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GED test prep 2024-2025
Paper Book
With realistic practice, proven strategies, and expert guidance, Kaplan's GED Test Prep 2024-2025 (English edition, US exam) gives you everything you need to pass the test. Kaplan is the official partner for online prep for the GED test, and our content is 100% aligned with...
Feel-good productivity : how to do more of what matters to you
Abdaal, Ali
Paper Book
The secret to productivity isn't discipline. It's joy. We think that productivity is all about hard work. That the road to success is lined with endless frustration and toil. But what if there's another way? Dr Ali Abdaal - the world's most-followed productivity...
Barkcuterie : over 25 pawsome snack boards your dog will love
Andranikian, Alina
Paper Book
With Barkcuterie, create tasty boards for your furry companion.
American Eclipse: A Nation's Epic Race to Catch the Shadow of the Moon and Win the Glory of the World
Baron, David
Paper Book
With this "suspenseful narrative history" (Maureen Corrigan, NPR's Fresh Air), award-winning science writer David Baron tells the story of the enterprising scientists--among them, planet hunter James Craig Watson, pioneering astronomer Maria Mitchell, and ambitious young inventor Thomas Edison-...
Garden
Biggs, Matthew
Paper Book
As seen in The New York Times, NPR.org, Gardens Illustrated, and AD Pro A richly illustrated survey celebrating humankind's enduring relationship with the garden, explored throughout art, science, history, and culture Garden takes...
The upcycled self : a memoir on the art of becoming who we are
Black Thought
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * "One of hip-hop's greatest MCs, unpacking his harrowing, remarkable journey in his own words, with enough insights for two lifetimes."--Lin-Manuel Miranda, award-winning songwriter, producer, director, and creator of In the Heights and Hamilton
Tripping on utopia : Margaret Mead, the Cold War, and the troubled birth of psychedelic science
Breen, Benjamin
Paper Book
A Los Angeles Times Bestseller One of The New Yorker's best books of 2024 A bold and brilliant revisionist take on the history of psychedelics in the twentieth century, illuminating how a...
Unmasking AI : my mission to protect what is human in a world of machines
Buolamwini, Joy
Paper Book
NATIONAL BESTSELLER * "The conscience of the AI revolution" (Fortune) explains how we've arrived at an era of AI harms and oppression, and what we can do to avoid its pitfalls. "AI is not coming, it's here. If we answer the beautiful call inside these pages, we can decide who...
Living the artist's way : an intuitive path to greater creativity : a six-week artist's way program
Cameron, Julia
Paper Book
Discover the revolutionary new Artist's Way tool, from "the Queen of Change" (New York Times) In her internationally bestselling book, The Artist's Way, Julia Cameron shared with her millions of readers the three main tools needed to unlock creativity. Now, in...
Bismarck's war : the Franco-Prussian War and the making of modern Europe
Chrastil, Rachel
Paper Book
"The best modern account" (Wall Street Journal) of the war that toppled the French Empire, unified Germany, and set Europe on the path to World War I   Among the conflicts that convulsed Europe during the nineteenth century, none was more startling and...
Frommer's Disney World, Universal, and Orlando
Cochran, Jason.
Paper Book
Preparing for an Orlando vacation can be a full-time job, and it costs a small fortune. Most other books on the market make the problem worse, burying vacationers in endless pages of pointless details unquestioningly cheering for the high-priced theme parks and resorts....
Black birds in the sky : the story and legacy of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre
Colbert, Brandy
Paper Book
A searing new work of nonfiction from award-winning author Brandy Colbert about the history and legacy of one of the most deadly and destructive acts of racial violence in American history: the Tulsa Race Massacre. Winner, Boston Globe-Horn Book Award. In the early morning of June 1, 1921,...
A moving child is a learning child : how the body teaches the brain to think (birth to age 7)
Connell, Gill.
Paper Book
In order to learn, kids' need to move! Grounded in best practices and current research, this hands-on resource connects the dots that link brain activity, movement, and early learning. The expert authors unveil the Kinetic Scale: a visual map of the active learning needs of infants,...
