzles, helping them improve and preparing them for the next level of difficulty.

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Presents an exercise and massage regimen that strengthens facial muscles, reduces the appearance of wrinkles and even alleviates symptoms of Bell's palsy and TMJ disorder. This title provides advice on choosing cosmetics and tips on good nutrition.

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Many people wish they could sit down at the piano and simply play, their hands flying over the keys as melodies pour out. With this simple, achievable program that's possible...in just six weeks! Using Dan Delaney's innovative chord playing techniques, as opposed to more classical methods, musical newcomers and lapsed musicians can quickly and easily gain skills. Each of the six weeks' worth of lessons contains several exercises. The classes build on each other, becoming progressively more difficult as the player's ability improves and every lesson includes sheet music, practice advice and an evaluation at the end. Plus, MP3 audios of the lessons will be available on Delaney's website.

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Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice is arguably the forerunner of all romantic comedies and certainly one of her most popular and irreverent works. This keepsake edition features original full-color artwork by Bil Donovan, the first artist-in-residence for Dior Beauty, as well as foil stamping and full-color endpapers.

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Enter Sherwood Forest with the fabled Robin Hood and his band of merry men, and meet such unforgettable characters as Friar Tuck, Little John, Allan a Dale, the infamous Sheriff of Nottingham, and wicked King Richard. Every moment of the story is filled with action and excitement.

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For this volume in the popular �Modern-Day Witch� series, Shawn Robbins and Leanna Greenaway explore how to harness nature�s magick to tap into your psychic intuition and hone your divination abilities. They cover everything from sharpening your psychic skills and intuition; ESP training; psychic meditation techniques; astral projection; and connecting with spirits and the cosmos. Numerous divination methods are covered: tarot; scrying (crystal ball gazing); crystal divination; numerology; palmistry; pendulums; reading tea leaves; lucid dreaming; psychic plant power � even how to read clouds and candle wax. Included throughout are spells and rituals to help you purposefully utilise your abilities and help enrich your life and the lives of those around you.

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With 1,001 spreads for every possible need, this guide--written by a master tarot reader and bestselling author--is the be-all and end-all sourcebook on tarot card layouts! People seeking to understand themselves and their destiny have long relied on tarot cards for divination. And while finding guidance may be as simple as drawing one card randomly from the deck, over the years many other layouts have been devised--from three-card past/present/future readings to more complicated layouts that use almost the entire deck. Bestselling author and master reader Cassandra Eason will guide you through this rich variety of spreads so you can get a more precise answer to your question. Address a lingering anxiety by laying down a 10-card Celtic Cross. Buying a house? About to undergo surgery? Confused by a flighty love interest? Look to this book for 1,001 different ways to draw and place cards that will give you clues about the future, context for the present, and insight into the past.

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When there's something you’d like to change, magic can create the desired transformation. But what kind of spell should you use? Does it require rare ingredients? How do you even cast a spell? High Priestess, Wicca expert and author Patti Wigington answers those questions and more, with practical magic for every day and every season. She offers simple instructions for 366 spells, from love to forgiveness to prosperity.

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For love, for money, for career, for home: this comprehensive compendium contains a creative array of 1001 spells - 800 of them never published before. They cover every conceivable desire, both big (health and healing) and more specific (like selling a house). There are 20 different sections, covering subjects ranging from fertility and travel to protection and justice, each containing 50 spells each and culminating in an ultimate 'spell to end all spells'. Along with the spells, there's information on the colours, fragrances, crystals, angels, times of day and phases of the moon that strengthen each type of magic.

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This book provides a fresh, innovative and thoroughly up-to-date look at witchcraft. It comes in a new, edgier format with a stylish redesigned interior. Newfound witches will learn how to tap into magic and realise their dreams. Now in a new, hipper, edgier format, Wiccapedia provides a fresh, innovative and thoroughly up-to-date look at witchcraft, and gives readers a prescription for happiness. 'Spiritual life coaches' and celebrity witches Shawn Robbins and Leanna Greenaway unlock the secrets of the Wicca universe, explaining what it means to become a 'simply fabulous' twenty-first century witch. Newfound witches will learn how to tap into magic, re-empower themselves and realise their dreams through a little witchy know-how. With its stylish redesigned interior, Wiccapedia is better than ever!

