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Where Poppies Grow: Quilts and Projects Honoring Those Who Served in World War I
by Denniele Bohannon Janice BritzQuilts and projects rooted in history and honoring heroes.Denniele Bohannon’s great-grandfather Almo O’Kell served as a medic in World War I and was one of the many soldiers who never came home. Together with Janice Britz, she created the Kansas City Star’s block-of-the-month quilt, Remembering Almo, to honor those who served their country at the centennial of the Great War.Two color variations and setting options are given for the main quilt. Three more striking quilts, two variations of a table runner and a poppy pin and pincushion round out the projects. Also included is information about Almo’s life, with photos and brief excerpts from his letters.
Armor Attacks: An Interactive Exercise in Small-unit Tactics and Leadership
by John F. Antal“Extremely clever . . . part tactical decision game (TDG), part combat adventure page turner, and part The Defense of Duffer’s Drift.” —Capt. Randall P. Newman, USMCIn this unique, interactive story, you are the leader of a U.S. Army M1 Abrams tank platoon. Throughout the text, you’ll have an opportunity to make life-or-death decisions, and the events that unfold will be dictated by the choices you make. As you progress through the book, you’ll learn important tactical and operational lessons. Whether or not you are—or want to be—a tank platoon leader, you’ll find this book both highly entertaining and instructive.There are two operations to survive—an assault and a counter-reconnaissance mission. In each you must bring your knowledge and judgment to bear on the scenario in order to achieve the objective. If you choose wrong, defeat and even death may be your fate. If you succeed, you can savor the taste of victory and live to fight another day. The scenarios are highly realistic, and there are maps and appendices with detailed specifications of the hardware involved to help you make informed decisions.Written before Operation Desert Storm and published in 1991, Armor Attacks may feature military technology that’s dated by today’s standards—but the need for human leadership and effective, rapid decision-making has not changed. Armor Attacks was recognized as an invaluable teaching tool by United States Military Academy, West Point and was used to teach cadets the essential skills of leadership, decision-making, and tactics—a decade of USMA leaders trained with this book. To supplement the original text, this new edition includes the West Point instructor reference guide, which explains and amplifies the teaching points of each scenario encountered.
Haven (The Breadwinner Trilogy #2)
by Stevie KopasThe post-apocalypse zombie trilogy continues with a thriller that’s “rich with character and eerie with the kind of scares that get under your skin” (Jay Bonansinga, New York Times–bestselling author).Having barely escaped the clutches of the undead, the survivors of The Breadwinner are headed into the unknown to continue their search for solace in the post-apocalyptic landscape. Once a paradise for the living, the city of Haven is now crawling with flesh hungry creatures—yet it could be their only hope.Veronica, Samson, and the others take a chance on the promises of Gary, a solitary survivor who may be hiding sinister motives behind his hospitality. Meanwhile, two ordinary women are faced with extraordinary horrors and obstacles as they struggle to make it to safety. If they don’t succeed, they’ll each become just another undead face in the hordes roaming the streets of Haven.When tragedy strikes, worlds collide, and the survivors must band together against their common enemy. But remember, who you were does not determine what you will become in the face of a catastrophe. The dead may no longer be their greatest threat.Welcome home. Haven is hell.“The underlying theme that living humans are by far the most dangerous creatures in the animal kingdom resonates throughout the entire novel, culminating itself in an explosive ending that will undoubtedly leave Breadwinner fans eager for the final book in the trilogy, All Good Things.” —Kurt Schuett, author of Insurgency “In a world filled with zombie fiction, The Breadwinner Trilogy stands out from the pack, hungrily gnashing its broken teeth. For once, I urge you to let it dig right in.” —Jim Dodge, Mass Movement Magazine
Adventures in Fabric: La Todera Style
by Julie M. CreusLearn creative new techniques for 3-D fabric creations with this guide featuring 20 fun and colorful projects from the designer behind La Todera.This festive collection from designer Julie Creus brings together bright fabrics, ingenious construction methods, and a large dash of whimsy to make 3-D effects like you've never seen before in fabric. Create usable art with new techniques for fabric folding, fusing, weaving, and thread wrapping. Julie Creus shares step-by-step instructions for 20 truly unique projects—including brooches, pillows, table decor, sewing accessories, holiday decorations, children's softies, and more. These scrap-friendly projects are usable, beautiful, and fun to make. Julie's inventive methods make the sewing easy, whether you are a beginning or expert sewist.
