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Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Michigan

How We Became a Gourmet Nation

One day we woke up and realized that our “macaroni” had become “pasta,” that our Wonder Bread had been replaced by organic whole wheat, that sushi was fast food, and that our tomatoes were heirlooms. How did all this happen, and who made it happen? The United States of Arugula is the rollicking, revealing chronicle of how gourmet eating in America went from obscure to pervasive, thanks to the contributions of some outsized, opinionated iconoclasts who couldn’t abide the status quo. Vanity Fair writer David Kamp chronicles this amazing transformation, from the overcooked vegetables and scary gelatin salads of yore to our current heyday of free-range chickens, extra-virgin olive oil, Iron Chef, Whole Foods, Starbucks, and that breed of human known as the “foodie.” In deft fashion, Kamp conjures up vivid images of the “Big Three,” the lodestars who led us out of this culinary wilderness: James Beard, the hulking, bald, flamboyant Oregonian who made the case for American cookery; Julia Child, the towering, warbling giantess who demystified French cuisine for Americans; and Craig Claiborne, the melancholy, sexually confused Mississippian who all but invented food journalism at the New York Times. The story continues onward with candid, provocative commentary from the food figures who prospered in the Big Three’s wake: Alice Waters and Jeremiah Tower of Berkeley’s Chez Panisse, Wolfgang Puck and his L.A. acolytes, the visionary chefs we know by one name (Emeril, Daniel, Mario, Jean-Georges), the “Williams” in Williams-Sonoma, the “Niman” in Niman Ranch, both Dean and DeLuca, and many others. A rich, frequently uproarious stew of culinary innovation, flavor revelations, balsamic pretensions, taste-making luminaries, food politics, and kitchen confidences, The United States of Arugula is the remarkable history of the cultural success story of our era.

The United States of Arugula

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Tim McGraw

Martin Huxley

The popular country star journeys behind the scenes in the making of his latest album, following the entire process from the initial songwriting to the recording to the performances on tour.

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Texas

This Is Ours

Book describes production of the album with Tim McGraw and his touring band, the Dancehall Doctors.

Tim McGraw and the Dancehall Doctors

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Brian Kramer

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

New York

Presents a behind-the-scenes look at the popular decorating program, providing profiles of the cast, decorating tips, and an episode guide.

Trading Spaces Behind the Scenes

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Cavan Scott

Mark Wright

Alabama

The Official Miscellany

The official miscellany, celebrating 50 years of "Doctor Who," a cult favorite around the world and the longest-running science fiction television show of all time.

Who-Ology

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Alyssa Mastromonaco

Lauren Oyler

Connecticut

And Other Questions You Should Have Answers to When You Work in the White House

If your funny older sister were the former deputy chief of staff to President Barack Obama, her behind-the-scenes political memoir would look something like this. WHO THOUGHT THIS WAS A GOOD IDEA? is an intimate and admiring portrait of a president, a candid book of advice for young women, and a promising debut from a savvy political star.

Who Thought This Was a Good Idea?

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Missouri

Jeff Kinney

Delaware

How Greg Heffley Went Hollywood

Presents a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the motion picture "Diary of a Wimpy Kid," offering script pages, storyboard sketches, costume designs, and original art.

The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary

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Pablo Hidalgo

Illinois

Explore the characters, Droids(tm), aliens, and creatures of the latest chapter in the Star Wars(tm) saga in this definitive guide to Star Wars: The Force Awakens(tm).

Written by Lucasfilm insider Pablo Hidalgo, Star Wars: The Force Awakens The Visual Dictionary offers an inside look into the film; and pop culture website i09 says the book "gives fascinating insight into the world behind the movie."

Named a Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) Quick Pick for Reluctant Young Adult Readers, the book's beautiful photography and authoritative text will also appeal to adult fans.

Learn the names and explanations behind all the details of costumes, weapons, and accessories and discover the dark origins of Kylo Ren. Including three exclusive, specially-commissioned cutaway models produced by Industrial Light & Magic model maker John Goodson, Star Wars: The Force Awakens The Visual Dictionary is the perfect addition to any fan's bookshelf.

© & TM 2016 LUCASFILM LTD. Used Under Authorization.

Star Wars: the Force Awakens the Visual Dictionary

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Virginia

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Pennsylvania

Hallmark Books, 2014

Happy Accidents : The Story Behind Blue Jeans, Potato Chips, Penicillin, & 186 More Chance Discoveries That Changed the World

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California

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Jonathan Karl

The Final Act of the Trump Show

***THE INSTANT New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and IndieBound BESTSELLER*** An NPR Book of the Day Picking up where the New York Times bestselling Front Row at the Trump Show left off, this is the explosive look at the aftermath of the election—and the events that followed Donald Trump’s leaving the White House—from ABC News' chief Washington correspondent. Nobody is in a better position to tell the story of the shocking final chapter of the Trump show than Jonathan Karl. As the reporter who has known Donald Trump longer than any other White House correspondent, Karl told the story of Trump’s rise in the New York Times bestseller Front Row at the Trump Show. Now he tells the story of Trump’s downfall, complete with riveting behind-the-scenes accounts of some of the darkest days in the history of the American presidency and packed with original reporting and on-the-record interviews with central figures in this drama who are telling their stories for the first time. This is a definitive account of what was really going on during the final weeks and months of the Trump presidency and what it means for the future of the Republican Party, by a reporter who was there for it all. He has been taunted, praised, and vilified by Donald Trump, and now Jonathan Karl finds himself in a singular position to deliver the truth.

Betrayal

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Stefan Petrucha

Ryan Buell

My Journey into the Unknown

Ryan Buell, star of the hit A&E series Paranormal State, takes us behind the scenes of his most intense supernatural encounters. Follow Ryan Buell on his extraordinary journey as he seeks out the truth behind terrifying demonic disturbances, hauntings, and paranormal phenomena to solve unexplained mysteries that have been plaguing frightened families who have nowhere else to turn. In Paranormal State, Buell gives readers a chilling, in-depth look at some of the most disturbing cases—including some that have never been aired—revealing startling new facts and incredible new discoveries. Buell relives the origins of the Paranormal Research Society—discussed here for the first time—and the strange path his life has taken since the show's beginning. With unparalleled candor, Ryan discusses the intriguing mysteries, the difficult decisions, and the struggles with questions of faith, sanity, and the very concept of reality.

Paranormal State

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Florida

Maryland

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An Unauthorized His Dark Materials Discussion

The World of The Golden Compass

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North Carolina

Matt Hurwitz

Alex Gansa

An American soldier presumed killed in Iraq returns home eight years after disappearing. This is the premise of the award-winning and highly addictive Homeland. Known for its heart-pumping plot and phenomenal acting, Homeland has garnered fabulous reviews and legions of devoted fans. This richly visual book unpacks the complex show, delving into favorite characters, plot lines, and behind-the-scenes detail, while also examining how real-world technology and techniques inspire and inform Homeland. Hundreds of photos capturing the intense onscreen action complement veteran writer Matt Hurwitz's narrative as he weaves in and out of the past three seasons using interviews with the creators, cast, and crew. An engrossing read in a deluxe hardcover package, Homeland Revealed is the ultimate gift for any fans of the series.

Homeland TM & © 2014 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Artwork © 2014 Showtime Networks, Inc. A CBS Company. All Rights Reserved.

Homeland Revealed

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