Rebecca_Kohn
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Added Apr 20, 2025
The Anime CaféThe Anime Café, Book50 Iconic Treats, Snacks, and Drinks From your Favorite Anime
by Estero, NadineBook - 2024Book, 2024
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Added Apr 16, 2025
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Ready to transform a snack or dessert into an anime worthy creation? Each recipe is linked to a specific anime story episode/chapter. Test your culinary skills with making Senku's three layer tea latte or dazzle your friends and family with a coffee float like you would find in the Restaurant to Another World. Directions include prep time and tools needed as well as the ingredients. Take a culinary adventure with this book!Ready to transform a snack or dessert into an anime worthy creation? Each recipe is linked to a specific anime story episode/chapter. Test your culinary skills with making Senku's three layer tea latte or dazzle your friends and family with a…
Act of OblivionAct of Oblivion, BookA Novel
by Harris, RobertBook - 2022 | First U.S. editionBook, 2022. First U.S. edition
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Added Mar 16, 2025
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This is an engaging read and a detailed look into a significant era in English, American, and Native American history. Harris' research into the raging religious/political battle of a power struggle in England in the late 1600 provides a view into the bitterness of an ongoing war where taking revenge on political operatives knew no bounds of geography. The sequences where the characters journey by sea and continue traveling by foot show the difficulties and challenges of travel at that time makes for pageturning reading. For anyone who wants a captivating novel that also provides information on a tumultuous time in history Act of Oblivion will deliver.This is an engaging read and a detailed look into a significant era in English, American, and Native American history. Harris' research into the raging religious/political battle of a power struggle in England in the late 1600 provides a view into…
Breaking ThroughBreaking Through, Downloadable AudiobookMy Life in Science
by Karikó, KatalinDownloadable Audiobook - 2023 | UnabridgedDownloadable Audiobook, 2023. Unabridged
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Added Dec 18, 2024
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Outstanding memoir read by the author, scientist and Nobel prize winner Katalin Kariko. Her story of determination and focus is a compelling narrative from her life as a child and young woman in Hungary to her career as a scientist in the United States.Outstanding memoir read by the author, scientist and Nobel prize winner Katalin Kariko. Her story of determination and focus is a compelling narrative from her life as a child and young woman in Hungary to her career as a scientist in the United…
The Garden Maker's Book of WonderThe Garden Maker's Book of Wonder, Book
by Kostovick, Allison VallinBook - 2023Book, 2023
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Added Dec 09, 2024
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This is the perfect book to curl up with on a cold or rainy day or whenever you can't get outside to garden. Author Allison Kostovick's detailed advice is delivered between beautiful illustrations and colorful photographs. New and experienced gardeners will benefit from her knowledge of companion planting strategies and maintaining plants inside and out year round. Plant descriptions are accompanied by recipes to use them. Kostovick also provides guidance on plants and layouts that will support pollinators. A terrific book to provide garden knowledge and inspiration.This is the perfect book to curl up with on a cold or rainy day or whenever you can't get outside to garden. Author Allison Kostovick's detailed advice is delivered between beautiful illustrations and colorful photographs. New and experienced…
Start A Community Food GardenStart A Community Food Garden, BookThe Essential Handbook
by Joy, LaMandaBook - 2014 | First editionBook, 2014. First edition
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Added Nov 25, 2024
Heart of FireHeart of Fire, Downloadable AudiobookAn Immigrant Daughter's Story
by Hirono, MazieDownloadable Audiobook - 2021 | UnabridgedDownloadable Audiobook, 2021. Unabridged
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Added Aug 21, 2024
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Engaging and candid memoir by a living Senator. Her personal and political story is fascinating. From her childhood in Hawaii to her life in government, she shares the struggles she and her family faced and worked through. I would recommend this to anyone interested in women's history and current politics.Engaging and candid memoir by a living Senator. Her personal and political story is fascinating. From her childhood in Hawaii to her life in government, she shares the struggles she and her family faced and worked through. I would recommend this…
The Porcelain MoonThe Porcelain Moon, Downloadable AudiobookA Novel of France, the Great War, and Forbidden Love
by Chang, JanieDownloadable Audiobook - 2023 | UnabridgedDownloadable Audiobook, 2023. Unabridged
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Added Aug 21, 2024
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Outstanding historical fiction with well developed characters, plot, and dialogue. The author has done significant research that brings to light the role that Chinese workers played in helping England and France to win World War I. This is the best kind of historical fiction, when you learn about history and human nature through the eyes of different characters.Outstanding historical fiction with well developed characters, plot, and dialogue. The author has done significant research that brings to light the role that Chinese workers played in helping England and France to win World War I. This is the…
The Library of LegendsThe Library of Legends, BookA Novel
by Chang, JanieBook - 2020 | First editionBook, 2020. First edition
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Added Aug 21, 2024
The HammerThe Hammer, BookPower, Inequality, and the Struggle for the Soul of Labor
by Nolan, HamiltonBook - 2024 | First editionBook, 2024. First edition
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Added Aug 06, 2024