The survivors of the Clotilda : the lost stories of the last captives of the American slave trade
Durkin, Hannah
Paper Book
NAMED A TOP BOOK OF 2024 BY AMAZON AND WASHINGTON POST "The Survivors of the Clotilda, a comprehensive account of one of the most important parts of American history, is a triumph."--Booklist (starred review) "A welcome history of defiance and survival."--Kirkus Reviews ...
On this day in history sh!t went down
Fell, James (Motivation, health, and fitness writer)
Paper Book
The hilarious,irreverent guide to world history you never knew you needed, featuring366 profanity-filled tales of triumph and terror, science and stupidity, courage and cowardice Those who cannot remember the past. . . need a history teacher who says"f*ck" a lot.
The art of upcycling : creative ways to make something beautiful out of trash, thrifted finds and everyday recyclables
Foss, Emma
Paper Book
Upgrade Your Upcycling Game! Discover a trove of upcycling ideas and inspiration, with this collection of projects from upcycling influencer Emma Foss. She shares detailed, step-by-step tutorials to teach you essential upcycling techniques so you can create something out of nothing. Through these...
Down the drain
Fox, Julia (Actress)
Paper Book
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The hotly anticipated book from "one of the all-time pop-culture greats" (New York magazine) that chronicles her shocking life and unyielding determination to not only survive but achieve her dreams. Julia Fox is famous for...
Redemptive divorce : a biblical process that offers guidance for the suffering partner, healing for the offending spouse, and the best catalyst for restoration
Gaither, Mark W.
Paper Book
A graceful, biblical way to reclaim sanity for the home and dignity for the suffering spouse in a dysfunctional or dangerous marriage. Thousands of conscientious believers wanting to honor the sacred vows they took before God suffer in dysfunctional, even dangerous marriages. Each and...
Gut check : unleash the power of your microbiome to reverse disease and transform your mental, physical, and emotional health
Gundry, Steven R.
Paper Book
In this groundbreaking addition to his New York Times bestselling Plant Paradox series, Steven R.Gundry, MD offers a definitive guide to the gut biome and its control over its home--us!--revealing the unimaginably complex and intelligent ecosystem controlling our health and...
Life Is Hard. God Is Good. Let's Dance. : Living at Peace in a World Gone Mad
Hansen, Brant
Paper Book
"Quirky and inviting essays on what it means to live joyfully in a world full of 'anger and anxiety'...This optimism booster has a light touch and a lasting impact."--Publishers Weekly An essential companion to Brant Hansen's bestselling Unoffendable, this book is about one...
The Making of a King : King Charles III and the Modern Monarchy
Hardman, Robert.
Paper Book
The dramatic story of the new king's evolution over the past year from Prince of Wales to King Charles III, from one of the most acclaimed royal biographers writing today. No British monarch has had a tougher act to follow. Now, after seventy years of waiting and...
National Geographic herbal : 100 herbs from the world's healing traditions
Hernandez, Mimi Prunella
Paper Book
Targeted to the millions of consumers treating common ailments with herbal remedies, this authoritative guide to 100 essential herbs is chock-full of crucial information for the health-minded consumer, wellness advocate, gardener, and naturalist. Written by the executive director...
Dear sister : a memoir of secrets, survival, and unbreakable bonds
Horton, Michelle
Paper Book
In this "incendiary" memoir, a woman fights the criminal justice system to release her incarcerated sister after she kills her longtime abuser (Publishers Weekly). In September 2017, a knock on the door upends Michelle Horton's life: she learns that...
Alexandria : the city that changed the world
Issa, Islam
Paper Book
An original, authoritative, and lively cultural history of the first modern city, from pre-Homeric times to the present day. Islam Issa's father had always told him about their city's magnificence, and as he looked at the new library in Alexandria it finally hit home. This is no...
Mother, nature : a 5,000-mile journey to discover if a mother and son can survive their differences
Jenkins, Jedidiah
Ebook
NATIONAL BESTSELLER * From the author of To Shake the Sleeping Self . . . "Exquisitely written and completely compelling . . . As Jedidiah Jenkins traces a 5,000-mile route with his wildly entertaining mother, Barb, he begins to untangle the live wires of a parent-child...