Wicked Enchantment: Selected Poems
by Wanda ColemanA voice for justice, anti-racism, and equality—here is the greatest and most powerful work of the people’s poet, Wanda Coleman.One of the most talked about literary collections of the year is this collection by a beat-up, broke, and Black woman who wrote with anger, humor, and clarity about her life on the margins. Wicked Enchantment: Selected Poems is a selection of 130 of Coleman’s poems spanning four decades, edited and introduced by Terrance Hayes. Although Coleman was rejected by the literary elites during her lifetime, here’s what people are saying now about Wicked Enchantment:“Wanda Coleman is not just wickedly wise, she is transcendent.” —The Washington Post“These poems are wildly fun and inventive . . . and frequently hilarious; they seem to cover every human experience and emotion.” —The New York Times“Wanda Coleman’s work has that ineffable quality that accompanies poetry you understand in your belly and your head. . . . It is an unmistakable style that propels a Coleman poem, and draws us into it.” —Reginald Dwayne Betts“Wicked Enchantment has words to crack you open and heal you where it counts—hateful and hilarious, heartbroke and hellbent.” —Mary Karr, New York Times bestselling author“One of the greatest poets ever to come out of L.A.” —The New Yorker“One of the most exciting, original, deliciously dangerous voices of the 20th century.” —The Irish Times“Required Reading” —Bustle“Best Poetry of 2020” The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Irish TimesWinner California Independent Booksellers Alliance’s 2020 Golden Poppy Award for Poetry
Invader Moon: Who Brought Us the Moon and Why?
by Rob ShelskyA UFO investigator presents a provocative theory about how the moon got here, who brought it here, and why—with fascinating historical evidence!Was the moon always in our skies? UFO investigator Rob Shelsky doesn’t think so. In Invader Moon he reveals the secret history of a time before the moon, its dramatic arrival, and its momentous impact on Earth’s civilizations.Shelsky contends that there were two distinct civilizations on our planet—ours, and one before ours. He goes on to suggest that the earlier civilization did not originate on Earth. When it arrived here, it brought the moon along with it. Offering more than mere conjecture, Shelsky supports his theory with physical and archeological evidence, historical records, and oral histories from around the world.
School Crisis Intervention: An Essential Guide for Practitioners (The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series)
by Sara Ferguson Scott PolandProviding vital tools to enhance preparedness in any school setting (K–12), this book is grounded in state-of-the-art research and real-world experience. Foremost authority Scott Poland and frontline clinician Sara Ferguson address all aspects of team-based crisis intervention and postvention. With a key focus on prevention, the book describes ways to identify risk factors and enhance students' mental health, connectedness, and resilience. Best practices are outlined for responding effectively to specific crises, including unexpected deaths in the school community, youth suicide, school violence, and natural disasters. In a convenient large-size format, the book includes firsthand perspectives from other experts in the field, hands-on strategies to support daily practice, and 23 reproducible forms that can be downloaded and printed. This book is in The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series, edited by Sandra M. Chafouleas.
Print & Stamp Lab: 52 Ideas for Handmade, Upcycled Print Tools
by Traci Bunkers"Tells readers how to turn everyday materials and objects into custom stamps and printmaking tools . . . The graphics are colorful and inspiring." —Barbara Delaney, Cloth Paper ScissorsArtist and popular workshop instructor Traci Bunkers can turn just about anything into an interesting stamp, printing block, or tool. In this book, she shows readers how to see overlooked, everyday objects in a new way, and how to "MacGyver" them like she does. You'll learn to create fifty-two easy-to-use print blocks and stamp tools, all from inexpensive, ordinary, and unexpected materials—string, spools, bandages, flip flops, ear plugs, rubber bands, school erasers, and a slew of other repurposed and upcycled items. The book also shows how to use those simple tools to make gorgeous multi-layered prints and patterns that can be used to enhance journal covers, stationery, fabrics, accessories, and more.
