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TheNew York Timesbest seller makes the perfect graduation gift for young adults in the real world! This ultimate pocket-sized guide for life after school is filled with information for every step of the road to adulthood. Just because you've got a diploma in hand doesn't mean you know everythingespecially if it's doing laundry, cleaning your house, or acing an interview. Topics include: How to Find Your First Apartment How to Write the Perfect Resume How to Survive Living with Your Parents How to Make (and Stick to!) a Budget How to Build A Professional Wardrobe

Grab a handful of glitter and get your girl power on with 25 subversive and easy-to-make projects. This is what a feminist crafter looks like! Crafting with Feminism features 25 irreverent and easy-to-make projects that celebrate everything that rocks about girls, gals, and badass women. Wear your ideology on your sleeve by creating fierce custom merit badges. Prove that the political is personal with DIY power panties. Get cozy with a handmade Huggable Uterus Body Pillow, or craft heroine finger puppets to honor great women like Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Frida Kahlo, and bell hooks. Featuring tips on everything from beginner sewing stitches to building a kickin' party playlist, and a totally empowering forward from ';Queen of Geeks' Felicia Day, this book has everything you need for an awesome crafternoon.

A fun and feminist look at forgotten women in science, technology, and beyond, from the bestselling author of THE FANGIRL'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY You may think you know women's history pretty well. But have you ever heard of. . . Alice Ball, the chemist who developed an effective treatment for leprosyonly to have the credit taken by a man? Mary Sherman Morgan, the rocket scientist whose liquid fuel compounds blasted the first U.S. satellite into orbit? Huang Daopo, the inventor whose weaving technology revolutionized textile production in Chinacenturies before the cotton gin? Smart women have always been able to achieve amazing things, even when the odds were stacked against them. In Wonder Women, author Sam Maggs tells the stories of the brilliant, brainy, and totally rad women in history who broke barriers as scientists, engineers, mathematicians, adventurers, and inventors. Plus, interviews with real-life women in STEM careers, an extensive bibliography,and a guide to women-centric science and technology organizationsall to show the many ways the geeky girls of today can help to build the future. Table of Contents: Women of Science Women of Medicine Women of Espionage Women of Innovation Women of Adventure

A darkly clever take on Agatha Christie s And Then There Were None and other classics of the genre, Ten Dead Comedians is a marvel of literary ventriloquism, with hilarious comic monologues in the voice of every suspect. It s also an ingeniously plotted puzzler with a twist you ll never see coming!

The perfect gift for the golf lover in your life, this handbook is a pocket-sized companion ready to go out on the green. Tips and tricks include: How to Calculate Your Handicap How to Play in the Rain How to Keep Fit for Golfing Games to Play within the Game The Best Golf Travel Destinations

Abby embarks on a quest to save her best friend Gretchen when she realises a demon has taken hold of her

In the twenty-first-century economy,there's only one way to guaranteeyour child a bright and happyfuture: make that baby an Internetcelebrity. But how? In How to MakeYour Baby an Internet Celebrity,you'll learn to assess your baby'sbest attributes (is she smarter thana chimp?), assign a compellingscreen persona (clumsiness =on-screen gold), and plan theultimate viral Internet video. Makeyour baby an Internet celebrity . . .because the world needs cutenessnow more than ever!

';A genre-defying blend of crime writing and science fiction.'Alexandra Alter, The New York TimesNominated for the 2015 Edgar Award for Best Paperback OriginalCritically acclaimed author Ben H. Winters delivers this explosive final installment in the Edgar Award winning Last Policeman series.With the doomsday asteroid looming, Detective Hank Palace has found sanctuary in the woods of New England, secure in a well-stocked safe house with other onetime members of the Concord police force. But with time ticking away before the asteroid makes landfall, Hank's safety is only relative, and his only relativehis sister Nicoisn't safe. Soon, it's clear that there's more than one earth-shattering revelation on the horizon, and it's up to Hank to solve the puzzle before time runs out...for everyone.

The Internet offers an unprecedented opportunity for cats to become superstar ';personalities' with revenue-generating multimedia brandsbut only if you know how to cash in. WithHow to Make Your Cat an Internet Celebrity, readerscan unlock the secrets of grooming your kitty for success, creating a terrific viral video, managing your cat's burgeoning stardom, and much more. Packed with practical tips and helpful diagrams, this indispensable resource shows how ordinaryhousecats can follow in the venerable pawprints of the Internet's brightest stars.