Kaplan Gre Prep Plus 2024 : Updated for the New Gre
Kaplan Test Prep (COR)
Paper Book
Unlock your full potential with GRE Prep Plus 2024-2025, the premier study guide designed to give you the competitive edge you need to excel on the GRE. Tailored for ambitious test-takers, this comprehensive resource goes beyond the basics, offering advanced strategies, in-depth content...
Conversational Korean : everyday phrases and vocabulary ideal for K-Pop and K-Drama fans!
Kim, Joenghee
Paper Book
Current and useful phrases for K-Pop and K-Drama Fans! This super-cute, full-color phrasebook covers all the situations you are likely to encounter in daily life, whether at school, work, hanging out with your friends, discussing your favorite K-Pop bands, having computer...
Rental person who does nothing : a memoir
Morimoto, Shoji
Paper Book
***Now an International Bestseller!*** A Publisher's Weekly Pick of 2024! "Distinctively Japanese musings on meaning and connection."--Observer I'm starting a service... available for any situation in which all you want is a person...
The Secret History of Bigfoot : Field Notes on a North American Monster
O'connor, John
Paper Book
"A winning portrait of America at its weirdest." -- Publishers Weekly STARRED Review From the shrouded forests of the Pacific Northwest to off-the-wall cryptozoological conventions, one man searches high and low for the answer to the question: real or not, why do we want to believe? ...
5 ingredients MediterraneanSimple Incredible Food: American Measurements
Oliver, Jamie
Paper Book
THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Jamie's most popular cookbook goes Mediterranean in this mouth-watering follow-up This edition has been adapted for the US market. 5 Ingredients Mediterranean is everything people loved about...
American Zion : A New History of Mormonism
Park, Benjamin E.
Paper Book
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was founded by Joseph Smith in 1830 in the so-called "burned-over district" of upstate New York, which was producing seers and prophets daily. Most of the new creeds flamed out; Smith's would endure, becoming the most significant homegrown religion in...
I survived capitalism and all I got was this lousy t-shirt : everything I wish I never had to learn about money
Pendleton, Madeline
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER . A big-hearted, no-bullshit memoir from the TikTok superstar about her journey from living paycheck to paycheck to creating a multi-million-dollar business that offers a compassionate alternative to capitalism . Includes no-nonsense life and money advice, from...
Artist's drawing techniques
Philpott, Lucy
Paper Book
The ultimate complete drawing course to help you take your sketches to a higher level. Packed with inspiring workshops and advice from practicing artists, this art lesson book will help you sharpen your drawing skills in a range of media.  Here's what you'll...
Practicing presence : a mother's guide to savoring life through the photos you're already taking
Prouty, Joy
Paper Book
For mothers, life often feels like it is passing by in a blur. You take countless pictures, trying to freeze time and capture the memories, but in looking back find you barely even remember experiencing the moments. But what if there were a way to preserve your family's story while also becoming...
Grow Your Own Colour
Rebecca Desnos
Paper Book
Imagine if you could dye your clothes with homegrown plants... Grow Your Own Colour shows you how to start a dye garden no matter how little space you have, whether it's a window box, balcony or garden. Experience the joy of growing flowers and indigo, and use your plants to...
Gator country : deception, danger, and alligators in the Everglades
Renner, Rebecca
Paper Book
A New York Times Editors' Choice "Delivers everything its title promises and much more." - NPR "Remarkable... Every species, and every person who fights for its continued existence, deserves a book like this." -- The New York Times
House love : a joyful guide to cleaning, organizing, and loving the home you're in
Richardson, Patric
Paper Book
Discover the joy of cleaning with this cheery and thoughtful guide to tidying up and turning your house into a home. Patric Richardson is known as "The Laundry Evangelist," but his genuine love for household chores extends far beyond the laundry room. His philosophy is simple...
The complete human body : the definitive visual guide
Roberts, Alice
Paper Book
The definitive guide to the development, form, function, and disorders of the human body. The most detailed popular reference book on human anatomy available, this beautiful exploration of the human body is now in its third edition, revised with the latest medical knowledge....
