The Reader's Digest Illustrated Book of Dogs


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This reference offers a wealth of practical information and advice about how to choose, train, care for, and show a canine companion. Also covers the history, psychology, anatomy, and physiology of dogs and provides life-saving first-aid information. Over 700 photos and illustrations.




Humor in Uniform


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More information to be announced soon on this forthcoming title from Penguin USA







Crafting with Flannel


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Add a flannel flair to every corner of your life with this creative collection of DIY crafts: pillow covers, tote bags, fabric pumpkins, coasters, bookmarks, and more! Very few fabrics elicit such a cozy feeling as flannel. With its universal appeal and inexpensive cost, flannel is a terrific medium to create new décor for your home, a unique accessory to wear, or a thoughtful gift to give. Featuring more than fifty easy-to-follow tutorials, Crafting with Flannel is full of creative and inspired crafts appropriate for all ages and skill levels. From quick and easy projects that take just minutes to make, to more robust ideas on a larger scale, the step-by-step instructions inside this book will help you create: Handmade gifts Personalized accessories Cozy home décor Festive holiday trimmings And so much more! Plaid never goes out of style, so channel the flannel and start crafting with it!




The Reader's Digest Illustrated Book of Cats


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With America's love affair with cats on the rise, here is the most up-to-date and comprehensive book on everything readers need to know about this popular pet. Cat fanciers will find answers to their questions, picking up practical information and friendly advice. 260 full-color photos and illustrations.




Jesus and His Times


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The life of Jesus the Messiah with a description of the land, social conditions, religious environment, and historical context in which he lived.




Life in These United States


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The American spirit is alive and well in this collection of heartwarming, often hilarious anecdotes about life in big cities, small towns, and hidden hamlets from coast to coast. Selected from thousands of contributions submitted to Reader's Digest each year, these delightful glimpses of our national preoccupations, regional points of pride, and down-home wisdom capture the idiosyncracies, interests, and ideals of ordinary people. 200+ color illustrations.




Inspired...to Make a Difference Every Day


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A beautiful guided journal for anyone interested in making a difference in the community and in the world Now more than ever, it’s important to find new ways to connect and make the world a kinder place. But finding meaningful ways to make change can be daunting. Enter Inspired to Make a Difference Every Day, a guided journal full of easy ideas for spreading kindness to friends, family and strangers; helping the environment; giving back to your community; and focusing on what unites instead of divides us. Inside the journal, you’ll find small yet effective ways to change the world every day, such as: Smile at a stranger. Donate unused credit card points or airline miles to charity. Write a glowing online review of a local business. Volunteer for a shift at a soup kitchen. Praise a colleague’s hard work to their boss. Forgive someone who hurt you. Offer to grocery shop or pet sit for a doctor or nurse. Attend a service for a faith that is not your own Give your family the gift of your presence—go screen-free for a day. In addition, the journal includes space to record and reflect on your actions, as well as resources for learning more and doing more. Featuring colorful artwork, inspiring quotes, and true stories of compassion from the pages of Reader’s Digest, this journal is the perfect way to make a difference.




The Best of Reader's Digest


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More than two dozen timeless favorites from the Reader's Digest archives. From everyday heroes to larger-than-life characters, small moments to historic events, the unforgettable stories in Reader's Digest come alive as never before in this keepsake book. Our editors have combed the archives for the narratives—sometimes funny, often poignant, always inspirational—that still strike deep chords today, such as: The gripping tale of a North Carolina woman and her Shepherd, Gandalf, who found a lost Boy Scout in the woods during their first search-and-rescue job The tragic account of the crash of the Columbia Space Shuttle The miracle of the old letter that led to a couple being reunited after nearly 60 years apart The heroic actions of an eighteen-year-old girl who carried a young boy to safety after being pulled out to sea in a riptide The hilarious anecdote about the one exception to humorist Calvin Trillin’s happy childhood, a sickly collie named Chubby Featuring the best of the best fron the present and past, this collection of timeless favorites will thrill your senses, warm your heart, and brighten your day.