Top Lifestyle and Home Ebook Best Sellers

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Arthur - Mikael Lindnord Cover Art

Arthur

Arthur The Dog who Crossed the Jungle to Find a Home by Mikael Lindnord

The epic true story of an extreme athlete, a stray dog, and how they found each other—now a major motion picture from Lionsgate starring Mark Walhberg and Simu Liu. “A miraculous tale.”— Washington Post “Like all great tales, this one had an intriguing start: a small good deed with enormous consequences for the dog and his rescuers, the basis for a heroic and heartwarming story.”— Forbes When you're racing 435 miles through the jungles and mountains of South America, the last thing you need is a stray dog tagging along. But that's exactly what happened to Mikael Lindnord, captain of a Swedish adventure racing team, when he threw a scruffy but dignified mongrel a meatball one afternoon. When the team left the next day, the dog followed. Try as they might, they couldn't lose him—and soon Mikael realized that he didn't want to. Crossing rivers, battling illness and injury, and struggling through some of the toughest terrain on the planet, the team and the dog walked, kayaked, cycled, and climbed together toward the finish line, where Mikael decided he would save the dog, now named Arthur, and bring him back to his family in Sweden, whatever it took. Illustrated with candid photographs, Arthur provides a testament to the amazing bond between dogs and people.

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Gem - DK Cover Art

Gem

Gem by DK

Prepare to be dazzled by this shining and sumptuous visual guide to the world’s greatest treasures.  Feast your eyes on glittering gemstones, kaleidoscopic minerals, and famous trinkets in this comprehensive exploration of Earth’s finest jewels. Following a foreword from Aja Raden, hundreds of pages take a lavish look at precious stones, precious metals, and organic gems in all their natural wonder. From agate to zoisite, everything under the Sun is encapsulated in spectacular photography and accessible text.  Trace the history of gemmology and get the inside story on our planet’s most famous and fabulous gems, including the mysterious Hope Diamond, the stunning Koh-i-Noor of the Crown Jewels, and exquisite Fabergé eggs. Find out their physical properties, check the price tags, and discover the most remarkable record-breakers. This exceptionally extravagant book is a picture-packed, fact-filled celebration guaranteed to bring sparkle to your life and your library.

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The Seven-Step Homestead - Leah M. Webb Cover Art

The Seven-Step Homestead

The Seven-Step Homestead
A Guide for Creating the Backyard Microfarm of Your Dreams
by Leah M. Webb

Perfect for any aspiring backyard gardeners, this book offers a doable, incremental program for turning any yard into a primary food source with vegetables, fruits, chickens, pollinator plants, and medicinal herbs. When faced with financial uncertainty or a potential disruption to the food supply, more people turn to vegetable gardening — for the joy, satisfaction, and sense of security that comes from growing food. Today’s gardeners want a bit of everything — vegetables, fruit, medicinal herbs, flowers for pollinators, and even chickens for eggs. The dream is to build a diverse landscape that serves multiple functions but achieving that goal can be intimidating and overwhelming. Homesteader Leah Webb shares her strategy for implementing a homestead plan in seven stages, starting small and gradually add more features each year. The Seven-Step Homestead  takes readers through the process with a series of doable steps, beginning with establishing one or two raised beds of the easiest vegetables to grow, and gradually building up to the addition of fruit trees and berry bushes on hugelkulture mounds, a coop full of chickens, and a winter’s worth of storage crops. Step-by-step photos from the author's own homestead, accompanied by her hard-earned advice and instruction, make this a one-of-a-kind guide for anyone who aspires to free themselves from reliance on the commercial food system but doesn't know where to start or how to make it happen in a realistic way. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.  

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Age Of Darkness: Liber Imperium - Games Workshop Cover Art

Age Of Darkness: Liber Imperium

Age Of Darkness: Liber Imperium Games Workshop by Games Workshop

Outside the loyalist Space Marine Legions and the Cult Mechanicum, the Emperor wields forces which are loyal only to him. The Legio Custodes guard the Emperor's person, while the Sisters of Silence stand watch over the Black Ships.The elite spearhead of the Imperial Army, known as the Solar Auxilia, exemplifies humanity in the Emperor's name, while the Divisio Assassinorum is his culling blade, aimed at the neck of any foolish enough to imperil his great dream of unity. This book is an essential guide for anyone who wants to represent the Loyalist armies of the Imperium that exist beyond the stalwart Space Marine Legions in games of Warhammer: The Horus Heresy. It contains all the rules you need to field the varied Forces of the Emperor including the Legio Custodes, Sisters of Silence, Solar Auxilia, and the Divisio Assassinorum. Inside this 176-page ePub book, you'll find: – Rules and unit profiles covering every unit, weapon, and piece of wargear available to the Forces of the Emperor in Warhammer: The Horus Heresy – Warlord Traits for Legio Custodes, Sisters of Silence, a unique Reaction for agents of the Divisio Assassinorum, and rules for the Tercio and Cohort Doctrines of the Solar Auxilia, to let you bring the Forces of the Emperor to the tabletop – Profiles for seven different Divisio Assassinorum Clade Operatives and Constantin Valdor, the Shield of the Emperor – A visual showcase for a variety of Forces of the Emperor armies, containing heraldry markings, iconography, colour schemes for infantry and vehicles, and a small gallery of stunning photography In order to use the contents of this book, you will require a copy of the Warhammer: The Horus Heresy – Age of Darkness Rulebook.

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The Lion in the Living Room - Abigail Tucker Cover Art

The Lion in the Living Room

The Lion in the Living Room How House Cats Tamed Us and Took Over the World by Abigail Tucker

A New York Times bestseller about how cats conquered the world and our hearts in this “deep and illuminating perspective on our favorite household companion” ( Huffington Post ). House cats rule bedrooms and back alleys, deserted Antarctic islands, even cyberspace. And unlike dogs, cats offer humans no practical benefit. The truth is they are sadly incompetent mouse-catchers and now pose a threat to many ecosystems. Yet, we love them still. In the “eminently readable and gently funny” ( Library Journal , starred review) The Lion in the Living Room , Abigail Tucker travels through world history, natural science, and pop culture to meet breeders, activists, and scientists who’ve dedicated their lives to cats. She visits the labs where people sort through feline bones unearthed from the first human settlements, treks through the Floridian wilderness in search of house cats-turned-hunters on the loose, and hangs out with Lil Bub, one of the world’s biggest celebrities—who just happens to be a cat. “Fascinating” ( Richmond Times-Dispatch ) and “lighthearted” ( The Seattle Times ), Tucker shows how these tiny felines have used their relationship with humans to become one of the most powerful animals on the planet. A “lively read that pounces back and forth between evolutionary science and popular culture” ( The Baltimore Sun ), The Lion in the Living Room suggests that we learn that the appropriate reaction to a house cat, it seems, might not be aww but awe.

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The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies - Blossom Davis Cover Art

The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies

The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies
Discover over 100 herbal Medicine for all kinds of Ailment, Inspired By Dr. Barbara O'Neill
by Blossom Davis

Embark on a Healing Journey with "The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies" Discover the power of nature's medicine cabinet with "The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies," a comprehensive guide inspired by the wisdom and teachings of Dr. Barbara O'Neill. This book is your key to unlocking the secrets of over 100 herbal remedies, each a natural solution to a range of ailments from the mundane to the chronic. What You'll Uncover Inside: A Wealth of Herbal Knowledge: Delve into an extensive collection of herbal remedies, each with its own unique healing properties, expertly compiled and explained. Dr. Barbara O'Neill's Influence: Immerse yourself in the teachings of a renowned natural health advocate, integrating her holistic approach to wellness in every remedy. User-Friendly Format: Whether you're a beginner or an experienced herbalist, you'll find the remedies easy to understand and apply, with clear instructions and insights. Natural Solutions for Everyday Ailments: From digestive issues to skin complaints, and stress relief to immune system boosts, these remedies address a wide spectrum of common health concerns. Empowerment through Education: Learn not only the 'how' but also the 'why' behind each remedy, equipping you with the knowledge to make informed health choices. Transform Your Health Naturally: "The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies" isn't just a book; it's a movement towards taking control of your health using the healing power of nature. In an age where we often turn to quick pharmaceutical fixes, this guide brings us back to the enduring wisdom of herbal treatments. Begin Your Herbal Healing Journey Today: Ready to embrace a more natural approach to your health and well-being? Click "BUY NOW" and step into a world where every plant holds the potential for healing. Let "The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies" be your guide on this transformative journey. Experience the profound impact of nature's healing power, all inspired by the teachings of Dr. Barbara O'Neill.

