Steve Jeffes

The hidden truth regarding your appearance and appearance discrimination 

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Tennessee

At last...a revealing book at how your appearance may determine your success and happiness in life. Jeffes helps readers to determine if they have been discriminated against because of their appearance. Appearance is Everything will enable you to critically examine how your appearance may influence relationships, academic performance, and career advancement.

Appearance Is Everything

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Jenny Diski

Marie de Gournay was eighteen when she read, and was overwhelmed by, the essays of the French philosopher Montaigne. She had to be revived with hellebore. When she finally met Montaigne, she stabbed herself with a hairpin until the blood ran in order to show her devotion. He made her his adopted daughter for the two months they knew each other. He died four years later, after which, though scorned by intellectuals, she became his editor. Jenny Diski engages with this passionate and confused relationship between 'father and daughter', old writer/young acolyte, possible lovers, using both their voices. Much of their story is about absence of the people they love. In Jenny Diski's hands it becomes a fascinating tale.

Apology for the Woman Writing

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Angela Thirkell

A Virago Modern Classic

Pretty, impecunious Mary Preston, newly arrived as a guest of her Aunt Agnes at the magnificent wooded estate of Rushwater, falls head over heels for handsome playboy David Leslie. Meanwhile, Agnes and her mother, the eccentric matriarch Lady Emily, have hopes of a different, more suitable match for Mary. At the lavish Rushwater dance party, her future happiness hangs in the balance . . .

Wild Strawberries

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Richard Blake

Perfect for readers of Simon Scarrow and Ben Kane, Conspiracies of Rome is the thrilling first book in the new seven-part DEATH OF ROME SAGA. Rome, 609 AD. Empire is a fading memory. Repeatedly fought over and plundered, the City is falling into ruins. Killers prowl by night. Far off, in Constantinople, the Emperor has other concerns as The Church is beginning to flex its own imperial muscle. Enter Aelric of England: young and beautiful, sexually uninhibited, heroic, if ruthlessly violent - and hungry for the learning of a world that is dying around him. A deadly brawl outside Rome sucks him straight into the high politics of Empire. Soon, Aelric is involved in a race against time to find answers before he ends up as just another corpse in the gutter.

Conspiracies of Rome

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John Houghton

Gill Tavner

The Autobiography of Sir John Houghton

Sir John Houghton's life chronicles the history of climate science. Discovering in the course of his study of the weather that climate change is a reality and does threaten the future of the planet, Sir John Houghton found out something else. Not all scientists were prepared to tell the truth.

In the Eye of the Storm

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Wayne Erbsen


Explore the rich musical heritage of the Civil War era with "Rousing Songs and True Tales of the Civil War" by Wayne Erbsen. This trade paperback offers a collection of historical tunes and narratives that provide insight into the cultural and societal aspects of the time. Published in 2011 by Native Ground Music, Incorporated, the book spans 72 pages and is a must-have for enthusiasts of music and history alike.

Here are the songs and stories that made history. Includes lyrics, music, song histories, trivia, humor plus 100 Civil War photographs and illustrations.

Rousing Songs and True Tales of the Civil War

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This book is a must-have for anyone who loves music and humor. Written by Wayne Erbsen, the book titled "Singing Rails: Railroadin' Songs, Jokes & Stories" is a collection of delightful content that will entertain and educate readers. The book is in trade paperback format, has 69 pages, and was published in 2011 by Native Ground Music, Incorporated.

Railroadin' Songs, Jokes & Stories

Finally! A low cost book packed with songs and lore of the railroads! This companion to our recording, "Singing Rails: 14 Railroadin' Songs", includes the melody and lyrics to 28 classic sing-alongs plus: railroad superstitions, tall tales of train wrecks, robberies, ghosts, hobos, train insults, railroad slang, street-car poetry, vintage drawings and photographs.

Singing Rails

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Barbara Swell

Discover the secrets of the great old-timey cooks with this fascinating book by Barbara Swell. Featuring historic recipes, lore, and wisdom, this book is a must-have for any cooking enthusiast. The 72-page book is perfect for those who want to explore the culinary arts of the past and add a touch of history to their kitchen.

