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Cirque Du Freak The Saga Of Darren Shan: Book 1

In the tradition of Stephen King's 'Salem's Lot, Cirque Du Freak is the frightening saga of a young boy whose visit to a mysterious freak show leads him on a journey into a dark world of vampires. Filled with grotesque creatures, murderous vampires, and a petrifying ending, Cirque Du Freak will chill, thrill, and leave readers begging for more.

Women of Grace & Charm: A Quilting Tribute to the Women Who Served in WWII

Women of Grace & Charm: A Quilting Tribute to the Women Who Served in WWII

by Barb Adams, Alma Allen

They were the unsung heroines of World War II - the women who built the planes, wrapped the bandages, nursed the wounded. Now their inspiring personal stories are combined with beautiful quilt work in "Women of Grace and Charm." Each of the 12 quilt blocks, designed by best-selling authors Alma Allen and Barb Adams, feature a center star. The stars represent the service star that families placed in their... (more)

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A Complete Guide to Traditional Skills

by Abigail R. Gehring

This how-to, user-friendly guide teaches self-sufficiency-covering all of life's essentials: shelter; alternative energy sources; growing and preserving food; home crafts; directions for making herbal remedies; and even home-grown entertainment.

Quilts in Red and Green and the Women Who Made Them

Quilts in Red and Green and the Women Who Made Them

by Terry Clothier Thompson, Nancy Hornback

The 10 applique patterns in this book are beautiful examples of a type of 19th century quilt style noted for its decorative features - the appliqued quilt with bold exuberant floral patterns in bright colors of red and green. Historians Nancy Hornback and Terry Clothier Thompson share their enthusiasm for these quilts. "It amazes us to think that after more than 150 years, red and green applique quilts still... (more)

The Kid-Friendly ADHD and Autism Cookbook: The Ultimate Guide to the Gluten-Free, Casein-Free Diet

The Kid-Friendly ADHD and Autism Cookbook: The Ultimate Guide to the Gluten-Free, Casein-Free Diet

by Dana Laake, Pamela J. Compart, Dana Godbout Laake

The best kid-friendly recipes and guide to the gluten-free milk-free diet for ADHD and Autism. What it is. Why it works. How to do it. The Centers for Disease Control reports significant increases in Autism and ADHD - both affecting primarily boys. The CDC estimates that 1 out of 175 children (age 4 to 17) currently have Autism (300,000). Before 1985, Autism occurred in less than 1 out of 2000. ADHD is much... (more)

The Diversity of Fishes

by Gene S. Helfman

Fishes, as the largest group of living vertebrates, offer almost unlimited opportunities for the study of evolutionary adaptations to environmental and biotic selection pressures. The book covers basic fish anatomy, physiology and phylogeny, but the major theme of the book is evolution. For example, What has been the effect of evolutionary pressures on the form and function of fishes? Pitched at the undergraduate... (more)

The Complete Guide to Walking, New and Revised: For Health, Weight Loss, and Fitness

The Complete Guide to Walking, New and Revised: For Health, Weight Loss, and Fitness

by Mark Fenton

All you need to get fit is your own two feet--and a copy of Mark Fenton's classic Walking book, now fully revised.

Botanical Riches: The Story of Botanical Exploration

Botanical Riches: The Story of Botanical Exploration

by Richard Aitken

The botanical riches of this book are twofold. This is firstly a book about plants themselves, and the story of their exploration, appreciation, introduction and exploitation through the ages. But it is equally about the collective library of books that document this botanical exploration and appreciation of plants, and the history and craft of botanical illustration. Richard Aitken brings his wide expertise in... (more)

Plants and Animals of the Pacific Northwest: An Illustrated Guide to the Natural History of Western Oregon, Washington and British Columbia

Plants and Animals of the Pacific Northwest: An Illustrated Guide to the Natural History of Western Oregon, Washington and British Columbia

by Eugene N. Kozloff

In the lowlands of the Pacific Northwest, from southern Oregon to British Columbia, the plant and animal life is rich and vast. Previously anyone interested in identifying and learning about the fauna and flora has had to consult a different book for each life form: a tree book for the Pacific yew, a wildflower guide for Indian pipe, and some other reference for garter snakes. In this guidebook, Eugene Kozloff has... (more)

Carnivorous Plants: Biology and Cultivation

Carnivorous Plants: Biology and Cultivation

by Wilhelm Barthlott, Stefan Porembski, Rudiger Seine, Inge Theisen

Plants that trap and eat animals: an amazing phenomenon that has inspired awe since before the days of Darwin. The victims may be flies and butterflies, small crustaceans, or even vertebrates the size of rats. Lured into the danger zone by optical, tactile, and olfactory strategies, the prey succumb to ingenious traps and face their doom. But unlike plants that temporarily catch insects for pollination, the... (more)