The Flavor of Wood: In Search of the Wild Taste of Trees from Smoke and Sap to Root and Bark
by Artur Cisar-Erlach“Part travelogue and part culinary adventure . . . a quirky, entertaining ramble through the many ways wood lends its flavor to food” (Bob Holmes, author of Flavor).Most people don’t expect wood to flavor their food beyond the barbecue, and gastronomists rarely discuss the significance of wood in the realm of taste. But trees have a far greater influence over our plate and palate than you might think. Over the centuries, it has been used in cooking, distilling, fermenting, and even perfume creation to produce a unique flavor and smell.In The Flavor of Wood, food communications expert Artur Cisar-Erlach embarks on a global journey to understand how trees infuse the world’s most delectable dishes through their smoke, sap, roots, and bark. His exploration covers everything from wooden barrels used to age scotch in Austria to the wood-burning pizza ovens of Naples to Canadian maple syrup producers—as well as cheese, tea, wine, blue yogurt, and more. Brimming with fascinating characters, unexpected turns, beautiful landscapes, scientific discoveries, and historic connections, The Flavor of Wood is the story of a passionate flavor hunter, and offers readers unparalleled access to some of the world’s highest quality cuisine and unknown tree flavors.
Vegetarian 101: Master Vegetarian Cooking with 101 Great Recipes (101 Recipes)
by Peitin Davis101 tasty vegetarian recipes and everything you need to know to deliver the best results, whether you’re a beginner or a more experienced chef.The 101 series expands with an all-new, everything-you-need-to-know guide to making vegetarian meals. This cookbook features 101 delicious, diverse, and accessible recipes, all of which have been thoroughly kitchen tested. Vegetarian 101 also features a simple, contemporary-looking design that’s as practical as it is elegant, with measures calculated using both traditional and metric quantities. And scattered throughout are beautiful full-color photographs that enhance the book’s utility and visual appeal.Vegetarian 101 starts off with a detailed introduction that covers the basics of the book’s topic and provides plenty of helpful how-tos, insider tips, and keys to best results. The idea is to provide everything a reader needs to know in order to make these recipes successfully. The 101 recipes included feature a breadth of different dishes drawn from a wide range of culinary traditions, all of them featuring clear, straightforward directions, and all of them delicious. The 101 series is perfect both for beginners and more experienced cooks looking to broaden their kitchen horizons.
Cocktails: The New Classics
by Frédéric Le BordaysThe celebrated Parisian bartender serves up rediscovered classics, plus historical information and techniques for creating them at home.With more than sixty recipes that combine tradition and modernity, this book revisits the history of cocktails, from speakeasies to modern lounges, and the famous bartenders behind them. Organized into three sections—shaken cocktails, stirred cocktails, and punches—the recipes include garnish ideas, variations, and colorful notes about each drink’s creation.Shaken Cocktails Shake these delicious concoctions into a new realm of delicious. Try your hand at worldwide favorites like a Black and Tan, Champs-Élysées Cocktail, Corpse Reviver (No.1 and No.2), Hemingway Special, Espresso Martini, Ramos Gin Fizz or Pisco Sour to name a few.Stirred Cocktails: From simple to elegant and classic to modern, these cocktails only need a light touch. Enjoy everything from a Dry Martini and a Manhattan, to a Hanky Panky and a Green Point, to a Moscow Mule and an Old-Fashioned. Punches: Get the most bang for your buck with these flavor-packed punches that are great for sharing. Creative mixtures like a Philadelphia Fish House Punch and The Green Beast to the seasonally themed Russian Spring Punch and Voiron Summer Punch, will have your guests clamoring for another pitcher.