Historic Recipes, Lore and Wisdom

Reminisce about a simpler time as four 20th century mountain pioneer women share their cooking secrets. These great old-timey cooks stir in their own wisdom and tales of growing up on rural farms, where they prepared delicious meals by lantern light on wood cookstoves. Included are heirloom recipes, proverbs, folk remedies, 80 vintage photos, 19th century autograph rhymes and lots of stories.

Secrets of the Great Old-Timey Cooks

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Donald Moffitt

Explore a thrilling science fiction story with "Children of the Comet" by Donald Moffitt. This trade paperback book, published in 2015 by Open Road Integrated Media, Inc., offers 332 pages of action-packed adventure. The book follows a group of scientists who discover a mysterious comet that appears to have a life of its own, and the unexpected consequences of their actions.



In this brand-new cosmic adventure by the author of The Genesis Quest and The Jupiter Theft, Torris, son of the Facemaker, knows only his small community at the base of the great Tree on a comet with almost no gravity or atmosphere. Torris's daily struggle for survival includes harvesting frozen air to keep breathing, dodging flutterbeasts, and hunting meatbeasts for food. When it comes time to make his vision quest to the top of the Tree, Torris is completely unprepared for what he finds: first, a thieving and hostile fellow quester; then, Ning, a female hunter from a neighboring tree-bearing comet, who has catapulted across empty space in search of food to save her family; and ultimately, alien visitors in a massive starship that has spent billions of years crossing the galaxy. Shocked at the cultural differences between his home and Ning's and stunned by the changes precipitated by the arrival of the spaceship, Torris must learn quickly, adapt even faster, and face an uncertain and rapidly changing future unlike anything he has ever imagined.

Children of the Comet

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J. Robert Janes

Immerse yourself in the world of Hunting Ground, a thrilling psychological, historical, and suspenseful novel by J. Robert Janes. This trade paperback book, published by Open Road Integrated Media, Inc. in 2013, is a must-read for avid thriller fans.

The Hunting Ground

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Diane Atkinson


Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Victorian England's most notorious scandal with the book "Criminal Conversation of Mrs. Norton" by Diane Atkinson. This hardcover book, published by Chicago Review Press, Incorporated in 2013, is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of women's studies and gender & the law

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Victorian England's Scandal of the Century and the Fallen Socialite Who Changed Women's Lives Forever

"First published in Great Britain in 2012 by Preface Publishing"--T.p. verso.

The Criminal Conversation of Mrs. Norton

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Saul Austerlitz


This book, titled "Sitcom: A History in 24 Episodes from I Love Lucy to Community" by Saul Austerlitz, is a must-have for any fan of classic sitcoms. Published by Chicago Review Press, Incorporated in 2014, this trade paperback is a comprehensive guide to the history of sitcoms, featuring 416 pages of insightful analysis and illustrations.

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

A History in 24 Episodes from I Love Lucy to Community

The form is so elemental, so basic, that we have difficulty imagining a time before it existed: a single set, fixed cameras, canned laughter, zany sidekicks, quirky family antics. Obsessively watched and critically ignored, sitcoms were a distraction, a gentle lullaby of a kinder, gentler America--until suddenly the artificial boundary between the world and television entertainment collapsed.

            In this book we can watch the growth of the sitcom, following the path that leads from Lucy to The Phil Silvers Show; from The Dick Van Dyke Show to The Mary Tyler Moore Show; from M*A*S*H to Taxi; from Cheers to Roseanne; from Seinfeld to Curb Your Enthusiasm; and from The Larry Sanders Show to 30 Rock.

            In twenty-four episodes, Sitcom surveys the history of the form, and functions as both a TV mixtape of fondly remembered shows that will guide us to notable series and larger trends, and a carefully curated guided tour through the history of one of our most treasured art forms. 

