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This definitive cookbook is filled with over 80 delicious recipes that capture the spirit and flavours of Ramadan. A timeless, approachable guide to cooking and preparing Ramadan meals, designed to help families savour flavourful heritage meals without the stress, especially during the holy month. As a working mother, Ilhan understands the time constraints of modern lifestyles. Her cherished family recipes are all about nourishing food that feeds the soul as well the body. With simple, satisfying meals suited to the quiet rhythms of suhoor and iftar, as well as generous Eid spreads to share with family and friends, the recipes all use easily accessible ingredients and simplified methods, without sacrificing on flavour. By weaving flavours and techniques from various cultures, The Ramadan Kitchen celebrates the rich tapestry of Ramadan culinary traditions from around the world, making it a valuable resource for anyone who observes Ramadan as well as those who wish to understand and appreciate authentic Muslim home cooking and culture. Recipes include: Bariis Somali Aromatic Somali Rice Fuul Mudammas Stewed Fava Beans with Eggs and Feta Suqaar Diced Beef and Vegetable Sauté Bur Cardamom-Spiced Beignets Timir Cake Spiced Date Cake with Caramel Sauce Refreshing Watermelon Mocktail Contents: Introduction: The significance of Ramadan, preparing for Ramadan, meal planning, grocery tips and more Suhoor: Quick and nutrient-dense recipes for wholesome pre-dawn meals Iftar: Classic recipes to break the fast, honouring traditional dishes and time-saving techniques Mains: Comforting, hearty soups, stews and curries, with many vegetarian and vegan options Breads: Authentic flatbreads, samosas and no-knead bakes Dessert: No-bake and quick desserts plus traditional sweets with simplified methods Drinks: Hydrating beverages and refreshing smoothies Eid: Recipes for Eid al-Fitr and special occasion dishes, perfect for sharing Autorid: Ilhan Mohamed Abdi

Enjoy twelve months of the most enthusiastic and optimistic animated sponge and his friends with the official SpongeBob SquarePants™ 2026 Wall Calendar, featuring cool new art by artists from all over the world. Return to Bikini Bottom in this twelve-month calendar accompanied by stickers! Join SpongeBob and his friends in an underwater world while keeping track of your daily calendar.Features include:Fun stickers from the world of SpongeBob!12 fun art images from the show and beyond!Generous grids for adding appointments and remindersIncludes major official world holidaysOpens to 12 x 24 inches Autorid: Viacom International, Inc.

A towering achievement MERVE EMRE NYT 25 Books Coming in January A majestic cultural and environmental history that reveals how forests have made and resisted Russias many empires. From the Baltic to the Pacific, from the Arctic to the Steppes of Central Asia, Russias forests account for nearly one-fifth of the worlds wooded lands. The Oak and the Larch is the first-ever English-language exploration of this vast expanse a dazzling environmental history of Russia that offers an urgent new understanding of the nature of Russian power, and of Russias ideas of itself. Inspired by the majestic oak, which towers over the countrys western heartland, and the hardy Siberian larch, an emblem of survival in the east, award winning scholar Sophie Pinkhams magisterial account spans centuries, revealing how forests have nourished ancient Siberian Indigenous societies, defended medieval Slavic settlements from Mongol invasion and served as both an essential natural resource and a potent cultural symbol for Russia in all its incarnations, from the days of the tsars to the Soviets to Putins Federation. By examining the country from the forests perspective, Pinkham pushes far beyond the contemporary political environment in Russia. She draws on literature, history and art to connect the expanse of the Russian wilderness and the nature of Russian culture, with indelible portraits of the diverse figures who have inhabited and celebrated these forests: the legendary Indigenous guide Dersu Uzala, giants of literature like Tolstoy and Chekhov, political thinkers like Kropotkin and even Stalin. She confronts the forests role in Russias long history of imperial conquest, and in resistance to this conquest. Gorgeously written and surprising at every turn, The Oak and the Larch offers a vision of Russia rarely seen in the West, as a land defined by its wilderness, shaped by its encounters with the frontier, and much like our own ultimately beholden to natures whim. Autorid: Sophie Pinkham

This is the new definitive reference for the Roger Vivier brand, telling its story from the beginning to the present day, making it a must-have for all fashion lovers, students, and experts.Born in 1907, Roger Vivier was known and loved for the daring and lavish shoes he designed over the course of a seven-decade career. He designed iconic models such as the pilgrim shoes worn by Catherine Deneuve in 1967 for Luis Bunuel’s Belle de Jour, the virgule heel, and the rectangular chrome buckle.The designer closed his business before he passed away in 1998, but the brand’s revival started in 2003 with the acquisition by the owner of Tod’s, Diego della Valle, who has steadily taken Roger Vivier from being a Parisian heritage shoemaker to a luxury shoe and accessory label with international reach.With the appointment of Gherardo Felloni as creative director of the Maison in March 2018, Roger Vivier continues its tradition of visionary design and exceptional style. Felloni studied the vast archives, taking in the codes of the fashion house while at the same time creating something totally new and contemporary, not just through the shoes and accessories he designs, but also through theatrical event concepts.In addition to the past and current history of the Maison, the book also features contributions and testimonies from various well-known personalities working in the most diverse fields, from the world of cinema to architecture, from art to jewellery. This book will be the new reference book for the Roger Vivier brand, telling its story from the beginning to the present day, making it a must-have for all fashion lovers, students, and experts. It contains materials from the archives up to the recent collections. Autorid: Elizabeth Semmelhack

Dive into the fascinating world of animal behaviour! This exciting book takes young readers on a journey through the animal kingdom from how animals communicate and interact with each other to the incredible ways they adapt to their environment. Discover how scientists are uncovering the secrets of animal behaviour and learning what makes each species unique. Cool, graphic-style, fun illustrations intermix with jaw-dropping facts, Tomorrows World showcases science like never before as something that can change the world Autorid: Jill Russo, Ester Szepvologyl

