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THEM!: A Story in Five Parts
by Gwen CooperWhen an invading swarm of six-legged intruders takes over a peaceful Jersey City brownstone, there's no one to turn to except two scrappy feline warriors in the battle against . . . THEM! Gwen Cooper and her husband, Laurence, had no idea how bad an onslaught of clothes moths could get until they had to start throwing away cherished sweaters by the sackful. Their secret weapon against the stubborn six-legged pests are Clayton "the tripod" and his litter-mate Fanny—two strictly indoor black cats eager, at long last, to test their predatory prowess. But as casualties mount, and the moths meet the cats' superior size and skill with their own overwhelming numbers, the question remains: Can two never-say-die furry soldiers ever win the war against THEM? The latest entry in the continuing Curl Up with a Cat Tale series—true-life cat stories by Gwen Cooper, New York Times bestselling author of the smash-hit Homer's Odyssey: A Fearless Feline Tale—"THEM!" is a hilarious, high-octane adventure tale you won't want to miss!
The Menendez Murders, Updated Edition: The Shocking Untold Story of the Menendez Family and the Killings that Stunned the Nation
by Robert RandDiscover the definitive book on the Menendez case—and the disquieting true story behind Netflix&’s Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story. A successful entertainment executive making $2 million a year. His former beauty queen wife. Their two sons on the fast track to success. But it was all a façade. The Menendez saga has captivated the American public since 1989. The killing of José and Kitty Menendez on a quiet Sunday evening in Beverly Hills didn&’t make the cover of People magazine until the arrest of their sons seven months later, when the case developed an intense cult following. By the time the first Menendez trial began in July 1993, the public was convinced that Lyle and Erik were a pair of greedy rich kids who had killed loving, devoted parents. The real story remained buried beneath years of dark secrets. A culmination of more than 30 years of journalist Robert Rand&’s relentless reporting, this updated edition of The Menendez Murders shares these intimate, breakthrough findings, including a deeply disturbing history of child abuse and sexual molestation in the Menendez family going back generations, as well as exclusive new revelations linking the 1980s boy band Menudo and the Menendez family, a first-hand account of the emotional reunion between Erik and Lyle Menendez, and surprising insights into how the Menendez brothers remain resilient and live with purpose despite a life sentence without parole. Rand has followed the Menendez murders from the beginning and is the only reporter who covered the original investigation as well as both trials. With a unique vantage and unparalleled access to the Menendez family and their history, including interviews with both brothers before and after their arrest, Rand has uncovered extraordinary details that would certainly have changed the fate of the brothers&’ first-degree murder conviction in 1996. Today, his discoveries give the brothers new hope for reopening the case.
Smart Pop Preview 2012: Standalone Essays on the Hunger Games, Robert B. Parker's Spenser, George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire, Ender's Game, and More
by Ace Atkins Linda Antonsson Elio M GarciaGet a sneak peak at Smart Pop's 2012 titles with this preview volume of standalone essays. Volume includes: "Songs Spenser Taught Me" – Ace Atkins From In Pursuit of Spenser: Mystery Writers on Robert B. Parker and the Creation of an American Hero, edited by Otto Penzler "The Palace of Love, The Palace of Sorrow" – Linda Antonsson and Elio M. García, Jr. From Beyond the Wall: Exploring George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire, From A Game of Thrones to A Dance with Dragons, edited by James Lowder "Mapping Panem" – V. Arrow From The Panem Companion: An Unofficial Guide to Suzanne Collins' Hunger Games, From Mellark Bakery to Mockingjays "Winning and Losing in Ender's Game" – Hilari Bell From Ender's World: Fresh Perspectives on the SF Classic Ender's Game, edited by Orson Scott Card PLUS bonus chapters from two upcoming BenBella Books titles: "Baleheads Begin" – Harrison Cheung and Nicola Pittam From Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman "The Right Hand of Vengeance" – Claudia Christian with Morgan Grant Buchanan From Babylon Confidential: A Memoir of Love, Sex, and Addiction
Leading the Charge: Paid to Think
by David GoldsmithWhat lessons can be learned from historical leaders' successes? How has management actually hindered the modern-day leader? Do you know how your personal aspirations and concerns are sabotaging your professional successes? Leading the Charge contains eye-opening revelations that will put you in control, marry private and public aspects of your personality, and deliver a higher quality of life than you could ever imagine.
