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To Have and To Hold: A Personal Handbook for Building a Strong Marriage and Preventing Affairs
by Peggy VaughanFrom the author of The Monogamy Myth, an essential guide written specifically for married couples to strengthen their relationship and prevent affairs.Based on Peggy Vaughan's 30 years of work with married couples and the issue of affairs, this new handbook challenges the assumption that monogamy can be taken for granted, and provides the tools for building a strong marriage and preventing affairs.Explaining the need to focus on preventing affairs before there is any threat to a marriage, she draws on her survey of 755 people regarding their beliefs to present "What Won't Work" and "What Will Work" to prevent affairs.Throughout To Have and to Hold, Vaughan details specific strategies and techniques, emphasizing that:Relying on attitudes and beliefs is not sufficient to maintain a monogamous relationship over a lifetime.Focusing on actions and behaviors is far more significant to strengthen a relationship.Responsible honesty is the single most important factor in preventing affairs.Everybody (society as a whole) plays a role in supporting couples' efforts to maintain monogamy.Parents have a special responsibility to break the pattern for future generations.Four appendices present Vaughan's survey questionnaire along with detailed breakdowns of responses.
Points of Departure: Stories
by Pat MurphyWinner of the Philip K. Dick Award: Nineteen stories of power and humanity from a science fiction master with otherworldly talent In a small house in the desert, a chimp named Rachel watches Tarzan on TV. Although her body is an ape&’s, her mind is something different—a hybrid between those of a chimpanzee and a young girl. When his wife and child died, the doctor who created Rachel implanted his daughter&’s brain into that of the chimp. Rachel remembers the jungle; she remembers high school. And when her father passes away, she will embark on the adventure of a lifetime. The Nebula Award–winning novella &“Rachel in Love&” anchors this haunting collection of stories, along with nominees &“Bones&” and &“Dead Men on TV.&” Pat Murphy, whose electric imagination is a testament to how wonderful science fiction can be, writes characters who struggle with alien lovers, vegetative wives, and the burden of seeing into the future. And always, like Rachel, they search for something more: not just what it means to be human, but what it is to be alive.
A Room with a View: ( Annotated ) 100th Anniversary Collection. An Unabridged Edition
by E. M. ForsterOne of English literature&’s most inspiring love storiesLucy Honeychurch is a young woman torn between the opposing values of gray old England and vibrant Italy in this unforgettable story of romance and rebellion. On a trip to Florence with her older cousin and chaperone, Lucy becomes enchanted by a freedom unlike any she has known at home. The excitement she feels when she is with George Emerson, a fellow boarder at the Pension Bertolini, is as exhilarating as it is confusing, and their intoxicating kiss in a field of violets threatens to turn her whole world upside down. Back at Windy Corner, her family&’s Surrey estate, Lucy must finally decide if the power of passion is greater than the force of expectation.Widely recognized as one of the finest novels of the twentieth century, A Room with a View is E. M. Forster&’s most hopeful work and a truly timeless romance.This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.
Doodle Stitching One-Hour Embroidery: 135+ Cute Designs to Mix & Match in 18 Easy Projects
by Aimee RayFast and fun embroidery stitches! Sit and stitch a full project in just one hour with best-selling author Aimee Ray of Doodle Stitching fame. Mix and match motifs from 18 different projects with original embroidery designs and detailed stitch instructions. Plus, learn how to apply embroidery motifs onto premade items for your own unique and customized look. One-hour embroidery is perfect for beginners as Aimee introduces basic techniques and stitches that are simple enough for almost any age and skill level. Designs are so adorable and personalizable that all embroiderers can find something new and exciting to create! Stitch sweet and simple designs with best-selling author Aimee Ray Embroider flowers, nature, animals, planets, food, and more! Mix-and match 135+ embroidery motifs with 18 projects Finished projects make for adorable decoration and accessories or the perfect handmade gift
DIY for Witches: Make 22 Objects for Daily Magical Practice
by Marine Nina Denis Flora DenisWitches and wizards begin your magical journey! Welcome to the world of witchcraft! When you practice magic, you must surround yourself with essential objects that will accompany you in everyday life, as well as in your work and rituals. The most effective tools will be those that you take the time to lovingly craft and truly bond with, right from the start. Create 22 magical objects to make for ritual, divination, at home, and on the go. These are easy-to-make tools you’ll turn to again and again in your magic works and your rituals from magic candles and fumigation sticks to runes and oracles and much more. Start practicing witchcraft with this step-by-step introduction that lovingly introduces the craft Create 22 magical objects for ritual, divination, at home, and on the go Includes resources on pagan festivals for rituals, list of magical powers of plants, the meaning of colors, magic signs and symbols, and moon phases
Stranger Suns
by George ZebrowskiThe orbiting tachyon detector was designed by physicist Juan Obrion to identify life in other star systems, but even though he expected to find some signs of life, he certainly didn't expect to find any life on Earth. When Obrion discovers that a culture has been concealed for many years far below Antarctica, he ventures out as part of a four-man team to explore the unknown. Juan, Lena, Malachi, and Magnus are awestruck when they discover a myriad of portals to parallel lands, but the maze they fall into makes them wonder if their journey will ever come to an end.