A Grand Success!: The Aardman Journey, One Frame at a Time
by David Sproxton Peter LordThe creators of Chicken Run and the Wallace & Gromit series share the inside story of their Oscar award-winning animation company.Aardman Animations was founded in 1972 by Peter Lord and David Sproxton. Joined by animator Nick Park in 1985, Aardman pioneered a quirky, lovable style of stop-motion animation and brought to life a string of unforgettable movies and television shows, including the highest-grossing stop-animated film of all time, Chicken Run.With A Grand Success!, Lord, Sproxton, and Park tell the 45-year history of Aardman. From their first short films, made on a lark on their kitchen table, to advertisements and music videos, A Grand Success! recounts the adventures and challenges of developing their own unique style, growing their business, working with famous actors, and conquering Hollywood, all while animating at 24 painstaking moves per second.
Obstetricks: Mayo Clinic Tips and Tricks for Pregnancy, Birth and More
by Julie A. Lamppa Kerry SchwalbachLearn how to have an empowered, more joyful birth with this concise guide from Mayo Clinic, named the #1 hospital in the world by Newsweek. Giving birth can be — and should be — an exciting, positive experience. While every labor and delivery has unique challenges, you can help to make it the best possible experience through a combination of comfort techniques, education and an understanding of options. This concise guide to pregnancy and childbirth brings you the expertise of a certified nurse-midwife at Mayo Clinic and a certified doula. It&’s packed with information based on the most current evidence, yet rooted in long-trusted natural methods of caring for laboring women. With a unique spiral-bound flipbook format, the book&’s 100+ bite-sized topics can be perused one page at a time while lying in bed, eating breakfast or riding a stationary bike. The front pages offer the most important information for setting up a satisfying childbirth experience, while the back pages add more empowering details, tricks and medical information. Inside you&’ll find tips for: • Creating healthy habits during pregnancy • Recognizing what&’s normal as baby grows • Planning and preparing for the birth — mentally and practically • Managing labor pain, including natural techniques and medical options • Providing crucial support as a labor partner • Keeping focused on the ultimate goal: a healthy mom and baby You&’ll also get the messy truth of what to expect postpartum, advice for enjoying the early days with a newborn and more. Obstetricks equips parents with confidence and an expert toolkit as they prepare for the main event — welcoming baby to the world.
Tweet This!: Twitter for Business (Tweet This! Ser.)
by Jessica Miller-Merrell“Jam-packed with creative yet simple strategies for small businesses and consultants to leverage Twitter to grow and market their business.” —Craig Grotts, CFO, Nelson Auto GroupGuaranteed to help you manage your Twitter for business account in thirty minutes a day or less!Build relationships and grow your business by using Twitter, the world’s fastest growing social media networking platform with an audience of more than twenty-seven million users from all across the country.Tweet This!: Twitter for Business offers basic instruction as well as advanced networking and marketing strategies for consultants, entrepreneurs, and small business owners.Start tweeting in minutes with:Customizable marketing plansForty-plus business case studies and real-world examplesAn easy-to-use glossary and indexAdvice on legal considerations, implications, and Twitter guidelinesAchieve “Twittertopia” with Tweet This!“Provides much needed clarity for small businesses looking to take their first steps into social media. Jessica’s book is the guide every small business and nonprofit that’s new to social media should read.” —Chris Wilson, digital brand strategist and author of The Fresh Peel blog“Jessica is a walking, talking, and tweeting example of how powerful social media for business and Twitter can be. Her book provides its readers with a ton of ways to leverage Twitter while providing simple and practical advice to join the conversation.” —Jack Chapman, career coach and author of Negotiating Your Salary
Dead Earth: The Vengeance Road (The Dead Earth Series #2)
by Mark Justice David T. WilbanksAs alien invaders amass a conquering army of zombies, a small band of rebels plans their resistance and revenge in this apocalyptic sci-fi series.The former Deputy Sheriff of Serenity, New Mexico, Jubal Slate lost his home and everyone he loved to the ever-growing zombie horde. But the zombies themselves are not the true enemy. It’s the invaders from another planet who are using demonic technology to raise an unholy army of the living dead. For Slate, the only thing left in life is payback. Together with a motley band of renegades, he’s making the treacherous journey to find the root of the global disaster. No matter how far he must go or how many undead warriors he must slaughter, they will stop at nothing to end the reign of the aliens.
