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[ "When Annie Dawson finds a bundle of old letters in the attic of Grey Gables, the lovely Victorian home she has inherited from her grandmother, she feels a rush of nostalgia for the days she spent in Stony Point, Maine, as a child, and for her best childhood friend Susan Morris. Annie had saved these letters and brought them back to Stony Point to share with Susan, but where is Susan now? Annie's friends in the Hook and Needle Club have conflicting stories,but Susan is definitely not in Stony Point. Annie takes up the search for Susan, and as she digs deeper, she is drawn into a frightening game of hide and seek with strangers who threaten Annie's life and the lives of her friends." ]

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[ "2013 SPANISH Mentoring Minds READING student edition work book. Great resource for all third grade bilingual teachers!" ]

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[ "Books", "Libros en español" ]

[ "During World War II, some 10,000 American bombers and fighters were shot down over Europe. Of the crews aboard, 26,000 men were killed, while 30,000 survived being shot down only to be captured and made prisoners of war. Against the longest of odds, nearly 3,000 airmen made it to the ground alive, evaded capture, and escaped to safety. These men proudly called themselves the Blister Club.", "Drawing on tens of thousands of pages of mostly untapped documents in the National Archives, Michael Lee Lanning tells the story of these courageous airmen. They had received escape-and-evasion (E & E) training, and some were lucky enough to land with their E-&-E kits—but all bets were off once they hit the ground. They landed after an air catastrophe. The geography was usually unfamiliar. Civilians might or might not be trustworthy. German soldiers and Gestapo agents hunted down airmen as well as civilians who dared help them. If an airman abandoned his uniform for civilian garb, he forfeited Geneva Convention protections. Most faced the daunting task of escaping on foot across hundreds of miles. The fortunate connected with one of the established escape routes to Spain or Switzerland or across the English Channel, or they hooked up with the underground resistance or friendly civilians. Upon return to friendly lines, these men were often able to provide valuable intelligence about enemy troop dispositions and civilian morale. Many volunteered to fly again even though regulations prohibited it.", "The Blister Club is history with a punch. With a historian’s eye, Lanning covers the hows and whys of escape-and-evasion and aerial combat in the European theater, but the book also vividly captures the stories of the airmen who did the escaping and evading, including that of a young pilot named Chuck Yeager, who, during his own escape, aided the French Resistance and helped another downed airman to safety—and then begged to fly again, eventually securing Eisenhower’s approval to return to the air, where he achieved ace status.", "Stories of escape are popular, especially those set during World War II, as are stories of the war in the air. Combining both of these, The Blister Club should find an enthusiastic audience." ]

[ "Review", "Lanning’s writing style is clear, straightforward, and engaging, but what makes this book especially riveting is that these stories are told largely in the words of the airmen themselves in their Evasion and Escape (E&E) reports. Using archival materials located at the National Archives and the Air War College Library, Lanning starts most of his twenty-six chapters with an airman’s E&E report and follows with a discussion of similar reports. Lanning uses these documents so that the narrators can tell the stories of their survival in their own words. Lanning does not assume that his audience has more than a layperson’s knowledge of this period in US military history, and, as a reader who has not read extensively on this topic, I found this book to be accessible. At the same time, it would be of interest to scholars who are well versed in the history of US Army Air Forces in the European theater of World War II.", "―", "The American Archivist", "About the Author", "Michael Lee Lanning, a graduate of Texas A&M, served more than twenty years in the U.S. Army, retiring as a lieutenant colonel with the Senior Parachute Badge, Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Ranger Tab, and Bronze Star. In Vietnam he commanded an infantry platoon, a recon platoon, and a rifle company. His military career included service as public-affairs officer for Gen. Norman Schwarzkopf and Department of Defense public affairs work. He has appeared on NPR, CBS, and the History Channel and has written twenty-five books, with more than a million copies of his books in print in fifteen countries and twelve languages. His previous books include the classic Vietnam, 1969–1970: A Company Commander’s Journal (Ivy Books, 1987; Ballantine, 1988; Texas A&M, 2007), which the New York Times called “one of the most honest and horrifying accounts of a combat soldier’s life to come out of the Vietnam War.” With Stackpole, he has published Tours of Duty: Vietnam War Stories (2014), reprinted Inside Force Recon: Recon Marines in Vietnam (2017), and written The Court-Martial of Jackie Robinson (Spring 2020). A native of Texas, Lanning lives in Lampasas, Texas, not far west of Fort Hood." ]

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[ "Books", "History", "Military" ]

[ "Award-winning writer Josip Novakovich brings his own particular blend of village wit and urban sophistication to this collection of stories, some fabulist and absurd, some charged with the realities and politics of war-torn Croatia. A darkly ironic voice emerges in these provocative tales, filled with grim energy, sly amusement, and often nightmarish situations. Following his critically acclaimed previous titles,", "Yolk", "and", "Apricots from Chernobyl", ",", "Salvation and Other Disasters", "shows us once again why", "Kirkus Reviews", "said, \"[It] should be a source of some national pride, that Novakovich is now an American writer.\"" ]

[ "Amazon.com Review", "For those who think of Bosnia as more than a word, and the turmoil there as more tragic than a newspaper article can convey,", "Salvation and Other Disasters", "reveals another stirring element: the Balkan tragedy as a mirror of human suffering--and an unlikely site of occasional human joy--in every nation of the world. Like those of Edgar Allan Poe and O. Henry, Novakovich's stories find the darkest ironies and give them a twist into a brutally interrogating light.", "Award-winning fiction writer Novakovich is the author of several books, among them", "Yolk", "and", "Apricots from Chernobyl", ". Born in Croatia, he is now an American treasure.", "From Kirkus Reviews", "A varied and absorbing collection of 16 stories by the Croatian-American author of Apricots from Chernobyl (not reviewed) and Yolk (1995). The influences of Kafka, Isaac Bashevis Singer, and Bruno Schulz are traceable throughout Novakovich's unsettling fiction, in which violence and death often lie just beneath ostensibly benign comic surfaces. Many of his protagonists are survivors of ``the Balkan wars'': specifically, Serbia's Yolk oppression of Croatia. ``Fritz: A Fable''--in which a dog's hatred for a cat deftly allegorizes ethnic and nationalistic enmitybrilliantly updates the beast fable, and there are irresistibly lively pictures of children's ability to thrive in even hostile environments in stories like ``Ice'' and the delightfully anecdotal ``The Devil's Celluloid Tail.'' A handful set in America memorably limn the immigrant experience (especially ``The End,'' which explores, in a densely packed 20 pages, the lingering culture shock endured by a Croatian family). The best of these pieces, which analyze the alienated states of people who regret or cannot make sense of their past allegiances, include ``Sheepskin,'' the confession of a war victim who murders the wrong man in what he thinks is an act of justified vengeance, then pursues his victim's widow; ``Rye Harvest,'' the tale of an immigrant desperately seeking security who finally reaches the US only to learn he'll be immediately deported; and ``A Free Fall,'' which describes with wonderfully mingled humor and pathos the whole arc of its disabled narrator's life, ``from sperm to worm.'' Novakovich's characters aren't just survivors; they're energetic, hopeful souls whose appetite for life is best expressed by their exuberant, playful sexuality--for which their author repeatedly finds fresh, amusing metaphors (during sex, a woman felt as though she were a computer accessory, for him to move his cursor around, or, more likely, a bit of physical to augment his virtual reality). First-rate fiction, from one of the best short-story writers of the decade. --", "Copyright ©1998, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved.", "Review", "\"Like brilliant flashes of exploding artillery, many of Josip Novakovich's wonderful stories illuminate the (ordinary and extraordinary, blameless and evil, unique and exemplary) lives torn apart by the most recent Balkan conflict. These powerful and affectionate tales come rushing in off the battlefield to bring us shocking news about ourselves, at peace and at war.\"--Francine Prose", "From the Back Cover", "\"Like brilliant flashes of exploding artillery, many of Josip Novakovich's wonderful stories illuminate the (ordinary and extraordinary, blameless and evil, unique and exemplary) lives torn apart by the most recent Balkan conflict. These powerful and affectionate tales come rushing in off the battlefield to bring us shocking news about ourselves, at peace and at war.\"--Francine ProseAward-winning writer Josip Novakovich brings his own particular blend of village wit and urban sophistication to this collection of stories, some fabulist and absurd, some charged with the realities and politics of war-torn Croatia. A darkly ironic voice emerges in these provocative tales, filled with grim energy, sly amusement, and often nightmarish situations. Following his critically acclaimed previous titles,", "Yolk", "and", "Apricots from Chernobyl", ",", "Salvation and Other Disasters", "shows us once again why", "Kirkus Reviews", "said, \"[It] should be a source of some national pride, that Novakovich is now an American writer.\"", "About the Author", "Josip Novakovich", "is a fiction writer and essayist. Born in Croatia, he is currently an assistant professor of English at the University of Cincinnati. His published work includes", "Yolk", ",", "Apricots from Chernobyl", ", and", "Fiction Writer's Workshop", ", and many of his stories, essays, and poetry have appeared in", "Double Take", ", the", "Threepenny Review", ",", "Ploughshares", ", the", "New York Times Magazine", ", among others, and in three", "Pushcart Prize", "anthologies and", "Best American Poetry 1997", ". He is the winner of a 1997 Whiting Writers' Award, an Ingram Merrill Award, the Richard Margolis Prize for Socially Important Writing, and a NEA Fellowship for Fiction Writing. Novakovich has a B.A. from Vassar College, a Masters in Divinity from Yale University, and a Masters in English/Creative Writing from the University of Texas. He lives in Blue Creek, Ohio, with his wife and two children.", "Read more" ]

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[ "Books", "Literature & Fiction", "Short Stories & Anthologies" ]

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[ "Books", "Literature & Fiction", "Mythology & Folk Tales" ]

[ "Kidnapped, turned, and locked away in a concrete basement, high school student Sey-Mi is taught the ways of the damned. Her captors, beautiful and malignant, cruel and insane, torture her until she pledges allegiance to the Gwanlyo, a secret organization of vampires now obsessed with bringing her into their ranks.Enter Cheol Yu and Hyeri, rogue members who want to liberate vampires and set them upon humankind like a plague. Their first act of rebellion is to persuade Sey-Mi to join them in their twisted objective of unraveling this draconian society of the dead. Before they can do that, they will have to dodge the Natural Police, an order within the Gwanlyo whose objective is to hunt down and butcher any vampires that break the organization’s strict rules, and who are currently tracking Cheol Yu for murdering one of their own. Hyeri, who is no stranger to the organization’s wicked methods of agonizing punishment, is hell-bent on bringing them down, and is prepared to lead Cheol Yu through the dark, abandoned streets of the Gwanlyo’s compound where Sey-Mi is being held captive. She doesn’t intend to go in unarmed, however. Hyeri has a plan – one that might just burn the Gwanlyo to the ground.Will Sey-Mi place her loyalties in the Gwanlyo that rules through terror? Will she side with rebellious conspirators who strive to bring hell to the world? Or will she carve out her own path through the flesh and bone of anyone who stands in her way? Find out in Butchers, a novella of extreme horror." ]

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[ "Books", "Literature & Fiction", "Genre Fiction" ]

[ "Grisha is a dragon in a world that's forgotten how to see him. Maggie is a unusual child who thinks she's perfectly ordinary. They're an unlikely duo—but magic, like friendship, is funny. Sometimes it chooses those who might not look so likely. And magic has chosen Grisha and Maggie to solve the darkest mystery in Vienna. Decades ago, when World War II broke out, someone decided that there were too many dragons for all of them to be free. As they investigate, Grisha and Maggie ask the question everyone's forgotten: Where have the missing dragons gone? And is there a way to save them? At once richly magical and tragically historical,", "The Language of Spells", "is a novel full of adventure about remembering old stories, forging new ones, and the transformative power of friendship." ]

[ "From School Library Journal", "Gr 3–6—In the decades that Grisha was a teapot, the world almost forgot how to see magic. So when Grisha is restored to his proper dragon form, he finds himself called, along with all the remaining dragons, to Vienna by an unknown magic. Years pass, and he meets a uniquely magical girl named Maggie who struggles to fit into a human world where she has no friends except her eccentric poet father and has no memories of her long-dead mother. Through their powerful connection, Maggie becomes happy and Grisha soon remembers the fate of other dragons, those without golden eyes like his, and begins a quest with Maggie to wake them from a spell gone wrong. But magic, as shown by the dragons and magical cats who control them, requires sacrifice and giving up the thing most precious to you. Will Maggie be willing to save the unjustly punished dragons? This quiet and somewhat melancholy novel focuses more on the power of friendship than on fantasy, and reminds readers that there might be magic all around us, even if we cannot see it. It also is about finding one's purpose and place in the world. By calculation, Maggie is born in the 1990s, but the Vienna setting feels more like the early 19th century; this is an atmospheric and ethereal tale. Final art not seen. VERDICT An unexpected page-turner, this will appeal to readers who like emotional poignancy with their adventure.—Clare A. Dombrowski, Amesbury Public Library, MA", "Review", "\"Reading Garret's story was like being with an old friend. Where there are dragons, there is a story; let this lovely tale weave its spell.\"-Kathi Appelt, author of National Book Award Finalist and Newbery Honor book", "The Underneath", "\"Reading Garret's story was like being with an old friend. Where there are dragons, there is a story; let this lovely tale weave its spell.\"-Kathi Appelt, author of National Book Award Finalist and Newbery Honor book", "The Underneath", "\"What a writer! What a setting! So many gorgeous sentences! I loved it. The enchantment of a tender, empowering friendship builds so softly, so gradually, and with so much force that, before you realize what's happened, you've gone over the edge and there's no turning back. A coming of age tale combined with an ageless fantasy. Wise and sweet, sharp and dear, a poem of a story. \" -Karen Romano Young, author of", "Hundred Percent", "and", "Doodlebug", "\"What a writer! What a setting! So many gorgeous sentences! I loved it. The enchantment of a tender, empowering friendship builds so softly, so gradually, and with so much force that, before you realize what's happened, you've gone over the edge and there's no turning back. A coming of age tale combined with an ageless fantasy. Wise and sweet, sharp and dear, a poem of a story. \" -Karen Romano Young, author of", "Hundred Percent", "and", "Doodlebug", "\"Sometimes, when I've gotten too bogged down with churning through books and reviews, I get a little disenchanted with reading. I forget the magical feeling that comes with losing myself in a good book. But then I read something like The Language of Spells and I remember all over again.\" --Reading Till Dawn\"Sometimes, when I've gotten too bogged down with churning through books and reviews, I get a little disenchanted with reading. I forget the magical feeling that comes with losing myself in a good book. But then I read something like The Language of Spells and I remember all over again.\" --Reading Till Dawn\"Young readers will gravitate to Grisha and Maggie, and, sadly, smile at the book's poignant ending.\" -", "VOYA", "\"Young readers will gravitate to Grisha and Maggie, and, sadly, smile at the book's poignant ending.\" -", "VOYA", "\"An extraordinary tale that meshes real historical events with a winning cast of magical creatures... an ideal read-aloud that fantasy lovers of all ages can enjoy.\" --", "BookPage", "\"An extraordinary tale that meshes real historical events with a winning cast of magical creatures... an ideal read-aloud that fantasy lovers of all ages can enjoy.\" --", "BookPage", "\"A lovely, gentle book with a bittersweet ending\" --Kid Lit Geek\"A lovely, gentle book with a bittersweet ending\" --Kid Lit Geek\"", "The Language of Spells", "is so many wonderful things, I don't even know where to start.\" —", "Books4YourKids", "\"", "The Language of Spells", "is so many wonderful things, I don't even know where to start.\" —", "Books4YourKids", "\"Reminds readers that there might be magic all around us, even if we cannot see it.\" -School Library Journal\"Reminds readers that there might be magic all around us, even if we cannot see it.\" -School Library Journal\"Extraordinary-not to be missed.\" -Kirkus Reviews, starred review\"Extraordinary-not to be missed.\" -Kirkus Reviews, starred review\"Offers eccentric charm, sweetness, life lessons, Latin, and more than a bit of heartbreak.\" —", "Common Sense Media", "\"Offers eccentric charm, sweetness, life lessons, Latin, and more than a bit of heartbreak.\" —", "Common Sense Media", "\"A magical tale of marvels and a marvelous tale of magic.", "The Language of Spells", "reads-and feels-like a classic of children's literature.\" -Adam Gidwitz, Newbery Honor-winning author of", "The Inquisitor's Tale", "and", "A Tale Dark and Grimm", "\"A magical tale of marvels and a marvelous tale of magic.", "The Language of Spells", "reads-and feels-like a classic of children's literature.\" -Adam Gidwitz, Newbery Honor-winning author of", "The Inquisitor's Tale", "and", "A Tale Dark and Grimm", "\"An affecting, melancholy story that asks intriguing questions about the costs of power.\" - Publishers Weekly\"An affecting, melancholy story that asks intriguing questions about the costs of power.\" - Publishers Weekly\"Lovely and lyrical.. extraordinary piece on grace and, finally, love.\" - Booklist, starred review\"Lovely and lyrical.. extraordinary piece on grace and, finally, love.\" - Booklist, starred review\"A friendship between a child named Maggie and a dragon named Grisha is at the heart of this transportive, adventure-filled book about magic, connection, and shared history.\"--", "Southern Living", "\"A friendship between a child named Maggie and a dragon named Grisha is at the heart of this transportive, adventure-filled book about magic, connection, and shared history.\"--", "Southern Living", "\"I loved this world, it was wonderfully whimsical and sometimes very sad, and it just blew me away.\" --Cover2Cover\"I loved this world, it was wonderfully whimsical and sometimes very sad, and it just blew me away.\" --Cover2Cover\"If you've never believed in magic, this spellbinding adventure may change your mind.\" —", "The Mercury News", "\"If you've never believed in magic, this spellbinding adventure may change your mind.\" —", "The Mercury News", "About the Author", "Garret Weyr is the author of 6 novels, some of which have been banned, translated into a multitude of languages, and included in college curricula. She grew up in New York City and now lives in California.Katie Harnett was the recipient of the Bologna Children's Book Fair Ars in Fabula Grant Award in 2015, and her work has twice been selected to be exhibited in the Illustrators Exhibition at the Bologna Children's Book Fair. She lives in the UK.", "Read more" ]

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[ "Books", "Children's Books", "Growing Up & Facts of Life" ]

[ "Superbly tense and oozing with atmosphere, Anna Downes's debut,", "The Safe Place", ", is the perfect summer suspense, with the modern gothic feel of Ruth Ware and the morally complex family dynamics of Lisa Jewell.", "Welcome to paradise...will you ever be able to leave?", "Emily is a mess.", "Emily Proudman just lost her acting agent, her job, and her apartment in one miserable day.", "Emily is desperate.", "Scott Denny, a successful and charismatic CEO, has a problem that neither his business acumen nor vast wealth can fix. Until he meets Emily.", "Emily is perfect.", "Scott offers Emily a summer job as a housekeeper on his remote, beautiful French estate. Enchanted by his lovely wife Nina, and his eccentric young daughter, Aurelia, Emily falls headlong into this oasis of wine-soaked days by the pool. But soon Emily realizes that Scott and Nina are hiding dangerous secrets, and if she doesn't play along, the consequences could be deadly." ]

[ "Review", "A July 2020 Indie Next Pick!", "A PopSugar \"Best New Book of July 2020\"", "One of Travel + Leisure's \"20 Most Anticipated Books of Summer 2020\"", "One of Ms. Career Girls's \"Summer Releases for Your TBR List\"", "One of Parade's \"", "New Thrillers and Mysteries You Won't Stop Thinking About This Summer \"", "A Frolic \"Most Anticipated Book of Summer 2020\"", "One of \"The Most Anticipated Books of Summer\" on Getaway House", "A \"Most Anticipated Crime Book of Summer\" on Crime Reads", "One of the \"Best new Books to Read This Summer\" from She Knows", "A She Reads \"Summer's Hottest Thrillers\"", "A", "South Florida Sun-Sentinel", "\"Best of the Year\" Pick", "“[Downes is] skilled at ratcheting up the tension and conveying Emily’s sense of thrumming unease . . . an unusual and thrilling narrative.”―", "The New York Times", "“Downes keeps the sense of foreboding building . . . Emily is a compelling character who arrives in France scatterbrained and immature but find the inner strength to save herself.”―", "The Washington Post", "“Downes imbues", "The Safe Place", "with a strong sense of the gothic, keeping the suspense high and the tension in the Querencia household palpable. Surrounded by decay, Emily proves her mettle as her maturation and emotional growth enhance the solid plot with its myriad surprises and twists.", "The Safe Place", "delivers a deliciously creepy debut.”―", "South Florida Sun-Sentinel", "“Secrets are laid bare, and the novel moves toward a conclusion that melds sorrow with satisfaction, ruin with redemption. She does so with evocative and insightful prose, striking characters and a plot that’s astute, addictive and alarming. Downes, who draws on her past for elements of", "The Safe Place", ", shows great promise and creates equally great expectations.”―", "The Free Lance-Star", "“The perfect summer mystery read.”―PopSugar“I absolutely devoured", "The Safe Place", ", and lived and breathed every second. The images Anna Downes creates are so vivid and real that I was transported between Soho and France in the flick of an eye. I had no idea where it was going; I just knew I had to hold onto Emily’s coattails and go along for the ride. This one is going to fly!", "If you love a suspense thriller with a punch, I’d highly recommend", "The Safe Place", ".", "”―Sandie Jones,", "New York Times", "bestselling author of", "The Other Woman", "“[A] mix of romantic escapism and gothic menace. Ruth Ware fans may want to check this one out.”―", "Publishers Weekly", "“Downes' debut novel is a slow burn of a story with Emily picking up on snippets of conversations as a breadcrumb trail leads her to an astounding conclusion. A great read for those looking for a side of mystery with their women's fiction.”―", "Booklist", "“A riveting review.”―SheKnows \"Best Summer Books of 2020\"“", "The Safe Place", "is such a rare thing―", "a claustrophobic, addictive thriller", "that lets you actually feel for all of the characters involved.", "Anna Downes has such skill in combining the heart-in-mouth feeling that everything is building to a disaster with genuine emotion", ". I was right behind her as she chose this big change in her life, and in a strange way, right behind Scott and Nina, too, whose stories were heartbreaking.”―Gytha Lodge, bestselling author of", "She Lies in Wait", "“", "The Safe Place", "is", "a brilliantly atmospheric novel that keeps you equally gripped and unsettled from page one", ". Starkly original and with an alarmingly plausible premise, this is", "destined to be a bestseller.", "”―J.P. Pomare, bestselling author of", "Call Me Evie", "\"", "The Safe Place", "is", "compellingly disturbing", ". Anna Downes is a powerful story writer who will lull you into a false sense of security―and then pounce.", "An author to be watched.", "\"―Jane Corry, bestselling author of", "My Husband’s Wife", "and", "I Made a Mistake", "“", "The Safe Place", "is", "a dark and wonderful debut", "that lulls you in with beautiful prose and complex, believable characters, then beats you over the head with a killer plot and a thrilling climax. It’s the kind of book you race through as quickly as you can so you can start it again.", "Everyone will be talking about this book!", "”―Christian White, internationally bestselling author of", "The Nowhere Child", "and", "The Wife and the Widow", "“The tension ratchets up and up in this", "beautifully paced thriller", "―", "an outstanding debut", ", populated by complex and sympathetic characters. You’ll be thinking about them long after you’ve finished reading.", "Destined to be a book club favorite.", "”―Chris Hammer, international bestselling author of", "Scrublands", "“I loved", "The Safe Place . . .", "it was", "tense and atmospheric", "with the seemingly idyllic yet eerie setting.", "A truly gripping read.", "”―Karen Hamilton, author of", "The Perfect Girlfriend", "“I could just close my eyes and float away reading this book. I tore through this one and was as blindsided as Emily was when the truth came out. Downes did a fabulous job of sucking me right into this perfect little world and left me wanting more. This was my first book by this author and I’ll absolutely be back for more!”―We Are Bookish“Gripping, satisfying and also promising first suspense novel. Psychological suspense, really, but in a setting where we expect a “gothic romance”―isolated house, mysterious owner, troubled child needing care. . . . But a larger cast than that, and characters that, even though we are in close point of view with each in turn, continue to surprise us.”―", "Shawangunk Journal", "“It all adds up to an intriguing and addictive read. A real page turner; I couldn't put the book down once the secrets began to be unveiled.”―The AU Review.com\"Anna Downes’ debut places her firmly as a new player on the psychological thriller playing field! I can’t wait to see what she does next. With her strength for characters, structure, and pacing, I am definitely all in on it!\"―Novel Lives\"All the stars! An incredible debut from a new voice in suspense fiction, this was a tension-building and atmospheric read.\"―The Reading Beauty", "About the Author", "ANNA DOWNES was born and raised in Sheffield, UK, but now lives just north of Sydney, Australia with her husband and two children. She worked as an actress before turning her attention to writing and appeared in BBC TV shows such as", "Eastenders", ",", "Casualty", ",", "Holby City,", "and", "Dalziel and Pascoe", ", as well as a long-running stage production of \"The Dresser\" in London's West End. She has degrees from both Manchester University (Drama) and RADA (Acting). She has been published in the Zodiac Literary Review, shortlisted for the Sydney Writers Room Short Story Prize and longlisted for the Margaret River Short Story Competition.", "The Safe Place", "was inspired by Anna’s experiences working as a live-in housekeeper on a remote French estate in 2009-10." ]

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[ "Books", "Mystery, Thriller & Suspense", "Thrillers & Suspense" ]

[ "With the addition of Ceres and Eris to our solar system, every library, school, and space-gazing, mythology-loving kid needs an updated look at the planets and the gods they represent. The Planet Gods is that volume: a new, reliable guide to the exciting recent developments in the world of astronomy from the experts here on planet Earth. Distinguished astronomer and writer Dr. Jacqueline Mitton takes us on a fascinating tour of the planets of our Solar System, taking into account all the latest reclassifications of the heavens. A lyrical, poetic text explores the features of the planets and compares them to the gods of old who are their namesakes. Though many of the planets were named long before we had good scientific information about them, Mitton draws readers attention to some amazing coincidences. The veiled goddess Venus lends her name to a cloud-shrouded planet. The blue, stormy planet Neptune is named for the god of the sea. The Planet Gods brings together for the first time the myths and truths of space science. Christina Balit’s sparkling magical illustrations, highlighted with metallic ink, make this a fantastic gift book, which will enthrall children of all ages." ]

[ "About the Author", "Dr. Jacqueline Mitton holds an M.A. in physics from the University of Oxford and a Ph.D. in astrophysics from the University of Cambridge. She works as a Public Relations Officer for the Royal Astronomical Society in England. She is the author of several books for children including Zoo in the Sky: A Book of Animal Constellations. Asteroid 4027 was named Mitton for Dr. Mitton and her husband, astronomer Simon Mitton. She lives in England." ]

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[ "Books", "Children's Books", "Science, Nature & How It Works" ]

[ "In her third and final diary, by Mary Pope Osborne, Ginny continues to face rapidly changing times in the aftermath of the Civil War.Virginia Dickens continues to chronicle the aftermath of the Civil War, as she and her family move their lives from Washington, D.C. to New York City. Throughout the times of difficulty and joy, Ginny is always courageous and sweet." ]

