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The politics book: Big ideas simply explained
Paper Book
Explore the key milestones in the field of Politics broken down clearly and simply with The Politics Book. Learn about politics in this overview guide to the subject, which is brilliant for novices looking to learn more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge....
Eat right for your type : the individualized Blood Type Diet solution
D'Adamo, Peter
Paper Book
THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING DIET BOOK PHENOMENON If you've ever suspected that not everyone should eat the same thing or do the same exercise, you're right. In fact, what foods we absorb well and how our bodies handle stress differ with each blood type.  
Rockin' Around the Chickadee
Andrews, Donna
Paper Book
A million little miracles : rediscover the God who is bigger than big, closer than close, and gooder than good
Batterson, Mark
Paper Book
The New York Times bestselling author of Win the Day reminds us of the millions of miracles God performs every day and inspires us to live with a clearer sense of identity and purpose. Think you've never experienced a miracle? With all due respect, you have never...
Mayo Clinic Guide to Holistic Health: Unlock Your Body's Natural Healing Powers
Bauer, Brent A.
Are you tired of playing catch-up with your health, always racing to address problems rather than preventing them in the first place? In a world where high-tech medicine often takes precedence, it's easy to overlook the fundamental factors that contribute to our well-being.
Capture or kill
Bentley, Don
Paper Book
April 2011: On a remote mountaintop overlooking the remains of the Iranian nuclear weapons program, Azad Ashani witnesses a Quds Force demonstration of a capability meant to upend America's war in the Middle East. Ashani, director of the Iranian Ministry of Intelligence and Security and Irene...
The movement : how women's liberation transformed America, 1963-1973
Bingham, Clara
Paper Book
A comprehensive and engaging oral history of the decade that defined the feminist movement, including interviews with living icons and unsung heroes--from former Newsweek reporter and author of the "powerful and moving" (The New York Times) Witness to the Revolution.<...
Cherished Belonging: The Healing Power of Love in Divided Times
Boyle, Gregory
Paper Book
In a world increasingly marked by division and discord, beloved Jesuit priest Gregory Boyle offers a transformative vision of community and compassion--a perfect message for readers of Anne Lamott, Mary Oliver, and Richard Rohr. Over the past thirty years, Gregory Boyle has...
All the beauty in the world : the Metropolitan Museum of Art and me
Bringley, Patrick
Paper Book
New York Times bestseller Named one of the best books of the year by the New York Public Library, the Financial Times, the New York Post, Book Riot, and the Sunday Times (London). An "exquisite" (The Washington Post...
Star Wars Encyclopedia: The Comprehensive Guide to the Star Wars Galaxy
Brooks, Dan
Paper Book
Containing more than 2,200 entries from the most current Star Wars film and TV series, discover the vital facts about iconic characters, creatures, locations, vehicles, and technology from a galaxy far, far away.... - This in-depth title reveals comprehensive histories of...
The Sawmill book club
Brown, Carolyn
Unsure of the future but ready for risks, Libby O'Dell trades big-city life for whatever the back roads hold. In this case it's the small community of Sawmill, Texas, where Libby's taken a temporary job putting an antique store in order. Her new boss, Benny Taylor, a handsome charmer with a three...
The message
Coates, Ta-Nehisi
Paper Book
#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER * NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * The renowned author of Between the World and Me journeys to three resonant sites of conflict to explore how the stories we tell--and the ones we don't--shape our realities. "Ta-Nehisi Coates always writes with a...
Writing the cozy mystery
Cohen, Nancy J.
Paper Book
Do you want to write a cozy mystery but don't have a clue where to start? Or are you in the middle of a story and stuck on the plot? Perhaps you're already writing a series, and you need tips on keeping your material fresh. Writing the Cozy Mystery: Expanded Second Edition will help you develop your...
Identity unknown
Cornwell, Patricia Daniels
Paper Book
From a bestselling author, a "hauntingly original, impossibly clever and devilishly daring" thriller in which Scarpetta receives a message from beyond the grave...(Chris Whitaker, author of All the Colors of the Dark) "Identity Unknown is hauntingly...
Freaky folklore : terrifying tales of the world's most elusive monsters and enigmatic cryptids
Darkness Prevails
Paper Book
Freaky Folklore reveals the history and culture of over 50 ancient and modern mythological beasts and creatures from around the world.
