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The Complete Guide to Grilling Steak Cookbook: Master the Cuts, Rubs, and Grilling Techniques
by Frank CampanellaSet your steak game to sizzleNothing beats a perfectly grilled steak. But how do you create that supremely satisfying flavor at home? Enter The Complete Guide to Grilling Steak. This meaty cookbook is full of tips that take you from purchase and prep through grilling, slicing, and serving a superb steak.What makes this steak cookbook stand out (and makes it a great grilling gift for the pit master in your life):Master the grill—Handle your grill like a pro this grilling season with a primer on gas vs. charcoal, direct vs. indirect heat, achieving the right searing temperature, and so much more.Know your cuts—Learn the difference between a flank steak and a flat iron as you explore the cuts and quality of meat, the aging process, and the best way to prepare every type of steak.Steaks, sides, and sauces—Grill up a full feast with both classic and creative steak recipes, along with perfectly paired sides, rubs, and marinades.Pick up this must-have grilling cookbook and serve some spectacular steaks this summer!
The Complete Guide to Investing in Foreclosures
by Steve BergesThe Complete Guide to Investing in Foreclosures is written to help you identify and take advantage of opportunities while avoiding the pitfalls.As demand for real estate has skyrocketed, so have prices. But finding affordable properties to buy and sell for profit has never been easier! Why? Because foreclosures are at an all-time high, meaning banks and other lenders have unprecedented numbers of properties they are all too eager to unload. That's your opportunity to acquire prime properties -- both residential and commercial -- at incredible value, and build a substantial real estate portfolio that should give you great returns for years to come.Real estate investment professional Steve Berges gives you:Secrets for finding great properties before they're public knowledgeFoolproof strategies for buying properties at all stages of foreclosureImportant information you need to know before investing in any foreclosurePowerful ways to take advantage of little-known alternatives like HUD, SBA, VA, and IRS properties, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac foreclosures, pre- and post-foreclosure opportunities, and moreA full selection of value assessment tools, lead-generation strategies, and practical step-by-step processesThe 7 Caveats of Investing in ForeclosuresForeclosures may be the quickest and most reliable way to profit in real estate-but you've got to know what you're doing. Whether you're new to the game or are already experienced in buying and selling foreclosed properties, The Complete Guide to Investing in Foreclosures gives you everything you need to make smart moves at every stage of the process.
The Complete Guide to Middle-Earth: From The Hobbit Through the Lord of the Rings and Beyond
by Robert Hill FosterFor the millions who have already ventured to Middle-earth, and for the countless others who have yet to embark on the journey–here is the one indispensable A-to-Z guide that brings Tolkien’s universe to life. EVERY CHARACTERFrom Adaldrida Brandybuck to Zaragamba–every Hobbit, Elf, Dwarf, Man, Orc, or other resident of Middle-earth is vividly described and accurately located in proper place and time. EVERY PLACEColorfully detailed descriptions of geographical entries allow you to pick up the action anywhere in Middle-earth and follow it through all five volumes. EVERY THINGFrom stars and streams to food and flora, everything found in Middle-earth is alphabetically listed and, when necessary, cross-referenced. HERE IS TRULY A MASTER KEY TO TOLKIEN’S MIDDLE-EARTH
The Complete Guide to Modern Massage: Step-by-Step Massage Basics and Techniques from Around the World
by Ryan Jay Hoyme LMT, BCTMBLearn the healing power of touch with a new, up-to-date reference from The Complete Guide to Modern Massage. Massage is a natural method to relieve pain and reduce stress—and anyone can learn how to do it. The Complete Guide to Modern Massage offers an updated reference to learn popular techniques and feel the physical and emotional benefits of massage. From classic styles such as Swedish or Shiatsu to new favorites like Ayurvedic and Thai, this massage guide offers illustrated, step-by-step instruction to master techniques from around the world. Complete with massage practices for pain relief, you'll learn how to heal your family, friends, partners, and even yourself of common ailments with your own two hands. The Complete Guide to Modern Massage includes: An introduction to massage that outlines the history and basic principles of massage and how they relate to modern practice. World-famous massage techniques that include Deep Tissue, Reflexology, Tui Na, Cranialsacral, Reiki, and more! Restorative applications for healing common ailments including headaches, neck pain, PMS, lower back pain, and more. Easy-to-follow guidance with illustrations, and simple step-by-step directions to master every technique. Give and receive rejuvenating massages with world-famous techniques and step-by-step instructions from The Complete Guide to Modern Massage.