For many years, television comedy was an exclusive all boys' clubuntil a brilliant comedian named Carol Leifer came along, blazing a trail for funny women everywhere. From Late Night with David Letterman and Saturday Night Live to Seinfeld, The Ellen Show, and Modern Family, Carol has written for and/or performed on some of the best TV comedies of all time. This hilarious collection of essays charts her extraordinary three-decade journey through show business, illuminating her many triumphs and some missteps along the wayand offering valuable lessons for women and men in any profession. Part memoir, part guide to life, and all incredibly funny, How to Succeed in Business without Really Crying offers tips and tricks for getting ahead, finding your way, and opening locked doorseven if you have to use a sledgehammer.

Nick and Tesla return in an all-new, robot-filled adventure! When a rash of robberies hits the town of Half Moon Bay, 11-year-old sleuths Nick and Tesla are determined to catch the criminalsbut to do so, they'll have to build a host of new gadgets and gizmos! In this robot-themed follow-up to Nick and Tesla's High-Voltage Danger Lab, the brother-and-sister duo build four different droids out of ordinary household objectsand illustrated instructions are included throughout the story, so you can build them, too! Make bristlebots that buzz, hoverbots that float above the ground, battlebots that duke it out, and more! Can Nick and Tesla catch the criminal mastermindand foil his army of rampaging robotsbefore it's too late?

Jane Austen never goes out of style. Since the first publication of her six novels in the 19thcentury, shehas delighted generations of fans with classic stories that have neverchangedand countless covers that have.Jane Austen Cover to Covercompiles two centuries of design showcasing one of the world's mostbeloved and celebrated novelists. With over 200 images, plus historicalcommentary, Austen trivia, and a little bit of wit, this fascinating andvisually intriguing look back is a must for Janeites, design enthusiasts,and book lovers of every age.

A pocket-sized gift book packed with patriotic facts for ordinary Americans and history buffs alike.This handbook is the perfect patriotic present for any engaged United Statescitizen. Who played the first game of baseball? What's a bicameral congress? Where did Mount Rushmore come from? Who is Geronimo andwhydo we yell his name when we jump? Plus:*; All about the Declaration of Independence*; Ten Books Every American Should Read*; Assassination Attempts on U.S.Presidents*; The History of the Statue of Liberty*; How toBake the Perfect Apple Pie

At last, a field guide to baking and identifying virtually every cookie imaginable, from Snickerdoodles to Pfeffernusse! Field Guide to Cookies is the definitive guide to cookies from around the world, with more than 100 recipes and variations on such tried-and-true classics as gingersnaps, whoopie pies, and pinwheels as well as traditional international favorites like pizzelles, baklava, and alfajores. This delectable guide introduces readers to the best techniques for creating drop, bar, molded, rolled, and sandwich variations. Every cookie is photographed in glorious full color, with step-by-step instructions on how to prepare, bake, and store your creations. Entries include fascinating historical background, helpful baking notes, and serving suggestions for each delicious variety. Whether you're a baking novice or veteran pastry chef, mouthwatering home-baked confections are just minutes away with Field Guide to Cookies!

Ready, set, sprinkles! Bake dozens of delicious desserts with a colorful twist.Sprinkles!features step-by-step recipes for making the world a sweeter andsparklier place, one pinch at a time! Inside you'll find:Breakfast Sweets:Colorful ways to start your day, including Belgian Pearl Sugar Waffles, Sprinkles-Stuffed French Toast, Fairy Bread Sandwiches, Homemade Pop Tarts, and addictive Gingersnap Cookie Butter.Cookies, Cakes, and Pies:Sprinkley recipes for everything from classic baked goods like Black and White Cookies and Rainbow Layer Caketo such modern favorites as Holiday Cake Pops and Orange Dreamsicle Cookies.Snacks and Party Fare:Share the sweetness with crowd-friendly fare, including Brazilian Chocolate Truffles, Meringue Kisses, Chocolate Bark, Dark Chocolate Peppermint Ice Cream Cones, and Birthday Cake Martinis.Plus a guide to identifying sprinkles (so you can tell your sequins from your nonpareils), recipes for homemade sprinkles (to customize to your heart's desire), and tips and techniques for sprinkling like a pro. Make everything magical withSprinkles!

