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All-Star Quilts: 10 Strip-Pieced Lone Star Sparklers
by Helen Frost Blanche Young&“Packed with color examples, patterns, and easy step-by-step directions . . . a fine pick for any quilter seeking an easier way of producing star quilts.&” ―Midwest Book Review Based on the eight-pointed LeMoyne star, these quilt projects use the tried-and-true strip-piecing method that Blanche Young originally developed in 1979. Blanche and her daughter Helen have been exploring this historical star ever since, playing with different configurations and sizes, to captivate generations of quilters to come. The ten projects include Lone Star, Touching Stars, Rolling Star, Broken Star, Star of Bethlehem, Double Star, and Blazing Star—all of which you can make without having to cut diamonds—and a gallery of twenty-five additional quilts is also provided!
All-Star Season (Kar-ben For Older Readers Ser.)
by T. S. YavinReuven is quiet and thoughtful. His younger brother Avi is outgoing and impulsive. As irritating as they can be to each other, the boys have two strong bonds-the solidity of their Jewish family life and their passionate love for baseball. As the book opens, Reuven, a pitcher, is desperately working for a spot on the end-of-season All-Star team, while happy-go-lucky Avi probably hasn't even thought that far ahead. Reuven is willing to ignore the advice of his parents and even involve his younger brother in his campaign to succeed. The tensions leading to the big game-and its surprise outcome-will satisfy all young baseball fans.
All-Terrain Survival for Fortniters: An Unofficial Guide to Battle Royale (Master Combat)
by Jason RichKnow your terrain and use it to your advantage with All-Terrain Survival. This all-new, unofficial, illustrated guide series will turn you into a master Fortnite: Battle Royale gamer by uncovering all the best strategies and secrets of this wildly popular game. Whether you play Fortnite: Battle Royale on a PC, Mac, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, or your mobile device, you’ll find everything you need to stay at the top of your game. <P><P>Each book is packed with useful insider tips on topics like, staying alive longer, exploring, collecting a powerful arsenal, building, and snagging more victories during each match. When it comes to achieving #1 Victory Royale, the Fortnite Battle Royale: Master Combat Series provides the ultimate competitive edge. There are more than a dozen unique points of interest in Fortnite, all with different settings. <P><P>The best gamers know how to soldier their way through deserts, tropics, forests, villages, cities, ice-covered plains, mountains, small islands, and any other terrain they encounter. Thanks to this illustrated, how-to guide, you can learn to spot the key differences between terrains, rise to the unique challenge each one poses, and master each setting where matches are held. <P><P>Use the tips and secrets in this book to explore, survive, and battle your way to #1 Victory Royale. Master Combat: All-Terrain Survival has everything you need to tough-it-out through every terrain and be the last soldier standing.
All-Terrain Trouble! (Pictureback(R))
by David CroattoYoung Batman™ fans can leap into the Caped Crusader's adventures with this full-color storybook inspired by the All-terrain Batmobile RC vehicle toy.Batman has to upgrade the Batmobile with big tires for some big action when a group of motocross bike riding jewel thieves hit Gotham City. Unfortunately, these bad guys are teamed up with a Super-Villain that may prove to be too much even for an All-terrain Batmobile to handle. Batman fans 3 to 7 will love the all the action in this full-color storybook that is just right for them!
All-Time Best Appetizers
by Cook'S IllustratedHosting a party is overwhelming enough; let the experts at Cook's Illustrated reduce some of the strain with this perfectly curated selection of "only the best": the 75 best appetizer recipes ever to come out of the test kitchen. An innovative organization makes it simple to put together a well-balanced spread that hits all the high points, from something dippable to snacks to munch by the handful to elegant two-bite treats. Chapters mix cocktail party classics and modern finger foods and satisfy a variety of menus, abilities, and styles. Invite Cook's Illustrated to your next soiree to guarantee the all-time best party for you and your guests.