"Captive State: Louisiana and the Making of Mass Incarceration is a book adaptation of the groundbreaking exhibition at the Historic New Orleans Collection which ran from July 2024 to February 2025. The book presents a chronological narrative, beginning with the founding of Louisiana, explaining how, over the course of more than 300 years, the state has come to be recognized as the incarceration capital of the world. The book augments this narrative by highlighting some of the exhibition's key objects, data visualizations, and profiles of Louisianians impacted by the interrelated systems of slavery and incarceration over the course of the state's history. More than a memoir of the exhibition, the book will serve as a source document that can be used by advocates, reformers, and educators alike"-- Provided by publisher. For decades, Louisiana has had the highest incarceration rate in the United States. If it were a country, it would have the second-highest incarceration rate in the world. Far from a modern phenomenon, this distinction is rooted in more than three centuries of history—roots that extend out from the principal city of New Orleans, once the epicenter of the American slave trade, to the agricultural fields of the Louisiana State Prison, commonly known as Angola. In its examination of the state’s long march toward confining more of its citizens than almost anywhere on earth, Captive State: Louisiana and the Making of Mass Incarceration arrives at an irrefutable truth: that the institutions of slavery and mass incarceration are historically linked. Adapted from the groundbreaking exhibition of the same name, Captive State traces the evolution of laws and customs that created this carceral system and that, by design, have disproportionately harmed Black Louisianians. Captive State accentuates this narrative with profiles of people impacted by these systems, spotlights on key historical objects, and insightful data visualizations. As the human and financial costs continue to mount, this book details the choices that led us here--and asks whether Louisiana is fated to remain captive to its history.Captive State is supported by a grant from Borealis Philanthropy’s Spark Justice Fund. Distributed for the Historic New Orleans Collection Autorid: Eric Seiferth, Nick Weldon, Katherine Jolliff Dunn, Kevin T. Harrell

A History of Christian Psalmody traces history of Christian psalm-singing during the church's first five centuries. It describes the formats, melodic character, and uses of psalmody in a wide range of settings, including personal and domestic devotion, church liturgy, monastic life, and public ecclesial events such as processions. In A History of Christian Psalmody, Charles H. Cosgrove traces the history of Christian psalm-singing during the church's first five centuries. It describes the nature and development of psalmody in a wide range of settings, including personal and domestic devotion, daily cathedral rituals, annual feasts such as Christmas and Easter, the ascetic practices of city Christians and desert monks, and public events of the church such as martyr parades, episcopal processions, and even protest psalmody in the streets against hostile emperors. It also explains how psalms were performed, including topics such as solo and responsorial singing, antiphony, the earliest choirs, and the melodic character of ancient psalmody. A final chapter describes ancient Christian beliefs about the benefits and pleasures of psalm-singing. Written accessibly for both scholars and general readers interested in ancient Christian music, the book offers the most comprehensive account of its subject to date. Autorid: Charles H. Cosgrove

"In The People vs. the Golden State Killer, Thien Ho, Sacramento District Attorney, recounts the exhilarating and harrowing pursuit of Joseph DeAngelo, a former police officer known by many names: the Visalia Ransacker, the East Area Rapist, the OriginalNight Stalker, and finally, the Golden State Killer. For over a decade, DeAngelo terrorized California communities. Then, for more than thirty years, he vanished-until a team led by Ho used a groundbreaking tool known as investigative genetic genealogy to uncover his identity and secure a life sentence. Unlike previous accounts that focused mainly on the killer, Ho centers the survivors and the law-enforcement teams who refused to give up their pursuit of the most prolific serial predator in California history. The book features hundreds of never-before-revealed details as well as the authorized voices of many of DeAngelo's courageous survivors who transformed their trauma into activism. A portion of the book's proceeds will benefit Phyllis's Garden, a victims' rights nonprofit founded in honor of a Golden State Killer survivor. Ho also shares his own remarkable story: A Vietnamese refugee who arrived in America not knowing a word of English, he rose through the ranks to become one of just ten Asian American district attorneys out of 2,400 nationwide. With legal authority and deep emotional sensitivity, The People vs. the Golden State Killer is a powerful testament to justice, survival, and the people who make both possible"-- Provided by publisher. "Sacramento DA Thien Ho is a tenacious prosecutor who played a crucial role in putting the Golden State Killer in prison for life. The People vs. the Golden State Killer is a riveting behind-the-scenes account about the investigation, capture, and prosecution of Joseph DeAngelo." —Paul Holes, bestselling author of UnmaskedIn The People vs. the Golden State Killer, Thien Ho, the current District Attorney of Sacramento, recounts his harrowing and exhilarating experience as the lead prosecutor responsible for capturing and prosecuting Joseph DeAngelo. Referred to at various times by law enforcement and the media as the Visalia Ransacker, the East Bay Rapist, the Original Nightstalker, and finally the Golden State Killer, DeAngelo, a former policeman, is widely considered “one of the most notorious serial predators in American history.”Ho’s book is the first official account of how the Golden State Killer was apprehended and put behind bars for life. Ho led an elite team of law enforcement from six California prosecutor's offices, using a newly developed tool known as “investigative genetic genealogy” to connect DeAngelo to multiple cold cases stretching back nearly a half century.Many previous narratives about DeAngelo, including two bestselling books and multiple documentaries, focused largely on the killer and his heinous crimes. This book not only provides hundreds of facts and details never revealed to the public about the Golden State Killer’s crimes, it also presents the real-life story of the people who worked tirelessly to bring DeAngelo to justice. It also offers the unprecedented authorized perspective of three survivors of DeAngelo's crimes who courageously turned their pain into empowerment and activism. A portion of the book’s proceeds will be donated both by the author and Third State Books to Phyllis’s Garden, a nonprofit advocating for victims’ rights begun in honor of a GSK survivor.The People vs. the Golden State Killer also recounts Ho’s fascinating personal journey, from escaping communist Vietnam with his family as a child to working his way up from an internship to an elite homicide division and eventually becoming one of only ten Asian American district attorneys out of 2,400 nationwide. Autorid: Thien Ho