The happiness project : or, why I spent a year trying to sing in the morning, clean my closets, fight right, read Aristotle, and generally have more fun
Rubin, Gretchen
Paper Book
#1 New York Times Bestseller "An enlightening, laugh-aloud read. . . . Filled with open, honest glimpses into [Rubin's] real life, woven together with constant doses of humor." --Christian Science Monitor Gretchen Rubin's year-long experiment to discover how to create...
The Jane Austen Remedy
Ruth Wilson
Paper Book
'Essential reading for anyone who wants to experience and understand the unique comfort that Austen's works universally provide.' NATALIE JENNERRuth Wilson first encountered Pride and Prejudice in the 1940s and has returned to Jane Austen countless times over the course of a long life. After her...
The cookie that changed my life : and more than 100 other classic cakes, cookies, muffins, and pies that will change yours
Silverton, Nancy
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER.The eagerly anticipated baking bible from America's most respected authority- 100+ recipes for cookies, cakes, breads, breakfast pastries, and much more. A Best Book of the Year- NPR, Los Angeles Times, Epicurious "Nancy...
Your journey to financial freedom : a step-by-step guide to achieving wealth and happiness
Souffrant, Jamila
Paper Book
*A Next Big Idea Club December 2023 Must-Read* Podcaster Jamila Souffrant shows how to skyrocket your savings, blast through debt and ultimately accelerate your unique and truly epic journey to financial freedom and independence Our fast-paced...
The people's tongue : Americans and the English language
Stavans, Ilan
Paper Book
A riveting, one-of-a-kind anthology of the diversity, strangeness, and power of American English that features a tremendous array of letters, poems, memoir, jeremiads, stories, songs, documents, and more from Sojourner Truth and Abraham Lincoln to Henry Roth and Zora...
Rethinking diabetes : what science reveals about diet, insulin, and successful treatments
Taubes, Gary
Paper Book
An eye-opening investigation into the history of diabetes research and treatment by the award-winning journalist and best-selling author of Why We Get Fat * "[Gary] Taubes's meticulous, science-based work makes him the Bryan Stevenson of nutrition, an early voice in the wilderness for...
Juke joints, jazz clubs, and juice : cocktails from two centuries of African American cookbooks
Tipton-Martin, Toni
Paper Book
JAMES BEARD AWARD NOMINEE . IACP AWARD FINALIST . Discover the fascinating history of Black mixology and its enduring influence on American cocktail culture through 70 rediscovered, modernized, or celebrated recipes, by the James Beard Award-winning author of Jubilee. A...
Too Big for a Single Mind: How the Greatest Generation of Physicists Uncovered the Quantum World
Tobias Hürter
Paper Book
"A new, exciting approach to the literature about this momentous era."--The Wall Street Journal There may never be another era of science like the first half of the twentieth century, when a peerless cast of physicists--Albert Einstein, Marie Curie, Max Planck...
The Beginner's Guide to Cosplay Armor & Props : Craft Epic Fantasy Costumes and Accessories With Eva Foam
Van Den Goor, Joyce.
Paper Book
Legendary Creations Comfortable Enough to Wear and Wield! Become the character you were destined to be! Joyce van den Goor, founder of Pretzl Cosplay, is here to guide you on your epic cosplay journey. Learn all the best tools, materials and trade techniques--such as sanding, shaping, detailing,...
Beyond Measure: The Hidden History of Measurement from Cubits to Quantum Constants
Vincent, James
Paper Book
From the cubit to the kilogram, the humble inch to the speed of light, measurement is a powerful tool that humans invented to make sense of the world. In this revelatory work of science and social history, James Vincent dives into its hidden world, taking readers from ancient Egypt, where...
Surely you can't be serious : the true story of Airplane!
Zucker, David
Paper Book
NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COMEDY BOOKS OF 2023 AT VULTURE Surely You Can't Be Serious is an in-depth and hysterical look at the making of 1980's comedy classic Airplane! by the legendary writers and directors of the hit film. Airplane!...

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