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All New Square Foot Gardening, 3rd Edition, Fully Updated - Mel Bartholomew & Square Foot Gardening Foundation Cover Art

All New Square Foot Gardening, 3rd Edition, Fully Updated

All New Square Foot Gardening, 3rd Edition, Fully Updated MORE Projects - NEW Solutions - GROW Vegetables Anywhere by Mel Bartholomew & Square Foot Gardening Foundation

This updated third edition of the best-selling gardening book in North America continues to inspire with planting charts, growing tips, and the know-how you need to grow more veggies than ever before. Since Square Foot Gardening was first introduced by Mel Bartholomew in 1981, this revolutionary way to grow vegetables has helped millions of home gardeners enjoy their own organic, fresh produce in less space and with less work than traditional row gardens. New and experienced gardeners will love the charts , photos , illustrations , and how-to tips in All New Square Foot Gardening, 3rd Edition —including 42 veggie-specific planting, growing, and harvesting guides —that make growing your own food fun, easy, and productive. Perfect for experienced gardeners or beginners, you’ll learn the three simple steps to Square Foot Gardening: build a box ; fill it with Mel’s Mix™ ; add a grid . No digging, no tilling, no fertilizing, no guesswork—less watering, waste, and weeding! There’s so much more packed in this 272-page instructional book —boost your organic vegetable harvest with inspiring how-tos such as: Adding trellises and archways to grow up and maximize your spaceInstalling automatic watering systemsGrowing vegetables in dense urban areas with little or no yardFeeding your veggies the organic way with Mel’s Mix™Teaching STEM to kids with Square Foot Gardening—perfect for little handsProtecting your plants with shade and frost coversManaging pests in the garden with natural methods Join the millions of gardeners around the world who grow their own organic, fresh produce with Square Foot Gardening, and make next season your best veggie harvest ever.

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Leaves, Roots & Fruit - Nicole Johnsey Burke & Eric Kelley Cover Art

Leaves, Roots & Fruit

Leaves, Roots & Fruit A Step-by-Step Guide to Planting an Organic Kitchen Garden by Nicole Johnsey Burke & Eric Kelley

An Intuitive Gardening System Built for Success Do you dream of walking through your own kitchen garden with baskets full of delicious food you grew yourself? But are you waiting to begin because you think you don’t have enough space, sun, time, or experience? Then consider this: Plants want to grow. And when you match a plant’s needs to your own resources, you’re just one step away from success in the kitchen garden. Nicole Johnsey Burke—founder of Gardenary, Inc., and author of Kitchen Garden Revival —is your expert guide for growing your own fresh, organic food every day of the year, no matter where you grow. More than just providing the how-to, she gives you the know-how for a practical and intuitive gardening system that includes: - Leaves – quick satisfaction from abundant harvests, most available and simplest to grow; includes salad greens and herbs - Roots – underground harvests that require more tending and are built for endurance, longevity, and longer shelf life; includes tubers, bulbs, and rhizomes - Fruit – the most demanding and sweetest of all, requiring the most space, sunlight, and consistent watering to blossom; includes beans, squash, and tomatoes Burke provides clear step-by-step instructions for setup, care, and harvest for each category of plants, complete with insightful tips for every level of gardener to grow with their plants. There’s always a plant you can grow right where you are, right away—all you have to do is follow the steps.

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PYREX Passion - Michael D. Barber Cover Art

PYREX Passion

PYREX Passion The Comprehensive Guide to Decorated Vintage Pyres by Michael D. Barber

All-new photos, updated information, new cradle reference, and over 30 additional pages! Pyrex collectors are always looking for the most accurate and comprehensive information about opal Pyrex produced from the 1940s through 1980s. The 2nd edition of Pyrex Passion won’t disappoint! In addition to new photos, advertisements, and catalog images, this edition includes dates of production for patterns as well as individual items and sets. The standard pattern section has expanded information on plain opal and opal with gold trim items in addition to newly discovered dates of production and distribution methods for Pink and Orange Butterprint, Homestead Brown, and the alternate versions of Verdé and Town and Country. The promotional pattern section has greatly expanded information including exact dates of production for 15 items previously estimated and new photos that include original cradles for each item. This edition also includes an updated pattern reference, value guide, new cradle reference, index, and history by item.

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A Cat Named Darwin - William Jordan Cover Art

A Cat Named Darwin

A Cat Named Darwin
Embracing the Bond Between Man and Pet
by William Jordan

A scientist contemplates his bond with a sick stray cat in this “gripping and powerful” memoir ( The San Diego Union-Tribune ).   Bill Jordan’s life changed forever the day a stray cat nesting under his bougainvillea bit him on the hand. Trained in biology, Jordan had no particular love for animals and felt vaguely contemptuous of those who did—until the cat, beckoning with a wink and a yawn, led him on a journey to exotic lands, strange cultures, and fascinating discoveries. As their bond deepened and the cat’s health began to fail, Jordan was forced into a commitment more devoted and sincere than any he had known before.   Puzzling through his own feelings, Jordan came to some remarkable conclusions: that those we love live in the synapses and molecules of memory, and that as long as we exist, they exist as part of our brain. In this recollection of the relationship, he meditates on the nature of humans and animals, and the scientific truths about solitude, communication, and companionship.   

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The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up - Marie Kondo Cover Art

The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up

The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing by Marie Kondo

#1  NEW YORK TIMES  BESTSELLER • The book that sparked a revolution and inspired the hit Netflix series  Tidying Up with Marie Kondo : the original guide to decluttering your home once and for all. ONE OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL BOOKS OF THE DECADE—CNN   Despite constant efforts to declutter your home, do papers still accumulate like snowdrifts and clothes pile up like a tangled mess of noodles? Japanese cleaning consultant Marie Kondo takes tidying to a whole new level, promising that if you properly simplify and organize your home once, you’ll never have to do it again. Most methods advocate a room-by-room or little-by-little approach, which doom you to pick away at your piles of stuff forever. The KonMari Method, with its revolutionary category-by-category system, leads to lasting results. In fact, none of Kondo’s clients have lapsed (and she still has a three-month waiting list).  With detailed guidance for determining which items in your house “spark joy” (and which don’t), this international bestseller will help you clear your clutter and enjoy the unique magic of a tidy home—and the calm, motivated mindset it can inspire.

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Evergreen - Lydia Elise Millen Cover Art

Evergreen

Evergreen Discover the Joy in Every Season by Lydia Elise Millen

Inspired by the wisdom of the natural world, Evergreen is the essential guide for anyone who is looking to unearth their inner strength and bring more joy and contentment into their everyday. Season by season, Evergreen guides you to reconnect with nature and find balance throughout the inevitable ebb and flow of life. From learning to trust your intuition to embracing the power of amateur status, rethinking your relationship with comparison to seeking solitude when you need it, Lydia Millen takes you by the hand and empowers you with the tools to create your own version of an evergreen life. Whether Evergreen finds you at a time of peace and fulfilment or a time of challenge and uncertainty, this book will uplift you with a fresh perspective and be a comfort you can return to in every season of your journey to come.

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The Humane Gardener - Nancy Lawson Cover Art

The Humane Gardener

The Humane Gardener Nurturing a Backyard Habitat for Wildlife by Nancy Lawson

In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.

