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The Songbird: A Novel
by Marcia Willett“Willett is an elegant writer . . . This moving, multigenerational saga slowly reveals the essence of her fully realized cast of characters.” ―Shelf AwarenessWhen Tim confides in Mattie that he needs a sabbatical from work and a fresh place to live, she suggests he move into one of the cottages at her family’s home in the beautiful English countryside. She senses there’s something he’s not telling her, but she has faith that he’ll fit right in with the eccentric but affectionate crowd at Brockscombe.As he gets to know the warm jumble of family who share their lives, Tim discovers that everyone there has their secrets. There’s Kat, a retired ballet dancer who longs to take the stage again; Charlotte, a young navy wife struggling to bring up her son while her husband is at sea; and William, who has tried hard to get over his estranged wife—though it’s much harder now that she’s trying to move into the cottage Tim just occupied. And, even when she’s far away, Tim knows there’s Mattie . . . beautiful, engaging, clever Mattie. Can Tim open up to her? Would it matter, he wonders, if he did?Marcia Willett, the master of the charming country novel, once again weaves the stories of her vibrant, lovable characters into this heartwarming read.“Weaving multiple story lines through seamless interactions, Willett creates real people facing real problems and in so doing immerses readers in a world that is familiar and comforting.” ―Booklist
All That Can Be Expected: The Battle of Camden and the British High Tide in the South, August 16, 1780 (Emerging Revolutionary War Series)
by Mark Wilcox Robert OrrisonA history and analysis of the 1780 South Carolina battle that marked the turning point for Great Britain in the American Revolutionary War. “An impressive work of collaborative historical research by historians Robert Orrison and Mark Wilcox, this is the newest title in the simply outstanding ‘Emerging Revolutionary War’ series from Savas Beatie and a welcome, unreservedly recommended pick.”—Midwest Book Review “They have done all that can be expected of them, we are outnumbered and outflanked,” explained Lt. Col. Benjamin Ford regarding the desperate situation his Marylanders faced on the disastrous day of August 16, 1780.Many historians consider the battle of Camden as the high tide of Great Britain’s prospects for victory in the American South. In the spring of 1780, British leadership focused their attention on conquering the Southern Colonies. Charleston capitulated, along with the bulk of the American army defending it, in May of 1780. After its fall, the British set up outposts across South Carolina’s backcountry to secure that colony before moving into North Carolina. In response, the Continental Congress sent Gen. Horatio Gates, the “hero of Saratoga,” to take over the Southern Department. Gates reorganized the forces there and named his field command “Grand Army,” whose core was a small contingent of experienced Continentals from Maryland and Delaware. The majority, however, was comprised of untested soldiers and newly recruited militia from Virginia and North Carolina. Soon after his arrival, Gates led his army south to confront the British near Camden, South Carolina. The mostly inexperienced American force found itself facing some of the best units of the British army under the command of one of its best generals, Charles Cornwallis. The result was an unmitigated disaster for the Americans with far-reaching consequences.In All That Can Be Expected: The Battle of Camden and the British High Tide in the South, August 16, 1780, historians Rob Orrison and Mark Wilcox set forth the events surrounding one of the worst American military defeats in United States history. Readers will also follow in the footsteps of American and British soldiers through the South Carolina backcountry on a narrative tour to help better understand this fascinating campaign of August 1780.
Taming the Montana Millionaire (Montana Mavericks: Thunder Canyon Cowboys)
by Teresa SouthwickA bad boy returns to his small western hometown and reunites with the woman he left behind in this heartwarming romance.Can the rumors be believed? Haley Anderson and Marlon Cates? The major crush who kissed her…only to vanish from her life six years ago? Thunder Canyon's bad-boy-made-good is back. And no way is Haley letting the gorgeous tycoon anywhere near her heart.But Marlon seems determined to prove he's a changed man. And the way he's endearing himself to the teens at her community center is making Haley wonder if he's planning to make his stay a permanent one. Because Marlon hasn't forgotten that kiss, either. Stay tuned, loyal readers, to find out if Marlon can become Haley's—and Thunder Canyon's—true hometown hero!