How to Be a Successful Developer: How To Be A Successful Developer (Real Estate For Professional Practitioners: A Wiley Ser.)
by Ralph Pisani Robert PisaniIn today&’s world of investment hype and unpredictable stock market fluctuations, there is still one asset you can count on: land. Ralph Pisani and Robert Pisani were both adjunct faculty members of the Wharton School of Business, where they taught real estate development. Now, with this easy to understand and informative guide, anyone can begin to invest in the development of valuable real estate. How to Be a Successful Developer is a complete sourcebook for all your questions about how to succeed in land development, from the factors you should consider when looking at properties, to financing, zoning procedures, and much more—all in clear concise terms which anyone can understand.
The Home Bartender: 100+ Essential Cocktails for the Tequila Lover
by Editors of Cider Mill PressMake over 100 quick and easy tequila and mezcal cocktails with only four ingredients or less!From the best-selling The Home Bartender comes The Home Bartender: Mezcal & Tequila, featuring 100+ creative tequila-based cocktails. You don't need a thousand-dollar liquor cabinet to impress company at your next party! This carefully curated collection of creative and delicious drink recipes requires only four ingredients or less. This volume is dedicated solely to the magic of tequila and mezcal. With classic drinks like the margarita and paloma, and innovative concoctions inspired by the vibrant flavors of Mexico, each recipe is designed for home bartenders of all skill levels.Inside you&’ll find:Beautiful, full-color photography throughout the bookVirgin variations on most drinksSimplified classics and innovative new libationsAnd more!There's something for everyone in this cocktail book—these recipes condense the intricate and time-consuming art of cocktail-making into a process manageable for even the most time-crunched mixologist. Raise a glass to the world of agave cocktails with The Home Bartender: Mezcal & Tequila.
Royal Icing Cookies: 45+ Techniques for Stunning & Delicious Edible Art
by Morgan BeckCraft stunning sweet treats Royal icing cookie decoration is the perfect, delicious craft to take any occasion to the next level. Royal Icing Cookies has everything you need to know to make 72 delightful cookie designs, from simple and cute, to complex and stunning. With reliable and delicious cookie dough and icing recipes, you’ll always feel confident when it’s time to start decorating. Explore various piping, layering, texture, and coloring techniques to make anything, from furry pet portraits to elegant bridal motifs. Sweeten your next social gathering with cookie design sets that will make you everyone’s favorite guest! Learn 45+ techniques to decorate royal icing cookies with a professional finish, from lettering to 3D texture Cookie designs range from classic holiday and party favorites to versatile themes like florals, witches, plants, outer space, and books Dream up your own cookie sets using the inspiration and design chapter, and bake the perfect cookie every time using Morgan Beck’s tried-and-true recipe
Soul: A Modern Guide to Evolving in a Conscious Universe
by Lara van ZuydamThe primeval intelligence of the human soul and the ecosystem within which it operates have long remained secret, their deeper mysteries overlooked, obfuscated, or simply misunderstood. In Soul: A Modern Guide to Evolving in a Conscious Universe, Lara van Zuydam clarifies and democratizes key esoteric information by unpacking the concept of the human soul at a granular level and explaining how it interacts with the other spiritual layers that make up a human being. • The book comprehensively and concretely introduces the soul, from describing what it is to why it is currently housed in a human body, and explains the purpose of incarnation in a challenging world • It explains the distinction between the soul and the notion of "spirit," our connection to antiquity, and our deeper connection to the Source • It discusses how the modern fixation on angels and other benevolent beings has cultivated a skewed perception, and that penetrating the mysteries without invoking the necessary protections isn&’t always safe • The author draws on her own experiences, the philosophical landscape articulated by the ancients, and also explores some of the more abstruse concepts discussed by influential mystic Alice A. Bailey This powerful work explores, simplifies, and clarifies the fascinating concept of the soul and why it is important to develop self-awareness. Touching on deep topics such as death, reincarnation, and the nature of evil, it reaches beyond the light to explain how we can optimize our humanity on the journey toward self-actualization.