The Unofficial Mad Men Cookbook: Inside the Kitchens, Bars, and Restaurants of Mad Men
by Judy Gelman Peter ZheutlinUNOFFICIAL AND UNAUTHORIZED Dine like Draper and Drink like Sterling with More Than 70 Recipes from the Kitchens, Bars, and Restaurants Seen on Mad Men Ever wish you could mix an Old Fashioned just the way Don Draper likes it? Or prepare Oysters Rockefeller and a martini the way they did fifty years ago at one of Roger Sterling's favorite haunts, The Grand Central Oyster Bar? Ever wonder how Joan Harris manages to prepare a perfect crown roast in her tiny apartment kitchen? Or about the connection between Jackie Kennedy's 1962 White House tour and Betty Draper's Valentine's Day room service order? The Unofficial Mad Men Cookbook serves up more than 70 recipes to satisfy a Mad Men appetite! From the tables of Manhattan's most legendary restaurants and bars to the Drapers' Around the World dinner, this book is your entrée to the culinary world of Man Men-era New York. Packed with period detail, The Unofficial Mad Men Cookbook provides invaluable historical and cultural context for the food and drink featured in the show, tips on throwing a successful '60s cocktail party, and even a guide to favored Mad Men hangouts. Every recipe inside is authentic to the time. Whether you're planning a Mad Men-themed dinner party, need to mix up some authentic Mad Men cocktails, or just can't get enough of the show itself, this is your essential resource, a guide to all foods and drinks Mad Men. So hang up your coat, pour yourself a cocktail, and get ready to dine like Draper and drink like Sterling with The Unofficial Mad Men Cookbook. Includes a color photo insert of 16 dishes, plus additional black and white photos and other images of bars, restaurants, and food advertisements from the 1960s. RECIPES INCLUDE: * Playboy Whiskey Sour * Sardi's Steak Tartar * Connie's Waldorf Salad * Sal's Spaghetti and Meatballs * Pat Nixon's Date Nut Bread * Lindy's Cherry Cheesecake
The Secret Language of Cells: What Biological Conversations Tell Us About the Brain-Body Connection, the Future of Medicine, and Life Itself
by Jon LieffYour cells are talking about you. Right now, both your inner and outer worlds are abuzz with chatter among living cells of every possible kind—from those in your body and brain to those in the environment around you. From electrical alerts to chemical codes, the greatest secret of modern biology, hiding in plain sight, is that all of life's activity boils down to one thing: conversation. While cells are commonly considered the building block of living things, it is actually the communication between cells that brings us to life, controlling our bodies and brains, determining whether we are healthy or sick, and directly influencing how we think, feel, and behave. In The Secret Language of Cells, doctor and neuroscientist Jon Lieff lets us listen in on these conversations, and reveals their significance for everything from mental health to cancer. He explains the surprising science of how very different cells—bacteria and brain cells, blood cells and viruses—all speak the same language. This overarching principle has been long overlooked because scientific journals use impenetrable jargon that makes it hard to be understood across disciplines, much less by the general public. Lieff presents a fascinating and accessible look into cellular communication science—a groundbreaking and comprehensive exploration of this biological phenomenon. In these pages, discover the intriguing lives of cells as they ask questions, get answers, give feedback, gather information, call for each other, and make complex decisions. During infections, immune T-cells tell brain cells that we should "feel sick" and lie down. Cancer cells warn their community about immune and microbe attacks. Gut cells talk with microbes to determine which are friends and which are enemies, and microbes talk with each other and with much more complicated human cells in ways that determine which medicines work and which will fail. With applications for immunity, chronic pain, weight loss, depression, cancer treatment, and virtually every aspect of health and biology, cellular communication is revolutionizing our understanding not just of disease, but of life itself. The Secret Language of Cells is required reading for anyone interested in following the conversation.
