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A Sign of Affection 2: ['About the Author', "One of the most prolific and successful shojo manga creators of the last decade, suu Morishita's English-language debut was Shortcake Cake, which has more than one million copies in print worldwide. Morishita's second series to be released in English is A Sign of Affection."]	{ "description": [ "About the Author", "One of the most prolific and successful shojo manga creators of the last decade, suu Morishita's English-language debut was Shortcake Cake, which has more than one million copies in print worldwide. Morishita's second series to be released in English is A Sign of Affection." ], "features": [ "Yuki is a typical college student--it's just that she can't hear. A chance encounter on a train leads to a serious crush...but will he give her a chance? A sweet and relatable manga romance from the creator of", "Shortcake Cake", "!", "FITS AND STARTS “Why must the time we spend together always be so short?” After struggling with her feelings for Itsuomi, Yuki’s chosen love. An intense heart-to-heart between the two, sitting against a laundromat window watching the falling snow, has begun to deepen their relationship. But there’s still much more progress to be made, and Yuki finds the world Itsuomi inhabits intimidating… How can they keep communicating when Itsuomi drops in and out of Yuki’s life? From the acclaimed author of", "Shortcake Cake", ", the hit shojo series with more than a million copies in print, this new work is full of real-life details about Japanese sign language and living without hearing, and it's sure to please fans of romantic stories like", "A Silent Voice", ",", "Kimi ni Todoke", ", and", "Love in Focus", "!" ], "price": "12.99", "title": "A Sign of Affection 2" }
DESERT PHOENIX: Inspired by a True Story: ['Review', 'PRAISE FOR', 'DESERT PHOENIX', '"Bravo! You\'ll want to stand up and cheer as a prostitute named Tempa struggles to make her way in the wild and woolly West, willing to overcome everything for the man she so deeply loves. Especially when you realize that there really was a Tempa and this story is based on the truth." —', 'Carol Bradley - Bestselling author of Saving Gracie', '"This is one of the best stories I have read in a long while." - Netgalley Reviewer', '"This true story will stay with me for a long time. I read it in two sittings."', '- Netgalley Reviewer', '"... a poignant narrative that is as psychologically disturbing as it is emotionally rich."', '- The Book Commentary', '"A heart-gripping read!"', '-', 'Reedsy Discovery', '"Desert Phoenix', 'is as good an old-fashioned period novel as you\'ll ever find." -', 'Netgalley Reviewer', 'From the Author', 'A 5th generation Nevadan, I spent a magical childhood exploring mining ghost town, scouring the desert for artifacts, and poking in nooks and crannies in search of outlaw loot. In fact, according to family lore, Butch Cassidy rode his horse right up onto my great-aunt Noma\'s front porch, leaned down to knock on her door, then asked for a cup of water. His given name, "Leroy Parker," is still visible among the names of the mining-era wagon freighters written in axle grease on the cliff face next to where Noma\'s house once stood. Her younger brother, my great-grandfather, Freel Lytle, was one such freighter—the American Old West\'s version of a long-haul trucker.Barely out of childhood, at the turn of the twentieth century, Freel contracted with a team and wagon to haul supplies from railroad stations into raucous mining camps\xa0and the gold bars\xa0back out to the train depot (some forty-three million dollars worth of the stuff in monetary estimates of the day).\xa0But more fascinating even than the legendary cargo he transferred are the characters he met along the way.\xa0Stitched together from information I gleaned from\xa0United States censuses, documents from the\xa0Lincoln County Courthouse, old newspapers,\xa0unpublished family histories and personal memoirs, along with anecdotes passed down from generation to generation into my ears and my heart,', 'Desert Phoenix', "is the epic love story of two such characters Freel befriended in his travels: Henry, a young German immigrant on the run from the law, and a one-eyed\xa0crib prostitute called Tempa.I've spent the last ten years with Henry and Tempa, even visiting the old ghost towns and their homesteads for the opportunity to walk where they\xa0spent their unremarkably remarkable lives, while trying to piece together their forgotton histories as best as I could. Henry and Tempa\xa0have become as dear to me as any friends I've ever known. The time I've spent with them, in reconnecting with my heritage, and in learning about the history of my birthplace has been a precious gift to me. This novel\xa0is a love letter to my homeland, a tribute to my ancestors, and a legacy for my posterity.", 'About the Author', "For a girl who grew up foraging for pine nuts and arrowheads between today's Area 51 and Butch Cassidy's old stomping grounds in southern Nevada, Suzette is bewildered to find herself living in Montana's land of ice and snow. In writing novels, she is compelled by stories found within her family tree. A lifelong songwriter, she is also the author of several stage musicals. She and her husband are the parents of three grown sons and newly grandparents to a set of identical twin girls.", 'Read more']	{ "description": [ "Review", "PRAISE FOR", "DESERT PHOENIX", "\"Bravo! You'll want to stand up and cheer as a prostitute named Tempa struggles to make her way in the wild and woolly West, willing to overcome everything for the man she so deeply loves. Especially when you realize that there really was a Tempa and this story is based on the truth.\" —", "Carol Bradley - Bestselling author of Saving Gracie", "\"This is one of the best stories I have read in a long while.\" - Netgalley Reviewer", "\"This true story will stay with me for a long time. I read it in two sittings.\"", "- Netgalley Reviewer", "\"... a poignant narrative that is as psychologically disturbing as it is emotionally rich.\"", "- The Book Commentary", "\"A heart-gripping read!\"", "-", "Reedsy Discovery", "\"Desert Phoenix", "is as good an old-fashioned period novel as you'll ever find.\" -", "Netgalley Reviewer", "From the Author", "A 5th generation Nevadan, I spent a magical childhood exploring mining ghost town, scouring the desert for artifacts, and poking in nooks and crannies in search of outlaw loot. In fact, according to family lore, Butch Cassidy rode his horse right up onto my great-aunt Noma's front porch, leaned down to knock on her door, then asked for a cup of water. His given name, \"Leroy Parker,\" is still visible among the names of the mining-era wagon freighters written in axle grease on the cliff face next to where Noma's house once stood. Her younger brother, my great-grandfather, Freel Lytle, was one such freighter—the American Old West's version of a long-haul trucker.Barely out of childhood, at the turn of the twentieth century, Freel contracted with a team and wagon to haul supplies from railroad stations into raucous mining camps and the gold bars back out to the train depot (some forty-three million dollars worth of the stuff in monetary estimates of the day). But more fascinating even than the legendary cargo he transferred are the characters he met along the way. Stitched together from information I gleaned from United States censuses, documents from the Lincoln County Courthouse, old newspapers, unpublished family histories and personal memoirs, along with anecdotes passed down from generation to generation into my ears and my heart,", "Desert Phoenix", "is the epic love story of two such characters Freel befriended in his travels: Henry, a young German immigrant on the run from the law, and a one-eyed crib prostitute called Tempa.I've spent the last ten years with Henry and Tempa, even visiting the old ghost towns and their homesteads for the opportunity to walk where they spent their unremarkably remarkable lives, while trying to piece together their forgotton histories as best as I could. Henry and Tempa have become as dear to me as any friends I've ever known. The time I've spent with them, in reconnecting with my heritage, and in learning about the history of my birthplace has been a precious gift to me. This novel is a love letter to my homeland, a tribute to my ancestors, and a legacy for my posterity.", "About the Author", "For a girl who grew up foraging for pine nuts and arrowheads between today's Area 51 and Butch Cassidy's old stomping grounds in southern Nevada, Suzette is bewildered to find herself living in Montana's land of ice and snow. In writing novels, she is compelled by stories found within her family tree. A lifelong songwriter, she is also the author of several stage musicals. She and her husband are the parents of three grown sons and newly grandparents to a set of identical twin girls.", "Read more" ], "features": [ "“This is a mesmerizing story that has an irresistible appeal…", "Desert Phoenix—Inspired by a True Story", "features clever plotting, focused scenes, and superior storytelling.”", "—The Book Commentary", "A WOMAN WITH A PAST IS NOT A WOMAN WITHOUT A FUTURE", "Nevada’s gold country, 1901.", "No longer young or fresh, Tempa is staring face to face with the whore’s unholy trinity: alcoholism, drug abuse and suicide. While her best friend, Belle, has chosen laudanum, Tempa finds escape in literature, which she shares with the illiterate prostitutes in a book club-like setting at the cribs. Forced into prostitution as a girl after losing her family to yellow fever, Tempa also retains a sense of self-worth by using her knowledge of herbs to heal others.When she nurses Henry—a good-natured, young German immigrant on the run from a man who has reason to want him dead—Tempa sees a future she longs for but cannot allow herself to claim. So when the noose tightens around Henry’s neck, she ransoms her life for his.At once a sweeping love story and a harrowing account of the harshness of the American Old West, DESERT PHOENIX is the tale of a middle-aged, crib prostitute who gains an unlikely ally in her struggle for physical and emotional survival. Based on local history and family stories passed down from Bruggeman’s grandfather, this engaging and evocative novel for fans of Kristin Hannah and Kate Quinn, interweaves Tempa’s rise from the ashes of her old life with Henry’s turbulent passage into manhood.*Contains mature themes, including non-graphic suicide and sexual assault" ], "price": "13.98", "title": "DESERT PHOENIX: Inspired by a True Story" }
Adorable Creepy Mushrooms: A cute coloring book with mushroom monsters \| Relaxation and fun (for Adults, Teens and Kids ) (Cute Little Critters): []	{ "description": [], "features": [ "Unleash your inner artist and find mindfulness with the fantastical world of Adorable Creepy Mushrooms.", "This all ages coloring book features a collection of charming yet spooky creatures, each one waiting to be brought to life with your own unique color palette. From cute Mushrooms to creepy beasts, this book is sure to delight and inspire.With", "intricate and high-quality designs", ", this coloring book is the perfect way to relax and unwind. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, Adorable Creepy Mushrooms is sure to provide hours of coloring fun.", "Why You Will Love this Book:", "Relaxing Coloring Pages. Every page you color will pull you into a relaxing world where your responsibilities seem to fade away.", "Relaxing Coloring Pages.", "Every page you color will pull you into a relaxing world where your responsibilities seem to fade away.", "Beautiful Illustrations. We’ve included more than 45 unique images for you to express your creativity and create masterpieces.", "Beautiful Illustrations.", "We’ve included more than 45 unique images for you to express your creativity and create masterpieces.", "Single-sided Pages. Separately printed sheets to prevent bleed-through and allow you to easily remove and frame your favorite piece(s) of art.", "Single-sided Pages.", "Separately printed sheets to prevent bleed-through and allow you to easily remove and frame your favorite piece(s) of art.", "Great for All Skill Levels. You can color every page however you want and there is no wrong way to color.", "Great for All Skill Levels.", "You can color every page however you want and there is no wrong way to color." ], "price": "7.99", "title": "Adorable Creepy Mushrooms: A cute coloring book with mushroom monsters \| Relaxation and fun (for Adults, Teens and Kids ) (Cute Little Critters)" }
The Word Birds: Shoes of Peace: []	{ "description": [], "features": [ "A beautifully illustrated Christian children’s book based on the truth of God’s Word.", "Follow the Word Birds on a journey to uncover the true meaning behind the Shoes of Peace. Life’s journey will have many bumps in the road! When you put on the shoes of peace, which is a part of the armor of God, you can go out in confidence knowing who you are in Jesus. While on the path of righteousness the jagged rocks become a steppingstone. It gives you peace of heart even when things are bad because you know your place with Jesus. So, you can stand firm and keep walking.", "This sweet, rhyming book is perfect for children aged 3-9 years and makes a wonderful gift." ], "price": "11.99", "title": "The Word Birds: Shoes of Peace" }
