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#1 New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Mo Willems shares wit and wisdom from The Pigeon in this one-of-a-kind humor book for adults. Discover important tips, thoughts, opinions, quotes, complaints, and basic philosophical misunderstandings in this profound collection of Pigeon-isms. This 80-page, gift-sized collector’s title features all-new original art along with big (and little) Pigeon-y tidbits to ponder, such as:Let me be the first to say that everything has already been said. Surprises happen when you least expect them.If I could change just ONE thing about myself, I'd be perfect. A must-have book for grown-up Pigeon fans!

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This collection features 200 super-simple 5x5 crosswords, the same size as The New York Times's popular Mini Crosswords, but much easier and more accessible.

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Mark Twain's adventurous story of boyhood is now available in an unabridged paperback edition for today's young readers. Whether he's tricking others into doing his work or running away with Huckleberry Finn, Tom Sawyer always manages to wiggle his way out of trouble. But when he accidentally witnesses a murder, Tom is suddenly faced with trouble that's well beyond fun mischief-making. Mark Twain's story of boyhood and childhood antics is now available in an unabridged paperback edition perfect for young readers' libraries.

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The Rainbow Witchis a guide to color and magic that encompasses all factions of witchcraft practices and practitioners. In this book, readers are initiated into each of seven colors of the rainbow by learning the spiritual meaning, intensity, and magical purpose of each color.

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In Italian cuisine, there is an entire category of smaller bites-spuntini-meant to be enjoyed at in-between meal moments of the day. This book by Italian food expert Anna Francese Gass introduces the American audience to the complete range of spuntini culture, with recipes drawn from all across the country.

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Oh, say, can you solve? This collection of brainteasers is as big and diverse as the U.S. itself. Inside, you’ll find something for everyone: word games (like a crisscross including all 50 states), logic puzzles, trivia (such as identifying songs with states in their names), visual conundrums, state flag connect-the-dots, a giant maze (begin it anywhere, but you must end up in Washington, D.C.), with new surprises always around the corner. This book makes a great gift for any patriotic puzzle lover, or the perfect entertainment for a coast-to-coast trip.

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Relax, refresh, and recharge with this charming deck of 40 soothing bath tea recipeseach card features a recipe for a rejuvenating mineral bath soak made with essential oils, crystals, flowers, and other natural ingredients, while intention mantras on the flipside enhance relaxation, focus, self-love, or alignment. Unwind your mind and body with the gift of blissful bath time! Baths are the ancient relaxation ritual for modern well-being. Soothe stress with an Inner Smile bath blending lemon and daisies. Promote rest with a Lavender Dreams soak mixing dried buds and amethyst. Or refresh senses with a rosemary and sea salt Focusbath. These beautiful cards are the perfect self-care ritual for self-loveand they will help you align your energies to manifest your heart's desires. Inspired by historical bathing practices, these cards help you absorb the meditative power of intentional bathing. Each recipe card guides you to create an enviable tub scene to share or savor privately. An a

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Clara Kirkpatrick's art is fun, contemporary, and whimsical. Full of the energy of New York City-her home town-this puzzle will add a touch of Big Apple energy to any jigsaw enthusiast's table.

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Eisner Awardwinning creator Hamish Steele's DeadEndia series is Steven Universe meets Adventure Time for fans of Scott Pilgrim, Rick and Morty, Adventure Time, and Pumpkinheads. In this diverse young adult graphic novel, third in the DeadEndia trilogy, Barney, Norma, and friends team up with unlikely heroes to fight a battle for the fate of the universe, all while dealing with their greatest challenge of all: their love lives. The battle between angels and demons rages on, and Courtney finds themselves restored to former glory in the realm of the angels with a new mission: bring about a new Divine Order and create a fourteenth plane of existence to keep the demons at bay. On the seventh plane, known to us as Earth, Norma Khan and Barney Guttman have allied with the demons in a search for both freedom and peace. There's just one thing standing in their way: the Guttman family reunion. Badyah has joined the resistance as well, honing her martial arts skills and getting ready to pro

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Hedgehog loves his new home. But even before he can set foot inside, his house is destroyed. No matter how much he cries, yells, complains, worries, or even feels sorry for himself, Hedgehog is powerless to change the situation. It isn't until he learns to see things differently that Hedgehog turns his obstacle into an opportunity. With its tender, openhearted text and beautifully rendered illustrations,Hedgehog and the Logis about acceptance, perseverance, and, most of all, hope.