[ "From School Library Journal", "Grade 3-6--In this third installment of Virginia's diary, the war has just ended and the Dickens family moves to New York City. Pa is a musician, but has difficulty finding jobs until he takes in music students. Virginia helps out with her baby nephew, but later gets a job as a dresser for the actresses at a theater. This opens up the world of plays and words to the 11-year-old and helps support her family's modest income. This diary provides a glimpse into the post-Civil War period, as seen through one family's experience. Virginia seems a little bit too mature for her age, exhibiting a sophisticated grasp of political events and even of the plays of William Shakespeare. However, readers who have followed her through the first two books will enjoy the continuation of her story. A first-rate historical note, which includes black-and-white illustrations, puts the time period into context.--Kristen Oravec, Cuyahoga County Public Library, Strongsville, OH Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved." ]

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[ "Books", "Children's Books", "Literature & Fiction" ]

[ "Like magic, these succinct poems reveal multiple realities", "Rae Armantrout has always taken pleasure in uncertainties and conundrums, the tricky nuances of language and feeling. In", "Conjure", "that pleasure is matched by dread; fascination meets fear as the poet considers the emergence of new life (twin granddaughters) into an increasingly toxic world: the Amazon smolders, children are caged or die crossing rivers and oceans, and weddings make convenient targets for drone strikes. These poems explore the restless border between self and non-self and ask us to look with new eyes at what we're doing.CAREDress like you care!Eat like you care!Care like you care!You don't thinkapples just grow on trees,do you? *A fish taps a clamagainst a bony knobof coralto crack its shell –which demonstrates intelligenceyes, butis the fishpleased with itself? *Alone in your crib,you form syllables.Are you happy when oneis like another?Add yourselfto yourself.Now you have someone" ]

[ "Review", "\"In this volume, Armantrout addresses topics familiar from her earlier work: the nature of consciousness, aging, the looming ecological crisis, the vacuousness of much of what passes for public discourse.\"―Simon Collings,", "Stride Magazine", "\"", "Conjure", "offers a magic of its own, with sometimes sly and always unforgettable juxtapositions of the minute and the exceptional, elevated by the intellect, flair, and confidence of a poet at the top of her game.\"―Mandana Chaffa,", "Ploughshares", "\"Unsettling, slippery intimations move just below the surface of Rae Armantrout's enigmatic and unforgettable new collection of poems. For the record, Rae Armantrout is my favourite living poet.\"―Nick Cave", "About the Author", "RAE ARMANTROUT is the Pulitzer Prize winning author of fifteen books of poetry. She has published ten books with Wesleyan University Press, including", "Wobble", ",", "Entanglements", ",", "Partly", ", and", "Versed", ". She lives in Everett, Washington." ]

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[ "Books", "Literature & Fiction", "Poetry" ]

[ "The future is female, as they say. Apparently, so is the past. History shows us that as movements are born, they very often involve the voices and leadership of women who work hard to establish new energy and efforts to make our shared human existence more kind and equitable. As movements turn into institutions, however, the voices and leadership of women are increasingly suppressed. It is profound, then, to remember that with the Magnificat, Mary's song, it is the voice of a woman that issues a mandate challenging the powers that oppress, divide, and harm; her words are the very foundation of the work and witness of Jesus Christ in the world." ]

[ "Review", "The Rev. Dr. Leah Grundset Davis has written a wonderful book inviting readers to take a more profound look at the Magnificat in association with the stories of several Alliance of Baptists' women clergy in their ministry journeys. As Mary offered praise for her calling, so do these Alliance clergy women for their callings. As this book is read and the inspired lessons offer an opportunity for introspection for many women, let us also encourage male colleagues, family members, and friends to join the discussion, praises, and support of women in ministry.--The Rev. Sheila Sholes-Ross, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church, Pittsfield, Massachusetts", "When I was a young Baptist trying to embody both a call to ministry in all its messiness,", "Believe the Women", "is the book I needed. With careful attention to theological scholarship and personal narrative, Leah Grundset Davis provides not only hope of women's place in the Baptist story, particularly the Alliance of Baptists' story, but courage for any who hear the stirrings of the Divine.--Rev. Elizabeth Hagan, Author of", "Birthed: Finding Grace through Infertility", "and Pastor of Palisades Community Church, Washington, D.C.", "Believe the Women", "celebrates the power and brilliance of sisterhood by interweaving the stories of ordained Alliance/Baptist clergy women with Mary's song. Leah Grundset Davis centers the Magnificat and testifies to the ways in which women have used their voices to challenge and change the narrative in every aspect of society, especially in the Church. This is the book that I desperately needed as a young Baptist woman seminarian in search of my voice and examples of women leaders in Scripture and ministry.--Rev. Dr. Theresa S. Thames, Associate Dean of Religious Life and the Chapel, Princeton University, Princeton, New Jersey", "Rev. Dr. Grundset Davis has crafted a powerful, reflective work that is a gift both to pastor and congregant alike. She leads us step by step on the Advent journey by engaging Mary's ancient Magnificat liberation song. But just as importantly, she also has lifted up the stories of the brave women clergy who are our trailblazers in the Alliance of Baptists and allowed us to hear their songs as well. May we all sing along, to the glory of God's beloved community.--Rev. Michelle Nickens, Pastor, Washington Plaza Baptist Church, Reston, Virginia", "Thanks be to God for the voices of women who have sung and continue to sing newness, justice, and love into reality even when unbelieved. Thanks be to God for the space for women's voices the Alliance of Baptists has provided since its inception. And thanks to Leah Grundset Davis for challenging the church to listen and believe the passionate proclamation and witness of the women in the church in the world today!--Rev. Paula Clayton Dempsey, Director for Partnership Relations, Alliance of Baptists", "From the founding spark--the freedom to call those gifted for pastoral leadership,", "male or female", "--Leah Grundset Davis has chronicled in these pages the subsequent rise to brilliant flame of Alliance women's prophetic and pastoral voices; in the Apostle Paul's words, \"a power at work within us able to accomplish abundantly far more than we could imagine.\" We rejoice and give thanks.--Rev. Dr. Mahan Siler, a founder of The Alliance of Baptists, former pastor at Pullen Memorial Baptist Church, Raleigh, North Carolina and Ravensworth Baptist Church, Annandale, Virginia" ]

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[ "Books", "Christian Books & Bibles", "Ministry & Evangelism" ]

[ "Hal Lindsey, the father of modern-day Bible prophecy, contends that he has cracked the \"Apocalypse Code\" revealing long-hidden messages about man's future and the fate of the earth as prediced by the biblical prophet Daniel." ]

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[ "When I See Your Face by Laurie Paige released on Jun 22, 2001 is available now for purchase." ]

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[ "Books", "Romance", "Contemporary" ]

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[ "Books", "Foreign Language Books", "French" ]

[ "The Principle of Simultaneity is a scientific breakthrough which will revolutionize interstellar civilization by making possible instantaneous communication. It is the life work of Shevek, a brilliant physicist from the arid anarchist world of Anarres. But Shevek's work is being stifled by jealous colleagues, so he travels to Anarres's sister-planet Urras, hoping to find more liberty and tolerance there. But he soon finds himself being used as a pawn in a deadly political game." ]

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[ "Books", "Literature & Fiction", "Literary" ]

[ "From Hell to Home: The Final Vietnam Story", "By: DJ Power", "After a failed mission in Vietnam, Marine and expert marksman Jim Coleman wakes up in a body bag, having survived a nearly fatal bullet to the head.", "From Hell to Home", "follows this soldier's journey of recovery, grief, and duty as he struggles with the morality of battle and comes to terms with everything the war has taken from him.", "About the Book", "DJ Power is a native of Boston, Massachusetts. He has held many titles throughout his life: businessman, entrepreneur, husband, father, but most importantly, Marine. He proudly served his country with two years of duty in South Vietnam. After retiring from the Marines, Power worked for American Airlines for fifteen years." ]

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[ "Books", "Literature & Fiction", "Genre Fiction" ]

[ "Brenda Ashford is the quintessential British nanny. Prim and proper, gentle and kind, she seems to have stepped straight out of", "Mary Poppins", ". For more than six decades Nanny Brenda swaddled, diapered, dressed, played with, sang to, cooked for, and looked after more than one hundred children. From the pampered sons and daughters of lords ensconced in their grand estates to the children of tough war evacuees in London’s East End, Brenda has taught countless little ones to be happy, healthy, and thoroughly well bred. In this delightful memoir, Brenda shares her endearing, amusing, and sometimes downright bizarre experiences turning generations of children into successful adults.From the moment Brenda first held her baby brother David she was hooked. She became a second mother to him, changing his nappies, reading him stories, and giving him all the love her warm heart contained. Knowing a career caring for children was her calling in life, Brenda attended London’s prestigious Norland College, famous for producing top-notch nannies. It was a sign of privilege and good taste for the children of the well-to-do to be seen being pushed in their Silver Cross prams by Norland nannies, who were recognizable by their crisp, starched black uniforms with white bib collars, and their flowing black capes lined with red silk. And what skills were these trainees tested on daily? Lullaby singing, storytelling, pram shining, bed making, all forms of sewing, cooking simple meals, and dispensing first aid—including knowing the best way to help the medicine go down.In", "A Spoonful of Sugar", ", Brenda recalls her years at Norland and her experiences during the war (after all, even if bombs are dropping, there’s no reason to let standards slip), and recounts in lovely detail a life devoted to the care of other people’s children.Sprinkled throughout with pearls of wisdom (you can never give children too much love, and you should learn how to sew a button, for goodness’ sake), this delightful memoir from Britain’s oldest living nanny is", "practically perfect in every way", "." ]

[ "From", "Booklist", "For readers accustomed to nanny exposés filled with snark, gossip, and bad behavior, Ashford’s memoir will indeed go down like a spoonful of sugar. The reference to Mary Poppins is apt, as Ashford, who trained as a nanny in the 1930s, is very much a character from another era. During 62 years of service to scores of British families, Ashford, now in her nineties, maintained an unflagging belief in establishing routine, setting a good example, and teaching proper manners. Though she chronicles the major social upheavals of her time—WWII, the sexual revolution, women’s liberation—Ashford is more witness than participant; everything else changes, but she remains the same. Outside of a failed romance or two, her world is confined to the nursery: babies and toddlers, changing nappies and giving cuddles. It’s a solitary and frequently lonely life, but in typical “stiff-upper-lip” fashion, she continually assures readers she’s happy with her lot. Ashford doesn’t offer much self-reflection, instead presenting a fascinating look at the evolution of child-rearing practices, for better or worse. --Patty Wetli", "Review", "\"Reflecting on her 62 years as a nanny, Ashford presents a delightful compilation of memories, child care tips and insights from a radically different time and place...Ashford recounts a life filled with love, devotion and hard work - a snapping good story by a true British treasure.\"--", "Kirkus Reviews", "\"For anglophiles and", "Downton Abbey", "fans, a memoir of 62 years of nannying.\"", "--The New York Times", "About the Author", "Brenda Ashford is a graduate of Norland College, a world-famous institute for British nannies. For sixty-two years, she cared for more than one hundred children, making her Britain’s longest-serving nanny. She lives outside London.", "Read more" ]

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[ "Books", "Biographies & Memoirs", "Community & Culture" ]

[ "Every single morning, rain or shine, Max and his grandfather have adventures that start from the moment Max opens his eyes. From getting out of bed, to drinking a bottle, the morning is jam-packed before even leaving the house. These two have never met a stranger, which includes waving hello to construction workers, delivery men and women, and of course, every dog they pass along the way. Come along for the adventure!", "About the Authors", "Mollie Tunitsky is having her own morning, afternoon, and evening adventures with her two children, Lilly and Max, and her husband Eugene in Houston, Texas.", "Cantor Vadim Tunitsky has been bringing joy with his music to the Houston community for 26 years. He lives in Houston, Texas with his wife, only minutes away from his three grandchildren who bring him the utmost joy.", "Irene Sheytman loves to paint, especially in watercolor. She enjoys mastering new techniques and materials and is inspired by what she sees through traveling. Most of all, she loves her family!" ]

[ "About the Author", "Mollie Tunitsky is having her own morning, afternoon, and evening adventures with her two children, Lilly and Max, and her husband Eugene in Houston, Texas.Cantor Vadim Tunitsky has been bringing joy with his music to the Houston community for 26 years. He lives in Houston, Texas with his wife, only minutes away from his three grandchildren who bring him the utmost joy.Irene Sheytman loves to paint, especially in watercolor. She enjoys mastering new techniques and materials and is inspired by what she sees through traveling. Most of all, she loves her family!" ]

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[ "Books", "Children's Books" ]

[ "Moon Spotlight Michigan€™s Traverse Bays and Mackinac Island is an 80-page compact guide covering the best of northern Michigan, including Traverse City, the Leelanau Peninsula, Petoskey, and Cheboygan. Moon Michigan author Laura Martone offers her firsthand advice on must-see attractions, and includes maps with sightseeing highlights so you can make the most of your time. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on entertainment, shopping, recreation, accommodations, food, and transportation, making navigating this popular vacation area uncomplicated and enjoyable." ]

[ "About the Author", "A native of New Orleans, Laura Martone has been an avid traveler since childhood. Growing up, she and her mother would often take long road trips to fascinating U.S. landmarks, such as the Rocky Mountains and Monticello. After graduating from Northwestern University in 1998 with a dual degree in English and Radio/TV/Film, Laura continued to explore America with her husband, Daniel. Equally fond of cultural and natural wonders, she has a particular affinity for the state of Michigan, where she spends her summers.Laura first traveled to the Great Lakes State in 2000 to visit her husband's family, and has experienced a lot of this incredibly diverse locale ever since. Over the years, she's searched for Petoskey stones along the shores of Lake Superior, picked wild blueberries in the woods of the Lower Peninsula, toured an active GM truck plant in the Flint area, and attended the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City—and she's not done yet. When not in Michigan, Laura divides her time between New Orleans and Los Angeles, where she operates two film festivals with her husband. She's contributed articles to", "MotorHome,", "Route 66 Magazine, RV Journal,", "and", "The Ecotourism Observer.", "In addition, she's written and edited several other guidebooks, including", "Moon Baja RV Camping." ]

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[ "Books", "Travel", "United States" ]

[ "AN INDIE NEXT PICK!Jennifer E. Smith meets", "The Fangirl's Guide to the Galaxy", "in Lily Anderson's", "Not Now, Not Ever", ", a deliciously nerdy companion to", "The Only Thing Worse than Me Is You", "ONE OF", "Paste", "'s BEST YOUNG ADULT BOOKS IN NOVEMEBER 2017", "\"A wonderful book.\" ―", "School Library Journal", "Elliot Gabaroche is very clear on what she isn't going to do this summer. 1. She isn't going to stay home in Sacramento, where she'd have to sit through her stepmother's sixth community theater production of", "The Importance of Being Earnest", ".2. She isn't going to mock trial camp at UCLA.3. And she certainly isn't going to the Air Force summer program on her mom's base in Colorado Springs. As cool as it would be to live-action-role-play", "Ender's Game", ", Ellie's seen three generations of her family go through USAF boot camp up close, and she knows that it's much less Luke/Yoda/\"feel the force,\" and much more one hundred push-ups on three days of no sleep. And that just isn't appealing, no matter how many Xenomorphs from", "Alien", "she'd be able to defeat afterwards.What she", "is", "going to do is pack up her determination, her favorite Octavia Butler novels, and her Jordans, and run away to summer camp. Specifically, a cutthroat academic-decathlon-like competition for a full scholarship to Rayevich College―the only college with a Science Fiction Literature program, and her dream school. She’s also going to start over as Ever Lawrence: a new name for her new beginning. She’s even excited spend her summer with the other nerds and weirdos in the completion, like her socially-awkward roommate with neon-yellow hair, and a boy who seriously writes on a typewriter and is way cuter than is comfortable or acceptable.The only problem with her excellent plan to secretly win the scholarship and a ticket to her future: her golden-child, super-genius cousin Isaiah has had the same idea, and has shown up at Rayevich smugly ready to steal her dreams and expose her fraud in the process.This summer’s going to be great." ]

[ "From School Library Journal", "Gr 8 Up—Elliot \"Ever\" Gabaroche Lawrence is a science fiction—loving, Oscar Wilde—quoting, running machine. Unlike most 17-year-olds, she has definite ideas about her future after high school. Unfortunately, those plans don't coincide with her mother's Air Force academy, or her father's law school intensive dreams. Elliot decides to risk the ire of both parents to seize her one chance at charting her own course. She signs up to compete in the Melee at Rayevich College. The Melee is an academic boot camp competition that pits genius against genius in a trial that will test their mental and physical capabilities. The winner of the Melee wins a scholarship to Rayevich College, which is the one school that would allow Elliot to fully explore her love of science fiction literature. Elliot must navigate the sabotage attempts of her fellow boot campers, an unexpected familial complication, a new love, and the plans of her parents in her effort to win her prize. This is wonderful book that explores the desire to be loyal to family and to create a space that belongs solely to oneself. Ever's is a fresh and welcome voice that unashamedly embraces her geekiness. The follow-up to the author's The Only Thing Worse than Me Is You is inspired by The Importance of Being Earnest and gives teens permission to simply be themselves. VERDICT This is an engaging title that would make an excellent addition to school and public libraries.—Desiree Thomas, Worthington Library, OH", "Review", "Praise for", "Not Now, Not Ever", ":\"Why You’ll Love It: Anderson’s debut novel,", "The Only Things Worse Than Me Is You", ", was one of Paste’s best YA novels of 2016. It draws inspiration from", "Much Ado About Nothing", ", and now Anderson’s new book takes a page from", "The Importance of Being Earnest", ". Because", "Anderson knows book lovers adore classic retellings.", "\" ―", "Paste", ", \"10 of the Best New Young Adult Books in November 2017\"“", "Witty, romantic, and exuberantly geeky", ", Lily Anderson’s clever teen tribute to", "The Importance of Being Earnest", "is delightful. Readers will be wooed by sci-fi fangirl Elliot’s compelling struggle to remake her identity while discovering how to be true to herself. Brimming with a cast of standout characters and spot-on family dynamics, this is", "a flat-out joy of a book.", "Oscar Wilde would applaud―I certainly did! Bravo!” ―Jenn Bennett, author of", "The Anatomical Shape of a Heart", "and", "Alex, Approximately", "\"", "Not Now, Not Ever", "is", "a smart, sexy, nerdy love story", "that would have delighted Oscar Wilde. Once again, Lily Anderson has reinvented a beloved classic with contemporary friends, fears, and fandoms, nailing humor with intelligence and heart.\" ―Cori McCarthy, author of You Were Here and Breaking Sky\"Extremely entertaining…", "Elliot [is] one of the most charismatic heroine sin recent memory", ".” ―", "RT Reviews", "(4 stars)“This is", "a wonderful book", "that explores the desire to be loyal to family and to create a space that belongs solely to oneself. Ever’s is a fresh and welcome voice that unashamedly embraces her geekiness.” ―", "School Library Journal", "“Smart, strong, and confident, Ever is a likable protagonist...and fans of", "The Only Thing Worse Than Me Is You", "will joyfully greet the return of major characters.", "Good geeky fun.", "” ―", "Kirkus", "“Fans of Anderson’s debut novel,", "The Only Thing Worse than Me Is You", ", will recognize some characters and delight in the steady flow of witty banter and sci-fi references.” ―", "Booklist", "Praise for", "The Only Thing Worse than Me Is You", ":“A geeky Shakespearean retelling that tosses Much Ado About Nothing into a comic book store. The result is", "a hilarious contemporary romance", "that pays tribute to everything in the geek canon, from", "Firefly", "to", "Doctor Who", ".” ―", "Paste", ", “The 16 Best Young Adult Books of 2016 (So Far)”“There’s a lot to enjoy in debut novelist Anderson’s geek-positive update of", "Much Ado About Nothing", ", including...", "an epic love-hate relationship.", "Readers familiar with the Shakespeare will enjoy Anderson’s riffs on the original’s plot points as Trixie and Ben get their nerdily-ever-after ending.” ―", "Publishers Weekly", "\"", "This book is the geeky best friend you've always wanted.", "A hilarious, heartfelt book that treats pop culture and Shakespeare with the same reverence and adoration,", "The Only Thing Worse than Me Is You", "a perfect geeky read that I wish I'd had in high school.” ―Eric Smith, blogger and author of", "The Geek’s Guide to Dating", "“Full of modern-day fandoms, such as", "Doctor Who, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Star Wars", "and Marvel comics... [and with]", "lovable, relatable,and realistic characters...that fans of Rainbow Rowell's", "Eleanor & Park", "or", "Fangirl", "will enjoy.", "” ―", "School Library Journal", "“The adaptation is spot on, the witty banter is quoteworthy...", "brain candy for the brainy crowd.", "” ―", "The Bulletin for the Center for Children’s Books", "About the Author", "Lily Anderson", "is the author of several novels for young adults including", "The Only Thing Worse Than Me Is You, Not Now Not Ever,", "and", "Undead Girl Gang", ". A former school librarian, she is deeply devoted to Shakespeare, fairy tales, and podcasts. Somewhere in Northern California, she is having strong opinions on musical theater.", "Read more" ]

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[ "Books", "Teen & Young Adult", "Literature & Fiction" ]

[ "Where passion lives...", "The Maine air was bitter cold and frigid as Dr. Miranda Jones returned to the family home after a busy lecture tour. But her blood turned to ice when, out of nowhere, she felt a knife held against her throat. The unseen assailant stole her bags, slashed her tires . . . and disappeared. Shaken and bruised, Miranda was nonetheless determined to put the assault quickly out of her mind. Then comes a distraction in the form of a summons to Italy to verify the authenticity of a valuable Renaissance bronze of a Medici courtesan known as \"The Dark Lady.\" However, instead of cementing Miranda's position as the leading expert in her field, the job unexpectedly nearly destroys it when her professional judgment is called into question. Emotionally estranged from her mother, her brother immersed in his own troubles-and a bottle-Miranda, desperate to restore her reputation, has no one to turn to . . . except Ryan Boldari, a seductive art thief whose own agenda forces them into a reluctant and uneasy alliance. Now, it has become frighteningly clear that the incident that day in Maine was not a simple mugging, and that \"The Dark Lady\" may possess as many secrets as its beautiful namesake once did. For Miranda, forced to rely on herself-and an enigmatic partner who offers her suspicion and an intoxicating passion-the only way home is filled with treachery, deception, and a danger that threatens them all." ]

[ "Amazon.com Review", "Roberts returns with the customary combo of romance and intrigue in", "Homeport", ", the tale of a lovelorn Ph.D. trying to save her reputation as well as her life. Dr. Miranda Jones, who specializes in authenticating Renaissance art, is called to Italy to verify", "The Dark Lady", ", a statue that may have been created by Michelangelo. When the sculpture turns out to be a fake, she is determined to find the original and gains the help of sexy art thief Ryan Boldari--who has plans to steal a bronze via Jones. However, his manipulative designs go awry when he falls for the brainy redhead and a dangerous killer begins to stalk them.", "About the Author", "Nora Roberts", "is the #1���", "New York Times", "-bestselling author of more than 200 novels. She is also the author of the bestselling���", "In Death", "���series written under the pen name J.D. Robb. There are more than 500 million copies of her books in print." ]

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[ "Books", "Literature & Fiction", "Contemporary" ]

[ "Confidently prepare for the Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP®) exam and excel on the job with help from the", "Lippincott Certification Review: Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner", ". Presented in an easy-to-read bulleted format, this all-inclusive guide covers all exam topics, from system-based pediatric disorders to family and psychological issues. Offering professional advice, test-taking strategies, and practice exams, this is the essential text no pediatric or acute care nurse should be without.", "You will ace the", "CPNP exam and grasp the fundamentals of acute care pediatric nursing with …", "More than 750 multiple-choice questions in exam format", "– 350+ end-of-chapter questions and two 200-question practice exams, with answers/explanations·", "Expert guidance on pediatric", "patient management - Current data and practice tools for diagnosing and managing complex acute, chronic, and critical pediatric conditions in inpatient and outpatient, emergency, and home care settings, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration·", "Full coverage of topics including:", "·", "System-based problems", "- Scientific background and practice guidelines for managing pediatric disorders, with each chapter addressing a different body system·", "Age-related information -", "Guidance on meeting the specific physiological and psychological needs of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults·", "Pediatric patient and family issues", "- Vital information on development, nutrition, and sleep; guidelines for family-centered care, transitional care, home care, and more·", "Professional issues", "- Current data on quality improvement, safety, diversity, and health policy; official guidance on certification, licensure, credentialing, documentation, billing, and more" ]

[ "About the Author", "Andrea Kline-Tilford MS, CPNP-AC/PC, FCCM", "is Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, certified in both primary and acute care. She has extensive experience as a nurse practitioner in pediatric critical care. She is a faculty member at Rush University in Chicago, Illinois, teaching in the Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner program.", "Cathy Haut", "is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in both pediatric critical care and pediatric primary care. Dr. Haut has a faculty position at the University of Maryland. She enjoys lecturing and publishing on pediatric acute care topics." ]

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[ "Books", "New, Used & Rental Textbooks", "Medicine & Health Sciences" ]

[ "The Rough Guide to the USA is your definitive state-by-state guidebook to this vast and fascinating country. Fully updated and revised, this guide highlights the ‘things-not-to-miss’ in the USA; whether you wish to watch a basketball in Chicago, explore Yellowstone’s National Park, view the towering Washington Monument or embark on a road trip through the USA! There are comprehensive insider reviews of all the best hotels and restaurants", "for every budget, with the best options of where to stay, eat, drink and shop in the USA, both on and off the beaten track. There is plenty of expert advice on a multitude of activities, from hiking in the Grand Canyon to experiencing New York City nightlife. The guide takes a detailed look at the USA’s history, culture and people and comes complete with maps, advice for road trips and plans for every region, state and major city.", "Make the most of your travels with The Rough Guide to the USA." ]

[ "About the Author", "Greg Ward", "is an established travel writer and expert on the islands of Hawaii. He has worked for Rough Guides since 1985. He is the author of", "The Rough Guide to Barcelona", "(with Steve Tallantyre),", "The Rough Guide to Brittany and Normandy", ", and", "The Rough Guide to Southwest USA", ". Visit him online at gregward.info.", "Samantha Cook", "was born in London and has lived in the city, give or take a few spells wandering the globe, all her life. She is coauthor of such titles as", "The Rough Guide to London", "and", "The Rough Guide to Vintage London", ". Cook has been involved with Rough Guides for more than ten years.", "Jeff Dickey", "is an established Rough Guide author and has contributed to eight different Rough Guides, including", "The Rough Guide to Los Angeles & Southern California", ",", "The Rough Guide to Washington, DC", ", and", "The Rough Guide to Seattle", ". Jeff is also an accomplished film and video writer and spent five years at the University of Southern California's film school in Los Angeles.", "Nick Edwards", "started exploring Greece independently while studying the Classics and modern Greek at Oxford, and went on to spend a decade living in Athens, teaching and traveling widely in Greece, where he first visited Corfu in 1983. Edwards is a long-standing Rough Guide author and is the author of", "The Rough Guide to San Francisco and the Bay Area", ", the coauthor of", "The Rough Guides' Athens Directions", "(with John Fisher), and a contributor to the Rough Guides to Greece and India.", "Rough Guides", "are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about—having either traveled extensively or lived there—and their expertise shines through on every page. It's priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides." ]

