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Celebrate the secret language and symbolism of flowers with Sarah Cray's sixth book, The Language of Flowers. Beautiful watercolor, gouache, and ink illustrations are paired with explorations of flora and the messages we send with each bouquet. Allow it to serve as an intimate gift, a personal art piece, or to complement your spring and Valentine's Day decor.

Through myriad captivating objects, historic photographs, vintage postcards, colorful architectural renderings, and other ephemera, Sven Kirsten's and Peter Moruzzi's Palm Springs Tiki shows readers the many imaginative concepts that proprietors developed in creating a tropical paradise in the California desert. This book is a brightly colored gem full of historical information for both lovers of tiki and midcentury Palm Springs.

This new edition of 101 Things to Do With a Potato by Stephanie Ashcraft will delight fans of the potato, whether your favorite is russet potatoes, red or yellow potatoes, new potatoes, or even sweet potatoes. Filled with ideas for using potatoes in soups and stews, salads, appetizers, main dishes, side dishes, breakfast dishes, and even dessert, this compact cookbook is simple to use.

Home is more than where the heart is-- it's where life happens. From early morning coffee to dinners with family and friends, Kate Marker establishes tailor-made spaces for thriving in your home each day. Whether it is maximizing comfort or creating efficient family-centered design, this is your guide to defining a vision for your home that embodies togetherness.

The Mysterious Affair at Styles is Agatha Christie's first detective novel (a cozy mystery--no violence or gore), and where she introduces her fictional detective Hercule Poirot. The story, set in England during World War I, is a true who-done-it full of mysterious characters and teasing clues. Monson's retelling of the original book captures the plot and distills it in a way that is fun for children, gently ushering them into the literary world of Christie's mysteries. Along with the story, there are activities, games, and puzzles throughout to help with children's engagement, and might just foster a few budding detectives.

This new edition of 101 Things to Do With Chicken by Donna Kelly and Stephanie Ashcraft will delight poultry lovers. Filled with ideas for using chicken in appetizers, soups and salads, sandwiches and wraps, main dishes, casseroles, family favorites, and dishes fit for company, this compact cookbook is simple to use. Easy-to-prepare recipes such as Sweet and Spicy Buffalo Wings, Ranch Chicken Bean Soup, Curried Chicken Salad, Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken, and Chicken Cordon Bleu will satisfy the whole family.

Wade Weissmann has a passion for and commitment to creating significant and highly detailed luxury residences for clients who want homes where memories can be made and each generation can add their mark. WWA aims to create a certain quality that captures romance, beauty, and history no matter what or where the project is. Every place has a unique identity, with specific resources and limitations; yet the unifying element is clients who want to stretch all possibilities of the imagination to achieve something beautiful and lasting. From farmhouses and waterfront retreats to a high-rise unit, a sports barn, and a new greenhouse for an avid horticulturist, properties shown here will inspire readers with the range, versatility, and timelessness of both architectural styles and interiors. The properties are located in Wisconsin, Tennessee, Florida, and Southern California.

Sometimes people tell Bea she's just too much. Whether she's bugging her brother like a buzzing bee, helping out a bit too much in class, or blasting her trombone as loud as it goes, she is often misunderstood. While grownups and even other kids might see Bea as loud, we know that she's got stuff to say, things to do, and friends to make! This story is for the child who lives out LOUD and boldly uses their voice to be heard above the crowd. Bea's story shows us that when the strongest voices are celebrated, their boldness inspires beauty and positive change all around us.

It may seem daunting to design a midcentury modern-inspired home, but up-and-coming interior designer Karen Nepacena shows that by using just a few design guideposts anyone can make any room feel like a set from Mad Men or The Queen's Gambit. Showcasing real-life client redesigns, Nepacena goes room by room--and outside--offering bite-sized ways to create comfortable, stylish, and inviting spaces along the way. Full of approachable insider tips and tricks, easy DIYs, and important historical context, you'll learn how to create inspired, livable spaces full of mid-mod charm without the need for large-scale renovations or a big budget. Featuring the photography of Christopher Dibble.

Magnolias Classic Southern Cuisine: Collected Recipes from the Heart of Charleston represents the 30-plus years since Magnolias hit the restaurant scene. This cookbook includes more than 100 recipes, from pantry items to poultry and meats, and sides to sweets, along with bits of history and anecdotes from the storied restaurant. Recipes include all staple menu items in addition to original menu items (from the early years) like Shellfish Over Grits, Down South Egg Rolls, and Pan-Fried Chicken Livers as well as menu selections that return seasonally each year. These recipes have withstood the test of time and are frequently requested by guests. All new color photography brings these beloved recipes and cooking techniques to life.

A home-cooked meal is never easier than with a slow cooker. Simply prepare your ingredients and go about your day! 101 Things to Do With a Slow Cooker has a no-fuss recipe for whatever you're craving. Also included are suggestions for how and what to serve with each dish, time-saving meal-preparation tips, and easy modifications to fit your family's tastes.

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