Richard D. Wolff masterfully explains why Karl Marxs analysis of class struggle is fundamental to a proper understanding of capitalism and explores how to build a more sustainable democratic society. Class struggle is everywhere, and it influences everything and everyone in our society. Marx is the person who first explained this struggle systematically. For Marx, capitalism signified not the end of history, but rather the latest phase of human development that leads ordinary people to rid themselves of all the muck of ages and become fitted to found society anew." Marxs theories are deeply prescient and relevant in our efforts to understand and cope with the crises of our time. Every day, we see more evidence that the capitalist system is both undermining itself and those whose labor it depends on, as Marx predicted. Understanding Marxism is an essential resource for looking at the power and usefulness of Marxs criticism of the capitalist economic systemand how we can move beyond it to a truly sustainable and democratic society based on workers self-management. Autorid: Richard D. Wolff

"The book is a highly personal and readable account of a profound change in the author's outlook: one that grew gradually over the course of decades but has lately blossomed..." The Wall Street Journal Millions are like me when it comes to religion: well-educated and successful people for whom religion has been irrelevant, Charles Murray writes. For them, I think I have a story worth telling. Taking Religion Seriously is Murrays autobiographical account of the decades-long evolution in his stance toward the idea of God in general and Christianity in particular. He argues that religion is something that can be approached as an intellectual exercise. His account moves from the improbable physics of the Big Bang to recent discoveries about the nature of consciousness, from evolutionary psychology to hypotheses about a universal Moral Law. His exploration of Christianity delves into the authorship of the Gospels, the reliability of biblical texts, and the scholarship surrounding the resurrection story. Murray, the author of Coming Apart and coauthor of The Bell Curve, does not write as an expert. He acknowledges that those taking religion seriously for the first time, like himself, must grapple with topics and ideas that defy intellectual mastery. In this book, Murray offers his personal example of intellectual struggle toward religion. Maybe God needs a way to reach overeducated agnostics and thats what I stumbled into, he writes. Its a more arid process than divine revelation but it has been rewarding. And, if youre like me, its the only game in town. Autorid: Charles Murray

“Doyens of the Italian detective story, Fruttero and Lucentini, offer a perfect blend of the comedy of manners and the macabre; in short, very Mediterranean mysteries.” Tim Parks, author of Hotel Milano and Italian LifeIn an exclusive resort on the Tuscan coast, the wealthy elite gather at their luxurious second homes for Christmas. Amid this frosty holiday idyll, a husband and wife vanish from their heavily guarded villa, and the body of Count Delaude, a dubious aristocrat, washes up on the shore, battered to death.The ensemble cast brims with intrigue: The count, a sponger and a sham had arrived under cover of dark with a beautiful young woman scheming to be a top model. Two comedians seclude themselves as they try to overcome a writing block. One depressive, Signor Monforti, a retired academic, tries to woo a beautiful divorcee, while another, a woman this time, prepares to leave her husband. Two elderly spinsters and their Filipina maid are aghast at the awful predictions of their Tarot pack. With the local police floundering, it falls to Monforti to unravel the mystery, triumphing as an amateur detective.“A sophisticated thriller--consistently funny. These are superbly deadpan observers of humanity.” Literary ReviewThe Lover of No Fixed Abode in the same series was selected by Tracy Chevalier for the WSJ as first among the five best books on Venice: "...distinctive, eccentric, seductive." John Powers on NPR's Fresh Air with Terry Gross – calls Lover of No Fixed Abode his favorite mystery novel of the year. Autorid: Carlo Fruttero

Whether you want to visit the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, cruise along the Turquoise Coast, or go hot-air ballooning in Cappadocia, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Turkey are here to help! Fodor’s Essential Turkey guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.Fodor’s “Essential” guides have been named by Booklist as the Best Travel Guide Series of 2020!Fodor’s Essential Turkey travel guide includes:AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and doMULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your timeMORE THAN 36 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidentlyCOLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and morePHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “What to Eat and Drink,” “What to Buy,” “10 Best Beaches in Turkey,” and moreTRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and moneyHISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, art, religion, architecture, cuisine, wine, geography, and moreSPECIAL FEATURES on ”Turkey Through the Ages,” “Topkapi: Showplace of the Sultans,” and “Shopping in Istanbul” LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gemsA TURKISH LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrasesUP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Istanbul, the Sea of Marmara, Ephesus, Izmir, Bodrum, towns along the Turquoise Coast, Cappadocia, towns along the Black Sea Coast, and more Planning on visiting other fascinating countries? Check out Fodor’s Essential Greece, Fodor’s Essential Spain, Fodor’s Essential France, Fodor’s Essential Israel, and Fodor’s Essential Morocco. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition.ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us! Autorid: Fodor's Travel Guides

"In the lyrical novel Circling Toward Nightfall Jeremiah Coombs, its narrator, may be the only man on earth who has two fathers. After being told by Billy Coombs, his father, that he had no mother, Jeremiah's paternal grandmother discloses that her name was Bernadette who died in childbirth even though Jeremiah vividly recalls her in his early life. A neighbor, "Ichabod" Ernest Tyner, begins to play an increasing role in his life. Ichabod reveals that Bernadette was a Sisters of Conscience nun who gave birth to the boy on the banks of the Ohio River and then drowned herself. When how he was conceived is revealed, a patricidal urge propels Jeremiah to seek vengeance. It is at this juncture that the novel's truth shows itself. With characters that flow in and out of it, the novel is an enigma"-- AWARD–WINNING AUTHOR OF HUSH NOW, DON’T EXPLAIN • 2014 USA BEST BOOK AWARD LITERARY FICTION FINALIST • Dennis Must explores the boundaries of reality and myth in his final book in a series, CIRCLING TOWARD NIGHTFALLCircling Toward Nightfall is a lyrical rendering of the myth of blood and duality, an attempt to reconcile the body and innermost self in a search for origins. Jeremiah Coombs, its narrator, may be the only man on earth who has two fathers. Autorid: Dennis Must