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Calm Living - Olga Trusova Cover Art

Calm Living

Calm Living Simple Design Transformations to Fill Your Spaces with Tranquility by Olga Trusova

Discover how simple changes can make any room—and its inhabitants—feel more inspired, clear, and energetic. Designer and Stanford instructor Olga Trusova's practical and inspiring guide offers easy-to-follow tips for cultivating a calming environment at home or at work. Using the principles of design thinking, Trusova distills essential design wisdom, revealing how to use light, color, sound, furniture, and more to make simple, intentional changes for a profound impact on your mind, body, and spirit. Illuminating examples, accessible tips, and short exercises reveal how easy it is to transform a space, whether you're targeting a small corner or multiple rooms. Brimming with smart, digestible design tips and life-changing techniques, this stylish handbook makes a lovely self-purchase or gift for creatives, design enthusiasts, at-home workers, and anyone looking for simple, proven ways to design a soothing space.

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Woodworking - DK Cover Art

Woodworking

Woodworking The Complete Step-by-Step Manual by DK

Get started on your woodwork practice with this ultimate guide to essential carpentry skills, techniques, tools, tips, and tricks. Complete and easy directions for key skills, from simple joinery techniques to more involved woodworking projects, with clear helpful photographs. Key carpentry skills, from simple joinery techniques to fine woodworking projects, through clear, step-by-step instructions and photographs. New carpenters will learn about the essential tools needed and the principles of basic design and practice crucial techniques like wood joints, finishing, woodturning, and furniture restoration. Experienced crafters will enjoy enhancing their skills and learning something new. We’ll make sure you choose the right wood for the job and find more than 100 hard and softwoods, plus their properties, in our handy directory. Put your skills into practice with 28 DIY woodworking projects. This carpentry book will show you how to create home accessories, furnishings, outdoor projects, workshop projects, and more. This reference book provides all the information you need to become a master carpenter and have a houseful of fine furnishings to show for the effort!  Everything You Need to Know About Woodworking Woodworking  is a complete illustrated carpentry course with comprehensive and extensive photos to show you how to become a craftsman. You’ll have all the information you need to start your projects right away with simple step-by-step instructions. It also makes a fantastic gift for hobby carpenters. Inside, you’ll discover: • Tools:  Understand how to use hand, power, and machine tools, and choose the right wood for every job. • Techniques:  Follow clear, step-by-step instructions to master all key woodworking techniques. • Projects:  Put your skills into practice to create well-crafted and practical objects, from a wine rack to a chest of drawers.

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The Backyard Homestead Guide to Growing Organic Food - Tanya Denckla Cobb Cover Art

The Backyard Homestead Guide to Growing Organic Food

The Backyard Homestead Guide to Growing Organic Food A Crop-by-Crop Reference for 62 Vegetables, Fruits, Nuts, and Herbs by Tanya Denckla Cobb

This essential guide to growing a bountiful food garden includes detailed seed-starting, growing, and harvesting information for 62 vegetables, fruits, and herbs, a complete companion-planting guide, and organic pest-control handbook. The latest addition to Storey's bestselling Backyard Homestead series, The Backyard Homestead Guide to Growing Organic Food is a one-stop reference for all the key information food gardeners need to grow a healthy, bountiful garden. Author Tanya Denckla Cobb presents key information based on extensive research and years of experience, including when to start seeds for each type of crop (and at what temperature), how far apart to space seedlings, how to tell when a crop is ready to harvest, and notes on preservation. The book features a comprehensive companion planting guide and an in-depth review of the most effective organic pest control practices, including recipes for how to make your own pest deterrent sprays.

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How to Grow Marijuana : Indoors - A Step-by-Step Beginners Guide to Growing Top-Quality Weed Indoors - Tom Whistler Cover Art

How to Grow Marijuana : Indoors - A Step-by-Step Beginners Guide to Growing Top-Quality Weed Indoors

How to Grow Marijuana : Indoors - A Step-by-Step Beginners Guide to Growing Top-Quality Weed Indoors by Tom Whistler

Always wanted to grow Marijuana on your own but you can’t wrap your finger around the task? This book will be everything you need to turn yourself into a certified green-thumb with the fuzzy plant. Here, you will walk through each stage of Cannabis growing like a pro and end up with the best product you’ve ever raised. Here, you will: Go through each step of the life cycle of Cannabis.Learn about Cannabis and its different forms, strains, uses and applications to enthusiasts.Learn where to get the best seeds without fear of being scammed.Grow Cannabis in the comfort of your own home, being able to anticipate any potential threat to your harvest like a seasoned veteran.Learn the secret to what makes a good batch great. You’ll be equipped with the necessary information and skills required to tame this delicate plant and make it work for you. You will no longer have to look for dealers and you’ll enjoy Cannabis whenever you want! Taken from the efforts and research of experts from around the world, this manual will show you the ins and outs of growing Marijuana indoors. This book will be everything you need to create your own stash on your own terms. And all of this will happen in the comfort and privacy of your own home.

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Back to Basics - Abigail Gehring Cover Art

Back to Basics

Back to Basics A Complete Guide to Traditional Skills by Abigail Gehring

Over 200,000 copies sold—fully updated! Dye your own wool, raise chickens, make your own cheddar cheese, build a log cabin, and much much more. Anyone who wants to learn basic living skills—the kind employed by our forefathers—and adapt them for a better life in the twenty-first century need look no further than this eminently useful, full-color guide. Countless readers have turned to Back to Basics for inspiration and instruction, escaping to an era before power saws and fast-food restaurants and rediscovering the pleasures and challenges of a healthier, greener, and more self-sufficient lifestyle. Now newly updated, the hundreds of projects, step-by-step sequences, photographs, charts, and illustrations in Back to Basics will help you dye your own wool with plant pigments, graft trees, raise chickens, craft a hutch table with hand tools, and make treats such as blueberry peach jam and cheddar cheese. The truly ambitious will find instructions on how to build a log cabin or an adobe brick homestead. More than just practical advice, this is also a book for dreamers—even if you live in a city apartment, you will find your imagination sparked, and there’s no reason why you can’t, for example, make a loom and weave a rag rug. Complete with tips for old-fashioned fun (square dancing calls, homemade toys, and kayaking tips), this may be the most thorough book on voluntary simplicity available.

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Goodbye, Things: The New Japanese Minimalism - Fumio Sasaki Cover Art

Goodbye, Things: The New Japanese Minimalism

Goodbye, Things: The New Japanese Minimalism by Fumio Sasaki

The best-selling phenomenon from Japan that shows us a minimalist life is a happy life. Fumio Sasaki is not an enlightened minimalism expert or organizing guru like Marie Kondo—he’s just a regular guy who was stressed out and constantly comparing himself to others, until one day he decided to change his life by saying goodbye to everything he didn’t absolutely need. The effects were remarkable: Sasaki gained true freedom, new focus, and a real sense of gratitude for everything around him. In Goodbye, Things Sasaki modestly shares his personal minimalist experience, offering specific tips on the minimizing process and revealing how the new minimalist movement can not only transform your space but truly enrich your life. The benefits of a minimalist life can be realized by anyone, and Sasaki’s humble vision of true happiness will open your eyes to minimalism’s potential.

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Growing Gourmet and Medicinal Mushrooms - Paul Stamets Cover Art

Growing Gourmet and Medicinal Mushrooms

Growing Gourmet and Medicinal Mushrooms by Paul Stamets

A detailed and comprehensive guide for growing and using gourmet and medicinal mushrooms commercially or at home. “Absolutely the best book in the world on how to grow diverse and delicious mushrooms.”—David Arora, author of  Mushrooms Demystified   With precise growth parameters for thirty-one mushroom species, this bible of mushroom cultivation includes gardening tips, state-of-the-art production techniques, realistic advice for laboratory and growing room construction, tasty mushroom recipes, and an invaluable troubleshooting guide.   More than 500 photographs, illustrations, and charts clearly identify each stage of cultivation, and a twenty-four-page color insert spotlights the intense beauty of various mushroom species. Whether you’re an ecologist, a chef, a forager, a pharmacologist, a commercial grower, or a home gardener—this indispensable handbook will get you started, help your garden succeed, and make your mycological landscapes the envy of the neighborhood.