All-Time Best Brunch (All-Time Best)
by America'S Test KitchenHost a brilliant brunch without the hassle. The secret is plenty of hands-off recipes, good make-ahead options, and the best tips for mastering techniques like poaching eggs.Everything that makes brunch great also makes it tricky to prepare at home. From just-set eggs to high-flying popovers to rich (not soggy) strata, it's challenging to get every element just right. Enter this fresh collection of 75 foolproof recipes that guarantee a perfectly executed brunch every time.This scrupulously tested recipe collection features inventive takes on brunch classics (our Huevos Rancheros delivers a whole meal from one sheet pan), helpful make-ahead options (you can freeze our Quick Coffee Cake unbaked for up to a month), and easy approaches to finicky favorites (our Eggs Benedict offers a hollandaise that holds without breaking and a streamlined egg poaching technique). A smart organization makes building a memorable brunch as easy as flipping through the pages. Go beyond everyday eggs with chile-packed Migas and fuss-free Baked Eggs Florentine (which achieves runny yolks and tender whites in a cheesy spinach base). Chapters on brunch sweets offer new weekend keepers, like Blueberry Swirl Muffins, Cider-Glazed Apple Bundt Cake, and French Toast Casserole (no hovering over the stove). Brunch's savory side gets equal billing with standout recipes like Leek and Goat Cheese Quiche and Savory Bread Pudding with Turkey Sausage and Kale, while a chapter of perfect sides such as Maple-Glazed Oven-Fried Bacon (no messy splattering) and Baked Cheese Grits rounds out the meal. And with recipes serving anywhere from 4 to 16 people you'll find options for brunches large and small.
All-Time Best Dinners for Two (All-Time Best)
by America'S Test KitchenLeave it to America's Test Kitchen to help you get a perfectly scaled dinner for two on the table--no guesswork required.Because small households, newlyweds, empty nesters, college students, and other two-person families shouldn't have to rely on recipes meant to serve four or six, we've reengineered our favorite dinner recipes from the ground up. We used equipment in unexpected ways, such as ramekins to make individual Chicken Pot Pies, and also found clever techniques for scaling recipes with ease, such as swapping in smaller blade steaks for a large chuck roast to make a streamlined Yankee Pot Roast for just two. An appendix with 15 side dish recipes offers fuss-free options for rounding out your meals, while an introduction full of tips and tricks will help you avoid waste and shop for small-scale recipes more efficiently.
All-Time Best Soups
by Cook'S IllustratedA perfect soup recipe is one you make forever--it is comforting, nourishing, the very essence of flavor. In this handsome, focused cookbook, the experts at Cooks Illustrated boil the world of soups down to the very best choices, each one a kitchen-tested keeper yielding flavors that exceed even what grandma cooked up. Here are the ideal broths, the heartiest rustic soups, most elegant purees, and the best examples from around the world. All-Time Best Soups turns soup-making into an everyday pleasure with recipes guaranteed to become cherished favorites.
All-Time Favorite Cowboy Stories
by Rochelle KronzekA corral of cattle rustlers, outlaws, and other desperadoes ride the range in this bronco-busting anthology of nineteen tales set in the Old West. Spanning the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, the diverse stories prove there's no "average" cowboy, but a wide range of rugged individuals. Yet these vividly portrayed characters all seem to possess a sense of freedom, a strong relationship with the land, and a desire to live by their own standards. The result is an action-packed collection that's a feast for anyone smitten by frontier fiction.The roundup is an adventurous mix -- from genre favorites Zane Grey and Frederic Remington to unexpected contributions from Mark Twain and Theodore Roosevelt. There's a romanticized spin from a female author, a unique viewpoint from a former slave, plus a 1902 story by Owen Wister taken from The Virginian, which molded the future of cowboy novels. In "The Caballero's Way" by O. Henry, the Cisco Kid discovers his lady love has strayed into the arms of a scheming ranger -- and concocts a devious plan for revenge. In "The Trouble Man" by Eugene Manlove Rhodes, a battle over territory between sheepherders and cattle owners leads to a deadly confrontation. With a short biography of each author, this anthology celebrates the courage and spirit that won the West!
All-Time Favorite Detective Stories
by Rochelle KronzekIn 1950, experts at Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine voted on the best detective stories ever written, and the result was this dazzling dozen. Two of the choices--Edgar Allan Poe's "The Purloined Letter" and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's "The Red-Headed League"--were regarded by their authors as their finest short stories. The remaining tales offer similarly high levels of excitement and mystery. Featured stories include G. K. Chesterton's "The Invisible Man," from The Innocence of Father Brown; "Suspicion" by Dorothy L. Sayers; Aldous Huxley's "The Gioconda Smile"; and "The Hands of Mr. Ottermole" by Thomas Burke. Additional tales include "The Avenging Chance" by Anthony Berkeley; "The Absent-Minded Coterie" by Robert Barr; Jacques Futrelle's "The Problem of Cell 13"; Melville D. Post's "Naboth's Vineyard"; "The Yellow Slugs" by H. C. Bailey; and E. C. Bentley's "The Genuine Tabard."