Marriage of Inconvenience
by Cheryl BolenFrom a New York Times bestselling author, an inspirational Regency romance about a convenient marriage that leads a lady and a handsome earl to love.Proposing to the Earl of Aynsley seems a sensible—if unconventional—solution to Miss Rebecca Peabody’s predicament. As a married woman, she will be free to keep writing her essays on civil reform. Meanwhile, the distinguished widower will gain a stepmother for his seven children and a caretaker for his vast estate. But the earl wants more than a convenient bride. He craves a true partner, a woman he can cherish. To his surprise, the bookish Miss Peabody appears to have every quality he desires…except the willingness to trust her new husband. Yet despite his family’s interference, and her steadfast independence, time and faith could make theirs a true marriage of hearts.
Winter Fusion
by Anna HackettEnemies become lovers when a man and a woman on opposite sides of a an intergalactic war are forced into close proximity in this sci-fi romantic adventure.Ex-space marine Savan Bardan survived the Galactic Wars to become the most ruthless trade negotiator in the galaxy. His planet needs energy to survive, and he'll do anything to close the deal for the Perman fusion crystals that can provide it?even if it means seducing his beautiful, infuriating opponent, a rival icier than her planet.Perma's top negotiator, Brinn Fjord, lost her father when Savan delayed her planet's Trade Guild membership years ago. She hates the handsome Rendarian and the planet he represents. She's determined to finish the deal and get rid of him as quickly as possible, so she can celebrate the holidays.But soon the rival negotiators are in a fight for their lives. Besieged by mysterious accidents and unforgiving weather, Brinn and Savan have no one to depend on but each other. As they put the past aside, they uncover a desire hot enough to melt ice, and Brinn discovers a secret that may keep them apart."A very good take on the "enemies into lovers" trope. Very, very good."--Book Lovers Inc
Marriage by Contract: Part 3 (36 Hours)
by Sandra SteffenA doctor and nurse find their convenient marriage challenged when the custody of their adopted child is at stake in this emotional romance.For Bethany Kent, life has never been more perfect. She has a beautiful baby and a gorgeous, accomplished husband. Despite the marriage of convenience start to their life together, she and Tony are falling in love. But then Christopher's birth mother returns and wants her son back.If Bethany does what is right and gives up Christopher, will she lose Tony, as well? As a devastating summer storm hits Grand Springs, Colorado, the next thirty-six hours will change the town and its residents forever.Marriage by Contract continues the stories of the people of Grand Springs.
The Ultimate Kogin Collection: Projects and patterns for counted sashiko embroidery
by Susan BriscoeDiscover the beautiful Japanese embroidery technique kogin and how to use it to create stunning stitched and quilted projects. Kogin is a counted embroidery technique traditionally used for reinforcing fabrics and decorative darning. Japanese embroidery expert, Susan Briscoe, has compiled a collection of over 230 pattern charts and 12 accompanying projects to create The Ultimate Kogin Collection, following on from her previous bestselling title The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook.Create contemporary makes for modern living with projects ranging from small and very accessible items to larger projects, with step-by-step instructions to help you:Try out new stitches and use your samples to create pretty, framed picturesEmbellish fabric and sew it into cute pouches and gadget coziesCreate Japanese-inspired homewares with embroidered linensChoose individual motifs for small projects like little coin pursesUse your stitch samples to create handmade greetings cardsTry your hand at one of these projects or use the extensive pattern library to design your own kogin treasures.