Sitcom

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Nona Mock Wyman


Discover the inspiring story of Ming Quong, a Chinese orphanage in California, through the book "Bamboo Women". Written by Nona Mock Wyman, this trade paperback has 225 pages filled with fascinating details about the orphanage's history and the lives of the women who lived there

Stories from Ming Quong, a Chinese Orphanage in California

"In her groundbreaking new book, Nona Mock Wyman intimately explores the lives of her "sisters" who grew up in the Bay Area's Ming Quong Chinese orphanage—revealing secrets, pain, and the lifetime legacies of friendship that developed among the girls, who for myriad painful reasons came to call the orphanage home. Beautifully and wrenchingly told, Bamboo Women is a courageous look into a little-known world and an affirmation of the human spirit."—Karin Evans, author of The Lost Daughters of China In 1935, at the age of two, Nona Mock Wyman was abandoned at the Ming Quong orphanage in Los Gatos, California. From that first, searing memory of seeing her mother walk out of her life forever, Mock turned grief into strength. Bamboo Women tells twenty-one inspiring stories of coming-of-age from the women of Ming Quong, a home for orphaned Chinese girls in the San Francisco Bay Area. Wyman introduces us to her "sisters" and how their bonds of love and friendship carried them through life, love, loss, career, and family. Nona Mock Wyman is the author of Chopstick Childhood (In a Land of Silver Spoons). She lives in Walnut Creek, California.

Bamboo Women

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This inspirational crochet booklet by Christine A. McMillan is perfect for any leisure arts enthusiast. With a focus on filet crochet techniques, it offers step-by-step instructions for creating beautiful and unique pieces. The pattern collection includes contemporary designs, all made with the goal of inspiring creativity.

Filet Crochet 

American School of Needlework

 The Ultimate Book of Knit Afghans by American School of Needlework. This pattern book features 19 designs of mixed themes, perfect for creating cozy and stylish afghans/throws. Made in the United States, this book is a must-have for any knitting enthusiast looking to expand their collection.

The Ultimate Book of Knit Afghans

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Leisure Arts


This book by Mary Frits provides a comprehensive guide to creating colorful and stylish clothing for your baby. Published in 2004 by Annie's Publishing, LLC, it covers various techniques and provides step-by-step instructions to create beautiful pieces of clothing. The book is illustrated and written in English, with a total of 20 pages.



Contest Favorites Baby Afghans

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Shad Helmstetter

Discover the secrets of your own personality with "Who Are You Really and What Do You Want?" by Shad Helmstetter. This hardcover book, published by Park Avenue Press in 2003, is a must-read for anyone interested in self-help and psychology.

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Based on more than 25 years of research in the field of motivational behavior, bestselling author Dr. Shad Helmstetter reveals the actual difference between people who succeed in their lives - day after day - and people who don't.For the first time in any book, Shad Helmstetter discloses three underlying breakthrough concepts that are foundational to successful personal and professional growth in each of us. He discovered that when the three concepts are combined, they virtually guarantee success.In an easy-to-follow program that takes the self out of self-help, Dr. Helmstetter shows the reader how to use these breakthough concepts to lose weight and improve physical fitness, increase income, build self-esteem and self-confidence, improve family and relationships, reduce stress, and become more organized and in control.Presenting the most important and up-to-date findings from the field of motivational research, Dr. Helmstetter immediately helps the reader get rid of old mental programs, find focus, set and track goals, stay motivated, and have help along the way

Who Are You Really and What Do You Want?

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Josie Bissett


Get ready for a spooky adventure with Boogie Monster, a captivating juvenile fiction book by Josie Bissett. Published in 2011 by Compendium, Incorporated, Publishing & Communications, this hardcover book has 36 pages filled with imaginative storytelling, dance, and monsters.

Award-winning children's author Josie Bissett has done it again. Her first book, "Tickle Monster," became a national sensation by getting kids and their parents to laugh, laugh, laugh. Now comes "Boogie Monster," a loveable character from Planet Boogie whose only mission is to inspire kids to dance, dance, dance.

Boogie Monster

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John D. Mimms


Get ready for an exciting journey through science fiction, action and adventure, and fantasy with "Tesla Gate" by John D. Mimms. This 2014 trade paperback is 8.5 inches long and 5.5 inches wide, with 310 pages that will transport you to another world. The book is published by Open Road Integrated Media, Inc. and is available in English.