All-Time Favorite Sheet Cakes & Slab Pies: Easy to Make, Easy to Serve
by Bruce Weinstein Mark ScarbroughSheet cakes and slab pies have long been a staple at holidays, family reunions, and potlucks everywhere. Now authors Bruce Weinstein and Mark Scarbrough are reinventing these American originals with their new book All-Time Favorite Sheet Cakes & Slab Pies. And why not? Slab pies are the perfect flavor trifecta of flaky crust, jammy filling, and crumbly topping, while sheet cakes ensure that every bite of cake has a thick layer of frosting—satisfying even the most voracious sweet-tooth. Best of all, these delightful sweets are simple to make and can serve a crowd with ease.Whether you're looking for a timeless classic like Blueberry Buckle or craving something simply indulgent like the Bacon-Peanut Butter Cake with Maple Buttercream, with over 100 recipes inside you’ll find the perfect dessert for every occasion. In addition to the cakes and pies there are also recipes for cheesecakes, Danish, coffee cakes, and more. With some simple ingredients and a trusty sheet pan, you'll soon be whipping up scrumptious pies and cakes—all of them easy to make, fun to serve, and wonderful to eat.
All-in
by Pete Hautman"You know how they say you can't climb out of a hole till you hit bottom?" "Yeah?" "I'm trying to find the bottom." At seventeen, Denn Doyle isn't old enough to gamble legally, but thanks to his talent for reading tells, he's made a fortune -- and along the way, he's upset some of the most notorious Texas holdem players in Las Vegas, including Artie Kingston, who had already lost his nightclub to Denn. But now Denn's luck has run out and he's just about broke. His only chance is a million-dollar, winner-take-all tournament at Artie's new casino, but Denn can't play unless he comes up with the $10,000 entry fee. Denn's future all comes down to one hand of poker. National Book Award-winning author Pete Hautman introduced Denn Doyle in No Limit, of which School Library Journal said, "Fast paced and powerfully delivered...as taut and suspenseful as a high-stakes game." Here he deals another hand of love, luck, and greed in the high-stakes world of poker.
All-in-One CISSP Exam Guide, Seventh Edition
by Shon Harris Fernando MaymiThis book covers everything you need to know to become an (ISC)2-certified CISSP. It teaches you the hows and whys behind organizations' development and implementation of policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards. It covers network, application, and system vulnerabilities; what exploits them; and how to counter these threats. The book explains physical security, operational security, and why systems implement the security mechanisms they do. It also reviews the U.S. and international security criteria and evaluations performed on systems for assurance ratings, what these criteria mean, and why they are used. This book also explains the legal and liability issues that surround computer systems and the data they hold, including such subjects as computer crimes, forensics, and what should be done to properly prepare computer evidence associated with these topics for court. While this book is mainly intended to be used as a study guide for the CISSP exam, it is also a handy reference guide for use after your certification.
All-in-One Dutch Oven Cookbook for Two: One-Pot Meals You'll Both Love
by Janet A. ZimmermanWith one-pot meals specifically designed for duos, the All-In-One Dutch Oven Cookbook for Two is your ultimate solution to unwanted leftovers. Many Dutch oven cookbooks offer recipes meant to serve 6 or more. But why overspend on pricey ingredients or waste time in the kitchen you're only cooking for two? The All-In-One Dutch Oven Cookbook for Two will show you how to create the wholesome, delicious meals you want without all the leftovers you don't. More than 90 creative Dutch oven recipes that go beyond chili and stews, offering new perfect-for-two favorites like Butternut Squash Risotto and Chicken and Herb Dumplings Meals prep in less than 15 minutes and cook in under 45 minutes and use only your Dutch oven for a nearly hands-off cooking experience A sample weekly meal plan perfectly-portioned for two covers breakfasts, mains, vegetarian options, and even desserts Created by culinary instructor and food writer Janet Zimmerman, the All-In-One Dutch Oven Cookbook for Two calms the common stressors that can go along with cooking for two. You'll buy only what you need, use just one pot, and wipe your hands clean after the quickest cleanup ever. "My new favorite cookbook! I especially love that these meals are meant for two people and my husband and I don't end up with a ton of uneaten leftovers. A great cookbook for couples!"— Holly S., Amazon Customer
All-in-One Quilter's Reference Tool: Easy-to-Follow Charts, Tables & Illustrations
by Alex Anderson Harriet Hargrave Sharyn Craig Liz AneloskiThe 2nd edition of the essential quilting reference: &“this updated version of a beloved favorite includes 20 new pages with current information&” (Quilting Arts Magazine). How big is a twin-size quilt? How many squares can you cut from the amount of fabric you have? What's the best way to sew a mitered border? The All-in-One Quilter's Reference Tool gives you fast answers to these and dozens of other common quilting questions. Now this indispensable guide from top quilters Alex Anderson, Harriet Hargrave, Sharyn Craig, and Liz Aneloski has been updated to include more answers, more techniques, more quilt settings, and more blocks than ever before. &“Packed with almost any calculation you might need to create a quilt,&” this is the must-have answer book for quilters all around the world (Quilting Arts Magazine).