The Broken Eye (Lightbringer, 3): ['Review', '"Brent Weeks has a style and immediacy of detail that pulls the reader relentlessly into his story. He doesn\'t allow you to look away."―', 'Robin Hobb', '"The Lightbringer series is great fun. Nobody does break-neck pacing and amazingly-executed plot twists like Brent Weeks."―', 'Brian McClellan, author of Promise of Blood', '"The Blinding Knife', 'was even better than the', 'The Black Prism', '(and that\'s saying something!)"―', 'B&N.com on The Blinding Knife', '"Brent Weeks is so good it\'s starting to tick me off."―', 'Peter V. Brett, New York Times bestselling author of The Desert Spear on The Night Angel Trilogy', '"', 'The Blinding Knife', 'is a wonderful work of high fantasy with engaging characters facing the perfect antagonists, set in a creatively-wrought and increasingly chaotic world brimful of imaginative magic and interesting politics. Weeks holds fast to the traditions of his genre while adding a compelling new flavor."―', 'The Ranting Dragon', '"One of the best epic fantasies I\'ve ever read."―', "Staffer's Book Review on The Blinding Knife", '"Weeks manages to ring new tunes on...old bells, letting a deep background slowly reveal its secrets and presenting his characters in a realistically flawed and human way."―', 'Publishers Weekly on The Black Prism', '"...A solid, entertaining yarn."―', 'The Onion A.V. Club on The Black Prism', '"Weeks has written an epic fantasy unlike any of its contemporaries. It is a truly visionary and original work, and has set the bar high for others in its subgenre."―', 'graspingforthewind.com', '"One of the best Fantasy books of 2012!"―', 'A Dribble of Ink on The Blinding Knife', 'About the Author', 'Brent Weeks', 'was born and raised in Montana. He wrote on bar napkins and lesson plans before landing his dream job years and thousands of pages later. Brent lives in Oregon with his wife, Kristi, and their daughters. Find out more about the author at www.brentweeks.com or on Twitter @brentweeks.']	{ "description": [ "Review", "\"Brent Weeks has a style and immediacy of detail that pulls the reader relentlessly into his story. He doesn't allow you to look away.\"―", "Robin Hobb", "\"The Lightbringer series is great fun. Nobody does break-neck pacing and amazingly-executed plot twists like Brent Weeks.\"―", "Brian McClellan, author of Promise of Blood", "\"The Blinding Knife", "was even better than the", "The Black Prism", "(and that's saying something!)\"―", "B&N.com on The Blinding Knife", "\"Brent Weeks is so good it's starting to tick me off.\"―", "Peter V. Brett, New York Times bestselling author of The Desert Spear on The Night Angel Trilogy", "\"", "The Blinding Knife", "is a wonderful work of high fantasy with engaging characters facing the perfect antagonists, set in a creatively-wrought and increasingly chaotic world brimful of imaginative magic and interesting politics. Weeks holds fast to the traditions of his genre while adding a compelling new flavor.\"―", "The Ranting Dragon", "\"One of the best epic fantasies I've ever read.\"―", "Staffer's Book Review on The Blinding Knife", "\"Weeks manages to ring new tunes on...old bells, letting a deep background slowly reveal its secrets and presenting his characters in a realistically flawed and human way.\"―", "Publishers Weekly on The Black Prism", "\"...A solid, entertaining yarn.\"―", "The Onion A.V. Club on The Black Prism", "\"Weeks has written an epic fantasy unlike any of its contemporaries. It is a truly visionary and original work, and has set the bar high for others in its subgenre.\"―", "graspingforthewind.com", "\"One of the best Fantasy books of 2012!\"―", "A Dribble of Ink on The Blinding Knife", "About the Author", "Brent Weeks", "was born and raised in Montana. He wrote on bar napkins and lesson plans before landing his dream job years and thousands of pages later. Brent lives in Oregon with his wife, Kristi, and their daughters. Find out more about the author at www.brentweeks.com or on Twitter @brentweeks." ], "features": [ "As the old gods awaken and satrapies splinter, the Chromeria races to find the only man who can still end a civil war before it engulfs the known world in the third novel of the", "NYT", "bestselling Lightbringer series by Brent Week.", "As the old gods awaken and satrapies splinter, the Chromeria races to find the only man who can still end a civil war before it engulfs the known world. But Gavin Guile has been captured by an old enemy and enslaved on a pirate galley. Worse still, Gavin has lost more than his powers as Prism -- he can't use magic at all.Without the protection of his father, Kip Guile will face a master of shadows as his grandfather moves to choose a new Prism and put himself in power. With Teia and Karris, Kip will have to use all his wits to survive a secret war between noble houses, religious factions, rebels, and an ascendant order of hidden assassins called The Broken Eye.", "Read the third book in Brent Weeks's blockbuster epic fantasy series that had Peter V. Brett saying, \"Brent Weeks is so good, it's starting to tick me off!\"", "." ], "price": "16.99", "title": "The Broken Eye (Lightbringer, 3)" }
Fluency in Mathematics: Mastering Essential Concepts and Skills: []	{ "description": [], "features": [ "The target audience of this bookMiddle Schoolers- Grade 6-8", "Middle school mathematics teachers", "Pre-Algebra and Algebra 1 students.", "Parents who want to study to help improve their kids’ math skills.", "Participants in mathematics contests such as AMC 8, MathCON, Math Kangaroo, Math Counts, and Math League.", "What is Math Fluency Book, and what makes this book special and unique?", "This Mathematics Fluency Book introduces essential topics with explanations and rich problem sets. Students who are in grades 5-8 can master essential math skills in a logical and step-by-step manner. The book grew from working with middle school and Algebra 1 students. It covers essential math concepts and skills that all algebra students need to succeed in their coursework. This book also covers Pre-Algebra, basic geometry, and some algebra topics. The problem sets are not a worksheet or repeated same types of problems; instead, they are collections of problems designed to develop problem-solving skills and help students prepare for algebra courses.Each chapter has topic explanations, notes, examples, and problems with solutions. Students will expand their understanding and develop more than 100 essential concepts and skills by completing each chapter’s problem sets and understanding their solutions. Pre, post, and benchmark tests help measure students’ development of math fluency. Students will also enjoy and engage in mathematical puzzles they can find at the end of some chapters.", "Mastering Math Fluency", ": Your Essential Guide to Grades 6-8, Pre-Algebra, and Algebra 1\" - Unleash your potential and embrace the world of mathematics with this comprehensive guide, carefully tailored for:", "Middle Schoolers (Grades 6-8):", "Navigate the exciting and challenging world of middle school math with ease. This book simplifies complex concepts and elevates your understanding of Pre-Algebra and Algebra 1.", "Middle School Mathematics Teachers:", "Inspire, engage, and make math more relatable to your students. Discover innovative teaching strategies and enrich your curriculum with our wealth of resources.", "Dedicated Parents:", "Eager to support your child's educational journey? This guide provides the tools to help you assist your children in improving their math skills, bolstering their confidence and academic success.", "Aspiring Math Champions:", "Preparing for competitive math contests such as AMC 8, MathCON, Math Kangaroo, Math Counts, and Math League? Boost your preparation with our expert lectures and practice problems designed to give you the winning edge." ], "price": "24.91", "title": "Fluency in Mathematics: Mastering Essential Concepts and Skills" }
Stock Market Terminology for Beginners: A Complete Guide to learning the Stock Market Lingo: ['Review', 'Christopher Hamilton provides a solid primer for any person looking to delve into the intimidating world of stocks. - Reesdy\xa0Discovery']	{ "description": [ "Review", "Christopher Hamilton provides a solid primer for any person looking to delve into the intimidating world of stocks. - Reesdy Discovery" ], "features": [ "Read on and Start Investing within Reading the First 20 Pages!", "Imagine waking up one day and realizing you can halve your working hours and spend most of your time with your loved ones.", "Instead of rushing to go to work, you can have a slow morning cup of coffee on a sunny balcony on a Wednesday afternoon.", "You wouldn’t be the first one to achieve this with the help of a few smart stock market investments.", "Yes, it’s completely normal if you have no clue where to begin even thinking about investing.", "If you are like most stock market beginners, words like ‘bull’, ‘bear’, ‘dividend,’ and ‘IPO’ confuse you. No worries! These precise definitions with examples can get you to earning passive income!", "Ask any big stock market investor - they started with learning stock market terms, concepts, and golden rules of how it works.", "If you learn stock market terms now, they will make your investing experience easy, enjoyable, and profitable!", "This book will teach you how to invest the right way so that when it comes time for you to buy stocks, your money doesn’t go down the drain.", "You will see for yourself how simple it is to gain profit with the right approach!", "Here is what you get inside this blueprint:", "Learn all the necessary terms to get going in the stock market fast!", "Learn all the necessary terms to get going in the stock market fast!", "Get started with investing immediately and effortlessly make passive income safely!", "Get started with investing immediately and effortlessly make passive income safely!", "Build your skills now and start investing while reading!", "Build your skills now and start investing while reading!", "And much, much more!", "And much, much more!", "Instead of letting inflation eat up years' worth of savings, investing in stocks is the most popular, tested, and profitable way of earning more money at home.", "This book makes sure you play safe and start learning how to earn income with the right terminology.", "You're not risking anything by starting small!", "Scroll up, click on \"Buy Now with 1-Click,\" and Get Your Copy Now" ], "price": "6.99", "title": "Stock Market Terminology for Beginners: A Complete Guide to learning the Stock Market Lingo" }
Designer Imposters Capri Breeze by Parfums De Coeur Body Spray 2.5 oz for Women: []	{ "description": [], "features": [], "price": "9.99", "title": "Designer Imposters Capri Breeze by Parfums De Coeur Body Spray 2.5 oz for Women" }
Family Tree Workbook: 30+ Step-by-Step Worksheets to Build Your Family History: []	{ "description": [], "features": [ "Detail generations of your family’s unique history in one convenient workbook Organizing your genealogical information is a snap with the Family Tree Workbook. This versatile workbook assists you in your research by providing a variety of forms, charts, and worksheets that help you categorize and track critical information. It also suggests ways to expand on the ancestral information you have already uncovered. The companion book for Practical Genealogy, the Family Tree Workbook is also suited for your own independent investigations. Featuring everything from pedigree charts and DNA trackers to marriage records and family lore sheets, this family tree workbook offers an expansive approach and unmatched versatility when it comes to recording your family’s history. The Family Tree Workbook includes: Worksheet variety―Discover dozens of different ways to expand and explore your family tree―including forms that help with bookkeeping and managing your research. Special documentation―This workbook is inclusive of all types of family histories thanks to specialty forms, migration maps, and blended family worksheets. Treasured keepsake―Create a comprehensive history of your family that will make a wonderful and heartfelt heirloom for future generations. No matter how your family tree has grown, this workbook will make it easy to trace your family’s growth." ], "price": "15.61", "title": "Family Tree Workbook: 30+ Step-by-Step Worksheets to Build Your Family History" }
Mastering The Mandolin: 20 more lessons from Simon Mayor: []	{ "description": [], "features": [ "This book takes over where Mayor's first book, The Mandolin Tutor, leaves off. It is for someone who has mastered the basics and wants to go further." ], "price": "from 21.30", "title": "Mastering The Mandolin: 20 more lessons from Simon Mayor" }
Divine Rivals: A Novel (Letters of Enchantment Book 1): ['Review', '“Rich and romantic―if stories had scent, this one would smell like a mug of black tea, the ink ribbons of a typewriter, and that addictive spice called enemies to lovers.” ―Shelby Mahurin,', 'New York Times', 'bestselling author of', 'Serpent & Dove', '"A sweeping start to a beautiful and romantic new series. Ross weaves her stories in such a vulnerable and delicate way, truly with a style all her own. I adored this book." - Adalyn Grace,', 'New York Times', 'bestselling author of', 'Belladonna', '“Deeply romantic and beautifully written,', 'Divine Rivals', 'is a story that lingers long after the final page. Set in a world steeped in mythology, Iris’s journey to the front is both fascinating and moving, with an ending that will leave readers aching for the next book. I absolutely loved it.” ―Rachel Griffin,', 'New York Times', 'bestselling author of', 'The Nature of Witches', '"Ross enchants with a clever and sweeping love story set against an imaginative, dangerous world. Her writing sparkles, brimming with wit and magic from the first page to the last." ―Isabel Ibañez, finalist for the William C. Morrow award"Ross has crafted a tale that hooks its readers with whip-smart intrigue, and holds them fast with dazzling prose, a charming cast, and a world where mystique shimmers just beneath the surface. Hers is a brilliant blend of whimsy and heart.” ―Ayana Gray,', 'New York Times', 'bestselling author of', 'Beasts of Prey', '“Beautifully written and deeply emotional,', 'Divine Rivals', 'is a story of resilience and love, crafted with Ross’s bewitching storytelling. Real characters, swept into a magical war, this is the kind of a tale that gets under your skin and straight to your heart. Truly romantic and atmospheric, this book will leave you hungry for the next installment.” - Valia Lind,', 'USA Today', 'bestselling author of', 'The Scarlet Rose', '--This text refers to an alternate', 'kindle_edition', 'edition.', 'About the Author', 'REBECCA ROSS was born and raised in Georgia, where she continues to reside with her husband, her lively Australian Shepherd, and her endless piles of books. She loves coffee, the night sky, chalk art, maps, the mountains, and growing wildflowers in her yard. And a good story, of course. She is the author of', "The Queen's Rising, The Queen's Resistance, Sisters of Sword and Song,", 'Dreams Lie Beneath,', 'and', 'A River Enchanted', '.', '--This text refers to an alternate', 'kindle_edition', 'edition.']	