Fat Boy and the Champagne Salesman: Göring, Ribbentrop, and the Nazi Invasion of Poland
by Rush Loving Jr.“A wonderfully researched, written, and fast-paced book about the inevitable march toward World War II, and the personalities who made it a reality.” —Fred Rasmussen, Baltimore SunFat Boy and the Champagne Salesman offers a compelling behind-the-scenes exploration of the road to World War II and the invasion of Poland by the Hitler’s Third Reich. Focusing on the personal power plays within Hitler’s inner circle, author Rush Loving details the struggle for Hitler’s approval, long before the battle for Poland had begun.The rivalry was between “Fat Boy,” the moniker given to Hermann Göring by his fellow Nazi generals, and “the Champagne Salesman,” Joachim von Ribbentrop, nicknamed for his previous career, and it was at the heart of Germany’s plans for the expansion of the Reich into Poland. Göring, founder of the Lüftwaffe and the man who oversaw the armaments industry, was convinced that any invasion of Poland would lead to war with England and France, who were committed to its defense. Von Ribbentrop, Hitler’s foreign minister, argued that the Allies would stand down and continue their policy of appeasement. Only one would be proven correct.An engrossing and dramatic tale, Fat Boy and the Champagne Salesman shows Göring and Ribbentrop playing a tug-of-war with Hitler’s will. Loving’s vivid narrative of the struggle between the two advisers lends a new understanding of the events leading to the opening days of World War II.“A fascinating, meticulously researched account of the infighting at the top of the Nazi hierarchy during the run-up to the opening act of World War II.”—Andrew Nagorski, Israel Journal of Foreign Affairs
Happiness Cleaning: How to Embrace the Mess and Love the Cleanup
by Aurikatariina Kananen Nea Johanna Mattila Oona LaineA house cleaning expert and international social media influencer teaches you how to transform your living space from disaster to sanctuary. Enter a judgment-free cleaning zone! Auri Kananen travels the globe cleaning the filthiest houses for free. Auri does not judge, she helps! Whether you have a daily cleaning schedule or haven’t tidied in ages, this book for cleaning includes strategies for staying on top of dirt, tackling tough stains, and keeping your home looking great. Aurikatariina makes house cleaning less of a burden and with her easygoing philosophy, she shows you the joy it can bring.The perfect guide for anybody by an author from Tik Tok! If you’re a student looking to keep clean a chaotic dorm room, a busy parent juggling responsibilities, or someone wanting to create a more inviting living space, Aurikatariina’s book is perfect for you. Stories of how Auri’s cleaning impacted people’s real lives fuel the hope and motivation needed to experience the life-changing power of cleaning. So why wait? Transform your home into a clean, organized oasis today!Inside, you’ll find:The behind-the-scenes reality of cleaning the dirtiest, messiest homes around the worldPractical tips and advice for house cleaning to inspire your daily cleaning scheduleSpring cleaning hacks for those who aspire toward home organizationA guide for those who want to create a more comfortable, inviting living spaceA new perspective and less anxiety around cleaningIf you’re looking for books on housekeeping, add this to your cleaning arsenal! If you liked The Home Edit, Beautifully Organized, or The Cluttered Connection, you’ll love Happiness Cleaning.
Nagato-Class Battleships: IJN Super-Dreadnoughts Nagato and Mutsu
by Hans LengererIncludes a historical synopsis, full technical description, and more than 100 photographs and diagrams.
Projects and Techniques for Metal Clay Jewelry: A Creative Approach to Making 13 Bracelets, Necklaces, Earrings, Findings and More
by Tamara HonamanMetal Clay has been on the scene since the early 1990s but is still considered a new medium in the jewelry universe. While there are books, videos, and content on the market, there is room for more to be shared, especially with all the changes that have occurred in metal clay in the last decade+. The changes, developments, and expansions in the metal clays available on the market (base metal clays as well as other variants of silver), has also broadened the appeal of metal clay. Those who were originally not interested (primarily traditional metalsmiths) are appreciating the staying power of the material and exploring the benefits the clay can offer to their work. And those new to the field are embracing metal clay as it allows the person to create metal designs without the need for expensive metalsmithing tools. Finished metal clay attracts the eye as you&’re able to create designs with intricate details, fine texture, and you can achieve a high-polish finish. As soon as people realize they too can create beautiful designs from clay, they are drawn in! There really is nothing like working with &“clay&” and having it be transformed to metal through the simple application of heat. Having been part of the metal clay community since the late 90s, seeing first-hand the joy people have working with the material, helping them overcome their trepidations, convincing those hesitant to give a try, pushing the boundaries of the materials available, and translating that into teachable programs is what I bring to the table. My passion drives me to continue learning and sharing so others can be empowered to create.