The Tesla Gate

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Explore the profound implications of Jesus' resurrection in "24 Hours That Changed the World" by Adam Hamilton. This thought-provoking hardcover book delves into the heart of Christian theology, specifically Christology and biblical studies surrounding the Gospels and Acts. Published in 2009 by Abingdon Press, the text invites readers to consider the transformative power of faith through 133 pages of insightful reflection.

That Changed the World

24 Hours

Marie Alena Castle


This book, titled "Culture Wars: The Threat to Your Family and Your Freedom" by Marie Alena Castle, is a fascinating read for those interested in the intersection of religion, politics, and civil rights. Published by See Sharp Press in 2013, this trade paperback has 256 pages and weighs 11.8 ounces. The book is written in English and has dimensions of 9 inches in length, 6 inches in width, and 0.5 inches in height.

The Threat to Your Family and Your Freedom

Boldly stated and passionately supported, this argument against religious influence on the American government and legal system analyzes the impact that religion has on culture in the United States. The book makes the claim that many laws based on religious beliefs, specifically theology promoted in the Middle Ages, are misattributed as long-standing social values and that changing the theology itself threatens the religious institution supporting it--igniting a cultural war engulfed in fear and resulting in political dysfunction. It reveals that from sexuality to family planning and the tax system, religious doctrines permeate and direct American life without accounting for the differing views of individuals, and in response, the author provides strategies for overcoming the imposition of external religious views and demonstrates the value in standing up for a secular nation where morality is not tied to one particular religious group.

Culture Wars

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Rita Weiss

Rita Weiss shares her love of vintage knitted lace patterns in this book, which includes 50 of her most treasured designs. From scarves to tablecloths, Rita explains how pattern repeats are used to make your project any size. Whether you are a beginning lace knitter or a pro looking for a new challenge, you will be sure to find patterns you will want to try. You won't find any reference to gauge in this book, because you can work these stitches with any type of yarn or thread. Use the finest lace weight fiber for the most delicate of lace, or choose a worsted weight yarn for a completely different look. Patterns include Lace in a Cable, Crown of Glory, Bells, Fir Trees, Lace Ribbing, Vines, Dayflower, Far East Lace, and more. 50 Fabulous Knitted Lace Stitches (Leisure Arts #4529)

50 Fabulous Knitted Lace Stitches

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Maggie Weldon

This book features a collection of beautiful crochet afghan designs by Maggie Weldon. With over 112 pages of detailed instructions and stunning photos, this book is perfect for any needlework enthusiast. The book is published by Leisure Arts, Incorporated in 2007 and is available in trade paperback format.

The Best of Maggie Weldon Crochet Afghans, An assortment of 36 afghan ideas that add a splash of color and a touch of warmth to any décor are included in this diverse treasure trove.

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Steve Jeffes

Appearance Is Everything

Jenny Diski

Apology for the Woman Writing

Angela Thirkell

Wild Strawberries

Richard Blake

Conspiracies of Rome

John Houghton; Gill Tavner

In the Eye of the Storm

Wayne Erbsen

Rousing Songs and True Tales of the Civil War

Wayne Erbsen

Singing Rails

Barbara Swell

Secrets of the Great Old-Timey Cooks

Donald Moffitt

Children of the Comet

J. Robert Janes

The Hunting Ground

Diane Atkinson

The Criminal Conversation of Mrs. Norton

Saul Austerlitz

Sitcom

Nona Mock Wyman

Bamboo Women

Christine A. McMillan

Filet Crochet

American School of Needlework

The Ultimate Book of Knit Afghans

Leisure Arts

Contest Favorites Baby Afghans

Shad Helmstetter

Who Are You Really and What Do You Want?

Josie Bissett

Boogie Monster

John D. Mimms

The Tesla Gate

Adam Hamilton

24 Hours

Marie Alena Castle

Culture Wars

Rita Weiss

50 Fabulous Knitted Lace Stitches

Maggie Weldon

The Best of Maggie Weldon Crochet Afghans

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