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The Tobacconist Handbook - Jorge Armenteros Cover Art

The Tobacconist Handbook

The Tobacconist Handbook An Essential Guide to Cigars & Pipes by Jorge Armenteros

Learn the ins and outs of luxury tobacco use, from cigars, pipes, and more!   As we live in the “golden age of cigar making,” there is more to know and appreciate than ever before.   Great cigars and pipe tobaccos take years to grow, nurture, age, blend, and construct, yet their destiny is to return to dust; it is an extraordinary transformational and artistic journey that yields priceless moments and memories for the aficionado. But where do things begin? Where to start?   From Jorge Armenteros, founder of Tobacconist University®, you will learn everything you want and need to know about cigars and pipes. From seed to cigar, Armenteros will teach not only the history of tobacco, but what the future holds.   The Tobacconist Handbook exists as a resource for lovers of luxury tobacco to enhance our knowledge, appreciation, and quality of life.   Included in this handbook are numerous important lessons, including: • Learning the different types of tobacco • Which cigar best suits you • How to taste luxury tobacco • Making the perfect cut • Setting up a humidor • And much more Great cigars and pipes help us ruminate, decompress, gather our thoughts and emotions, revitalize ourselves, and savor our time. Furthermore, through education you will learn that luxury tobacco products are used by choice and not out of habit. They are products created by great craftsmen and women who honor thousands of years of traditions and history.   Whether you’re a seasoned smoker or someone looking to learn more about the history and becoming a cigar aficionado, The Tobacconist Handbook is the perfect place to start.

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Teaming with Microbes - Jeff Lowenfels & Wayne Lewis Cover Art

Teaming with Microbes

Teaming with Microbes The Organic Gardener's Guide to the Soil Food Web, Revised Edition by Jeff Lowenfels & Wayne Lewis

“A breakthrough book. No comprehensive horticultural library should be without it.” — American Gardener When we use chemical fertilizers, we injure the microbial life that sustains plants, and then become increasingly dependent on an arsenal of toxic substances. Teaming with Microbes offers an alternative to this vicious circle, and details how to garden in a way that strengthens, rather than destroys, the soil food web. You’ll discover that healthy soil is teeming with life—not just earthworms and insects, but a staggering multitude of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms. This must-have guide is for everyone, from those devoted to organic gardening techniques to weekend gardeners who simply want to grow healthy plants without resorting to chemicals.

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How to Keep House While Drowning - KC Davis Cover Art

How to Keep House While Drowning

How to Keep House While Drowning A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Organizing by KC Davis

An NPR Best Book of 2022 USA TODAY Bestseller This revolutionary approach to cleaning and organizing helps free you from feeling ashamed or overwhelmed by a messy home. If you’re struggling to stay on top of your to-do list, you probably have a good reason: anxiety, fatigue, depression, ADHD, or lack of support. For therapist KC Davis, the birth of her second child triggered a stress-mess cycle. The more behind she felt, the less motivated she was to start. She didn’t fold a single piece of laundry for seven months. One life-changing realization restored her sanity—and the functionality of her home: You don’t work for your home; your home works for you. In other words, messiness is not a moral failing. A new sense of calm washed over her as she let go of the shame-based messaging that interpreted a pile of dirty laundry as “I can never keep up” and a chaotic kitchen as “I’m a bad mother.” Instead, she looked at unwashed clothes and thought, “I am alive,” and at stacks of dishes and thought, “I cooked my family dinner three nights in a row.” Building on this foundation of self-compassion, KC devised the powerful practical approach that has exploded in popularity through her TikTok account, @domesticblisters. The secret is to simplify your to-do list and to find creative workarounds that accommodate your limited time and energy. In this book, you’ll learn exactly how to customize your cleaning strategy and rebuild your relationship with your home, including: -How to see chores as kindnesses to your future self, not as a reflection of your worth -How to start by setting priorities -How to stagger tasks so you won’t procrastinate -How to clean in quick bursts within your existing daily routine -How to use creative shortcuts to transform a room from messy to functional With KC’s help, your home will feel like a sanctuary again. It will become a place to rest, even when things aren’t finished. You will move with ease, and peace and calm will edge out guilt, self-criticism, and endless checklists. They have no place here.

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You Can Heal Your Pet - Elizabeth Whiter & Rohini Sathish Cover Art

You Can Heal Your Pet

You Can Heal Your Pet The Practical Guide to Holistic Health and Veterinary Care by Elizabeth Whiter & Rohini Sathish

An empowering, no-nonsense guide to holistic pet care—from treating ailments with herbal remedies to finding the perfect veterinarian—for the modern pet owner. Combining the expertise and knowledge of a leading veterinary surgeon and an internationally renowned animal complementary therapist, this unique and authoritative guide is the ultimate resource for anyone seeking holistic health care advice for their pets. Elizabeth Whiter and Dr. Rohini Sathish offer: • a comprehensive A-Z directory of common health conditions with treatment options • top tips to harvest and make tried-and-tested herbal remedies • dietary advice for optimum health, and easy-to-make food recipes • information on how to vet your vet! • a step-by-step guide to energy healing and acupressure points While conventional veterinary treatment is vital for acute conditions and emergencies, it fails to cure chronic problems. The way forward is a holistic, integrated approach with the active input of a dedicated pet owner—you. You, and only you, can really heal your pet!

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Laundry Love - Patric Richardson & Karin B. Miller Cover Art

Laundry Love

Laundry Love Finding Joy in a Common Chore by Patric Richardson & Karin B. Miller

"Patric is going to be the Ina Garten of laundry." —Good Day L.A. A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK by GMA.com, The Washington Post , Working Mother, Good Day L.A., and more! Patric Richardson, aka the "Laundry Evangelist,” reveals his revolutionary methods for cleaning clothes—and making laundry loads more fun. Doing laundry is rarely anyone’s favorite task. But to Patric Richardson, laundry isn't just fun—it's a way of life. After years of running Laundry Camp at the Mall of America for thousands of eager learners, he's ready to share his tips, tricks, and hacks—bringing surprise and delight to this commonly dreaded chore. Sorting your laundry? It's not all about whites and darks. Pondering the wash cycles? Every load, even your delicates, should be washed using express or quick-wash on warm. Facing expensive dry cleaning bills? You'll learn how to wash everything—yes everything—at home. And those basically clean but smelly clothes? Richardson has a secret for freshening those too (hint: it involves vodka, not soap). Changing your relationship with laundry can also change your life. Richardson’s handy advice shows us how to save time and money (and the planet!) with our laundry—and he intersperses it all with a healthy dose of humor, real-life laundry stories, and lessons from his Appalachian upbringing and career in fashion. Laundry Love will make you wonder why you ever stressed about ironing, dry cleaning, or (god forbid) red wine spills on your new couch. No matter the issue, Richardson is here to help you make laundry miracles happen—wrinkles and stains be damned.

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Hand Sewing for Beginners. Learn How to Sew by Hand and Perform Basic Mending and Alterations - Florence Schultz Cover Art

Hand Sewing for Beginners. Learn How to Sew by Hand and Perform Basic Mending and Alterations

Hand Sewing for Beginners. Learn How to Sew by Hand and Perform Basic Mending and Alterations by Florence Schultz

If you have ever wanted to learn how to hand sew and make your own repairs and alterations then Hand Sewing for Beginners; Learn How to Sew by Hand and Perform Basic Mending and Alterations, by Florence Schultz is the book for you. This book is a complete reference to teach you how to sew by hand. Florence covers what supplies you should have in your sewing kit, the different types of thread and needles, and how to sew basic hand stitches and repairs. Hand Sewing for Beginners is written for anyone who has never picked up a needle and thread. Florence takes you from learning to sew your first stitch to making simple repairs and alterations on your own. Your new sewing skills are not only fun, but will save you money because you will be able to make your own repairs at home. In this comprehensive reference book you will learn the following skills: How to choose the correct thread and needle for your hand sewing projectsHow to sew basic hand sewing stitches such as the basting stitch, running, stitch, back stitch, and more…How to hem a pair of pantsHow to hem a skirt and dressHow to repair a seamHow to reinforce a seamHow to sew a French seamHow to repair a rip in knit and woven fabricHow to sew on a flat button and a shanked buttonHow to add or repair a lining in a purse or bagHow to create gathersHow to create three types of pleats Each lesson includes step by step easy to understand instructions as well as large clear images. Florence's style of teaching is very laid back and friendly. You will feel like you have your very own sewing tutor sitting next to you guiding you through each lesson. This book is written for beginners, but anyone who wants to learn hand sewing techniques will find this book a valuable resource. More experienced readers will appreciate the many finishing techniques Florence has included in this book. Don't miss out on this excellent hand sewing resource. It will be your go-to guide for hand sewing. Get your copy today!

