Pedro's Chili Bowl


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Lekita finally made the long-awaited trip to visit her hometown only to discover that so much of what she held close to her heart had been revamped to an unrecognizable degree. She walked the hallowed ground of her past amid a foreign landscape only to be haunted by all that was missing. The spirits from Lekita's past guided her through and out of the places she once called home. They say you can't go home again. You can--but it just might not be there anymore.




Harness Horse


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Life


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New York Magazine


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New York magazine was born in 1968 after a run as an insert of the New York Herald Tribune and quickly made a place for itself as the trusted resource for readers across the country. With award-winning writing and photography covering everything from politics and food to theater and fashion, the magazine's consistent mission has been to reflect back to its audience the energy and excitement of the city itself, while celebrating New York as both a place and an idea.




Goodnight, Kirkwood


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In the tradition of Goodnight Moon, children (and adults) can learn about Kirkwood, MO, the first planned suburb west of the Mississippi. Through a series of couplets and charming illustrations, the reader is introduced to the events and places that make Kirkwood a special place.




Pine Grove Mysteries


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A nosy ex-cop, a clever canine friend, and a sleepy New England town! Peter Myers has just returned home to Pine Grove. He’s barely had a chance to settle in when he finds a lady’s bracelet on the edge of his property and decides to investigate. With the help of his new canine friend, Peter unravels a plot the likes of which he hadn’t seen coming. Volume 1 titles include: The Missing Mayor Dead Man Dalton The Feline Caper The Deadly Chili Dead Man Down Join Daisy's Newsletter for updates on new releases, sales, and all things Cozy Mystery at www.daisylandishromance.com.




Family Guide Washington, DC


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A family-focused guidebook to Washington, D.C., for traveling with children ages 4 to 12. DK Eyewitness Travel: Family Guide Washington, DC gives parents with children ages four to twelve the specific, family-friendly information they need to plan a vacation to a city with an abundance of history, outstanding museums, and beautiful parks. Decode secret messages at the Spy Museum, kayak along the Chesapeake River and Ohio Canal, and explore can't-miss sights such as the The White House and Capitol. What's in the book: Each major sight is treated as a "hub" destination, around which to plan a day, plus, DK's custom illustrations and reconstructions of city sights give real cultural insight. "Let off steam" suggestions and eating options around each attraction enable the entire family to recharge their batteries. Maps outline the nearest parks, playgrounds, and public restrooms. "Take shelter" sections suggest indoor activities for rainy days. Dedicated "Kids' Corner" features include cartoons, quizzes, puzzles, games, and riddles to inform and entertain young travelers. Listings provide family-friendly hotels and dining options. Written by travel experts and parents who understand the need to keep children entertained while enjoying family time together, DK Eyewitness Travel: Family Guide Washington, DC offers child-friendly sleeping and eating options, detailed maps of main sightseeing areas, travel information, budget guidance, age-range suitability, and activities for Washington, D.C.




Scrawny to Brawny


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A state-of-the-art weight-lifting and nutritional blueprint for "skinny" guys who want to pack on muscle Let's face it, naturally skinny guys are at a distinct genetic disadvantage when it comes to building muscle mass. But with the proper advice, these "hardgainers" definitely can realize their fitness goals. In Scrawny to Brawny, the authors draw on their years of practical experience as private strength and nutrition coaches to provide hardgainers with: • A progressive, state-of-the-art program that optimizes results with shorter, less frequent workouts that maximize compound exercises • A unique, action-based perspective on nutrition that shows how to prepare quick muscle-building meals and snacks-and how to take advantage of several critical times in the day when muscle growth can be stimulated by food intake • Vital information on how to identify and fix any weak links in their physiques that may be precursors to injury Designed not only for frustrated adult hardgainers but also--with its strong anti-steroid message--a terrific book for the large teen market, Scrawny to Brawny fills a significant gap in the weight-lifting arsenal.




Dinner in an Instant


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75 all-new recipes for Melissa Clark’s signature flavor-forward dishes that can be made in any pressure cooker, multicooker, or Instant Pot®. “Recipes that are as reliable as they are appealing.”—The Boston Globe Dinner in an Instant gives home cooks recipes for elevated dinners that never sacrifice convenience. It focuses on what you should make in the pressure cooker (rather than what you can make) because it does it better—faster, more easily, and more flavorfully. These delicious weeknight-friendly and company-worthy recipes include: • Leek & Artichoke Frittata • Coconut Curry Chicken • Duck Confit • Osso Buco • Saffron Risotto • French Onion Soup • Classic Vanilla Bean Cheesecake Here, too, are instructions for making the same dish on both the pressure and slow cooker settings when possible, allowing home cooks flexibility, as well as indications for paleo, gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan recipes. Dinner in an Instant is a new classic and Melissa Clark’s most practical book yet.