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The Sound of Wings: The Life of Amelia Earhart
Anytime a movie comes out about a particular historical figure, we like to get our hands on a biography to find out the real story first. The Sound of Wings: The Life of Amelia Earhart by Mary S. Lovell details the famous aviator's flying career, as well as her controversial relationship with her publicist husband. The book also goes into theories surrounding her disappearance in 1937. It's a great gift for the bookworm or... more
Nick Veasey - X-Ray: See Through the World Around You
When most people think of x-rays, they think of a trip to the emergency room. When Nick Veasey thinks of x-rays, he thinks of creating art. In Nick Veasey - X-Ray: See Through the World Around You, he uses the x-ray as his medium, allowing us to take a much closer, more intimate look at everyday objects and see the beauty of their internal structures. Though just about anyone will find the images intriguing,... more
Stephen King - Salem's Lot
As soon as the Halloween candy comes out in stores, we consider it time to start scaring ourselves silly. Although many novels have followed, the first book that had us sleeping with the lights on was Stephen King's 'Salem's Lot. It has everything a scary book should - a spooky mansion, monsters (in the form of vampires), and a seemingly undefeatable evil ring leader. Of course, it also has the plucky heroes who try... more
Award-Winning Fiction
Movies like Schindler's List, Empire of the Sun, and Oscar and Lucinda have at least two things in common. One, they were all inspired by books of the same name. Two, the books' authors were all recipients of Man Booker awards. In honor of International Literacy Day sit down and read one of these prize-winning books. You can be thankful, as you savor the writing, that you are not one of the more than... more
The Everything Canning & Preserving Book: All You Need to Know to Enjoy Natural, Healthy Foods Year Round
It's amazing how many tomatoes one plant can produce, so even if your backyard or patio garden is small, you can still find yourself harvesting more than you and your family can eat. Don't let the summer goodness go to waste. Get The Everything Canning & Preserving Book and you'll be enjoying your tomatoes in your favorite comfort casserole in the middle of winter. It's the next best thing to having your great-grandmother tell... more
Lemony Snicket: The Trouble Begins Book Set
There's something very satisfying about finishing a book in one sitting. It means the book was really good or very short. In the case of A Series of Unfortunate Events #1, The Bad Beginning, both are true. This collection holds the first three stories, which, like the Harry Potter series, is made for a younger reader but appeals to all ages. You'll never have a better time reading about grim events happening to likeable... more
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Harry Potter returns to the big screen with the second-to-last installment of the popular book and movie series. But if you'd like to find out what happens to Harry before you head to the nearest movie theater, the book version of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince will fill you in on all the details. Find out about Lord Voldemort's past, and see how Harry struggles with the trials of adolescence during his sixth... more
Happy 4th of July, Jenny Sweeney
With its colorful illustrations and story, Happy 4th of July, Jenny Sweeney, is the perfect way to explain to your little ones the importance of celebrating the Fourth of July. The story shows a day in the life of Jenny as she rides her bike through her town and sees everyone celebrating the in their own special way. The book also includes information about the first Fourth of July, first U.S. flag, and other... more
Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World
Cupcakes are the perfect dessert to take to any picnic. They're already individually wrapped and require no serving utensils. Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World offers dairy and gluten-free cupcake recipes that are as decadent and delicious as they are beautiful to look at. The book offers recipes for more than just your basic chocolate and vanilla cupcakes. Recipes for Banana Split Cupcakes, Tiramisu Cupcakes, and Carrot Cake Cupcakes are just a few of... more
Backyard Organic
Grow your own organic herbs or vegetables and save big money at the supermarket. Get started with these books on organic farming that will walk the less experienced gardener through the basics or help an old hand get some new ideas for what to plant. One Roma tomato plant can keep you in salsa and salads for the summer with very little effort on your part. Throw in a basic herb garden and you... more