{ "description": [ "Review", "“Rich and romantic―if stories had scent, this one would smell like a mug of black tea, the ink ribbons of a typewriter, and that addictive spice called enemies to lovers.” ―Shelby Mahurin,", "New York Times", "bestselling author of", "Serpent & Dove", "\"A sweeping start to a beautiful and romantic new series. Ross weaves her stories in such a vulnerable and delicate way, truly with a style all her own. I adored this book.\" - Adalyn Grace,", "New York Times", "bestselling author of", "Belladonna", "“Deeply romantic and beautifully written,", "Divine Rivals", "is a story that lingers long after the final page. Set in a world steeped in mythology, Iris’s journey to the front is both fascinating and moving, with an ending that will leave readers aching for the next book. I absolutely loved it.” ―Rachel Griffin,", "New York Times", "bestselling author of", "The Nature of Witches", "\"Ross enchants with a clever and sweeping love story set against an imaginative, dangerous world. Her writing sparkles, brimming with wit and magic from the first page to the last.\" ―Isabel Ibañez, finalist for the William C. Morrow award\"Ross has crafted a tale that hooks its readers with whip-smart intrigue, and holds them fast with dazzling prose, a charming cast, and a world where mystique shimmers just beneath the surface. Hers is a brilliant blend of whimsy and heart.” ―Ayana Gray,", "New York Times", "bestselling author of", "Beasts of Prey", "“Beautifully written and deeply emotional,", "Divine Rivals", "is a story of resilience and love, crafted with Ross’s bewitching storytelling. Real characters, swept into a magical war, this is the kind of a tale that gets under your skin and straight to your heart. Truly romantic and atmospheric, this book will leave you hungry for the next installment.” - Valia Lind,", "USA Today", "bestselling author of", "The Scarlet Rose", "--This text refers to an alternate", "kindle_edition", "edition.", "About the Author", "REBECCA ROSS was born and raised in Georgia, where she continues to reside with her husband, her lively Australian Shepherd, and her endless piles of books. She loves coffee, the night sky, chalk art, maps, the mountains, and growing wildflowers in her yard. And a good story, of course. She is the author of", "The Queen's Rising, The Queen's Resistance, Sisters of Sword and Song,", "Dreams Lie Beneath,", "and", "A River Enchanted", ".", "--This text refers to an alternate", "kindle_edition", "edition." ], "features": [ "When two young rival journalists find love through a magical connection, they must face the depths of hell, in a war among gods, to seal their fate forever.", "After centuries of sleep, the gods are warring again. But eighteen-year-old Iris Winnow just wants to hold her family together. Her mother is suffering from addiction and her brother is missing from the front lines. Her best bet is to win the columnist promotion at the Oath Gazette.To combat her worries, Iris writes letters to her brother and slips them beneath her wardrobe door, where they vanish—into the hands of Roman Kitt, her cold and handsome rival at the paper. When he anonymously writes Iris back, the two of them forge a connection that will follow Iris all the way to the front lines of battle: for her brother, the fate of mankind, and love.", "Shadow and Bone", "meets", "Lore", "in Rebecca Ross's", "Divine Rivals", ", an epic enemies-to-lovers fantasy novel filled with hope and heartbreak, and the unparalleled power of love." ], "price": "0.0", "title": "Divine Rivals: A Novel (Letters of Enchantment Book 1)" }
Amazing Sports Stories for Kids: Unforgettable Moments and Inspirational Athletes That Will Ignite Your Passion for Sports (Amazing Stories for Kids): []	{ "description": [], "features": [ "Are you looking for the perfect book to inspire your young sports enthusiast? Look no further!", "Finally, you have in front of you a book that contains", "stories of the best athletes in history", "that will inspire your kids and show them how to handle pressure, overcome challenges, as well as teach them valuable life lessons.", "In this book, you will read about", "Michael Jordan", "and the struggles he faced before he became the basketball legend we know today.", "Get to know", "Babe Ruth", "'s journey from an impoverished upbringing to baseball stardom,", "Jerry Rice", "'s ascent from a small-town football player to NFL greatness,", "Lionel Messi", "'s extraordinary rise to soccer superstardom,", "Serena Williams", "' extraordinary journey to tennis greatness, and so much more!", "Leigh Jordyn is a mother of 3 boys, all in different levels of sports activities. Through the years, she has seen the challenges her children have experienced because of the pressure of competitive sports.", "These", "beloved stories of famous athletes,", "what they’ve gone through, and how they’ve overcome their challenges have always helped strengthen her kids’ spirits and she’s confident", "they will help your kids too!", "This book includes:", "A collection of 25 fascinating and inspiring sports stories of the most famous athletes in history written specifically for kids", "A collection of 25 fascinating and inspiring sports stories of the most famous athletes in history written specifically for kids", "Stories from a variety of sports including football, basketball, baseball, soccer, and more!", "Stories from a variety of sports including football, basketball, baseball, soccer, and more!", "Fun and easy to read chapters with beautiful illustrations to help bring the stories to life", "Fun and easy to read chapters with beautiful illustrations to help bring the stories to life", "An engaging and entertaining way for kids to learn about the values and lessons that can be learned through sports", "An engaging and entertaining way for kids to learn about the values and lessons that can be learned through sports", "Motivational quotes in each chapter to inspire your young athlete", "Motivational quotes in each chapter to inspire your young athlete", "A tool for parents and teachers to use to help kids develop a love for reading and learning", "A tool for parents and teachers to use to help kids develop a love for reading and learning", "The stories are very relatable to the young readers and will not just inspire them in their own journey but also increase their sports knowledge. It is written in such a simple manner that makes it easy for young readers to digest.", "Let this book be a tool to provide teaching opportunities to your kids in a fun and creative way.", "“Children are not things to be molded, but people to be unfolded” - Jess Lair.", "Let", "Amazing Sports Stories for Kids", "help you unfold the curiosity, awe, fascination, and determination in your kids!", "Seize this incredible opportunity to inspire and motivate your young athlete! SCROLL UP AND BUY NOW!" ], "price": "10.25", "title": "Amazing Sports Stories for Kids: Unforgettable Moments and Inspirational Athletes That Will Ignite Your Passion for Sports (Amazing Stories for Kids)" }
Ghetto Gastro Presents Black Power Kitchen: ['Review', '“Black Power Kitchen', 'is as much a cooking manual as it is a manifesto of Ghetto Gastro’s decade-long mission: Seeing eating as simultaneously a form of survival and a source of luxury,', 'Black Power Kitchen', 'frames food as a form of love, but also a weapon — one that has long been wielded against communities like Ghetto Gastro’s in the Bronx.” —', 'Eater', '“Described as', 'The Joy of Cooking', 'meets the Bible,', 'Black Power Kitchen', 'is like nothing you’ve ever read before.” —', 'Financial Times', '“This year’s most important cookbook.”', '—', 'Vogue', '“Deliciousness in print form. . . .\xa0A powerful guide for food and conversation,\xa0filled with influential voices and flavorful recipes.” —', 'Ebony', '“Every recipe comes with an immersive story, bringing you closer to the intent behind the dish.”', '—', 'The Strategist', ', The Year’s Most Giftable Coffee-Table Books', '“Featuring vibrant recipes, interviews, art, and photography, this is a compelling culinary manifesto about the nature of Black food. . . . Ghetto Gastro offers an awakening of what Black food was, is, and can become while demonstrating the sheer joy and creativity Black communities generate. With waves of crunch, heat, flavor, and umami, this Bronx culinary collective also inspires discussions about race, history, and long-standing food inequality.” —', 'Food & Wine', '“Defiant. . . . The pop-cultural prominence of its creators, their directness of purpose and the timing of its release make', 'Black Power Kitchen', 'particularly cutting-edge.” —', 'Washington Post', '“It’s teeming with vibrant photography, interviews and personal stories, plus 75 recipes. . . . Expect dishes with big flavors and textures, like the Strong Back Stew and King Jaffe Jollof, and a plant-based reimagining of chopped cheese.” —', 'Forbes', '“Ghetto Gastro’s', 'Black Power Kitchen', 'cookbook will change how you eat.” —', 'Men’s Health', '“Transcends categorization. It is no mere cookbook, but a blend of brilliant, full-color photography, poetry, paintings, illustration, essays and, of course, scores of recipes. . . . Reading', 'Black Power Kitchen', ', you come away with a deeper understanding of the rich cultural heritage behind some of the most beloved dishes from the Black diaspora.\xa0” —', 'Interview', '“Must-read. . . . An awakening and celebration of Black culture and food.” —', 'Philadelphia Inquirer', '“A magnum opus.” —', 'Thrillist', '“In this Black Power Kitchen, joy and activism collide.” —', 'Atlas Obscura', '“A highly visual manifesto for living and eating to stimulate the mind, body, and heart, this book promotes Black excellence through recipes, art, and thought-provoking text.” —', 'Essence', '“They marry food, music, fashion, visual arts and social activism into a beautiful book that is perfectly suited for the coffee table or the kitchen countertop.” —', 'The Root', '“', 'Black Power Kitchen', 'dives deeply into the politics of food, whether that’s the language we use or the ingredients we choose to cook with. In doing so, readers are challenged to rethink their assumptions about even the most mundane ingredients.” —', 'Food52', '“Part cookbook, part manifesto, and 100% singular vision,', 'Black Power Kitchen', 'sits right at the intersection of food, visual art, culture, social justice, and fashion. Food has always been both personal and political and these past few years of activism coupled with the identification and acknowledgement of indigenous and historical foodways has clearly brought this notion to the forefront. One of the signature dishes of Ghetto Gastro is the Triple Cs, reveling in the high/low combo of crispy cornbread, lush crab salad, and caviar. Through deliciousness we can still learn and grow beyond what we think food is about.” —', 'Edible LA', '“Ghetto Gastro serves up vibrant recipes, interviews, paintings, and photographs. . . . Meals served up with ideals make this a dynamic and delicious cultural celebration.” —', 'Publishers Weekly', ', Top 10 Cooking & Food Books for Fall 2022', '“Deeply absorbing. . . .\xa0A wonderfully written and beautifully produced book. In keeping with Ghetto Gastro’s multidisciplinary approach, this volume will offer readers an engaging excursion into food history and culture, with a myriad of appealing recipes.” —', 'Library Journal', '“My guys have always represented our hood with their fire meals. Shouts to Ghetto Gastro, my actual Bronx neighbors, for writing a book that lets the rest of y’all know the real foods, lifestyles, and people that make our borough the best of', 'all', 'the boroughs. AH AH AH BX ALL DAY.”', '—DESUS NICE', '“Challenging assumptions and subversive enlightenment are foundational to Ghetto Gastro’s movement.', 'Black Power Kitchen', 'is a vibrant expression of creative brilliance, imagination, and the kind of cultural fluency that can be garnered only from participation, not observation.”', '—STEPHEN SATTERFIELD', '“', 'Black Power Kitchen', "is cookbook as manifesto, a look at the future of food through a perspective rarely given the platform it deserves. But don’t be mistaken: it’s also a fantastic culinary resource. The recipes are so delicious that I didn't even realize many of them were vegetarian or vegan. I encourage everyone to dive deep, devour, enjoy, and learn from this book.”", '—DAVID CHANG', '“The Bronx is the world and Ghetto Gastro is our higher authority.', 'Black Power Kitchen', 'is a first-class culinary journey full of the beauty of life. These are the stories and recipes we need.”', '—MATTY MATHESON\u200b', '“', 'Black Power Kitchen', 'is an awakening of what Black food was, is, and can become while\xa0showcasing the pure joy and creativity Black folks have to offer.