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[ "Books", "Travel", "Europe" ]

[ "Drawing on the words of his father and stories from his life, the son of the former president offers a new \"Contract with America,\" outlining a wealth of practical ideas to realize Ronald Reagan's conservative vision of America. 40,000 first printing." ]

[ "Amazon.com Review", "Popular talk-radio host Michael Reagan offers a political manifesto meant to update his father's philosophy for the 1990s. Much of it will make sense to conservatives who still wish", "Ronald Reagan", "occupied the White House. They will also appreciate the quotes and personal vignettes sprinkled throughout the text. The book lays out a detailed agenda, some of it bland (\"Get involved with your local school\"), but at times quite pointed (dismantle no-fault divorce laws, arm the Bosnian Muslims, etc.). Overall, it demonstrates that turning ideas into a reality requires the skills of a master politician, such as the one who sat in the Oval Office for most of the 1980s.", "From Kirkus Reviews", "Ronald Reagan's adoptive son offers a digressive tract that combines--not always effectively or gracefully--a celebration of his father's presidency, a neoconservative agenda for national renewal, score-settling asides on those he feels have done him wrong, and ad hominem attacks on Bill Clinton that might give the American Spectator pause. Drawing on his father's conceit (borrowed from Pilgrim John Winthrop) of an America that shows the rest of the world just how to create a paradise on earth, the San Diegobased radio talk-show host provides a cluttered blueprint for restoring the putatively lost glories of yesteryear when Reagan pŠre was cutting taxes, rearming the US military, jump-starting the domestic economy, and otherwise giving the country greater confidence in itself. His four-point program envisions realigning the roles played by mainstays of American society. By way of example, he would cut the federal budget and shrink government while reasserting national sovereignty. In like vein, the author urges that job-creating business be relieved of regulatory and tax burdens. He commends supporting civic and religious institutions that can take up the slack left by welfare reform and castigates government agencies at all levels for their paternalistic intrusions into the American family. At least as interested in tearing down as in building up, Reagan the Younger assails Clinton early and often, characterizing him as a slick (rather than great) communicator and the make-love- not-war president. Nor does the aggrieved author neglect to get even for slights he has suffered at the hands of Republican Party officials, Nancy Reagan (who on occasion has treated him, well, like a stepchild), and others. An odd sociopolitical amalgam, of interest mainly for the personal insights a lightweight son can provide on his world-class father, rather than its anti-Democrat invective or pro forma attempt to revive the Reagan Revolution. --", "Copyright ©1997, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved.", "Review", "As former President Ronald Reagan battles Alzheimer's disease, the battle over his legacy has dominated a now very divided Republican Party. In the new book", "The City on a Hill: Fulfilling Ronald Reagan's Vision for America", ", his son Michael Reagan has tried to define both the legacy and the man. It's both a call to political action and a personal portrait of one of America's most beloved leaders. --", "CHARLES GIBSON from an interview on ABC's Good Morning America, September 4, 1997", "Perhaps his son should have been expected to write a fawning book, but his biggest contribution to understanding Ronald Reagan is his few moments of candor. His father had never hugged him, Michael Reagan says, so finally, in 1991, he went up and hugged his father: \"I felt him tense up, and he was like, 'Whoa!' What's going on here....\" --", "The New York Times Book Review, Richard L. Berke", "Read more" ]

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[ "Books", "Politics & Social Sciences", "Politics & Government" ]

[ "The Duty and Destiny Series:", "By Andrew Wareham, the author of the highly acclaimed, 'A Poor Man at the Gate Series.'", "Please Note:", "The novels are best read in series order.The Duty and Destiny Series is a superbly-crafted family saga with a strong naval/seafaring theme. Set in the period of the French Revolutionary War (1793 – 1802). The series follows the naval career, loves and business dealings of Englishman, Frederick Harris, the son of a Hampshire landowner. He is a brave but reluctant mariner. Despite his disinclination, he is seemingly destined to become a Master and Commander of his own ship.", "Book Five - Fortune and Glory...", "The Revolutionary War is dragging to an untidy end. Britain, France, Russia, Austria and even the disintegrating Ottoman Empire are seeking to position themselves to take advantage of what is expected to be a short peace.The Balkans and the Eastern Mediterranean are in chaos, decomposing into a shambles that would demand the political skills of Machiavelli to resolve. Frederick Harris has been ordered to take his frigate into these waters to pursue British interests, whatever they might transpire to be.Prime Minister Pitt is losing power in London and his successors may disavow his policies while Russia, an ally of England, is considering turning to the French. Frederick finds it easy to enter the maelstrom of Near Eastern politics and warfare, but discovers it to be very dangerous to get out again.", "Published by The Electronic Book Company", "A New York Times Best-seller Listed Publisher", "www.theelectronicbookcompany.com" ]

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[ "Books", "Literature & Fiction", "Genre Fiction" ]

[ "Mary Ann Anderson's personal, easy-to-read style has made her books staples of LPN/LVN programs. In the new fourth edition of her engaging Caring for Older Adults Holistically, she gives her text a complete overhaul to more comprehensively address the needs of a burgeoning population of elderly who require a wide range of care from LPN/LVNs. All chapters have been revised and updated in light of Healthy People 2010 initiatives." ]

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[ "Books", "New, Used & Rental Textbooks", "Medicine & Health Sciences" ]

[ "Reading Power", "promotes reading comprehension with a wealth of effective strategies that help students think as they read. Teachers will learn how to engage students and create powerful opportunities for a more interactive, thoughtful reading experience that improves comprehension.", "Built around the strategies that proficient readers use – or “reading powers” - the book recognizes that teachers are implementing strategies from many sources and offers simple applications that can be incorporated in any classroom.", "The book is organized around five reading strategies or reading powers — Connect, Question, Visualize, Infer, and Transform. Each chapter includes:", "a song or chant to use in the classroom for each power;", "a song or chant to use in the classroom for each power;", "suggestions for introducing each reading power;", "suggestions for introducing each reading power;", "sequential lessons that incorporate teacher modeling, guided practice, and independent reading;", "sequential lessons that incorporate teacher modeling, guided practice, and independent reading;", "ready-to-copy pages that support the sequential lessons;", "ready-to-copy pages that support the sequential lessons;", "The book uses authentic children's literature and includes ideas for modeling demonstrations, encouraging practice, and nurturing independent reading. Extensive lists of children's books, organized around grades and reading power, with suggestions for assembling classroom book collections, are an important part of this practical book." ]

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[ "Books", "Education & Teaching", "Schools & Teaching" ]

[ "Unfinished Tales (Unicorn) Tolkien, J. R. R. and Tolkien, Christopher" ]

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[ "Books", "Literature & Fiction", "Short Stories & Anthologies" ]

[ "This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery." ]

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[ "Books", "History", "Americas" ]

[ "This textbook is based on a modified traditional model of structural and functional analysis. Underlying structures and various types of transformations are explained as needed. The analysis deals mainly with phrase and clause structures, including speech registers and questions of usage. Problems raised by discourse syntax are frequently pointed out. Hollerbach describes how the French language operates as a system, cohesive yet evolving. Numerous examples accompany and illustrate each step of explanation and analysis." ]

[ "Review", "...the best work yet available for use by the applied linguist and the language teacher. Thorough, accurate and comprehensive, it will be extremely useful in the classroom. -- O.W. Rolfe, The University of Montana...an excellent reference for teachers of upper division and graduate level French language courses. -- R. Vistica, Portland State UniversityOrganization is Hollerbach's strength, and he endeavors to make the book as user-friendly as possible....Each part (as well as each subpart) begins with a brief italicized summary of its contents, and the parts and subparts are then again subdivided, each clearly labeled. The text is also filled with a multitude of diagrams, charts, and useful, extensive cross-referencing. -- R. Vistica, Portland State University ―", "The French Review", "...thorough, accurate, and accessible to the nonlinguist, it recommends itself as a reference both to the advanced learner and to any instructor of French. The volume covers most problem areas at various levels from intermediate to advanced. -- Betsy K. Barnes, University of Minnesota, THE MODERN LANGUAGE JOURNAL", "...thorough, accurate, and accessible to the nonlinguist, it recommends itself as a reference both to the advanced learner and to any instructor of French. The volume covers most problem areas at various levels from intermediate to advanced.", "-- Betsy K. Barnes, University of Minnesota, THE MODERN LANGUAGE JOURNAL", "...the best work yet available for use by the applied linguist and the language teacher. Thorough, accurate and comprehensive, it will be extremely useful in the classroom.", "-- O.W. Rolfe, The University of Montana", "...an excellent reference for teachers of upper division and graduate level French language courses.", "-- R. Vistica, Portland State University", "Organization is Hollerbach's strength, and he endeavors to make the book as user-friendly as possible....Each part (as well as each subpart) begins with a brief italicized summary of its contents, and the parts and subparts are then again subdivided, each clearly labeled. The text is also filled with a multitude of diagrams, charts, and useful, extensive cross-referencing.", "-- R. Vistica, Portland State University ―", "The French Review", "About the Author", "Wolf Hollerbach", "is Professor Emeritus of French and Spanish at the University of Alaska, Fairbanks." ]

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[ "Books", "New, Used & Rental Textbooks", "Humanities" ]

[ "Service book for Forgiveness Sunday celebrated at the start of the Lenten Fast." ]

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[ "Here’s the only series that teaches professional-level computer topics visually. Step-by-step screen shots demonstrate over 150 Windows Vista Sidebar techniques, including creating a gadget HTML interface; setting gadget height, width, and font; applying visual effects to text; using JavaScript in a gadget; adding or hiding content in a gadget display; building a flyout panel; defining default settings for gadgets; using XMLHttpRequest to download data; handling loading errors in XML documents; displaying data from a PHP script; and more." ]

[ "From the Back Cover", "Welcome to the only guidebook series that takes a visual approach to professional-level computer topics. Open the book and you'll discover step-by-step screen shots that demonstrate over 150 key Windows Vista Sidebar techniques, including:", "Creating a gadget HTML interface", "Creating a gadget HTML interface", "Setting gadget height, width, and font", "Setting gadget height, width, and font", "Applying visual effects to text", "Applying visual effects to text", "Using JavaScript® in a gadget", "Using JavaScript® in a gadget", "Adding or hiding content in a gadget display", "Adding or hiding content in a gadget display", "Building a flyout panel", "Building a flyout panel", "Defining default settings for gadgets", "Defining default settings for gadgets", "Using XMLHttpRequest to download data", "Using XMLHttpRequest to download data", "Handling loading errors in XML documents", "Handling loading errors in XML documents", "Displaying data from a PHP script", "Displaying data from a PHP script", "EXTRA Apply It", "\"Apply It\" and \"Extra\" sidebars highlight useful tips", "\"Apply It\" and \"Extra\" sidebars highlight useful tips", "High-resolution screen shots demonstrate each task", "High-resolution screen shots demonstrate each task", "Succinct explanations walk you through step by step", "Succinct explanations walk you through step by step", "Two-page lessons break big topics into bite-sized modules", "Two-page lessons break big topics into bite-sized modules", "About the Author", "Dave Konopka", "is a Web developer and writer living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He has experience building Web and desktop applications using Microsoft’s .NET Framework. Most recently, ColdFusion has become his tool of choice as he develops dynamic Web tools for the academic environment. Dave enjoys using all forms of technology to help extend the reach of non-profit organizations. Most of all, he likes spending time outdoors with his wife. He keeps track of his random assortment of interests on hisblog: www.lifelikeweeds.com." ]

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[ "Books", "Computers & Technology", "Operating Systems" ]

[ "He will protect her", "But can the sheriff resist his forbidden desire?", "Oak Grove sheriff Tom Baniff might be hunting Clara Wilson’s criminal husband, but that doesn’t mean he won’t help protect Clara and her young son from the outlaw’s deadly threats. When he invites Clara to his hometown, Tom is determined to keep her safe. But with her so close, can he resist the allure of the only woman he’s ever wanted?", "“A delightful, charming and gasp-filled romance.”", "— RT Book Reviews", "on", "Winning the Mail-Order Bride", "“Robinson’s new book is enjoyable and endearing … [A] classic western adventure with strong characters, authentic setting and quick pace.”", "— RT Book Reviews", "on", "Unwrapping the Rancher’s Secret" ]

[ "Review", "\"A sweet, heartwarming romance between a sheriff and an outlaw's wife.\" - RT Book Reviews\"The story is well written, dramatic and complete with a cast of beloved townsfolk.\" - RT Book Reviews\"Readers will laugh, cry and rejoice at the emotional ending.\" - RT Book Reviews\"Readers will enjoy the multiple twists and turns before the final HEA. This novel is well-written, with memorable characters in a small town we'd all like to live in.\" - RT Book Reviews on Winning the Mail-Order Bride", "About the Author", "Lauri Robinson lives in Minnesota where she and her husband spend every spare moment with their three grown sons and their families—spoiling the grandchildren. She’s a member of Romance Writers of America and Northern Lights Writers. Along with volunteering for several organizations, she is a diehard Elvis and NASCAR fan. Her favorite getaway location is along the Canadian Border of Northern Minnesota on the land homesteaded by her great-grandfather." ]

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[ "Books", "Literature & Fiction", "Genre Fiction" ]

[ "\"It was on March 12, 1938 that Nazi jackboots stormed their way through my neighborhood and over the innocent pieces left of my soul. I asked myself, do humans set up the system of normal? If they do, are genocide and cruelty normal? Maybe the nature of man was evil. Maybe Hitler was right. Could I be the one who was wrong?\" Orphaned at eight years old, brilliant and obsessive Julia Josephine Patterson finds herself living with her godfather in Vienna at the brink of World War II. Obsessed with honoring her namesake, John Joseph Pershing who tragically lost his own daughters, Julia uses old family letters and her American ideals to guide her quest to make her father and General Pershing proud. While trying to find herself in a world turning to evil, Julia decides to save one unsuspecting victim of Nazi terror at a time. Coming to grips with right and wrong, Julia is forced to question everyone in her life, leading her to discover the secrets her parents left behind. In the process of trying to save the world, she must fight her own demons and find herself, while being forced to hide her true intentions from the world. General Pershing’s Other Daughter is a 76,000-word work of historical fiction set on the cobblestone streets of World War II Austria. The story follows Julia, an obsessive-compulsive, idealistic, sarcastic, yet genius American orphan sent to live in Austria during Adolph Hitler’s rise to power. Focusing on Austria, an often forgotten player in the Second World War in contemporary fiction, General Pershing’s Other Daughter seizes a topic of high interest (the Nazi takeover of Europe) from a new perspective. Character driven, General Pershing’s Other Daughter explores the challenges of a girl learning to embrace, yet struggling to overcome, being raised solely by broken men and concerned with books and justice more than beauty and compliance." ]

[ "About the Author", "Christian Strayhorn Spence holds a Master of Arts degree in History from the University of Nebraska-Kearney and a Bachelor of Arts degree from North Carolina State University. Currently a teacher of history in Greensboro, North Carolina, she has authored and received several grants, and was honored in 2008 to receive a grant to participate in a Teaching American History Grant. In 2011, she received the honor of becoming a Horace Mann Abraham Lincoln Fellow, one of fifty in the country. Personally raised by men and obsessive-compulsive, Christian bases her main character, Julia, on a shared sense of the human condition. The grandchild of a Russian immigrant and the grandniece of a World War II veteran who served in Austria, Christian weaves together parts of her own history with her passion for writing." ]

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[ "'I have experienced the worst; I have experienced the best.' Ma Tianyu said this when looking back, and the calm words give people a gentle yet firm strength. He was not frustrated in adversity nor proud in prosperity. All the trials turned to his passion for love and awe for fate. Ma Tianyu knows how to bear all, so he remains indifferent whether granted favours or subjected to humiliation, He does not seek being treated tenderly by time, but desires to never forget his original heart and dream no matter what the circumstances are." ]

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[ "Books", "Foreign Language Books", "Chinese" ]

[ "By #1 Kindle bestselling author of", "Christmas Is Murder", ".", "When a glamorous young couple, who appear to have everything going for them, are found dead in their house on his fiancée’s street in Derbyshire, Scottish barrister Rex Graves feels compelled to get involved in the case. Helen is less enthusiastic. He had promised to dedicate the weekend to planning their wedding, not solving a juicy double murder. Novella (35,000 words, British spelling)." ]

[ "Review", "\"Smooth prose will keep cozy fans turning the pages.\"~", "Publishers Weekly", "review of", "Murder Comes Calling", "About the Author", "Please visit the author at rexgraves.com." ]

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[ "Books", "Mystery, Thriller & Suspense", "Mystery" ]

[ "In", "The Fraud", ", the most thrilling entry yet in Brad Parks's award-winning series, investigative reporter Carter Ross must chose who gets to live: him or his unborn child.A rash of carjackings terrorizing Newark become newsworthy when one such theft ends in the murder of a wealthy banking executive. The affable, wisecracking Ross is assigned the story, but he's weary of only writing about victims of crime who happen to be rich and white. To balance his reporting, he finds a Nigerian immigrant of more modest means who was also killed during a recent carjacking.When it turns out the two victims knew each other, sharing an unexplained round of golf at a tony country club shortly before their deaths, Carter is plunged onto the trail of a deadly band of car thieves that includes a sociopathic ex-convict. When his unborn child is put in harm's way, it becomes more than just a story for Carter. And he'll stop at nothing to rescue the baby-even if it costs him his own life.Parks, a rising star on the crime fiction scene known for his mix of wit and grit, delivers his most emotionally resonant book yet." ]

[ "Review", "A fast-paced, often-funny read.Parks delivers another outstanding thriller with hints of laugh-out-loud humor in his latest Carter Ross book... Parks is an author readers should be adding to their list of beach reads.An exciting look at how a reporter can challenge big-city crime and an often hilarious account of the complexities of one young man's romantic life...A highly entertaining tale and one of the best portraits of a working reporter since Connelly's Jack McEvoy.\"-\"Thrilling...Parks, a gifted storyteller (with shades of Mark Twain, or maybe Dave Barry), shows his mastery of the comic absurd behind serious journalism.\"More deeply felt than Carter's first five cases: reliable entertainment that'll make you think twice about your next trip to Newark.", "--This text refers to the", "audioCD", "edition.", "About the Author", "Brad Parks is the first author to win both the Shamus Award and the Nero Award for Best American Mystery for his debut novel, Faces of the Gone. A former reporter for The Washington Post and The [Newark] Star-Ledger, he lives in Virginia.Adam Verner has worked professionally in the voiceover industry for nine years, voicing everything from audiobooks, commercials, online videos, and even the voice of a beer coaster. Yes, indeed, a beer coaster that screams, \"Beer thief!\" when your brew is snatched. He came to voiceover from a stage background, holds a bachelor's in theatre from Bradley University and a master of fine arts from the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University.", "--This text refers to the", "audioCD", "edition." ]

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[ "Books", "Mystery, Thriller & Suspense", "Thrillers & Suspense" ]

[ "From Experience to Creativity is the first book to address the significant relationship between the fields of experiential education and creativity that has been overlooked for far too long. Cape provides an academic presentation of creativity through fun and inspiring examples in easily accessible language that helps readers move past the layperson’s understanding of creativity. More than just an artistic pursuit or only available to a select few, creativity is a universal human trait that can be intentionally developed and taught. Simply learning about creativity and applying the concepts presented can make readers more creative and adaptable to a quickly-changing world. From Experience to Creativity explains the various levels of creativity, place creativity into the context of the field of experiential education, provides simple methods of incorporating creativity into the lives of readers and participants, offers structured processes of promoting and using creativity, and finally, it contains a case study of Kurt Hahn that explores his creative nature. Contributing author, Amy Climer (climerconsulting.com) provides readers with an easy to follow explanation of the Creative Problem Solving" ]

[ "About the Author", "Daniel Cape has worked in the field of experiential education for over fifteen years in US and international camp settings, classrooms, project based learning, and independence transition programs, in addition to his experience serving as a Combat Engineer officer in the Army National Guard. He has an MS in Experiential Education from Minnesota State University, Mankato and is working on his Ph.D. in Psychology with a specialization in Creativity Studies from Saybrook University. Daniel has been a caricature artist for nearly fourteen years and recently started his non-profit, EPIC Smiles (www.epicsmiles.org), which aims to build a global community of caricatures for youth through art instruction and providing new and creative experiences for young people. His hobbies include international travel, skydiving, art, and spending time outdoors." ]

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[ "Books", "Education & Teaching", "Schools & Teaching" ]

[ "EVIL TAKES MANY FORMS.", "PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR CHARLIE PARKER HUNTS THEM ALL.", "He is our best hope.", "He is our last hope.", "On a lonely moor in the northeast of England, the body is discovered near the site of a vanished church. In the south, a girl lies buried beneath a Saxon mound. To the southeast, the ruins of a priory hide a human skull.Each is a sacrifice, a summons. And something in the shadows has heard the call.But another is coming: Parker the hunter, the avenger. Parker's mission takes him from Maine to the deserts of the Mexican border; from the canals of Amsterdam to the streets of London - he will track those who would cast this world into darkness.Parker fears no evil. But evil fears him . . .", "From the number one", "Sunday Times", "and multi-million-copy bestselling author John Connolly comes the most compelling and unsettling Charlie Parker thriller yet.", "The Charlie Parker novels can be read and enjoyed in any order.", "A Book of Bones", "is the seventeenth book in this globally bestselling series." ]

[ "Review", "\"A seamless, expansive, and chilling blend of police procedural and gothic horror tale . . . perfect for fireside reading on cold, rainy nights.\" ―", "Kirkus Reviews", "\"Connolly pits private eye Charlie Parker against two of the most intriguing villians he's created . . . fans will be thrilled.\" ―", "Booklist", "\"[A] thrilling hunt… The plot is scary, but it's the author's blend of actual and alternate history that provides shivers.\" ―", "Shelf Awareness", "\"Connolly delivers another masterful tale . . . Connolly has long proven himself a storytelling sorcerer, and one of the finest stylists in the crime genre.\" ―", "Mystery Scene Magazine", "\"Connolly is masterful, and the mix of horror and procedural is wonderful . . . BOOK OF BONES is a masterpiece.\" ―", "The Day", "\"Connolly weaves a rich tapestry of beauty in painting the scenery while waiting to spring the inevitable horror he has become known for. A+\" ―", "San Francisco Book Review", "--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.", "About the Author", "John Connolly is the author of the Charlie Parker series of thrillers, the supernatural collection", "Nocturnes", ", the Samuel Johnson Trilogy for younger readers, and (with Jennifer Ridyard) the Chronicles of the Invaders series. He lives in Dublin, Ireland. For more information, see his website at JohnConnollyBooks.com, or follow him on Twitter @JConnollyBooks.", "--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title." ]

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[ "Books", "Mystery, Thriller & Suspense", "Thrillers & Suspense" ]

[ "This book is about the thrust of political development in Nigeria through the final phase of British colonial rule to present day. Its theme is the political convergence of three social forces, namely the thrust of Nigerian nationalism, the persistence of ethnic or cultural particularism, and the crystallization of emergent class interests. It exposes the shenanigans that compromised Nigeria's political wellbeing and advancement, while pointing the way forward. The author highlights the impact of the January 15, 1966 coup d'etat and how its leader, Major Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu was subsequently murdered in the Nsukka war-front through a brotherly conspiracy of the meanest order. The roles played by Dr Nnamdi Azikiwe and Chief Obafemi Awolowo in the Nigeria-Biafra war are examined from new perspectives. The supposed motives in using hunger as an instrument of war; and the de-populating of Igboland and committing genocide against the Igbo are succinctly re-assessed. About the Author Uche" ]

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[ "From the Publisher", "An unbelievable compilation of sales and business development best practices - all in one place. The Shipley Proposal Guide improves sales effectiveness with real-world tips for improving business and government proposals in any industry.", "From the Author", "For years sales and business professionals have wondered where to go for help writing proposals. Now, after over 30 years of consulting in the business development community, Shipley has compiled the best of the best of proposal development knowledge. The Proposal Guide is supported by a complete training curriculum of business develeopment and sales course to help improve sales effectiveness. I invite any and all business professionals to add this reference to your tool kit for improving business results.", "The Proposal Guide offers guidelines and principles, not rules or laws. The reader will find the guide to be a valuable tool for winning more business. - Larry Newman, Author and Senior Consultant", "From the Inside Flap", "\"Developing proposals is the lifeblood of every company. The Shipley Proposal Guide is a valuable tool for those in the trenches - it helps them get started with the proposal and provides direction on winning critical business. It's nice to finally have a tool based on years of experience and industry best practices.\" Michael Humm Vice President, Proposal Operations \"This is the most comprehensive proposal guide and reference book I've ever seen. I can't imagine a topic that is not included. I wish that I would have had something like this when I started writing proposals more than 10 years ago.\"", "Proposal Manager, IKON Office Solutions Shipley Associates Proposal Guide for Sales and Business Development Professionals Larry Newman Shipley Associates „¦2004 Shipley Associates. 274 pages 0-9714244-0-3 Reviewed by TODD PETERMAN Senior Proposal Coordinator, APMP Member It is difficult to write a reference book. The scope of a reference book is often so wide even within the context of a specific subject that one is forced to juggle many balls at once. The hope is that not only does one successfully keep the balls in the air, but that one has all the necessary balls in the air to begin with. It is also difficult to review a reference book because, again, the scope of the book is such that one cannot read the book in a progressive, linear fashion in the same way as one can with most other books. So since this reviewer is currently involved in writing a general proposal that gives the overview of a product in such a way that can be used at times when no formal written proposal has been requested, I decided that the best way to review a reference book such as the Shipley Associates Proposal Guide for Business Development Professionals by Larry Newman was to take the book for a test drive. What better way to test the efficacy of such a book than to put it into immediate practice to see whether both the book's principles and practices worked? The Shipley Associates Proposal Guide has three self-proclaimed aims, which are: 1. Help individuals and organizations win competitive business more effectively, efficiently, and consistently. 2. Offer clear guidance to business development professionals that is practical and easy to find. 3. Record best-practice guidelines. For the purposes of this review, the second and third aim were immediately germane. As a beginning approach, I perused the format of the book. The format is an alphabetical and cross-referenced guide to general and specific concepts within the world of proposal writing. Having a few general concepts and some specific ideas in mind that I wanted to research, I looked them up. This was quite easy to accomplish since the alphabetical arrangement of all concepts and ideas allowed me to find the first quite easily. I wanted an idea of the process of proposal writing that was recommended as most efficient. The section marked \"Process\" was quickly found and contained a graphic that encapsulated the specific points of the section. I read the list and was able to understand the author¡¦s train of thought. After this graphic, each point was then elaborated in its own minor section. Since the explanation of the process was written in a linear manner, I found that reading the entire section actually helped to cement the general concept. The writing was vibrant! , concise, and useful. And one of the cross-references even directed me to my next section of interest, the \"Proposal Management Plan.\" Again, the beginning graphic and text guided me through the points to be covered. This allowed me to choose which points I wanted to focus on, and which I could come back to in the future. The next section I wanted to read was that of \"Graphics\". Again, the alphabetical arrangement allowed me to find it quickly and scan the salient points. As I read through this section, not only were the text interesting and the accompanying graphics compelling, but I found that the cross-references interested me in further reading. And so, I found myself referencing other related subjects to further enhance the text of the \"Graphics\" section. This section pointed the way to related sections like \"Customer Focus\", \"Color\" and \"Action Captions.\" I not only found a wealth of useful information, but also found that all the information was cohesive. In the course of this review, I found that all of the subjects that I wanted to research naturally fell into line due to the format of this book. It built a gestalt of presentation logic that can be a valuable resource to all those who write, market, and even speak for a living. Although a natural skeptic, I was delighted by this book. The main reason was that the author practiced what he preaches on every page. The design of the book is interesting and accessible. The text is crisp and useful. And the principles are logical and dynamic. The second and third aims of the book hit their target. The first aim really depends upon the reader. This is a book that a proposal writer can truly use and recommend.", "About the Author", "Larry Newman brings many years of experience together in this masterful resource for sales and business development professionals. He is a sought after trainer, consultant, and speaker and has helped many companies win major contracts by creating winning proposals.", "Larry is a Vice President and Partner at Shipely Associates, a global business development and professional services firm focused on helping companies win business.", "Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.", "Action Captions", "Action captions suggest action. Readers of an action caption should accept your ideas and begin to accept your proposal as the best solution to their needs.", "While the graphic catches the reader's eye, the caption must deliver the persuasive message. Good captions interpret, inform, and persuade.", "A graphic and its action caption enable the evaluator to grasp your key message without having to search the text for an explanation. Many evaluators, especially key decision makers, have little time and will skim your proposal. If the point of a graphic is not obvious, they will simply turn the page.", "Place an action caption beside every graphic in your proposal, including photos, drawings, charts, graphs, tables, and even spread sheets. While not universally done in all business documents, labeling all types of graphics makes it easier for the evaluator and will simplify proposal production.", "Graphics attract the evaluator's eye - action captions add your \"spin\" or interpretation. If you do not interpret the graphic, evaluators are left to draw their own conclusion. Evaluators read proposals with much skepticism. Why risk unfavorable interpretations when you can offer a clear, supportable interpretation with an action caption.", "Captions are far more likely to be read than body text. Once a point is made in the caption, you do not have to repeat in in the body text. However, key points should be repeated for emphasis in slightly different words.", "Read more" ]