Rails 7.2 completely redefined what it means to produce fantastic user experiences and provides a way to achieve all the benefits of single-page applications - a fraction of the complexity. Rails 7.2 integrated the Hotwire frameworks of Stimulus and Turbo directly as the new defaults, together with that hot newness of import maps. The result is a toolkit so powerful that it allows a single individual to create modern applications upon which they can build a competitive business. The way it used to be. Ruby on Rails helps you produce high-quality, beautiful-looking web applications quickly - you concentrate on creating the application, and Rails takes care of the details. Rails 7.2 brings many improvements, and this edition is updated to cover the new features and changes in best practices. We start with a step-by-step walkthrough of building a real application, and in-depth chapters look at the built-in Rails features. Follow along with an extended tutorial as you write a web-based store application. Eliminate tedious configuration and housekeeping, seamlessly incorporate JavaScript, send and receive emails, manage background jobs with ActiveJob, and build real-time features using WebSockets and ActionCable. Test your applications as you write them using the built-in unit, integration, and system testing frameworks, internationalize your applications, and deploy your applications easily and securely. Rails 1.0 was released in December 2005. This book was there from the start, and didn't just evolve alongside Rails, it evolved with Rails. It has been developed in consultation with the Rails core team. In fact, Rails itself is tested against the code in this book. What You Need: All you need is a Windows, Mac OS X, or Linux machine to do development on. This book will take you through the steps to install Rails and its dependencies. If you aren't familiar with the Ruby programming language, this book contains a chapter that covers the basics necessary to understand the material in the book. Autorid: Sam Ruby, Dave Thomas

Explore The Struggle Between Expression and Suppression with Virginia WoolfPart of the Contested Classics series, this special edition of Virginia Woolf's Mrs. Dalloway offers readers a unique opportunity to explore one of the 20th century's most captivating and contested novels. Published in 1925, Woolf's masterful narrative takes us through a single day in the life of Clarissa Dalloway, a high-society woman in post-World War I England, weaving a tapestry of thoughts, memories, and encounters.With in-text annotations this edition identifies and explores which sections are reasons for this book being banned:Exploration of Mental Health: Mrs. Dalloway boldly delves into the complexities of mental health and post-traumatic stress disorder, especially in its portrayal of the character Septimus Warren Smith, a war veteran. This frank treatment of mental illness was pioneering for its time but has led to challenges in more conservative settings.Feminist Undertones: The novel is celebrated for its early feminist undertones, examining the roles and expectations of women in society. However, these themes have also sparked debate, particularly in more traditional communities.Suicidal Ideation: The depiction of suicidal thoughts and the eventual suicide of a character has been a point of controversy, raising concerns about its appropriateness for young readers.Stream-of-Consciousness Style: Woolf's innovative narrative technique, while acclaimed, has also been critiqued for its complexity and perceived difficulty, leading some to challenge its inclusion in educational curricula.In this edition of Mrs. Dalloway readers are invited not only to experience Woolf's groundbreaking work but also to understand the controversies and discussions it has inspired over the years. This book is a must-read for those interested in literature that continues to challenge and provoke thought long after its publication. Autorid: Virginia Woolf

The story’ s main character awakens to find himself trapped in the body of Brave Hearts’ strongest and most hated character, Harold Stokes! As he navigates this new world, desperately struggling to avoid the death flags that lead to his doom, he receives a surprise visit from Erika, his recently announced fiancee. But why has she come? The story’s main character awakens to find himself trapped in the body of Brave Hearts’ strongest and most hated character, Harold Stokes! As he navigates this new world, desperately struggling to avoid the death flags that lead to his doom, he receives a surprise visit from Erika, his recently announced fiancee. But why has she come? Autorid: Mitsuya Otosu, Izumi, Atiki

100 quick, flavourful recipes using accessible ingredients and timesaving cooking methods, making it easy to create delicious meals without spending hours in the kitchen. Bestselling author Kyndra Holley returns with a fresh twist in her latest cookbook, SIMPLY DELICIOUS, where she steps away from diet-focused recipes to showcase her culinary creativity. In this book, Kyndra tackles one of the most common kitchen challenges - TIME - making it easier than ever to prepare flavourful meals without hours of effort. Staying true to her signature style of using accessible, nutrient-dense ingredients, Kyndra demonstrates how to transform these into quick, mouth-watering dishes that taste like you've been in the kitchen all day. With an array of time-saving cooking methods - such as air fryers, slow cookers, sheet pans, one-pot dishes, and recipes with five ingredients or less - Kyndra proves that delicious doesn't have to mean time-consuming. Sample Recipes: Blackened Chicken and Roasted Vegetables. Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon with Caper Dill Hollandaise. Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Lemon Cream Sauce. SIMPLY DELICIOUS is complete with tips on food budgeting and saving money, meal prep and planning, structuring your cooking day, and repurposing leftovers, with weekly meal plans to bring it all together with ease. Additional tools like allergen indexes and tips for each cooking method ensure you'll get the most out of every recipe. Autorid: Kyndra Holley

This majestic collection of black-and-white photographs captures the worlds great glaciers as both ancient monuments and fragile frontiers in the age of climate change. In this arresting visual study, Sebastiao Salgado brings together 65 duotone photographs from his epic project Genesis, offering a visual survey of some of the planets most remote and ice-bound regions. From the ice fields of Patagonia and the peaks of the Himalayas to the vast shelves of Antarctica and the volcanic flanks of Kamchatka, these images record the forms, textures, and scale of glacial landscapes around the world. Shot in Salgados large-format, black-and-white style, the photographs emphasize the physical presence of iceits ridges, fractures, density, and drift. Light and shadow reveal the structural complexity of each scene, from massive crevasses to the delicate patterns of wind-swept snow. An essay by climate scientist Elisa Palazzi examines the science of glacier formation, transformation, and decline. Pairing meticulous sequencing with refined design and premium duotone printing, the book offers a focused and enduring portrait of the worlds glaciers at a critical moment in their history. Autorid: Léila Wanick Salgado, Elisa Palazzi

Draw 200 super-cute characters in super-simple steps with best-selling author Yishan Li. Choose from a bumper collection of amazingly cute kawaii drawings, from adorable animals to friendly fruit! Grab your pencils and get busy sketching this bumper collection of 200 super-cute, fun and friendly drawings! Perfect for beginners and children, this book is designed to be simple to follow, for quick, impressive results. Choose from 200 projects, including super-sweet chibis, adorable animals and friendly fruit and vegetables, each bursting with character and charm! Each step-by-step project is developed in eight easy stages, starting with a rough sketch of the basic shapes and building up gradually to the finished, colored drawing. This book uses material from the following books by Yishan Li, published by Search Press: How to Draw: Cute Kawaii: 978-1-78221-946-0, 2021 How to Draw: Manga Animals: 978-1-78221-343-7, 2016 How to Draw: Manga Chibis: 978-1-78221-344-4, 2016 Draw 100 Manga: 978-1-80092-114-6, 2023 Autorid: Yishan Li