All-of-a-Kind Family (All-of-a-Kind Family Classics)
by Sydney TaylorA heartwarming story of five little girls living with their parents in New York City at the turn of the century. They have simple but happy times as they share adventures, holidays and surprises. When Mama tells them her big news, it's the most wonderful surprise of all!
All-of-a-Kind Family Downtown (All-of-a-Kind Family Classics)
by Sydney TaylorAlthough written 20 years later, this is chronologically the second book in the popular Jewish children's series. The five girls are a year older now, and Charlie is still a baby. Follow their year with the Jewish holidays and city life in the tenements of the lower East Side.
All-of-a-Kind Family Hanukkah
by Emily JenkinsThe beloved characters from Sydney Taylor's All-of-a-Kind Family return in this heartwarming picture book from the acclaimed author and Caldecott Award-winning artist. A Kirkus Reviews best book of the year that is perfect for Hanukkah gift-giving!"Share this joyous holiday tale of a Jewish immigrant family all year long." -- Kirkus Review, starred review The beloved All-of-a-Kind Family comes to life in a new format perfect for younger readers. Join the five sisters back in 1912, on the Lower East Side of NYC, and watch as preparations for Hanukkah are made. When Gertie, the youngest, is not allowed to help prepare latkes, she throws a tantrum. Banished to the girls' bedroom, she can still hear the sounds and smell the smells of a family getting ready to celebrate. But when Papa comes home she is given the best job of all: lighting the first candle on the menorah.First published in 1951, Taylor's chapter books have become time-honored favorites, selling over a million copies and touching generations of readers. In this time when immigrants often do not feel accepted, the All-of-a-Kind Family gives a heartwarming glimpse of a Jewish immigrant family and their customs that is as relevant--and necessary--today as when it was first written. Jenkins and Zelinsky's charming compliment to Taylor's series perfectly captures the warmth and family values that made the original titles classics.
All-of-a-Kind Family Uptown
by Sydney TaylorThe All-Of-A-Kind Family now lives in the Bronx ("Uptown") amidst non-Jewish families. More of the children's experiences, as first generation Americans with Jewish culture, as they are gowing up. World War I plays a part in this book. This series is a classic for Jewish girls ages 9-13.
All-round Expert In City: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Xiao LouTingYuHe was originally an ordinary orphan, but his stealth skill, "God", was activated by a lightning strike. He could hide himself to hug beauties and assassinate his enemies in the dark! Beautiful ladies, status is easy to obtain! He was a tyrannical king who roamed the world with his arms around the city!
All-round Expert In City: Volume 10 (Volume 10 #10)
by Xiao LouTingYuHe was originally an ordinary orphan, but his stealth skill, "God", was activated by a lightning strike. He could hide himself to hug beauties and assassinate his enemies in the dark! Beautiful ladies, status is easy to obtain! He was a tyrannical king who roamed the world with his arms around the city!
All-round Expert In City: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Xiao LouTingYuHe was originally an ordinary orphan, but his stealth skill, "God", was activated by a lightning strike. He could hide himself to hug beauties and assassinate his enemies in the dark! Beautiful ladies, status is easy to obtain! He was a tyrannical king who roamed the world with his arms around the city!
All-round Expert In City: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Xiao LouTingYuHe was originally an ordinary orphan, but his stealth skill, "God", was activated by a lightning strike. He could hide himself to hug beauties and assassinate his enemies in the dark! Beautiful ladies, status is easy to obtain! He was a tyrannical king who roamed the world with his arms around the city!
All-round Expert In City: Volume 4 (Volume 4 #4)
by Xiao LouTingYuHe was originally an ordinary orphan, but his stealth skill, "God", was activated by a lightning strike. He could hide himself to hug beauties and assassinate his enemies in the dark! Beautiful ladies, status is easy to obtain! He was a tyrannical king who roamed the world with his arms around the city!
All-round Expert In City: Volume 5 (Volume 5 #5)
by Xiao LouTingYuHe was originally an ordinary orphan, but his stealth skill, "God", was activated by a lightning strike. He could hide himself to hug beauties and assassinate his enemies in the dark! Beautiful ladies, status is easy to obtain! He was a tyrannical king who roamed the world with his arms around the city!