The Complete Guide to Nature Photography: Professional Techniques for Capturing Digital Images of Nature and Wildlife
by Sean ArbabiThe authoritative guide for photographing nature in today's digital world Infused with both a passion for nature and an abundance of technical expertise, The Complete Guide to Nature Photography guides amateur photographers through every stage of shooting landscapes, close-ups, and animal portraits in today's digital world. Master nature photographer Sean Arbabi offers insider advice on everything from packing your gear bag to selecting sites, staying safe while working in the field, getting a perfect exposure, composing your images for maximum impact, and processing your digital images afterward. Packed with more than 200 inspiring and instructive images, this complete course is the only book you'll need to capture the beauty of the world around you.From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Complete Guide to Smoking Meat: 100 Smokin' Good Recipes for BBQ and More
by Derrick Riches Sabrina BakshLearn everything you need to know to make mind-blowingly delicious smoked meats There's something about the intoxicating aroma of brisket roasting over an open flame. Makes your mouth water, doesn't it? The Complete Guide to Smoking Meat gives you the know-how to make melt-in-your mouth smoked meat at home. This essential smoker cookbook provides clear, step-by-step methods and recipes that will get you fired up about BBQ and turn you into a meat smoking master. What sets this BBQ cookbook apart from other smoker recipes cookbooks: Smoker fundamentals—Learn all about smokers, the basic tools you'll need, how to set up cooking zones, and more. Master your fire—Discover which wood to use to achieve the flavor you desire, how to prep meats, and strategies for achieving the perfect amount of smoke. 100 smokin' good recipes—Make everything from traditional low and slow BBQ to hot and fast meat dishes, including Central Texas Barbecue Brisket, Spicy Smoky Dino Ribs, and Peruvian Chicken with Aji Verde. You also get smoked sides and fruit- and vegetable-based recipes to add to your wood-fired repertoire. Cook up the best BBQ in town with The Complete Guide to Smoking Meat.
The Complete Guide to Soccer Fitness and Injury Prevention
by Donald T. KirkendallWhat are the best fuel foods for soccer players? What training regimen will best prepare young soccer players and improve their resistance to injuries? This comprehensive guide to health and fitness for soccer players offers expert advice for soccer teams at all levels. With decades of combined experience treating and training elite soccer players, exercise physiologist Donald Kirkendall and orthopedic specialist William E. Garrett Jr. present complex issues in an easy-to-understand format. The book addresses the physical and mental demands of the game, including the differences between boys' and girls' games and the differences in the levels of play in youth, college, and professional leagues; nutrition fundamentals, including food, drink, and vitamin supplements; physiology and training methods, with an emphasis on the basic elements of flexibility, speed, strength, and conditioning; and injury treatment and prevention.For players looking to step up their game, for parents who want to keep their kids healthy, and for coaches seeking the advice of the pros, this guide is an indispensable reference to keep handy on the sidelines.This comprehensive guide to health and fitness for soccer players offers expert advice for soccer teams at all levels. With decades of combined experience treating and training elite soccer players, Donald Kirkendall and William E. Garrett Jr. present complex issues in an easy-to-understand format. They discuss training practices, physical problems soccer players often encounter, and ways to treat and prevent injury. For players looking to step up their game, for parents who want to keep their kids healthy, and for coaches seeking the advice of the pros, this guide is an indispensable reference to keep handy on the sidelines.Topics covered include:* Important differences between boys' and girls' games* Best foods and fluids for maximum performance* Basic training concepts* Speed training tips* Training considerations specific to female athletes* Muscle soreness* Treatment of head, knee, leg, ankle, foot, and other injuries* When to return to play after an injury-->
The Complete Guide to Tarot and Astrology: Everything You Need to Know to Harness the Wisdom of the Cards and the Stars
by Louise EdingtonIlluminate your purpose and your path through tarot and astrology Tarot and astrology can be effective tools when you need to work through complicated feelings and questions. This comprehensive guide examines how useful the two practices can be when combined, highlighting the insight they offer into relationships, personal decisions, and so much more.What sets this tarot book guide apart:Foundations of tarot and astrology—A complete overview explores the evolution of both tarot and astrology, including essential elements like planets, suits, houses, and modalities.Sample readings and spreads—Build a relationship with your cards and hone your ability to interpret their symbols with examples of classic readings and spreads, including the Horseshoe and Full Moon.Card profiles—Take a deeper dive into the Major Arcana cards, like The Magician, as well as Minor Arcana cards, like the Queen of Swords, and discover how they represent life events and archetypal issues.Harness the power of tarot and astrology for personal growth and self-discovery with this comprehensive guide.