\xa0Amazing!”', '—MASHAMA BAILEY', '“Ghetto Gastro is a part of a movement redirecting the contemporary kitchen, tearing down walls, and breaking boundaries. Their book introduces us to a cuisine steeped in flavor; deep with power, pride, and identity; rich in history; and endowed with the power to unite people around the table.”', '—MASSIMO BOTTURA', '“Jon, Pierre, and Lester understand that change happens through conversation, and the best way to get people talking is through good food. All the better when the plate is also nourishing, sustainable, and accessible. I admire that the recipes in this collection yield dishes that are both beautiful and subversive, encouraging people to think beyond the assemblage of ingredients that make a meal. Cooking from this book makes me feel inspired and motivated to keep learning.”', '—DANIEL HUMM', '“Ghetto Gastro gives us incredible, unique recipes and an equal amount of powerful perspective on food philosophies. Homies are killing the game.”', '—TONY HAWK', '“', 'Black Power Kitchen', 'is full of such compelling truths and it brings to light the real importance of food in our culture.”', '—DOMINIQUE CRENN', '“The Ghetto Gastro boys from the Bronx have really interrupted the food game. They’re like a band, where each one is doing something different, and I’m inspired to see them.”', '—MARCUS SAMUELSSON', '“Ghetto Gastro has their finger on the cultural pulse, and not just on the cutting edge of cuisine, aesthetics, fashion, and lifestyle. In their debut book, they face the issues confronting their community head-on, and tackle the inequalities of the manufactured food wasteland of America with unvarnished honesty.”', '—DAVID GELB', 'About the Author', 'Ghetto Gastro', 'is the Bronx-born culinary collective from', 'Jon Gray', ',', 'Pierre Serrao', ', and', 'Lester Walker', '. The group has defined its own lane, merging food, fashion, music, art, and design. Claiming both the beauty and grit from the streets with the aspiration and aesthetics of the finer things, Ghetto Gastro’s interdisciplinary approach celebrates the Bronx as a driver of global culture. The crew masterfully blends influences from the African diaspora, global South ingredients, and the pulse of hip-hop to create offerings that address race, identity, and economic empowerment.', 'Osayi Endolyn', 'is a James Beard Award–winning writer, whose work explores food and identity. She’s been published in the', 'New York Times', ', the', 'Washington Post', ', the', 'Los Angeles Times', ', the', 'Wall Street Journal', ',', 'Time', ',', 'Eater', ',', 'Food & Wine', ',', 'Condé Nast Traveler', ',', 'Travel + Leisure', ',\xa0and the', 'Oxford American', '. She’s a regular contributor to food-centered storytelling on various TV and audio platforms. Endolyn is the coauthor of the national bestseller', 'T', 'he Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food', 'with Marcus Samuelsson. \xa0 Since launching in 2012, Ghetto Gastro has gone from hosting underground parties to spearheading large-scale brand campaigns and events with leading fashion designers, artists, and entrepreneurs. Their collaborators and partners include figures like Virgil Abloh, Nike, Cartier, the Serpentine, the Museum of Modern Art, and many more.\xa0 \xa0 During the onset of the pandemic in 2020, Ghetto Gastro prioritized Bronx grassroots initiatives and mutual aid. In recognition for feeding their community, the group was nominated for the Basque Culinary World Prize. In 2021, Ghetto Gastro\xa0launched its namesake consumer goods brand of pantry items inspired by ancestral ingredients. The collective released a\xa0custom line of kitchen appliances, CRUXGG, across Target stores nationwide and a cookware line with Williams Sonoma. 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In recognition for feeding their community, the group was nominated for the Basque Culinary World Prize. In 2021, Ghetto Gastro launched its namesake consumer goods brand of pantry items inspired by ancestral ingredients. The collective released a custom line of kitchen appliances, CRUXGG, across Target stores nationwide and a cookware line with Williams Sonoma. 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Ghetto Gastro sits at the intersection of food, music, fashion, visual arts, and social activism. They’ve partnered with Nike and Beats by Dre, designed cookware sold through Williams-Sonoma and Target, and won a Future of Gastronomy award from the World’s 50 Best.", "Now they bring their multidisciplinary approach to a cookbook, with nourishing recipes that are layered with waves of crunch, heat, flavor, and umami. They are born of the authors’ cultural heritage and travels—from riffs on family dishes like Strong Back Stew and memories of Uptown with Red Velvet Cake to neighborhood icons like Triboro Tres Leches and Chopped Stease (their take on the classic bodega chopped cheese) to recipes redolent of the African diaspora like Banana Leaf Fish and King Jaffe Jollof. All made with a sense of swag." ], "price": "None", "title": "Ghetto Gastro Presents Black Power Kitchen" }
The Caretaker's Guide to Fablehaven: ['Review', "''Beautifully illustrated....Transports readers back to the excitement and magical adventures of the Fablehaven series...One of the fun and quirky features are the notes by Kendra and Seth as well as other Fablehaven favorites. The great thing about this book is it is written with enough detail to interest those craving more knowledge, but also maintains a simplicity attractive to younger audiences. After reading this book there is an urge to reread the entire Fablehaven series.'' --", 'Compass Book Ratings', 'About the Author', 'Brandon Mull is the #1', 'New York Times', 'best-selling author of the', 'Fablehaven, Beyonders', ', and', 'Five Kingdoms', 'series. He lives in Utah in a happy little valley near the mouth of a canyon with his four children and a dog named Buffy the Vampire Slayer.']	{ "description": [ "Review", "''Beautifully illustrated....Transports readers back to the excitement and magical adventures of the Fablehaven series...One of the fun and quirky features are the notes by Kendra and Seth as well as other Fablehaven favorites. The great thing about this book is it is written with enough detail to interest those craving more knowledge, but also maintains a simplicity attractive to younger audiences. After reading this book there is an urge to reread the entire Fablehaven series.'' --", "Compass Book Ratings", "About the Author", "Brandon Mull is the #1", "New York Times", "best-selling author of the", "Fablehaven, Beyonders", ", and", "Five Kingdoms", "series. He lives in Utah in a happy little valley near the mouth of a canyon with his four children and a dog named Buffy the Vampire Slayer." ], "features": [ "The 3.5 million fans who bought", "Fablehaven", "know the series has many imaginative mythical creatures especially dragons. Every one of the dragons has a name and a special power and they all look different and are described in words, but they existed only in our imagination….UNTIL NOW.", "The Caretaker's Guide to Fablehaven", "is the first visual discovery of the creatures in the series and is written as if the reader is the new caretaker of the Fablehaven preserve. It has all sorts of insider's knowledge the new caretaker of Fablehaven would have to know, such as dragon tears are very powerful in making potions but they are extremely difficult to come by and cruel people have been known to torment young dragons just to collect tears! So don't YOU want to be their caretaker? Entries detail important information about artifacts large and small, a complete bestiary of creatures (from fairies to trolls to satyrs), a guide to identifying demons, dragons, and wizards as well as valuable insights into the other magical preserves. Scattered throughout the book are colorful fairies that also mark some of the characters, artifacts, and creatures that will be featured in the upcoming sequel series,", "Dragonwatch", "." ], "price": "17.99", "title": "The Caretaker's Guide to Fablehaven" }
Shattered Secrets: a Mafia Lawyer Amnesia Romance: []	{ "description": [], "features": [ "I was loved by two men--one was my husband and the other his best friend. But I was only in love with one. Then he forgot I existed.", "Hudson Mackay was the only man I ever wanted.The man I married. The man who promised to love me \"'til death do us part.\"Then he disappeared and never came home.Everyone thinks he's dead. Everyone but me.Friends tell me to move on. That he's never coming back.But with every single month that passes, I can't seem to let go.His best friend Brooks swears I'll never be alone. That he'll always be there.But the stronger his feelings for me get, the more I realize how wrong they are.I can't move on. Especially not with him.Hudson wouldn't want that. But Hudson isn't here.And soon I learn, Hudson was a liar.He kept secrets that could ruin us.Secrets I'll take to my grave.I never thought I'd get the chance to see him again, to ask how he could betray me.Until one day, I discover he's alive.Except, he has no idea who I am.I never truly knew my husband.And now, he doesn't know me.Author Note: This is a standalone. No other books need to be read to enjoy this one. There is no cheating and no OW drama. It has a HEA." ], "price": "0.0", "title": "Shattered Secrets: a Mafia Lawyer Amnesia Romance" }
Harry Potter - Sheet Music from the Complete Film Series: Piano Solos: ['With the Harry Potter film series now complete, Alfred Music Publishing and Warner Bros. Entertainment are proud to present musical selections from the eight epic films together in one piano sheet music collectible volume. For the first time ever, 36 sheet music selections by John Williams, Patrick Doyle, Nicholas Hooper, and Alexandre Desplat are collected along with eight pages of color stills from', "The Sorcerer's Stone", 'to', 'The Deathly Hallows, Part 2', '. By popular request, ""Leaving Hogwarts"" from', "The Sorcerer's Stone", "appears in print in this collection for the first time. It's a perfect gift for intermediate to advanced pianists of all ages who love the music of", 'Harry Potter', ". Titles: * Diagon Alley * Family Portrait * Harry's Wondrous World * Hedwig's Theme * Leaving Hogwarts * Nimbus 2000 * Voldemort * The Chamber of Secrets * Fawkes the Phoenix * Buckbeak's Flight * Double Trouble * Hagrid the Professor * Harry in Winter * Hogwarts March * Potter Waltz * This Is the Night * Dumbledores Army * Fireworks * Loved Ones and Leaving * Professor Umbridge * Dumbledore's Farewell * Harry and Hermione * In Noctem * When Ginny Kissed Harry * Farewell to Dobby * Godric's Hollow Graveyard * Harry and Ginny * Obliviate * Ron Leaves * Snape to Malfoy Manor * Courtyard Apocalypse * Harry's Sacrifice * Lily's Lullaby * Lily's Theme * Severus and Lily * Statues."]	{ "description": [ "With the Harry Potter film series now complete, Alfred Music Publishing and Warner Bros. Entertainment are proud to present musical selections from the eight epic films together in one piano sheet music collectible volume. For the first time ever, 36 sheet music selections by John Williams, Patrick Doyle, Nicholas Hooper, and Alexandre Desplat are collected along with eight pages of color stills from", "The Sorcerer's Stone", "to", "The Deathly Hallows, Part 2", ". By popular request, \"\"Leaving Hogwarts\"\" from", "The Sorcerer's Stone", "appears in print in this collection for the first time. It's a perfect gift for intermediate to advanced pianists of all ages who love the music of", "Harry Potter", ". Titles: * Diagon Alley * Family Portrait * Harry's Wondrous World * Hedwig's Theme * Leaving Hogwarts * Nimbus 2000 * Voldemort * The Chamber of Secrets * Fawkes the Phoenix * Buckbeak's Flight * Double Trouble * Hagrid the Professor * Harry in Winter * Hogwarts March * Potter Waltz * This Is the Night * Dumbledores Army * Fireworks * Loved Ones and Leaving * Professor Umbridge * Dumbledore's Farewell * Harry and Hermione * In Noctem * When Ginny Kissed Harry * Farewell to Dobby * Godric's Hollow Graveyard * Harry and Ginny * Obliviate * Ron Leaves * Snape to Malfoy Manor * Courtyard Apocalypse * Harry's Sacrifice * Lily's Lullaby * Lily's Theme * Severus and Lily * Statues." ], "features": [ "Country of Origin: United States" ], "price": "25.19", "title": "Harry Potter - Sheet Music from the Complete Film Series: Piano Solos" }
Terms and Conditions: The TikTok sensation! Meet the Dreamland Billionaires...: ['About the Author', 'Plagued with an overactive imagination, Lauren spends her free time reading and writing. Her dream is to travel to all the places she writes about. She enjoys writing about flawed yet relatable characters you can’t help loving. She likes sharing fast-paced stories with angst, steam, and the emotional spectrum.', 'Her extra-curricular activities include watching YouTube, binging old episodes of Parks and Rec, and searching Yelp for new restaurants before choosing her trusted favorite. She works best after her morning coffee and will never deny a nap.']	{ "description": [ "About the Author", "Plagued with an overactive imagination, Lauren spends her free time reading and writing. Her dream is to travel to all the places she writes about. She enjoys writing about flawed yet relatable characters you can’t help loving. She likes sharing fast-paced stories with angst, steam, and the emotional spectrum.", "Her extra-curricular activities include watching YouTube, binging old episodes of Parks and Rec, and searching Yelp for new restaurants before choosing her trusted favorite. She works best after her morning coffee and will never deny a nap." ], "features": [ "Declan", "I’m destined to become the next CEO of my family’s media empire.The only problem? My grandfather’s inheritance clause.Fulfilling his dying wish of getting married and having an heir seemed impossible until my assistant volunteers for the job.Our marriage was supposed to be the perfect solution to my biggest problem.But the more we act in love for the public, the more unsure I feel about our contract.Caring about Iris was never part of the deal.Especially not when breaking her heart is inevitable.", "Iris", "My plan to marry Declan was simple in theory.Move in together. Throw a wedding. Have a baby.We set rules to prevent any kind of issues.Ones that were never meant to be broken, no matter how much Declan tempts me.But what happens when our fake relationship bleeds into our real one?Falling in love was never an option.At least not for me.", "Terms and Conditions is the second book in a series of interconnected standalones following three billionaire brothers." ], "price": "10.71", "title": "Terms and Conditions: The TikTok sensation! Meet the Dreamland Billionaires..." }