Bringing Nature Home: How Native Plants Sustain Wildlife in Our Gardens

Bringing Nature Home: How Native Plants Sustain Wildlife in Our Gardens

by Douglas W. Tallamy

The pressures on wildlife populations today are greater than they have ever been and many gardeners assume they can remedy this situation by simply planting a variety of flowering perennials, trees, and shrubs. As Douglas Tallamy points out in this revelatory book, that assumption is largely mistaken. Wild creatures exist in a complex web of interrelationships, and often require different kinds of food at... (more)

Hellebores (Gardener's Guide to Growing Series)

Hellebores (Gardener's Guide to Growing Series)

by Graham Rice

Flowers to brighten the dark days of winter are especially valuable in the garden and none are so welcome nor so colourful as the hellebores. This concise, illustrated handbook contains detailed information on all aspects of hellebore care, providing invaluable reference for amateur gardeners and experienced growers alike. The straightforward approach to essential techniques, together with advice on tackling pests... (more)

Crazy for Kanji: A Student's Guide to the Wonderful World of Japanese Characters

Crazy for Kanji: A Student's Guide to the Wonderful World of Japanese Characters

by Eve Kushner

Memorizing kanji-Japanese written characters-and their thousands of shapes, sounds, and meanings-would drive anyone crazy. And here's something crazier: a whole book about kanji-where they come from, why they look like they do, how to tell husband from prisoner, where to find kanji in Wales, and how to learn kanji faster. Scattered throughout are nearly one hundred large-type "exhibits" of kanji madness,... (more)

Beading From Nature: Creating Jewelry with Stones from the Earth

Beading From Nature: Creating Jewelry with Stones from the Earth

by Crystal McDougald

Arthur Schwartz's Jewish Home Cooking: Yiddish Recipes Revisited

Arthur Schwartz's Jewish Home Cooking: Yiddish Recipes Revisited

by Arthur Schwartz

Arthur Schwartz knows how Jewish food warms the heart and delights the soul, whether it's talking about it, shopping for it, cooking it, or, above all, eating it. JEWISH HOME COOKING presents authentic yet contemporary versions of traditional Ashkenazi foods--rugulach, matzoh brei, challah, brisket, and even challenging classics like kreplach (dumplings) and gefilte fish--that are approachable to make and... (more)

Crazy Quilts: History - Techniques - Embroidery Motifs

Crazy Quilts: History - Techniques - Embroidery Motifs

by Cindy Brick

The crazy quilt was anything but "crazy." It began with necessity and ingenuity, the piecing together of any odd scrap of fabric that outlasted its first (or even second) use, and evolved into an art form in which the finest silks, satins, and velvets, stitched together with elaborate embroidery, attested to a quilters rich imagination and artistry. This beautiful book traces the bewitching history of the... (more)

The Salvage Studio: Sustainable Home Comforts to Organize, Entertain & Inspire

The Salvage Studio: Sustainable Home Comforts to Organize, Entertain & Inspire

by Amy Duncan

With the increasing popularity of eco-lifestyles, people are hungry for ideas to live more easily with the earth. Using "reduce, reuse, and recycle" as their mantra, the Salvage Studio ladies show how simple it is to have a green and comfortable daily life. The ideas and projects presented in their book use the most common of materials, items that people often throw away: tarnished silver plate, chipped china,... (more)

A Touch of Glass: Designs for Creating Glass Bead Jewelry

A Touch of Glass: Designs for Creating Glass Bead Jewelry

by Nancy Alden

“Before they even reach the jeweler, many glass beads are, in themselves, a complete expression of artistic endeavor.” —Nancy Alden, from the introduction Beautiful, affordable, and infinitely versatile, glass beads provide limitless design possibilities. A Touch of Glass shows crafters how to capture the allure of glass bead jewelry that rivals the elegance and intricacy of pieces made with more precious... (more)

Bad Mother: A Chronicle of Maternal Crimes, Minor Calamities, and Occasional Moments of Grace

Bad Mother: A Chronicle of Maternal Crimes, Minor Calamities, and Occasional Moments of Grace

by Ayelet Waldman

In the tradition of recent hits like The Bitch in the House and Perfect Madness comes a hilarious and controversial book that every woman will have an opinion about, written by America’s most outrageous writer. In our mothers’ day there were good mothers, neglectful mothers, and occasionally great mothers. Today we have only Bad Mothers. If you work, you’re neglectful; if you stay home, you’re... (more)

Seams to Me: 24 New Reasons to Love Sewing

Seams to Me: 24 New Reasons to Love Sewing

by Anna Maria Horner

Admired fabric designer Anna Maria Horner draws on her passion for art, sewing, and textiles to inspire one-of-a-kind projects Anna Maria Horner's signature style combines the techniques of a seasoned sewer with the vision of an artist. In Seams to Me: 24 New Reasons to Love Sewing , she walks you through the fundamentals, offering practical advice on everything from fabric selection to color choices to... (more)

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A Living Nightmare

by Darren Shan