Discover bold and brilliant raffia embroidery with popular fashion designer Tihara Smith (@tiharasmith). Create 10 vibrant, contemporary, Caribbean-inspired designs ranging from colourful hoop embroideries and striking wall hangings, to a simple bag, zipped pouch and cushion, all embroidered with vibrant designs! Mouth-wateringly colourful and gorgeously tactile, Tiharas striking raffia embroidery designs are inspired by her Caribbean heritage and will bring a burst of sunshine into your home. Using raffia ribbon and natural raffia fabric, Tihara takes you through her unique process to create bold and beautiful embroideries that are perfect beginner-friendly projects: All the tools and materials are clearly set out so you know exactly where to begin. The simple stitches are explained step by step, along with practical know-how for working with raffia ribbon and raffia fabric, making this suitable for crafters of all abilities. Full-size templates are included, so you can get started straight away. Choose from 10 stunning projects, ranging from colourful hoop embroideries and striking wall hangings, to making your own simple bag, zipped pouch and cushion, all embroidered with vibrant designs including flowers, foliage and wildlife. Raffia embroidery can also be applied to a variety of clothing, accessories and home decor. Tihara shows you in easy steps how to embellish an existing denim jacket and straw hat to give them a new, modern flair that's personal to you. Join Tihara on a journey of discovery into the history of raffia craft, discover its place in her family's Windrush story, and bring some Caribbean joy into your home with her vibrant, eye-catching designs! See more of Tihara's designs: @tiharasmith and www.tiharasmith.com Autorid: Tihara Smith

Learn how to stitch 20 gorgeous gingham embroidery designs with best-selling author, Carolyn Forster. Discover simple stitches and stunning designs for the perfect on-the-go embroidery project. Chicken scratch embroidery (known also as Amish embroidery, Broderie Suisse, Depression Lace, Hoover Lace, Snowflake Embroidery, Australian Cross Stitch and Tenerife Lace) is an easy-to-learn technique that involves embroidering a handful of stitches on to a gingham surface to create stunning motifs with a lace-like appearance. The size and colour of the squares can influence the look and scale of the motif, as well as your chosen thread colours, and the result can range from beautifully simple to exquisitely complex embroidery designs. The 20 gorgeous embroidery patterns in this book are suitable for all skill levels, and include: easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions all the necessary stitch charts ideas for items on to which you embroider your chicken scratch motifs, including bags, clothes, bunting garlands, table sets and more. For budding chicken-scratch designers, a to-scale gingham template is printed at the back of the book to scan and print, so you can draw up your own motifs. ** This is the latest title in the iconic All-New 20 To Make series, which has sold 150k copies since its launch in 2022. Autorid: Carolyn Forster

Add the perfect finishing touch to your handmade or shop-bought knitwear: use simple embroidery techniques to create tactile, contemporary and completely unique results. Discover a stunning collection of over 25 embroidery motifs from popular Norwegian designer Diana Loug (@gollestrikk). Knit stitches make a uniform, textured base that is ideal for embroidery. The final effect is a beautiful, raised design that combines the detail and charm of embroidery with the soft, tactile feel of knitting. This high-end effect is fun and simple to achieve. Following an essential chapter that covers the core embroidery stitches step by step, Diana guides you through over 25 gorgeous designs to embroider onto your knitwear, along with tips on which types of yarn are most suitable, and advice on getting the best results. From graphic shapes like crosses, squares and hearts, to awe-inspiring florals and fruit, there are designs for everyone use the full-size embroidery diagrams and positioning illustrations, along with the colour and stitch guides, to ensure you get the best results. There's advice on playing with colours, too, if you're looking to adapt the designs for a bolder look, or to achieve a more muted, calmer palette. The designs are perfect for mending and repairs: embroider onto tired knitted garments and accessories to not only extend their lifespan but to make them completely unique. Whether youre looking to sustainably reinvigorate something old or embroider something completely new, this stunning book will help you bring your knitwear to life with contemporary colour and style. This is a translation of the Norwegian title Broderi på Strikk, by popular designer Diana Loug. Autorid: Diana Loug

Unlock practical self-care strategies to boost your well-being and embrace a balanced life. Embrace the power of self-care with this empowering pocket guide that blends science-backed insights and practical tips to help you nurture your mind, body, and soul. From creating daily rituals to managing stress and boosting mental clarity, this book offers essential strategies for cultivating a balanced and fulfilling life.Perfect for wellness enthusiasts and those seeking balance in a busy world, this guide is packed with actionable advice, inspiring affirmations, and fascinating facts about the benefits of self-care. Whether you're embarking on a personal growth journey or searching for the perfect gift to inspire a loved one, The Pocket Self Care is your ultimate companion to feeling and living your best. Gemini PocketsFrom little guides to soothe your soul to all-access passes to the lives of pop icons, and from quizzes and puzzles for literature lovers to books on food, nature, fashion, and more, Gemini Pockets are the perfect fit for your life and interests. Autorid: Gemini Books

This pocket-sized guide to the night sky is your compact companion to the wonders above. Learn to spot constellations, identify whether a shining dot is a star or a planet and understand the changing phases of the Moon. With no telescope required, this little guide makes stargazing accessible wherever you are. Discover when to look for dazzling celestial events from supermoons and comets to the aurora borealis and the guiding light of the North Star. With clear explanations of what can be seen in both the northern and southern hemispheres, along with an invitin introduction to the vast subject of astronomy, this book will ensure you never miss the magic of the night sky again. Gemini Pockets From little guides to soothe your soul to all-access passes to the lives of pop icons, and from quizzes and puzzles for literature lovers to books on food, nature, fashion, and more, Gemini Pockets are the perfect fit for your life and interests. Autorid: Gemini Books