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Uncover the messages within your dreams using this comprehensive dream dictionary and guide to dream interpretation! Dreams provide a window into our subconscious mind and serve as a crucial tool for self-understanding. In 1001 Dreams: The Complete Book of Dream Interpretations, renowned dream expert Cassandra Eason shares her decades of knowledge analyzing over 1,000 dream scenariosfrom visions of angels to zoo trips, buying a home to escaping demons. Learn techniques from dream incubation to lucid dreaming for shaping desired dreams. Discover how dreams connect us to our ancestors, past lives, and spiritual guides. An in-depth section decodes common symbols and empowers intuitive dream interpretation. Expertly bridging ancient history and modern psychology, this book provides unparalleled insight into your innermost self and decoding the meaning of your dreams. 1001 Dreams unpacks over 1,000 dream scenarios and symbols across 300+ beautifully illustrated pages. With interpretati

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Fight for justice with swashbuckling soldiers in this abridged retelling of The Three Musketeers, part of the bestselling Classic Starts® series that has sold more than 8 million copies! “All for one and one for all!” Aramis, Athos, and Porthos make up the three Musketeers. Oh, and there’s also the not-quite-yet Musketeer D’Artagnan. Together, the four men must use their wits and their swords to battle an evil Cardinal, the traitorous Milady, and other enemies of the French court. This abridged retelling is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the adventurous world of historical romance and the royal French court.

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Everything you need to know about brewing, using, and enjoying coffee at home, featuring more than 40 recipes, from morning cup to coffee-spiked nightcap. This entertaining and informative coffee book from the cofounders of Sprudge, the world’s most popular coffee website, shows readers the many ways they can enjoy coffee at home, from detailed instructions on countertop brewing methods like Chemex, AeroPress, and French press to recipes that use coffee as an ingredient in cocktails, milkshakes, floats, and even a spice rub. Whether you use an automatic coffee maker or a fancy La Marzocco espresso machine, this book will build your coffee-crafting knowledge, with recipes such as Caffe con Panna (a shot of espresso topped with whipped cream), Affogato (espresso poured over ice cream), a coffee-chocolate syrup, and the classic Espresso Martini. The book also includes tips and guidance on the gear you need to create the home coffee experience that’s right for you; expert instructions for more than two-dozen brewing methods for coffee and espresso; and sections on how to build a mug collection and how to find the best coffee beans on the market. Part barista recipe book, part mixology book, But First, Coffee has all the coffee recipes you need to keep the java flowing from morning to night. Anyone searching for coffee gifts need look no further—But First, Coffee covers every possible way to enjoy this crucial beverage

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A one-of-a-kind exploration of the relationship between culture, politics, history, and wine. Vintage refers to the year grapes are harvested, and that vintage holds meaning. You can look up the weather in any almanac, but some stories are known only to insiders—until now. In this wine book Grant Reynolds, award-winning sommelier, deciphers these signatures to reveal the impact of marketing and mentorship, technology and trends, and influencers old and new. Beginning in the late eighteenth century with a tale about Thomas Jefferson’s secret White House stash and spanning over a quarter of a millennium to social media’s effect on chenin blanc’s popularity, The Wine List explores both the chemistry and sociology that have made vintages taste a certain way, fetch a certain price, or go extinct altogether. Featuring sidebars on topics like the taste of climate change, mini timelines capturing significant historical moments, and collage-style illustration, these entries solidify the idea that every bottle is a product of a particular moment in time. A must-read for fans of wine books like Wine Folly or The World Atlas of Wine, The Wine List is a fresh new wine bible perfect for anyone looking for bar cart books or gifts for wine lovers.

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Nick Brooks, award-winning filmmaker and author ofPromise Boys, mixesout-of-this-world sci-fi with contemporary themes of friendship, community, and social justice in this hit middle-grade series. Ferrous City is suddenly a lot more interestingin fact, a little too interesting for Ethan Fairmont. Ethan's beloved neighborhood is full of new faces. Lifelong residents are being priced out of their homes, and new businesses are replacing old favorites. At school, Ethan finds a rival in new-kid Fatima, an inventor who is just as science savvy as him. She even has TWO patents! Then there's the mysterious real estate agent with way too many questions for Ethan. Not to mention the extraterrestrial-obsessed Jodie and his Aliens Are Here club. It's all too much for Ethan and he begins to miss Cheese, his adorable six-eyed alien pal, even more. Fortunately for Ethan and his friends Kareem and Juan Carlos, distraction comes in the form of a top-secret project. Cheese left a communicatio