The Complete Guide to Tarot: Master the Cards, Sharpen Your Intuition, and Unlock the Magic Within You
by Dawn MarinoFind answers in the cards with this comprehensive reference Manifest with the Magician, pave the way for new beginnings with the Tower, and connect to your subconscious with the High Priestess. Tarot will empower your intuition and help you gain insight into your life and the lives of others. This comprehensive tarot book guide demystifies the ancient art to provide you with the knowledge and techniques you need to approach your tarot practice with confidence. You'll unlock your destiny by learning tarot symbols and meanings, how to set intentions, and how to create and read spreads for any situation. Tarot fundamentals—Begin your journey with tarot history, tips for connecting with your tarot cards, and advice on focusing your intentions. Bring your cards to life—Dive into your deck with profiles of all 78 cards that include upright and reversed keywords, prominent symbols, and astrology, as well as a glossary of key terms for easy reference. Tarot spreads—Learn card spreads for personal growth, overcoming obstacles, and peering into the past, present, and future. Tap into your wisdom and open up a whole new world of possibilities with this tarot card meaning book.
The Complete Guide to VR & 360 Photography: Make, Enjoy, and Share & Play Virtual Reality
by Jonathan TustainThe Complete Guide to VR will help you get to grips with this exciting new technology from first principles, so you know what's out there, and what you want.Discover all there is to know about home VR systems, whether they're computer-based, or work using your mobile phone. This book will introduce you to a whole spectrum of VR possibilities including VR games, creating your own VR films and exploring the world using it.
The Complete Guide to Vegan Food Substitutions: Veganize It! Foolproof Methods for Transforming Any Dish into a Delicious New Vegan Favorite
by Celine Steen Joni Marie Newman“It reveals exactly how to replace any ingredient in any recipe. The results aren’t just stellar—they’re even better than the ‘real’ thing!” —Rory Freedman, #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Skinny BitchThe Complete Guide to Vegan Food Substitutions is your secret weapon to turning any recipe imaginable into a deliciously “veganized” success—no guesswork or hard labor involved. And no more kitchen failures or recipe flops either. Simply look up whatever non-vegan ingredient you want to sub out, and expert author team Celine Steen and Joni Marie Newman will explain exactly what substitution is best to use and how to make it without compromising taste or flavor, so you’ll create dishes that are not only better than the “real” thing, but healthier, too.With more than 200 recipes and substitutions that show the swaps in action, you’ll find step-by-step instructions for replacing everything from butter and bacon to gelatin and gouda. You’ll also find healthy substitutions for replacing things like gluten, sugar, and fat, so you can fine-tune any recipe to your dietary needs. You and your family and friends will be amazed and delighted with these and more plant-based dishes:Eggs Benedict with HamWestern Bacon CheeseburgersIndian-Spiced Pumpkin GratinCheesy “Chicken” CasseroleFish-y Sticks with Tartar SauceWalnut Chocolate BrowniesVanilla Latte Ice CreamStunning photography and easy-to-follow charts appear in every chapter, making it a cinch to dip in and out whenever you need a quick reference or recipe. If you’ve always wanted to turn your aunt’s famous mac and cheese into a veganized taste sensation, or your grandma’s buttermilk pie into a rousing, “reinvented” success, this guide is the solution you’ve been looking for!