Learn house to create a calming indoor environment with this beginner's guide to houseplants.Do you want to liven up your indoor space, but have no idea where to start? Are you looking to improve your productivity, reduce your stress, or even improve your health? If you anwsered yes to any of the above, then this is the book for you. Houseplants have been proven to not only improve the aesthetics of any space, but also offer physical and mental health benefits. From the fussy Bonsai Tree to the almost indestructable Snake Plant, The Pocket Houseplants profiles the benefits and needs of the most popular choices of foliage, whilst also sprinkling in some triva and history along the way! So whether you're a complete newbie or already have a green thumb, this guide is guarenteed to turn you into a proud plant parent!Gemini PocketsFrom little guides to soothe your soul to all-access passes to the lives of pop icons, and from quizzes and puzzles for literature lovers to books on food, nature, fashion and more, Gemini Pockets are the perfect fit for your life and interests. Autorid: Gemini Books

From M. O. Yuksel, author of In My Mosque and Ramadan Kareem, comes the first picture book biography of astronomer and mathematician Ulugh Beg. Meet Ulugh Beg a little prince from the Timurid Empire, with a BIG sense of curiosity. Discover how he explored the world around him and grew up to become an astronomer, scientist, mathematician and much more! He wanted to find out How many days are in a year? How many stars are in the sky? Why do the seasons change? Fueled by his deep faith, Ulugh Begs quest for knowledge led to the creation of schools, a large observatory and star catalogue and innovative tools to better understand the stars and the universe around us. Although some doubted him, he never stopped searching for answers. And because of his determination, our understanding of the world has changed forever. With lyrical text by award-winning author M. O. Yuksel and captivating illustrations by Zelma Firdauzia, this portrait of a trailblazing Muslim astronomer reminds us just how far curiosity can take us. Praise for In My Mosque Alys illustrations echo the warmth of Yuksels text, depicting loving, happy communities, rich in diversity of all sorts. Booklist This marvelous, welcoming book on mosques, Muslims, and Islam is a must. School Library Journal, Starred Review This personable, sensory love letter to a range of childrens mosque experiences will engage new learners and resonate with those already familiar. Publishers Weekly, Starred Review Joyful characters describe what happens in simple, poetic language. (] Alys bright illustrations pair well with Yuksels words, ending with a beautiful spread of children staring at readers, waving and extending their hands. Kirkus Autorid: M. O. Yuksel, Zelma Firdauzia

With rich illustrations, Mary and the Gardener brings to life the Easter story, told through the eyes of the first person the risen Jesus appeared to: Mary Magdalene. Inviting readers to celebrate Jesus's love, this book reminds us all that Easter marks a new start for Mary--and for everyone. "Mary was the first to see him. She would be the first to share the good news too!"When Mary Magdalene went to visit the tomb where Jesus had been buried, she found it empty. Although angels told her Jesus had risen, Mary feared someone had taken his body away. She stayed in the garden to weep, and through her tears, she saw a man--the gardener, she assumed.With rich illustrations, Mary and the Gardener brings to life the Easter story, told through the eyes of the first person the risen Jesus appeared to: Mary Magdalene. Inviting readers to celebrate Jesus's love, this book reminds us all that Easter marks a new start for Mary--and for everyone. Experience the Easter story through Mary Magdalene’s eyes, the first person the risen Jesus appeared to, in a book that invites readers to celebrate Jesus’ love and reminds us that Easter marks a new start for Mary and everyone. Illustrations. Autorid: Paul Kerensa, Leanne Daphne

Celebrate the Easter story with hundreds of things to find and count!Following Jesus from Palm Sunday through his ascension, this colorful collection of Easter stories invites young children to celebrate Jesus' life after death. This look-and-find book is sure to engage readers with its lively scenes and more than 600 items to find, from sleeping disciples in the Garden of Gethsemane to flopping fish in the Sea of Galilee. Following Jesus from Palm Sunday through his ascension, this colorful look-and-find book invites young children to celebrate Jesus' life after death with more than 600 items to find, from sleeping disciples in the Garden of Gethsemane to flopping fish in the Sea of Galilee. Kids are invited to celebrate the Easter story, following Jesus from Palm Sunday through his ascension, in a look-and-find book with more than 600 hidden objects across scenes, including sleeping disciples in the Garden of Gethsemane and flopping fish in the Sea of Galilee. Illustrations. Autorid: Megan Higgins

In this thrilling sequel series to Mechanical Buddy Universe, humans and machines unite to protect their chosen families!The mercenary android and her adopted son. The young sniper and her AI partner. The retired soldier and her trusty weapon. The mechanized heiress and her loyal maid. These four pairs may have each found peace after the Great War ended, but threats continue to lurk around every corner… Autorid: Takuji Kato

From the Oscar-nominated filmmaker comes a complex and sweeping historical novel about Henry Ford — the Elon Musk of his day, in more ways than one — and his attempt to rule not only an automotive empire but the rambunctious city of Detroit. It is an epic tale ranging from the 1920s through the second World War, featuring violent labor disputes, misbegotten jungle expeditions, a tragic race riot, and the gestapo tactics of Ford’s private army . . .Already the gateway for illegal Canadian liquor during Prohibition, the Motor City becomes a crucible for America class conflict during the Great Depression, an army of laid off Ford workers drifting into the ranks of the burgeoning union movement — Henry Ford's worst nightmare. To keep the hundreds of thousands still employed by him in thrall, the man who was formerly 'America's favorite tycoon' recruits black laborers migrating from the deep South to serve as 'strike insurance', and gives Harry Bennett, pugnacious as he is diminutive, free reign over the legion of barroom brawlers and ex-cons who make up the company’s 'Security Department'.The Model T mogul has also bought a sizable chunk of Brazil's Amazonian rainforest, vowing to grow his own rubber for tires, but stubbornly refusing to include a botanist in his troop of would-be jungle tamers. As a series of biological plagues descend on the Fordlandia plantation, the racial melting pot he has created in Detroit begins to boil over, and not even the Sage of Dearborn can control the forces that have been unleashed.The novel's cast — Ford workers black and white and their families, young radicals, cynical newsmen, gangsters, Brazilian rubber tappers, cameos from boxer Joe Louis and muralist Diego Rivera — create the tapestry of differing points of view that John Sayles has become famous for, the events portrayed fundamental to the country we live in today. Autorid: John Sayles