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What if you could reach the most innocent part of yourself and treat that essential being with kindness? Author Natasha Levinger teaches how to locate this inner child, get to know them, and parent this most vulnerable part of yourself so that you can self-soothe even when the world around you is chaotic. By eliminating false personal narratives and creating a nurturing inner voice, you can heal past traumas and live in the present with understanding and grace. Levinger investigates crucial questions, such as: How can dysfunction from our caregivers affect us? How and in what way can we feel loved and regulate our nervous system? How can we access our higher self through chakra-based meditation, then use that protective force to communicate with our inner child? Levinger is the perfect guide on this journey, providing plenty of useful exercises, strategies, and journal prompts along the way.

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Looking for quick, easy one-pan desserts? Look no further! Molly Gilbert shares 80+ recipes for delicious and innovative sheet pan desserts in this first-ever cookbook for desserts that require just one main piece of kitchen equipment: a baking sheet pan. Molly Gilbert, author of the runaway hit Sheet Pan Suppers, has turned her eye to desserts. Her easy recipes are all made with super-accessible ingredients, and pretty much all you’ll need to bake them are a hot oven and your trusty sheet pan. This is the perfect cake cookbook, and you’ll also find comforting cookies and bars; impressive-looking pies, galettes, and tarts; and even some simple breads and breakfasts. Molly offers recipes that are both nostalgic, like her Kitchen Sink Cookies and her son Jack’s Chocolate Chip Cake with Fudge Frosting, and innovative, like her Dozen Donut Cake and Pumpkin Tiramisu Roll. Whether you’re baking for a celebration or for something to snack on throughout the day, if you have a sheet pan, this baking book has just the thing. Molly’s dessert recipes are sure to please any sort of sweet tooth! Paperback with rounded corners; 240 pages; 7 x 9 inches.

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Connection with self, body, and universe is essential to mindful practice—and yet we often struggle to make time to reconnect with ourselves. There are times for realism, and there are times for our imagination to take hold. The Metaphysical Cannabis Oracle Deck is designed to help you tap into your intuition, encouraging reflection and opening the third eye through herbal healing. Written by Maggie Wilson, the first Black female cannabis sommelier, it combines her expertise with richly illustrated cards by evocative artist Ejiwa Ebenebe. These cards will teach you how to free your mind and let your connection to the universe unfold.

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It's been six months since the Quest Kids—Ned, Terra, Gil, Boulder, and Ash—saved a village from a furious dragon (no big deal) and turned their questing efforts toward finding Ned’s parents. But when the crew notices a serious sense of doom and gloom across the Seven Kingdoms, they set out in search of Doug, whose mysterious Dark Prophecy has the potential to send the world into even more dire darkness and dread. With help from new and old friends, the Quest Kids sail through stormy seas, vacation on the newly rebranded Contentment Island, and venture into the Forsaken Lands to find Doug, whose wicked tunes and even wickeder plans are in full force. Can the Quest Kids get it together to counter Doug's plans and find Ned's parents—or must they watch as a triumphant Doug surfs on waves of fire and fulfills his terrible prophecy?

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A charming, easy-to-use journal to help you clear your mind before you go to bed—for a good night’s sleep. Do you often find yourself tossing and turning at bedtime, worrying about stuff that happened during the day or things you need to do? This simple, beautifully illustrated journal helps clear out the stressful thoughts so you can fall asleep, with three simple questions in squares—What was one success you had today? What’s one thing you would’ve liked to have done differently? What’s one goal you’d like to achieve tomorrow?—and one square of checkboxes with the whys for your goal. Weekends are covered in reflective pages that allow you to look back and ahead, and inspiring quotes from famous writers, thinkers, leaders, and entertainers are scattered throughout.