Screw the Valley: Boulder Edition
by Timothy SprinkleIt's time to put the Valley in your rearview mirror. Destination: New Startup America. Next stop: Boulder. In this companion eBook to Screw the Valley, Timothy Sprinkle highlights Boulder, one of seven cities that offers superior landscapes for tech startups. With brand new, city-specific content, an excerpt from Screw the Valley, and a compilation of the dynamic assets and support available to local startup founders and tech advocates, Screw the Valley: Boulder Edition gives readers a glimpse into the startup potential of this city by the mountains and the unique resources it has to offer. Bright ideas are not geographically limited, and innovation is happening every day in cities all over the country. It's time to think outside the box when it comes to startup location. It's time to say Screw the Valley.
The 6 Types of Working Genius: A Better Way to Understand Your Gifts, Your Frustrations, and Your Team
by Patrick M. LencioniNew York Times best-selling author Patrick Lencioni unveils a truly groundbreaking new model that will change the way we think about work and teams forever. The 6 Types of Working Genius is the fastest way to help people identify the type of work that brings them joy and energy, and avoid work that leads to frustration and burnout. Beyond the personal discovery and instant relief that Working Genius provides, the model also gives teams a remarkably simple and practical framework for tapping into one another&’s natural gifts, which increases productivity and reduces unnecessary judgment. In classic Lencioni fashion, Pat brings his model to life in a page-turning fable that is as relatable as it is compelling. He tells the story of Bull Brooks, an entrepreneur, husband, and father who sets out to solve his own frustration at work and stumbles into a new way of thinking that changes the way he sees his work, his team, and even his marriage. What sets this book—and the model behind it—apart from other tools and assessments is the speed at which it can be understood and applied, and the relevance it has to every kind of work in life, from running a company to launching a product to managing a family. In addition to this book, Lencioni and the Table Group have created a 10-minute assessment that helps individuals quickly identify their gifts and apply this model to themselves and their teams. Join the hundreds of thousands of people who have already discovered their Working Genius, and experience the transformation in your work, your team, and your life. Learn more about the Working Genius at WorkingGenius.com.
The Science and Technology of Growing Young, Updated Edition: An Insider's Guide to the Breakthroughs that Will Dramatically Extend Our Lifespan . . . and What You Can Do Right Now
by Sergey YoungWall Street Journal, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestseller 2021 Nautilus Book Award Silver Medal Winner - Aging Consciously Category The prospect of living to 200 years old isn&’t science fiction anymore. A leader in the emerging field of longevity offers his perspective on what cutting-edge breakthroughs are on the horizon, as well as the practical steps we can take now to live healthily to 100 and beyond. In The Science and Technology of Growing Young, industry investor and insider Sergey Young demystifies the longevity landscape, cutting through the hype and showing readers what they can do now to live better for longer, and offering a look into the exciting possibilities that await us. By viewing aging as a condition that can be cured, we can dramatically revolutionize the field of longevity and make it accessible for everyone. Join Sergey as he gathers insights from world-leading health entrepreneurs, scientists, doctors, and inventors, providing a comprehensive look into the future of longevity in two horizons: The Near Horizon of Longevity identifies the technological developments that will allow us to live to 150—some of which are already in use—from AI-based diagnostics to gene editing and organ regeneration. The Far Horizon of Longevity offers a tour of the future of age reversal, and the exciting technologies that will allow us to live healthily to 200, from Internet of Bodies to digital avatars to AI-brain integration. In a bonus chapter, Sergey also showcases 10 longevity choices that we already know and can easily implement to live to 100, distilling the science behind diet, exercise, sleep, mental health, and our environments into attainable habits and lifestyle hacks that anyone can adopt to vastly improve their lives and workplaces. Combining practical advice with an incredible overview of the brave new world to come, The Science and Technology of Growing Young redefines what it means to be human and to grow young.