'A world-class writer' Hamid Ismailov, author of The Railway'A stunning novel, mesmeric, revelatory, singular' Sara Baume, author of Seven SteeplesOn the eve of his wedding, young Alyoshka pines for an earlier love. Ilne chose to leave the nomadic Nenets community seven years before, moving to the city and taking his heart with her. Under increasing pressure to marry, Alyoshka struggles against the ancient Nenets customs of home and family, unwilling to give up his hope for another life.Meanwhile, other painful transitions shake the foundations of the small camp. Deep in grief, Ilne's father Petko feels he has no role left to play in the community, while Vanu strikes out on a difficult journey to try to soothe his troubled friends.Deep in northern Siberia, minor human tragedies play out against the cold expanse of the tundra. With bursts of lyricism and a Chekhovian eye for human frailty, Anna Nerkagi crafts a multi-voiced drama of lost love and the clash between youthful dreams and the complex ties of home. Autorid: Anna Nerkagi, Irina Sadovina

LOOK INSIDE THE JEWELRY BOXAn episode in the life of Shoko Tanimoto and her students in the science club at Okayama Junior High School. The saga of how Vincent sold Richard out to Jeffrey during his tenure as shop assistant in Hong Kong. Dispatches from Seigi, Richard, and Haruyoshi's everyday life, the tale of Richard and Jeffrey's stint at a Swiss boarding school, and a drama-filled date with destiny seen through Jeffrey’s eyes—find all these and more in this sparkling collection of short stories about the Jeweler Richard cast! Autorid: Nanako Tsujimura, Utako Yukihiro

BERSERK OF...DESTINY?At long last, the party arrives at Hausen, where Fate and the others are welcomed by Set, a childhood friend, and witness a remarkable recovery! The team thought they could collect information on Myne settings and have a chance to catch their collective breath, but then Libra appears before Snow, the true potential of the Gluttony skill is revealed, and a young boy’s destiny is set into motion! Autorid: Isshiki Ichika, Daisuke Takino

Ten-year-old Abby McAdams excitedly awaits her eleventh birthday, the end of elementary school, and her first period, navigating life's changes with humor and heart. In the second book of this satisfying young middle-grade series, Abby McAdams has to deal with a lack of privacy, the onset of puberty, and all the other problems that can come with being a preteen!Abby McAdams knows that BIG things are heading her way.Her eleventh birthday. Fifth-grade graduation. The end of elementary school! There's also the end-of-year overnight camping trip, and she can't wait to practice her science skills. Additionally, Abby suspects she’s probably going to get her period any day now. But after a few false alarms, she's not quite so sure. Can Abby navigate new emotions, friendship dynamics, and her changing body—all while figuring out what kind of person she wants to be? With plenty of humor and heart, this is an encouraging story of self-discovery, transformations, and forging your own path. Autorid: Megan E. Bryant

An inspiring and practical guide to give you the confidence to draw like you.Drawing helps you see. The more you draw, the more you look, and the more your world opens up.Many of us feel we can't draw even though as children we drew unselfconsciously. Artist Sam Marshall believes we are all inherently creative and through her book she invites you into a welcoming workshop where you will develop techniques to help you maintain a regular drawing practice. This is not a 'how to draw' book but an encouraging project guide that will support you to sketch and be creative in your own way.The book starts with a series of warm-up exercises and then leads into a set of challenges divided into chapters that increase in complexity from drawing at home and in green spaces to drawing from paintings. It concludes with a series of more advanced exercises including collage as a means of drawing and working on larger imaginative pieces.Sam suggests the use of a variety of materials including coloured pencils, felt tips, inks and marker pens. For each exercise she presents her own drawings and observations as well as those from a select group of her students to show that everyone's mark making is unique.This is an inspirational guide that will change the way you think and feel about drawing. It will help you to discover the joy of drawing in a sketchbook as a way of looking, reflecting and relaxing. An inspiring and practical guide to give you the confidence to draw like you. Autorid: Sam Marshall

Dramatic coastline, charming villages, unforgettable history, and distinct local culture: See a different side of France with Moon Normandy & Brittany. Inside you'll find: - Flexible itineraries for 1 to 5 days in Normandy and Brittany that can be combined into a 2-week trip, plus suggestions for easy side trips - Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Hike the dramatic chalk cliffs of Étretat or stroll the gardens that inspired Monet's Water Lilies. Cycle the rolling hills and endless backroads to small villages and sip cider with locals at a Celtic Festoù-noz. Pay your respects at the D-Day beaches and monuments and learn about the largest military landing in history. Admire the spectacular monastery rising above the tidal plains of Mont Saint Michel or travel back in time as you gaze at the Bayeux Tapestry, one of the most fascinating artifacts in Northern Europe - The best regional cuisine: Sample creamy cheeses in Normandy, indulge in Breton galettes and cider, and enjoy fresh seafood in Saint-Malo - Local advice from British expat and local expert Chris Newens - Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout - Background information on the landscape, history, and cultural customs of each region, plus a handy French phrasebook Experience the best of Normandy and Brittany with Moon. Exploring more of France? Try Moon Provence & the French Riviera or Moon Paris Walks. About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell-and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media. Autorid: Chris Newens