Shoobie the Seagull: Struts at the Shore: []	{ "description": [], "features": [ "\"Shoobie the Seagull: Struts at the Shore\" is an enchanting children's book sure to captivate the hearts of both young readers and their parents alike. The story revolves around the delightful and mischievous character named Shoobie, a \"city\" gull, who resides in the bustling city of Philadelphia but finds solace and adventure in frequent day-trips to the picturesque Jersey shore.One of Shoobie's defining traits is his ability to dazzle everyone with this fancy footwork performing the famous Philadelphia Mummers strut on the boardwalk. This lively dance, an integral part of the city's cultural fabric, transports readers to where they can almost hear the joyous sounds of the string bands and see the colorful costumes of the Mummers parades. However, beneath Shoobie's charming exterior, like most seagulls, hides a mischievous streak, as Shoobie can't resist the temptation to swipe delectable treats from unsuspecting boardwalk shops. Ice cream, pizza, and French fries fall victim to his cunning tactics, adding an element of excitement and humor to the story. And while Shoobie's heart belongs to the shore, his love for Philadelphia is equally strong. He adores strolling down 2nd street, imitating the spirited Mummers who perform on New Year's Day, and he simply can't imagine life without the city's iconic food. From hoagies and cheesesteaks to pretzels and water ice, Shoobie's palate is as diverse and vibrant as the city he calls home.Beyond its entertaining narrative, \"Shoobie the Seagull: Struts at the Shore\" offers an immersive learning experience. To enhance the educational value, the book includes a glossary of terms, shedding historical light on how Shoobie acquired his name and providing insights into the unique vocabulary associated with Philadelphia culture. Additionally, a map is provided, not only to spark curiosity about geography but also to foster a sense of adventure as children view a visual representation of the flight path Shoobie takes from Philadelphia to the shore.In summary, through the endearing character of Shoobie, readers embark on a whimsical journey that intertwines laughter, dancing, and discovery. With its engaging storyline, vivid illustrations, and a treasure trove of information, this book is destined to become a beloved favorite for families, leaving a lasting impression as it introduces children and adults to the magic of the Jersey shore and the vibrant spirit of the City of Brotherly Love.The author of \"Shoobie the Seagull\", Patty Fitzgerald Hoffman, is a proud fifth-generation Philadelphian hailing from Northeast Philadelphia. With her debut book, she has sought to craft a fun and engaging story with a heartfelt narrative that serves as a love letter to Philadelphia and to proudly shine a light on the history, customs and traditions that make Philadelphia a truly unique and wonderful place to call home. To the author, \"Shoobie\" is more than a character in a children's book, it's a representation of the love so many Philadelphians have for both Philadelphia and the Jersey Shore and it's a nod to our distinctive history. And just like the hidden beauty of a four-leaf clover in the author's favorite string band tune, the author hopes everyone embraces all of the good that makes Philadelphia the remarkable city it is today, as we sing, \"I'm looking over a four-leaf clover, that I've overlooked before...\"Included on the back cover is a QR code to connect and interact with the author. You can learn how to do the Mummers strut and also give input to help the author decide where Shoobie should strut his stuff next!" ], "price": "12.99", "title": "Shoobie the Seagull: Struts at the Shore" }
The Complete America's Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook 2001 - 2019: Every Recipe from the Hit TV Show with Product Ratings and a Look Behind the Scenes (Complete ATK TV Show Cookbook): ['Review', '“\'The Complete America’s Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook\' is an essential textbook to build on the PBS show as a cooking classroom. In addition to 17-plus seasons of recipes, the book explains the science of cooking and reveals the shows methodology in breaking down and researching recipes to get the best results." - Bill St. John, The Denver Post', 'About the Author', 'America’s Test Kitchen is well-known for its top-rated television shows with more than 4 million weekly public television viewers, bestselling cookbooks, magazines, websites, and cooking school. The highly reputable and recognizable brands of America’s Test Kitchen, Cook’s Illustrated, and Cook’s Country are the work of over 60 passionate chefs based in Boston, Massachusetts, who put ingredients, cookware, equipment, and recipes through objective, rigorous testing to identify the very best. Discover, learn, and expand your cooking repertoire with Julia Collin Davison, Bridget Lancaster, Jack Bishop, Dan Souza,\xa0Lisa\xa0McManus, Tucker Shaw, Bryan Roof, and our fabulous team of test cooks!']	{ "description": [ "Review", "“'The Complete America’s Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook' is an essential textbook to build on the PBS show as a cooking classroom. In addition to 17-plus seasons of recipes, the book explains the science of cooking and reveals the shows methodology in breaking down and researching recipes to get the best results.\" - Bill St. John, The Denver Post", "About the Author", "America’s Test Kitchen is well-known for its top-rated television shows with more than 4 million weekly public television viewers, bestselling cookbooks, magazines, websites, and cooking school. The highly reputable and recognizable brands of America’s Test Kitchen, Cook’s Illustrated, and Cook’s Country are the work of over 60 passionate chefs based in Boston, Massachusetts, who put ingredients, cookware, equipment, and recipes through objective, rigorous testing to identify the very best. Discover, learn, and expand your cooking repertoire with Julia Collin Davison, Bridget Lancaster, Jack Bishop, Dan Souza, Lisa McManus, Tucker Shaw, Bryan Roof, and our fabulous team of test cooks!" ], "features": [ "19 Years of the Hit TV Show Captured in One Complete Volume", "Here is your last chance to find every recipe prepared on public television's top-rated cooking show over 19 seasons all in a single compendium, including the new season that debuts in January 2019. You'll also get up-to-date equipment and ingredient ratings drawn from the show's equipment testing and taste-testing segments. And you'll see the behind-the-scenes action--how the show comes together, what it takes to be a test cook, and more.Cook along with the latest season as it airs with these new recipes: Next-Level Chicken Piccata, Beef Short Rib Ragu, Roasted Whole Side of Salmon, One-Hour Pizza, Chinese Pork Dumplings, Crispy Ground Beef Tacos, Roasted Poblano and Black Bean Enchiladas, Falafel, Skillet-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chile, Peanuts, and Mint, Ultimate Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits, Best Lemon Bars, Brazilian Cheese Bread, Chocolate Cream Pie, and more." ], "price": "36.81", "title": "The Complete America's Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook 2001 - 2019: Every Recipe from the Hit TV Show with Product Ratings and a Look Behind the Scenes (Complete ATK TV Show Cookbook)" }
Sangre Fría (Spanish Edition): []	{ "description": [], "features": [ "Jesse Ortega es asesinado en un callejón el día de su cumpleaños. Hasta ahí solo sería una noticia más en el periódico. El problema es que no ha muerto.Convertido en vampiro, Jesse acaba en el Sugar Rush, una curiosa heladería que sirve de refugio a aquellos de su especie que no quieren matar. Pero cuando aparece un cadáver desangrado y todas las pistas apuntan hacia él, la confianza en sus nuevos camaradas empieza a tambalearse. Y la llegada de un vampiro incivilizado a la ciudad solo le pone las cosas más difíciles.Acompañado por Lena, Julian, Gina y Dominic, Jesse tendrá que aprender a valerse por sí mismo como vampiro y limpiar su nombre… o unirse a la salvaje revolución." ], "price": "0.0", "title": "Sangre Fría (Spanish Edition)" }
Fundamental Analysis for Beginners: Grow Your Investment Portfolio Like a Pro Using Financial Statements and Ratios of Any Business with Zero Investing Experience Required: []	{ "description": [], "features": [], "price": "None", "title": "Fundamental Analysis for Beginners: Grow Your Investment Portfolio Like a Pro Using Financial Statements and Ratios of Any Business with Zero Investing Experience Required" }
Mirror Test: The Cassidy Hutchinson Story: ['Review', '"Barbara Slate, graphic novelist, cartoonist, DC Comics legend, teacher and author ("You Can Do a Graphic Novel"), could not be more in the present than she is with her newest foray, a slim paperback called "Mirror Test: The Cassidy Hutchinson Story"...', '...clever, witty and relevant, makes an important contribution to the genre of political art...', "...Comics, with their origin as political commentary, have slyer subtexts. Clearly, Slate - a rarity in the world of cartoon illustration - wants to educate women to speak up and speak out. That's a tough order in a town like Washington D.C., overwhelmed with female second- and third-degree players, with most positions of real power in the hands of men.", '...One of the hopes of political cartoonists is not only to savage the opposition and send up hypocrisy, but to encourage believers in The Right Thing to keep believing and to act on their beliefs. Graphic artists like Barbara Slate are particularly effective in this effort because their art is not just a one-panel shot like a magazine cartoon, but a narrative. There\'s a story to engage the viewer with text as well as visuals. An inference is that perhaps we will want to know more and seek out more information. In this sense graphic novels can serve as prompts to further, deeper reading - the very opposite of social media quickie news bites."', '--Joan Baum, The Southampton Press,', 'About the Author', "Comic book legend Barbara Slate created Angel Love for DC, Yuppies from Hell and Sweet XVI for Marvel. Also for Marvel, she wrote Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Pocahontas, and more than 60 Barbie.comics. She wrote many Betty and Veronica stories for Archie Comics. In 2019 she created The Mueller Report Graphic Novel. Barbara teaches at Montclair State University using her acclaimed textbook You Can Do a Graphic Novel.The United States House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol was a bipartisan select committee of the U.S. House of Representatives established to investigate the U.S. Capitol attack."]	{ "description": [ "Review", "\"Barbara Slate, graphic novelist, cartoonist, DC Comics legend, teacher and author (\"You Can Do a Graphic Novel\"), could not be more in the present than she is with her newest foray, a slim paperback called \"Mirror Test: The Cassidy Hutchinson Story\"...", "...clever, witty and relevant, makes an important contribution to the genre of political art...", "...Comics, with their origin as political commentary, have slyer subtexts. Clearly, Slate - a rarity in the world of cartoon illustration - wants to educate women to speak up and speak out. That's a tough order in a town like Washington D.C., overwhelmed with female second- and third-degree players, with most positions of real power in the hands of men.", "...One of the hopes of political cartoonists is not only to savage the opposition and send up hypocrisy, but to encourage believers in The Right Thing to keep believing and to act on their beliefs. Graphic artists like Barbara Slate are particularly effective in this effort because their art is not just a one-panel shot like a magazine cartoon, but a narrative. There's a story to engage the viewer with text as well as visuals. An inference is that perhaps we will want to know more and seek out more information. In this sense graphic novels can serve as prompts to further, deeper reading - the very opposite of social media quickie news bites.\"", "--Joan Baum, The Southampton Press,", "About the Author", "Comic book legend Barbara Slate created Angel Love for DC, Yuppies from Hell and Sweet XVI for Marvel. Also for Marvel, she wrote Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Pocahontas, and more than 60 Barbie.comics. She wrote many Betty and Veronica stories for Archie Comics. In 2019 she created The Mueller Report Graphic Novel. Barbara teaches at Montclair State University using her acclaimed textbook You Can Do a Graphic Novel.The United States House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol was a bipartisan select committee of the U.S. House of Representatives established to investigate the U.S. Capitol attack." ], "features": [ "Cassidy Hutchinson, aide to the Trump White House, was torn between the right thing to do and pressure from the most powerful men in the world. Because her desk was just steps from President Trump's Oval Office, 26 year old Cassidy knew a lot-maybe too much. When the January 6 Committee summoned her, she was afraid, knowing all too well what Trumpworld did to anyone they perceived as disloyal.", "Ms. Slate selects crucial text from the gripping transcript that was released. She stays true to the facts in the testimony.", "Mirror Test", "tells how Cassidy went from a loyal aide to a whistleblower. If she was ever going to look at herself in the mirror, Cassidy would have to tell the truth." ], "price": "9.95", "title": "Mirror Test: The Cassidy Hutchinson Story" }
Fortune Teller (Miss Fortune Mysteries): []	{ "description": [], "features": [ "With Carter off on a military mission, there’s a new sheriff in town, and Fortune, Ida Belle, and Gertie have been tasked with not interfering. But then a young girl is pulled out of the swamp, unconscious and with no memory of how she got there. And when no one comes to claim her, Fortune knows they have to help.For decades, a mysterious group known only as the Brethren has been rumored to live deep in the swamp, their contact with civilization rare. Some suggest the girl might have been one of them, but if so, why was she alone in the swamp in the middle of the night? Swamp Team 3 is on the case, but long-buried secrets like to stay that way, and finding the Brethren proves to be a difficult and dangerous task. The deeper they dig, the more pieces of the puzzle they expose, but can they put the pieces together in time to save the girl?" ], "price": "12.99", "title": "Fortune Teller (Miss Fortune Mysteries)" }