Minotaur Maze
by Robert SheckleyMinotaur Maze is Robert Sheckley&’s modern take on the myth of the Minotaur. It is a tour de force of imagination, fantasy, and creative confusion. Through brief chapters running from &“How Theseus Got His First Mintoauring Job&” to &“I Hate to Blame Daedalus for Everything,&” &“The Attack of the Self Pity Plant,&” &“Daedalus Dispenses with Causality,&” and finally, &“Falling Through the Story,&” we travel a maze as lethally complicated as the Minotaur&’s and arrive at the end breathless with wonder, surprise, and laughter. Sheckley, a master of science fiction, has been called &“a precursor to Douglas Adams&” by the New York Times.
Love Creeps: A Novel
by Amanda FilipacchiA New York love story that&’s &“part suspense comedy and part philosophical treatise on the neurosis of love&” from the author of Nude Men (Bret Easton Ellis). At thirty-two years old, Lynn Gallagher is one of the five most influential contemporary-art gallery owners in Manhattan. Too bad her face is dead. Not so, says Lynn&’s assistant, but that is how it feels when she compares it to her stalker&’s face. Alan Morton may be a plump, goofy-looking accountant, but his face glows with life when he peers at Lynn through her gallery window. The difference is that Alan wants something—her—very badly, while Lynn wants nothing at all. So she decides to stalk. The object of her obsession—French attorney Roland Dupont—is chosen at random in a Chelsea bakery. He is attractive, but it is not until he expresses his disinterest in her that Lynn begins to truly desire him. Alan, jealous of Lynn&’s newfound hobby, befriends Roland to find out what she sees in him. When Roland learns that he acquired his stalker by happenstance, he decides that he might be interested in Lynn after all. Soon all three are brazenly pursuing each other across the city—from adult education classes in the art of beading to meetings of Stalker&’s Anonymous—as they try to figure out what it is that they truly want. The advice of Ray, the homeless psychologist who observes their madcap comings and goings, is not much help at all: &“Take a break, an antidepressant. Get hold of yourselves.&” A hip and darkly humorous novel about the mysteries of romance, Love Creeps is pure Amanda Filipacchi—funny, wicked, and wise.
The Devil's Canyon
by Paul LedererOn a tortuous cattle drive, a cowboy battles weather, Comanches, and his own men The land is lush—but bare of cattle. Colonel Tremaine never expected his ranch&’s grass to come in so thick, and with his health failing, the old soldier lacks the strength to assemble the kind of herd that could take advantage of nature&’s bounty. He reaches out to Kirby McBride, an old recruit from his army days, and begs him for a favor. Once, the colonel saved Kirby&’s life. Now Kirby will save his.He sends Kirby to Mexico to collect a thousand-head herd from the drought-ravaged ranch of Don Trujillo-Lopez. Drive the cattle north, fatten them on Tremaine&’s grass, and he and the don can split the profits. But when jealousy overwhelms the drive and some of Kirby&’s own men prove treacherous, death threatens the operation. As Kirby McBride drives into Devil&’s Canyon, a fortune hangs in the balance—and so does his life.
One on One
by Mary Kay McComasIn this captivating romance, nothing is what it seemsThe last place Noah Tessler wants to be is stranded in the Nevada desert. But the Chicago diplomat is on a mission to find the woman who seduced his brother fifteen years ago . . . and the boy who is heir to the Tessler fortune. But single mom Michelin Albee is not at all what Noah expected. Neither is Gypsum, a one-horse ghost town waiting for the next revival of the Hollywood Western.The tall, broad-shouldered hunk who Mich just towed to safety is clearly a stranger to these parts. She has no idea what brought Noah here, but he has already charmed the auto mechanic who harbors secret dreams of being a champion arm wrestler. And Mich&’s teenage son has taken to Noah like he is one of them. But what happens once she discovers that the man she&’s falling for is not who he claims to be? Will she and Noah lose their chance for a future together—their chance to be a family?This ebook features an extended biography of Mary Kay McComas.
A Better Place: A Novel
by Barbara HallResentments emerge when a woman returns to her Virginia hometown after a failed quest for stardom, in &“a fine novel of manners about life in the South&” (Library Journal). In an attempt to discover why her life hasn&’t worked out the way she had hoped it would, Valerie Caldwell returns to the Southern town she left twelve years earlier to visit her old haunts and two friends from her school days, Tess and Mary Grace—much to their alarm and chagrin.