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[ "Books", "Business & Money", "Skills" ]

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[ "About the Author", "Jean Andrews has more than 30 years of experience in the computer industry as well as more than 13 years of teaching in the college classroom. She has worked in a variety of businesses where she's designed, written, and supported application software. She has also managed a computer repair help desk and handled troubleshooting for wide area networks. Ms. Andrews has written numerous books on software, hardware and the Internet. In addition to this bestselling A+ GUIDE TO IT TECHNICAL SUPPORT, she's written the A+ GUIDE TO HARDWARE: MANAGING, MAINTAINING AND TROUBLESHOOTING. She lives in north Georgia." ]

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[ "Books", "Computers & Technology", "Operating Systems" ]

[ "These 3 knit and 3 crochet designs were created with Lion Brand Homespun yarn. Knit designs include Comfort Shawl, Long and Lean Jacket, and Everyday Flair Bolero. Crochet designs include Bridal Shawl, Vintage Tie Jacket, and Autumn Afternoon Afghan. Made in America in a New Hampshire mill that uses hydro-generated power, Homespun has long been a favorite of knitters and crocheters. Lovely, lofty and quick to knit or crochet, Homespun is available in dozens of beautifully blended colorways and makes even the simplest of projects look absolutely stunning. Homespun's bulky weight results in a fast finish for sweaters and afghans, and its wash-and-wear care makes it ideal for almost any project." ]

[ "About the Author", "Leisure Arts is a leading publisher and distributor of “how-to” and lifestyle publications with emphasis on creative crafts, needlework, decorating, and entertaining.  Leisure Arts is located in Little Rock, AR." ]

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[ "Books", "Crafts, Hobbies & Home", "Crafts & Hobbies" ]

[ "A young family inherits a cottage in the mountains of Wales under the bizarre condition that they must care for a pet sea-bird, a cormorant that leads the family into a shattering nightmare" ]

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[ "Books", "Literature & Fiction" ]

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[ "A sequel to Understanding MATLAB: A Textbook For Beginners, which has been published earlier, this book is an advanced-level guide to MATLAB with a number of applications in science and engineering. There are a number of solved problems from all important areas of science and engineering to give enough practice to the reader. MATLAB integrates computation, visualization and programming in a very user-friendly and easy-to use environment. This book is mainly aimed at those who already know the basics of the language and would like to use MATLAB to solve advanced engineering problems. Here, in this book, the authors have tried to illustrate the advanced features of MATLAB. Salient Features: Provides a crisp discussion on the history and evolution of MATLAB Discusses the MATLAB compiler and how it works Detailed treatment of Numbers, Matrices and Matrix operations Dedicated chapters on Plotting, Image Processing, and Animations, Sounds and Movies Comprehensive coverage of Numerical Methods. A separate Dictionary of Additional Terms at the end of the book A separate chapter on Solved Problems Step by step discussion of solved problems Abundant sample codes, algorithms, and flowcharts. Contents: 1. History of computers, computer languages and MATLAB 2. The compiler 3. Numbers, review of matrices and matrix operations 4. Plotting using MATLAB 5. Image processing using MATLAB 6. Animation, sound and movies using MATLAB 7. Numerical methods using MATLAB 8. Unconstrained single variable optimization methods 9. Statistical functions 10. Dictionary of additional terms 11. Index." ]

[ "About the Author", "S. N. Alam received his B.Tech in 1997 from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering and his M.S. in Photonics and Electronic Materials in the year 2001 from the Chemical and Nuclear Engineering Department of the University of Massachusetts, Lowell, USA. He did his Ph.D. in the year 2010 in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering Department, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur. He is currently an Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Technology-Rourkela, Orissa. He has also taught as a Lecturer in the Mechanical Engineering Department at BITS-Pialni. Sanjib Islam is a senior technology leader dynamic and highly accomplished. He has been providing IT, project management, business process, and infrastructure solutions to companies, (ex. Upland Software, Accenture, Fidelity Investments, Lucent Technologies) spanning a broad array of industries for over the past 20 years. He earned his M.S. in Engineering from Case Western Reserve University, USA and B. Tech (Hons) in Engineering from IIT, Kharagpur. He is a SUN Certified Enterprise Architect. He also got his MBA from University of Massachusetts - Lowell, USA. S.K. Patel is working as Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering Department of National Institute of Technology, Rourkela. He graduated in Mechanical Engineering from National Institute of Technology, Rourkela in the year 1985. Initially he served with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Koraput Division, Sunabeda for 5 years. He obtained his M. Tech degree from Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai and Ph.D. degree from Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur. His broad areas of academic interest are statistical quality control, optimization and industrial engineering and management." ]

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[ "Books", "New, Used & Rental Textbooks" ]

[ "The new and improved Listening and Speaking strand now offers an Interactive Student Book", "powered by MyEnglishLab. The Interactive Student Book allows students and teachers to better", "assess progress. Teachers can now monitor student performance to personalize learning and", "increase student motivation.", "The five-level", "NorthStar", "series engages students through a seamless integration of compelling", "online content and empowers them to achieve their academic and personal goals in order to meet", "the challenges of the 21st century.", "• Current and thought-provoking listening selections from a variety of contrasting authentic genres stimulate students intellectually. Authentic content engages students, links them to language use outside the classroom, and encourages critical thinking and personal expression. • Explicit language skills are reinforced and practiced using models from the unit listening selections, while the pronunciation and speaking skill selections expose students to the sounds and patterns of English to prepare them to express their ideas on a higher level. • Productive vocabulary and grammar structures are targeted, reviewed, practiced, and expanded upon for the final speaking task. • Group projects inspire students to inquire further and prepare students to engage in real-world activities. The projects incorporate Internet research, helping students build digital literacy skills. • A variety of online assessments tied to learning outcomes allows teachers to individualize instruction and track student progress. • Teacher Resources in MyEnglishLab include the scope and sequence, digital student book, downloadable achievement tests, classroom audio, audioscripts, video activities, videoscripts, teacher’s manual, answer keys, and a downloadable placement test." ]

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[ "Books", "Reference", "Words, Language & Grammar" ]

[ "First Peoples’", "distinctive approach continues to make it the bestselling and most highly acclaimed text for the American Indian history survey. Respected scholar Colin G. Calloway provides a solid foundation grounded in timely scholarship and a narrative that brings a largely untold history to students. The signature “docutext” format of", "First Peoples", "strikes the ideal balance, combining in every chapter a compelling narrative and rich written and visual documents from Native and non-Native voices alike. An expansion by two full chapters presents a more diverse and nuanced picture of the history of Native peoples in America. Read the preface." ]

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[ "Books", "History", "Americas" ]

[ "George Haskel, a retired professor of German literature, decides to found an institute to promote dullness, as a counterpoint to the hustling celebrity culture of contemporary America. The venture soon attracts a number of brilliant misfits, who transform the project into a political movement, the Authentic Party, that ultimately swells to 8 million members. Events begin to overtake George and his merry band, as luminaries such as Bill Maher, Woody Allen, and Jerry Brown get on board. The final showdown with the White House threatens a coup d'état: Will America undertake a radical shift in the direction of authenticity, or will it remain committed to business as usual?" ]

[ "Review", "Morris Berman has a marvelous comic sense of America's intersecting neuroses, and the scary place that they are taking us. He's a Voltaire for our shaky time and this is his Candide.    -- James Howard Kunstler, author of The Long Emergency and the World Made By Hand novelsIn The Man Without Qualities, renowned historical and cultural critic, Morris Berman, delves into the complex topic of authenticity with humor, warmth and crisp prose. HIs protagonist, George, is a German lit professor who is bored with his life and especially with his unengaged students. Leaving academia behind, George embarks on a singular mission, to launch the Dullness Institute, in defiance of all that is endlessly competitive,needlessly greed-driven, and generally fake in the world. To be dull, for George, is to shun the need to \"project\" and rather, to just \"be.\" In doing so, the impact of George's vision and that of his colorful collective of like-minded friends and eventually millions of people, alter the course of humanity.  Berman's novel shines a skeptical light on how we are evolving and shows us a better, more authentic path.    --Nomi Prins, author of It Takes a Pillage, All the Presidents'Bankers, and other worksAs much a work of philosophy as a novel, Morris Berman's The Man Without Qualities offers a new political orientation--None of the Above. In the aftermath of politics as usual, partisans of Berman's Dullness Institute can at last give a hearty Nietzschean laugh and say, \"Workers of the World!...Relax!\"    --Curtis White, author of We, Robots, The Science Delusion, The Middlemind, and Memories of My Father Watching Television", "About the Author", "Morris Berman is a poet, novelist, essayist, social critic, and cultural historian. He has written thirteen books and more than 150 articles, and has taught at a number of universities in Europe, North America, and Mexico. He won the Governor's Writers Award for Washington State in 1990, and was the first recipient of the annual Rollo May Center Grant for Humanistic Studies in 1992. In 2000, The Twilight of American Culture was named a Notable Book by the New York Times Book Review, and in 2013 he received the Neil Postman Award for Career Achievement in Public Intellectual Activity from the Media Ecology Association. Dr. Berman lives in Mexico." ]

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[ "Books", "Literature & Fiction", "Humor & Satire" ]

[ "songs incl: Abide With Me;A Mighty Fortress Is Our God; Bread of the World; Jesus Christ Is Risen Today; Nearer My God To Thee; Rock of Ages; Sun of My Soul; and more; 36 pages" ]

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[ "From the", "New York Times", "bestselling indie author, the conclusion to the sexy contemporary romance that began in", "Collide", ", about a woman torn between her seemingly perfect boyfriend and a dark, mysterious stranger.", "“Do you know how scary it is to want something so bad you’re willing to change your whole life for it?”", "Emily Cooper is ready to risk everything to be with the man who has consumed her thoughts and dreams since the fateful day they met. Unraveling fast, she can only cling to the hope that Gavin Blake still wants her. Nursing his wounded heart, Gavin has cut himself off from society and retreated into a self-destructive, mind-numbing world. Emily isn’t used to being the strong one, but she’ll have to find the daring and confidence within to fight for their love and bring Gavin back from the edge—even if it means losing herself to their all-consuming, pulse-pounding passion. A", "New York Times", "bestseller,", "Pulse", "is the unforgettable conclusion to the story of Emily and Gavin that began with", "Collide." ]

[ "About the Author", "Gail McHugh is the author of the", "New York Times", "bestsellers", "Collide", "and", "Pulse", ". She is the mother of three beautiful children and has been married to her husband for fifteen years.", "Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.", "Pulse Chapter One A Missed Last Encounter Emily leaned her head against the taxi window, watching the city lights of Manhattan with tear-soaked eyes. In a blur, the look on Gavin’s face as he had walked away from her a few hours before rushed through her mind. The closer she got to his building, and the further away she got from her past with Dillon, the more she felt as though her sanity and heart were hanging by a delicate thread. She shifted restlessly and her gaze fell on the glowing green light of the digital clock. It was nearly one o’clock in the morning. A glimmer of hope flooded her body, and she squeezed her eyes shut, praying Gavin would take her back. As the taxi pulled up in front of his high-rise, she reached in her purse and pulled out a wad of cash. After handing the unknown amount to the driver, she swung open the door and stepped onto the sidewalk into the cold, late November air. “Hey!” the Middle Eastern driver called. “You have to close the door, lady!” Emily heard his words but paid him no mind. Her fumbling feet pushed her forward, kept her moving toward what she hoped would be a new start. A new future with the man she knew she couldn’t live without. She pulled open the door and crossed the lobby. Sweat clung like decay across her flesh. With a trembling hand, she pressed the button for the elevator. Her nerves skyrocketed with love and anxiety. Once the elevator doors opened, she stepped inside and leaned against the wall, physically and mentally exhausted. As she tried to stop shaking, tears steadily fell. Unsure of Gavin’s reaction, Emily struggled to pull in a decent breath. She tried to tamp down the wicked emotions curling through her. The doors opened to what would either be a new beginning . . . or an end. Feet glued to the ground, she stood frozen for a moment, her eyes trained on the wall across the hallway. Vaguely aware of the elevator doors gliding closed, she became dizzy as she lifted her hand to hold it open. Slowly, she stepped out. Her vision tunneled as she turned toward Gavin’s penthouse, and her mind spun out of control with every possible scenario. She strained to focus on his words from earlier, allowing her fear to wane as her feet led her closer. Her pace quickened with every step. Once she reached his unit, her fears returned with a vengeance, anchoring heavy in her chest. With trepidation, she knocked on his door, each knock mimicking the fierce pounding of her heart. She wiped away tears as her body trembled from head to toe. The minutes ticked by with no answer, and she knocked again, harder. “Please answer.” She chanted the silent prayer while ringing his doorbell. With tears trickling down her cheeks, she stared at the peephole, envisioning him staring back. The thought of him watching her stung and cut a path through her heart. “Please,” she cried, ringing the doorbell again. “God, Gavin, please. I love you. I’m so sorry.” Nothing. Hands still shaking, she reached in her purse and pulled out her cell phone. She dialed Gavin’s number. Eyes locked on his door, she listened to it ring over and over again. “You’ve reached Gavin Blake. You know what to do.” Emily’s heart clenched, tightened, and dropped into the pit of her stomach when she heard his voice. That sweet voice would forever haunt her if he didn’t take her back. That sweet, pleading voice that had begged her to believe him. She hung up, dialed again, and listened once more. She didn’t speak. She couldn’t. Her frantic breathing would be the only message he would receive. Words . . . she had none. Emily pressed a hand to her mouth as the realization he wasn’t forgiving her set in. For a few painful moments, she was silent. Then grief erupted in her chest. A torrent of tears flew down her cheeks. Her cries echoed throughout the hallway. She retreated and felt her back hit the wall. She stared at his door, the vivid memory of his face ingrained in her head. Searing pain surged and twisted in her gut as she slowly made her way into the elevator, her heart plummeting with its descent. • • • Shoulders slumped and spirit broken, Emily unlocked the door to her apartment. A small light above the stove cast a faint glow across the living room. Quieting her footsteps, so as not to wake Olivia, Emily made her way into her bedroom. Still shaking, a cloak of sadness enveloped her as she padded into her bathroom. She flipped on the light and stared at her reflection. The green eyes, once vivid with hope, held no semblance of life. She ran her fingers over her cheeks, muddied with mascara. Her face looked pale. Even worse, her heart was stricken with loss. She flattened her palms against the cool marble surface of the sink, hung her head, and wept, gulping for air as pain so deep blanketed her soul. Regret in the most brutal form tightened like an unforgiving noose around her neck. She tried to calm down by turning on the hot water and splashing her face. After reaching for a towel, she dried herself and shut off the light. Fatigue slowed her feet as she made her way to her bed, and she curled up on her side. Exhausted, she sank into the mattress, attempting to gain a few hours of sleep. But that wouldn’t come. No. As seconds, minutes, and hours ticked by, Gavin’s pained face and confused blue eyes invaded Emily’s conscience. She drew in a shaky breath, rolled onto her back, and stared at the ceiling. Over the next few hours, swells of gut-wrenching pain rippled across her heart. She’d let him slip through her fingers. • • • Trying to ignore the ear-piercing sound of Blake Industries’ private jet’s engines firing up, Gavin wondered if Emily would remember things he’d never forget. Wondered how this was truly the end. He’d lost her. In less than seven hours, she would be Dillon’s for good. He tugged his suitcase from the back of Colton’s Jeep, his heart sinking further into his stomach as he peered into the clear, cold night sky. Colton stepped onto the tarmac—his expression no more at ease than it’d been when Gavin came to him. “You don’t have to do this, little man,” Colton yelled, tufts of his dark hair whipping around in the engines’ fury. “Bouncing out of the city in the middle of the night won’t bring her back.” Gavin wasn’t sure if leaving would erase the mark Emily had seared into his soul. He also wasn’t sure if he’d ever be free from the ache of needing her. The only emotion he truly fucking owned . . . he knew he had to get out of New York. Get the fuck out, and get far away from the ghost of Emily that would no doubt haunt him. “I told you, I need to get off the grid for a while, Colton,” Gavin argued, roughing a hand over his face. “I can’t be here. Just take care of switching our stocks out of Dillon’s hands.” Colton released a weighty breath and nodded. “I’ll take care of it first thing Monday morning.” He clapped Gavin’s shoulder, his eyes softening. “You have to be good with all of this when you get back. Promise me you’ll put Emily to rest while you’re down there.” Gavin’s chest palpitated at the sound of her name. “Yeah,” he replied, his voice grave. “I’ll try.” After a few moments of staring at each other, Gavin climbed the stairs to the jet. Turning, he watched his brother drive off the property of the small, private airport. Mind-fucked and in the deepest turmoil of his life, Gavin dug into the pocket of his jeans and pulled out his cell phone. Without looking at it, he tossed it onto the runway. It shattered when it hit the ground. Off the grid meant off the grid. No contact with anyone. No one trying to pull him from his pain, and no one trying to convince him his actions were destructive. After handing his bags to the flight attendant, the pilot came out to greet him. “Good evening, Mr. Blake.” The pilot, gray hair spilling over his forehead, firmly shook Gavin’s hand. “Everything you’ve requested has been prepared, and we should arrive in Playa del Carmen in just over four hours, sir.” Gavin gave a weak nod and headed into his private cabin. He closed the door, and his eyes immediately landed on a minibar bottle of bourbon screaming his name. He gazed at it with contempt. Darkness seeped in around him. He peeled off his coat and tossed it onto the bed. Trying to stave off the evil angel invading his thoughts, he strode across the small space and reached for the mind-numbing amber liquid. Deciding to forgo a glass, he twisted off the cap and brought the bottle to his lips. The alcohol burned his throat, offering up not an ounce of reprieve from his pain. It was then that Gavin knew there would never be a time in his life he wouldn’t be aware of Emily’s absence. Drunk or sober, she would riddle his heart and soul until the day he died. He loved her. Breathed her in as if she were the air around him . . . the air he would be deprived of forever. He put down the bottle, ran an exhausted hand through his hair, and attempted to cast visions of Emily’s beautiful eyes staring back at him from his memory. He walked over to the window, peering out at the city below, and knew it didn’t work. Nothing would. Neither soaking his pain in alcohol nor running from her could mend what he was feeling. She was gone. As the twinkling lights faded with the jet’s climbing altitude, Gavin’s heart continued to mourn the woman he’d lost while his mind wondered how long he would be at her funeral. • • • With the morning light sucking the last of the stars from the sky, and without a minute of sleep claimed, Emily sat up and made her way into the kitchen. Nausea filled her stomach. She reached for the refrigerator door, pulled it open, and grabbed a bottle of water. She sank into a seat at the table as Olivia rounded the corner. “Hmm, I see Douchenugget dropped you off early this morning,” Olivia clipped, glancing at Emily. She walked over to one of the cabinets and tugged it open. “How nice of him to allow his bride to actually get ready on her wedding day at her place.” “Olivia, I’m—” “Before you defend Dillmonster, or your delusional thoughts, Emily, I want you to know how upset Gavin was last night.” Olivia slammed the cabinet closed. “I’ve never seen him so hurt.” Emily closed her stinging eyes, her heart constricting at the thought of the pain she’d caused Gavin. She shook her head. “Olivia, please. I’m not—” “I know, Emily. You’re not in the mood to talk about this,” she huffed, yanking open another cabinet. “Or let me guess, you’re not delusional thinking you should marry Dillon because you don’t believe Gavin?” “Olivia,” Emily let out, rising. “You’re not listening to me. I’m not—” Olivia whipped around, her brown eyes narrowed. “I fucking hate saying this, Em, but I can’t be a part of this today. You love Gavin, and Gavin loves you. Done deal. I believe Gavin, and even if you don’t, you’re forcing me to choose.” She placed one hand on her hip and rushed the other through her thick blonde hair. “I’m sorry, but I’m not going to the wedding today.” “Good, because neither am I,” Emily whispered, sitting back down. “I’m not marrying Dillon.” Eyes wide with shock, a smile split Olivia’s face. “You’re not?” she gasped, rushing to Emily’s side. Emily shook her head as a fresh round of tears seeped from her eyes. Olivia kneeled beside her and wrapped her arms around Emily’s waist. Her words tumbled out against Emily’s stomach. “Oh my God, oh my God. You’re so not on my shit list anymore. I fucking love you to death right now!” “I hurt Gavin.” Emily nearly choked over her words. “I wanted to believe him, and part of me did, I guess, but I was afraid, and now it’s too late.” Confusion peppered Olivia’s expression as she stood, bringing Emily with her. She cupped Emily’s cheeks. “It’s not too late. As soon as you call him, he’ll forget everything. Gavin loves you. He was pissed last night, but he would die for you. Believe me. That’s all he kept saying.” Trembling, Emily sucked in an unsteady breath. “No. I went to his penthouse last night, and he didn’t open his door.” She backed away from Olivia and tucked herself into a seat at the table. “I called his phone a few times, and he didn’t answer. He’s done with me, and I deserve every bit of pain coming to me.” Emily shook her head, her voice trailing off. “I can’t believe I let this happen.” “He didn’t have me take him home last night.” Olivia dropped to her knees again and grabbed Emily’s hands. “From the rehearsal dinner, he had me bring him by Colton’s house. What happened sobered him up a little, but I’m pretty damn sure homeboy’s still knocked out. Think about how tanked he was. It’s only seven in the morning. He probably didn’t hear his phone. I’ll call him in a little while, but you need to try to calm down, okay?” Emily slowly pulled her hands away and pressed the heels of her palms against her eyes. She reluctantly nodded, swallowing some of the worry coursing through her mind. “Okay, I’ll try to calm down.” A slow smile touched the edge of Olivia’s mouth. “I’m proud of you, Emily.” “Proud of me?” she questioned, wiping her nose with the back of her hand. “For what? For hurting Gavin? His face, Olivia. I can’t get his face out of my head.” Eyes softening, Olivia brushed her hand against Emily’s jaw. “I’m proud of you for finally seeing you deserve a better life with a man who honestly loves and cares for you. Again, you may have temporarily hurt Gavin, but the two of you are going to be fine. You’ll see.” Emily stared at Olivia and allowed a flutter of hope to settle through her limbs. She nodded, praying Olivia’s statement would prove true. “All right,” Olivia said, standing and looking at her watch, “your un-wedding day is supposed take place in a little less than four hours. What do you need me to do, other than go get us some coffee because there’s none here? You definitely look like you can use a cup, and I know I can, too.” Olivia walked to the hall closet, pulled out her coat, and slipped it on. “Do you want me to call your sister?” She halted midstride. “Better yet, can I call your ex-future husband and tell him to fuck off?” Emily rose and moved across the kitchen. She grabbed a paper towel and blew her nose. The thought of Dillon waking to find her gone sent chills up her spine. “He doesn’t know yet.” Confusion pinched Olivia’s forehead. “What do you mean? I thought—” “I left after he fell asleep,” Emily interrupted, rushing her hands over her face. “He has no idea. You’re the only one who knows.” Olivia’s jaw dropped open, her eyes wide. “Umm . . . okay. I could be wrong, but shouldn’t the expectant groom know this?” On a sigh, Emily walked past Olivia into her bedroom. She started rummaging through her dresser drawers. Other than Gavin, the only thing she craved was a long, hot shower. “Yes, Olivia. I need to clean myself up, and when I’m done, I’m going to call him.” Olivia leaned against the doorway, concern edging her eyes. “Can you at least wait until I get back from the coffee shop? I’ll shoot Lisa and Michael a call to let them know what’s going on, okay?” Knowing Olivia was worried, Emily slid her drawer closed and gazed at her. “Yes. I’ll wait.” She walked over to Olivia, her eyes soft. “Thank you.” Olivia cupped Emily’s chin, giving it a light shake. “You’re welcome. Go ahead. Get in your shower, and I’ll be back in a few.” Emily nodded and watched her leave. After the front door snapped shut, Emily couldn’t help but feel dread scorching her stomach. Confronting Dillon, with or without Gavin by her side, wouldn’t be easy. She sighed, trying to ignore its festering presence. She made her way into the bathroom, set her sweatpants and sweatshirt on the vanity, and turned on the water. As hot steam curled through the air, she stripped last night’s clothing from her body and slipped into the shower. She reached for the bar of soap and slowly ran it across the aching flesh between her legs as visions of what she’d allowed Dillon to do to her invaded her thoughts. With her head hung low in shame, her drenched auburn hair formed a curtain over her face. Her every muscle felt bruised, but the soreness paled in comparison to her battered and beaten heart. She sank further into the darkest recess of her mind, replaying what he’d done last night over and over. It was nothing short of a nightmare. It was then that she realized the enormity of what she’d allowed him to get away with over the past year. The awareness of how she’d deceived herself into thinking he loved her, cared for her, for them, knocked the air from her. The overwhelming, deep-seated obligation she’d felt toward him for the things he’d helped her with was something she knew brought her to this very moment. Anger at herself swelled, bubbling low in her belly as she scrubbed faster, harder at her flesh, over her arms, face, and legs. She wanted to remove his very existence from her pores. She turned the water on hotter and cringed at the way she had let him manipulate her every action. Her every thought. Crying, she sucked in a deep breath and tried to pull herself back together. Dillon was no more. They were no more. He was gone. Through her daze, Emily rinsed her body of not only bubbles lathering her skin but also the malicious venom he’d poured into her soul. She stepped from the shower, reached for a towel, and pulled it around herself. Standing before the mirror, she glanced at the woman she’d part ways with. Forever. “Never again,” she whispered. She shook her head, smoothed her hands over her cheeks, and pressed her eyes closed. “Never.” After taking a moment to reflect on the insanity the day promised to bring, Emily slipped into her clothing, dried her hair, and made her way back into her bedroom. She jerked to a halt when she heard her phone buzz, the sound alerting her there was a message waiting. Sudden anxiety it was Dillon and possible hope it could be Gavin gripped her. Swallowing, she edged toward the nightstand and, with a trembling hand, reached for her phone. Both her anxiety and hope evaporated upon seeing it was a voice mail from Lisa. Emily gave into the fatigue chasing her, sank onto her bed, and rested her head on a pillow. As she listened to her sister’s concerned voice, Emily heard the front door creaking open. She sat up and took in the last few seconds of Lisa’s message, notifying her that she and Michael were on their way. “Liv?” Emily called as she slid her phone shut. She tossed it onto the bed, ran a palm over her face, and stood to make her way into the other room. “I hope you got something to eat while . . .” She paused in the living room archway, her words trailing off. Startled, she froze, silent and alert, when she found Dillon casually leaning against the counter. His eyes traced over her as he sipped orange juice from a glass. “When I woke up, you were gone, Emily.” After setting down the glass, he sauntered over, a cocky smirk plastered on his face. “That excited to get back here and get all prettied up so you can marry me today, huh?” He brushed his fingers against her cheek. “I figured I’d stop by before I went to Trevor’s to get ready.” “Get away from me, Dillon,” she whispered, her voice shaky. She jerked away, trying to hide the fear rushing through her veins. Dillon blinked, clearing the roughness from his throat. With narrowed eyes, his face filled with confusion. “What?” he asked, stepping closer and grabbing her upper arm. Emily yanked it from his firm grasp, her shoulder slamming against a curio cabinet as she stumbled back. “You heard me. I said get the fuck away from me.” Her words dropped from her mouth in a low hiss. “I’m done, Dillon. This”—she pointed between them—“is over. I’m no longer your willing victim.” Before she knew it, he had her pinned against the wall, one hand gripping her hair as the other clenched her chin. He ran his tongue across his bottom lip and studied her. “You did fuck him, didn’t you?” Though a small cry pressed from Emily’s mouth from the pain searing her skull, her answer dripped out as a sneer. “Yes, I fucked him. Yes, I’m in love with him, and no, I’m not now, nor will I ever marry you.” Even as fear doused Emily’s limbs, a sense of relief and freedom took over, rooting somewhere deep inside. For half a heartbeat, she closed her eyes, allowing visions of Gavin to seep into her thoughts, but a hard crack to her cheek from the back of Dillon’s hand sent her eyes wide open. The sting rippled across her flesh as she thrashed her fists against his chest in an attempt to break free. With one hand still tangled in her hair, Dillon jostled her across the room like a worn out little toy. Landing on all fours against the wooden floor, Emily tried to stand, but Dillon grabbed her hair and forced her down. “You sick fuck!” she screamed, curling her hands around his wrists as he hovered above her. Dillon dropped to his knees and yanked her head back, forcing her to look into his eyes. “After everything I’ve done for you, you turn around and fuck him behind my back?” he snarled, fisting her hair tighter. Pulse thudding and using every bit of her strength, Emily clawed and dug her nails into his skin as she tried to untangle his hands from her hair. “You’ve done nothing for me but break me down!” she cried. When he wouldn’t release her, a jeering smile split her face. Tears slipped down her cheeks. “I wish I could’ve fucked him right in front of you!” Eyes glacial, hollow, and darker than the night sky, Dillon struck her face again. Emily felt the skin above her brow rip open, pain needling her flesh. A gasp tore past her lips as warm, thick blood trickled along her temple, snaking down her cheekbone. Still gripping her hair, Dillon pulled her up and hauled her body against his chest. Daring to meet his eyes, Emily swallowed the fear coating her throat as Dillon pegged her with a look telling her this torture wasn’t over. With a rush of anger and adrenaline slicking through her nerves, she clawed at his face, digging her thumbnails into his eyes. Tiny slivers of blood streaked across Dillon’s lids as a howl of pain scraped from deep within his throat. Somewhere above the twisted havoc raking hard in her mind, Emily registered the sound of the front door swinging open, followed by Lisa’s screams. In a flurry of commotion, Michael rushed up behind Dillon, grabbing him under the arms. Michael’s movements were frantic as he pulled Dillon from Emily. Both men stumbled, their limbs flailing in every direction. Michael landed on his back on the floor. Dillon fell on top of him. The loud thud echoed through the room. Michael tossed Dillon away, rolled to the side, and sprang to his feet. With Lisa’s arm curled tight around her shoulders, Emily shook uncontrollably, crying as she watched Dillon stagger up from the ground. Michael lunged, swung his fist, and caught Dillon’s mouth. The blow split his lip. “I should’ve done this to you last night, asshole!” Michael spewed. As Dillon righted himself, he stumbled forward, clenching Michael’s collar. Before he could do anything, Michael’s fist landed in a continuous assault against Dillon’s face, knocking him clear to the floor. A clatter of voices, including Olivia’s, rang in Emily’s ears as nausea churned in her stomach. She stood frozen, her cries dying in her mouth, as she watched her apartment fill with concerned neighbors and, within a few minutes, a couple of New York City police officers. After a quick explanation from Michael, one of the cops dragged Dillon to his feet and cuffed his hands behind his back. “You’re a fucking whore!” Dillon wheezed, spitting a mouthful of blood in Emily’s direction. “Nothing but a fucking whore! I hope he fucks you and leaves you like all the rest, you cunt!” Dillon’s poisonous words pressed into Emily’s head in a violent explosion. She felt as if she were a tiny particle of dust moving in slow motion in the middle of a roaring tornado. Though insanity whirled around her in a room filled with people, she didn’t see anything . . . but Gavin’s face. Though one of the cops threatened to make Dillon’s overnight stay a memorable one, she couldn’t hear anything . . . just the thrumming of her broken heart. The only thing she could comprehend was the numbness flooding her veins. She freed herself from her sister’s hold and made her way toward Dillon, who stood with a cocky smirk toying at his bloodied lip. Staring into the wicked soul of the man she’d loved for so long, the man she’d given all of herself to, and without a tear in her eye, she smacked him across the face. Unable to stop the pent-up anguish from the months of hell she’d allowed him to put her through, pain erupted in her hands, down to their fragile bones, as she continued to beat her fists against his face and chest. “You did this to me!” she screamed, struggling against one of the officers. The officer pulled Emily back as she glared at Dillon. “I loved you, and you became everything you said you never would! And you want to know something, Dillon?” she asked, her breathing a ragged mess. With the smirk falling from his face, Dillon peered over his shoulder as an officer escorted him out of the apartment. “If Gavin does leave me and never talks to me again, I deserve every second of misery I’ll be in without him.” Body shaking, Emily watched Dillon walk out of her life as quickly as he’d walked into it. She wrapped her arms around her stomach, thoughts of Gavin splintering through her heart as she fell to her knees. With her last bit of strength, Emily backed herself against the coffee table, dropped her face into her hands, and began to cry violently. Lisa sat beside her, pulled her into her lap, and cradled her head against her shoulder. As Lisa rocked her back and forth, Emily realized she’d saved herself from becoming another statistic. Another silent voice. Surprised she’d let it get so far, visions of her mother accepting the same brutal treatment from not only her father but countless other men flashed through her memory. The haunting images chilled Emily’s bones. “Shh, Emily,” Lisa whispered, holding her tighter. “It’s over now.” Olivia knelt beside them, her voice soft. “Are you okay?” She handed Emily an ice pack and opened a first aid kit. Taking out a bandage, Olivia tore it open and placed her hand under Emily’s chin. After securing a piece of gauze with medical tape over the fresh wound above Emily’s brow, Olivia frowned. Eyes watery, Emily nodded. “Yeah, I’m all right.” The remaining officer walked over to Emily, his overly round physique making his uniform look ill fitted. “Miss, I’m gonna need a statement from you. Paramedics should be here soon. They’ll take you to the hospital if you think you need to be seen.” “No.” Emily brought the ice pack up to her swollen cheekbone. She flinched as it made contact with her skin. “I don’t want to go to the hospital.” “That’s fine,” the officer replied, looking at a clipboard. “You can refuse treatment when they get here, but they still need to show up because it was a domestic violence call.” Michael sat on the ottoman, his expression piqued in question. “Emily, I think you should go get checked out.” “I agree,” Lisa said, concern brimming in her eyes. Emily rose, trying to rein in the discord fucking with her mind. She moved unsteadily across the living room to check if Gavin had called back. Lisa and Olivia scrambled to their feet and followed her into her room. “Em,” Olivia said. She lightly grabbed Emily’s arm, confusion creasing her forehead. “Why don’t you want to go?” Emily turned away and pushed her hands through her hair. She reached for her phone, her heart dipping when she saw she didn’t have any missed calls from Gavin. “I said no, Olivia. I don’t need to go to the hospital.” Tears gathered in her eyes as she slumped onto her bed. “I’m fine. I just need some aspirin and sleep.” Olivia’s lips formed into a hard line. She looked over to Lisa, her expression showing equal worry. Lisa crossed her arms and leaned against the doorway. “Emily, I swear, you can be so stubborn sometimes.” “I know,” Emily whispered. “But really, I’m fine.” Olivia lifted her head and exhaled toward the ceiling. Bringing her attention back to Emily, she placed a hand on her hip. “You want to know the only reason why I’m not going to push this issue further with you, friend?” Emily pressed her eyes closed and shook her head. “Why, Olivia?” “Well, that would be because you gave Duckleberry-Finn a pretty decent beat-down before his ass was hauled outta here.” Emily lay back, rolled to her side, and hugged her knees to her chest. Normally, she would’ve found Olivia’s comment somewhat funny. But not now. She couldn’t. It was all she could do to muster a reply. “Right,” Emily said, sadness clouding her voice. She brought the ice pack up to her cheek. Eyes steeped in pain from her discomfort, she stared at Olivia. “I guess I did.” Emily inhaled a deep breath, grabbed her blanket, and pulled it over her body. “When the paramedics get here, send them in. But right now, I just need to rest.” Though concern still showed on their faces, Olivia and Lisa nodded. Without another word, they walked out of the room. Over the next half hour, Emily filled out the necessary paperwork from the officer and refused treatment when the paramedics eventually showed up. Once the room became quiet and her thoughts finally started to settle, her eyes came to rest on her phone. Picking it up, she stared at it, her face paling when she saw it was void of any messages from Gavin. Tears streamed freely down her cheeks. Knowing she had to explain the hurt she’d inflicted upon him, she dialed his number. She chewed at the inside of her lip as she listened to it ring. When his voice mail picked up, she went to close her phone but stopped. Worry plagued her, and an ache for him, so deep, tightened in her chest. “Gavin . . . I . . . It’s Emily,” she whispered, trying not to trip over the emotions climbing up her throat. “I don’t expect you to talk to me ever again, but I need to say a few things.” Taking a deep breath and exhaling slowly, she continued. “Dillon diminished my sense of feeling alive, Gavin. But you . . . you brought that back to me. When Gina opened the door that morning, I . . .” Emily paused, wiping away tears. “I was scared you took her back, but I should’ve let you explain and I didn’t. I’m so sorry. I’m sorry that out of any girl in this world you could’ve fallen in love with, you chose me. I’m sorry I didn’t believe you when I should’ve, and it was me who broke your heart. I love you, Gavin. I know you’re the one who said you thought you loved me from the moment you saw me, but I know I loved you from the moment I saw you. Something inside me told me I was supposed to be with you, but I fought against it. So many things about you scared me at first, and then you showed me who you really are.” Unable to keep fighting the raw emotion weighing heavy on her heart, Emily broke out into hysterics. “Please forgive me for fighting against us, Gavin. Please forgive me for not fighting for us when I knew we were supposed to be together. Forgive me for being the weak mess I am. But more than anything . . . thank you for loving me. Thank you for your dimpled smile and your bottle caps. I’ll never be able to look at one without thinking of you. Thank you for your stupid Yankees and your wiseass remarks. Thank you for wanting late-night drives and sunset-watching with me. Thank you for wanting the good, the bad, and the in-between.” Emily paused and shook her head, but before she could say another word, the voice mail cut her off, the long beep alerting her that her time was up. “I’m just sorry the only thing you got from me was the bad,” she whispered, staring at the ceiling as she clenched her phone to her chest." ]