You keep your action figures in their original packaging. Your closets are full of officially licensedStar Warsmerchandise. You're hooked onElder ScrollsandMetal Gearbut now you've discovered an even biggerobsession: the new girl who just moved in down the hall.What's a geek to do? Take some tips fromThe Geek's Guide to Dating. This hilarious primer is jam-packed with cheat codes, walkthroughs, and power-ups for navigating the perils and pitfalls of your love life with ease. Geeks of all ages will find answers to the ultimate questions of life, the universe, and everything romantic, fromFirst ContacttoThe Fellowship of the Ringand beyond.Full of whimsical 8-bit illustrations,The Geek's Guide to Datingwill teach fanboys everywhere to love long and prosper.

"e;[The] weird, beautiful, unapologetically apocalyptic Last Policeman trilogy is one of my favorite mystery series."e;John Green, author of The Fault in Our Stars and Paper TownsWinner of the 2013 EdgarAward Winner for Best Paperback Original!What's the point in solving murders if we're all going to die soon, anyway? Detective Hank Palace has faced this question ever since asteroid 2011GV1 hovered into view. There's no chance left. No hope. Just six precious months until impact. The Last Policeman presents a fascinating portrait of a pre-apocalyptic United States. The economy spirals downward while crops rot in the fields. Churches and synagogues are packed. People all over the world are walking off the jobbut not Hank Palace. He's investigating a death by hanging in a city that sees a dozen suicides every weekexcept this one feels suspicious, and Palace is the only cop who cares. The first in a trilogy, The Last Policeman offers a mystery set on the brink of an apocalypse. As Palace's investigation plays out under the shadow of 2011GV1, we're confronted by hard questions way beyond ';whodunit.' What basis does civilization rest upon? What is life worth? What would any of us do, what would we really do, if our days were numbered?Ebook contains an excerpt from the anticipated second book in the trilogy, Countdown City.

Inside Breakfast for Dinner you'll find more than 100 classic breakfast recipes made with a twist. Enjoy hearty "e;brinner"e; dishes like Bacon Fried Rice, Breakfast Ravioli, Pizza over Easy, and Cornmeal Pancakes with Beer-Braised Short Ribs, plus such sweet treats as Sunrise Margaritas and Maple Bacon Cupcakesto name just a few. This cookbook is a breakfast lover's dream come true.

Everyone knows the fifty nifty united statesbut what about the hundreds of other statehood proposals that never came to pass? Lost States is a tribute to such great unrealized dreams as West Florida, Texlahoma, Montezuma, Rough and Ready, and Yazoo. Some of these states came remarkably close to joining the Union. Others never had a chance. Many are still trying. Consider: *; Frontier legend Daniel Boone once proposed a state of Transylvania in the Appalachian wilderness (his plan was resurrected a few years later with the new name of Kentucky). *; Residents of bucolic South Jersey wanted to secede from their urban north Jersey neighbors and form the fifty-first state. *; The Gold Rush territory of Nataqua could have made a fine statebut since no women were willing to live there, the settlers gave up and joined California. Each story offers a fascinating glimpse at the nation we might have becomealong with plenty of absurd characters, bureaucratic red tape, and political gamesmanship. Accompanying these tales are beautifully rendered maps detailing the proposed state boundaries, plus images of real-life artifacts and ephemera. Welcome to the world of Lost States!

A collection of irreverent haikus, which reflects on the reality of motherhood, from the television's role as babysitter to cleaning up a spilled plate of Spaghetti, from the smell of a dirty diaper to never having a private moment. This book is useful for hip moms with young ones at home.

Who says vanilla isn't sexy? Harvested from the pods of beautiful and exotic orchids, vanilla is a delicious flavor enjoyed by people all over the world. Pure Vanilla celebrates its unique taste with a stunning array of recipes, from cakes and cookies to custards and creams. Indulge in Glazed Vanilla Bean Doughnuts, Vanilla Cloud Cake, and Vanilla Bean Meringue Kisses and Sea Salt Caramels. Cozy up with a bowl of Warm Vanilla Rice Pudding or a steaming mug of Malted White Hot Chocolate. Spread Golden Pear Vanilla Jam on your breakfast pastries or serve up a bowl of the world's most popular ice cream flavorall made from scratch With a complete history of vanilla from orchid to extract, Pure Vanilla provides the origins and tasting notes for all of today's varietiesplus 80 recipes and dozens of photographs. Also included are recipes for Homemade Vanilla Extract, Vanilla Sugar, and Vanilla-Infused Liquors. So step aside, chocolate! It's time for Pure Vanilla.