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At Thornfield Hall, resolute and independent Jane Eyre finds fulfilment in her duties as a governess and the love of her life in her employer Edward Rochester. But when a dark secret from Rochester's past comes to light, Jane must make the most difficult decision of her life: to stay beside the man she loves regardless of the truth, or to embark upon a new life free of the encumbrances of the past. Charlotte Bronte's powerful tale of romance and strong wills at odds with one another is a classic of 19th-century literature. This exquisite collectible edition is the perfect gift for book-lovers and a stunning addition to any home library.

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Originally published in 1995 and now available in paperback, a manual which provides coverage of the art of Japanese ink painting, and the techniques and tools used in its production.

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This book will change how we talk about addiction and fix a broken system. Addiction isn't a conscious choice—it’s a chronic illness that responds to treatment and deserves compassion. Drawing on peer-reviewed research and decades of expertise, Dr. Nzinga Harrison reveals the biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors that predict one's risk for addiction in this groundbreaking new book published amid an escalating overdose crisis. Broken into two parts outlining risks for addiction gained as children, and those we acquire as adults, Un-Addiction: 6 Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life features conversation-starting anecdotes (“The Accidental Discovery of an Addiction Predictor,” “Scrolling Toward Addiction,” “How Weathering Any Storm Can With Your Health”) paired with sobering data such as findings on how social media and cultural environments can encourage risky substance use, or how adversity increases your chances of chronic illness. The framework of Un-Addiction intentionally guides readers to unlearn what they think they know about substance use, undo stigma surrounding addiction, and uncover solutions that could end the epidemic plaguing our communities. Dr. Harrison synthesizes the latest science on the origins of addiction and provides actionable solutions to address this public health emergency compassionately and effectively. As the cofounder and CEO of Eleanor Health and host of the popular Recover Girl podcast, Dr. Harrison is an in-demand speaker and leading voice on reforming addiction treatment. Her timely insights come as over 20 million individuals struggle with alcohol and drug addictions, exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic. With predatory pharmaceutical companies under fire and the need for compassionate, personalized care greater than ever, Dr. Harrison is uniquely positioned to change the narrative on addiction and introduce solutions for our broken systems of care.This groundbreaking addition to addiction books and self-help books for addiction recovery provides a timely and compassionate perspective on drug addiction recovery. Both those struggling with addiction and family members stand to gain powerful insights into overcoming substance use disorders.

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A new mom repairs her broken dreams in this hilarious rom-com about starting over that sparkles with intelligence, wit, and compassion. Hannah Tate can hardly believe her sleep-deprived eyes when she finds an engagement ring hidden in the closet. Killian, her super responsible, incredibly attractive boyfriend—and the father of her new baby, Bowie—is finally going to propose. But a romantic night out goes horribly wrong when Killian reveals he’s dumping Hannah, not proposing. Furious and heartbroken, Hannah takes Bowie and moves in with her mama and stepdaddy in the mountains of Blue Ridge, Georgia. Hannah realizes that her parents’ cabin has vacation property gold written all over it—and could save her mama from going broke. Again. Only problem? The cabin’s décor is . . . mildly terrifying and it’s in desperate need of renovation. Hannah hires the hot carpenter living in the treehouse next door to fix up the place. Not only does River respect Hannah’s business acumen, he looks at her like she’s a woman, not a hot mess. And Hannah can’t deny that River awakens something new inside her. Can Hannah embrace a future that looks different from the picture-perfect family she once dreamed of . . . and maybe start living life on her own terms?This heartwarming, spicy romance book is perfect for fans of small-town romance like the Lovelight series by B.K. Borison and Tessa Bailey books.

