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Who Was Dr. Seuss?
Janet B. Pascal - 2011
He had an offbeat, fun-loving personality. He often threw dinner parties where guests wore outrageous hats! And he donned quirky hats when thinking up ideas for books, like his classic The Cat in the Hat.This biography, with black-and-white illustrations throughout, brings an amazingly gifted author/illustrator to life.
Same Here, Sisterfriend: Mostly True Tales of Misadventures in Motherhood
Holly Mackle - 2018
Full of wit and charm, Mackle guides readers through a collection of hilarious and vulnerable tales written by moms who have seen it all.Laugh alongside a group of real mamas as they tell of the never-ending joys and unpredictable perils of motherhood. Between diaper fiascos and singing potties, and whether mowing to escape reality or being mistaken as a pile of laundry--hilarity ensues. The extraordinary vulnerability found in Same Here, Sisterfriend will not only remind every mom that she's not alone, but also encourage her to look for grace in even the messiest moments.Sisterfriends keep each other sane, strong, and lighthearted, which is exactly what Holly Mackle's mom-community does, bringing a little levity to the rough trenches of mamahood. So long as sisterfriends are only a text away, they can be sure of one thing--they will never have to face the mom life alone. The mostly true tales of their misadventures include:Animal noises overheard in the Lactation CenterRewarding themselves with chocolate chips while potty trainingAfter effects of the imaginary play game "horse bath"Cell phone photos they can't imagine deletingWith a little commiseration and a lot of laughter, the ladies behind the creation of Same Here, Sisterfriend encourage moms everywhere to let go of the image of perfection and rest in knowing that their sisterfriends have their back. So it's time to link arms in sisterfriend solidarity, because we might as well laugh, mama.
Fat Envelope Frenzy: One Year, Five Promising Students, and the Pursuit of the Ivy League Prize
Joie Jager-hyman - 2008
Jager-Hyman also offers a startlingly frank appraisal of the college admission process and the important roles race and class continue to play in a student's efforts to attend the best school possible.
They Did What!?: The Funny, Weird, Wonderful, Outrageous, and Stupid Things Famous People Have Done
Bob Fenster - 2002
Author Bob Fenster has captured all their hilarious, behind-the-scenes antics in They Did What!? Consider, for example:o The Beach Boys originally wanted to call their group the Pendletons, so they could get free shirts from the Oregon clothing manufacturer.o At her wedding, movie star Lana Turner had "I love you" spelled out in pimentos in the sides of baked hams.o Before they hit it big in the movies, Angelina Jolie studied to be a funeral director and Sean Connery polished coffins.Filled with hundreds of fascinating escapades and interesting idiosyncrasies, They Did What!? also looks at issues associated with fame, such as "Why do famous people marry other famous people?" and includes tongue-in-cheek lessons we can learn from celebrities, like "How to become famous and still get into heaven."
The Night the World Turned Royal Blue
Jason Sivewright - 2015
A perfect way for Royals fans, and baseball fans everywhere, to share that magic night with their children and commemorate it themselves with beautiful illustrations and clever rhymes.
Red Light Therapy: Miracle Medicine
Mark Sloan
This 6x #1 Bestselling book Red Light Therapy: Miracle Medicine brings you everything you've ever wanted to know about near-infrared and red light therapy in one concise, simple and complete guide.What You Will Learn:- What is red light therapy?- How it works?- History of Red Light Therapy- An in depth look at how red light therapy heals- A to Z list of diseases and conditions its scientifically proven to treat- Questions and Answers- BONUS #1: Includes the FREE audiobook of Red Light Therapy: Miracle Medicine- BONUS #2: Free Red Light Therapy Dose Guide- BONUS #3: Includes FREE coupon for an infrared and red light therapy device- Backed by over 270 scientific and clinical studiesWhatever your disease or condition, there is probably nobody who cannot benefit significantly from near-infrared and red light therapy.
The Hunger Games A-Z
Martin Howden - 2012
B is for Bestselling Books—The Hunger Games and Catching Fire, the first two books in the series, were each New York Times bestsellers, and Mockingjay topped all the bestseller lists. C is for Suzanne Collins, the author of the books. She has also adapted The Hunger Games for the film starring Jennifer Lawrence and Liam Hemsworth. This book of trivia is a must-have for any Hunger Games fan.