Through the language glass : why the world looks different in other languages
Deutscher, Guy
Paper Book
A New York Times Editor's Choice An Economist Best Book of 2010 A Financial Times Best Book of 2010 A Library Journal Best Book of 2010 The debate is ages old: Where does language come from? Is it an artifact of our...
It's ok that you're not ok : meeting grief and loss in a culture that doesn't understand
Devine, Megan
Paper Book
As seen in THE NEW YORK TIMES * READER'S DIGEST * SPIRITUALITY & HEALTH * HUFFPOST   Featured on NPR's RADIO TIMES and WISCONSIN PUBLIC RADIO When a painful loss or life-shattering event upends your...
Book nooks : inspired ideas for cozy reading corners and stylish book displays
Dina, Vanessa
Paper Book
Home is where the books are.This inspiring home decor book is brimming with photos of cozy places to read and creative ways to display books at home. For stylish bookworms and bookish stylists, this covetable home décor book merges the literary appeal of Jane Mount's bestsellingBibliophile with...
Justine cooks : recipes (mostly plants) for finding your way in the kitchen
Doiron, Justine
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER . Find and refine your cooking style through 110 approachable and innovative plant-forward recipes from popular blogger and social media storyteller Justine Doiron. "Justine Cooks is like your culinary buddy, encouraging you to try those...
Raising ducks for beginners and beyond : the guide to breeds, ponds, nutrition, and all things duck
Ellis, Kristine (Blogger on ducks)
Paper Book
Get started raising your own ducks with this approachable guide by duck-fluencer Kristine Ellis (@dunkin.ducks).
Half baked harvest quick & cozy
Gerard, Tieghan
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER . 120+ recipes for delicious, soul-warming comfort food . . . and getting it ready in a hurry-from the author of Half Baked Harvest Every Day. Colorful. Convenient. Comforting. Mega-bestselling author Tieghan Gerard is...
Comfort in Darkness: The Invisible Power of Jiu Jitsu
Gracie, Rickson
Paper Book
A masterwork about the art of combat and the invisible powers within us all from Rickson Gracie, the world's greatest Jiu Jitsu fighter and New York Times bestselling author of Breathe  A mythic figure in fighting and a legendary member of the "first family of martial...
When the sea came alive : an oral history of D-Day
Graff, Garrett M.
Paper Book
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * "Absolutely gripping." --The Washington Post * "A masterpiece of oral history...stirring, surprising, grim, joyous, moving, and always riveting." --Evan Thomas From the New York Times bestselling author of The Only Plane in...
Hungry Beautiful Animals: The Joyful Case for Going Vegan
Halteman, Matthew C.
Paper Book
A new approach to going vegan "as a joyful celebration of life on this planet" (Bryant Terry) that is a gateway into a better life for us all "Start here, start now. Here's a book worth sharing and talking about. Better is possible."--Seth Godin, author of The...
Karla's choice
Harkaway, Nick.
An extraordinary new novel set in the world of John le Carré's most iconic spy, George Smiley, written by acclaimed novelist Nick Harkaway It is spring in 1963 and George Smiley has left the Circus. With the wreckage of the West's spy war with the Soviets strewn across Europe, he...
What if we get it right? : visions of climate futures
Johnson, Ayana Elizabeth
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * "With a thoughtfully curated series of essays, poetry, and conversations, the brilliant scientist and climate expert Ayana Elizabeth Johnson has assembled a group of dynamic people who are willing to imagine what seems impossible, and articulate those visions...
The Oregon Trail
Johnstone, William W.
Songbird : an intimate biography of Christine McVie
Jones, Lesley-Ann
Paper Book
In this revealing portrait of keyboardist, lyricist, and vocalist Christine Mcvie of Fleetwood Mac, readers will get an exclusive glimpse of the band's "mother figure". Christine McVie-born Christine Perfect-was the quintessentially English rock star, as both the...
DASH for weight loss : an easy-to-follow plan for losing weight, increasing energy, and lowering blood pressure
Koslo, Jennifer
Paper Book
The DASH diet is an easy-to-follow plan to lose weight, increase energy, and lower blood pressure with 100 recipes; ranked the #1 overall diet by U.S. News & World Report eight years in a row! The original DASH diet plan (Dietary Approaches to Stop...