The Secret of Peillon (The\secret Of Peillon Ser.)
by Michael ConlyNazi treasure draws a pair of cunning twins and the descendants of a rogue German general to a small French town in this adventure caper with a dark twist.Peillon is a small town in southern France bordering the Mediterranean, the secret of its treasure hidden away deep inside its caves by the sea. It is up to the grandchildren of the general and each of the twins to uncover this secret. Though they grow up on different continents without any knowledge of each other, their destinies are undeniably intertwined, and fate brings them together to search for the lost Nazi gold. The further they delve into the past however, the more skeletons they dig up. Will the untold wealth of gold they find outweigh the burdens of the past? Will they be content with the truth once they find out they’re all connected by something that’s more than just fate?
Reign of Four II: Ii (Reign of Four #2)
by Jake BibleAs a conqueror’s son takes command, peace is far from certain in this space opera series “hearkeining back to Martin’s Game of Thrones” (Richark A. Knaak, New York Times Bestselling Author of the World of Warcraft series).Alexis Teirmont was a visionary and merciless leader who unified the people struggled to survive on one of six artificial planetoids known as the Stations. But now his son, Alexis the Second, must reign as Master of Station Aleon. And Alexis is not his father.An unapologetic hedonist from the wild lands of the Prime, Alexis revels in the finer pleasures of life. Once, such a temperament would be a sign of nobility. But for a Master of Station, it is near suicide. Now Alexis must convince the passengers of Station Aelon that he is fit to rule. With the fate of their precarious civilization in his hands, failing to convince could be deadly.
Indian for Everyone: The Home Cook's Guide to Traditional Favorites
by Anupy SinglaThe bestselling author of The Indian Slow Cooker and Vegan Indian Cooking serves up a stunning and comprehensive cookbook that “may be her best yet” (Publishers Weekly, starred review).Anupy Singla is America’s favorite authority on Indian home cooking, and her expertise with delicious, healthful recipes has endeared her to fans the world over. This new book opens up the true simplicity and flavor of Indian food for anyone, regardless of dietary restrictions, expertise, or familiarity.Singla has chosen the cuisine’s most popular dishes and, unlike other Indian cookbooks, embedded different preparation styles and ingredients into every recipe. Included are quick-and-easy adaptations for making a meal vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free, as well as alternatives for the slow cooker. Beginners appreciate the book’s step-by-step instructions, while veterans find it useful as a reference point for their favorite dishes, including little-known instructions and standard cook times. The book also caters to healthy eaters and folks with allergies and dietary preferences.With deeply personal, detailed stories behind these recipes, readers see how traditional Indian cooking helped connect Singla and her daughters to their cultural heritage. More than the next great Indian cookbook, this is the next great American cookbook—sure to become a staple of every family’s collection.“Indian for Everyone has recipes for native Indians, non-Indians, vegetarians, vegans, and meat-lovers; it offers dishes from restaurant menus and simpler ones prepared at home.” —The Boston Globe“Only have room for one go-to book for Indian home cooking on your shelf? This is it.” —Booklist, Top Ten Food Books of 2015
Savage Lands: A Novel
by Clare ClarkThe author of In the Full Light of the Sun “treats the founding of French Louisiana with her signature dark realism and beautiful handling of character” (Library Journal).Praised by Hilary Mantel, Amanda Foreman, and the New York Times Book Review for her “verve and intelligence . . . [and] the originality of her imagination,” Clare Clark has become a rising star in historical fiction. Elisabeth is among twenty-three girls who set sail from France for the new colony of Louisiana to be married to strangers. Although she has little hope for happiness in her new life, she finds herself passionately in love with her new husband, Jean-Claude, a charismatic and ruthlessly ambitious soldier. But betrayal is as much a part of the new world as the old, and when Elisabeth finds herself deceived by her husband she also finds herself bound to a poor cabin boy in a way she never anticipated. Clark creates a world that is both incredibly real and incredibly dazzling. And with the same compelling prose and vividly realized characters that won her widespread acclaim for The Great Stink and The Nature of Monsters, she takes us deep into the heart of colonial French Louisiana.