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Kan Ya Ma Kan: Folktales and Recipes of Syria and Its Ethnic Groups
by Muna ImadyWith the terrible civil war raging in Syria one of Muna Imady's biggest fears was that her country's unique culture would suffer. In particular, she worried that the oral tradition of storytelling, and even the ancient storics themselves, would be lost. The result of her quest to preserve them is this book of folktales and traditional recipes from diverse regions of Syria, handed down through generations, painstakingly collected in numerous interviews, and charmingly retold here. -
Let's Fix This: Cleaner Living in a Dirty World
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Leary’s Global Wineology: A Guide to Wine Education, Mentorships, and Scholarships (2nd edition)
by Charlie LearyThis is the only comprehensive and critically-acclaimed guide to wine education programs, classes, and scholarships worldwide.
Those who want to increase their understanding and appreciation of wine for personal enjoyment as well as those who want to pursue a professional career in the wine industry now will find vital information inside.
Some wine education is free and short, while other programs can cost dearly in time and money. Some courses of study take a few hours... more -
God's Existence: Deeper Thoughts for Greater Insights
by Gary R LindbergThis book delves into reconciling science with Genesis and Exodus to unravel controversies, unveil compatibility between science and the Bible, and reveal shocking and surprising truths. -
Meant for More: Following Your Heart and Finding Your Purpose
by Karen OlsonWhat happens when we act on our innate kindness? It all started with a chance encounter outside of Grand Central Station in November 1981. Karen Olson, a successful marketing executive, was on her way to a business meeting when she saw an elderly homeless woman. Impulsively, Karen darted across the street and bought the woman a sandwich and an orange juice. She listened to the woman’s story and learned her name: Millie. This small act of kindness changed the trajectory of Karen’s ... more
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Skip the Waiting Room
by Greenleaf Book GroupA patient’s and provider’s guide to the telehealth revolution What if we could see a doctor faster, more efficiently, and at a lower cost? With the emergence of telemedicine, we now can. And this book is a primer on telemedicine for anyone who wants to take charge of their health and understand all their healthcare options. A mix of patient stories, research, and viewpoints from practicing physicians, Skip the Waiting Room explores telemedicine from all angles. Among other topics, it expla... more -
The Revelations of Madame X
by Maggie BertrandTrue Stories and Historical Events Bridging The Past to The Present In 2012, Gabriel and Maggie entered a self-imposed exile, fleeing the United States for France. Their plans to marry in Gabriel’s homeland take an unexpected twist when Gabriel discovers that he was born under the controversial French law Accouchement Sous X (Anonymous Childbirth Under Madame X). In search of his birth origins, Gabriel becomes engulfed in a game of cat-and-mouse with Camille, the woman he had always known un... more -
ELOPE A Modern Elopement Guide for the Free-Spirited and Adventurous
by Sherry Martin PeterwsELOPE is written for those who think outside the box. It's for brides and adventurous couples who want to do something radically different for their wedding day and forgo a traditional wedding altogether. It creates the perfect excuse for those who consider themselves nonconformist, untraditional, or unconventional to plan their wedding day "their way!" It illustrates that eloping has nothing to do with sacrifice and that it's about prioritizing personal values and desires, without the pressu... more -
Re-Storying Education
by Carolyn RobertsAn invaluable resource for educators aiming to actively participate in reshaping education. Using an Indigenous lens, this vital and timely book offers ways to put Indigenous education, history, and pedagogy into practice. Including questions for self-reflection, suggestions for professional action, recommended resources for further learning, and insights from Carolyn Roberts’s own decolonizing teaching practices, Re-Storying Education invites readers into an open dialogue in pursuit of a more i... more -
Tenacious Teaching
by Alex BennIn Tenacious Teaching, Platinum Apple Award winning teacher, Alex Benn, uses his twenty-years of experience to create a new system for supporting teachers and their students, which includes:
- A framework for understanding the wide range of classroom behaviors students exhibit, The Eight Attributes of Student Success.
- A measurement tool to help teachers evaluate their own effectiveness, The Formula for Powerful Teaching.
- A specific criterion for measuring the progress... more
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Killer Pocket Guide To Buying, Selling And Collecting Comics Paperback
by John CrippenThe pocket guide was designed to help beginners understand the basics of buying, selling and collecting comics. One of the reasons this book is great is that many people inherit a comic book collection have no idea what to do with them. I encourage people with comic collections to keep a copy with their collection. This book can be very helpful! The book also has tips on valuing, marketing and shipping comics. There's even a list of helpful resources in the book. -
A Daily Sprint With The Runaway Nun
by Vickie L. Sargent-Kler25 daily devotionals based on verses from Proverbs 31 and the life of Katharina von Bora the wife of Martin Luther. In these twenty-five sprint worthy devotions you will find inspiration to help you build stronger relationships, grow as a Christian, and gain more confidence living as the boundless woman God designed you to be. -
Out of the Water
by James Lewis HussOut of the Water is a satirical epic in blank verse, the epic of the prophet-king Moses. The story remains true to the tales of the Hebrew tribe as told in the Old Testament. Except in this epic Moses does not obey the word of God. Instead he follows his bicameral voice, his own mind projected as a hallucination heard from a fiery bush or a grumbling volcano. And just like the Old Testament, Out of the Water is a narrative of war and murder, of faith and devotion, of conquest and failure, a narr... more -
Astrology in the Era of Uncertainty
by Joe LandwehrMany people with minimal knowledge of science and even less of astrology assume that astrology is a pseudoscience. The real story is more complex than that, as for thousands of years astronomy and astrology were inseparable. Only since the 17th century, has science disavowed the more imaginative, metaphysical and metaphorical dimensions of knowledge, which astrology retains. Because it does, astrology remains immensely popular despite the aggressive campaign against it by science and provides... more -
Cape Cod's Secret Spaces & Mysterious Places #2
by Don DescyYou asked for it! Even MORE hidden history for explorers, trivia buffs, and people who still have nothing better to do! After a wildly successful first volume, Don is back with 25 more fun and exciting places to visit and explore. Here’s your opportunity to discover more intriguing places and investigate historic, fun, and quirky places many seasoned residents do not know exist. Discover the last three life-saving stations on Cape Cod. One that is a museum, one that is a bar and one you ... more -
Help! I'm Covered in Adjectives
by Theresa Callaghan"Help I'm Covered in Adjectives: Cosmetic Claims & The Consumer" is an updated and expanded exploration of the intricate world of cosmetic claims, designed to enlighten and empower readers in today's beauty landscape.
In an era where consumers are inundated with information from various sources, distinguishing between fact and fiction is crucial, particularly when it comes to skincare choices. This second edition delves into the complexities of cosmetic claims development, shedding ligh... more