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The Power of Positive Dog Training - Pat Miller Cover Art

The Power of Positive Dog Training

The Power of Positive Dog Training by Pat Miller

A renowned dog trainer gives you the positive training tools you need to share a lifetime of fun, companionship, and respect with your dog. Plus, you'll get: information on the importance of observing, understanding, and reacting appropriately to your dog's body language; instructions on how to phase out the use of a clicker and treats to introduce more advanced training concepts; a diary to track progress; suggestions for treats your dog will respond to; and a glossary of training terms.

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Wiring Complete - Michael Litchfield Cover Art

Wiring Complete

Wiring Complete 2nd Edition by Michael Litchfield

This volume is a comprehensive, authoritative, and easy to use reference for homeowners covering all home wiring situations from the most basic to advanced. The only projects not covered are those that should be left to professionals. This highly visual book focused on real world situations faced by homeowners and real world advice, including how to deal with the inevitable things that can go wrong. What is unique about this wiring guide is that it is easy to find the project and the information on how to tackle it. Intuitive finding devices and visual tables of contents make it easy to identify the material in the book relevant to the reader's situation. The authoritative advice is provided by a professional electrician and presented in text and photos by veteran home-improvement writer, Mike Litchfield.

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The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies - Blossom Davis Cover Art

The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies

The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies Discover over 100 herbal Medicine for all kinds of Ailment Inspired By Barbara O'Neill by Blossom Davis

Embark on a Healing Journey with "The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies" Discover the power of nature's medicine cabinet with "The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies," a comprehensive guide inspired by the wisdom and teachings of Dr. Barbara O'Neill. This book is your key to unlocking the secrets of over 100 herbal remedies, each a natural solution to a range of ailments from the mundane to the chronic. What You'll Uncover Inside: A Wealth of Herbal Knowledge: Delve into an extensive collection of herbal remedies, each with its own unique healing properties, expertly compiled and explained. Dr. Barbara O'Neill's Influence: Immerse yourself in the teachings of a renowned natural health advocate, integrating her holistic approach to wellness in every remedy. User-Friendly Format: Whether you're a beginner or an experienced herbalist, you'll find the remedies easy to understand and apply, with clear instructions and insights. Natural Solutions for Everyday Ailments: From digestive issues to skin complaints, and stress relief to immune system boosts, these remedies address a wide spectrum of common health concerns. Empowerment through Education: Learn not only the 'how' but also the 'why' behind each remedy, equipping you with the knowledge to make informed health choices. Transform Your Health Naturally: "The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies" isn't just a book; it's a movement towards taking control of your health using the healing power of nature. In an age where we often turn to quick pharmaceutical fixes, this guide brings us back to the enduring wisdom of herbal treatments. Begin Your Herbal Healing Journey Today: Ready to embrace a more natural approach to your health and well-being? Click “BUY NOW” and step into a world where every plant holds the potential for healing. Let "The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies" be your guide on this transformative journey. Experience the profound impact of nature's healing power, all inspired by the teachings of Dr. Barbara O'Neill.

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Retro Crochet Style - Savannah Price Cover Art

Retro Crochet Style

Retro Crochet Style 15 Beginner-Friendly Patterns to Create Your Vintage-Inspired Closet by Savannah Price

Crochet Your Way Back in Time, Baby! Learn to create your own fabulous and one-of-a-kind wardrobe with Savannah Price’s Retro Crochet Style. This book will show you, step by step, how to make the perfect sweater, skirt, pants or dress, all of which can be customized to fit every body shape and size. Be your gorgeous self in clothing that was designed specifically for you or put a smile on your best friend’s face by gifting them a stylish new sweater handmade with love. Here are a few of the groovy designs waiting within: ∗ Sport your own far out pair of Solar Flares ∗ Stay mellow with a breezy Sunbeam Skirt ∗ Jive the day away in a gorgeous Gelato Sundress ∗ Find your flower power with a pair of Floweralls Florals and granny squares abound in Savannah’s designs that span all the best elements of styles from the ’60s and ’70s. With these patterns you will love creating crocheted clothing that has the best of both worlds: fun, colorful vintage motifs paired with modern, comfortable shaping that’s perfect for every season.

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The Cannabis Grow Bible - Greg Green Cover Art

The Cannabis Grow Bible

The Cannabis Grow Bible The Definitive Guide to Growing Marijuana for Recreational and Medical Use by Greg Green

The definitive guide to growing marijuana just got better! Greg Green’s original Cannabis Grow Bible set a new standard for handbooks on cannabis horticulture and established Green as the leading authority in the field. Green’s comprehensive and professionally presented work on how to cultivate superior cannabis struck a chord with beginner, amateur and professional growers alike—leading to sales of over 55,000 copies of the first edition of the Cannabis Grow Bible. The second edition of the Cannabis Grow Bible delivers even more of what growers are looking for—fully updated and illustrated, with a new section on organics, all in glorious color! In the Cannabis Grow Bible, Green describes methods for growers who want to maximize yield and potency. Green’s signature style blends a solid understanding of marijuana botany with practical real-world advice to help growers cope with the day-to-day demands of maintaining a high-yield garden. The book covers everything from selecting the best plant genetics to dealing with pests and predators and protecting your crop from prying eyes. It explains the "Screen of Green" technique that gives a higher yield using fewer plants, an important development for American growers who, if caught, are penalized according to number of plants. Greg Green’s Cannabis Grow Bible remains the only definitive reference available to fully explain both the art and the science behind growing the world’s best cannabis—from indoor and outdoor techniques, soil and hydroponic grows, and now organic gardening. Beginners, amateurs, and pros alike will benefit from Green’s easy-to-follow style and instructions and the accuracy, breadth and depth of information presented. Professionals will especially benefit the chapters on advanced systems and breeding. Marijuana cultivators everywhere will enjoy the new, full-color edition of the Cannabis Grow Bible.

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The Forever Dog Life - Rodney Habib & Karen Shaw Becker Cover Art

The Forever Dog Life

The Forever Dog Life 120+ Recipes, Longevity Tips, and New Science for Better Bowls and Healthier Homes by Rodney Habib & Karen Shaw Becker

In this beautifully illustrated guide, the authors of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Forever Dog show how to create a thriving, sustainable lifestyle and environment to help your dog live a longer, happier, and healthier life In The Forever Dog, Rodney Habib and Dr. Karen Becker explained that your dog’s longevity starts with proper nourishment. In The Forever Dog Life, they offer simple ways you can help your dog live longer and better from the inside-out and outside-in, including easy-to-follow tools, recipes, and tips. Learn to prepare healthy, homemade meals your dog will love, with more than 120 nutritionally packed recipes for delicious food bowls, fresh food toppers that supercharge any type of pet food, and nourishing broths and stews that entice the pickiest of eaters. And don’t forget DIY training treats, cookies, jerkies, and chews. Accompanying the recipes are science-rich tips for the best ingredients, food hacks, and tools to use in the kitchen. But food is only one aspect of a dog’s good health. The Forever Dog Life teaches you how to make your home as healthy as possible, with practical instructions for creating your own non-toxic DIY cleaners, natural disinfectants, and lawn care solutions that can easily replace hazardous chemical-based products that negatively impact our pet’s health. Also included are all-natural recipes for body care, including shampoos and conditioners, skin rinses, oral and ear care, and chemical-free flea and tick solutions. Habib and Becker make it easy to incorporate their science-backed tips into your home, so your dog (and cat!) can live a long, happy, and healthy life. Filled with wonderful stories and fantastic canines, The Forever Dog Life makes the world a safer, healthier, and happier place for animals. Backed by science and filled with photographs and four-color instructions, it is the ultimate handbook to help your dogs and cats live their best life. 

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Good Dog. Stay. - Anna Quindlen Cover Art

Good Dog. Stay.