“It is well told and well paced, with an easy narrative flow. The story offers strong personalities and a complicated, interesting plot, stretching over a couple of decades, set in an unfamiliar, truly exotic place and era.” —The Guardian“Clark’s vast store of historical and geographical detail enriches the portraits of her three vibrant characters, whose destinies are inextricably, and memorably, bound.” —Booklist
Delusions of the Dead (The Necrophobe Series #2)
by T.C. ArmstrongFirst came segregation. Then separation. Then extermination . . . The taut, terrifying followup to Notes from a Necrophobe.Swarm intelligence, observed in ant colonies and beehives, was found in its most dangerous form at the microbial level–and it was this collective intelligence that brought on the apocalypse.Only ten people made it out of the Mclean High School Refugee Center alive. They enjoy their celebrity status–until they discover they’ve been infected with the same parasites that reanimate the dead. Soon they find themselves on the run, hunted by the very institution that saved them from the apocalypse. Now, as they continue to fight external forces, they’re struggling against the commands from the parasites in their brains: Scratch. Bite. Kill. Repeat . . .
Cloth Doll Workshop: From the Beginning and Beyond with Doll Masters
by Barbara Willis elinor peace bailey Patti Medaris CuleaThree leading dolls artists share doll-making techniques, as well as step-by-step instructions to creating beautiful dolls of your own. Patti Culea, elinor peace bailey, and Barbara Willis are three of the leading doll artists and teachers in the country. They are also friends. Each of these artists has her own distinct approach to the design and development of a cloth figure. In this book, each artist&’s process will come alive through their choice of fabrics, sketches, simple patterns, and skill-building variations. The book is oriented toward beginning doll makers but offers unique variations and embellishments to please even more experienced doll designers. Two introductory chapters cover basic materials and techniques. Each artist&’s chapter includes step-by-step illustrations, instructions, and patterns to make a complete doll, plus variations that create completely new figures. Readers are treated to full color photography and a look inside of each artist&’s workspace. A gallery of additional creations by each artist, along with commentary on each work completes the collection. This is a must-have book for any aspiring or experienced doll making.
Cupcakes: Luscious Bakeshop Favorites from Your Home Kitchen
by Shelly KaldunskiFrom the former Martha Stewart Living food editor: “A must-read for novices and experts alike . . . really gets the creative juices flowing” (Gastronomy).Cupcakes are everyone’s favorite little indulgences. They’re loved by kids and adults alike because they’re playfully sweet as well as utterly charming. These days, cupcakes can be found in bakeries everywhere, but with just a little know-how, you can easily bake your own tempting boutique-bakery cupcakes at home and decorate them with flair.Cupcakes contains recipes for every palate: Here you’ll find classic Yellow Cupcakes with Chocolate Buttercream for the traditionalist, Triple Chocolate Cupcakes for the chocaholic, PB & J Cupcakes for the kids, Salted Caramel Cupcakes for the epicurean, as well as seasonal holiday cupcakes, and dozens more. Whether you are a novice or experienced baker, inside these pages you’ll find friendly advice about ingredients and equipment, cupcake-making and baking tips, and a collection of ideas for decorating your cupcakes with either elegant minimalism or grand flourishes.With this book as your guide, cupcakes have never tasted—or looked—so good!