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Chip away at these super-challenging puzzles to reveal masterpieces of crossword construction! Everyone looks forward to Saturday, but for some of us, it's not just because it's the weekend—it's when the newspapers publish their hardest crosswords. Hard as a Rock Crosswords: Extra Hard features the hardest of the hard, with some of the twistiest, most fiendishly misleading clues you'll ever have the pleasure of tearing your hair out over. This 96-page puzzle book features 72 themeless 15-by-15 crosswords from some of the top puzzlemakers in the country, with wide-open diagrams that will make you wonder "how did they even make this?" Expert solvers will love the challenge, and those who want to become expert solvers will enjoy the opportunity to hone their skills. And if the puzzles ever make you feel at a loss for words, the answers are always in the back.

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The third title in our Conversations with a Killer series focuses on one of the most notorious serial killers of the 1970s, Ed Kemper, a key character in the hit Netflix series Mindhunter.If there ever was a human monster that walked this earth, it was the highly intelligent, psychotic, 6’9” killer Edward 'Big Ed' Kemper. As a troubled 15-year-old, Kemper shot and killed his grandparents. Eight years later, he went on an 11-month reign of terror slaughtering and dismembering six college co-eds in California, brutally killing his mother with a hammer, and breaking her best friend’s neck. Kemper, 71, remains alive at the California Medical Facility in Vacaville, more intimidating now than ever.Masterful crime writer Dary Matera tells Kemper’s full, shocking story, interweaving insights from the killer himself.

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If you heart kawaii art, this is the cutest coloring book ever! Adorable kawaii-style art, which began in Japan, is taking the world by storm! This super-cute coloring book will bring you into a wonderful world of charming animals, endearing little monsters, yummy-looking food, and beautiful patterns—everything that makes this technique so lovable. It’s guaranteed to delight both old fans and new.

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Celebrate the real reason for the season with Santa as he takes time from a busy Christmas Eve to pause and offer a prayer to the Lord. On Christmas Eve, a brother and sister stroll through their town, excitedly discussing the gifts they hope to find under the tree. Then they suddenly spy Santa quietly slipping into the church. They follow him inside, where they witness his humble prayer at the altar creche and hear his greatest holiday wish: that children understand that Jesus is the focus at Christmas . . . and always.

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From Ted Bundy to John Wayne Gacy and David Berkowitz, the 1970s were a time of notorious and brutal serial killers. Find out more about them, along with some you may never have heard of. The Co-Ed Killer, Son of Sam, Hillside Strangler, and Dating Game Killer--in many ways, terrifying serial killers were as synonymous with the 1970s as Watergate, disco, and the oil crisis. This fascinating collection of profiles presents the most notorious as well as lesser-known serial murderers of that decade. Beyond Ted Bundy and David Berkowitz, it includes more obscure killers like Carl Eugene Watts, known as "The Sunday Morning Slasher," who killed 80 women; Richard Chase, the "Vampire of Sacramento"; and Rodney Alacala, who is believed to have killed between 50 and 130 people between 1971-1979. Profiles will include Rodney Alcala: The Dating Game Killer David Berkowitz: Son of Sam Kenneth A. Bianchi and Angelo Buono, Jr: The Hillside Strangler Ted Bundy Richard Chase: The Vampire of Sacramento John Wayne Gacy: The Killer Clown Carl Eugene Watts: The Sunday Morning Slasher Vaughn Greenwood: The Skid Row Slasher

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Baffle your brain in the most delightful way! Do you like crosswords that are light, easy, and breezy? Then these small, carefree 11x13 puzzles are just what you need. Because they’re bite-sized, you can complete each one in a few minutes—while still enjoying a challenge. Perfect for carrying around anywhere, this entertaining collection will test your wits on a variety of fun subjects.

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Just as Aven starts to feel comfortable in Stagecoach Pass, with her friends and schoolmates accustomed to her lack of “armage,” everything changes once again. She’s about to begin high school . . . with 2300 new kids to stare at her. And no matter how much Aven tries to play it cool, nothing prepares her for the reality. In a year filled with confusion, humiliation, fears, loss, and just maybe love, can Aven manage to stay true to herself?