When We Called Myanmar Home (Third Culture Kids): []	{ "description": [], "features": [ "A cross-cultural journey of joy, loss, grief, and hope.The children of Julie Jean Francis love their life in Southeast Asia. They wake with the sun and eat fried rice for breakfast. They buy their drinking water in plastic bottles and sleep outside when there’s no electricity at night. They play with their friends and eat curry for lunch—every day. But what happens when Covid-19 comes to their neighborhood? What happens when the government changes? Will their life in Myanmar last forever?" ], "price": "19.99", "title": "When We Called Myanmar Home (Third Culture Kids)" }
Baker Bettie’s Better Baking Book: Classic Baking Techniques and Recipes for Building Baking Confidence (Cake Decorating, Pastry Recipes, Baking Classes) (Birthday Gift for Her): ['Review', '“I wish I had this book when I started baking! It’s not only a collection of amazing recipes, but it answers the ‘why’ to your baking questions.”―Gemma Stafford, chef, author, and host of', 'Bigger Bolder Baking', '“Kristin has given bakers of any skill level the essential baking handbook with this collection of tested recipes, thorough instructions, and detailed kitchen lessons.”―Sally McKenney, author of', "Sally's Baking Addiction", "“Kristin is so knowledgeable about baking and makes it incredibly fun to learn the science behind it all. I would have loved this book when I was learning to bake because it breaks down so much about how baking works and how to become a better baker. A must-have on every baker's shelf!”―Liz Marek, award-winning cake decorator, author, and host of", 'Sugar Geek Show', '“If you’re looking for a baking textbook, a master guide that explains everything you need to know about baking,', 'Baker Bettie’s Better Baking Book', 'is it. Kristin answers all questions that could possibly arise from a recipe, whether they concern ingredients, equipment, or techniques. She accompanies methods with delectable base recipes that invite readers to experiment and get creative, and illustrates them with stunning step-by-step photographs. A beautifully written book that will no doubt be a staple for novices and more experienced bakers alike.”―Vedika Luthra, author of', '52 Weeks, 52 Sweets', 'About the Author', 'Kristin Hoffman', ', also known as\xa0"Baker Bettie,"\xa0is a trained chef, baking science geek, and the baking instructor at BakerBettie.com. Kristin\'s approach to baking is to teach foundational recipes, baking techniques, and approachable baking science. Her belief is that gaining an understanding of the processes and the "whys" in baking helps foster confidence in the kitchen. She teaches workshops in Chicago & surrounding areas along with private classes and corporate events. The BakerBettie.com website is where she shares her recipes, classic baking techniques & approachable baking science tips.', 'Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.', 'How this Book Works', 'For the past few years, I have toyed with the idea of writing this book. I wanted to translate the approach culinary school had for the home baker. I felt confident that if I could guide bakers through mixing methods, techniques, and approachable baking science, they would feel more confident with baking and love it as much as I do.', "I have been teaching baking online for the last 10 years and it's a wonderful medium to connect with people from all over the world. But it is more difficult to guide bakers through a wide range of topics sequentially, which is why I’m ecstatic about sharing this book with you!", 'While you can dip in and out of this book for recipes,', 'I’m going to encourage you to go through this book sequentially from start to finish.', 'It is laid out in a way to guide you through lessons that continue building on each other so that as you go through each one, Property of Kristin Hoffman you will finish this book with a great deal of baking confidence.', 'This is the book that I wish I had when I was first learning to bake.', 'Part one', 'lays out some important groundwork for everything that will follow. We cover basic ingredient functions, essential baking equipment, and important baking science that will apply to the chapters that follow.', 'In', 'part two', ', we dive into mixing methods, techniques, and master recipes. In this section, you learn specific mixing methods and the master recipes that utilize these methods. You will see how versatile these master recipes can be to create a wide variety of baked goods.', 'Each chapter also covers key baking science that will help you identify what may have gone wrong if you ever have a baking mishap. Each of these chapters could be written into a book all by themselves. My goal for you is to lay the groundwork for understanding the fundamentals of each topic so you feel confident to venture beyond this book into more advanced techniques and recipes.', 'Thank you for trusting me to teach you. Let’s dive in!', 'Read more']	{ "description": [ "Review", "“I wish I had this book when I started baking! It’s not only a collection of amazing recipes, but it answers the ‘why’ to your baking questions.”―Gemma Stafford, chef, author, and host of", "Bigger Bolder Baking", "“Kristin has given bakers of any skill level the essential baking handbook with this collection of tested recipes, thorough instructions, and detailed kitchen lessons.”―Sally McKenney, author of", "Sally's Baking Addiction", "“Kristin is so knowledgeable about baking and makes it incredibly fun to learn the science behind it all. I would have loved this book when I was learning to bake because it breaks down so much about how baking works and how to become a better baker. A must-have on every baker's shelf!”―Liz Marek, award-winning cake decorator, author, and host of", "Sugar Geek Show", "“If you’re looking for a baking textbook, a master guide that explains everything you need to know about baking,", "Baker Bettie’s Better Baking Book", "is it. Kristin answers all questions that could possibly arise from a recipe, whether they concern ingredients, equipment, or techniques. She accompanies methods with delectable base recipes that invite readers to experiment and get creative, and illustrates them with stunning step-by-step photographs. A beautifully written book that will no doubt be a staple for novices and more experienced bakers alike.”―Vedika Luthra, author of", "52 Weeks, 52 Sweets", "About the Author", "Kristin Hoffman", ", also known as \"Baker Bettie,\" is a trained chef, baking science geek, and the baking instructor at BakerBettie.com. Kristin's approach to baking is to teach foundational recipes, baking techniques, and approachable baking science. Her belief is that gaining an understanding of the processes and the \"whys\" in baking helps foster confidence in the kitchen. She teaches workshops in Chicago & surrounding areas along with private classes and corporate events. The BakerBettie.com website is where she shares her recipes, classic baking techniques & approachable baking science tips.", "Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.", "How this Book Works", "For the past few years, I have toyed with the idea of writing this book. I wanted to translate the approach culinary school had for the home baker. I felt confident that if I could guide bakers through mixing methods, techniques, and approachable baking science, they would feel more confident with baking and love it as much as I do.", "I have been teaching baking online for the last 10 years and it's a wonderful medium to connect with people from all over the world. But it is more difficult to guide bakers through a wide range of topics sequentially, which is why I’m ecstatic about sharing this book with you!", "While you can dip in and out of this book for recipes,", "I’m going to encourage you to go through this book sequentially from start to finish.", "It is laid out in a way to guide you through lessons that continue building on each other so that as you go through each one, Property of Kristin Hoffman you will finish this book with a great deal of baking confidence.", "This is the book that I wish I had when I was first learning to bake.", "Part one", "lays out some important groundwork for everything that will follow. We cover basic ingredient functions, essential baking equipment, and important baking science that will apply to the chapters that follow.", "In", "part two", ", we dive into mixing methods, techniques, and master recipes. In this section, you learn specific mixing methods and the master recipes that utilize these methods. You will see how versatile these master recipes can be to create a wide variety of baked goods.", "Each chapter also covers key baking science that will help you identify what may have gone wrong if you ever have a baking mishap. Each of these chapters could be written into a book all by themselves. My goal for you is to lay the groundwork for understanding the fundamentals of each topic so you feel confident to venture beyond this book into more advanced techniques and recipes.", "Thank you for trusting me to teach you. Let’s dive in!", "Read more" ], "features": [ "Learn Pastry Recipes from Professional Cook Baker Bettie", "“I wish I had this book when I started baking! It’s not only a collection of amazing recipes, but it answers the ‘why’ to your baking questions.”―", "Gemma Stafford", ", chef, author, and host of Bigger Bolder Baking", "#1 Bestseller in Professional Cooking, Pastry Baking, Cake Baking, Pies, Desserts, and Cookies", "Do you find baking difficult, or are you just not sure how it works? This cookbook is your new go-to baking book full of pastry recipes and more.", "Baking from scratch can be hard.", "The science of baking is a particular science that requires precise measurements and steps. But with professional cook Kristin Hoffman, aka Baker Bettie, the science behind baking becomes second nature!", "Baker Bettie’s Better Baking Book", "is like a lifetime’s worth of baking classes. This baking book lays a foundation of basic baking skills and tools for mastering cake, cookie, pie, and pastry recipes that are sure to boost your baking confidence.", "Learn top tips from a professional cook.", "Consider", "Baker Bettie’s Better Baking Book", "your at-home culinary and baking classes guide. This baking book goes beyond the recipe by teaching the science behind baking, from measurements, techniques, and step-by-step processes, to directions on how to use base recipes to create endless drool-worthy baked goods. This book ensures that you are able to tackle any baking task, such as pastry recipes, making cakes, baking pies, making cookies, and cake decorating with confidence!", "In this baking book, learn more about:", "The science of baking from a professional cook", "The science of baking from a professional cook", "Foundational baking techniques and mixing methods", "Foundational baking techniques and mixing methods", "How to bake from scratch", "How to bake from scratch", "How master formulas are used to bake a ton of delicious and easy recipes!", "How master formulas are used to bake a ton of delicious and easy recipes!", "If you enjoyed books like", "Beginner's Baking Bible", ",", "Small Batch Baking", ", or", "Nadiya Bakes", ", you’ll love", "Baker Bettie’s Better Baking Book", "!" ], "price": "24.98", "title": "Baker Bettie’s Better Baking Book: Classic Baking Techniques and Recipes for Building Baking Confidence (Cake Decorating, Pastry Recipes, Baking Classes) (Birthday Gift for Her)" }
Hausa Learner's Dictionary: Hausa-English, English-Hausa: []	{ "description": [], "features": [ "NEW & REVISED for 2023", "KASAHOROW's Hausa Learner's Dictioanry", "is an essential guide for beginners. Learn the basics to communicate effectively with our bilingual, bidirectional dictionary for Hausa-English. This is the", "2023", "revised edition.", "Updates include 2500+ words.", "Updates include 2500+ words.", "Compatible with the \"I Can Read\" series by kasahorow.", "Compatible with the \"I Can Read\" series by kasahorow.", "Perfect translation tool for students, teachers, travelers, and language learners.", "Perfect translation tool for students, teachers, travelers, and language learners." ], "price": "15.6", "title": "Hausa Learner's Dictionary: Hausa-English, English-Hausa" }
The One and Only Bob (The One and Only Ivan, 2): ['Review', '"Bob proves to everyone (and finally himself) that there is a big heart in that tiny chest…and a brave one too.\xa0Applegate picks up where her Newbery Medal winner left off, and fans will be overjoyed to ride along in the head of lovable, self-deprecating Bob on his storm-tossed adventure. His wry doggy observations and attitude are pitch perfect." —', 'Kirkus Reviews', '(starred review)', '"Ricocheting between entertainment and poignancy, the dog’s musings on his past and present give way to an urgent chronicle of survival. Applegate deepens the suspense (while, ingeniously, amplifying the humor) with the appearance of Bob’s long-lost sister. The novel’s fluid meshing of loyalty, forgiveness, and trust will leave readers hoping that the author has more one-and-only stories to tell." —', 'Publishers Weekly', '(starred review)', '"In this story of true friendship, hope, and courage, Bob learns to appreciate and cherish those he loves. Driven by favorite characters from', 'The One and Only Ivan', ', Bob’s story is delightfully heartfelt and adventurous. Castelao’s illustrations add additional beauty to the story.\xa0Readers will be lining up to read this sequel." —', 'School Library Journal (starred review)', '"Explore[s]\xa0themes of forgiveness, redemption, and heroism. A playful canine glossary and expressive spot illustrations further enhance the appeal of this sequel." —', 'Horn Book Magazine', '"Bob supplies a sharp, lively voice that young readers will enjoy.