Dinner for vampires : life on a cult TV show (while also in an actual cult!)
Lenz, Joie
Paper Book
An "incredible" (Alex Cooper, Call Her Daddy), "riveting" (People) New York Times bestselling memoir by One Tree Hill star Bethany Joy Lenz about her decade in a cult and her quest to break free. In the early 2000s, after years of hard work and...
Mayo Clinic on prostate health
Lomas, Derek J.
Paper Book
Prostate problems are among the most common reasons men see their doctors. That's because with age most men experience some type of prostate problem -- enlargement, inflammation or cancer. Mayo Clinic on Prostate Health, 3rd Edition is an easy-to-read yet comprehensive guide to preventing,...
Empresses of Seventh Avenue : World War II, New York City, and the birth of American fashion
MacDonell, Nancy
Paper Book
A NEW YORK TIMES MOST ANTICIPATED * "Reads like a work of fiction, but remarkably, it's all true" (Airmail) * In the tradition of The Barbizon and The Girls of Atomic City, fashion historian and journalist Nancy MacDonell chronicles the untold story of how the Nazi...
It gets better . . . except when it gets worse : and other unsolicited truths I wish someone had told me
Maines, Nicole
Paper Book
NATIONAL BESTSELLER . The irreverent and candid coming-of-age memoir of Nicole Maines, trailblazing trans actress, activist-and sometimes someone who's just existing, which is actually pretty hard! Nicole Maines knows a little something about "happily ever after"-not just because...
Write Fearless. Edit Smart. Get Published.: A Master Class for Fiction Writers
Mangum, Lisa
Paper Book
Wherever you are in your author's journey, this book is like teaming up with a personal writing coach who has more than a quarter century of editorial and publishing advice. Thousands of writers--from first-time authors to #1 New York Times best-selling authors--have...
How to let things go : 99 tips from a Zen Buddhist monk to relinquish control and free yourself up for what matters
Masuno, Shunmyō
Paper Book
"You might have encountered the 'let them' theory, inspired by the book of the same name by motivational speaker Mel Robbins. . . . Another book with a similar message [is] How to Let Things Go. . . . Perfectly designed for modern readers . . . it provides a deeply practical approach to...
The joy document : creating a midlife of surprise and delight
McGaha, Jennifer
Once you begin looking for joy, you can find it pretty much anywhere. When Jennifer McGaha's grandmother was in her late eighties, Jennifer asked her what her favorite age so far had been. "Fifty-five," her grandmother answered, as though there were something magical about this...
Native plant gardening for birds, bees & butterflies : Southwest
Miller, George Oxford
Paper Book
Plan Your Landscape or Garden to Help Beloved Backyard Visitors The presence of birds, bees, and butterflies suggests a healthy, earth-friendly place. These most welcome guests also bring joy to those who appreciate watching them. Now, you can turn your yard into a perfect habitat...
What the chicken knows : a new appreciation of the world's most familiar bird
Montgomery, Sy
Paper Book
A charming and eye-opening exploration of the special relationship between humans and chickens from Sy Montgomery, "one of our finest chroniclers of the natural world" (The New York Times). For more than two decades, Sy Montgomery--whose The Soul of an...
Ingenious : a biography of Benjamin Franklin, scientist
Munson, Richard
Paper Book
Benjamin Franklin was one of the preeminent scientists of his time. Driven by curiosity, he conducted cutting-edge research on electricity, heat, ocean currents, weather patterns, chemical bonds, and plants. But today, Franklin is remembered more for his political prowess and diplomatic...
The 5 resets : rewire your brain and body for less stress and more resilience
Nerurkar, Aditi
Paper Book
As seen on Good Morning America and The Today Show with Hoda and Jenna "The key is managing stress, so we can lead healthier, happier lives. The 5 Resets will help you do just that."   -- Katie Couric, Journalist and Founder and CEO, Katie Couric Media   ...
Anna Maria's Blueprint Quilting: Explore Color, Pattern, and Technique with 16 Joyful Projects from 4 Simple Design Structures
Parry, Anna Maria
Paper Book
"Anna Maria's Blueprint Quilting guides you to stitch 16 stunning quilts and patchwork projects based on four underlying ""blueprints"" while learning skills to create your own original designs."