Does woodworking intimidate you? It’s okay if it does, you’re not alone. But the world of woodworking has been waiting for you, and this book is ready to welcome you in with open arms.It’s time to let go of the fear, cut through the jargon, and start making things. Written by a self-taught female woodworker, and aimed at absolute beginners, you’ll find all the skills and encouragement you need within these pages. From learning about tools and techniques to tips and tricks, along with detailed step-by-step projects, this book is bursting with all the knowledge you need to begin your woodworking journey.In this book you’ll learn:All about power tools and hand tools, how to use them and which ones you actually need.How and where to buy wood and the essentials of cutting, sanding and joining.Everything you need to know about staining, painting and protecting wood.How to install hardware for hanging projects on the wall.How to cut circles and shapes to add a new dimension to your projects.Tips on how to create your own workshop in a small space, including dust management.The design process and how to discover your inner creative.How to make 20 projects step-by-step, as well as suggestions on how to adapt the projects to create your own unique designs.But this is more than just a manual - it’s an invitation to tap into your creativity, explore new possibilities and discover the joy of bringing something to life with your hands. Whether you’re here to learn the basics, or dreaming of something more ambitious, this book provides you with the skills and encouragement you need to thrive. With this trusty book by your side, you’ll gain the skills, confidence and expertise you need to explore new possibilities, express your individual style, and become the woodworker of your dreams.Buy this book today to start fearing less and making more! Enter the world of woodworking with this inspiring beginner's guide. Written by a self-taught female woodworker, this book offers an engaging introduction to the craft of woodworking. From learning about tools and techniques to detailed step-by-step projects, it covers all the essentials to get you started on your woodworking adventure. Autorid: Annabelle June Buckland

From moonlit wishes to candlelit charms, love begins with a little magic. Packed with folkloric rituals, historical love spells and romantic divinations, this magical guide reveals the weird, wonderful and time-tested ways people have tried to attract love throughout history. Perfect for anyone longing to add a little magic to their romantic life. Discover: Love spells Blow on a dandelion to make a wish or spin an iynx (spinner) to stir up passion. Plant-based power Wear thyme to become irresistible or turn a bluebell inside out to test your crushs feelings. Household divination Drop egg whites into water to see your future lover or place pins in a candle to draw them in. Everyday enchantments Use card oracles, poppet magic and signs and omens to guide your heart. Whether youre love-lorn, love-curious or just love folklore, Bring Me Love is your perfect companion in the quest for true romance. Autorid: Icy Sedgwick

Master your emotions and learn to be happy through 50 science-backed and highly accessible strategies from The Anger Professor Dr Ryan Martin.The Anger Professor Dr Ryan Martin shares easy research-driven hacks to help you manage your emotions and improve your day-to-day life. His goal is to show that small changes to lifestyle, diet, sleep and ways of thinking will create real and beneficial changes in the way you experience fear, sadness, anger, happiness and the other emotions. This step-by-step guide to great emotional management will enable you to:Understand the science of emotions - to enable you to hack them.Interpret emotions as signals that guide behaviour and decision-making.Learn how emotions develop in stages - 1. the stimulus; 2. your pre-existing mood; 3. your appraisal; 4. feelings; 5. actions - so you can intervene.Manage other people's emotions.Deploy 50 easy and effective emotion hacks that will enable you to deal with any challenging situation, eg Identify Your Patterns, Avoid Catastrophizing, Pay Attention to Self-directed "Shoulds", Refocus Positively - and many more!Rooted in psychological research and everyday experience, How to Feel Better Fast will enable you to work with the science of happiness. It's all about establishing healthy emotional habits: small changes that will lead to seismic changes in your state of mind. Autorid: Ryan Martin

Designed for empaths, highly sensitive people, and anyone on a healing journey, this inclusive oracle deck presents a trauma-informed approach to shadow work and reclaiming your inner power through understanding archetypes, universal codes, and energy work. Empaths, intuitives, and highly sensitive people are invited on this healing journey of self-love and empowerment. The 53 cards of the deck encompass the full spectrum of the life and possible paths of the empath, including the archetypes they may embody along with their shadow sides. Miyuki skillfully distills the essence of complex concepts into powerful messages that honor the sensitivity and different abilities of readers. Her compassionate, trauma-informed language is neurodivergent- and disability-friendly, supportive of people at any stage in their healing journey to ground, find their power, and expand their gifts. Magical, intricately detailed art takes you to another realm, ushering in an expansion of consciousness and reconnection with the Divine. The five suits of the deck reflect the four elements, the archetypes and shadows of the empath, and the patterns, cosmic laws and forces at play in the universe. Autorid: Miyuki Rose

A haunting yet darkly humorous exploration of a world teetering on the edge of collapse.With stories that pulse with both the familiar and the uncanny, O'Neil’s characters struggle to survive in a reality rife with violence, climate catastrophe, and the crushing weight of modern life. From the threat of police brutality to the absurdity of predatory healthcare, his sharp observations of societal decay leave a lasting impact. Yet, in the midst of the turmoil, his signature wit emerges—offering moments of levity that deepen the poignancy of the human condition. Blending short stories, poetry, and micro-fiction, O'Neil’s stream-of-consciousness style and inventive sentence structures draw the reader into a mesmerizing rhythm, making this collection as thought-provoking as it is unforgettable. Fans of his previous work A Creature Wanting Form will find a continuation of his unique voice, while new readers will be captivated by his unflinching portrayal of survival in a world gone awry. Autorid: Luke O'Neil

A timely and urgent argument for preserving the work that connects us in the age of automation"A compelling case for valuing care as a societal good and as skilled labor."—The NationWith the rapid development of artificial intelligence and labor-saving technologies like self-checkouts and automated factories, the future of work has never been more uncertain, and even jobs requiring high levels of human interaction are no longer safe. The Last Human Job explores the human connections that underlie our work, arguing that what people do for each other in these settings is valuable and worth preserving.Drawing on in-depth interviews and observations with people in a broad range of professions—from physicians, teachers, and coaches to chaplains, therapists, caregivers, and hairdressers—Allison Pugh develops the concept of “connective labor,” a kind of work that relies on empathy, the spontaneity of human contact, and a mutual recognition of each other’s humanity. The threats to connective labor are not only those posed by advances in AI or apps; Pugh demonstrates how profit-driven campaigns imposing industrial logic shrink the time for workers to connect, enforce new priorities of data and metrics, and introduce standardized practices that hinder our ability to truly see each other. She concludes with profiles of organizations where connective labor thrives, offering practical steps for building a social architecture that works.Vividly illustrating how connective labor enriches the lives of individuals and binds our communities together, The Last Human Job is a compelling argument for us to recognize, value, and protect humane work in an increasingly automated and disconnected world. Autorid: Allison Pugh, Allison Pugh