\xa0Fans of the first book will love catching up with cherished friends, and newcomers, too, will enjoy this heartfelt story of survival." —', 'Booklist', '"', 'Much like Bob himself, this book has an appealing mix of frenetic energy and somber contemplation. Commentary on animal welfare and climate change is carefully woven into the narrative, giving readers food for thought but never overwhelming what is ultimately a tale of friendship and forgiveness." —', 'Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books', '"Applegate writes that she was delighted when she heard DeVito would be the voice of Bob in the upcoming film adaptation of Ivan, and we agree: DeVito\'s voice is Bob’s. This is a heartfelt and entertaining listen." —', 'Booklist (starred review of audio edition)', 'About the Author', 'Katherine Applegate', 'is the Newbery Medal-winning and #1', 'New York Times', 'bestselling author of numerous books for young readers, including', 'The One and Only Ivan, The One and Only Bob', ',', 'Crenshaw', ',', 'Wishtree', ', the Roscoe Riley Rules chapter books series, and the Animorphs series. She lives with her husband, who writes as the author Michael Grant, and their children in California.', 'Website: www.katherineapplegate.com', 'Twitter: www.twitter.com/kaaauthor', 'Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kaaauthor', 'Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaaauthor/']	{ "description": [ "Review", "\"Bob proves to everyone (and finally himself) that there is a big heart in that tiny chest…and a brave one too. Applegate picks up where her Newbery Medal winner left off, and fans will be overjoyed to ride along in the head of lovable, self-deprecating Bob on his storm-tossed adventure. His wry doggy observations and attitude are pitch perfect.\" —", "Kirkus Reviews", "(starred review)", "\"Ricocheting between entertainment and poignancy, the dog’s musings on his past and present give way to an urgent chronicle of survival. Applegate deepens the suspense (while, ingeniously, amplifying the humor) with the appearance of Bob’s long-lost sister. The novel’s fluid meshing of loyalty, forgiveness, and trust will leave readers hoping that the author has more one-and-only stories to tell.\" —", "Publishers Weekly", "(starred review)", "\"In this story of true friendship, hope, and courage, Bob learns to appreciate and cherish those he loves. Driven by favorite characters from", "The One and Only Ivan", ", Bob’s story is delightfully heartfelt and adventurous. Castelao’s illustrations add additional beauty to the story. Readers will be lining up to read this sequel.\" —", "School Library Journal (starred review)", "\"Explore[s] themes of forgiveness, redemption, and heroism. A playful canine glossary and expressive spot illustrations further enhance the appeal of this sequel.\" —", "Horn Book Magazine", "\"Bob supplies a sharp, lively voice that young readers will enjoy. Fans of the first book will love catching up with cherished friends, and newcomers, too, will enjoy this heartfelt story of survival.\" —", "Booklist", "\"", "Much like Bob himself, this book has an appealing mix of frenetic energy and somber contemplation. Commentary on animal welfare and climate change is carefully woven into the narrative, giving readers food for thought but never overwhelming what is ultimately a tale of friendship and forgiveness.\" —", "Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books", "\"Applegate writes that she was delighted when she heard DeVito would be the voice of Bob in the upcoming film adaptation of Ivan, and we agree: DeVito's voice is Bob’s. This is a heartfelt and entertaining listen.\" —", "Booklist (starred review of audio edition)", "About the Author", "Katherine Applegate", "is the Newbery Medal-winning and #1", "New York Times", "bestselling author of numerous books for young readers, including", "The One and Only Ivan, The One and Only Bob", ",", "Crenshaw", ",", "Wishtree", ", the Roscoe Riley Rules chapter books series, and the Animorphs series. She lives with her husband, who writes as the author Michael Grant, and their children in California.", "Website: www.katherineapplegate.com", "Twitter: www.twitter.com/kaaauthor", "Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kaaauthor", "Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaaauthor/" ], "features": [ "A #1", "New York Times", "bestseller and a #1 Indie bestseller!", "\"Good dog Bob. Great to have a best friend.”—Danny DeVito", "Return to the unforgettable world of the Newbery Medal-winning and #1", "New York Times", "bestselling novel", "The One and Only Ivan", "in this incredible sequel, starring Ivan’s friend Bob! Catch up with these beloved friends before you see the star-studded film adaptation of", "The One and Only Ivan", ", now available on Disney+!", "Bob sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long-lost sister with the help of his two best friends, Ivan and Ruby. As a hurricane approaches and time is running out, Bob finds courage he never knew he had and learns the true meaning of friendship and family.", "Bob, Ivan, and Ruby have touched the hearts of millions of readers, and their story isn’t over yet. Catch up with these beloved friends before the star-studded film adaptation of", "The One and Only Ivan", "hits theaters in August 2020!", "One and Only Bob", "is an instant #1", "New York Times", "bestseller, embraced by new and old fans of Katherine Applegate's beloved", "One and Only Ivan.", "Great for summer reading or anytime! A", "Today", "show pick for “25 children’s books your kids and teens won’t be able to put down this summer!\"", "In the tradition of timeless stories like", "Charlotte's Web", "and", "Stuart Little", ", Katherine Applegate blends humor and poignancy to create an unforgettable story of friendship, family, and hope.", "The One and Only Bob", "features first-person narrative; author's use of literary devices (personification, imagery); and story elements (plot, character development, perspective).", "This acclaimed middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 8, for independent reading, homeschooling, and sharing in the classroom." ], "price": "7.64", "title": "The One and Only Bob (The One and Only Ivan, 2)" }
Bake Me a Cat: 50 Purrfect Recipes for Edible Kitty Cakes, Cookies and More!: ['Review', '"These are three of my favorite things and I’m so excited to have them in one meow-tastic cookbook. From Pavlov\'s Kittens (pavlovas) and Meow, Bao! (baos) to cat-shaped s\'mores, cakes, and cookies, I have no idea if I can create confections on the same cuteness scale as Kim-Joy, but I’m 100 percent looking forward to trying. I cannot image a better gift for a kid in your life that loves baking and cats." ― Emma Christensen,', 'Simply Recipes', '"This isn’t a traditional cookbook, but it’s the one for me―and if you are as obsessed with cats as I am, I suspect you’ll enjoy it as much as I did." -Genevieve Yam, Bon Appétit"', 'Bake Me a Cat', 'is a cake and cookie recipe book that instills the essence of author Kim-Joy’s quirky and cutesy baking style. You don’t have to be a Bake Off fan to enjoy the recipes, art, and photos in this book." - Antonio G. Di Benedetto,', 'The Verge', 'About the Author', 'Kim-Joy', "made it to the final of the Great British Baking Show 2018 with her unique, intricate baked creations that captured the hearts of the nation as well as Prue and Paul. Her beautifully decorated cakes – along with her calmness and vibrant positivity – put a smile on everyone's face and Kim-Joy has since earned a legion of baking fans around the world. Having previously worked in mental health, she now devotes her time to creating cakes and treats that bring a little Kim-Joy to as many people as possible. Her books Baking with Kim-Joy, Christmas with Kim-Joy and Celebrate with Kim-Joy have been huge hits around the world."]	{ "description": [ "Review", "\"These are three of my favorite things and I’m so excited to have them in one meow-tastic cookbook. From Pavlov's Kittens (pavlovas) and Meow, Bao! (baos) to cat-shaped s'mores, cakes, and cookies, I have no idea if I can create confections on the same cuteness scale as Kim-Joy, but I’m 100 percent looking forward to trying. I cannot image a better gift for a kid in your life that loves baking and cats.\" ― Emma Christensen,", "Simply Recipes", "\"This isn’t a traditional cookbook, but it’s the one for me―and if you are as obsessed with cats as I am, I suspect you’ll enjoy it as much as I did.\" -Genevieve Yam, Bon Appétit\"", "Bake Me a Cat", "is a cake and cookie recipe book that instills the essence of author Kim-Joy’s quirky and cutesy baking style. You don’t have to be a Bake Off fan to enjoy the recipes, art, and photos in this book.\" - Antonio G. Di Benedetto,", "The Verge", "About the Author", "Kim-Joy", "made it to the final of the Great British Baking Show 2018 with her unique, intricate baked creations that captured the hearts of the nation as well as Prue and Paul. Her beautifully decorated cakes – along with her calmness and vibrant positivity – put a smile on everyone's face and Kim-Joy has since earned a legion of baking fans around the world. Having previously worked in mental health, she now devotes her time to creating cakes and treats that bring a little Kim-Joy to as many people as possible. Her books Baking with Kim-Joy, Christmas with Kim-Joy and Celebrate with Kim-Joy have been huge hits around the world." ], "features": [ "Feline fans will love this collection of 50 a-miaow-zing cat-themed creations.", "Bake Me a Cat", "showcases the cutest bakes you will ever see, all celebrating our favorite pet. With brand new recipes for cakes, cookies, desserts, breads and more, it's the kitchen essential for every kitten-cuddler. Kim-Joy is an expert in creating gorgeous animal-themed bakes, and her adorable feline characters have a purrsonality all of their own. Catering for a range of skills levels, whether you fancy baking Tiger Buns, Meow Bao, Kit-tea Scones or a Happy Purrrrthday Cake, bring joy to your cooking and a smile to every cat-owner's face with", "Bake Me a Cat", "!." ], "price": "14.59", "title": "Bake Me a Cat: 50 Purrfect Recipes for Edible Kitty Cakes, Cookies and More!" }
Scenes of the Crime: A Novel: ['Review', '“The Gothic setting of Jilly Gagnon’s', 'Scenes of the Crime', '—an isolated, exclusive winery on the Oregon coast—provides the perfect backdrop for this absorbing, meta-fictional variation on a locked-room mystery, full of pointed observations about class, money, and the inherent competition that lies beneath many female friendships.', 'Scenes of the Crime', 'is the ideal choice for readers of Ruth Ware and Megan Abbott.”', '—Joanna Margaret', 'About the Author', 'Jilly Gagnon', 'is the author of', 'All Dressed Up', 'and the young adult novel', '#famous', '. Her humor writing, personal essays, and op-eds have appeared in', 'Newsweek, Elle, Vanity Fair, Boston', 'magazine,', 'McSweeney’s Internet Tendency, The Toast,', 'and', 'The Hairpin,', 'among others. She lives in Salem, Massachusetts, with her family and two black cats.', 'Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.', '1', 'I’d made it about thirty percent of the way through the most glaringly inane round of script notes known to man when a ghost walked into the coffee shop.Actually, let’s back up about five minutes. As a screenwriter, I should know to set the scene at least slightly.I closed my eyes, breathing deeply in through my nose, out slowly through my mouth, trying to let the white noise of the coffee shop fall away, let my mind go blank, keep my focus on the breath moving through my body, all the way down to my fingertips, weaving through my leg muscles on its way to the soles of my feet, slithering along my vertebrae and pooling in my tailbone, whispering up into the tips of my eyelashes. Calm. Lower your vibrations and be calm.It would be weird anywhere but LA.But eventually I had to open my eyes again, and that same idiotic script note was still staring back at me, maddening in its Feedback 101 simplicity.Motivation? Why is she still here? Let’s dig deeper.She’s still here because this is an episode of Back of House, the broadest of network comedies, a slurry of gender stereotypes, cheap sight gags, and plotlines so dull they couldn’t even cut the mental mashed potatoes we’ve been serving up for five seasons now, Mike. She’s here because the loving but slightly exasperated wife character—literally, in early versions of the pilot her name was Wife—exists exclusively as an eye-rolling sounding board to her husband’s constant string of wacky mishaps in the restaurant they run together.And not for nothing, you don’t need motivation to stay when the A story for the episode is “Hector accidentally locks himself and Maria into the staff bathroom before an all-important VIP dinner. But Maria’s new get-fit focus on hydration means soon she’s gonna have to go . . . when neither of them can go anywhere!”I could feel a thin layer of my molars sanding away as I tried to cling to those “breathe deep” vibes. Useless. Say goodbye to your enamel, Emily.I reached for my brownie, breaking off a large corner and stuffing it into my mouth as I sank into the too-deep armchair I’d set up in for the day, letting the chocolatey goodness do what meditative exercises alone couldn’t manage. I looked out over the coffee shop, my favorite in LA not only because it was walking distance from my Los Feliz condo, but because the dim, windowless, sagging-velvet-upholstered-furniture ambiance seemed to scare off some of the would-be actors perpetually posing for the candid shots no one was taking of them. Instead, it attracted my people: the huddled screenwriters actually eating the indulgent baked goods, the blue-light glow of their screens only highlighting the vampiric pallor, unkempt hair, and smudged eyeglasses that formed their personal rebuttals to the famous promise of carefree SoCal sunshine. I always came to Grandeur in Exile when it was my week to write the script. It was impossible not to get work done surrounded by so much hushed intensity.And occasionally, like now, someone so unexpected would appear that it revived that tiny flame deep inside me—perilously close to snuffing out after five years in the Back of House writers’ room—that flickered with What’s that abouts? and Wait, reallys? and in this particular case, a What’s she doing in here? The tiny moment of not-quite-rightness that feels pregnant with an untold story.The woman at the counter had the elongated proportions of a designer’s sketch, all willowy limbs and swanlike neck, its slim length accentuated by the sharp line of her near-black bob. Even I could tell that her outfit—trendy black booties and a long-sleeved raw silk sheath, the demure hemline seemingly contradicted by the way it clung to her slim figure, highlighting every curve—was expensive, in a Beverly Hills way you rarely