Diary of a Yuppie (Panorama De Narrativ Ser.)
by Louis AuchinclossIn this novel by the author of Honorable Men, a hot-shot corporate lawyer will sacrifice anything for success in 1980s Manhattan.Bob Service is a thirty-two-year-old crack lawyer with blood as cold and clear as a five-dollar martini. His god is power, and his morals are ever tempered by expediency. His goals far exceed an imminent partnership in a big New York law firm.Bob’s “perfect” marriage to Alice, a graceful and intelligent literary agent, is no match for the ardor of his corporate drive. And it certainly pales beside his explosive affair with Sylvia, whose naked ambition matches his own and whose social connections provide the ultimate bridge to the pinnacles of success.How Bob marches toward his fate while trampling on his associates and crippling his marriage forms the plot of this fast-paced novel about 1980s mores and life on the fast track of the big law firms. Office intrigue and duels for power rival anything that Machiavelli could have conjured up. And it all has an unnervingly authentic ring...Praise for Diary of a Yuppie“Absorbing and fun . . . It is refreshing to find characters who are willing to discuss the spiritual dimensions of their business decisions, the ethics of their trade.” —New York Times“Because greed and glory aren’t exclusive to Wall St.—Auchincloss turf—this most moral of fictions deserves a wide audience.” —Kirkus Reviews“This brief contemporary novel explores the ethics of loyalty in business, love, and friendship. Auchincloss, a prolific novelist of manners, is also a Wall Street attorney, and his shallow, ambitious characters ring true . . . [A] subtle, memorable book.” —Library Journal
We Love to Craft Christmas: Fun Stuff for Kids—17 Handmade Fabric & Paper Projects
by Annabel WrigleyMake this Christmas extra special with the homemade decorations and one-of-a-kind gifts featured in this kid-friendly crafting guide.It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas—and that means it’s time to get crafty. This book will teach you how to make 17 of the cutest things you’ve ever seen. Decorate your home with fun and festive handmade Christmas stockings, wreaths, ornaments, advent calendars and more. Plus, give your family and besties something they can't find at the mall. All you need is paper or fabric!
The Unexpected Guest: How a Homeless Man from the Streets of L.A. Redefined Our Home
by Michael KonikA heartwarming memoir of a couple who takes in a homeless man and the life-altering effect the experience has on all three of them. For years, &“Fisher King Mike&” wandered L.A., preaching to his people. On occasion he&’d share an open mic night with Michael Konik, who offered a curious and sympathetic ear, particularly when the Fisher King lamented his separation from his wife (who he claimed was Selena Gomez). As the pair began to trust one another, confusion and distance gave way to something that astounded them both.The Unexpected Guest gives love profound new dimensions with its story of family, friendship, and the meaning of home. Konik offered food and a pair of pants when his new friend came by, and wondered how much he owed the troubled Fisher King―a question all of America faces with the nation&’s ongoing homelessness crisis. When Konik and his wife gave Fisher King Mike a place in their home, handy as he turned out to be with household projects, they witnessed a guest become a caretaker. Gone was the man who gave sermons about his supposed estate next door to Kanye West. Gone was the man drifting through life. What each never saw coming was their own transformation and the lessons they&’d learn about what it means not only to be good people, but simply to be human.Praise for The Unexpected Guest &“Heartwarming, compassionate, and well-crafted, The Unexpected Guest gives voice to those rarely heard, compels you to look closer when you want to look away, and reveals the joy of caring for others.&” ―Pete Earley, New York Times–bestselling author of Crazy: A Father&’s Search Through America&’s Mental Health Madness, 2007 Finalist for the Pulitzer Prize &“What a pleasure to read a book that is quick in pace, absent of cynicism, and packed with conversations and stories we desperately need. The Unexpected Guest exceeded my already high expectations. Michael Konik does something that few journalists, let alone politicians even attempt to do. He humanizes the people who are without shelter. I won&’t be soon forgetting &“Fisher King Mike.&”&“―Dave Zirin, The Nation &“A deft meditation on the ordinary magic that happens when you open your heart and home, one small step at a time. Poignant, timely, compulsively readable. Konik&’s story of family lingers long after the last page.&” ―Jack McCallum, New York Times–bestselling author of Dream Team &“Honest and entertaining, this book forces readers to confront the systems of inequality in which we are all implicated.&” ―Kirkus Reviews