Stop Waiting for Perfect: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Your Power
by L'Oreal Thompson PaytonFeatured in Good Housekeeping as one of 14 powerful books to read for Juneteenth You have Big Dreams for living a Big Life, but you have one Big Problem—you don&’t trust yourself. Learn how to let go of that self-doubt and change your life. You are smart, brilliant, and beyond talented, but if you&’re a woman, particularly a Black woman or woman of color, you&’re likely prone to doubting yourself. What&’s more, society often reinforces the idea that you—that we—don&’t deserve the success we do achieve. But that couldn&’t be further from the truth. You just need to believe in yourself and trust your own greatness. Award-winning journalist, motivational speaker, and blogger L&’Oreal Thompson Payton is a self-professed success junkie and poster girl for &“overly&” ambitious high achievers everywhere. She also knows firsthand how imposter syndrome and self-doubt can derail your dreams. She&’s experienced the growing pains that come with big career and life changes. But she&’s also come out the other side ready to kick ass, take names, and bring everyone she possibly can along with her. In Stop Waiting for Perfect, she&’s doing just that: using that hard-won insight to be your guide, your big sister, your best friend, and personal cheerleader to help you through your own journey. She&’s penned the pocket-sized pep talk to walk with you through any obstacle in your career or personal life. This book will force you to stop playing small and encourage you to fully step into your power and walk in your purpose. It will awaken the dreams you buried deep within your soul long ago because you thought they were impossible, unattainable—available to other people, but not you. Until now. Learning to trust your dopeness isn&’t a one-time achievement to unlock; it&’s a lifelong journey. No matter where you are in your life, it&’s time to stop doubting and start living your best life.
American Reckoning: Inside Trump's Trial—and My Own
by Jonathan AlterA vivid eyewitness account of the historic first criminal trial of a president and a cri de coeur for democracy from a New York Times bestselling author and presidential historian.As one of a handful of journalists allowed in the courtroom, for 23 days Jonathan Alter sat just feet away from the most dangerous threat to democracy in American history, watching the spectacle of the century: the felony trial of Donald Trump. Highly publicized but untelevised and thus largely hidden from public view, this landmark trial offered hope of real justice amid a grueling eight-year national ordeal and foreshadowed the drama of the 2024 presidential election. Alter shares everything he witnessed—from eviscerating takes on the colorful characters to the chilling legal ups and downs—to offer a barbed account of the trial and its aftermath, including fresh reporting about the historic events of the summer of 2024. A Zelig of journalism experiencing a crisis of faith in the good sense of the American people, Alter chronicles the shaping of his political consciousness and his bracing, unpredictable relationships with Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter, Bill and Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama, John McCain, and Joe Biden, whose decision to stand down in favor of former prosecutor Kamala Harris put the criminal trial front and center as Americans rendered their own verdict at the polls. Deeply personal and passionate, American Reckoning is an eye-opening book from a journalist with a front row seat on history, offering a troubled yet hopeful look at our national moment of truth.
Plant-Based on a Budget Quick & Easy: 100 Fast, Healthy, Meal-Prep, Freezer-Friendly, and One-Pot Vegan Recipes
by Toni OkamotoPopular budget-conscious and plant-based chef Toni Okamoto is back to make mealtime delicious, affordable, and easier than ever—with 100 vegan recipes for meal prep, one-pot and one-pan meals, make-ahead dishes, sheet pan suppers, and more. When we&’re crunched for time, cooking something healthy and tasty often falls off our to-do lists. But with a little planning (and some smart recipes), eating well can fit into even the busiest day. In this follow-up to her bestselling Plant-Based on a Budget, Toni Okamoto turns her attention to recipes that save you time and energy in the kitchen—and, of course, save you money, too! In Plant-Based on a Budget Quick & Easy, Toni shares creative ways to cut down on active kitchen time without having to invest in a ton of expensive equipment or resort to pricey premade foods. If meal prep isn&’t your jam, never fear; Toni offers so much more. Chapters focus on time-saving strategies like make-ahead breakfasts, one-pot or one-pan dishes, sheet pan makes and casseroles, 30-minute mains, and even simple snacks and desserts. Many recipes can be made oil-free, and Toni offers plenty of adaptations for your pressure cooker and air fryer. You&’ll find dishes such as: Freezer-Friendly Pancakes and Waffles Spinach Alfredo Tater Tot Casserole Veggie-Packed Potato Leek Soup Sheet Pan Ratatouille Udon Noodles with Peanut Sauce Mini Pizza Bagels Chocolate Peanut Butter Bark As the saying goes, time is money—and Plant-Based on a Budget Quick & Easy will save you both.