saw in this part of town. And she was carrying a fricking Birkin. What was someone like that doing in this dungeon—albeit a dungeon with plush amenities and excellent wifi—for creatives?And then she turned to glance toward the heavily curtained windows and I almost choked to death on gooey chocolate.It was Vanessa. But it couldn’t be.Vanessa had been gone for fifteen years. I should know. I was one of the last people to see her alive.And it was possible I was the one who had killed her.', 'Read more']	{ "description": [ "Review", "“The Gothic setting of Jilly Gagnon’s", "Scenes of the Crime", "—an isolated, exclusive winery on the Oregon coast—provides the perfect backdrop for this absorbing, meta-fictional variation on a locked-room mystery, full of pointed observations about class, money, and the inherent competition that lies beneath many female friendships.", "Scenes of the Crime", "is the ideal choice for readers of Ruth Ware and Megan Abbott.”", "—Joanna Margaret", "About the Author", "Jilly Gagnon", "is the author of", "All Dressed Up", "and the young adult novel", "#famous", ". Her humor writing, personal essays, and op-eds have appeared in", "Newsweek, Elle, Vanity Fair, Boston", "magazine,", "McSweeney’s Internet Tendency, The Toast,", "and", "The Hairpin,", "among others. She lives in Salem, Massachusetts, with her family and two black cats.", "Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.", "1", "I’d made it about thirty percent of the way through the most glaringly inane round of script notes known to man when a ghost walked into the coffee shop.Actually, let’s back up about five minutes. As a screenwriter, I should know to set the scene at least slightly.I closed my eyes, breathing deeply in through my nose, out slowly through my mouth, trying to let the white noise of the coffee shop fall away, let my mind go blank, keep my focus on the breath moving through my body, all the way down to my fingertips, weaving through my leg muscles on its way to the soles of my feet, slithering along my vertebrae and pooling in my tailbone, whispering up into the tips of my eyelashes. Calm. Lower your vibrations and be calm.It would be weird anywhere but LA.But eventually I had to open my eyes again, and that same idiotic script note was still staring back at me, maddening in its Feedback 101 simplicity.Motivation? Why is she still here? Let’s dig deeper.She’s still here because this is an episode of Back of House, the broadest of network comedies, a slurry of gender stereotypes, cheap sight gags, and plotlines so dull they couldn’t even cut the mental mashed potatoes we’ve been serving up for five seasons now, Mike. She’s here because the loving but slightly exasperated wife character—literally, in early versions of the pilot her name was Wife—exists exclusively as an eye-rolling sounding board to her husband’s constant string of wacky mishaps in the restaurant they run together.And not for nothing, you don’t need motivation to stay when the A story for the episode is “Hector accidentally locks himself and Maria into the staff bathroom before an all-important VIP dinner. But Maria’s new get-fit focus on hydration means soon she’s gonna have to go . . . when neither of them can go anywhere!”I could feel a thin layer of my molars sanding away as I tried to cling to those “breathe deep” vibes. Useless. Say goodbye to your enamel, Emily.I reached for my brownie, breaking off a large corner and stuffing it into my mouth as I sank into the too-deep armchair I’d set up in for the day, letting the chocolatey goodness do what meditative exercises alone couldn’t manage. I looked out over the coffee shop, my favorite in LA not only because it was walking distance from my Los Feliz condo, but because the dim, windowless, sagging-velvet-upholstered-furniture ambiance seemed to scare off some of the would-be actors perpetually posing for the candid shots no one was taking of them. Instead, it attracted my people: the huddled screenwriters actually eating the indulgent baked goods, the blue-light glow of their screens only highlighting the vampiric pallor, unkempt hair, and smudged eyeglasses that formed their personal rebuttals to the famous promise of carefree SoCal sunshine. I always came to Grandeur in Exile when it was my week to write the script. It was impossible not to get work done surrounded by so much hushed intensity.And occasionally, like now, someone so unexpected would appear that it revived that tiny flame deep inside me—perilously close to snuffing out after five years in the Back of House writers’ room—that flickered with What’s that abouts? and Wait, reallys? and in this particular case, a What’s she doing in here? The tiny moment of not-quite-rightness that feels pregnant with an untold story.The woman at the counter had the elongated proportions of a designer’s sketch, all willowy limbs and swanlike neck, its slim length accentuated by the sharp line of her near-black bob. Even I could tell that her outfit—trendy black booties and a long-sleeved raw silk sheath, the demure hemline seemingly contradicted by the way it clung to her slim figure, highlighting every curve—was expensive, in a Beverly Hills way you rarely saw in this part of town. And she was carrying a fricking Birkin. What was someone like that doing in this dungeon—albeit a dungeon with plush amenities and excellent wifi—for creatives?And then she turned to glance toward the heavily curtained windows and I almost choked to death on gooey chocolate.It was Vanessa. But it couldn’t be.Vanessa had been gone for fifteen years. I should know. I was one of the last people to see her alive.And it was possible I was the one who had killed her.", "Read more" ], "features": [ "An ambitious screenwriter tries to solve her friend’s disappearance by re-creating their fateful final girls’ trip in this riveting locked-room mystery from the author of", "All Dressed Up.", "“Twisty and utterly bingeable . . . Each page will leave you gasping for more.”—Disha Bose, author of", "Dirty Laundry", "It should have been the perfect spring break: Five girlfriends. A remote winery on the Oregon coast. An infinite supply of delicious wine at their manicured fingertips. But then their center—beautiful, magnetic Vanessa Morales—vanished without a trace.Emily Fischer was perhaps the last person to see her alive. But now, years later, Emily spots Vanessa’s doppelganger at a local café. At the end of her rope working a lucrative yet mind-numbing gig on a network sitcom, Emily is inspired to finally tell the story that’s been percolating inside her for so long: Vanessa’s story. But first, she needs to know what really happened on that fateful night. So she puts a brilliant scheme into motion.She gets the girls together for a reunion weekend at the scene of the crime under the guise of reconnecting. There’s Brittany, Vanessa’s cousin and the inheritor of the winery; Paige, a former athlete, bullish yet easily manipulated; and Lydia, the wallflower of the group.One of them knows the truth. But what have they each been hiding? And how much can Emily trust anything she learns from them . . . or even her own memories of Vanessa’s last days?Suspenseful, propulsive, and interspersed with scenes from Emily’s blockbuster screenplay,", "Scenes of the Crime", "is an unforgettable mystery that examines culpability, the shiny rearview mirror of Hollywood storytelling, and the pitfalls of female friendship." ], "price": "12.74", "title": "Scenes of the Crime: A Novel" }
Native Son (Abridged): ['Review', '“There have only been two books in my life that have made me cry: the first 50 pages of', 'Jane Eyre', 'and the last 50 of', 'Native', 'Son.…Richard Wright’s masterpiece is in the school of protest novel…', 'Native Son', 'taught me that it’s all right to have passion within your work, that you don’t need to shy away from politics in order to write fiction.” (', 'Gloria Naylor', ')“A novel of tremendous power and beauty.” (', 'Newsweek', ')“The most powerful American novel to appear since', 'The Grapes of Wrath', '. . . so overwhelming is its central drive, so gripping its mounting intensity.” (', 'New Yorker', ')“It’s difficult to write temperately of a book which abounds in such excitement, in so profound an understanding of human frailty.” (', 'New York Herald Tribune', ')“An enormously stirring novel. . . a story to trouble midnight and the noon’s repose and to haunt the imagination.” (', 'New York Times', ')“For terror in narrative, utter and compelling, there are few pages in modern American literature that will compare with this story.” (', 'Saturday Review', ')“A powerfully blunt novel.” (', 'Washington Post', ')', 'From the Back Cover', 'Right from the start, Bigger Thomas had been headed for jail. It could have been for assault or petty larceny; by chance, it was for murder and rape.', 'Native Son', "tells the story of this young black man caught in a downward spiral after he kills a young white woman in a brief moment of panic. Set in Chicago in the 1930s, Richard Wright's novel is just as powerful today as when it was written -- in its reflection of poverty and hopelessness, and what it means to be black in America.", 'This abridged edition includes an introduction, "How Bigger Was Born," by the author, as well as an afterword by John Reilly.', 'About the Author', 'Richard Wright won international renown for his powerful and visceral depiction of the black experience. He stands today alongside such African-American luminaries as Zora Neale Hurston, James Baldwin, and Toni Morrison, and two of his novels,', 'Native Son', 'and', 'Black Boy,', 'are required reading in high schools and colleges across the nation. He died in 1960.', 'Read more']	{ "description": [ "Review", "“There have only been two books in my life that have made me cry: the first 50 pages of", "Jane Eyre", "and the last 50 of", "Native", "Son.…Richard Wright’s masterpiece is in the school of protest novel…", "Native Son", "taught me that it’s all right to have passion within your work, that you don’t need to shy away from politics in order to write fiction.” (", "Gloria Naylor", ")“A novel of tremendous power and beauty.” (", "Newsweek", ")“The most powerful American novel to appear since", "The Grapes of Wrath", ". . . so overwhelming is its central drive, so gripping its mounting intensity.” (", "New Yorker", ")“It’s difficult to write temperately of a book which abounds in such excitement, in so profound an understanding of human frailty.” (", "New York Herald Tribune", ")“An enormously stirring novel. . . a story to trouble midnight and the noon’s repose and to haunt the imagination.” (", "New York Times", ")“For terror in narrative, utter and compelling, there are few pages in modern American literature that will compare with this story.” (", "Saturday Review", ")“A powerfully blunt novel.” (", "Washington Post", ")", "From the Back Cover", "Right from the start, Bigger Thomas had been headed for jail. It could have been for assault or petty larceny; by chance, it was for murder and rape.", "Native Son", "tells the story of this young black man caught in a downward spiral after he kills a young white woman in a brief moment of panic. Set in Chicago in the 1930s, Richard Wright's novel is just as powerful today as when it was written -- in its reflection of poverty and hopelessness, and what it means to be black in America.", "This abridged edition includes an introduction, \"How Bigger Was Born,\" by the author, as well as an afterword by John Reilly.", "About the Author", "Richard Wright won international renown for his powerful and visceral depiction of the black experience. He stands today alongside such African-American luminaries as Zora Neale Hurston, James Baldwin, and Toni Morrison, and two of his novels,", "Native Son", "and", "Black Boy,", "are required reading in high schools and colleges across the nation. He died in 1960.", "Read more" ], "features": [ "Now an HBO Film!", "“If one had to identify the single most influential shaping force in modern Black literary history, one would probably have to point to Wright and the publication of", "Native Son.", "” – Henry Louis Gates Jr.", "Right from the start, Bigger Thomas had been headed for jail. It could have been for assault or petty larceny; by chance, it was for murder and rape.", "Native Son", "tells the story of this young black man caught in a downward spiral after he kills a young white woman in a brief moment of panic.", "Set in Chicago in the 1930s, Richard Wright's powerful novel is an unsparing reflection on the poverty and feelings of hopelessness experienced by people in inner cities across the country and of what it means to be black in America.", "This abridged edition of", "Native Son", "reprints the original edition from 1940. It also includes an essay by Wright,", "How \"Bigger\" was Born,", "as well as an afterword by John Reilly." ], "price": "from 1.91", "title": "Native Son (Abridged)" }
Under the Oak with Agnes: Where lunch sacks open and life-altering truth is on the menu: []	{ "description": [], "features": [ "“Death might just be the single biggest piece of dynamite that can come along for a person. It can blow a life apart.It can also blow things wide open. There’s a difference.”", "These are the words that Agnes, an unassuming hospice aide, offers to accomplished attorney Emory Harrell in the wake of his mother’s passing. In his profound grief, Emory is invited to dispense with conventional wisdom as he searches for wholeness and dares to challenge the status quo of his seemingly ideal life. At Agnes’s urging, he volunteers at the hospice house where his mother died. There, Emory meets four very different people who are in their last days—a teenage girl with a wisdom well beyond her years, a long-haul truck driver with a surprising past, a fundamentalist minister estranged from his son, and an elderly woman lost in dementia.", "Emory’s journey faces many twists, turns, and challenges—not the least of which are the efforts of the woman who is supposed to love him most, yet connives to keep him safely under the sphere of her control and away from the truth he seeks." ], "price": "15.5", "title": "Under the Oak with Agnes: Where lunch sacks open and life-altering truth is on the menu" }