Growing Figs in Cold Climates: A Complete Guide
by Lee ReichDiscover how to grow fresh figs organically in cold climates—from Minnesota to Moscow—with the help of this informative guide.Growing Figs in Cold Climates is a complete, full-color, illustrated guide to organic methods for growing delicious figs in cold climates, well outside the traditional hot, arid home of this ancient fruiting tree. Coverage includes:Five methods for growing figs in cold climates including overwinteringCultivar selection for cool and cold climatesPruning techniques for a variety of methods of growing figs in cold climatesPest problems and solutionsHarvesting, including ways to speed ripening, identify ripe fruit, and manage an overabundanceSmall-scale commercial fig production in cold climatesFresh figs are juicy, full-bodied, and filled with a honey-sweet flavor, and because truly ripe figs are highly perishable, they are only available to those who grow their own.By choosing the right cultivars and techniques, figs can be grown across cool and cold growing zones of North America, Europe, and beyond, putting them within reach of almost every gardener. Easy and delicious—if you can grow a houseplant, you can grow a fig.Praise for Growing Figs in Cold Climates“Lee Reich is a master at growing food, especially fruits, and his extensive personal knowledge about figs comes through clearly in his writings. . . . Follow his advice for growing figs and you are guaranteed success.” —Robert Pavlis, author, Garden Myths, Building Natural Ponds, and Soil Science for Gardeners, owner, Aspen Grove Gardens“We have grown this delicious fruit on Maine’s chilly coast, but Lee shows us how to do it even better.” —Barbara Damrosch and Eliot Coleman, farmers, Four Season Farm, authors
Reclaiming Her Time: The Power of Maxine Waters
by R. Eric Thomas Helena Andrews-DyerNamed a Best Political Book of the Year by The AtlanticIn the tradition of Notorious RBG, a lively, beautifully designed, full-color illustrated celebration of the life, wisdom, wit, legacy, and fearless style of iconic American Congresswoman Maxine Waters.“Let me just say this: I’m a strong black woman, and I cannot be intimidated. I cannot be undermined. I cannot be thought to be afraid of Bill O’Reilly or anyone.”—Maxine Waters To millions nationwide, Congresswoman Maxine Waters is a hero of the resistance and an icon, serving eye rolls, withering looks, and sharp retorts to any who dare waste her time on nonsense. But behind the Auntie Maxine meme is a seasoned public servant and she’s not here to play. Throughout her forty years in public service and eighty years on earth, U.S. Representative for California’s 43rd district has been a role model, a crusader for justice, a game-changer, a trailblazer, and an advocate for the marginalized who has long defied her critics, including her most vocal detractor, Donald J. Trump. And she’s just getting started. From her anti-apartheid work and support of affirmative action to her passionate opposition to the Iraq War and calls to hold Trump to account, you can count on Auntie Maxine to speak truth to power and do it with grace and, sometimes, sass. As ranking member of the House Financial Services Committee and one of the most powerful black women in America, she is the strong, ethical voice the country has always needed, especially right now.Reclaiming Her Time pays tribute to all things Maxine Waters, from growing up in St. Louis “too skinny” and “too black,” to taking on Wall Street during the financial crisis and coming out on top in her legendary showdowns with Trump and his cronies. Featuring inspiring highlights from her personal life and political career, beloved memes, and testimonies from her many friends and fans, Reclaiming Her Time is a funny, warm, and admiring portrait of a champion who refuses to stay silent in the face of corruption and injustice; a powerful woman who is an inspiration to us all.