More Playful Precut Quilts: 15 New Projects with Blocks to Mix & Match
by Amanda NiederhauserMix and match precut blocks for endless quilt creations Embrace the creativity and fun of precut quilt projects that will have you quilting in a flash! If you are one of many readers who loved Playful Precut Quilts, you'll love this new collection of 15 quilt projects made with 12" blocks. Mix and match the blocks across all quilt projects and Amanda's precut quilt books! Use your treasured precut bundles for one-of-a-kind projects, or use this book as an excuse to stock up on more precuts that catch your eye (and your heart). Features all your favorite precuts, fat quarters, fat eighths, 10" squares, 5" squares, and 2.5" strips Select quilt projects have blocks set on point, opening up even more design possibilities With so many fabric options and quilts of various seasonal themes to choose from, the hardest part is deciding where to begin
Lord of the Fire Lands: A Tale Of The King's Blades (King's Blades #1)
by Dave Duncan&“Exceptional . . . Duncan can swashbuckle with the best, but his characters feel more deeply and think more clearly than most&” (Publishers Weekly). Raider and Wasp have spent five years at Ironhall studying to become Blades, expert swordsmen whose talents stand unmatched. Magic both enhances the Blades&’ fighting skills and binds them to lifelong duty. But when Raider and Wasp are selected to protect the king of Chivial himself, they refuse, an act unprecedented in the living history of the Blades. Now on the run for their &“treasonous&” act, the two gifted swordsmen must escape to the Fire Lands, where pirates, monsters, and mixed allegiances wait around every corner. As old hatreds and still‑fresh tragedies come to light, these young swashbucklers must confront both harsh truths from the past and a present swarming with their would‑be brothers at arms seeking vengeance and intending punishment. Dave Duncan&’s Lord of the Fire Lands serves as a splendid sequel and companion to his earlier book The Gilded Chain, and his later Tale of the King&’s Blades Sky of Swords. Engaging and complex, it may be enjoyed as a standalone novel or in combination with the rest of the trilogy. Either way, readers are in for a smart, thrilling adventure that cuts like a knife.
Miami Midnight
by Maggie DavisFrom the award-winning author: An enigmatic millionaire leads one unsuspecting woman into an underworld of pleasure and passion. The elegant and classy Gabriel Collier returns home from Europe to find her mother drowning her sorrows in vodka, having squandered the family fortune. Determined to repair her family&’s honor and save her mother&’s health, Gaby begins the seemingly impossible task of mending the damage. When she meets the mysterious and exotic millionaire James Santo Milion, her troubles seem to melt away. But those dark, enchanting eyes hide secrets that threaten to destroy the security Gaby has worked so hard for. When the family pet is murdered, her home is violated, and the occult show up on her doorstep, Gaby begins to suspect polo is not James&’s only hobby. Underneath the glitter of glamorous Miami resides a dark world of superstition and pleasure. As Gaby becomes engulfed in the depths of sin, her love burns ever brighter under the stars of the mysterious Miami midnight.
Hustle Sweet Love
by Maggie DavisFrom small-town streets to high-fashion runways, one model&’s life changes and love will never be the same. By the author of Diamonds and Pearls. Leaving Tulsa, Oklahoma, behind for the glamorous life of a fashionista in New York City, model Lacy Kinsgley finds herself on an adventurous journey of self‑discovery. Lacy&’s all‑American good looks and sexy fashion sense not only help her land a job at fabulous Fad Magazine, but also get her into mischief when she is mistaken for a high‑priced escort by a charismatic and powerful publishing magnate. One passionate encounter with cool‑headed Michael soon grows into something much more, as Lacy&’s life is changed in ways a small‑town girl would have never dreamed.