Good Dog. Stay. by Anna Quindlen

The #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Short Guide to a Happy Life honors the life of a cherished and loyal friend and offers a heartening lesson on our four-legged family members: Sometimes an old dog can teach us new tricks.   “The life of a good dog is like the life of a good person, only shorter and more compressed,” writes Pulitzer Prize-winning author Anna Quindlen about her beloved black Labrador retriever, Beau. With her trademark wisdom and humor, Quindlen reflects on how her life has unfolded in tandem with Beau’s, and on the lessons she’s learned by watching him: to roll with the punches, to take things as they come, to measure herself not in terms of the past or the future but of the present, to raise her nose in the air from time to time and, at least metaphorically, holler, “I smell bacon!”   Good Dog. Stay. is a loving testament to canine companionship, a reflection on the impact a dog leaves on us, and a heartfelt ode to a dear pet.

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Saltwater Aquariums For Dummies - Gregory Skomal Cover Art

Saltwater Aquariums For Dummies

Saltwater Aquariums For Dummies by Gregory Skomal

Dive into the wonderful world of saltwater fish Setting up and keeping a healthy, thriving saltwater aquarium—and the gorgeous creatures that live within it—takes a lot more know-how than you might realize. Fortunately, this friendly and informative guide is here to make having a slice of the salty life in your own home easier than ever!  This fully updated edition of Saltwater Aquariums For Dummies explains in plain English how to care for a variety of marine fish and invertebrates, upkeep a tank, feed your saltwater friends, and stay informed of the latest technology in luxury tanks! Understand aquarium set up best practices Maintain a thriving aquatic environment Build the luxury saltwater tank of your dreams Be inspired by a full-color insert Whether you’re looking for basic information on how to set-up, start, and maintain a saltwater aquarium or already own one and want to whet your appetite with the latest tips, tricks, and design ideas, this book covers the gamut!  

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Basic Electrical Troubleshooting for Everyone - Darrel Philip Kaiser Cover Art

Basic Electrical Troubleshooting for Everyone

Basic Electrical Troubleshooting for Everyone by Darrel Philip Kaiser

What does the title mean? It is the idea that we can approach any electrical or electronic (and mechanical) fault using a basic logical or probability-based investigation to observe and correctly identify the significant indicators that will eventually lead us to the failure or failures. This is no different from the Detective Books you read or TV Shows you watch where the hero used a logical approach (while all those around him just ran around willy nilly) to identify the clues and catch the bad guy. This book is a complete course in Troubleshooting. Along with the written theory explaining my troubleshooting methods, there are over 80 diagrams and drawings, and 50 comprehension questions (with the answers) that will help you monitor how much you understand.

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Marine Aquarium Handbook - Martin A. Moe, Jr. Cover Art

Marine Aquarium Handbook

Marine Aquarium Handbook Beginner to Breeder by Martin A. Moe, Jr.

The Marine Aquarium Handbook is the bestselling saltwater aquarium book of all time, selling more than 250,000 copies since first published in 1982 and launching aspiring aquarists into the marine aquarium hobby. Out of print since 2006, this indispensable resource is now available in a completely updated and redesigned third edition that includes world-class color photography to help guide the reader through setup of their first marine aquarium and then progresses to reefkeeping and breeding of marine fishes. Written by an acclaimed marine biologist and pioneering fish and invertebrate breeder, the book provides sound advice in a clear, readable, and engaging voice. New content exclusive to this edition includes recent advances in biofiltration and energy-efficient lighting, brand new chapters on marine foods and refugia, greatly expanded coverage of fish species and hardy invertebrate species, and information about those species best suited for breeding. Each featured fish has a species profile, behavior notes, native range, maximum size, and essential feeding and husbandry advice. The Marine Aquarium Handbook covers everything a marine hobbyist needs to know to get started and be successful, including aquarium choices, water chemistry, filtration, biological filtration and live rock, setup and maintenance, fish selection, and identification and treatment of common diseases.

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Cold Noses at the Pearly Gates: - Gary Kurz Cover Art

Cold Noses at the Pearly Gates:

Cold Noses at the Pearly Gates: A Book of Hope for Those Who Have Lost a Pet by Gary Kurz

Do all dogs and cats really go to heaven? Yes, they do! The death of your beloved pet can be one of the most heartbreaking losses you'll ever endure. But recovery isn't only about closure. You also want to know where your best friend has gone. After the intense, unexpected grief he experienced following the loss of his own companions, animal lover and biblical scholar Gary Kurz set out to prove that there are indeed pets in Paradise. After devoting countless hours of research, he now shares his inspiring insights to bring you a richer understanding of animals and their souls. You'll finally find answers to common questions about animals and the afterlife--and you'll also get a 30-day devotional to help you work through your grief. If you've ever loved and lost a pet, or if you know someone who has shared a special bond with a furry face and a cold, wet nose, you'll welcome this amazing book's reassurance that love and loyalty are truly eternal, and that someday, you and your pets will be together again. "For those of us who love our pets so passionately, Gary Kurz thoughtfully and thoroughly gives hope that death is not the end for our furry, scaled, and feathered friends." --Francine Hornberger, co-author of  So You Think You Know about Cats?   “Wonderful, inspiring, and comforting.”—Mary Buddemeyer-Porter, author of Will I See Fido in Heaven?

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The Complete Dog Breed Book, New Edition - DK Cover Art

The Complete Dog Breed Book, New Edition

The Complete Dog Breed Book, New Edition Choose the Perfect Dog for You by DK

Find your ideal dog - and learn how to look after it - in this stunning guide to all things canine. Combining breeds, behavior, care, and training advice, this book contains everything you need to know to help you choose and look after a dog, from the tiny Chihuahua to the towering Great Dane. Find the perfect pet using Q&A selector charts that help you find the best breed to suit your lifestyle. Fully updated to reflect the latest dog breeds, The Complete Dog Breed Book contains a catalog of more than 420 dogs. Each features stunning photographs of the dog from various angles, while popular breeds - including the Boxer, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel - are given a special in-depth treatment. Clear and concise text explains the main features of the dog, as well as providing a historical overview of the breed. Annotation highlights physical characteristics of each breed, while panels provide an at-a-glance guide to key features, such as the dog's temperament, size, and color. A practical section on care covers the fundamental aspects of looking after a dog, from handling and grooming to exercise and health. Step-by-step photographic sequences, combined with expert-written advice, explain the essentials of basic obedience. The Complete Dog Breed Book is a one-stop manual to helping you become the owner of a happy, healthy, well-behaved dog.

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Mine! - Jean Donaldson Cover Art

Mine!

Mine! A Practical Guide to Resource Guarding in Dogs by Jean Donaldson

Winner of the DWAA Maxwell Award for 2002, Training and Behavior Book. A practical how-to guide on resource guarding - food bowl, object, bed, crate, owner, etc. - in dogs. Contents include: aggression basics, nature of resource guarding, kinds of resource guarding, behaviorist vs. medical models, recognizing guarding, prognosis, safety tools, treatment overview, management, desensitization and counterconditioning, resource sample hierarchies, generalization, troubleshooting, body handling desensitization, operant conditioning.

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The Other End of the Leash - Patricia McConnell, Ph.D., Cover Art

The Other End of the Leash

The Other End of the Leash Why We Do What We Do Around Dogs by Patricia McConnell, Ph.D.,

Learn to communicate with your dog—using their language   “Good reading for dog lovers and an immensely useful manual for dog owners.”— The Washington Post   An Applied Animal Behaviorist and dog trainer with more than twenty years’ experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell reveals a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs—sharing insights on how “man’s best friend” might interpret our behavior, as well as essential advice on how to interact with our four-legged friends in ways that bring out the best in them.   After all, humans and dogs are two entirely different species, each shaped by its individual evolutionary heritage. Quite simply, humans are primates and dogs are canids (as are wolves, coyotes, and foxes). Since we each speak a different native tongue, a lot gets lost in the translation. This marvelous guide demonstrates how even the slightest changes in our voices and in the ways we stand can help dogs understand what we want. Inside you will discover:   • How you can get your dog to come when called by acting less like a primate and more like a dog • Why the advice to “get dominance” over your dog can cause problems • Why “rough and tumble primate play” can lead to trouble—and how to play with your dog in ways that are fun and keep him out of mischief • How dogs and humans share personality types—and why most dogs want to live with benevolent leaders rather than “alpha wanna-bes!”   Fascinating, insightful, and compelling, The Other End of the Leash is a book that strives to help you connect with your dog in a completely new way—so as to enrich that most rewarding of relationships.