Bite-Sized Parenting: The Essential Guide to What Matters Most, from Sleeping and Feeding to Development and Play, in an Illustrated Month-by-Month Format
by Sharon MazelThe most essential, evidence-based advice for baby&’s first year in an easily digestible and full-color illustrated format designed for today&’s busy parents Congratulations! You have a new baby. But what you don&’t have is a lot of time to comb through the overwhelming amount of information on caring for that baby. In Bite-Sized Parenting, Sharon Mazel, one of America&’s most trusted parenting experts, presents the latest, most practical science-backed advice that new moms and dads need most, without judgment and in an engaging visual format. Bite-Sized Parenting is designed to make parenting in the first year less complicated and stressful. Its month-by-month format and full-color illustrated infographics—nearly 100 in all—are filled with expert medical, behavioral, nutritional, and developmental details aimed at empowering parents to care for their little ones with calm and confidence. Strapped for time? Spend a few minutes with the bite-sized overviews for targeted advice, tips, and strategies you can use right away. Want to dig deeper and learn more? Read the &“A Closer Look&” sections for an in-depth dive, with more nuance, guidance, and background on each must-know topic. Each month, readers will learn: Your baby &“by the numbers&”: expected ranges for your baby&’s sleep times, feeding amounts, weight gain, and more Age- and stage-appropriate guidance on feeding and eating, naps and night-time sleep, baby care and playing, and more How to tackle common first-year challenges, including soothing a crying baby, recognizing hunger and sleep cues, teething and spitting up, starting solids and gagging, feeding and sleeping challenges, stranger anxiety, and more Expert advice for tummy time, reaching motor milestones like rolling over, sitting, and crawling, stimulating baby&’s brain, boosting language development, and more Support for how you may be feeling in your baby&’s first year—with reassurance that you&’re not alone The perfect gift (for yourself or someone else), Bite-Sized Parenting offers the key information new parents need, with warmth, support, and encouragement.
REO Boom: How to Manage, List, and Cash in on Bank-Owned Properties: An Insiders' Guide for Real Estate Agents
by Tim Shah Aram ShahImagine having a proven how-to manual for cashing in on the next big wave to hit the real estate industry. That next wave is REOs—real estate owned, or bank-owned, properties that have been repossessed through foreclosure—and REO Boom is that guide. Aram and Tim know REOs. They have over 7 years of REO experience, have closed more than 2,000 REO transactions, and have consistently earned over $5 million a year in commission income. Now, they want to show you how to take advantage of the coming REO waves and make millions. In REO Boom, the Shahs present a comprehensive guide to making bank from the REO market, preparing you to break into the REO market and presenting a proven formula for success that's indispensable for even REO-savvy agents. REO Boom includes: A proven 90-day action plan for getting started Insider secrets on what asset managers are really looking for Step-by-step guides that walk you through the entire REO process Tricks for completing a perfect BPO to guarantee you listings PLUS: Learn how to fund your business by using other vendors' money, and get the Ultimate REO Bank List FREE. The secrets in this book have helped thousands of real estate agents across the country break into and perfect the bank-owned listing game. Are you ready to cash in on the REO boom?