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El primer día de clases suele ser emocionante, ¡pero también puede causar mucho miedo! Conoce a Rosie, la nueva estudiante que tiene mariposas en el estómago. Rosie no ve la hora de comenzar el kindergarten. Hace semanas que le ha sacado punta a sus lápices y ya tiene la mochila lista. De pronto, la noche previa al gran día, le empieza a doler la barriguita. Su mamá la tranquiliza, le dice que son solo mariposas en el estómago, y pronto se sentirá mejor. Rosie ve con sorpresa que, al saludar a una nueva amiga en el autobús, ¡una mariposa escapa de su boca! A lo largo del día, Rosie se va liberando de todas las mariposas, e incluso ayuda a una niña tímida a liberarse de las suyas. The first day of school is exciting—but it can be scary, too! Meet Rosie, a brand-new student who just happens to have butterflies in her stomach. Rosie can’t wait to start kindergarten. She’s had her pencils sharpened and her backpack ready for weeks. But suddenly, on the night before the big day, her tummy hurts. Rosie’s mom reassures her that it’s just butterflies in her belly, and she’ll feel better soon. Much to Rosie’s surprise, when she says hello to a new friend on the bus, a butterfly flies out of her mouth! As the day goes on, Rosie frees all her butterflies, and even helps another shy student let go of hers, too.

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Award-winning author and illustrator Charise Mericle Harper creates a laugh-out-loud picture book about making something out of nothing and the power of imagination in this companion title to I Cannot Draw a Horse. The Horse wants a bicycle. A bicycle is hard to draw. The Book cannot draw a bicycle. But the Book CAN draw shapes. Can the Horse and the Cat build a bicycle from shapes? Or will their dreams end in pieces?Featuring the same quirky contemporary voice and kid-friendly comic illustration style as its predecessor, I Cannot Draw a Horse, this children's metafiction book is an art lesson about creativity and determination, wrapped around a humorous narrative. Readers who have enjoyed other fourth wall—breaking books like B.J. Novak's The Book With No Pictures will appreciate the interactive elements in this book for children ages 3–8.Praise for I CANNOT DRAW A HORSE “Creative an loaded with humor, this story will have kids giggling in seconds and trying their hand at drawing a horse—or at least a gumdrop.” —Booklist (starred review) “Part Ed Emberley, with a dash of Pigeon, and entirely meta.” —Kirkus Reviews “Harper’s illustrations make so much of so little, using a very limited palette and simple shapes, inviting readers into an artist’s notebook. With a little imagination and some paper, ‘nothing’ can become quite something. —Horn Book Magazine “An easy-to-read text with exclamatory speech bubbles and pictorial antics will tickle funny bones in this off-kilter circular story.” —School Library Journal

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For fans of Gene Luen Yang'sAmerican Born Chineseand Svetlana Chmakova'sAwkward,this funny yet poignant middle-grade coming-of-age story highlights the struggle of feeling invisible while yearning to be seen by all. Kevin Lee is having a really bad week. Although he lives in a crowded Toronto apartment above the family's alterations and dry-cleaning store, he mostly goes unnoticed. School isn't exactly an oasis eitherbeing one of the few Asian kids makes for some unwelcome attention. But when Kevin's class plans a trip to Thrill Planet, a spectacular theme park, will he finally have a chance to turn his life around, or will it just be another day for Kevin Lee?Fans ofmiddle school graphic novelsexploring identity and self-esteem will appreciate the poignant yet humorous journey of finding one's place in the world, and readers who are looking forAsian representation in books will connect with Kevin's story ofracism,bullying, and theimmigrant experience. With its mix of family relations

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Who is Casey Rhodes? Is she a no-nonsense realist or a hopeless romantic? A just-getting-by scholarship student or a sometimes Cinderella dating the cool, cultured heir to a media empire and New York City's most eligible? At seventeen years old and already in her sophomore year at NYU, Casey sheds disguises effortlessly. It's how she navigates school and avoids the second-guessing that's plagued her since she and her boyfriend Marcus got together. But then Casey starts hearing voices that terrify her so badly she flees to the remote beach town of Avon Shores where she can sort through her thoughts and reset. But the voices only get more intense and are now accompanied by visions of places she's never been and people she's never met, like Jake who's lived in Avon Shores his whole life. There's no way Casey could know him, yet she feels an immediate connection. And stranger still: he feels it too. Together they search for answers, finding only questionsabout their connection, Avon, Case