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[ "A multicultural, multinational history of colonial America from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of", "The Internal Enemy", "and", "American Revolutions", "In the first volume in the Penguin History of the United States, edited by Eric Foner, Alan Taylor challenges the traditional story of colonial history by examining the many cultures that helped make America, from the native inhabitants from milennia past, through the decades of Western colonization and conquest, and across the entire continent, all the way to the Pacific coast.Transcending the usual Anglocentric version of our colonial past, he recovers the importance of Native American tribes, African slaves, and the rival empires of France, Spain, the Netherlands, and even Russia in the colonization of North America. Moving beyond the Atlantic seaboard to examine the entire continent,", "American Colonies", "reveals a pivotal period in the global interaction of peoples, cultures, plants, animals, and microbes. In a vivid narrative, Taylor draws upon cutting-edge scholarship to create a timely picture of the colonial world characterized by an interplay of freedom and slavery, opportunity and loss.\"Formidable . . . provokes us to contemplate the ways in which residents of North America have dealt with diversity.\" -", "The New York Times Book Review" ]

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[ "In the first novel of Maya Rodale's stunning new series, an American heiress must learn to navigate London society and an infuriatingly irresistible rake . . .", "Lord Darcy is the quintessential Englishman: wealthy, titled, impossibly proper, and horrified that a pack of Americans has inherited one of England's most respected dukedoms. But his manners, his infamous self-restraint, and his better judgment fly out the window when he finds himself with the maddening American girl next door.", "Lady Bridget Cavendish has grand—but thwarted—plans to become a Perfect Lady and take the haute ton by storm. In her diary, Bridget records her disastrous attempts to assimilate into London high society, her adoration of the handsome rogue next door, her disdain for the Dreadful Lord Darcy, and some truly scandalous secrets that could ruin them all.", "It was loathing at first sight for Lady Bridget and Lord Darcy. But their paths keep crossing . . . and somehow involve kissing. When Lady Bridget's diary goes missing, both Darcy and Bridget must decide what matters most of all—a sterling reputation or a perfectly imperfect love." ]

[ "Review", "Rodale's first Keeping Up with the Cavendishes novel is chock-full of romance and humor...With a well-developed cast of engaging characters, this tale will appeal to Rodale's fans and newcomers.", "-- \"Publishers Weekly\"", "--This text refers to the", "audioCD", "edition.", "About the Author", "Maya Rodale", "began reading romance novels in college at her mother's insistence. She is now the author of numerous smart and sassy romance novels. A champion of the genre and its readers, she is also the author of the nonfiction book", "Dangerous Books for Girls: The Bad Reputation of Romance Novels, Explained", "and is a cofounder of Lady Jane's Salon, a national reading series devoted to romantic fiction. She lives in New York City with her darling dog and a rogue of her own.", "Saskia Maarleveld", "is an experienced voice-over actress and Earphones Award-winning narrator. Raised in New Zealand and France, she is highly skilled with accents and dialects, and many of her books have been narrated entirely in accents other than her own. In addition to audiobooks, her voice can be heard in animation, video games, and commercials.", "--This text refers to the", "audioCD", "edition." ]

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[ "Learn  the techniques and inspiration of painting outdoors with this award-winning artist", "Explore the world of painting with oils en plein air and enjoy the freshness and vibrancy of the work in this book - as well as the expert, down-to-earth advice of its author. Award-winning artist Haidee-Jo Summers explores the appeal of working outside with oils and the enormous benefits it can bring in terms of personal well-being. She also shares her techniques to allow the reader to invest their oil artwork with light, motion and life. Packed with information that ranges from choosing a subject to advice on painting in all weathers, this book gives you an insight into the working methods of this dynamic artist, and shares the techniques to allow you to invest your own artwork with light, motion and life. With dozens of Haidee-Jo's artworks to provide inspiration, and clear, step-by-step exercises and demonstrations throughout, this book provides an expert guide to the world of painting outdoors" ]

[ "Review", "Outdoor Painter", "One of the 15 Most Influential Landscape Artists on InstagramWe can’t get enough of these amazing artists on Instagram! Each of the following landscape painters are among the most followed, are reader favorites, and/or are just artists we love to watch in our Instagram feed.https://www.outdoorpainter.com/15-of-the-most-influential-landscape-artists-on-instagram", "About the Author", "Haidee-Jo Summers is an award-winning artist whose work has appeared in exhibitions worldwide. Oils are her preferred medium, though she has taught in many different media, on subjects ranging from gardens to portraits. Hooked on plein air painting, Haidee-Jo paints anywhere, no matter how busy or crowded the setting, how complex the scene or how difficult the weather.Since graduating from Leicester University in 1994, Haidee-Jo has received accolades, including the Young Artist's Award two years in a row by the Royal Institute of Oil Painters and the SAA Artist of the Year award in 2012. More recently her work has been chosen for the prestigious Royal Society of Marine Artists exhibition at the Mall Galleries, London. She was elected a full member of the Royal Institute of Oil painters (ROI) in 2016, and an associate member of the Royal Society of Marine Artists (RSMA) in 2017. haideejo.com" ]

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[ "This book emphasizes the beauty of geometry using a modern approach. Models & computer exercises help readers to cultivate geometric intuition.", "Topics include Euclidean Geometry, Hand Constructions, Geometer's Sketch Pad, Hyperbolic Geometry, Tilings & Lattices, Spherical Geometry, Projective Geometry, Finite Geometry, and Modern Geometry Research.", "Ideal for geometry at an intermediate level." ]

[ "From the Inside Flap", "Preface for the Instructor and Reader", "I never intended to write a textbook and certainly not one in geometry. It was not until I taught a course to future high school teachers that I discovered that I have a view of the subject which is not very well represented by the current textbooks. The dominant trend in American college geometry courses is to use geometry as a medium to teach the logic of axiomatic systems. Though geometry lends itself very well to such an endeavor, I feel that treating it that way takes a lot of excitement out of the subject. In this text, I try to capture the joy that I have for the topic. Geometry is a fun and exciting subject that should be studied for its own sake.", "Though the primary target audience for this text is the future high school teacher, this text is also suitable for math majors, both because of the challenging problems throughout the text, and because of the quantity of material. In particular, I think this would make an excellent text for an undergraduate course in hyperbolic geometry. To the Student", "In the Republic, Plato (ca. 427 - 347 B.C.) wrote that his ideal State should be ruled by philosophers educated first in mathematics. He believed that the value of mathematics is how it trains the mind, and that its practical utility is of minor importance. This philosophy is as valid now as it was then. A modern education might include vocational or technical training (such as engineering, medicine, or law), but at its core, there are the English and mathematics courses which make up a liberal education. Though mathematics has rather surprising utility, for many students, the most important lesson to be learned in their math classes is how to think analytically, creatively, and rigorously.", "Keep this in mind as you read this book. Recognize that the exercises are a fundamental and integral part of the text. This is where the most important lessons are learned. You will not solve them all, perhaps not even most, but I hope that the exercises you do solve will leave you with a feeling of satisfaction. Recommended Courses", "For a college geometry course for future high school teachers, the basic course outline that I recommend and usually teach is: (Section 1.1 - 1.12: Light on Sections 1.3 and 1.4); (Section 1.13 - 1.15: Optional); (Section 3.1 - 3.7: Section 3.7 is optional); (Section 4.1 - 4.4: Integrate with Chapter 3); (Section 5.1 - 5.5: Section 5.3 is optional); (Section 6.1 - 6.2, 6.4 - 6.6: Cover quickly and sparingly); (Section 7.1-7.4, 7.6 - 7.13, 8.1 - 8.2, 8.4 - 8.5: Use an overhead).", "Chapter 2 on Greek astronomy provides some interesting material which can be mixed in with Chapter 1, or used on 'optional' days, such as the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. I usually begin integrating Sketchpad (Chapter 4) after I have completed the first few sections on constructions (Chapter 3). A laptop and computer projector come in handy. Polyhedra (Chapter 5) might be considered optional, but I think it can be very valuable for a future high school teacher. In particular, Exercise 5.14 should not be missed, both as a class project and again as an exercise. These are lessons which can be easily brought into the high school classroom and have the potential to be memorable. I usually skip most of Chapter 6, and only introduce the 'crutch,' the concepts of parallel and ultraparallel lines, and the concept of asymptotic triangles. The beginning of Chapter 7 poses a bit of a dilemma. Most of my students are not familiar enough with path integrals and differentials to understand the arguments of Sections 7.2 and 7.3. I could not see a way of introducing the Poincaré upper half plane model that avoids these arguments or something as difficult. I usually ask those students to accept these results and not worry too much if they do not understand the proofs. If I reach Chapter 8, it is usually covered during the last week of classes. I think of it as a cushion which allows the-students a little extra time to absorb the difficult material of Chapter 7 before their final.", "One of the constraints I face when I teach this course is the weak background of some of our students. Education students who have chosen mathematics as their second teaching field are required to take our geometry course. Outside of this course, the most sophisticated course they are currently required to take is the first semester of calculus. We are in the process of changing this, so that these students must also take a course in linear algebra. I think a rather nice alternative for a class of these students would be to omit Chapters 6 and 7, and instead introduce the pseudosphere (Chapter 12) as the model of hyperbolic geometry, after covering spherical geometry (Sections 10.1 - 10.5). With such a course, I would not overly emphasize the axioms of geometry. I would instead emphasize the relations between these geometries through the similar results, most notably in the different trigonometries. Such a plan would require a little more thought on the part of the instructor, since Chapter 12 was not written with this organization in mind. Nevertheless, a good instructor thoroughly familiar with the contents of Chapter 7 should be able to pull it off. Special Notes", "There are many places where the treatment of this subject could have been done differently. I would like to take a moment to explain some of my choices, as well as draw attention to and justify some of the unusual placements of material. Instructors may wish to occasionally return to this section as they teach.", "In Chapter 1, I never do define the measure of an angle. Though I use degrees earlier, there is no real need to talk about the measure of an angle until the Law of Cosines is introduced. Before that, for example in the Star Trek lemma, we only need a notion of congruent angles, which is defined via isometries. Since I already assume knowledge of trigonometry when I introduce the Law of Cosines, I do not see the point of formally defining the measure of angles. The student is eventually asked to formally define the measure of angles in Exercise 9.21. In Chapter 1, when we do use the measure of angles, we use degrees, which is the measure most commonly used in high schools. Later, when we introduce hyperbolic geometry, we switch to radians.", "There is a nice proof of Ceva's theorem (see Exercise 1.120) which does not use Menelaus' theorem. This can be used by an instructor who wishes to skip Menelaus' theorem. One advantage of the proof of Ceva's theorem using Menelaus' theorem is that it also works in both spherical and hyperbolic geometry.", "There is a very nice proof that cos(2π/5) is constructible (see Exercise 3.18). The advantage of the algebraic proof given in the text is that similar arguments are required in the proof that cos(2π/7) and similar quantities are not constructible.", "There are a number of programs similar to Geometer's Sketchpad (like Cabri and Cinderella), but I believe Sketchpad currently dominates the market, particularly in the high schools. This is why I chose to learn and write about Sketchpad.", "I have grown to appreciate the value of Geometer's Sketchpad and encourage instructors and readers to not just shrug off Chapter 4. It can be very useful for weak students and can be very valuable for future high school teachers. It can also be very fascinating and instructive for talented students. There are a lot of questions about constructions that I would never have considered had I not been familiar with Sketchpad. For example, which tilings of the Poincaré plane can be drawn using only a straightedge and compass? How can we construct a regular 7-gon using a straightedge, compass, and something else (see Exercise 3.39)? Some theorems, for example Feuerbach's theorem, are also a little more satisfying when played with using dynamic software (see Exercise 4.22).", "Results in hyperbolic trigonometry are included in Section 7.16. It is appropriate to first read about spherical trigonometry, which appears later in Sections 10.2 and 10.3. I chose to introduce hyperbolic trigonometry first only because I wanted to keep it together with the rest of Chapter 7. This could have been avoided by introducing spherical geometry first, but because we introduce new geometries via a change in Euclid's axioms, hyperbolic geometry naturally comes first.", "Tilings are first introduced in the exercises of Chapter 5 together with the regular and semiregular polyhedra. They are introduced again in Chapter 8, together with things of hyperbolic geometry.", "Chapter 9 is an unusual treatment of the foundations of geometry. It is intended for students who have already taken a course in analysis and assumes an axiomatic development of the real line.", "When compared to contemporary textbooks, the placement of Chapter 9 might also seem unusual, but it is not so unusual when compared with history. A sound axiomatic system for geometry was not developed until the late nineteenth century, well after the development of models for hyperbolic geometry. Though the logical order of geometry begin", "From the Back Cover", "This book emphasizes the beauty of geometry using a modern approach. Models & computer exercises help readers to cultivate geometric intuition. Topics include Euclidean Geometry, Hand Constructions, Geometer's Sketch Pad, Hyperbolic Geometry, Tilings & Lattices, Spherical Geometry, Projective Geometry, Finite Geometry, and Modern Geometry Research. Ideal for geometry at an intermediate level.", "Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.", "Preface for the Instructor and Reader", "I never intended to write a textbook and certainly not one in geometry. It was not until I taught a course to future high school teachers that I discovered that I have a view of the subject which is not very well represented by the current textbooks. The dominant trend in American college geometry courses is to use geometry as a medium to teach the logic of axiomatic systems. Though geometry lends itself very well to such an endeavor, I feel that treating it that way takes a lot of excitement out of the subject. In this text, I try to capture the joy that I have for the topic. Geometry is a fun and exciting subject that should be studied for its own sake.", "Though the primary target audience for this text is the future high school teacher, this text is also suitable for math majors, both because of the challenging problems throughout the text, and because of the quantity of material. In particular, I think this would make an excellent text for an undergraduate course in hyperbolic geometry.", "To the Student", "In the", "Republic,", "Plato (ca. 427 - 347 B.C.) wrote that his ideal State should be ruled by philosophers educated first in mathematics. He believed that the value of mathematics is how it trains the mind, and that its practical utility is of minor importance. This philosophy is as valid now as it was then. A modern education might include vocational or technical training (such as engineering, medicine, or law), but at its core, there are the English and mathematics courses which make up a liberal education. Though mathematics has rather surprising utility, for many students, the most important lesson to be learned in their math classes is how to think analytically, creatively, and rigorously.", "Keep this in mind as you read this book. Recognize that the exercises are a fundamental and integral part of the text. This is where the most important lessons are learned. You will not solve them all, perhaps not even most, but I hope that the exercises you do solve will leave you with a feeling of satisfaction.", "Recommended Courses", "For a college geometry course for future high school teachers, the basic course outline that I recommend and usually teach is: (Section 1.1 - 1.12: Light on Sections 1.3 and 1.4); (Section 1.13 - 1.15: Optional); (Section 3.1 - 3.7: Section 3.7 is optional); (Section 4.1 - 4.4: Integrate with Chapter 3); (Section 5.1 - 5.5: Section 5.3 is optional); (Section 6.1 - 6.2, 6.4 - 6.6: Cover quickly and sparingly); (Section 7.1-7.4, 7.6 - 7.13, 8.1 - 8.2, 8.4 - 8.5: Use an overhead).", "Chapter 2 on Greek astronomy provides some interesting material which can be mixed in with Chapter 1, or used on 'optional' days, such as the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. I usually begin integrating Sketchpad (Chapter 4) after I have completed the first few sections on constructions (Chapter 3). A laptop and computer projector come in handy. Polyhedra (Chapter 5) might be considered optional, but I think it can be very valuable for a future high school teacher. In particular, Exercise 5.14 should not be missed, both as a class project and again as an exercise. These are lessons which can be easily brought into the high school classroom and have the potential to be memorable. I usually skip most of Chapter 6, and only introduce the 'crutch,' the concepts of parallel and ultraparallel lines, and the concept of asymptotic triangles. The beginning of Chapter 7 poses a bit of a dilemma. Most of my students are not familiar enough with path integrals and differentials to understand the arguments of Sections 7.2 and 7.3. I could not see a way of introducing the Poincaré upper half plane model that avoids these arguments or something as difficult. I usually ask those students to accept these results and not worry too much if they do not understand the proofs. If I reach Chapter 8, it is usually covered during the last week of classes. I think of it as a cushion which allows the-students a little extra time to absorb the difficult material of Chapter 7 before their final.", "One of the constraints I face when I teach this course is the weak background of some of our students. Education students who have chosen mathematics as their second teaching field are required to take our geometry course. Outside of this course, the most sophisticated course they are currently required to take is the first semester of calculus. We are in the process of changing this, so that these students must also take a course in linear algebra. I think a rather nice alternative for a class of these students would be to omit Chapters 6 and 7, and instead introduce the pseudosphere (Chapter 12) as the model of hyperbolic geometry, after covering spherical geometry (Sections 10.1 - 10.5). With such a course, I would not overly emphasize the axioms of geometry. I would instead emphasize the relations between these geometries through the similar results, most notably in the different trigonometries. Such a plan would require a little more thought on the part of the instructor, since Chapter 12 was not written with this organization in mind. Nevertheless, a good instructor thoroughly familiar with the contents of Chapter 7 should be able to pull it off.", "Special Notes", "There are many places where the treatment of this subject could have been done differently. I would like to take a moment to explain some of my choices, as well as draw attention to and justify some of the unusual placements of material. Instructors may wish to occasionally return to this section as they teach.", "In Chapter 1, I never do define the measure of an angle. Though I use degrees earlier, there is no real need to talk about the measure of an angle until the Law of Cosines is introduced. Before that, for example in the Star Trek lemma, we only need a notion of congruent angles, which is defined via isometries. Since I already assume knowledge of trigonometry when I introduce the Law of Cosines, I do not see the point of formally defining the measure of angles. The student is eventually asked to formally define the measure of angles in Exercise 9.21. In Chapter 1, when we do use the measure of angles, we use degrees, which is the measure most commonly used in high schools. Later, when we introduce hyperbolic geometry, we switch to radians.", "There is a nice proof of Ceva's theorem (see Exercise 1.120) which does not use Menelaus' theorem. This can be used by an instructor who wishes to skip Menelaus' theorem. One advantage of the proof of Ceva's theorem using Menelaus' theorem is that it also works in both spherical and hyperbolic geometry.", "There is a very nice proof that cos(2π/5) is constructible (see Exercise 3.18). The advantage of the algebraic proof given in the text is that similar arguments are required in the proof that cos(2π/7) and similar quantities are not constructible.", "There are a number of programs similar to Geometer's Sketchpad (like Cabri and Cinderella), but I believe Sketchpad currently dominates the market, particularly in the high schools. This is why I chose to learn and write about Sketchpad.", "I have grown to appreciate the value of Geometer's Sketchpad and encourage instructors and readers to not just shrug off Chapter 4. It can be very useful for weak students and can be very valuable for future high school teachers. It can also be very fascinating and instructive for talented students. There are a lot of questions about constructions that I would never have considered had I not been familiar with Sketchpad. For example, which tilings of the Poincaré plane can be drawn using only a straightedge and compass? How can we construct a regular 7-gon using a straightedge, compass, and something else (see Exercise 3.39)? Some theorems, for example Feuerbach's theorem, are also a little more satisfying when played with using dynamic software (see Exercise 4.22).", "Results in hyperbolic trigonometry are included in Section 7.16. It is appropriate to first read about spherical trigonometry, which appears later in Sections 10.2 and 10.3. I chose to introduce hyperbolic trigonometry first only because I wanted to keep it together with the rest of Chapter 7. This could have been avoided by introducing spherical geometry first, but because we introduce new geometries via a change in Euclid's axioms, hyperbolic geometry naturally comes first.", "Tilings are first introduced in the exercises of Chapter 5 together with the regular and semiregular polyhedra. They are introduced again in Chapter 8, together with things of hyperbolic geometry.", "Chapter 9 is an unusual treatment of the foundations of geometry. It is intended for students who have already taken a course in analysis and assumes an axiomatic development of the real line.", "When compared to contemporary textbooks, the placement of Chapter 9 might also seem unusual, but it is not so unusual when compared with history. A sound axiomatic system for geometry was not developed until the late nineteenth century, well after the development of models for hyperbolic geometry. Though the logical order of geometry begins with the axioms, I do not believe that it should be taught that way. A strong intuitive understanding of geometry is necessary for anyone to understand the subtleties of the axiomatic foundation.", "As mentioned earlier, the placement of Chapter 10 is a matter of taste. If the instructor wishes to introduce spherical geometry earlier, there is no problem. The only prerequisites for Sections 10.1 - 10.5, other than Chapter 1, are trigonometry and some vector geometry (dot products and cross products). Parts of Chapter 5 should be done before Section 10.6, and Chapter 9 is a prerequisite for Sections 10.7 and 10.8.", "If the instructor really wishes to emphasize axiomatic systems, I encourage them to look closely at Chapter 13. In this chapter, the finite affine and projective planes are first introduced as algebraic objects. 'We then define them as incidence geometries together with Desargues' theorem and eventually show that the two definitions are equivalent. This beautiful result due to Hilbert really emphasizes the relationship between algebra and geometry.", "Chapter Dependence", "Though most of this book is meant to be read in order, there are only a few chapters which have a heavy dependence on earlier chapters. Depending on course objectives, several chapters can be safely skipped, and in particular, spherical geometry (Chapter 10) can immediately follow Chapter 1. I expect that the reader has at least a decent high school education, including trigonometry, and that they have some mathematical sophistication. I also expect that all readers cover the bulk of Chapter 1 (say, Sections 1.1 - 1.11) before moving on. More background is required for some of the text, as outlined in Table 2.", "Errata and Web Support", "Supporting material for this textbook will be made available at", "http://www.nevada.edu/~baragar/geometry.html", "I anticipate that this page will include further exercises, perhaps solutions, links to related sites, and an errata sheet. Comments and reports of errors are sincerely appreciated and can be sent to", "baragar@nevada.edu", "Acknowledgments", "This text evolved from a course I taught several times at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. I would like to thank all the students who took this course, and in particular, I would like to thank the class of fall '97. They showed a great deal of character by embracing this subject with nothing but classroom notes and a text we never used. Their enthusiasm was inspirational and helped motivate the creation of this text. I would like to extend special thanks to Robin Fulmer and Brenda Walker, who both lent me their notes from the fall class.", "I would like to thank my advisor, Joseph Silverman, and my editor, George Lobell, whose encouragement helped transform those classroom notes into a textbook. I would like to thank Peter Shine and Dorette Pronk, who both provided feedback after they used versions of this text in courses they taught. I would like to thank Jeff Johannes, who also carefully read the text and who participated in frequent conversations about geometry and the history of mathematics. I would like to thank the reviewers too for their input. I would like to thank my production and copy editors, Barbara Mack and Martha Williams, who taught me a little about grammar.", "I would like to thank John Scherk, from whom I took my first undergraduate course in geometry at the University of Alberta.", "I would like to thank the members and coaches of the '98 and '99 Canadian IMO (International Mathematical Olympiad) teams. Some of the more sophisticated gems in this book are due to my association with these teams. It was also through my association with the IMO that I was exposed to Kiran Kedlaya's beautiful book Ke. I highly recommend this text to anyone with a serious interest in competition mathematics.", "I would like to thank Hanns-Heinrich Langmann of Germany, Ake H. Samuelsson of Sweden, and Bogdan Enescu of Romania, for graciously allowing me to use the IMO logos from '89, '91, and '99, the years their respective countries hosted the International Mathematical Olympiad.", "Finally, I would like to thank my wife Meg, and my son Timothy, whose support and tolerance made writing this text smoother and more enjoyable.", "Arthur Baragar", "Read more" ]