The Complete HVACR Lab Manual
by Eugene Silberstein Jason ObrzutThe Complete HVACR Lab Manual is a comprehensive resource that covers the essential knowledge and skills required to be an HVAC technician. Featuring over 250 lab exercises, this lab manual is designed to support the hands-on application and practice needed to confidently approach HVAC/R system issues.
The Complete Handbook of Novel Writing: Everything You Need to Know to Create & Sell Your Work
by Writer's Digest EditorsGet advice from the best in the business on every stage of the novel-writing and publishing process! In The Complete Handbook of Novel Writing, 3rd Edition, you'll learn from established writers about how to make your novel a reality. Discover techniques and strategies for generating ideas, connecting with readers emotionally, and finding inspiration you need to finish your work. This fully revised edition includes an updated marketing section for navigating the unique challenges and possibilities of the evolving literary marketplace. Inside you'll find new essays from dozens of best-selling authors and publishing professionals detailing how to:Master the elements of fiction, from plot and character to dialogue and point of viewDevelop a unique voice and sensibility in your writingManage the practical aspects of writing, from overcoming writer's block to revising your workDetermine the key elements for success in every genreFind an agent, market your work, and get published--or self-publish--successfullyYou'll also find interviews with some of the world's finest and most popular writers, including David Baldacci, Lee Child, Robert Crais, Khaled Hosseini, Hugh Howey, Stephen King, Dennis Lehane, George R.R. Martin, Jojo Moyes, Anne Rice, Jane Smiley, and Garth Stein. Their insights on the craft and business of fiction will provide you with invaluable mentorship as you embark on your writing journey.The Complete Handbook of Novel Writing is your go-to guide for every aspect of creating a bestseller.
The Complete Handbook of Quantum Healing: An A–Z Self-Healing Guide for Over 100 Common Ailments
by Deanna MinichThe holistic healing handbook for a homeopathic household. &“This book is a beautiful integration of Eastern and Western healing disciplines.&” —Scott Rigden, MD, author of The Ultimate Metabolism Diet Heal your body naturally using an array of well-researched and long-practiced techniques. This easy-to-understand holistic healing library provides multiple healing approaches to the most common ailments, so you&’ll have access to the best approach for you and will be feeling better in no time. Our lives are intertwined with the unexpected. We are bound to become ill or get hurt, probably multiple times in our lives. When that happens, The Complete Handbook of Quantum Healing makes healing your body easy by providing an A-Z reference guide of over 100 health issues, each with healing options using different types of holistic medicine, so you&’ll be sure to find the best approach—or approaches—for you. See real results through trusted techniques. A perfect holistic healing gift or addition to anyone&’s natural health kit, The Complete Handbook of Quantum Healing seamlessly blends new-world science with old-world knowledge. With her deep understanding of both the medical and the spiritual side of healing, author Deanna Minich, PhD, translates her medical knowledge to simple holistic healing techniques that anyone can use and that have been shown to work. Inside, you&’ll find: An A-Z list of over 100 common ailments Seven self-healing options for each ailment including herbal medicines, essential oils, crystals, and more Self-healing quotes, meditations, and healing energy exercises to restore the body and the soul If you like natural healing books such as The Modern Herbal Dispensary, Medical Medium, or When the Body Says No, you&’ll love The Complete Book of Quantum Healing.