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A new YA supernatural romance novel from Sara Shepard, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the young adult book series Pretty Little Liars finds heroine Casey Rhodes drowning in déjà vu and hearing voices in her head. Her romance with Marcus, heir to a media empire, is challenged by the instant connection she feels with Jake . . . Is Casey a no-nonsense realist or a hopeless romantic? A just-getting-by scholarship student or a sometimes-Cinderella dating the cool, cultured heir and New York City’s most eligible? At seventeen years old and already in her sophomore year at NYU, Casey sheds disguises effortlessly. It’s how she navigates school and avoids the second-guessing that’s plagued her since she and her boyfriend, Marcus, got together. But then Casey starts hearing voices that terrify her so badly she flees to the remote beach town of Avon Shores where she can sort through her thoughts and reset. But the voices only get more intense and are now accompanied by visions of places she’s never been and people she’s never met, like Jake, who’s lived in Avon Shores his whole life. There’s no way Casey could know him, yet she feels an immediate connection. And stranger still: he feels it, too. Together they search for answers, finding only questions—about their connection, Avon Shores, Casey’s memories . . . And whose voice is she hearing inside her head?Wait for Me is full of thrills, romance, and intrigue. It's a love story about connection and a thriller about searching for answers within your own mind. This is the latest of Sara Shepard's books to successfully deliver as a suspenseful page-turner and young adult supernatural romance book destined to have readers swooning for more! Hardcover with dust jacket; 320 pages; 8.3 x 5.5-inches.

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E.T. meets Stranger Things in this middle-grade novel series from author and award-winning filmmaker Nick Brooks. With crossover appeal, this fun, engaging series has plenty of nostalgia nods for adults to appreciate as well as young readers. Something cool happening in Ferrous City? Not a chance. Until one day . . . when self-proclaimed genius inventor Ethan Fairmont runs into an abandoned car factory to avoid a local bully and accidentally stumbles across his ex–best friend Kareem, new kid Juan Carlos, and an extraterrestrial visitor. Cheese (the alien) is stuck on Earth and in need of some serious repairs, spicy snacks—and absolute, total secrecy. That’s easier said than done when mysterious agents descend on Ferrous City to search for Cheese. With time running out and their family and friends in potential danger, can Ethan, Kareem, and Juan Carlos pull off an intergalactic rescue before they’re all found out? Weaving issues of racial profiling, community struggles, and everyday life in a fast-paced science fiction adventure, Brooks’s debut middle-grade series is destined to be a favorite out-of-this-world adventure for kids 9–12. A timely—and timeless—sci-fi epic for fans of Tristen Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky and the Artemis Fowl series. Hardcover with dust jacket; 240 pages; 5.5 x 8.3 in

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A no-holds-barred, medium-spicy, cosmic truth bomb from the Dirtbag Astrologer himself! Astrology--what is it good for? According to Alberto Toribio, The Dirtbag Astrologer, this ancient art is best for getting laid, destroying your enemies, and improving your life. Not necessarily in that order. But maybe in that order? Toribio guides readers through the horrible ins and outs of the twelve sun signs, from Cancer the Simp to Aggro Aries. You will feel attacked, and you will laugh bitterly about the signs of your exes, and afterwards, you will follow Toribio through the whats and whys of Moon and Rising Signs, Houses, Transits, and other crucial information that will lay bare your emotional truths and maybe elicit a giggle or two. Follow along for this lovingly degenerate handbook to the stars from an astrologer who will give you the hard truths, even when it hurts (especially when it hurts).

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Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel, set during the Civil War, has always captivated even the most reluctant readers. Follow the adventures of the four March sisters—Meg, Beth, Amy, and, most of all, the tomboy Jo—as they experience the joys and disappointments, tragedies and triumphs, of growing up.

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Jeff Miller's heartbreaking, coming-of-age middle-grade novel-inspired by his personal experience living through his own parent's heart transplant-invites readers into the world of a twelve-year-old birdwatcher looking for a place to call home and a way to save his mother, even if it means venturing deep into Florida swampland.

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Did you know that every hour, more than one million slices of pizza are eaten in the United States? But this cheesy flatbread had a long journey before becoming a global comfort food. This fact-filled book delivers the deep dish on pizza culture, history, and science. Whether you like thin crust or Sicilian-style, this book is one that pizza lovers won't want to miss!

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Find out how gum became everyone’s favorite chewing candy in this fact-filled nonfiction book, part of the How It Happened! series. Baseball stadiums, movie theaters, underneath your desk at school—gum is everywhere. But how did this gluey glob become everyone’s favorite candy to chomp on? Readers will love gobbling down the story of gum, from its ancient origins to its influence on “pop” culture . . . and everything in between!

