The Shades Of Toffee


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"The Shades of Toffee by Henry Farrell is a captivating and whimsical tale that invites readers into a world of eccentricity and charm. Known for his imaginative storytelling and colorful characters, Farrell weaves a narrative that blends humor, mystery, and a touch of the fantastical. In this delightful story, readers are introduced to Toffee, a character whose presence and adventures form the heart of the narrative. As the plot unfolds, Toffee's encounters and the whimsical events that follow create a rich tapestry of intrigue and amusement. Farrell's narrative style, marked by its wit and charm, brings Toffee’s world to life with vivid descriptions and engaging dialogue. The Shades of Toffee explores themes of individuality, curiosity, and the unexpected twists that life can bring. Farrell's ability to create a captivating atmosphere and his knack for blending the ordinary with the extraordinary make this book a compelling read. With its blend of humor, eccentric characters, and an engaging storyline, The Shades of Toffee is a must-read for those who enjoy light-hearted yet thought-provoking literature. Farrell’s unique voice and imaginative approach ensure that this book will leave readers both entertained and enchanted.




The Sweet Book of Candy Making


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Create your own delicious, gorgeous, and professional-quality candies with The Sweet Book of Candy Making. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned candy maker, you will find mouthwatering recipes and expert tips to inspire you—and satisfy your sweet tooth. Inside, you'll find: —Candy-making essentials: all you need to know about equipment, ingredients, and techniques, including step-by-step lessons on pulling taffy, rolling truffles, filling peanut butter cups, and more —More than 50 recipes for sugar candies, fondant, caramels, toffee, fudge, truffles, chocolates, marshmallows, and fruit and nut candies —Troubleshooting tips for each type of candy —How to perfect the classics you love, from English Toffee to Chocolate Fudge to Peanut Brittle —Try your hand at something new: Pistachio Marzipan Squares, Passion Fruit Marshmallows, Mango-Macadamia Nut Caramels, Lemon Meringue Lollipops, and more —Decorating techniques to show off your tasty results Get started in your kitchen with The Sweet Book of Candy Making!




The Colors of Us


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A positive and affirming look at skin color, from an artist's perspective. Seven-year-old Lena is going to paint a picture of herself. She wants to use brown paint for her skin. But when she and her mother take a walk through the neighborhood, Lena learns that brown comes in many different shades. Through the eyes of a little girl who begins to see her familiar world in a new way, this book celebrates the differences and similarities that connect all people. Karen Katz created The Colors of Us for her daughter, Lena, whom she and her husband adopted from Guatemala six years ago.




Deadly Excitements


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History of the American pulp magazine. Includes such titles as The Shadow, Black Mask, Weird Tales, Scientic Detective Monthly and Scarlet Adventuress as well as characters like Doc Savage, Captain Future, The Spider, Phantom Detective, The Whisperer and Senorita Scorpion, quick-trigger blonde from Old Texas.




United States Plant Patents


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Double Identity


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So my only protection is a kindergarten teacher and a ninety-eight-pound female minister....And they don't even believe I'm in danger. As Bethany approaches her thirteenth birthday, her parents begin acting more oddly than usual: Her mother cries constantly, and her father barely lets Bethany out of his sight. Then one morning he hustles the entire family into the car, drives across several state lines -- and leaves Bethany with an aunt she never knew existed. Bethany has no idea what's going on. She's worried that her mom and dad are running from some kind of trouble, but she can't find out because they won't tell her where they are going. Bethany's only clue is a few words she overheard her father tell her aunt Myrlie: "She doesn't know anything about Elizabeth." But Aunt Myrlie won't tell Bethany who Elizabeth is, and she won't explain why people in her small town react to Bethany as if they've seen a ghost. The mystery intensifies when Bethany gets a package from her father containing four different birth certificates from four states, with four different last names -- and thousands of dollars in cash. And when a strange man shows up asking questions, Bethany realizes she's not the only one who's desperate to unravel the secrets of her past. In this exhilarating thriller, Margaret Peterson Haddix crafts a taut story so full of twists and turns, readers will be gripped until the startling conclusion.




Grace Happens


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Grace’s mother is a movie star. World travel, famous people, and movie sets are her life. So are bodyguards, paparazzi, and constant chaos. Grace dreams of a normal life with regular school and real friends. She also dreams of knowing her father, whose identity her mother has never revealed. When her secretive mother announces they’re going to Martha’s Vineyard for the summer, Grace doesn’t know the island holds the keys to her family history. But once the connection becomes clear, she can’t resist searching for some answers. Grace makes some surprising moves along the way, from making a friend and piercing her ears to developing a strong suspicion of who her father is.