The Complete History of Cross-Country Running: From the Nineteenth Century to the Present Day
by Hutchinson Andrew Boyd Virgin CraigIn The Complete History of Cross-Country Running, author Andrew Boyd Hutchinson captures the full history of cross-country running, from the early 1800s to the present day, on both a national and international scale. It includes chronicles of legendary teams, inspirational tales of achievement, controversies, and interviews with record-breaking runners past and present. From Walter George and Alfred Shrubb to Steve Prefontaine, Bill Rogers, and Galen Rupp—and everyone in between—Hutchinson uncovers all angles, via training logs, discussions with coaches, and the review of newspaper archives for race results and forgotten storylines. He offers commentary from Olympians such as David Torrence and Shannon Rowbury, amongst others. Along the way, the book addresses the following topics: • How cross country began in England • How the sport found its way to American colleges and universities • The birth of the International Cross-Country Championships • All the close events, including the 2012 race between Molly Huddle and Sara Hall at the US National Cross-Country Championship • And so much more!
The Complete Hot Sauce Cookbook: 60 Fiery Hot Sauce Recipes from Around the World
by Michael ValenciaSpice up mealtime with 60 easy-to-make hot sauce recipesHot sauces can add zesty characteristics to just about any meal. From interesting new flavors and bright colors to fiery sensations, they can turn an ordinary dish into an extraordinary one. The Complete Hot Sauce Cookbook gives you a deep and comprehensive look into the wonderful world of hot sauce. Discover how to rate a pepper's hotness with the Scoville Scale, the various types of peppers, and other flavoring options to toss in. With recipes ranging from Central America to Southeast Asia, this comprehensive hot sauce cookbook is sure to elevate your cooking.The Complete Hot Sauce Cookbook includes:Array of flavors—This hot sauce cookbook offers plenty of options for hot sauces that range in spiciness.What's new?—Get updated information on the ever-changing pepper landscape.Keep it fresh—Learn about the best ways to preserve your sauces.Add heat and flavor to your meals with The Complete Hot Sauce Cookbook.
The Complete How to Speak Southern
by Steve Mitchell Sam C. RawlsThe laugh sensation that swept the nation, How to Speak Southern and More How to Speak Southern, is now collected in one complete-and completely hilarious-volume. Embraced by Southerners everywhere and dedicated to all Yankees in the hope that it will teach them to talk right, this uproarious book decodes "Suthun" wit and wisdom for "Nawthun" upstarts everywhere. From "aig" (a breakfast food that may be fried, scrambled, boiled, or poached) to "zackly" (as in "precisely"), here's just a sampling of what you'll find inside: ATTAIR: Contraction used to indicate the specific item desired. "Pass me attair gravy, please."EVERWHICHAWAYS: To be scattered in all directions. "You should have been there when the train hit that chicken truck. Them chickens flew ever which aways."YONTNY: Do you want any. "Yontny more corn bread?" Funny as well as informative, this laugh-out-loud dictionary will keep you laughing and learning-no matter where you fall on the Mason-Dixon Line! From the Hardcover edition.
The Complete Human Body (DK Human Body Guides)
by Dr. Alice RobertsWe inhabit it, we are it, and we are surrounded by 6.8 billion examples of it on the planet – the human body. Some parts of it are still mysteries to science and much is a mystery to the average person on the street. But we've come a long way from the sketches and diagrams drawn by the first anatomists in Ancient Greece. Making full use of new medical procedures and imaging techniques, The Complete Human Body is the definitive guide to the development, form, function, and disorders of the human body, illustrated with unprecedented clarity by new computer-generated artworks and the latest medical and microscopic imaging. Exploring the body's form and function in greater depth than any other popular reference, from muscle structure and activity to motor pathways within the brain, The Complete Human Body will have great appeal to students and a broad range of healthcare professionals, as well as families. Includes an interactive DVD and website!