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A room-by-room approach to increasing the positive vibes in your home�creativity, energy, inspiration, clarity�with a toolkit of techniques that will give you plenty of ideas for improving your living and working spaces. Everyone wants a home that fills them with an all-encompassing feeling of peace: a home that fills the soul with clarity, energy, love, and safety, and supports our perfect experience here on earth. The Healing Home is a guide to designing and living that isn't just about choosing the right throw pillows or organising your stuff. Its bounty of energetic techniques�including Feng Shui, space clearing, crystal healing, meditation, and mindfulness�emphasizes the connection between body, mind, and spirit in the bedroom, bathroom, living room, and more.

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These elegantly designed poetry chapbooks are essential reading for lovers of classic literature and collectible editions in their own right. They make perfect keepsakes to own and to share with others. This elegantly designed chapbook collects several dozen upbeat and inspirational poems by the world's greatest poets to start the day and motivate the reader all day long. The poets represented include Thomas Hardy, Emily Dickinson, Andrew Marvell, William Shakespeare, John Donne, A. E. Housman, Robert Herrick, William Cullen Bryant, and Gerard Manley Hopkins. A dedication page makes this anthology suitable for gift giving.

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Tackling word puzzles is a great tactic to keep your mind in tip-top shape! Studies show that one way to be sure your brain stays at its best is to learn new things regularly, creating new neural connections. This book offers a fun way to do just that, with a variety of word puzzles that require solvers to reorient their perspective and think differently about language. One-third of the book features Split Decisions, a popular puzzle type that author Fred Piscop contributes regularly to the New York Times. Throughout the rest is a mix of other puzzles: Bits & Pieces (in which solvers answer clues using and reusing blocks of letters), Clueless Crosswords (featuring grids partly filled in so that there is only one possible way to complete them), Double Exposure (testing pattern recognition in two different ways), Mixagrams (where words are interwoven in a simple yet confounding way), and Two by Two (in which each grid contains only two consonants… but you have to figure out which).

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A flip-through-it book of sleep-based rituals, techniques, and guided meditations from renowned instructor Valerie Oula. Getting the kind of sleep that leaves you with increased mental clarity, steady energy, and excitement for the day ahead can be elusive. Meditation instructor Valerie Oula has put together this collection of rituals for achieving it�getting to sleep, staying asleep, exploring your mind through enlightening dreams, and waking up with ease. Her practice includes guided meditations and visualizations, as well as self-hypnosis, gentle movement, breathwork, and techniques involving essential oils and flower essences. This book is an easy-to-use guide for anyone from the sleep-deprived professional to the chronic insomniac to the average sleeper who just wants to improve the quality of their rest with a daily meditation practice.

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Trying to be perfect can get in the way of healthy changes you're trying to make. Learn how focusing on progress, not perfection, can put you on a path to success. It’s easy to get wrapped up or lost while trying to achieve a goal, no matter what it is—always thinking about the finish line without appreciating the journey there. The steps you take along the way may be challenging, but if you take pride in each step you take, then the progress itself becomes as good as, if not better than, the goal. This timely 366-day journal includes simple prompts to help you learn to take it day by day; set realistic goals; identify constructive actions; and reframe past mistakes as progress. At the end of each week, take stock by tracking your thoughts. Inspirational quotes are interspersed throughout a cool two-color design.

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A comprehensive (but fun and easy-to-use) guide to accessing spirit guides, from an accomplished medium. Having a relationship with your spirit guides is common in spiritual circles—whether those are your ancestors, power animals, or just entities from the beyond. These could be the voices of the departed, but they could also be earth spirits or just an entity from a place you haven’t been yet. Whatever the source, veteran medium Catharine Allan guides readers through the question of what it means to speak to spirits, how to do it, and how to honor and protect your relationship with their powerful energies.

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This paperback will feature two Christmas-themed stories: the much-loved classic, "The Gift of the Magi," and "Whistling Dick's Christmas Stocking."

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In this bighearted middle-grade debut, Martin McLean has to figure out how to find his voice as he navigates friendship, family, first crushes—and an unexpected amount of glitter. Martin McLean has always been surrounded by people who can express themselves, but he’s not great at speaking up unless he’s at a Mathletes competition. Then his Tío Billy introduces him to the world of drag, inspiring Martin to create a fabulous drag queen alter ego. When Martin discovers that his first-ever drag show is the same night as an important Mathletes tournament, he realizes that he can only pull off both appearances by revealing his true self to his friends—and channeling his inner drag superstar.