Church Street: The Sugar Hill of Jackson, Mississippi (American Heritage)
by Grace SweetThe 1930s and 1940s saw unprecedented prosperity for the African Americans of Jackson's Church Street. From the first black millionaire in the United States to defenders of civil rights, nearly all of Jackson's black professionals lived on Church Street. It was one of the most popular places to see and be seen, whether that meant spotting Louis Armstrong strolling out of the Crystal Palace Club or Martin Luther King Jr. organizing an NAACP meeting at his field office on nearby Farish Street. Join authors and veterans of Church Street Grace Sweet and Benjamin Bradley as they explore the astounding history and legacy of Church Street.
Flip & Fuse Quilts
by Marcia HarmeningCheat Your Way to Foolproof Appliqué Say goodbye to tedious hand stitching and scruffy raw-edge appliqué with the incredible Flip & Fuse method! Sew 12 complex-looking quilts with precision, sharp lines, and easy curves. Turned edge appliqué with Flip & Fuse will save you time and hassle. If you’ve appliquéd your last chicken, you’ll appreciate these bold, geometric designs as a sophisticated alternative to old-school silhouettes. Learn quilting tips, incorporate fussy-cut designs, and make projects in multiple sizes. Even if you’ve been unsuccessful with other appliqué methods, you’ll love how easy it is to Flip & Fuse! • Transform the way you appliqué with the revolutionary Flip & Fuse method • A simple and accurate method with easy-to-use patterns designed for speed and economy • Foolproof way to make complex-looking quilts with patterns in multiple sizes
Chicago, Baby!
by Feather FloresExploring Chicago has never been so fun! Embrace adventure with this memorable rhyming picture book, the perfect gift for residents and visitors alike!Hello, Chicago, and hooray!Adventure waits for us today!From the shores of North Avenue Beach to the iconic CLOUD GATE (the Bean), there's so much to do and see in the bustling city of Chicago! With stops at the Art Institute, Grant Park, Navy Pier, and more, this spirited tour of the Windy City is just right for little readers—and their parents!—who are eager to explore. Get ready for adventure—an unforgettable Chicago experience awaits!A REGIONAL CELEBRATION FOR RESIDENTS: Featuring some of Chicago's most popular foods, well-known destinations, and family-friendly attractions, this book makes a great gift for (or from!) any Chicagoan looking to pass on a love of their city to their little ones.MEMORIES FOR LITTLE TRAVELERS: With so much to see and do, travel can feel overwhelming for toddlers—but telling the story of a place you've been (or are planning to visit) can make the experience so much more fun and accessible!SWEET AND SATISFYING READ-ALOUD: Rhyming text and short, easy-to-understand sentences make this upbeat picture book an excellent candidate for story time, just right for rereading—and for reliving the adventures little explorers and their families have enjoyed together in the city!GO-TO GIFT FOR TODDLERS ON THE GO: This lighthearted introduction to the Windy City is a gift-giver's dream, offering a wonderful way to share meaningful adventures with the little readers they love.Perfect for:• Parents, grandparents, and caregivers of children who live in Chicago• Museum-goers and travelers to the Chicago area• Teachers and librarians who live in Chicago• Gift-givers looking for a fun and quirky regionally inspired present
Under the Radiant Hill: Life and the Land in the Remotest Highlands
by Robin NobleThe northern parish of Assynt boasts some of the most spectacular scenery in Britain. The mountains of Quinag and Suilven dominate a very varied landscape with wild, white hills inland and a complex, intricate moorland to the west. Here, rocky crags, boggy flows, innumerable lochs and burns, stretch to a coast of equal variety with long fjords, high cliffs and sandy beaches. Close to many of the crofting townships are dense areas of native woodland. In this book, Robin Noble, who has been intimately involved with this corner of the north-west Highlands of Scotland his whole life, celebrates its rugged beauty and shares many intimate encounters with the resident wildlife – including, golden eagles, otters, badgers and pine martens – which surrounded his cottage in its wooded glen under the ‘long mountain’ of Quinag. Assynt is also well known for its important role in the history of community land ownership, and Robin describes too his deep involvement with those who live there. He learned much from the old generation of shepherds and crofters whom he got to know in the 1960s, as well as from their children and incomers in later decades, and shared with them the challenges of living in a remote, fragile community.