Based on the hugely popular blog of the same name, Born This Way shares 100 different memories of growing up LGBTQ. Childhood photographs are accompanied by sweet, funny, and at times heartbreaking personal stories. Collected from around the world and dating from the 1940s to today, these memories speak to the hardships of an unaccepting world and the triumph of pride, self-love, and self-acceptance. This intimate little book is a wonderful gift for all members of the LGBTQ community as well as their friends and families. Like Dan Savage's It Gets Better Project, Born This Way gives young people everywhere the courage to say, ';Yes, I'm gay. And I was born this way. I've known it since I was very young, and this is my story.'

Wedding Dogs captures man's best friend at 75 weddingsdogs as the best man, maid of honor, ring bearer, or another member of the wedding party! Decked out in little doggy tuxedos or sporting a wreath of roses around their necks, these pooches share in the wedding couple's big day. Each photograph is accompanied by a brief essay telling the dog's (and the couple's) story. A perfect wedding, bridal shower, or groom's gift, Wedding Dogs shares the joy of the moment when dogs join in the celebration of their owners' most special day.

Lets you to create everything from fresh products (cars, shoes, vegetables) to fresh works of architecture (houses, skyscrapers, and cityscapes), from fresh works of art (statues, masterpieces) to fresh graphics (posters, billboards, packaging), from fresh icons (flags, road signs) to fresh forms of entertainment (roller coasters), and more.

';A genre-defying blend of crime writing and science fiction.'Alexandra Alter,The New York TimesDetective Hank Palace returns in the second in the speculative mystery trilogy set on the brink of the apocalypse and winner of the 2014 Philip K. Dick Award.There are just 77 days before a deadly asteroid collides with Earth, and Detective Palace is out of a job. With the Concord police force operating under the auspices of the U.S. Justice Department, Hank's days of solving crimes are over...until a woman from his past begs for help finding her missing husband.Brett Cavatone disappeared without a tracean easy feat in a world with no phones, no cars, and no way to tell whether someone's gone ';bucket list' or just gone. With society falling to shambles, Hank pieces together what few clues he can, on a search that leads him from a college-campus-turned-anarchist-encampment to a crumbling coastal landscape where anti-immigrant militia fend off ';impact zone' refugees.Countdown City presents another fascinating mystery set on brink of an apocalypse--and once again, Hank Palace confronts questions way beyond "e;whodunit."e; What do we as human beings owe to one another? And what does it mean to be civilized when civilization is collapsing all around you?

Heaven Help Us!Your days of worry and frustration are over. Whoever you are, whatever you do, there's a patron saint who wants to help youspecifically youwith your troubles. This Saint Will Change Your Life features 300 patron saints for every person and situation imaginable. *; There are patron saints for travelers, vegetarians, and women in labor. *; For gamblers, lawyers, and parents with disappointing children. *; For families stressed by houseguests. *; For victims of toothaches, appendicitis, and sore throats. *; For beekeepers, booksellers, sailors, schoolgirls, and even (we kid you not) vampire hunters! This Saint Will Change Your Life! describes the real-life histories of an amazing variety of holy figures from the Christian faith and reveals how each became associated with particular beneficiaries. Also included are reproductions of 300 full-color holy cards depicting these heavenly helpers in all their glory.

A pocket-sized gift book guide to the best hard-hitting insults for every occasion. This handy little book is packed with insulting gestures, backhanded compliments, comebacks, all the things you should never say about someone's mama, and much more! Including: *; Insulting Someone's Intelligence *; Insulting Someone's Sexual Prowess *; Insults for the Office *; Insults on Game Day *; Insults throughout History *; Insults from around the World

HE'S BACK.AND HE'S THE BIGGEST THING IN POLITICS.He is the perfect presidential candidate. Conservatives love his hard-hitting Republican resume. Liberals love his peaceful, progressive practicality. The media can't get enough of his larger-than-life personality. And all the American people love that he's an honest, hard-working man who tells it like it is.There's just one problem. He is William Howard Taft . . . and he was already president a hundred years ago. So what on earth is he doing alive and well and considering a running mate in 2012?A most extraordinary satire, Jason Heller's debut novel follows the strange new life of a presidential Rip Van Winkle: a man who never even wanted the White House in the first place, yet finds himself hurtling toward it once morethis time, through the media-fueled madness of 21st-century America.

Features tales of love and relationships. This title includes stories that capture the heartbreak and hilarity of the human experience. It includes: "Boyfriend Ready to Take Relationship to Previous Level", "Sex Officials Add New Base Between Second and Third", and, "Her New European Boyfriend Reports".