The Journey of Joenes
by Robert SheckleyThe Journey of Joenes, also published as Journey Beyond Tomorrow, tells the tale of a picaresque journey through an imagined future taken by a naive and innocent man unprepared for the wonders and oddities he encounters. Sheckley examines the present through the distorting lens of a future wonderfully skewed from, and yet darkly, hilariously similar to, our own world. From the very beginning of his career, Robert Sheckley was recognized by fans, reviewers, and fellow authors as a master storyteller and the wittiest satirist working in the science fiction field. Open Road is proud to republish his acclaimed body of work, with nearly thirty volumes of full-length fiction and short story collections. Rediscover, or discover for the first time, a master of science fiction who, according to the New York Times, was &“a precursor to Douglas Adams.&” &“I have always loved Robert Sheckley. . . . I don&’t know of anyone else in SF who has written quite so many classic stories . . . wittier than Pohl . . . blacker than Lenny Bruce, subtler and more bent that the Firesigns and Monty Python put together . . . The key words with Sheckley are clever, deadly cool and crazy as a bedbug.&” —Spider Robinson
The Hot Topic: What We Can Do about Global Warming
by Gabrielle Walker David KingOne of the most dynamic writers and one of the most respected scientists in the field of climate change offer the first concise guide to both the problems and the solutions of global warming. Guiding us past a blizzard of information and misinformation, Gabrielle Walker and Sir David King explain the science of warming, the most cutting-edge technological solutions from small to large, and the national and international politics that will affect our efforts. While there have been many other books about the problem of global warming, none has addressed what we can and should do about it so clearly and persuasively, with no spin, no agenda, and no exaggeration. Neither Walker nor King is an activist or politician, and theirs is not a generic green call to arms. Instead they propose specific ideas to fix a very specific problem. Most important, they offer hope: This is a serious issue, perhaps the most serious that humanity has ever faced. But we can still do something about it. And they’ll show us how.
Enter the Drones: The FAA and UAVs in America
by Bill CareyHow unmanned aerial vehicles proven in war were introduced in the US for peaceful purposesA narrative history covering the FAA's early experiences with UAVs to the present dayWhile "drones" have become controversial recently, US federal agencies have used them since the 1990s
The Monster War: A Tale of the Kings' Blades (King's Blades #2)
by Dave DuncanA new link in the tale begun in The Gilded Chain from &“one of the great unsung figures of Canadian fantasy and science fiction&” (Quill & Quire). Originally issued as a YA trilogy called the King&’s Daggers (including volumes Sir Stalwart, The Crooked House, and Silvercloak), The Monster War works equally well as a single novel. The story fills a gap in the first Blades novel, The Gilded Chain, when King Ambrose sought to shut down the evil sorcery of the Elementaries, and the sorcerers fought back by trying to kill him. The same great characters are all here: Ambrose himself, Grand Master, and Blades Durendal, Bandit, and Snake. Appearing for the first time are Sir Stalwart, the only Blade who does not bear a binding scar, and Emerald of the White Sisters, the only girl ever enrolled in Ironhall. The action wanders across Chivial from the White Sisters&’ headquarters at Oakendown, to Grandon, and into the heart of Ironhall, for the evil penetrates even there. If you missed this one the first time (and most Blades fans did), then here is your chance to join the action as the King&’s Blades ride again!
Red State Blues: Stories from Midwestern Life on the Left
by Martha BayneThis anthology shares the experiences and perspectives of Rust Belt progressives in the era of Trump. Much was made of the 2016 electoral flip when traditionally Democratic states like Michigan, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Ohio tipped the presidency to Donald Trump. Countless commentators explored this newfound constituency of blue voters who suddenly swung red. But what about those in the Midwest who remain true blue?Red State Blues speaks to the lived experience of progressives, activists, and ordinary Democrats who are pushing back against simplistic narratives of the Midwest as &“Trump Country&”—a narrative that has erased the region&’s rich history of grassroots, progressive politics. They keep that legacy alive, and as the essays in this collection demonstrate, they're not leaving anytime soon. Red State Blues is a nuanced look at the true complexity of a region that has always refused to submit to stereotypes about it. Edited by Martha Bayne, it includes work from: Sarah Kendzior, author of The View from Flyover Country Kenyon College president Sean Decatur Pittsburgh city councilman Dan Gilman Phil Christman, author of Midwest Futures And many more
Bandalism: The Rock Group Survival Guide
by Julian RidgwayBandalism [ban-d?l-i-z?m] n .: the willful or malicious destruction of, or damage to, the fabric of a rock/pop/indie group brought about by one or more of its membersAxl Rose's monumental meltdowns . . . Kurt Cobain's tragic band-slaying suicide: The long history of platinum-selling überband implosions is more dramatic than a Russian novel. But even local cover bands can suffer the ill effects of the limelight.Multi-rock-band veteran Julian Ridgway's Bandalism is a can't-miss guide to rock 'n' roll survival, offering sage advice on how to avoid the pitfalls that can doom your group. Here's how to:Find nonpsycho band membersCraft the perfect band imageChoose a name that doesn't suckAnd much more, including the handy Healthy Band Checklist, an ideal MySpace profile generator, and the Second Album Venn Diagram.