Armor Up! Thermoplastics: Cosplay Props, Armor & Accessories (Ultimate Cosplay Enc Ser.)
by Christopher Tock Chad Van Wye Sammy Van WyeNext-level swords, shields, and more thermoplastic cosplay props! Working with plastics can be extremely intimidating, even to veteran cosplayers. Armor Up! Thermoplastics, the first volume in the Ultimate Cosplay Encyclopedia series, includes everything you need to know about working with plastics and synthetic materials. From basic to expert level tutorials, key professionals guide you to create the base piece and polish the finished product with techniques on modifying, color, heat form, and detail with modern materials. When warmed up, thermoplastics hardens to form a firm shell. Cosplay swords, shields, and more have a high-quality look and feel with the modern materials and pattern-making covered in the book. Key experts in cosplay and professional costuming offer their expertise to demystify working with thermoplastics and make them less intimidating! Safety first! Learn the technical information needed to safely and successfully work with modern materials Make your cosplay vision a reality with a wide range of materials and skills to produce props, armor, and accessories.
A Beginner’s Guide to Watercolour with Mixed Media: Inspirational Projects and Innovative Techniques
by Alison C. BoardAdding other mediums to your watercolour paintings is a fantastic way to take your work in new, more exciting directions. However, the vast array of painting mediums and materials on the market can be daunting, especially for the beginner. This book introduces the reader to the range of media that is available, explains briefly and clearly how to use the materials and provides six step-by-step projects and inspirational finished paintings to encourage you to take a definitive leap into the exciting world of mixed media art.Author Alison C Board covers a multitude of topics in her work, and this book features flowers, animal portraits, dancers in motion, cityscapes and landscapes. She explores how to combine wet and dry media, and how to create vibrant collages from man-made and natural found objects.There are no mistakes in mixed-media artwork, and Alison encourages the reader to be unafraid and embrace the experimental.
Show Me How to Paper Piece: Everything Beginners Need to Know; Includes Preprinted Designs on Foundation Paper
by Carol DoakMaster the patchwork sewing technique with tips and tricks from Quilter's Newsletter Magazine's “Favorite Paper-Piecing Teacher.”Learn the basics of paper-piecing with renowned teacher Carol Doak. Beginners can leap into quilting and create their first paper-pieced quilt with thorough instructions and guided visuals to help achieve a perfect, accurate block. Create your own wall quilt by sewing blocks that can be completed in three simple steps! Even first-time quilters can achieve accurate blocks with step-by-step instructions and guidance from expert quilter and bestselling author Carol Doak. Easy for all skill levels!