Murder Island
Patterson, James
Paper Book
From #1 New York Times bestselling author James Patterson, Professor Brandt Savage and his girlfriend Kira Sunlight thought they found heaven on earth--but their paradise becomes a nightmare when they stumble on a terrifying conspiracy. When professor turned...
Mayo Clinic guide to arthritis : managing joint pain for an active life
Peterson, Lynne S.
Paper Book
From the rheumatology experts at Mayo Clinic comes a complete guide on arthritis. This book is filled with proven, science-based research on arthritis and its related conditions, recommended treatment plans for relieving joint stiffness and pain, and essential self-care tips to help you live...
The 5 principles of parenting : your essential guide to raising good humans
Pressman, Aliza
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Let go of perfect and become a transformative, positive influence in a child's life while creating your own definition of success from developmental psychologist and podcaster Dr. Aliza Pressman. "My go-to for how we all...
Curepedia : an A-Z of The Cure
Price, Simon
Paper Book
A complete and truly unique biography of Robert Smith and company, The Cure, chronicling their 40+ year history with hundreds of entries in A to Z fashion.  Definitive and deeply researched, Curepedia will surprise and inform fans everywhere as they await The Cure's...
Kingmaker : Pamela Churchill Harriman's astonishing life of seduction, intrigue and power
Purnell, Sonia.
Paper Book
"A thorough account of Harriman's rise which also manages to be a brisk, twisty read ... riveting and revelatory." --The New Yorker "Rigorous but rollicking." --The New York Times Named a BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR by Apple Books, The Economist<...
Gold in the sun
Richards, Dusty
Range War of Callie County
Richards, Dusty
Paper Book
The astronomy handbook : the ultimate guide to observing and understanding stars, planets, galaxies, and the universe
Schilling, Govert
Paper Book
The entire universe in one practical, easy-to-use, easy-to-understand handbook. An essential guide for every amateur astronomer. The Astronomy Handbook, by award-winning astronomy writer Govert Schilling, is the indispensable, go-to guide to everything you ever...
The light eaters : how the unseen world of plant intelligence offers a new understanding of life on Earth
Schlanger, Zoë
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The New Yorker's Best Books of 2024 * TIME's 10 Best Nonfiction Books of 2024 * New York Magazine's 10 Best Books of the Year * Washington Post's 50 Notable Works of Nonfiction of 2024 * Smithsonian's 10 Best Science Books of the Year * ...
The Lego Builder's Handbook: Become a Master Builder
Shenoy, Deepak.
Paper Book
How do you make the leap from following explicit instructions for constructing official LEGO sets to designing your own original models? The answers are all right here in The LEGO Builder's Handbook. Within this compendium of useful techniques for eye-catching LEGO creations, you'll master basics...
Living with rheumatoid arthritis
Shlotzhauer, Tammi L.
Paper Book
The trusted guide to understanding and coping with rheumatoid arthritis--now completely updated and revised. In the fourth edition of Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Tammi L. Shlotzhauer, MD, shares new findings about causes and treatments, including: * Research on...
Marketing with AI
Singh, Shiv
Paper Book
Stay ahead in the marketing game by harnessing the power of artificial intelligence Marketing with AI For Dummies is your introduction to the revolution that's occurring in the marketing industry, thanks to artificial intelligence tools that can create text, images, audio,...
Quick functional exercises for seniors : 50 exercises to optimize your health
Sipe, Cody
Paper Book
The perfect gift for the senior in your life looking to increase function, improve energy, decrease joint pain, and enhance cognition! It's no secret that people are living longer lately, and setting up an appropriate exercise and nutrition plan is vital to...
Tiny pep talks : bite-size encouragement for life's annoying, stressful, and flat-out lousy moments
Skaggs, Paula
Paper Book
A USA Today Best Seller "It's like a book version of online therapy."-Brian Boone, Vulture Two comedians offer hilarious encouragement for your most mundane struggles. Anybody can tell you "You can do it!" before the big job interview, or...
The Everything Learning Russian Book, 2nd Edition: Speak, Write, and Understand Basic Russian in No Time
Stakhnevich, Yulia
Paper Book
Discover just how easy it is to learn Russian with this updated edition of The Everything Learning Russian Book with new online audio so you can quickly access the pronunciation guide and exercises while you're reading. Learning a foreign language can be intimidating, but...