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[ "While Glaciers Slept", "weaves together the parallel stories of what happens when the climates of a family and a planet change. M Jackson, a noted scientist and National Geographic Expert, reveals how these events are deeply intertwined, and how the deterioration of her parents’ health was as devastating as the inexorable changing of Earth’s climate.  Jackson poses a stark question: if losing one’s parents is so devastating, how can we survive the destruction of the planet that sustains us?  Jackson draws both literal and metaphorical parallels between the degradation of the climate and her parents’ struggles with cancer.  Nonetheless, Jackson shows that even in the darkest of times we cannot lose hope.", "Jackson guides us to solar, wind, and geothermal solutions, bringing us along on her expeditions to research climate change and to educate people about how to stop it. Scientists are continually looking for better ways to translate hard science into human language and that is precisely what this book does.", "While Glaciers Slept", "shows us that the story of one family can be the story of one planet, and that climate change has a human face. Climate change, she convinces us, is not just about science—it is also about the audacity of human courage and imagination." ]

[ "Review", "\"I cannot untangle in my mind the scientific study of climate change and the death of my parents.\" M Jackson is a scientist, National Geographic Expert and glacier specialist, but her memoir", "While Glaciers Slept: Being Human in a Time of Climate Change", "rarely takes a scientific perspective and never claims objectivity. Rather, Jackson tells the story of losing both her parents when she was a young woman just embarking on life, and the trauma and extended grieving process that resulted.", "Following a brief, lovely foreword by Bill McKibben, Jackson poetically conflates her loss with the slow and still mysterious effects of anthropogenic climate change. Her scientific background and explorations of fascinating places—Denali and Chena Hot Springs in Alaska, Zambia with the Peace Corps—inform her writing and yield striking images, as she runs on spongy Alaskan tundra or contemplates cryoconite holes atop glaciers. But it is the personal side of her narrative that allows Jackson to address society's psychological difficulties with climate change.", "Each chapter of", "While Glaciers Slept", "is a finely braided essay, considering an aspect of her parents' lives or deaths alongside a facet of climate change's challenges. Jackson mourns her mother with the help of Joan Didion's writing; windmills offer possible \"undulating answers\" and comfort her on her drive home upon learning that her father is dying. She employs a disordered chronology that slightly disorients her reader, just as Jackson was disoriented. The effect is an evocative, lyrical work of musing and allegory rather than a scientific treatise. —", "Julia Jenkins", ", librarian and blogger at pagesofjulia,", "Shelf Awareness", "--This text refers to the", "hardcover", "edition.", "About the Author", "Dr. M Jackson", "is a geographer, glaciologist, environmental educator, 2018 TED Global Fellow, and an Explorer for the National Geographic Society who researches and writes about glaciers and climate change worldwide. M earned a doctorate from the Geography Department at the University of Oregon, where she examined how climate change transformed people and ice communities in Iceland. A veteran three-time U.S. Fulbright Scholar in both Turkey and Iceland, M currently serves as a U.S. Fulbright Ambassador. M works as an Arctic Expert for the National Geographic Society, holds a Master of Science degree from the University of Montana, and served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Zambia. She’s worked for over a decade in the Arctic chronicling climate change and communities, guiding backcountry trips and exploring glacial systems. Her 2015 book", "While Glaciers Slept: Being Human in a Time of Climate Change", "weaves together the parallel stories of what happens when the climates of a family and a planet change. Her 2018 book,", "The Secret Lives of Glaciers", ", explores the stories of Icelandic people and glaciers through the lens of climatic changes. She is currently working on", "In Tangible Ice", ", a multi-year Arctic project examining the socio-physical dimensions of glacier retreat in near-glacier communities across all eight circumpolar nations.", "Bill McKibben is an author and environmentalist. His 1989 book", "The End of Nature", "is regarded as the first book for a general audience about climate change, and has appeared in 24 languages. He is founder of 350.org, the first planet-wide, grassroots climate change movement. The Schumann Distinguished Scholar in Environmental Studies at Middlebury College and a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, he was the 2013 winner of the Gandhi Prize and the Thomas Merton Prize, and holds honorary degrees from 18 colleges and universities; Foreign Policy named him to their inaugural list of the world's 100 most important global thinkers, and the Boston Globe said he was \"probably America's most important environmentalist.\" A former staff writer for the New Yorker, he writes frequently a wide variety of publications around the world, including the New York Review of Books, National Geographic, and Rolling Stone. He lives in the mountains above Lake Champlain with his wife, the writer Sue Halpern.", "--This text refers to the", "hardcover", "edition." ]

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[ "Ce livret séparé, complémentaire au manuel de \"La Grammaire des premie rs temps\", comprend les transcriptions et les corrigés. Il permet ains i à l’apprenant qui le souhaite de travailler en autonomie. Le manuel de \"\"La Grammaire des premiers temps\"\" s’adresse à des appre nants de niveaux A1 et A2 du CECR. Il propose un apprentissage guidé, systématique et rigoureux de la morphosyntaxe orale et écrite du franç ais et permet à l’apprenant de progresser grâce à l’observation et la pratique de la langue." ]

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[ "From Publishers Weekly", "While Gunst's ( Condiments ) recipes for recycling leftovers will be appreciated by novice and expert, her book best serves foodies who read cookbooks as literature. The author's self-proclaimed goal, \"to open your mind to the many creative possibilities offered by leftovers,\" is accomplished with considerable flair. The volume is a springboard to ideas--defining cooking as improvisation, encouraging invention and validating the impulsive cook's yen for adventure. Important as well is Gunst's respect for frugality, a notion not always valued in America, but at the heart of the great cuisines of Europe and Asia (many of Gunst's recipes were inspired by these cuisines). At the book's core are 50 master recipes, basic yet anything but plain: Cinzano-glazed chicken with garlic and chives, grilled steak with Provencal herbs, a sumptuous roast goose. Leavings also make luscious and unusual appearances as chicken and eggplant curry with coconut, almonds and raisins, and as a savory lamb, lentil and rosemary soup. Another highlight is Gunst's thoroughly practical \"Leftover Pantry,\" which lists ingredients to keep on hand and guidance on how to extend their shelf-life. Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.", "From Library Journal", "Gunst, a food writer and cookbook author, makes leftovers that are not boring: Gingered Bluefish Pate, Beef with Wasabi and Croutons. She includes both recipes for leftovers and the master recipes that inspire them. The lamb chapter, for example, begins with roasted or grilled leg and moves on to lamb soups, sandwiches, casseroles, and more; many recipes can be varied according to what's on hand. There are a few near-misses here--a dish of stir-fried scallops made with leftover cooked scallops--but this is a good idea, and the book is likely to be popular.Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc." ]

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[ "Books", "Cookbooks, Food & Wine" ]

[ "This book is about how kids can use the Law of Attraction to achieve anything they want. It is unique because it uses the power of love, choice, and belief to teach the Law of Attraction. It will help all kids achieve anything their hearts desire." ]

[ "Review", "Boucher Brings the Success Principles to KIDS!", ", September 18, 2014 By Maria R Grasso (CHESTERFIELD, MO, US) - See all my reviews", "This review is from: A Simple Idea to Empower Kids: Based on the Power of Love, Choice, and Belief (Paperback)", "SIMPLY POWERFUL. Boucher invites the reader by beautifully pairing words and imagery. Boucher brings these success principles to light for our most influential audience, though...our children! A must-have for every child you want to see grow into his or her full potential. Sure to be kept on their bookshelves for life! (paraphrased)", "Incredible!", ", September 15, 2014 By Nickalous - See all my reviews", "This review is from: A Simple Idea to Empower Kids: Based on the Power of Love, Choice, and Belief (Paperback)", "This is simply awesome. I couldn't stop my face from being captivated with a wide bright smile as I read through this incredible book. The simple ideas are extremely important and to be honest, they have even empowered me as I read on. These quotes are perfect for your child and there is guarantee that in no time they will become self-actualized, empowered, and great achievers. A must have!By Dad of Divas - See all my reviews(TOP 500 REVIEWER)", "This review is from: A Simple Idea to Empower Kids: Based on the Power of Love, Choice, and Belief (Paperback)", "I was impressed with this short book. It was a book that really allowed my kids and I to have some great conversations about the Law of Attraction. What I liked was that this is a concept that not every adult understands and it explains it so well that a child can understand. Everyone, young and old can learn from this!", "From the Author", "The book-A Simple Idea to Empower Kids: based on the power of love, choice and belief is for kids aged 8 and younger. It was written after taking a course with the School of Online Business run by Mike Klingler and Robyn Linn. Once I knew the content and my target audience it only took 30 minutes to write. I call this 'inspired action'. These 3 principles I taught my own children with great success. It is my hope, wish and intention this book empowers kids every where and for generations to come.", "About the Author", "I am a RN working in an Intensive Care Unit in Kingston, Ontario. I love my work and I love people. In July 2013 I wondered if I could be doing more. So I joined the School of Online Business run by Mike Klingler and was the least savvy computer student online. I kept improving my skills and voila I published a book and then another...then formatted a workshop for kids.  I have just finished a third book. The future looks bright!", "Read more" ]

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[ "You're never too young to go camping and canoeing. Certified canoeing instructors Rolf and Debra Kraiker have paddled thousands of miles together. Their sons, Kyle and Brendan, ages 9 and 12, have logged more wilderness miles than most adults three times their ages. In this compilation of practical advice and personal anecdotes, the Kraikers, both certified canoeing instructors, provide expert guidance on such topics as introducing children to the wilderness, preparing formula in the bush, choosing and packing food, selecting the right camping gear and clothing, training young paddlers, ensuring safety in all situations, and campsite activities to keep young campers, from infant to teenager, occupied and entertained." ]

[ "About the Author", "Photographer and cinematographer", "Rolf Kraiker", "has been passionate about nature since early childhood. His films, which have aired as parts of popular nature series on the Discovery Channel, the Family Channel, and Global Television, have led the Kraiker family to camp and canoe in most regions of the continent. He is a former director of the Canadian Recreational Canoeing Association and an instructor in whitewater and flatwater paddling and canoe-tripping.", "Educator", "Debra Kraiker", "works with pregnant teenagers and young parents. She has an extensive background in family studies, child development, nutrition, and environmental science. She also teaches canoe-tripping and lakewater-style paddling. Her photographs have appeared in such magazines as", "Nature Canada", ",", "Kanawa", "and", "Northern Lights", "." ]

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[ "Books", "Reference", "Encyclopedias & Subject Guides" ]

[ "This unconventional book is an amazing collection of supernatural real life stories, which were all personally experienced by the author. Each miracle story contains a thought provoking biblical principle as well as a vital lesson, usually learned by accident in retrospect." ]

[ "About the Author", "Dr. David Kiteley and his wife of over 51 years, Marilyn, have served the Body of Christ for over five decades. His ongoing goal is to cultivate active reproducing ministries, which are fully trained and equipped to pass on their spiritual heritage and DNA to successive generations." ]

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[ "Books", "Christian Books & Bibles", "Ministry & Evangelism" ]

[ "Oil Well Testing Handbook", "is a valuable addition to any reservoir engineer's library, containing the basics of well testing methods as well as all of the latest developments in the field. Not only are \"evergreen\" subjects, such as layered reservoirs, naturally fractured reservoirs, and wellbore effects, covered in depth, but newer developments, such as well testing for horizontal wells, are covered in full chapters." ]

[ "Review", "The only book on oil well testing you'll ever need", "Book Description", "The only book on oil well testing you'll ever need.", "About the Author", "Amanat Chaudhry is President and Engineering Manager with Advanced Twpsom Petroleum Systems, Inc. in Houston, Texas. He founded Twpsom in 1995. The company is involved in the development of PC-based well simulation and management software support models and programs in reservoir and production engineering. He has more than 20 years of international and domestic experience in reservoir engineering reservoir simulation development and applications, well testing, water flooding, EOR techniques, reservoir studies and operations. Mr. Chaudhry formally worked as a Senior Reservoir Engineering Advisor an Senior Staff Reservoir Engineer of Pertamina, the state Owned Oil Company of Indonesia. He also worked as Senior Reservoir Engineer with Core Lab Inc. - now Western Atlas in Reservoir Simulation Application Group in Dallas. He has started his career in the oil industry with Reservoir PVT & EOR Lab Inc. (subsidiaries of Core Lab Inc.) in Houston, Texas, as a Research Associate. Her holds MS degrees in Petroleum Engineering and Chemical Engineering both from the University of Pittsburgh, PA.", "Read more" ]

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[ "\"In Pandian's highly entertaining, fast-paced fifth outing for spunky historian Jaya Jones, Jaya flies from her native San Francisco to Kyoto, Japan...As usual, Pandian dishes up authentic history and cultural tidbits along with a first-class mystery. She also adds just the right light touch of romance.\" - Publishers Weekly", "A fabled illusion performed by a stage magician who claims to possess real supernatural powers. A treasure from the colonial era in India when international supremacies vied for power. A phantom trading ship lost over 200 years ago. And a ninja whose murderous intentions in present-day Japan connect the deeds of a long-dead trader who was much more than he seemed...", "When Jaya travels from San Francisco to Japan with her stage magician best friend Sanjay--a.k.a. The Hindi Houdini--for his Japanese debut, she jumps at the chance to pursue her own research that could solve a tantalizing centuries-old mystery.", "With the colorful autumn leaves of historic Kyoto falling around her, Jaya soon loses sight of what's real and what's a deception. A mysterious ninja attempts to sabotage Sanjay's trick, along with Japan's most controversial magician, Akira. Ancient folklore blurs the lines between illusion and reality when a magician's assistant appears to be a kitsune, a mythical fox spirit. As tricks escalate to murder, Jaya and her friends must unravel secrets hidden in the ancient capital of Japan, before one of their own becomes the next victim.", "\"A beautifully complex, fast-paced mystery--a well-crafted blend of modern magic and ancient secrets, full of compelling characters and set in one of Japan's most beautiful--and mysterious--locations.\" - Susan Spann, Author of the Hiro Hattori Mysteries", "Related subjects include: cozy mysteries, women sleuths, whodunit mysteries (whodunnit), action adventure, murder mystery series, book club recommendations, amateur sleuth books, international mysteries.", "Books in the Jaya Jones Treasure Hunt Mystery Series:", "FOOL'S GOLD (novella in OTHER PEOPLE'S BAGGAGE) ARTIFACT (#1) PIRATE VISHNU (#2) QUICKSAND (#3) MICHELANGELO'S GHOST (#4) THE NINJA'S ILLUSION (#5)", "Part of the Henery Press Mystery Series Collection, if you like one, you'll probably like them all.", "Author Bio:", "USA Today bestselling author Gigi Pandian is the child of cultural anthropologists from New Mexico and the southern tip of India. She spent her childhood being dragged around the world, and now lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. Gigi writes the Jaya Jones Treasure Hunt mysteries, the Accidental Alchemist mysteries, and locked-room mystery short stories. Gigi's fiction has been awarded the Malice Domestic Grant and Lefty Awards, and been nominated for Macavity and Agatha Awards. Find her online at www.gigipandian.com." ]

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[ "Books", "Mystery, Thriller & Suspense", "Mystery" ]

[ "What happens when you find out something you wish you didn’t know? From the critically acclaimed author of", "Stuffed: Adventures of a Restaurant Family", "(“Taut, sharp . . . Vibrantly textured” —", "The New York Times Book Review", ";", "“Unnervingly delightful”", "—", "The Miami Herald", "), here is a smart, generous novel about two New York City women, the bonds of friendship, and the power—and responsibility—of secrets.Alice, the proprietor of a chic Madison Avenue resale shop, and Nanny, a Carnegie Hill real-estate broker, have never met before, but they have one thing in common: their best friend Roberta, who has just died of cancer. Roberta has trusted them with her last request—that together they open her safe-deposit box. What they discover inside compels two very different women to join forces on a journey neither really wants to take.Wryly observed, and rich with the atmosphere of New York City—from the Gotham salad at Bergdorf’s to the “Classic 6” apartment with OPW views (Other People’s Windows)—", "To My Dearest Friends", "is a serious book that happens to be funny: a novel of real feeling and real life, about how what we hide from those we love can take us places we never imagined we’d go." ]