Best of the Best from Kentucky: Selected Recipes from Kentucky's Favorite Cookbooks Books
Even residents of Kentucky may not know just what Burgoo is, but it pops up on even the fanciest restaurant's menus during Derby. Find out how to make the dish for your Kentucky Derby party with the Best of the Best from Kentucky, along with other Kentucky favorites like the Hot Brown or fried chicken. There's even a Triple Crown Pie to finish off the meal. Forget the diet and revel in these delicious... more
Betting the Kentucky Derby: How to Wager and Win on America's Biggest Horse Race
If you've been to the Kentucky Derby, you know that that only the world's finest thoroughbreds run in the eponymous event, but you may have no idea what a trifecta is or how to pick the likeliest horse from the crowd. With Betting the Kentucky Derby: How to Wager and Win on America's Biggest Horse Race, you can place your bet based on more than just liking the jockey's silks. Pick the right long-shot,... more
Veganomicon
Vegan food gets a bad rap. Too often, it's associated with bland flavors and weird ingredients. Veganomicon proves that a vegan meal can be extremely flavorful and fulfilling. Recipes like Pumpkin Baked Ziti with Caramelized Onions and Sage Crumb Topping, and Leek and Bean Cassoulet with Biscuits are just a few examples of dishes that will appeal to both herbivores and carnivores alike. And the desserts will satisfy all of your sweet tooth cravings.
Great Impressionist and Post-Impressionist Paintings
From the Art Institute of Chicago Collection 24 Cards The Art Institute of Chicago is an Illinois landmark, and there's something new every time we go there. In four recently-renovated galleries, the museum is now highlighting its impressive collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works. You can get a glimpse of these treasures with "Great Impressionist and Post-Impressionist Paintings From the Art Institute of Chicago Collection." The book of 24 detachable postcards includes miniature reproductions... more
Alan Moore - Watchmen
It's been hard to miss the commercials and other advertising for the Watchmen movie, which premiers March 6th. Go back to the graphic novel by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons and see what you think of the source. It garnered rave reviews in the media, from the New York Times to Rolling Stone, and it's the only graphic novel on Time's list of 100 best English-language books since 1923. Time will tell how the... more
William Strunk and E. B. White - The Elements of Style
There are thousands of books that can help you with the pesky rules of writing and know when it's appropriate to use "who" and when you should use "whom," but not many that are priced for less than the cost of a pizza. Strunk and White's "The Elements of Style" remains one of our favorites. It's concise, direct, and you don't need a Master's degree in English to follow it. Our favorite section is... more
Yann Martel - Life of Pi: A Novel
In countless commutes on the train to and from the office, we've read countless books, magazines, stuff from work, and, when we forget reading material, all the ads and train information. The one and only item that got any comment was Yann Martel's Life of Pi: A Novel, and from more than one person. The general theme was, "Oh, I just read that, isn't it good?" And yes, it is. We won't give the... more
Treasury of French Love: Poems, Quotations & Proverbs in French and English
It just doesn't get more old-school than this. Poetry. In French. Of course, it helps that the Treasury of French Love: Poems, Quotations & Proverbs is in English, too, so you don't have to rely on those old high school language lessons. Pick a poem and read it aloud to your beloved over a candlelit dinner. We suggest you practice first. Stumbling over the words like a first time reader definitely takes away from... more
Apple MacBook
A friend of ours works from home, and we're jealous that she has no commute, no beige cubicle walls, and no dress code. As if that wasn't enough, she invested in an Apple MacBook, and now she can take her work anywhere. We admit we covet her sleek, stylish laptop and have vowed to buy one as well. This is one of those purchases that is functional but totally fun.
National Geographic Magazine
You just can't stand the frigid winter weather, but you're going a little crazy staring at the same four walls. Obviously you can't change the outdoors, but you can vicariously experience other countries and cultures with the National Geographic Magazine. In the world of blogs, e-zines, and other get-it-now Internet offerings, an actual printed item might seem a little old-fashioned, but we found the top-notch photography and articles found in this monthly magazine to... more