Two needles, many knits : the new knitter's guide with easy patterns
Stark, Quayln
Learn how to knit--from a simple square to an entire sweater! "This valuable debut guide from Stark tells beginners all they need to know to get started knitting."-- Publishers Weekly "This book's bright colors plus the ease of following Stark's instructions just might result in...
Triangle
Steel, Danielle
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * A Paris gallery owner finds herself in danger when a mysterious man begins leaving her messages, in #1 New York Times bestselling author Danielle Steel's thrilling new novel. As she approaches the milestone birthday of forty, delicate...
Rick Steves Ireland
Steves, Rick
Paper Book
From rustic towns and emerald valleys to lively cities and moss-draped ruins, the Emerald Isle is yours to discover with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Ireland you'll find: Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip through Ireland ...
Martha the Cookbook : 100 Favorite Recipes With Lessons and Stories from My Kitchen
Stewart, Martha
Paper Book
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER . Martha Stewart celebrates her landmark 100th book with an intimate collection of 100 treasured recipes, along with stunning photos from her personal archives and the stories behind them. A must for anyone who has ever been inspired by the one and only Martha....
Soul of a people : the WPA Writer's Project uncovers Depression America
Taylor, David A.
Paper Book
Soul of a People is about a handful of people who were on the Federal Writer's Project in the 1930s and a glimpse of America at a turning point. This particular handful of characters went from poverty to great things later, and included John Cheever, Ralph Ellison, Zora Neale Hurston, Richard Wright...
The indispensable right : free speech in an age of rage
Turley, Jonathan
Paper Book
A "timely and brilliant original" (Michael B. Mukasey, former US attorney general) look at freedom of speech--our most basic right and the one that protects all the others. Free speech is a human right, and the free expression of thought is at the very essence of being human. The...
Ghost town living : mining for purpose and chasing dreams at the edge of Death Valley
Underwood, Brent
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER . A long-abandoned silver mine for sale sounded like an adventure too great to passup, but it turned into much more-a calling, a community of millions, and hard-earned lessons about chasing impractical dreams. "Inspiring and meditative-the...
A heap of killing
Vaughan, Robert
First introduced in Vaughan's A Rambling Man, Lucas Cain is back in the saddle, searching for some peace of mind and some solace after the loss of his wife and newborn child. He has continued his traveling from town to town, an itinerant lawman focused on capturing the bad guys for whatever amount...
Countdown 1960 : the behind-the-scenes story of the 312 days that changed America's politics forever
Wallace, Chris
Paper Book
Instant New York Times Bestseller The riveting new book on the momentous year, campaign, and election that shaped American history It's January 2, 1960: the day that Massachusetts Senator John F. Kennedy declared his candidacy; and with this opening scene,...
Countdown 1960 : the behind-the-scenes story of the 312 days that changed America's politics forever
Wallace, Chris
A riveting new work and a fresh take on 1960 and the dramatic 11 months leading up to a deeply relevant election for the ages It's January 2nd, 1960: the day that Massachusetts Senator John F. Kennedy declared his candidacy, and with this opening scene, Chris Wallace offers...
Crafting a better world : inspiration and DIY projects for craftivists
Weymar, Diana
Paper Book
"Progressive crafters will be galvanized by this celebration of homespun resistance." -Publishers Weekly From beloved craftivist Diana Weymar, creator of the brilliantly subversive Tiny Pricks Project, a collection of projects, actions, and essays to transform your anxiety...
Growing Up Urkel
White, Jaleel
Paper Book
An incisive and insightful celebrity memoir by Jaleel White, one of the most beloved icons of nineties pop culture and TV history, renowned for his portrayal of Steven Urkel on the hit sitcom Family Matters. At the tender age of twelve, Jaleel White auditioned for the role...
The Amish matchmakers
Wiseman, Beth
Paper Book
Carson the magnificent
Zehme, Bill
Paper Book
The definitive biography of Johnny Carson, the entertainer who redefined late-night television and American culture, told through intimate insights and riveting accounts of his legendary career and complex personal life. In 2002, Bill Zehme landed one of the most coveted...

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