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Try your hand at these 72 daily crosswords--appearing for the first time in book form--from easy Monday to very special Friday. They're all created by a roster of the nation's best constructors, and Friday's puzzle offers a unique challenge: a metapuzzle to solve. This "puzzle within a puzzle" usually consists of a single word or a phrase, such as a celebrity's name, a country, or a movie title.

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A fun collection of Sunday-size crosswords from The Wall Street Journal, appearing for the first time in book form—edited by Mike Shenk, a legend among puzzle fans! Sunday is funday with these 72 challenging crosswords! They’re created by a roster of the nation’s best constructors and are sure to add lots of puzzle-solving entertainment to your weekend.

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A fun collection of Sunday-size crosswords from The Wall Street Journal, appearing for the first time in book form—edited by Mike Shenk, a legend among puzzle fans! Sunday is funday with these 72 challenging crosswords! They’re all created by a roster of the nation’s best constructors and sure to add lots of puzzle-solving entertainment to your weekend.

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Jasper would rather draw graphs than play in the mud. Can this cutie pig find someone to adopt him who means business, too? Right from the start, everyone at the barnyard could tell Jasper wasn't like his siblings: "I believe what we have here is a gen-u-WINE Business Pig!" No wallowing in the mud or rooting for grubs for Jasper; he'd rather help with the bookkeeping or conduct a meeting. Though everyone at the animal sanctuary loves him, Jasper longs for a forever home. But no matter how many business cards he hands out, no one wants to adopt him. Can this above-average pig find his special person to cut deals with? This delightful picture book is perfect for children aged from three to seven.

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A hilarious compendium from the author of The Official Dictionary of Sarcasm', the perfect book for today's world. The battle for sanity and intelligence rages on! Read any news story today and it's clear that idiots are everywhere. For that reason, James Napoli, the esteemed director of the National Sarcasm Society, has created a smart-aleck new dictionary that defines pop-culture touchstones and throws shade on the hopelessly foolish. With copiously illustrated and snarky entries on everything from 'Alternative Facts' and 'Congress' to 'Cable News' and 'Uber' ("a convenient way to entrust your transportation to a potential serial killer..."), The Official Dictionary of Idiocy brings some much-needed laughter to these crazy days.

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Easy can be fun! This top-notch collection features 72 daily-size crosswords from leading puzzlemakers, edited by the prolific pro Stanley Newman. All the crosswords have themes, so the longest answers are tied together—and that can help solvers. Beginners, experts brushing up on the basics, or anyone who wants simple puzzles to relax with will enjoy these entertaining crosswords.

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Jumbo-size puzzles = jumbo-size fun! Challenge your brain—not your eyes. These large-print, generously sized crosswords are simple to solve and easy to see. Each puzzle takes up two pages, so there’s no need to strain while reading the clues and numbers in the boxes. With their entertaining subjects and challenging clues, they'll baffle you in the most delightful way.

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Make any manic Monday better with something fun to solve that's not too demanding. Tackle these easy crosswords to loosen up or to sharpen your skills for the harder crosswords to come later in the week. Each puzzle is themed—“Hollywood Boulevards,” “Elocution Lesson,” “Chocolate Fix”—allowing you to test your knowledge as you solve the conundrums.

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Weekends are the perfect time for getting away from it all—and Weekend Picnic Crosswords is the ticket to puzzle paradise. It's packed with Sunday-sized puzzles for long, luxurious, leisurely solving. Edited by a master, this terrific collection will delight crossword lovers with its fantastic themes and clues, plus bonus "fun facts" in the answer section.

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Red/rojo rain boots, a yummy orange/aranjando popsicle, a beautiful blue/azul butterfly, a big yellow/amarillo school bus: heres a rainbow of childrens favorites, presented in cheerful photos and captioned in both English and Spanish.

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