Loki's Book of Magic and Mischief: Tricks and Deceptions from the Prince of Illusions
by Robb Pearlman Marvel ComicsLearn magic from the God of Mischief! Everyone loves magic! Especially Marvel Comics&’ Loki, who&’s mastery of magic makes him one of the most dangerous—and beloved—antiheroes in all of The Nine Realms. And now, for the first time ever, Loki shares the secrets behind performing 35 tricks! Filled with classic Marvel comic book art and full-color photographs that illustrate easy-to-learn step-by-step instructions, readers of all ages will learn ways to amaze their friends, impress their family, and trick their goody two-shoes brother. And with guest appearances by other Marvel magic-wielders, including Doctor Strange, Wong, and The Scarlet Witch, Loki&’s Book of Magic and Mischief offers something for every magic and Marvel fan!
Happy Mind, Happy Life: The New Science of Mental Well-Being
by Rangan ChatterjeeThe science is clear: Happiness plays a vital role in your health. Learn how to make it a priority. During his 20 years as a GP, Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, author of the international bestseller Feel Better in 5, has seen first-hand that motivation isn&’t always enough for us to maintain a healthy lifestyle. It&’s only when we learn how to support our own mental wellbeing and cultivate core happiness that these choices become easy. In Happy Mind, Happy Life, Dr. Chatterjee shares cutting-edge insights into the science of happiness and reveals 10 simple ways to put you back in control of your health. It features real-life case studies and more than 20 practical exercises, including lessons on how to: Find your flow Create distance from your phone Deal with criticism Whether you are at a crisis point or simply want to experience more joy, this book will help you feel calmer, more confident, and able to live your life to the full. Your body and mind will thank you.
Flip-Flops and Fortunes: Buy Your Life Back Through Real Estate Investing and Passive Income Strategies
by Brady JohnsWall Street Journal Bestseller In Flip-Flops and Fortunes, Brady Johns will teach you everything you need to know about real estate investing and passive income strategies! Fast track your way to financial independence today! The world has enough cutthroat, hypercompetitive, and exhausted millionaires. You can gain that fortune without all that toil by making your money work for you. In Flip-Flops and Fortunes Brady Johns shows you the way to find security, happiness, wealth, and joy through today&’s latest real estate investing and passive income strategies. With Flip-Flops and Fortunes, you&’ll learn: Real estate investment strategies for beginners Rental property investing tips How to invest in real estate Passive real estate investing tricks How to build a rental property empire How to get started investing Passive income strategies that work! Brady Johns was tired of spending countless hours staring at the three walls of his cubicle at his job in the tech world. He craved adventure, travel, and the ability to do big, generous things for the people he loved. So he decided to take his fate into his own hands and build the life he wanted, brick by brick. Now he brings in millions of dollars in passive income each year living the life he loves. And he knows that you can do it too! Flip-Flops and Fortunes is perfect for readers looking for: Books on How to Start a Business Real Estate Books Real Estate Books for Beginners Real Estate Investing Books Business Books Best Seller Finance Books Best Sellers If you&’re ready to gain financial freedom while enjoying your life in the process, Flip-Flops and Fortunes is an essential guide for your journey.
Developing Plans: Paid to Think
by David GoldsmithLearn simple yet powerful techniques to drastically improve your strategic plans, empower you to select and manage the kinds of projects that will propel your organization and career to new heights, and align your mental focus with laser precision on matters that provide the greatest positive impact.
How to Be a Man (Whatever That Means): Lessons in Modern Masculinity from a Questionable Source
by James BreakwellThere's no wrong way to be a woman. There are countless wrong ways to be a man. James Breakwell should know. He's tried just about all of them. Journalism. Pig ownership. Felony lawn gnome theft. Whatever masculinity is supposed to be, this can't be it. But can you really fail at something no one can quite define? Apparently. Now, in a series of funny, sharply observed, and occasionally poignant essays, everyone's favorite internet-famous father of four daughters lays down a lifetime of lessons in what it means to be a man. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll wonder what really happened to those creepy lawn gnomes on that deserted country road. (Spoiler alert: They're right behind you.) If you ever wanted to know how to fail at altruism, dodge the priesthood, and stumble your way into unexpected wisdom, this book is for you. How to Be a Man (Whatever that Means) presents a vision of manhood that looks very different from what you'll see on TV. And that's a good thing. Probably.