Wonderful One-Patch Quilts: 20 Projects from Triangles, Half-Hexagons, Diamonds & More
by Marci Baker Sara NephewA new angle on classic quilt designs What can you sew with a 60° ruler and a simple, repeated shape? The possibilities are endless! Favorite authors Sara Nephew and Marci Baker are back with 20 beautifully bold one-patch quilts made from triangles, half-hexagons, diamonds and more. With their eye-catching color placement and clever pieced units like half-triangles and quarter-hexagons, no two quilts look alike. For even more variety, pick your favorite method—working from scraps or strip piecing yardage—to create an array of quilts from wallhangings to full-size beauties. • Sew 20 one-patch quilts from triangles, half- and quarter-hexagons, diamonds, and other easy, repeated motifs • Two authors, two perfect methods! Try scrap piecing like Sara or strip cutting with Marci • Start with full-size templates and play with intriguing color placement for quick quilt tops that wow
Be Not Afraid of My Body: A Lyrical Memoir
by Darius StewartA poet&’s &“dazzlingly propulsive&” memoir of growing up Black and gay in Knoxville, Tennessee (Kaveh Akbar, New York Times–bestselling author of Martyr!). Darius Stewart spent his childhood in the Lonsdale projects of Knoxville, where he grew up navigating school, friendship, and his own family life in a context that often felt perilous. As we learn about his life in Tennessee—and eventually in Texas and Iowa, where he studies to become a poet—he details the obstacles to his most crucial desires: hiding his earliest attraction to boys in his neighborhood, predatory stalkers, doomed affairs, his struggles with alcohol addiction, and his eventual diagnosis with HIV. Through a mix of straightforward memoir, brilliantly surreal reveries, and moments of startling imagery and insight, Stewart&’s explorations of love, illness, chemical dependency, desire, family, joy, shame, loneliness, and beauty coalesce into a wrenching, musical whole. Be Not Afraid of My Body stands as a compelling testament to growing up Black and gay in America, and to the drive in all of us to collect the fragments of our own experience and transform them into a story that does justice to all the multitudes we contain. &“A memorable portrait of Black gay life, from poverty and adversity to accomplishment and poetry.&” —Kirkus Reviews &“A mammoth creation . . . Just unbelievably rich art right here.&” —Kiese Laymon, New York Times–bestselling author of Heavy
Expressive Abstracts in Acrylic: 55 Innovative Projects, Inspiration and Mixed-Media Techniques
by Anita HörskensDiscover the joys of painting abstracts in acrylics with experienced artist and tutor Anita Hörskens. In this visually exciting, inspirational book, Anita teaches you about the method of abstraction, and the paints, paper and other materials you need to create stunning paintings. Chapters cover the areas of texture, collage, composition, colour, line, shape and pattern, with 55 clear and accessible projects to put your skills and ideas into practice. There are techniques to try such as impasto, using glazes, bronze gilding, linear overlays and monochrome painting. This highly practical book will build confidence in your painting and allow you to express yourself through the visual language and style of abstract painting.
Magic and Mist (Clan Gunn)
by Raine CantrellLongevity, continuity, eternity. This is what Meredith of Cambria’s ring symbolized, but all she sees ahead of her is destruction. Last of her line and a trained druid, Meredith cannot afford to let her feelings get in the way of her mission. She must stop Owain ap Madog before he uses her powers for evil. If only her gift did not forbid her from killing. Now, the gentle face of Davey of Clan Gunn, the cherished youngest brother of his clan, whom she saved once from dire illness, is the only person her visions have shown her delivering the fatal blow that would end her sorrows. Davey has known Meredith for what feels like his entire life. Born with the power of sight similar to her own, he has seen her face countless times in his dreams. He knows her. He adores her. But with a nature so secret, he can’t trust her. On a journey fraught with danger, can Meredith resist falling for the man she knows she cannot have? Would Davey be willing to kill for the woman of his dreams?
Tumbler Quilts: Just One Shape, Endless Possibilities, Play with Color & Design
by Valerie PrideauxA comprehensive guide to tumbler quilts for all skill levels, featuring sixteen inspirational and educational projects.One block shape, endless ways to play with color & design!If you were drawn to quilting because you love color and fabric, then single-block quilts are a perfect way to jump right in! Tumbler blocks are easy to make and work wonderfully with pre-cuts and fabric scraps, resulting in endless design opportunities! Get started with simple tumbler block instructions before diving into sixteen projects, from modern to traditional. You'll learn how basic design concepts, such as color placement or altering values, brings life to a quilt. Discover how you can achieve more complex patterns by changing the shape of the tumbler along with more advanced techniques.Explore sixteen quilt projects ranging from traditional to modern, from bold patterns to art quilts With so many simple to complex design options, tumbler quilts are inviting for both beginners and more experienced quiltersEach quilt project is a learning opportunityValerie explains why and how each one works so you can use the concept for future projects