[ "From Publishers Weekly", "Fans of Volk's critically acclaimed memoir,", "Stuffed: Adventures of a Restaurant Family", ", will be pleased to find her effortlessly amusing and wise voice behind her accomplished second novel. Alice Vogel, a 62-year-old married Upper West Sider (and proprietress of an Upper East Side boutique), meets, for the first time, Nanny Wunderlich, a 59-year-old widowed therapist-turned-real estate agent, when the two are made co-executrixes of their dead friend Roberta's safe deposit box. In it, they discover a letter from an unnamed lover (Roberta was married) and team up to discover just with whom it was that their dear friend had been clandestinely sleeping. Alice and Nanny's sleuthing is perfunctory, and their voices, in alternating first-person chapters (and some in third person), aren't distinct. But the two are still fully realized New Yorkers, and—beyond frequenting Zabar's and the Metropolitan Opera, and using words like \"gazillion\"—they have real, stinging insights into later life in the big city: \"Charles laughs. If smell had form and color, I would be enveloped in puce haze the size of a hassock,\" says Alice of the husband she loves. It's Volk's easy depth that makes this book, perhaps the first piece of empty nest chick lit, a winner.", "(Apr.)", "Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.", "Review", "“", "To My Dearest Friends", "has an irresistible premise: Two weeks after Roberta ‘Bobbi’ Bloom dies, her lawyer calls her two best friends, Alice Vogel and Nanny Wunderlich, to his office. Why? Because Bobbi has given them keys to a safety deposit box. And now the lawyer has a letter for them from Bobbi. Alice and Nanny–who have nothing in common but their friendship with the deceased–go to the bank. In the box, they find another letter. A love letter. To Bobbi. Undated. With no further instructions. . . . Obviously, Alice and Nanny can’t agree what to do next. But in the course of not agreeing they have reasons to get together. And we get two treats along the way: wonderfully sharp dialogue and observations, and a quick but deep look into the lives of two New York women. . . . I hoovered this book in an evening. . . . How does it turn out? With a fantastic surprise. . . .", "To My Dearest Friends", "is an addictive urban adventure story. Nancy Drew for the post-menopausal. Chick-lit for grown-up chicks. And, just maybe, the first novel about New York women to ring a bell for readers in the ‘burbs since", "The Devil Wore Prada.", "You don’t have to be 50-plus to enjoy", "To My Dearest Friends.", "Or even a woman. You just have to like ‘smart.’”–Jesse Kornbluth, HeadButler.com “Charming . . . A disarming story about marriage, friendship and choices that are kept secret until there’s a reason to give them away. . . . We see things from [Nanny and Alice’s] points of view, which is wonderful because, although they are very different, they share a city (New York graces every page), a wry intelligence and a wit perfected by years of experience.”–Anne Stephenson,", "Arizona Republic", "“A mischievous novel featuring two amateur sleuths seeking clues about their deceased friend’s secret lover.” –", "People", "magazine", "“Patricia Volk’s new novel–clever, funny, light . . . [with] a sly twist at the end–celebrates a precious urban resource: working women in their late 50’s and early 60’s, whose children have left home and who now have the space to reflect on their lives and to catalog the wonders and curiosities of the metropolitan landscape. . . . They are the city’s true grown-ups. In", "To My Dearest Friends", ", two such women, Nanny and Alice, are brought together by the last will and testament of a mutual friend, Roberta, who died three months earlier. Roberta has left them a letter locked away in a safe-deposit box, a steamy missive from an unknown lover. . . . [Nanny and Alice]–two very different women, each wary of the other–come to life on the page. . . . The result is agreeably intimate, a double portrait grounded in the detail of daily life. . . . [Ms. Volk] deals in individuals, not types. . . .", "To My Dearest Friends", "is a novel about privacy and secrecy, the difference between them and the various reasons why we need both. But Patricia Volk doesn’t hammer at her theme; she treats it like a topic worth tossing around, not the moral of the story. After all, she also has another, jollier topic to entertain us with: the abiding mystery of friendship.”–Adam Begley,", "New York Observer", "“Some writers have a magically light touch . . . . Patricia Volk’s sparkling new novel,", "To My Dearest Friends", ", will appeal to the same demographic as Nora Ephron’s", "I Feel Bad About My Neck", ". It’s the kind of book you read aloud from until friends beg you to stop so they can get their own copy. When Roberta, a family therapist, dies of breast cancer in her early 60s, she leaves instructions for her two best friends to open a safe deposit box together. Thrown together by this odd request, the two women, who dislike each other at first sight, find a passionate letter from a lover they never knew Roberta had. What to do with this unwanted information? Prim, snooty Alice . . . thinks they should tear up the letter and forget about it, sparing Roberta’s widower and daughter any possible hurt. Nanny Wunderlich, “a lapsed therapist” turned realtor . . . feels there must be a reason Roberta wanted them to know about this lover. She decides to do some sleuthing, repeatedly enlisting reluctant Alice’s help. . . . Volk writes movingly about love and loss, but she sets a resilient tone with an epigraph from Tom Stoppard: ‘Happiness is equilibrium. Shift your weight.’ . . . . Volk’s novel is very much a New York City book, and she gets the details right . . . More important–and what helps make", "Dearest Friends", "such an irresistible confection–Volk captures the profound importance of the deep connection between close women friends. Husbands and male buddies are all well and good, but female friends can relate on a different plane to mammogram terror or how even an improbable affair with no future can make you feel ‘connected to the human history of passion.’ Which brings us to another element that distinguishes Volk’s novel: elder-sex. Volk isn’t afraid to spell it out: even aging bodies have libidos. She’s writing about a generation that protested war and rallied for equal rights. It’s a generation that will not go gently into that good night.”–Heller McAlpin,", "Newsday", "“A book about the intensity and beauty of life after 50. . . . Yes, now the awful exodus begins. A few good friends are dying or have already died. Patricia Volk does not deny this sorrow. She romps right through it. This novel, about women brought together after the death of a mutual friend, is funny from the get-go, and a dear, timeless tale by its end.” –", "More", "magazine“A heat-seeking missive sets off the action of Volk’s deliciously mischievous new novel. Safely ensconced in her urn, the late Roberta (Bobbie) has entrusted a passionate and potentially explosive love letter to two friends who barely know–and don’t particularly like–each other. Nanny is a good-hearted ‘lapsed therapist’ turned real estate broker; Alice is a list-making, hyper-educated former Yeats scholar whose mantra is clearly ‘cast a cold eye.’ Ping-ponging between the two women’s points of view, we eavesdrop on their thoughts, watch them spar (‘I was her best friend,’ says Alice. ‘You were her oldest friend,’ Nanny corrects), drop in on their worlds. Who is the mystery lover, and what on earth was Bobbie thinking? Acutely observed, peppered with sharp insights, and steeped in native New Yorkiness, this deceptively light book has a lot to say about the complexity of friendship, the use and abuse of secrets, and the restorative power of love.”–Amanda Lovel,", "O", ", the Oprah magazine“Nanny Wunderlich and Alice Vogel are unlikely friends. Nanny, a psychotherapist turned realtor, is a bohemian widow . . . Alice, a third generation proprietress of an upscale thrift shop that caters to chauffer-driven ladies, is as uptight as Nanny is loose . . . The two are thrust together when their mutual friend Bobbie dies. After a lawyer contacts them, they meet for the first time to decide what to do about the contents of a safety deposit box–one letter from a lover neither knew Bobbie had. As they work to unravel the mystery of the unknown paramour, their relationship deepens. It’s", "Sex and the City", "for the middle-aged, a celebration of female friendship. At the same time, the novel wryly comments on aging, long-term love, parenting, and city life. Volk has written a small gem. Women–and perhaps men, too–will read it and immediately want to push it on every friend and acquaintance. Highly recommended” –", "Library Journal", ", starred review“Wonderful . . . compelling. There’s so much I love about", "To My Dearest Friends", ". It is at once sparkling and mature, hilarious and moving. I needed to know what happens next so badly that only darkness forced me to get up and turn on the lamp. What a great story of friendship, and of grown-ups’ capacity for growing up and enriching their lives! My hat’s off to Patricia Volk.” –Susan Isaacs", "“Fans of Volk’s critically acclaimed memoir,", "Stuffed: Memoirs of a Restaurant Family", ", will be pleased to find her effortlessly amusing and wise voice behind her accomplished second novel. Alice Vogel, a 62-year-old married Upper West Sider (and proprietress of an Upper East Side boutique), meets for the first time, Nanny Wunderlich, a 59-year-old widowed therapist-turned-real estate agent, when the two are made co-executrixes of their dead friend Roberta’s safe deposit box. In it, they discover a letter from an unnamed lover (Roberta was married) and team up to discover just with whom it was that their dear friend had been clandestinely sleeping. Alice and Nanny . . . are fully realized New Yorkers, and . . . they have real, stinging insights into later life in the big city. It’s Volk’s easy depth that makes this book a winner.”–", "Publishers Weekly", "“Patricia Volk writes with singular charm and wit. Her women are devoted and knowing: they know about loyalty, and what happens when love and morality collide.” –Amy Hempel, author of", "Reasons to Live", "and", "The Collected Stories", "“A wickedly well written novel that captures New York at our moment–when a woman is not just a woman, but a widow, a mother, a daughter, a best friend and a lover. And it is a reminder that despite how well we think we know our best friends, our spouses and ourselves, there is always something new to be discovered. Patricia Volk’s novel is a wry, deftly turned, heartfelt adventure celebrating the comedy that is life. I ate it–...", "About the Author", "Patricia Volk is also the author of the novel", "White Light", "and two collections of short stories,", "All It Takes", "and", "The Yellow Banana", ". Her stories, book reviews, and essays have appeared in numerous publications, including", "The New York Times, The Atlantic Monthly, New York, The New Yorker, Playboy, Redbook, GQ,", "The Quarterly", ",", "and", "O, The Oprah Magazine", ", and she was a weekly columnist for New York", "Newsday.", "She lives in New York City.", "Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.", "Chapter One: Alice Wakes", "Naked Charles pads from his shower to his semainier. He would not dream of turning on our light. Charles assumes I am asleep. After so many years, he senses his way in the dark.He slides a drawer, raising both pulls so it whispers. He extracts jockey shorts I fold so no seams show, each pair a white tuffet, his small daily gift. When we were newlyweds, Charles stood on one foot, then the other, a flamingo. Now he pulls his shorts up leaning against the wall. Someday he will collapse on our slipper chair, use his cane to spread the leg holes, then inch them up his calves. It is a privilege to watch your partner over time.", "If soul may look and body touch,", "Which is the more blest?", "Yeats knew.Charles steers his right foot in. I glimpse the silhouette of his bobbling apparatus. How perverse to cage it in clothes. All that flagrant manhood neatly squared away. He stretches on his undershirt. Watery light sculpts the muscle range of his back. No matter how soft Charles gets around the middle, his bent back stays bandy.All these years and there’s pleasure yet watching him.In the kitchen, Charles has put up coffee. I take a cup back to bed. November sun stipples trees along the Hudson. Leaves wink like sequins. Today will be perfect. There are, in a good year, perhaps ten such days in New York. They have nothing to do with temperature. They can come any season. No one can predict them. On these days the air is supercharged. There is more of something vital in it. People breathe deeper, walk taller. They pause to fill their lungs and smile without premeditation. Dogs high-step, their tails thrum. On these days the bus driver keeps the doors open when he spots you running.Along Riverside Drive joggers wear down-filled vests, no gloves, no watch caps. Wind billows hair but not enough to backhand. I won’t need a coat. The gray cashmere scarf, perhaps. In my date book I check off yesterday:RUNNOTES W. YUMISKIM, COF. FILTERS, COMETLUBA CHECKSCALL MR. FLEISCHMANA slash through each except Fleischman.Today is wall-to-wall appointments.10 MR. OLIPHANT: 230 CPSI’ll have to go downtown, miss my run. Why would Roberta’s lawyer want to see me? Does Betsy need a guardian? Betsy is thirty-one. Jack is alive. Oh Roberta. My poor darling.11:30 MRS. VANDERVOORTMrs. Vandervoort. Normally I don’t open the shop till noon but Mrs. Vandervoort is terrified someone will see her in Luba and her things are awfully good. Luba is about nothing if not discreet accommodation.FALL BAGSHow did that happen? Bags of winter inventory up to the ceiling. Here it is, almost December. They should have been on the floor after Labor Day.CALL CAMILLEShe’s due January ninth. Could the baby’s head be down? Oh no. What if they ask us to participate in the birth? Is that an invitation one can decline?TURKEY SAND/MOTHER6—CLAUDIO’SMADAMA BUTTERFLY!A jam-packed day. Should I cancel the lawyer? Reschedule for late afternoon? Better to get it over with. Surely Roberta didn’t leave me anything else. She gave me a bracelet. Our last lunch at Café on 5.“Alice.” She undid the clasp. “I want you to smile every time you look at it. You’ve got to promise me. Stop shaking your head, Alice.”“I don’t want it, Roberta.” I said. “Keep it. Please. You’re going to need it.”“Right.” She grabbed my wrist with stunning strength. “And O.J. was innocent.”What would I have left you if I died first, Roberta dear? You coveted my shagreen eyeglass case. You never failed to admire Grand-mère’s lava-cameo bracelet. How I wish I had given it to you.Gray silk blouse, gray cardigan. I prefer clothes the colors of the inside of an oyster shell. Gray slacks. I will make the most of this inconvenient morning. I will walk over to Broadway, pick up bagels for Mother at H&H, drop them with her doorman, then cut through the park at Seventy-second, take the West Drive, and exit on Central Park South. I’ll bring the puzzle, in case Roberta’s lawyer keeps me waiting. Then catch a Limited bus up Madison and be at Luba in plenty of time for Mrs. Vandervoort.Marvelous coffee. Italian roast from Zabar’s. One peaked tablespoon per cup. Charles knows how I like it. The beauty of a marriage is its ongoingness. The staying together, the sharing of history, the appreciation of wrinkles and sag in flesh once known in its taut prime. And the longest stretches of all, the plowing comfort of the quotidian, intimacy with all its lows and reprieves. Marriage is like liver. It regenerates.", "Chapter Two: Nanny Gets Up", "It takes a crazy man to make a woman feel alive.I roll toward you, launch an exploratory toe.The sheets are ice.Every morning it’s news. Every morning is Day One. Not that I dream you’re alive then wake up", "only to discover", ". Every night my cerebellum crashes. If you’ve been married to someone for thirty-two years and he’s been dead three, how long does it take to get used to waking up alone? Is there a formula? 32+3–x<365>:58+y=z?Thirty-two years and you croaked on me.Something important is happening today. What time is it? What good is a clock without glasses? Why don’t glasses have locator buttons like the phone? You press a button, your glasses beep and . . . There they are—innocent by the toaster. A locator for the phone book too. The cell. One giant locator screwed to the wall so you can locate the locator. The Master Locator. That’s it. I’ll make a mint. Missing glasses, the basic—no, innate—no,", "intrinsic", "irony: how can you find them if you need them to see them?I’m supposed to be somewhere. Something important is happening today. Maybe they’re in the duvet. Shake it and stuff flies out: books, socks, spoons. Our bed,", "my", "bed, it’s the office now. Office, dining room, library. If three rooms fell off this place I’d never know. The bed is control central. Everything that matters takes place on it. Except what used to matter.Bobbie. The important thing has to do with Bobbie.Think. Take it slow. Rule out places 100 percent the first time so you don’t have to go back. Not on the end table.End table done.Think, Nanny. You got into bed at ten-thirty. Finished the", "Times", ". Turned out the light. Ah. Still on my head.6:28.I clomp into the kitchen and by the time I reach the coffeemaker my ankles are broken in for the day. While it drips, I wake up my computer, hit the folder marked CALENDAR, and read November 20.10—Mr. Oliphant—230 CPS. Right.“Dear Mrs. Wunderlich,” the letter said. “I represent the estate of the late Roberta Heumann Bloom.”I don’t get it. Why does Bobbie’s lawyer want to see me? She already gave me the bracelet. Who knew she had a lawyer? Who knew she had an estate? Two weeks ago she was alive.12:30—Glogowers—1136 ParkThe Glogowers. Got to find them a place. Meredith’s six months. Breaking my heart, these Glogowers.3:30—the Kleckners—22 E. 87Ken and Ricki. Royal pain.Maybe she left me money. Wouldn’t that be something. I was her best friend. Bobbie worried about me and money.“He’s tapping his TIAA-CREF?” she marveled. “Fred’s taking money out of his retirement fund?”“He earned it, Bobbie.”“That’s not the point, Nanny.”What really made her nuts were our taxes.“Let me get this straight. He points, you sign? You’re telling me you don’t look?”And I’d say, “If I can’t trust Freddy, who can I trust?”“Nanny”—she’d roll her eyes—“trust is not the issue.”I print out today’s page and put it in my bag. In the bathroom, I wash my face—or, rather, cleanse it. In Makeup Court, soap gets you the chair. According to Flora, you must splash warm water, pat dry, dab on grapefruit cleanser, rinse, pat dry again, follow with kiwi toner to neutralize the pH factor, then study face in a 6X mirror. Not for the fainthearted.“If no one can see I have one white hair on my chin, why do I have to tweeze it?” I asked my daughter. “Why do I have to see what’s wrong with me six times larger? Nobody looks at me with 6X magnification.”Daily face inspection. Someone cares what I look like, even if it’s only me. Not that aging is bad. So you worry about a hair on your chin instead of a pimple. So your ankles are a little stiff in the morning instead of cramps five days a month. Aging is merely a substitution of things that alarmed you then for things that alarm you now. All of life has equal alarm weight. What should I be grateful for now that I don’t realize? What am I taking for granted one day I’ll miss? Knees! I never think about my knees! Women my age, women younger, have to ratchet out of a cab.Bobbie’s lawyer. Jeez, I hope it’s money.", "Read more" ]

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[ "An exciting, seven-level course that enhances young learners' thinking skills, sharpening their memory while improving their language skills. Written by a highly experienced author team, Super Minds enhances your students' thinking skills, improving their memory along with their language skills. This Level 5 Student's Book includes activities to develop language creatively, functional language practice through communicative exercises and stories and cross-curriculum sections that explore social values. The fabulous DVD-ROM features documentaries, interactive games, lively songs with karaoke versions and fun videokes that allow students to record themselves and play different roles. Class Audio CDs, including audio from the Student's Book and Workbook, are sold separately." ]

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[ "After an unusual upbringing, Claire decides to leave her Edinburgh home and travel to visit her old school friend who lives on Vancouver Island. Once there, she palms off her son, having persuaded him to pretend his father is dead. She sets out to find a job and a wealthy husband, and eventually finds both. She also finds herself in a very dangerous situation: her life is threatened. A prison sentence is likely. Can she find someone to believe her?" ]

[ "About the Author", "Pamela d. Holloway cannot remember a time when she didn't write. It started at school with essays turning into short stories. Married to her childhood sweetheart at 20 the next years were filled with babies, who as they grew older listened to her magical stories of imaginary lands and weird animals. Now free to turn to novels she has written a number of books and was finally encouraged to look for publication. This is her second published book. Her first being A Different Kind of Life., available on Amazon." ]

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[ "IMPORTANT: This is a rebadged version of Real-time Operating Systems, Book 1, The Theory which (so far) has received eleven 5-star, one 4-star and one 3-star reviews.This book deals with the fundamentals of operating systems for use in real-time embedded systems. It is aimed at those who wish to develop RTOS-based designs, using either commercial or free products. It does not set out to give you a knowledge to design an RTOS; leave that to the specialists. The target readership includes:- Students.- Engineers, scientists and mathematicians moving into software systems.- Professional and experienced software engineers entering the embedded field.- Programmers having little or no formal education in the underlying principles of software-based real-time systems.The material covers the key ‘nuts and bolts’ of RTOS structures and usage (as you would expect, of course). In many cases it shows how these are handled by practical real-time operating systems. It also places great emphasises on ways to structure the application software so that it can be effectively implemented using an RTOS. After studying this even the absolute beginner will see that it isn’t particularly difficult to implement RTOS-based designs and should be confident to take on such work." ]

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[ "Rachel Carson's epoch-creating Silent Spring marked the beginnings of the environmental movement in the 1960s, its 'First Wave' peaking at the 1972 Stockholm Conference. The invention of sustainable development by Barbara Ward, along with Rachel Carson the founder of the environmental movement, created an alliance of convenience between First World environmentalism and a Third World set on rapid industrialisation. The First Wave crashed in 1973 with the Yom Kippur War and decade-long energy crisis. Revived by a warming economy of the 1980s, environmentalism found a new, political champion in 1988: Margaret Thatcher. Four years later at the Rio Earth Summit, politics settled the science. One hundred and ninety-two nations agreed that mankind was causing global warming and carbon dioxide emissions should be cut. Rio launched rounds of climate change meetings and summits, with developing nations refusing to countenance any agreement restraining their greenhouse gas emissions - their blanket exemption from the 1997 Kyoto Protocol leading to its rejection by the United States that year, and again twelve years later in Copenhagen. This therefore marked not just the collapse of the climate change negotiations, but something larger - an unprecedented humiliation for the West at the hands of the rising powers of the East." ]

[ "Review", "'This is a brilliant piece of work that every climate change negotiator should have in his front pocket' --Jon Snow 'A great achievement ... Rupert Darwall has written a compelling and balanced account of a story that needs to be told' --Nigel LawsonA definitive and clear-eyed history of global warming alarmism --Michael Barone 'Like most of those on both sides of the debate, Rupert Darwall is not a scientist. He is a wonderfully lucid historian of intellectual and political movements, which is just the job to explain what has been inflicted on us over the past thirty years or so in the name of saving the planet ... Scientists, Rupert Darwall complains, have been too ready to embrace the \"subjectivity\" of the future, and too often have a \"cultural aversion to learning from the past\". If they read this tremendous book they will see those lessons set out with painful clarity' --Charles Moore, Daily Telegraph'A superb and compelling book' --Mail on Sunday'This is a brilliant piece of work that every climate change negotiator should have in his front pocket' --Jon Snow'A great achievement ... Rupert Darwall has written a compelling and balanced account of a story that needs to be told' --Nigel Lawson, former British Chancellor of the Exchequer and author of An Appeal to Reason'A total masterpiece' --James Delingpole'Gripping ... Darwall's book has been widely praised as a welcome addition to our understanding of this extraordinary story, which as he says reflects a historic shift in the global balance of power between the West and those fast-rising nations to the east led by China and India' --Spectator'Rupert Darwall has told a story of frauds and fools thoroughly and well. His truth may be inconvenient for some. For the rest of us, it is a breath of fresh air' --The American Spectator --.", "About the Author", "Rupert Darwall read economics and history at Cambridge, after which he worked at the Conservative Research Department, then in the City as an investment analyst and in corporate finance. He has written for leading publications in the UK and the US and for London-based think tanks." ]

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[ "Interspersed with 35 beautiful illustrations from multi-talented artist Mia Ohki, this collection of poems captures the wide array of raw emotions felt during the many phases of first love. From love's wondrous and enlightening beginnings all the way up to the lingering, stinging sense of loss sometimes left in its wake, readers will encounter a narrative voice imbued with passion and striking honesty. Written for adult romantics of all ages and stages, this book is for lovers who have loved and lovers who are loving; lovers who have lost and lovers who are losing; and, most importantly, it is for lovers who are always learning." ]

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[ "Hi reading frieeends! (southern pronunciation) I’m M. Brady, an enthusiastic teacher and author. I am so excited to announce my children’s novel, Butterball, is ready for you to experience. If you are a little country and love funny as all get out, then this southern twist on the ugly duckling is just for you! Need some more convincin’??? Here’t goes, you ever feel like you are just failing at life??? You can’t keep up in the fast lane, nothing seems to be going right for you, and work just keeps coming at you. Well, that’s when you need a little confidence boost. My book is not just for kids, it is a short read for adults alike that gives you that good feeling and has LOL southern charm that I just know you’ll love. Hint: I wanted to become a children’s author after reading so many hilarious books. Also, quiet reading can just fuel the soul, especially when it’s a great book. After you read it, I want you to do the lesson I have laid out for you on my website www.mbradybooks.com under the Butterball Experience tab. I didn’t just write this to make money, I wanted to send a message to the world that I see you! I know how wonderful and unique you all are. My book has a special message and experience with this in mind just for you. Do it with your kids and your bestest frieeends! What are you waitin’ for? $6.99 Kindle version, $8.99 paperback, and it qualifies for Amazon Prime Shipping. Y’all need to hear this message!!! Men included. Additional Synopsis: Fancy Girl Hamilton—yes, that’s really her name—is stuck being tortured through elementary school with the same mean kids year after year. What’s more, she doesn’t feel like she fits in with her family. Her mom, Bertha, and her sister, Jacqueline, are obsessed with pageants. And worst of all is the nickname she’s had since age five: Butterball. As Fancy enters the fifth grade, her last year at Brentford Elementary, she hopes it will be different. But sadly she finds herself with the same group of bullying classmates she’s had since she was five, those in the gifted and talented program. Worst of all is Katie Brentford, her archenemy, who picks on Fancy relentlessly. Soon, though, Fancy and her friends come up with a plan to get even. With wit, cunning, hard work, and determination, she’ll do her best to take those who are messing with her down a peg and embrace the person she is. In this novel for middle readers, a fifth-grade girl who faces bullying from both her classmates and sister works with her friends to take revenge." ]

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[ "From National Book Award-winner and Pulitzer Prize Finalist Alice McDermott,", "The Ninth Hour", "is the critically-acclaimed “haunting and vivid portrait of an Irish Catholic clan in early twentieth century America” (", "The Associated Press", ").", "One of", "TIME", "Magazine's Top Ten Novels of the Year", "A 2017 Kirkus Prize FinalistA", "New York Times Book Review", "Notable Book", "On a dim winter afternoon, a young Irish immigrant opens a gas tap in his Brooklyn tenement. He is determined to prove―to the subway bosses who have recently fired him, to his pregnant wife―that “the hours of his life . . . belonged to himself alone.” In the aftermath of the fire that follows, Sister St. Saviour, an aging nun, a Little Nursing Sister of the Sick Poor, appears, unbidden, to direct the way forward for his widow and his unborn child.In Catholic Brooklyn in the early part of the twentieth century, decorum, superstition, and shame collude to erase the man’s brief existence, and yet his suicide, though never spoken of, reverberates through many lives―testing the limits and the demands of love and sacrifice, of forgiveness and forgetfulness, even through multiple generations. Rendered with remarkable delicacy, heart, and intelligence, Alice McDermott’s", "The Ninth Hour", "is a crowning achievement of one of the finest American writers at work today." ]

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[A] great novel.” ―", "The Wall Street Journal", "“Stunning… McDermott has created a haunting and vivid portrait of an Irish Catholic clan in early 20th century America.” ―", "The Associated Press", "“Brilliant… perhaps her finest work to date.” ―Michael Magras,", "The Houston Chronicle", "“A remarkable snapshot of early 20th-century Irish-Catholic Brooklyn.” ―", "Entertainment Weekly", "“[B]eautifully crafted . . . McDermott illuminates every­day scenes with such precise, unadorned descriptions that the reader feels he or she is there, hidden in the background . . . [Everything] is treated with McDermott’s exquisite language, tinged with her signature wit…. [A] novel to savor and to share.” ―", "Bookpage", "“McDermott is a poet of corporeal description . . . it's the way she marries the spirit to the physical world that makes her work transcendent . . . The Ninth Hour is a story with the simple grace of a votive candle in a dark church.” ―Sarah Begley,", "Time", "\"In this enveloping, emotionally intricate, suspenseful drama, McDermott lures readers into her latest meticulously rendered Irish American enclave. . . Like Alice Munro, McDermott is profoundly observant and mischievously witty, a sensitive and consummate illuminator of the realization of the self, the ravages of illness and loss, and the radiance of generosity. . . McDermott’s extraordinary precision, compassion, and artistry are entrancing and sublime. . . This is one of literary master McDermott’s most exquisite works.\" ―Donna Seaman,", "Booklist", ", starred review“This seamlessly written new work from National Book Award winner McDermott asks how much we owe others, how much we owe ourselves, and, of course, McDermott’s consistent attention to the Catholic faith, how much we owe God . . . In lucid, flowing prose, McDermott weaves her character’ stories to powerful effect. Highly recommended.” ―", "Library Journal,", "starred review“McDermott delivers an immense, brilliant novel about the limits of faith, the power of sacrifice, and the cost of forgiveness . . . It’s the thread that follows Sally’s coming of age and eventual lapse of faith that is the most absorbing. Scenes detailing her benevolent encounters . . . are paradoxically grotesque and irresistible . . . McDermott exhibits a keen eye for character.\" ―", "Publishers Weekly", ", starred review“Everything that her readers, the National Book Award committee, and the Pulitzer Prize judges love about McDermott’s stories of Irish-Catholic American life is back.” ―", "Kirkus Reviews", ", starred review“The Ninth Hour by Alice McDermott: National Book Award winner McDermott is simply one of the finest living Catholic writers, and her new novel looks to capture the spirit of her previous work: families and cultures strained by the optimism of faith tempered by the suffering of reality. ... A generational novel sure to appeal to longtime McDermott fans, and to bring-in new readers as well.” ―", "The Millions", "“Extraordinary . . . Astonishing . . . Compelling . . . Surely there has never been as strong and clear-eyed a novel about kindness as Alice McDermott’s The Ninth Hour . . . McDermott is yet again at the height of her formidable powers. This work of art comes to us at a time when, as much as ever, we need a call to compassion.” ―", "East Hampton Star", "“Any good and proper Most-Anticipated-Fiction list of mine will always start with Alice McDermott.” ―", "The Quivering Pen", "“McDermott [is] the master of understated storytelling.” ―", "Washington Independent Review of Books", "Publishers Weekly", "Top 10 Literary Fiction Picks for Fall 2017Excerpted in", "The New Yorker", "PRAISE FOR ALICE MCDERMOTT “McDermott has the soul of an archaeologist―excavating shards of the daily routine, closely examining the cracks and crevices of the human heart.” ―", "O", "Magazine“Exquisite. . . deft. . . filled with so much universal experience, such haunting imagery, such urgent matters of life and death.” ―", "The New York Times", "“Packed with complexity and emotion” ―", "The Washington Post", "“Filled with subtle insights and abundant empathy and grace.” ―", "USA Today", "“Lyrical study of quotidian life. . . McDermott manages to write lyrically in plain language, she is able to find the drama in uninflected experience.” ―", "Los Angeles Times", "“With virtuosic concision, McDermott assembles this swirl of seemingly mundane anecdotes into a powerful examination of love, mortality, and ‘the way of all flesh.’” ―", "The New Yorker", "\"The micropoetry elevates the book from a gently story to a multilayered Our Town-like tale.” ―", "People", "“Each slide, each scene, from the ostensibly inconsequential to the clearly momentous, is illuminated with equal care.” ―", "The New York Times Book Review", "“The landscape of memory is a chiaroscuro in motion.” ―", "Boston Globe", "“That’s the spectacular power of McDermott’s writing: Without ever putting on literary airs, she reveals to us what’s distinct about characters who don’t have the ego or eloquence to make a case for themselves as being anything special.” ―Maureen Corrigan, Fresh Air, NPR“Extraordinary art woven out of ordinary lives.” ―", "The Quivering Pen", "“Gripping and resonant. . . In her own way, she achieves as much as the dazzling, muscular ‘hysterical realists.’ For she manages to break all the basic rules of writing―only quietly.” ―NPR“Almost without exception, each moment . . . is so thoroughly mined so that every story, nearly every thought it seems, reveals the true complexity of our lives.” ―", "The Coffin Factory", "“[McDermott] is a sublime artist of the quotidian.” ―", "San Francisco Chronicle", "“In beautifully understated language and an unerringly nimble free-associative narrative, McDermott weaves such an intimate complex life study that we feel each . . . accumulating loss until they become staggering.” ―", "Elle", "About the Author", "Alice McDermott", "is the author of several novels, including", "The Ninth Hour", ";", "Someone", ";", "After This", ";", "Child of My Heart", ";", "Charming Billy", ", winner of the 1998 National Book Award; and", "At Weddings and Wakes―", "all published by FSG.", "That Night", ",", "At Weddings and Wakes", ", and", "After This", "were all finalists for the Pulitzer Prize. 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[ "The Weekend Crash Course series consists of 30 sessions over a period of three days. Each session is designed to take 30 minutes to complete, so the Crash Course is an intense 15-hour learning period beginning on Friday evening and ending on Sunday afternoon. Naturally, you can adapt their learning to whatever schedule best suits your needs. Java 2 Weekend Crash Course is written to meet the needs of the reader who is new to Java. However, through the use of carefully constructed roadmaps at the beginning of each session as well as pre- and post-assessment software on the CD-ROM, the book is also quite accessible to the reader who already has some knowledge of Java." ]