It Takes Grit: The Go-To Guide to Level Up Your LifeStrengthen, Energize, Elevate, and Conquer
by Rebecca LouiseReady to transform your body and mind into the healthiest, happiest you? You're going to need enthusiasm, an open mind, and a good deal of grit. In It Takes Grit, fitness expert and mindset coach Rebecca Louise shares a practical no-BS guide to take your workouts, health, and motivation to the next level—along with a 30-day challenge to kick-start your results. Through her ultrapopular YouTube channel and social media, Rebecca Louise has helped millions of people improve their mindset and achieve their wellness goals. Rebecca knows what it's like to feel lost, unable to find the right career, live broke, go through a divorce, and struggle with a negative relationship with food. It wasn't until she changed her mindset and started to master high-performance habits that she truly found her way to a career she loved and a healthy lifestyle. Now, in It Takes Grit, Rebecca shares her tried-and-true tools to lock onto your purpose, uncover your inner grit, and get in the right mindset to go after your goals. She shares: Her 10-step guide to getting results in all areas of your life An action plan to get started, no matter where you are right now Tips to create a meal plan and training routine you can stick to forever How to get and stay motivated no matter what life throws at you Interactive tasks after each chapter to master your daily habits Rebecca also shares her 30-day targeted daily workout program (with bonus online workout videos), to make sure you're never overworking your body, recipes for every meal, and daily tasks that will help you get to the next level. It Takes Grit will give you the tools needed to take control of your health and happiness.
Dining at The Ravens: Over 150 Nourishing Vegan Recipes from the Stanford Inn by the Sea
by Jeff Stanford Joan StanfordAt The Ravens, dinner is more than just a meal. It's a feast for your spirit. Located on the Mendocino coast at the only vegan resort in the United States, The Ravens Restaurant at the Stanford Inn by the Sea embodies a mindful, compassionate, and sustainable dining experience in an enchanting and unforgettable setting. Now in Dining at The Ravens, Jeff and Joan Stanford, the Inn and restaurant founders, bring the Ravens culinary experience into your home. Teeming with beautiful photographs, Dining at The Ravens features more than 150 delicious vegan recipes and shares the charming history of the Inn and restaurant, cooking tips for perfect recipe execution, and even inspiration for creating your own garden. Discover one of the restaurant's most popular breakfast dishes, Citrus Polenta with Braised Garden Greens and a Creamy Toasted Cashew Sauce, and many others, such as: Ravens Sea Palm Strudel Indian-Spiced Polenta Napoleon Mushroom Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomato Burger Ravens Spicy Peanut Curry Sea Palm Sweet Summer Corn Bisque Peach Huckleberry Cobbler Pull up a seat and find out why vegans and non-vegans alike flock to The Ravens for an extraordinary dining experience.
The Smart Mediterranean Diet Cookbook: 101 Brain-Healthy Recipes to Protect Your Mind and Boost Your Mood
by Deanna Segrave-Daly Serena BallBoost your brain power, protect your memory, and balance your mood with the sunny flavors and proven benefits of the Mediterranean diet. Following the bestselling success of The 30-Minute Mediterranean Diet Cookbook and The Sustainable Mediterranean Diet Cookbook, Serena Ball and Deanna Segrave-Daly share more than 100 recipes specifically formulated with your brain and mood in mind. With recipes that provide &“food for thought,&” from breakfast to dessert, as well as snacks, sides, and small plates, you&’ll reach for this book again and again—whether you&’re cooking a family dinner or a meal for a large gathering. Dishes include Mediterranean Sun Gold Granola, Berry Smart Seeded Dressing Over Greens, Green Falafel Fritters with Red Pepper Sauce, Sizzling Shrimp and Peppers with Cilantro, Moroccan Spiced Hot Chocolate, and more. You&’ll also find tools to make yummy and nutritious meals easier than ever before, including: A reader-friendly quick guide to the principles of cognitive and mental-healthy eating Healthy Kitchen Hacks for every recipe, including substitutions, prep tips, and timesaving suggestions Adaptable recipes for gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, nut-free, vegetarian, and vegan lifestyles Five-day meal plans Eating a Mediterranean diet is one of the most effective ways to protect and enhance your brain health, halt inflammation, improve symptoms of depression, and help to reduce daily stress. Research shows results in less than two months—but good nutrition only works if you want to eat the food. That&’s where The Smart Mediterranean Diet Cookbook comes in. Serena and Deanna&’s smart recipes are layered with enticing Mediterranean flavors and the most potent brain-boosting ingredients. This book solves the dilemma of &“what&’s for dinner&” while enhancing your brain and mood with every dish.