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Unf*ck Your Habitat - Rachel Hoffman Cover Art

Unf*ck Your Habitat

Unf*ck Your Habitat You're Better Than Your Mess by Rachel Hoffman

"The perfect housekeeping guide for somebody who is overwhelmed with their mess and can’t figure out how to start." –Lifehacker “An accessible guide on how to clean for normal people." –Livestrong "It actually changed my life and my home; I’m serious." –Book Riot Finally, a housekeeping and organizational system developed for those of us who'd describe our current living situation as a “f*cking mess” that we're desperate to fix. Unf*ck Your Habitat is for anyone who has been left behind by traditional aspirational systems. The ones that ignore single people with full-time jobs; people without kids but living with roommates; and people with mental illnesses or physical limitations. Most organizational books are aimed at traditional homemakers, DIYers, and people who seem to have unimaginable amounts of free time. They assume we all iron our sheets, have linen napkins to match our table runners, and can keep plants alive for longer than a week. Basically, they ignore most of us living here in the real world! Interspersed with lists and challenges, this practical, no-nonsense advice relies on a 20/10 system (20 minutes of cleaning followed by a 10-minute break; no marathon cleaning allowed) to help you develop lifelong habits. It motivates you to embrace a new lifestyle in manageable sections so you can actually start applying the tactics as you progress. For everyone stuck between The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up and Adulting , this philosophy is more realistic than aspirational, but the goal is the same: not everyone will have a showcase of a home, but whatever your habitat, you deserve for it to bring you happiness, not stress.

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Dewey - Vicki Myron & Bret Witter Cover Art

Dewey

Dewey The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World by Vicki Myron & Bret Witter

Experience the uplifting, "unforgettable" New York Times bestseller about an abandoned kitten named Dewey, whose life in a library won over a farming town and the world -- with over 2 million copies sold! ( Booklist ) Dewey's story starts in the worst possible way. On the coldest night of the year in Spencer, Iowa, at only a few weeks old--a critical age for kittens--he was stuffed into the return book slot of the Spencer Public Library. He was found the next morning by library director Vicki Myron, a single mother who had survived the loss of her family farm, a breast cancer scare, and an alcoholic husband. Dewey won her heart, and the hearts of the staff, by pulling himself up and hobbling on frostbitten feet to nudge each of them in a gesture of thanks and love. For the next nineteen years, he never stopped charming the people of Spencer with his enthusiasm, warmth, humility (for a cat), and, above all, his sixth sense about who needed him most. As his fame grew from town to town, then state to state and finally, amazingly, worldwide, Dewey became more than just a friend; he became a source of pride for an extraordinary Heartland farming community slowly working its way back from the greatest crisis in its long history.

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On Talking Terms With Dogs - Turid Rugaas Cover Art

On Talking Terms With Dogs

On Talking Terms With Dogs Calming Signals 2nd Edition by Turid Rugaas

Norwegian dog trainer and behaviorist Turid Rugaas is a noted expert on canine body language, notably “calming signals,” which are signals dogs use to avoid conflict, invite play, and communicate a wide range of information to other dogs and people. These are the dogs’ attempt to defuse situations that otherwise might result in fights or aggression. Companion DVD, 'Calming Signals: What Your Dog Tells You,' DTB788, is also available. The DVD shows footage of many calming signals, how dogs use them, and how you can use them to calm your dog. http://www.dogwise.com/authpub/dtb527_excerpt.pdf Click here to view an excerpt. What reviewers are saying... DOGWORLD This little book by Norwegian trainer and behaviorist Turid Rugaas provides a dog-to-human dictionary of canine body language. Through years of observation, Rugaas has identified gestures and movements that dogs use to signal to other dogs-- and humans –that they have peaceful intentions. They also use calming signals when they are stressed. These signals include yawning, sniffing the ground, licking the nose, and looking away, to name a few… In perhaps the biggest improvement in the second edition, the calming signals are now presented in full-color photographs, rather than the somewhat crude line drawings that illustrated the first. If you have read the first edition, consider buying and reading the second: Unless you’re an expert on calming signals, the photographs and new text will surely be illuminating. MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW On Talking Terms With Dogs: Calming Signals by international dog trainer and behaviorist Turid Rugaas is a truly "user-friendly" guide to understanding and communicating with your dog. Introducing its readers to many conceptual tactics and subtle tendencies which might imply the dog's desires, On Talking Terms With Dogs is an invaluable reference for dog owners who truly wish to help their friend to an ultimate happiness. On Talking Terms With Dogs is very strongly recommended to all dog owners, especially those highly devoted and owners of multiple canine companions. James A. Cox CANINE REVIEW Some books make you think, and this little book by Rugaas does just that. It gives an interpretation of body language of dogs. More specifically, body language dogs use with each other and with us to calm down a situation. It’s an enjoyable read that can be accomplished in an hour on a Sunday morning. It helped me better understand some of the point-costing behaviors my dogs produce in the obedience ring… If you deal with dogs in stressful situations, or even just want to understand your dog’s behavior better, I think you would find this book helpful and enlightening. Marlene Parish NORTH SHORE NEWS When trying to communicate with someone who does not speak the same language it is natural to resort to gestures and to pay close attention to general body movements. It is the same principal that guides our understanding of basic dog language. Turid Rugaas has spent much of her life working with dogs. Through her studies and sensitive approach she has been able to achieve a rapport that is based on mutual respect. She states, “if you want your dog to respect you, you must also respect your dog.” Through this foundation, she has established a level of communication that is attainable for dog lovers everywhere. Dogs provide many signals during their interaction with each other – by paying attention to these signals and their desired effects, we can all learn to better relate to our canine friends.

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Bonsai - Bonsai Empire Cover Art

Bonsai

Bonsai The Beginners Guide by Bonsai Empire

How often do I need to water my Bonsai tree?  Should I prune my tree? Although caring for a Bonsai tree is not nearly as difficult as most people believe, you need to learn about some basic techniques in order to keep your tree thriving. Our beginners guide contains all the essential information you need in order to succeed. It covers the basic techniques, well illustrated with over two hundred images, and explains everything you need to know in an understandable way. The book includes: - Over 200 stunning images - Over 100 pages - Explanations of the basic techniques and tools - Care guides on the 10 most popular tree species - Background on the history, definition and styles Bonsai Empire is the world's most visited Bonsai website and has provided beginners with quality information for over a decade. We have developed this guide to help you get a taste of this fascinating and living art, and hope you'll enjoy it as much as we do! Walter Pall: "Now here is the ultimate book to lead beginners. I am happy to have been able to contribute to this"

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101 Needlepoint Stitches and How to Use Them - Hope Hanley Cover Art

101 Needlepoint Stitches and How to Use Them

101 Needlepoint Stitches and How to Use Them Fully Illustrated with Photographs and Diagrams by Hope Hanley

Tired of doing the same basic stitches over and over again? Noted designer Hope Hanley can help you bring new excitement and beauty to your needlepoint in more than a hundred different ways. In this practical, extremely well-organized guide she presents a treasury of 101 decorative stitches, with an easy-to-read chart and an actual-size photograph for each one. Only stitches which adequately cover the canvas have been included in this versatile collection. In Tapestry no warp threads are allowed to show through, so why let canvas show in needlepoint? Enhance and individualize your needlepoint projects with expert advice on a host of exquisite stitches: rep stitch; fancy cross stitch; Renaissance stitch; cross stitch; Herringbone stitch; shaded stripe stitch; double stitch; mosaic stitch; French stitch; Greek stitch; velvet stitch; closed cat stitch; and scores more. The author explains precisely where and how to make best use of each stitch (as a filling stitch in small areas, as a background or a grounding pattern), and tells whether each is slow or quick to work up and whether it's best on mono or two-thread canvas. No stitch combinations have been included, just the fundamental stitch. Think up your own combinations — there are hundreds of them! Whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced needleworker, give your needlepoint a vibrant new look with this modestly priced, indispensable reference work.