Pink Flamingos and the Yellow Pages


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Discover the weird and wonderful stories of our colorful world! Why are wedding dresses white? And what is the Ketchup and Mustard Theory? The answers always come back to color. Color infuses our lives with meaning, manifesting in science, language, design, pop culture, and beyond. Specific hues shape our everyday actions and define entire generations. In 75 short essays, this book reveals the hidden histories behind a range of fascinating hues—from shocking shades to subtle tints, from jockey silks on the racetrack to corals on the ocean floor. This elegant little hardcover is bursting with bright photographs throughout. It's a vivid tour across geography and through time that will leave you with a renewed sense of curiosity and wonder about our colorful world. KNOWLEDGEABLE AUTHOR: Designer Bob Hambly brings both expertise and irresistible enthusiasm to this exploration of color. His blog Colour Studies has received publicity in the design blog world since its 2017 launch—including a feature in Uppercase Magazine. THE JOY OF COLOR: Color is a universal element of the world; it lifts our mood and fascinates us. Everyone from artists to designers to rainbow lovers will enjoy this fresh spin on the topic. APPROACHABLE AND COMPELLING: Hambly shares his insights in a direct and appealing style sprinkled with wry humor. Photographs and a bold, colorful design make this book a delight to read. PERFECT FOR TRIVIA LOVERS: With wow-worthy information presented in bitesize chapters, this is the perfect gift for anyone who loves collecting trivia. Perfect for: • Trivia enthusiasts • Color and rainbow lovers • Art and design fans • History buffs • Pop culture fiends




Vortex


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Her dream job is becoming her worst nightmare. Tempest Waters jumps at the chance to make a difference in the galaxy by joining the president’s administration. But once inside the White House, she discovers the publicly personable politician is criminally corrupt and venal to the core. Unfortunately, Tempest has seen too much to be allowed to resign. When the menacing henchman Benjamin Bane begins dogging her every step, she fears she may be in serious trouble. With the excuse of checking on the president’s planetary interests, she escapes to dune-covered, sand-blasted Sajave—only to have Bane follow her. Not all cyborgs are good guys. Some are stone-cold killers. When Benjamin Bane undergoes the transformation to cyborg, he suffers a rare complication—the loss of his emotions. He’s unable to feel more than shallow sentiments. On the plus side, being dead inside makes his job as an enforcer doing the president’s dirty work a lot easier. But then he encounters Tempest Waters. Something about the unassuming but efficient presidential aide catches his eye. What begins as mild interest soon becomes an obsession as she reawakens his dormant passions and sweeps him into a vortex of emotion. But he can’t afford to feel anything. He’s been ordered to kill her. Vortex (Cyborg Force 3) is an enemies-to-lovers science fiction romance that will have you clinging to the edge of your seat. Get Vortex and hang on. Your steamy, suspenseful, action-packed ride is about to begin.




Cyborg Force Collection Two


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On a faraway sand-blasted planet, cyborgs and humans face dangers and desires they never imagined. Cyborg Force Collection Two is a two-volume science fiction romance boxed set containing Vortex and Maelstrom, books 3 & 4 of the series. Vortex (Cyborg Force 3) Attorney Tempest Waters joins the popular president’s administration, but once inside the White House she discovers the chief executive is criminally corrupt. When menacing henchman Benjamin Bane begins dogging Tempest’s every step, she escapes to dune-covered, sand-blasted Sajave—only to have Bane follow her. When Benjamin Bane became a cyborg, he suffered a rare complication—the loss of his emotions. On the plus side, being dead inside makes his job doing the president’s dirty work a lot easier. But something about presidential aide Tempest Water awakens his dormant passions. But he can’t afford to feel anything. He’s been ordered to kill her. Maelstrom (Cyborg Force 4) Sandy Jodane has been a pawn, used and discarded by her empire-building politician mother. After turning to stardust to deaden the pain, she finds the strength to beat her addiction—only to be taken into custody by a powerful cyborg who’s determined to break her. Cyborg Quint Stroud is facing the toughest assignment of his career: protecting the life of a unique intelligent alien species on planet Sajave from a corrupt Earth president who would destroy it. Saving the alien requires help from an insider—the president’s complicit daughter. He vows to do whatever it takes to get her cooperation. But nothing is as it seems. Quint discovers the gutsy, vulnerable woman needs his protection as much as the alien does, and Sandy suspects Quint’s fierce robotic manner hides a wounded heart. When they team up in a last-ditch effort to save the alien, they’ll unleash a maelstrom of vengeance that could destroy their future or even their lives.