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Journalist Hamilton Nolan highlights current leaders in the labor movement detailing the strengths and struggles of people leading large unions and forming new ones. His interviews with labor leaders detail the personal and organizing challenges faced by individuals and organizations. A labor organizer and union member himself, Nolan has the bona fides to praise and criticize the current state of the movement. His observations are informative and fair. As the labor movement is not well covered in the mainstream press, Nolan's book is a much needed encapsulation of the issues facing workers and the efforts of workers looking to create and advance unions. He also effectively details why strong unions will continue to be a necessary part of the quality of life equation for most Americans. The third chapter discussing the organizing efforts in California by SEIU and AFSCME to create the Child Care Providers United Union is important documentation of the 20 years of work for child care providers to be legally recognized as having the right to negotiate as a group.Journalist Hamilton Nolan highlights current leaders in the labor movement detailing the strengths and struggles of people leading large unions and forming new ones. His interviews with labor leaders detail the personal and organizing challenges…
A Psalm for the Wild-builtA Psalm for the Wild-built, Book
by Chambers, BeckyBook - 2021 | First editionBook, 2021. First edition
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Added Jun 10, 2024
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This is a book that will appeal to a variety of readers, it will suit sci-fi fans as well as engage anyone who likes a short book packed with imaginative detail and big questions. Weighing in at a sleek 140 pages, there is an immense journey that tackles big questions through the form of a conversation between two very interesting and unforgettable characters.This is a book that will appeal to a variety of readers, it will suit sci-fi fans as well as engage anyone who likes a short book packed with imaginative detail and big questions. Weighing in at a sleek 140 pages, there is an immense journey that…
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Added May 15, 2024
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Funny and sweet, with Sergio Ruzzier's wonderful sense of humor and detailed illustrations. What could happen with a mouse, a cat, and a cookie jar? Enjoy each delicious page for a twist that opens up the friendship between these two characters.
The Good Neighbor CookbookThe Good Neighbor Cookbook, Book125 Easy and Delicious Recipes to Surprise and Satisfy the New Moms, New Neighbors, Recuperating Friends, Community-meeting Members, Book Club Cohorts, and Block Party Pals in your Life!
by Quessenberry, SaraBook - 2011Book, 2011
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Added Mar 06, 2024
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This is a really nice resource for ideas to help build community. The book is very thoughtful in its approach, offering strategies to meet new neighbors, help young families, and make members of a committee feel appreciated. The recipes have clear instructions and offer a variety of foods to suit many tastes. This book came out in 2011 and still holds up, although an up to date edition including information about reusable containers and the etiquette of "first contact" of how to introduce yourself to new people would also be welcome. Overall, this is a nice community resource that demystifies the process of getting to know your neighbors by showing them appreciation with a thoughtful, timely gift.This is a really nice resource for ideas to help build community. The book is very thoughtful in its approach, offering strategies to meet new neighbors, help young families, and make members of a committee feel appreciated. The recipes have clear…
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Added Feb 25, 2024
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I enjoyed this book so much. I listened to the audio version performed by Ann Marie Gideon who did an incredible job providing voices for so many characters. The writing and plot are so elegant and perfectly crafted that I have no way to fairly describe it other than to see read/listen to this title right away! As with any story set in/about a bookshop, a bibliophile is going to be prepared to pounce on any bookish detail that doesn't set right. Not to worry, Meyerson's book and bookstore knowledge is accurate and wide ranging. You will want to know how to ends, but you won't want it to end!I enjoyed this book so much. I listened to the audio version performed by Ann Marie Gideon who did an incredible job providing voices for so many characters. The writing and plot are so elegant and perfectly crafted that I have no way to fairly…
Watercolor in NatureWatercolor in Nature, BookPaint Woodland Wildlife and Botanicals With 20 Beginner-friendly Projects
by Haizlett, RosalieBook - 2021Book, 2021
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Added Feb 06, 2024
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This book has a very organized approach to demonstrating how to learn watercolor painting using nature as the subject. For each lesson, there is a skill to acquire and illustrations show the different stages from pencil sketch to ink outline and layering of colors. The lessons are very approachable and the quality of the illustrations highlights the beauty of watercolors.This book has a very organized approach to demonstrating how to learn watercolor painting using nature as the subject. For each lesson, there is a skill to acquire and illustrations show the different stages from pencil sketch to ink outline and…
Bake Me A CatBake Me A Cat, Book50 Purrrfect Recipes for Edible Kitty Cakes, Cookies and More!
by Kim-JoyBook - 2023Book, 2023
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Added Jan 10, 2024
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If baking makes things better, and cats make things better...what happens if you get a book that combines then? And what if the author is GBBO baker Kim-Joy? Well, you get a book that is an instant day brightener just from the illustrations and recipes alone. This is a delightful book to page through for inspiration and to get expert baking and decorating advice. Kim-Joy presents recipes that are rated for difficulty "Paw ratings" and options for vegan and gluten free versions. Best of all is her thoughtful and embracing message to enjoy life and appreciate differences and individuality. A must read for the baking/cat fans in your life. Who knows, your favorite baker could suddenly want to adopt a cat and your favorite cat person might surprise you with a delicious bake.If baking makes things better, and cats make things better...what happens if you get a book that combines then? And what if the author is GBBO baker Kim-Joy? Well, you get a book that is an instant day brightener just from the illustrations and…
HugoHugo, DVD
DVD - 2012DVD, 2012
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Added Dec 11, 2023
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Beautiful book to screen adaptation with lush sets and a stellar cast. An interesting story within a story with interesting characters, scenes, and costumes. Plenty of cinematic tension makes the happy ending even more satisfying.