[ "From the Inside Flap", "This book is for people who want to learn to program in Java. No experience in Java or any other programming language is required. It includes a CD-ROM with a self-assessment application (to help you measure how much you have learned), sample code from the book and several shareware programs.", "From the Back Cover", "Get up to Speed on JAVA 2 Programming — in a Weekend!", "The big day is Monday. The day you get to show off what you know about Java 2 programming. The problem is, you're not really up to speed. Maybe it's been a while since you programmed with Java. Or maybe you just like a challenge. In any event, we've got a solution for you —", "Java 2 Weekend Crash Course", ". Open the book Friday evening and by Sunday afternoon, after completing 30 fast, focused lessons, you'll be able to jump right in and start programming in Java. It's as simple as that.", "THE CURRICULUM", "FRIDAY Evening: 4 Lessons, 2 hours: Introducing Java; Loading and Installing Java; Creating a Java Program; Data Storage", "SATURDAY Morning: 6 Lessons, 3 hours: Identifiers and Data Types; Arrays and Java I/O; Java Operators; Decision Constructs; Iteration and Flow Control; Creating Methods Afternoon: 6 Lessons, 3 hours: Object-Oriented Java; Programming with Classes; Using Class Inheritance; Using Object Composition; Using Recursion; Abstract Data Types Evening: 4 Lessons, 2 hours: The Linked List ADT; Stacks, Queues, and Trees; Errors and Exceptions; Input and Output", "SUNDAY Morning: 6 Lessons, 3 hours: File Operations and I/O; Reading and Writing Text; Operations and Blocked Data; Computer Graphics in Java; Programming the AWT Class; Creating the Graphics Application Afternoon: 4 Lessons, 2 hours: Vector and Raster Graphics; Engineering the Java Application; Application Development Techniques; Program Testing and Debugging", "BONUS CD-ROM INCLUDES", "All sample code and auxiliary files", "All sample code and auxiliary files", "Assessment software to help gauge your progress", "Assessment software to help gauge your progress", "About the Author", "Julio Sanchez is an associate professor of Computer Science at Minnesota State University, whose programming books have been translated into Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. He has collaborated on more than a dozen previous books with Maria P. Canton, including the McGraw-Hill Programmer's Desk Reference and High-Resolution Video Graphics. Maria P. Canton is the executive vice president of Skipanon Software, a software development and consulting company and also teaches at Minnesota State University. She has collaborated on more than a dozen previous books with Julio Sanchez, including the McGraw-Hill Programmer's Desk Reference and High-Resolution Video Graphics.", "Read more" ]

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[ "Four lives, four stories: Iphigenia, Polyxena, Cassandra, ClytemnestraThe men died on the battlefields are the luckier ones..." ]

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[ "What distinguishes a bird of prey? They have exceptionally good vision, a sharp, hooked beak, and powerful feet with curved, sharp talons for grasping prey. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 50 familiar species of vultures, eagles, falcons, kites, hawks and owls (most perching and in flight), features silhouette profiles of key species groups and includes a map identifying raptor flyways and migratory hotspots. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by naturalists of all ages. Made in the USA.", "www.waterfordpress.com" ]

[ "Review", "“Waterford's Pocket Guides transform a walk on the beach or a hike in the woods into a rich opportunity.” ―", "Homemakers Magazine", "“The “Pocket Naturalist Guides” are colorful, pocket-sized, laminated, folded guides (3½\" x 8¼\" folded, open to 22\" x 8¼\"), designed to be taken into the wilderness. They cover states and wilderness regions, some featuring all wildlife and some much more focused (e.g., butterflies, ducks). Yes, they'll require creative shelving (we put ours in an old map box next to the other field guides), and their life span may be shorter than your average field guide, but their quality, low price, and variety are worth the inconvenience.” ―", "Library Journal", "“You can take your Peterson, Sibley and Kaufman. Keep Dunne on the shelf. National Geographic, too. If the book weighs more than the binocular, beginners just won't bite. So for our friends just starting to bird – and we mean those birding within 50 feet of their back window – we're giving them a started guide they can handle. We love the “don't overwhelm me” feel of these new pocket books from Waterford Press. These folding guides provide folds of laminated full-color.” ―", "Birding Business Magazine", "“Has this ever happened to you? Your out in a field or in the forest or on a stream and a bird flashes by. You get a good look at it, note its most prominent features, but you're not sure what it is. You could look it up in a bird book, but who carries a bird book a field when the whole idea is to travel as light as possible? Now Waterford Press has come up with something that solves the problem: a pocket sized bird guide that is four inches wide, 8 ¼” inches long and flat as yesterdays beer.” ―", "Chicago Press & Sun-Bulletin", "From the Back Cover", "Birds of Prey, An Introduction to Familiar North American Species, is a must-have, reference guide for beginners and experts alike. Whether you're on a nature hike or in your own backyard, you'll want to take along a copy of this indispensable guide. The Pocket Naturalist series is an introduction to common plants and animals and natural phenomena. Each pocket-sized, folding guide highlights up to 150 species and most feature a map highlighting prominent sanctuaries and outstanding natural attractions. Each is laminated for durability. (31/2 X 81/4 folded, opens to 22 X 81/4, color illustrations, map)", "About the Author", "Zoologist Jim Kavanagh has made a career out of introducing novices to plants, animals, the sciences and world cultures. In addition to creating over 500 simplified nature guides, he has also authored guides to languages, cities and outdoor skills. An avid traveler and backpacker, Kavanagh's path has taken him around the world to many remote destinations including the upper Amazon, Africa, Australia, and the Arctic Circle (and this is just the As). He is also the author of a series of state-specific guides to common species and natural attractions and a children's book on evolution.", "Read more" ]

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[ "Books", "Science & Math", "Biological Sciences" ]

[ "Rocky And The Senator's Daughter by Dixie Browning released on Oct 25, 2001 is available now for purchase." ]

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[ "Giant anniversary issue! Three stories focus on Winthrop Northmore and his young assistant, Wallace Irons, as they head to Washington, trying to spur arms sales by promoting a new Red Scare. These stories flesh out \"The Girl from Mars,\" taking us behind the scenes of events depicted in issue #4. Next, \"Another Me\" explores cosmetic neurosurgery and the paradox of how our present sense of identity can prevent us from getting treatment. Finally, as a unique anniversary treat, we offer a glimpse of the Martian Universe's future in two special stories! The second of these is a greatly reworked and restored version of a short story in the public domain by Jack Kirby, intended to honor the comics legend. All this plus anniversary extras, including a couple pin-ups, an updated primer on the cities of Mars, a short primer on the gods of Mars, and a Martian Universe timeline! From Martian Lit. More info at http://martianlit.com" ]

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[ "Books", "Literature & Fiction", "Genre Fiction", "Historical", "Military" ]

[ "From the author who “ranks among the best of the younger American spy novelists” (", "The Washington Post", ") comes a stunning thriller of ancient and modern betrayal.Munich: The writer Benjamin Stern entered his flat to see a man standing there, leafing through his research, and said, “Who the hell are you?” In answer, the man shot him. As Stern lay dying, the gunman murmured a few words in Latin, then gathered the writer’s papers and left.Venice: The art restorer Gabriel Allon applied a dab of paint carefully to the Bellini, then saw the boy approaching, a piece of paper in his hand. It would be about Stern, he knew. They would want him to leave right away. With a sigh, the Mossad agent finished his work, then began to pack his brushes.Vatican City: The pope known as Paul VII–“Pope Accidental,” to his detractors–paced in his garden, thinking about the things he knew and the enemies he would make. He believed he understood why God had chosen him for this job, but the road in front of him was hard and exceedingly perilous. If he succeeded, he would revolutionize the Church. If not, he might very well destroy it–and himself.In the weeks to come, the journeys of all these men will come together, following a trail of long-buried secrets and unthinkable deeds, leaving each one forever changed. Intrigue will dominate their lives and death stalk their paths, all of them in the shadow of the Confessor.Filled with rich characters, remarkable prose, and an intricately woven plot suffused with surprise and intensity, this is an uncommonly powerful work by a new master of the art." ]

[ "Review", "Praise for Daniel Silva and", "The Confessor", "“A shrewd, timely thriller that opens the heart of the Vatican.”—", "Chicago Tribune", "“Daniel Silva has now indisputably joined the ranks of Graham Greene and John Le Carré.”—", "The Washingtonian", "“Utterly compelling...uncommonly intelligent.”—", "Booklist", "(starred review) “Accomplished…elegantly written…a compelling piece of fiction, one that manages to be both superior entertainment and a hard look at serious issues.”—", "The Washington Post", "“Provocative historical revelations will keep readers enthralled.”—", "Publishers Weekly" ]

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[ "Books", "Mystery, Thriller & Suspense", "Thrillers & Suspense" ]

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[ "When Greyson Archer tosses a twenty on the stage of a strip club, the last thing he expects to see are the haunted green eyes staring at him. Finley should be home raising her infant daughter and baking cookies, not tucking singles into her G-string and giving lap dances.Greyson can't deny that he'd like his own private show, but there's not a chance in hell of that happening. The last time the former Navy SEAL saw her she was dressed in black, holding a folded flag and sobbing that it was all his fault... and he agreed with every single word. He couldn't do anything to help her then, but he can now.Finley deserves better than this dingy club, and when an obsessed customer crosses the line, Greyson leads the rescue and will do whatever it takes to make amends for their broken past.He never expected to want to settle down, but with Finley, everything is different. For the first time ever, he can breathe. But Greyson will have to fight for what he wants in order to keep the woman with the green eyes he's dreamed about so often.SLOW & STEADY is the second in the Alphas Undone series, but can be read as a standalone novel." ]

[ "Review", "PRAISE FOR BAIT & SWITCH:", "\"Another scorching up-all-night read by Kendall Ryan... The chemistry between Nolan and Lacey is off the charts. Lusty and forbidden and heart-melting all at once. What begins as a sizzling physical attraction quickly becomes so much more. Highly recommend!\" ―#1", "New York Times", "bestselling author Meredith Wild", "\"Fun, sexy, and with an unusual twist, Kendall Ryan’s Bait & Switch will keep you turning the pages well into the night.\" – New York Times Bestselling Author J. Kenner", "\"This was a nonstop read for me. I didn’t put it down until I finished. I loved it from the first page and I wouldn’t change anything about it.\" - Jacqueline's Reads\"This amazing story was so addictive that I read it basically in one sitting on a lazy Sunday afternoon.\" - Winchester Book Reviews\"Kendall Ryan, you blew this book out of the water for me!\" - My Girlfriend's Couch Blog\"Grey was sexy, demanding and had such a sweet soft side. Fin was sassy, vulnerable, and head strong.\" - Michell, GoodReads Reviewer\"This is an easy 5-star book for me (one of my favorites of the year so far) and I highly recommend it!\" - Pretty Little Books\"Sexual tension runs rampant along with feelings of anger, resentment and fear. They challenge one another while the push and pull between become undeniable.\" - Books and Boys Book Blog", "About the Author", "A New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of more than 18 titles, Kendall Ryan has sold more than a million ebooks and her books have been translated into several languages in countries around the world. She's a traditionally published author with Simon & Schuster and Harper Collins UK, as well as enjoying success as an independently published author. Since she first began self-publishing in 2012, she's appeared at #1 on Barnes & Noble and iBooks charts around the world. Her books have also appeared on the New York Times and USA Today bestseller list more than two dozen times." ]

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[ "Books", "Business & Money", "Economics" ]

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[ "Unsuccessful in his ambitions, the young and naive Peter Schlemihl seals a pact with the Devil in which he exchanges his shadow for the purse of Fortunatus, thereby gaining everlasting riches. But when he is ridiculed, persecuted, and hated for being different from other men, he realizes that poverty is easier to bear than the loss of his peace of mind. Originally written as a cautionary tale for the children of Chamisso’s patron, this amusing and poignant tale was hailed by contemporaries as a masterpiece with a wide adult appeal." ]

[ "Review", "\"A profoundly felt portrayal of the sufferings of a marked and excluded man.\"  —Thomas Mann", "About the Author", "Adelbert von Chamisso (1781–1838) was a writer whose family was driven from France to Germany after the French Revolution. Leopold von Loewenstein-Wertheim is a translator." ]

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[ "Books", "Literature & Fiction", "Classics" ]

[ "Ice cream or sorbet, red meat or fish, fruits or pastries, eggs or oatmeal-our lives are filled with choices about what we eat. That's why Lori Smolin and Mary Grosvenor's", "Nutrition: Science and Applications, 4/E", "helps you understand how to analyze nutritional information and apply your knowledge to the nutrition issues you face each and every day.", "Now updated to include the new Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) published in the fall of 2002, the Fourth Edition offers new and expanded coverage of such cutting-edge nutritional topics as the relationship between genetics and body weight regulation and the ecological impact of genetically modified foods and organic food production. In addition, this edition features a new chapter, Meeting Nutrient Needs: Food Versus Supplements, which discusses the benefits and drawbacks of meeting nutritional needs with foods, fortified foods, and supplements, as well as the role of herbal supplements.", "Student Study Guide", "Designed to be used alongside Nutrition, 4E this author created study guide provides students with a wealth of mate rial to help ensure that they are successful in the course. Included are chapter outlines, multiple-choice questions, short-answer review questions, and a variety of learning activities." ]

[ "From the Back Cover", "THE CHOICE IS YOURS", "Ice cream or sorbet, red meat or fish, fruits or pastries, eggs or oatmeal-our lives are filled with choices about what we eat.  That's why Lori Smolin and Mary Grosvenor's", "Nutrition: Science and Applications, 4/E", "helps you understand how to analyze nutritional information and apply your knowledge to the nutrition issues you face each and every day.", "Now updated to include the new Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) published in the fall of 2002, the Fourth Edition offers new and expanded coverage of such cutting-edge nutritional topics as the relationship between genetics and body weight regulation and the ecological impact of genetically modified foods and organic food production. In addition, this edition features a new chapter, Meeting Nutrient Needs: Food Versus Supplements, which discusses the benefits and drawbacks of meeting nutritional needs with foods, fortified foods, and supplements, as well as the role of herbal supplements.", "To enhance your experience learning about nutrition, be sure to visit the book companion website at www.wiley.com/college/smolin", "About the Author", "Lori A. Smolin, Ph.D.", "received her B.S. degree from cornell University, where she studied human nutrition and food science. She recieved her doctorate from the Universtiy of Wisconsin at Madison. Her doctoral research focused on B Vitamins, homocysteine accumulation, and genetic defects in homocysteine metabolism. She completed postdoctoral training both at the Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, where she studied human obesity, and at the University of California at San Diego, where she studied genetic defects in amino acid metabolism. She Has published in these areas in peer-reviewed journals.. Dr. Smolin is currently at the University of Connecticut, where she teaches both in the Department of Nutritional Sciences and in the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology. Courses she has taught include introductory nutrition, lifecycle nutrition, food preparation, nutrional biochemistry, general biochemistry, and biology. Dr. Smolon spent the 2001/2002 academic year in England where she was able to experience the food and nutrition culture on the other side of the Atlantic.", "Mary B. Grosvenor, MS., R.D.", "received her B.A. degree in English from Georgetown University and her M.S. in Nutrition Science from the University of California at Davis. She is a registered dietitian who worked for many years managing nutrition research studies at the General Clinical Research Center at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. She has published in peer-reviewed jornals in the areas of nutrition and cancer and methods of assessing dietary intake. She has taught introductory nutrition at the community college level and currently lives with her family in a small town in Colorado. She is continuing her teaching and writing career and is still involved in nutrition research via the electronic superhighway." ]

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[ "Books", "New, Used & Rental Textbooks", "Medicine & Health Sciences" ]

[ "Few books are actually written by the survivor, but this is one. This is a true story written by me. My name is Mary and I was born to London poverty. See https://maryhayward.co.uk/index.php/gallery for pictures from the time. Inspiring and uplifting. An emotional roller-coaster with an unexpected twist of romance that comes but once in a lifetime. Begging for food at the age of 8, with my 4 year old sister I starve. It is a battle of wits, and a struggle to survive the horror of hunger. Betrayed, my life falls apart. The legacy of my childhood I am abandoned alone and cast out onto the streets, a single parent homeless with a child of my own. It is the story of heartbreak and struggle, invisible to the welfare state. Yet something within me always fights, and I break free the shackles of my miserable life, and at last find the most amazing and wonderful love in such an unlikely way." ]

[ "Review", "This book reads like a Lifetime movie. It's a page turner, but in a sad and heartwrenching way. Anyone who's ever gone hungry, witnessed child abuse first hand, or even dealt with the horrible reality of addiction can relate to parts of this. Others can get a glimpse into a world most of us wish didn't exist. All of us could learn strength of character from this young girl. Wow..", "From the Author", "I couldn't write the book until now. It has taken me 30 years to come to terms with the shooting of my best friend. It was on my birthday as if she was trying to tell me something. Life was bad for my friend Joyce, but it was far worse for me, and she never knew. I have to tell the truth for all those out there who lose hope in life.", "From the Inside Flap", "If you can force your heart and nerve and sinewTo serve your turn long after they are gone,And so hold on when there is nothing in youExcept the Will which says to them: 'Hold on!'", "Rudyard Kipling", "From the Back Cover", "This inspiring and uplifting true story shows how a damaged childhood can become an asset, in fighting back and winning against all odds. This compelling story is a tribute to all those brave women who believe in 'yes we can'. Mary's life was always a miracle of survival. It is a tale of courage and responsibility, as she battles to keep herself and baby sister from starvation and TB, sometimes with fun and laughter, and at other times so desperate that we are drawn to tears. But when her  best friend steals a rifle, we listen to her heartbreaking plea to the Samaritans as her life is crushed. It is a story of heartbreak and passion, a blinding love so certain that it comes but once in a lifetime. She finds her freedom  to study at university , and doing what she does best, saving damaged children like herself.", "About the Author", "I am retired and living with my husband in Cornwall.", "Read more" ]

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[ "Books", "Parenting & Relationships", "Family Relationships" ]

[ "Hit the road in style and comfort you built yourself...", "The road trip has been a celebrated American tradition for as long as there have been roads on which to travel. Combined with our love of the great outdoors, hitting the road in search of some peace under the stars is a goal for anyone old enough to drive -- even more so in today's hectic, wired world. Millennials and retiring boomers want to take a break,especially one that reflects their ever increasing simple and minimal mindset. Enter the Teardrop Trailer. First designed in 1930's for cars lacking power, they've re-emerged as a smart, aerodynamic, and eye-catching option for seeking out the quiet beauty that camping offers...but with plenty of comfort. Think of the tiny house movement going camping...", "Matt Berger’s book", "The Handmade Teardrop Trailer: Design & Build a Tiny Classic Camper from Scratch", "hands you the keys to craft your own stylish adventure.", "The Handmade Teardrop Trailer", "guides you through the journey from sketchbook to first road trip, and will prepare you to design and build your own comfortable pull-behind Tiny Trailer. And, to achieve this you don’t need much space, just a garage bay or shared workspace, and the most basic tools and materials available at your nearby hardware store or home center.", "Because we all have our own \"get away from it all\" road-trip fantasies when it comes to comfort, style, and purpose,", "The Handmade Teardrop Trailer", "will train you up like a pro on the basics of trailer design, backed up by deep research and experimentation. Illustrations provide measurements and construction details that are easy to adapt for variations in size and configuration and more than 100 step-by-step photos illuminate every detail in the design and build process. With this handy guide leading the way, you’ll be shutting down the computer, storing the cellphone, and hitting the road to find some peace in a classic tiny trailer camper you built by yourself." ]

[ "Review", "\"This is a dangerous book. If, like me, you've harbored secret dreams of building a teardrop trailer, there's a very good chance Matt Berger's book will send you over the edge and off to scout out a trailer on which to begin your build. The good news is that the book offers plenty of really good tips and sound information to help ensure that your efforts result in a road-worthy home away from home. This is a truly excellent resource, and one I hope to putto use in the near future.\"", "-Mike Pekovich, author of", "The Why and How of Woodworking", "and Creative Director at", "Fine Woodworking Magazine", "\"This book makes me want to break out the power tools and then take to the open road! No matter your skill level, if you've got an itch for building, Matt Berger's story and personable instruction style will inspire you to get your hands dirty and tackle creative challenges in a real way. Unlike many other DIY building books, this one is a truly accessible design guide and a step-by-step building recipe for the adventurer in all of us.\"", "- Emily Pilloton, Founder and Executive Director of Project H Design and the Girls Garage", "\"If you have a hankering to build your own teardrop camper, a good place to start would be Matt Berger's book, \"The Handmade Teardrop Trailer.\" He's taken all the guesswork out of a build.\"", "- Bob Phillips in Cool Tears Magazine, Nov. 2018", "From the Back Cover", "Find Your Happy Place in a Classic Trailer You Can Build Yourself", "If you love camping, but you’re tired of sleeping on the ground or dream of simply checking out and hitting the road, then a teardrop trailer might be the perfect DIY project for you. Sleek, nimble, and oh-so-comfortable, a custom-built teardrop trailer lets you escape in style. From sketchbook ideas to complete step-by-step know-how, The Handmade Teardrop Trailer will train you up like a pro on how to successfully build this iconic camper. With only basic tools, easy-to-find materials, and a little bit of space required, The Handmade Teardrop Trailer will have you happily getting back to nature or out of Dodge in search of your happy place.", "Inside You’ll Find:", "Inspiration and advice from the teardrop community", "Inspiration and advice from the teardrop community", "Smart Q&As on choosing the right trailer frame", "Smart Q&As on choosing the right trailer frame", "Step-by-step photos from building the base to installing the trim", "Step-by-step photos from building the base to installing the trim", "Helpful notes from the road on owning a teardrop trailer", "Helpful notes from the road on owning a teardrop trailer", "About the Author", "Matt Berger", "is a designer and builder of everyday objects, and the author of", "The Handmade Skateboard", "(Spring House Press, 2014). A lifelong hobby enthusiast and workshop adventurer, Matt makes a living creating digital products, and makes a passion out of building physical products in his garage workshop and local maker spaces. Matt earned his stripes in the woodshop as an editor at", "Fine Woodworking", "magazine, where he launched FineWoodworking.com, and produced and starred in how-to videos for the website. Matt applied all the skills learned and practiced at the Fine Woodworking shop to create a series of workshops teaching students of all ages how to build a handmade skateboard. That turned into his first book and the DIY brand SK8Makers.", "The Handmade Teardrop Trailer", "is his second book. He lives in Northern California.", "Read more" ]

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[ "Books", "Crafts, Hobbies & Home", "Home Improvement & Design" ]

[ "Brought to you by the mother and son team that created “Coolhead Luke and Other Stories”, this second collection will engage and delight even the most reluctant readers. Jennifer’s humorous poems and Colin’s whimsical illustrations play off each other beautifully, creating an inventive world in which characters are presented with a bizarre assortment of challenges and absurdities. The poems are composed in an animated, jaunty style that is a pleasure to read. In the midst of the fun, there are teachable opportunities to demonstrate the fundamentals of poetry, including a teacher’s guide in the back of the book. Ideal for ages 8-12, this is a charming collection for children and parents alike." ]

[ "About the Author", "Jennifer White and her son, Colin, are the author and illustrator of two humorous poetry books for children: \"Coolhead Luke and Other Stories\" and \"On The Edge with Coolhead Luke\". Jennifer has also been published in the Chicken Soup series and Fun for Kidz magazine. When not writing, Jennifer is a self-employed media consultant. Colin is now a student in high school. He illustrated the Coolhead Luke books when he was between 10 and 13 years old." ]

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[ "Books", "Children's Books", "Literature & Fiction" ]

[ "The Best Devotional Journal to Record is perfect for Prayer, Inspirations, Gratitude and Other your well Prays! recording memories & Plan of your Devotional personalized messages and leave advice & plan everyday for yourself. It has 365 days but noted in 7 days is not the same, so you can take notes and develop every day. Size: 8.5x11Inch Over 365Pages for recording. interior: Over 365Pages lined pages Personalized dedication page, Easy to use & Perfect binding If you are looking for The Best Devotional Journal to record your Prayer, Inspirations, Gratitude and Other, then this one is for you!" ]

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[ "Books", "Stationery, Journals & Notebooks", "Journals" ]