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Mini Farming - Brett L. Markham Cover Art

Mini Farming

Mini Farming Self-Sufficiency on 1/4 Acre by Brett L. Markham

Go back to basics—compost, raising chickens, water and irrigation, dealing with pests, and much more—with this unique, full color bestseller (over 400,000 sold). Mini Farming describes a holistic approach to small-area farming that will show you how to produce 85 percent of an average family’s food on just a quarter acre—and earn $10,000 in cash annually while spending less than half the time that an ordinary job would require. Even if you have never been a farmer or a gardener, this book covers everything you need to know to get started: • Buying and saving seeds • Starting seedlings • Establishing raised beds • Soil fertility practices • Composting • Dealing with pest and disease problems • Crop rotation • Selling your produce arm planning, and much more. Because self-sufficiency is the objective, subjects such as raising backyard chickens and home canning are also covered along with numerous methods for keeping costs down and production high. Materials, tools, and techniques are detailed with photographs, tables, diagrams, and illustrations.

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Creating Effective Spaces - Natasha Swingler Cover Art

Creating Effective Spaces

Creating Effective Spaces Declutter, Organize and Maintain Your Space by Natasha Swingler

An effective space is one that works for you, liberating you to live the life you want. Natasha Swingler’s decluttering and organization solutions save time, space, and look amazing! Natasha takes you around the home and shares her hacks from the kitchen to the bedroom via the office and hallway. Never again will you need to step over your “floordrobe”, rifle through the shoe rack, or spend ten minutes searching for keys. Applying Natasha’s “house rules” to every room, drawer, and cupboard, you’ll learn to ditch the complex systems, keep things where you use them, and set all-important boundaries throughout your home.  Taking the questionnaire at the start of the book will reveal the priorities for your living space. Then, by implementing daily routines, simple systems, and practical processes tailored to your needs, you will create an ideal stress-free environment that looks good, too. With beautiful photography throughout, and step-by-step diagrams of folds for everything from towels and T-shirts to gift-wrap, Natasha’s system for creating a serene home can be applied to any space, large or small.

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Puppy Training for Beginners: The Complete Guide to Raising the Perfect Dog with Crate Training, Potty Training, and Obedience Training - Brian McMillan Cover Art

Puppy Training for Beginners: The Complete Guide to Raising the Perfect Dog with Crate Training, Potty Training, and Obedience Training

Puppy Training for Beginners: The Complete Guide to Raising the Perfect Dog with Crate Training, Potty Training, and Obedience Training by Brian McMillan

Have you been thinking of adding a canine member to your family? Or have you just gotten a puppy and are super-excited about the amazing time you are going to have with it? What's your motivation for getting a puppy? Is it that you're amazed by all the various behaviors you see in other dogs? Is the idea of having a dog friend attractive because you're so busy you hardly have time to interact with people? Are you looking for a friend who will always be there for you through thick and thin? Do you want a helper who will fetch household items on command? If this sounds like you, then keep reading! Whatever your reason for getting a dog, you need to understand that your dog won't miraculously become the perfect pet that you want to raise. It takes hard work, persistence, and understanding to get to a level where you can consider your dog a friend. To have a long relationship and live in harmony with your pet, you have many things to teach your new pet. So, whether you are reading this to learn how to raise your new dog or a fresh perspective on how to raise the one you already have, this is the right place to be. The purpose of this book is to enlighten people on the modern and standard way of training dogs and to show them how to get an incredible result from heart-to-heart communication with their dog. I will take you through socialization, basic training, health problems, grooming, house training, and feeding. The book also covers troubleshooting some common behavioral problems associated with dogs like chewing, biting, excessive barking, nipping, etc. Reading this book provides you with an excellent practical guide on the best way you can train your dog. Within these pages, you will discover: • How to Choose the Best Breed for You • How to Puppy-Proof Your Home to Keep Your New Family Addition Safe and Happy • Potty Training Strategies • How to Read a Food Label to Pick the Best Diet • How to Avoid Accidents • Indoor and Outdoor Training • Crate Training • Health Care for your Puppy • Dealing with Problem Behavior • How to Avoid Accidents AND MUCH MORE! No matter how young or old, how inexperienced, or experienced, or what education level you have, this book will be able to help you strengthen your understanding of how to best train your puppy so that you can utilize it in your daily life to achieve the things you want your puppy to achieve. A well-behaved dog is not only your pride but also helps the puppy to live a more free and happy life. If you're ready to take control and learn how to start training your puppy - then look no further. Don't waste another minute, scroll up and hit "BUY NOW" to get started today!

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The Ultimate Cigar Book - Richard Carleton Hacker Cover Art

The Ultimate Cigar Book

The Ultimate Cigar Book 4th Edition by Richard Carleton Hacker

First published in 1993, The Ultimate Cigar Book has become a classic in its field, and is generally credited with having helped launch the current cigar smoking craze. It has been reprinted numerous times in the United States, and is now sold worldwide. No other book contains as much detailed and factual information on virtually every facet of cigar making and cigar smoking. And now this trendsetting been has been revised in this fourth edition for the aficionado of the future! Forget 1492. This book starts out in B. C. (Before Columbus) and transports the cigar enthusiast on a fun and fact-filled adventure into virtually every realm of today’s popular and growing cigar smoking pastime. Written by one of the most knowledgeable and internationally-celebrated pipe and cigar authors of our time, Richard Carleton Hacker’s well-known wit and wisdom will keep the reader enthralled with every turn of the page, as he takes you on an information-packed would tour of cigars. Starting off with a history of cigar smoking, the author then shows us how cigars are made today (handmade, handrolled, and machine made), divulges the secrets of finding the “perfect” cigar, and discusses the ritual of smoking and how to properly care for and store our cigars. From there the book lists a number of innovative cigar accessories, suggests which beers, wines, whiskeys, brandies, and cognacs go with what cigars, enlightens us with a chapter on cigar smoking celebrities, and concludes with the world’s first International Compendium of virtually every cigar brand known today, complete with histories and observations on taste, according to the author’s HPH (Highly Prejudiced Hacker-Scale) ratings. If that was not enough, there is even a dictionary of CigarSpeak! The Ultimate Cigar Book is the most comprehensive, factual, and up-to-date book for the cigar smoker or for those who just want to learn more about the fascinating and popular world of cigar smoking.

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The New Work of Dogs - Jon Katz Cover Art

The New Work of Dogs

The New Work of Dogs Tending to Life, Love, and Family by Jon Katz

“Sometimes human-dog relationships are simple, unrelated to the emotional lives and histories of either species. But often people acquire and love dogs with little awareness that they might have complex and revealing reasons for choosing the dog or pet they choose, loving it the way they do.” Writing about his own dogs in A Dog Year , Jon Katz became immersed in a larger community of dog lovers and came to realize that in an increasingly fragmented and disconnected society, dogs are often treated not as pets, but as family members and human surrogates. The New Work of Dogs profiles a dozen such relationships in a New Jersey town, like the story of Harry, a Welsh corgi who provides sustaining emotional strength for a woman battling terminal breast cancer; Cherokee, companion of a man who has few human friends and doesn’t know how to talk to his own family; the Divorced Dogs Club, whose funny, acerbic, and sometimes angry women turn to their dogs to help them rebuild their lives; and Betty Jean, the frantic founder of a tiny rescue group that has saved five hundred dogs from abuse or abandonment in recent years. Drawn from hundreds of interviews and conversations with dog owners and lovers, breeders, veterinarians, rescuers, trainers, behaviorists, and psychiatrists, The New Work of Dogs combines compelling personal narratives with a penetrating look at human/animal attachment, and questions whether this relationship shift is an entirely positive phenomenon for both species. Katz offers us a portrait of a community, and by extension a country, that is turning to its pets for emotional support and stability—a difficult job that more and more dogs are expected to do every day. The New Work of Dogs is a provocative and moving exploration of the evolving role dogs play in a changing and uncertain world. BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Jon Katz's  Going Home .

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