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A commemoration of the 20th anniversary of 9/11 as told through stories and photographs from The Associated Press—covering everything from the events of that tragic day to the rebuilding of the World Trade Center and beyond.This important and comprehensive book commemorates the 20th anniversary of September 11 as told through stories and images from the correspondents and photographers of The Associated Press—breaking news reports, in-depth investigative pieces, human interest accounts, approximately 175 dramatic and moving photos, and first-person recollections. AP’s reporting of the world-changing events of 9/11; the heroic rescue efforts and aftermath; the world’s reaction; Operation Enduring Freedom; the continuing legal proceedings; the building of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York City as a place of remembrance; the rebuilding of downtown NYC and much more is covered. Also included is a foreword by Robert De Niro. The book tells the many stories of 9/11—not only of the unprecedented horror of that September morning, but also of the inspiring resilience and hope of the human spirit.

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Whether you're on the highway, trail, or totally off the grid, Trail Forked is your go-to for delicious and inspired recipes for your outdoor adventures. With more than 100 highly original and creative recipes for delicious breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks, Trail Forked solves what outdoor adventurers have been struggling over for years: How to make tasty, hearty, and nutritious camp food. Say good-bye to those sad, dehydrated dinners, full of sodium and fillers that can leave you feeling listless and bloated. Trail Forked shows you how, with just a few tools and the right ingredients, you can make nutritious, even sumptuous, meals off the grid, on the trail, or in the comfort of your RV. Banana Bread Pancakes, Spicy Peanut Soba Noodle Salad, and Blackened Salmon with Pineapple and Thai Basil Salsa are just a few examples. Handy icons for each recipe describe what you'll need in your camp kitchen to prepare the dish. Also included are recipes for spices, condiments, sauces, and drinks, plus tips for foraging. Finally, Trail Forked includes loads of gorgeous full-colour photography of some of the most beautiful places in the US, as well as facts and stories of the conservation groups who will receive a portion of the proceeds of this book to help in their efforts to continue this important work.

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This cozy collection of holiday poetry includes works by Clement C. Moore, Lewis Carroll, Susan Coolidge, and more. It is an excellent gift and will serve as a family heirloom for generations. The Treasury of Family Christmas Poems features full-color period illustrations as well as a deluxe case with foil stamping. Punch-out ornaments and gift tags are also included.

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Aven Green, the remarkable heroine of Dusti Bowling’s Life of a Cactus series, marches to her own beat in this hilarious, upbeat, and unforgettable chapter book. “Realistic, affirming, and uplifting. ”—Kirkus Reviews Third-grader Aven Green is a real professional musician! She just needs to choose what instrument to play. When she decides to try the piano, Aven is disappointed when she can’t master Mozart in one whole day. To pick up Aven’s beat, her parents take her for a four-hour drive to see someone just like her play the guitar. With new inspiration and a special gift from her great-grandma, Aven is ready to take on the school talent show. Will she be ready in time? Or will she blow her big chance?

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Aven Green, the remarkable heroine of Dusti Bowling’s Life of a Cactus series, marches to her own beat in this hilarious, upbeat, and unforgettable chapter book. “Bowling’s beloved “Life of a Cactus” protagonist returns in a new series of chapter books that capture her life as third grader. . . . Young readers will laugh aloud at Aven’s funny reactions . . . [and] they will be intrigued by the practical skills she has perfected. . . . This chapter book companion to Bowling’s well-loved middle-grade series is a recommended purchase.”—School Library Journal (Starred review) Third-grader Aven Green is a real professional musician! She just needs to choose what instrument to play. When she decides to try the piano, Aven is disappointed when she can’t master Mozart in one whole day. To pick up Aven’s beat, her parents take her for a four-hour drive to see someone just like her play the guitar. With new inspiration and a special gift from her great-grandma, Aven is ready to take on the school talent show. Will she be ready in time? Or will she blow her big chance?

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Lisa Chamberlain shows you how to work with magical botanical oils in your spellcraft-whether you're well versed in other forms of magic but are just discovering essential oil magic, or are new to magic altogether. Since early times, shamans and healers have used fragrant oils in ritual, magic, and medicine to provide a direct tie between the natural world and the spiritual plane. Lisa Chamberlain explains the evolution of magical oils-from their rustic beginnings to their modern incarnation as essential oils-and discusses why they greatly enhance your ritual and magical practice. You'll be introduced to 13 essential oils commonly used in both healing and contemporary magic, including cinnamon, lavender, and patchouli. Each blend recipe and spell utilizes oils from these 13, making it easier for you to get started in no time.

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