Please GrowPlease Grow, BookLessons on Thriving for Plants (and People)
by Testere, AlexBook - 2023 | First editionBook, 2023. First edition
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Added Dec 11, 2023
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This graphic novel style book presents parallels of life and plant growth to illustrate how concepts like dormancy, growth, and adaptation. Readers familiar with gardening will enjoy this meditative description of how plants require time, roots, and reflection just as people do. For people just starting to explore gardening, this book is a very nice invitation to the aspects of gardening that require patience and observation.This graphic novel style book presents parallels of life and plant growth to illustrate how concepts like dormancy, growth, and adaptation. Readers familiar with gardening will enjoy this meditative description of how plants require time, roots,…
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Added Sep 19, 2023
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Wonderful back to school or new to school title. Very nice storyline about making friends and getting comfortable in a new setting. The illustrations are the star of the show, with charming details that truly round out the characters.
The Parker InheritanceThe Parker Inheritance, Book
by Johnson, VarianBook - 2018 | First editionBook, 2018. First edition
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Added Sep 13, 2023
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This is a beautifully crafted book, Varian Johnson's skills as a writer truly shine in his creation of characters, parallel stories that intersect artfully, and presentation of a historical situations and their contemporary echoes. Without giving any spoilers, I will say that the resolutions underscore the beauty and necessity of people being free to be themselves, and how understanding the difficulties of the past go a long way towards building a better future. Sure, this book might be shelved in the kids/juvenile/young adult section, but the writing and storyline will hold the attention and interest of readers of many ages, including adults.This is a beautifully crafted book, Varian Johnson's skills as a writer truly shine in his creation of characters, parallel stories that intersect artfully, and presentation of a historical situations and their contemporary echoes. Without giving…
The Fabric of CivilizationThe Fabric of Civilization, BookHow Textiles Made the World
by Postrel, VirginiaBook - 2020 | First editionBook, 2020. First edition
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Added Mar 30, 2023
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This is one I am likely to buy for my personal library as the author packs so much incredible information into each chapter and provides a wide platform for deeper understanding of art, fashion, and labor in the context of fabric production. Clear, accessible writing that supports the deeply researched topics she introduces. An excellent approach to understanding the way historical processes become platforms that later becomes unseen but accepted.This is one I am likely to buy for my personal library as the author packs so much incredible information into each chapter and provides a wide platform for deeper understanding of art, fashion, and labor in the context of fabric production. Clear,…
Dragon Noodle PartyDragon Noodle Party, BookA Story of Chinese Zodiac Animals
by Compestine, Ying ChangBook - 2022 | First editionBook, 2022. First edition
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Added Feb 17, 2023
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A beautifully illustrated story showing each animal in the Chinese zodiac bringing an important ingredient to a party. The book includes a recipe for dragon beard noodles and the context of why they are part of celebrations. A great book for Lunar New Year or any time of year.A beautifully illustrated story showing each animal in the Chinese zodiac bringing an important ingredient to a party. The book includes a recipe for dragon beard noodles and the context of why they are part of celebrations. A great book for Lunar…
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Added Dec 24, 2022
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Five stars for a colorful and charming retelling of the Lion and the Mouse. Enjoyable for fans of reading and library settings as well as gentle adventure and exploration.
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Added Dec 23, 2022
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Fun and funny, the illustrations are colorful and charming. A little mouse in a striped shirt who likes to read? Count me in! An interesting cast of characters drives the story.
The Midnight FairThe Midnight Fair, Book
by Sterer, GideonBook - 2021 | First US editionBook, 2021. First US edition
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Added Dec 22, 2022
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Wordless picture books are quickly becoming a favorite, and this title by Gideon Sterer and Mariachiara Di Giorgio will be at the top of my list for the foreseeable future. The storyline of forest animals sneaking into and enjoying a carnival is clever band Di Giorgio's well thought out and brilliantly detailed illustrations are the perfect engine for the narrative. Full of busy characters, packed with intriguing details and interesting perspectives, this is read is just as much fun as a trip to the carnival.Wordless picture books are quickly becoming a favorite, and this title by Gideon Sterer and Mariachiara Di Giorgio will be at the top of my list for the foreseeable future. The storyline of forest animals sneaking into and enjoying a carnival is…
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