The Complete Human Body, 2nd Edition: The Definitive Visual Guide (DK Human Body Guides)
by Dr. Alice RobertsIntricate details of all aspects of the human body down to the smallest detail – from our cells and DNA to the largest bone in our bodies, the femur.3D generated illustrations and medical imaging provide a close look at the body&’s forms and functions in physiology and anatomy, showing how the body works and its amazing systems and abilities.To understand our modern human bodies, this book first looks at our ancestors and how the evolution of Homo Sapiens shaped our anatomy. This gave us the ability to walk tall, create language, and make tools with our incredibly adapted opposable thumbs. Learn how we can see evolution in our DNA, and the functions of DNA. Read about the things you can only see with microscopes and other special imaging machines, like cell structure, motor pathways in the brain, and the inner iris.All these many parts work together to make the human body. The physiology of our body is written in clarifying detail. Learn about the organs and systems that operate within, like the cardiovascular, digestive, and neural systems. See our elegant anatomy and read how the skeleton, muscles, and ligaments operate to allow movement. This second edition has included more detail on the joints in the hands and feet. The Complete Human Body takes you from infancy to old age showing how our body grows and changes, and what can go wrong.2nd Edition: Enhanced and UpdatedThis visual guide uses remarkable illustrations and diagrams to peek inside our complex and astounding bodies. It has been written in an easy-to-follow format, with straightforward explanations to give you the best overview of the many things that make us human. Suitable for young students who want an extra resource for school, people working in medical fields, or for anyone with a keen interest in human biology.Inside the body of the book: • The Integrated Body • Anatomy • How the Body Works • Life Cycles • Diseases and Disorders
The Complete Hummus Cookbook: Over 100 Recipes - Vegan-Friendly
by Catherine GillFeaturing over 100 delicious recipes, The Complete Hummus Cookbook is the perfect primer for anyone looking for easy to prepare, healthy food choices.Protein-rich and vegan-friendly, hummus is one of the healthiest and most nutritious dishes that many people don't talk more about. The Complete Hummus Cookbook changes that conversation. With over 100 yummy recipes, this cookbook shows everyone that hummus is not only delicious, but also extremely versatile, low-cholesterol, protein-rich and healthy. The Complete Hummus Cookbook also provides information on the perfect food to pair hummus with as well as how to make different kinds of hummus with chickpeas, black beans, lentils, edamame and green peas. Yum!
The Complete Idiot's Concise Guide to the Bible, 3e
by Stan CampbellWith this helpful guide, learn more about the Scriptures that serve as the foundation of Christianity, from the birth to the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and everything in between.
The Complete Idiot's Guide Music Dictionary: Music Explained in the Simplest Terms
by Dr. Stanford FelixA musician's vocabulary needs more than Do, Re, Mi... Written in clear, concise, easy-to-understand language, The Complete Idiot's Guide® Music Dictionary covers a multitude of musical aspects indispensable to any musician. Author and music professor Stanford Felix has compiled the most commonly found terms and explains them in a way that even the most novice musician can comprehend. • The only dictionary geared toward the beginner musician • Gives clear, concise definitions of terms, theories, and instruments, as well as important works, musicians, and composers
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Arthritis: Manage Your Arthritis. Enjoy Your Life.
by Karen K. Brees Amye L. Leong Neal S. BirnbaumNo one has to live with the pain . . . There are over 46 million Americans who suffer from some form of arthritis. Here, longtime arthritis sufferer and internationally renowned consultant Amye L. Long and medical expert in the field of arthritis Dr. Neal S. Birnbaum offer a clear, jargon-free, and comprehensive guide to understanding this disease. • Includes detailed explanations of the various forms of the disease and symptoms, and how lifestyle can contribute to the severity of the conditions • Describes the full range of traditional medical treatments from prescription drugs and physical therapy to surgery, as well as alternative treatments including supplements, super foods, and detox • Coping methods such as meditation and lifestyle changes
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Bartending, 2nd Edition: Tend Bar Like a Pro with Over 1,500 Creative Cocktail Recipes
by Amy ZavattoMix, make, shake, and stir like a pro! Whether tending bar or entertaining at home, experienced bartenders or novices will find The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Bartending, Second Edition, serves up everything drink makers need to know to create great tasting beverages and cocktails. This updated edition includes: • One hundred brand-new recipes and the latest techniques • A brand-new section on creating specialty and theme cocktails for weddings and parties • New recipes for making mixers, bitters, and more
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Baseball
by Johnny Bench Larry BurkeIn this book, Johnny Bench brings the game of baseball back to the fans and introduces it to newcomers. In his inimitable, authoritative voice, Bench explains the rules, history and lore of baseball in terms anyone can understand and appreciate.