Understanding Border Collies
Barbara Sykes - 1999
This comprehensive, illustrated book gives essential advice on how to become the pack leader by understanding and interpreting the body language of man's best friend. Topics include choosing your Border Collie, taking your puppy home, common sense dog training, nutrition, creating a partnership, and adolescent and older dogs.
A Field of Innocence
Jack Estes - 1987
He was a kid, eighteen years old. Married, broke, flunking out of college-and about to become a father. The Marines seemed like a good way out. He figured the Nam couldn't be any worse than home. He was wrong.Publishers Weekly says "Chilling...It tells how a youngster from Portland, Oregon matured in the crucible of combat...The reader is given a sense of what it's like to fight an unseen enemy who might appear anytime, anywhere and start shooting from ambush." Karl Marlantes, New York Times best selling author of "Matterhorn" calls "A Field of Innocence", "Powerful ...and riveting."Tim O'Brien, New York Times best selling author of "The Things They Carried" says, "With its raw realism and heartbreaking honesty...one of the finest Vietnam memoirs."Kirkus Review says A Field of Innocence is "Exciting and Impressive."
The Low Carb Revolution
John McLean - 2012
This gets my highest recommendation.” –Dr. Joe Vitale, NY Times bestselling author and co-star of the movie, "The Secret" It's time to start a Revolution together--to draw a line in the sand and shout to the world, "I am worth loving...and my Body is worth fighting for!" In Part One of the "Low Carb Revolution" you will learn how just a few crucial changes in what you eat and what you don't eat can help you finally lose your belly fat. In Part Two you'll discover a revolutionary new model of change that will teach you how to easily and permanently get rid of any negative Habit. “I just can't recommend it highly enough. You have never read a book like this before, because no-one has ever written a book like this before.” –Ian Rowland, author of the international bestseller, “Cold Reading” “This book talks to your soul”—Bonnie Andrews This highly original book of 460 pages will take you by the hand and show you how to repair your relationship with yourself. It's been called, "Couples Counseling for you and your beautiful Body!" Includes a link to a FREE 32-minute Audio Affirmation mp3 with powerful and positive messages to help you create the life you desire and deserve! "Every single person on the planet should be required to read this book!" John McLean is a writer, world traveler and hypnotist currently based in Barcelona, Spain. Using the groundbreaking techniques and strategies of the "Low Carb Revolution" he went from smoking five packs of cigarettes per day to ZERO—literally overnight, as well as losing more than 80 lbs. in weight without portion controls or counting calories. “Truly one of the best books on the topic. Kudos!”—Kelli Nina Perkins AMAZON BESTSELLER!
All the Gear No Idea: A Woman's Solo Motorbike Journey Around the Indian Subcontinent
Michele Harrison - 2014
Until then, she had only ridden scooters around London. With more gear than sense, her 17,000 miles journey took her through the mayhem of Delhi traffic, the mountains of Kashmir, the deserts of Rajasthan, the beaches of Goa, the southern tip of India, the remote tracks of Nepal and the eerie Himalayan barrenness of Ladakh. She wanted an adventure to spice up a boring life and fulfil her wanderlust. She got that, and more.
100 Scariest Things on the Planet
Anna Claybourne - 2011
If you've ever wondered about alien encounters, deadly creatures, and real-life monsters, then you'll love this compendium of all things scary! With interesting facts, side panels, and scariness ratings, children will enjoy reading about all the things that keep them up at night and learning the truth behind their favorite fears. And, best of all, they're sure to find new things to scream about!
Joseph Bazalgette: A Life From Beginning to End
Hourly History - 2018
One man has probably done more good and saved more lives than any single public official of the Victorian era. The man being described was an engineer, city planner, bridge builder, and landscape architect; his name was Sir Joseph Bazalgette. Probably best remembered as the man who designed the London sewer network, he almost single-handedly eliminated virulent epidemics and changed the River Thames from an open sewer into one of the cleanest urban rivers in the world. He also transformed the face of London forever. Inside you will read about... ✓ Early Years ✓ The Big Stink ✓ Bazalgette’s Plan ✓ The Embankments ✓ Bridges across the Thames And much more!
Clean & Green: 101 Hints and Tips for a More Eco-Friendly Home
Nancy Birtwhistle - 2021
The 15-Minute Psychologist
Anne Rooney - 2014
Written in a style that’s amusing and easy to understand, The 15-Minute Psychologist lets you in on the secrets of your own and other people’s minds and helps you get the most out of life.