The Improv: An Oral History of the Comedy Club that Revolutionized Stand-Up
by Budd Friedman Tripp WhetsellFeatured in the New York Times 2017 "Holiday Gift Guide for Hardcover Fans" Get an insider's oral history of the World's most iconic comedy club, featuring exclusive interviews with today's most hilarious stars recalling their time on stage (and off) at the Improv. In 1963, 30-year-old Budd Friedman—who had recently quit his job as a Boston advertising executive and returned to New York to become a theatrical producer—opened a coffee house for Broadway performers called the Improvisation. Later shortened to the Improv, its first seedy West 44th Street location initially attracted the likes of Judy Garland, Liza Minnelli, Albert Finney, and Jason Robards, as well as a couple of then-unknowns named Dustin Hoffman and Bette Midler. While it drew near-capacity crowds almost from day one, it wasn't until comedians began dropping by to try out new material that the Improv truly hit its stride. The club became the first venue to present live stand-up in a continuous format, and in the process reinvented the art form and created the template for all other comedy clubs that followed. From the microphone to the iconic brick wall, the Improv has been the launching pad for practically every major name in American comedy over the last five-plus decades. Now, in The Improv, Friedman, along with a Who's Who of his most famous alumni—including Jay Leno, Jerry Seinfeld, Jimmy Fallon, Larry David, Billy Crystal, Lily Tomlin, Judd Apatow, Al Franken, Paul Reiser, Howie Mandel, Bob Saget, Drew Carey, and many more—tell it like it was in the first-ever oral history of how this game-changing comedy club came to be. The Improv gives readers an exclusive look at what really happened onstage and off-mic at one of America's most venerable institutions.
The Ticket: Full Disclosure: The Completely True Story of the Marconi-winning Little Ticket, A.k.a., the Station That Got Your Mom to Say 'Stay Hard'
by Scott BoyterBeyond the inside jokes, the fake bits and the banter, The Ticket: Full Disclosure gives you the complete low-down on how The Ticket got started. From the boys at the back of the bus to one of the most imitated sports talk radio stations on the air today, get the full story as told by the guys you tune in to hear on 1310 AM every day. On the occasion of The Ticket's 15th anniversary, Ticketheads finally have a book revealing all the history and behind-the-scenes hijinks of the Marconi-winning radio station. The ultimate bathroom book for every good, strong P1, this is the true, unvarnished Ticket story of how Mike Rhyner and the gang evolved from press-box yuk monkeys to forming the core of one of the nation's most popular radio stations.
Space Skimmer: Book One
by David GerroldMass comes from a harsh world named Streinveldt, where the gravity is 2.5 times that of Earth and only genetically engineered people can reside. Mass is humanoid, genetically evolved to cope with greater pressures, stronger gravity, and heavier densities than those of an ancient planet he never knew, nor probably ever would. For Mass, Earth is millennia in the past. Four hundred years ago, the Empire encompassed 11,000 inhabited worlds. It was the center of a thriving trade economy. Then, almost overnight, the Empire collapsed, leaving the remaining planets virtually isolated from one another. Mass decides to search for the Empire with his diverse companions, who have also evolved to withstand the environments of the vastly different worlds they inhabit. To live, they must find a way to come together, as they're faced with intense pressure, clashing perspectives, and unfamiliar circumstances.