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All Hallows' Eve
by Gibbs M. SmithThis charmingly illustrated volume collects classic works of eerie and ghoulish poetry and prose from the 19th and early 20th centuries.All Hallows&’ Eve is the perfect gift for readers of all ages who revel in the spooky spirit of Halloween. These ghastly poems, sinister short stories, and curious black and white line illustrations throughout are sure to keep your bones chilled and your imagination ablaze. Included here are timeless works by Thomas Hardy, Hugh Mearnes, William Shakespeare, Edgar Allan Poe, and more.Read aloud by the fire, or read alone—if you dare.
Night Flight (Harvest Book, A)
by Antoine de Saint-ExupéryFasten your seatbelt to experience the spectacle and solitude of flying high in the Andes in this novel from the author of The Little Prince.No writer has equaled Saint-Exupéry in describing the perilous and poetic experience of flying, in submission to what he calls &“those damn elemental divinities—night, day, mountain, sea and storm.&” In this gripping, beautifully written novel inspired by his experience as a pilot in South America, he tells of the brave men who pilot night mail planes from Patagonia, Chile, and Paraguay to Argentina in the early days of commercial aviation. They are impelled to perform their routine acts of heroism by a steely chief named Rivière, whose extraordinary character is revealed through the dramatic events of a single night.Preface by André Gide. Translated by Stuart Gilbert.&“The book stands out by reason of the quality of its style, the beauty of the passages in which flight is described better than it ever has been before, but more especially because of the emotions of the men of heroic mold.&”—André Maurois, Saturday Review
A Bitch Called Hope
by Lily GardnerAn ex-cop-turned-private-investigator becomes too involved with her work when her new lover turns out to be a murder suspect. A &“bitch called hope&” is the poker term for drawing the queen-eight in Texas Hold&’em. There&’s not enough luck in the world to build a winning hand with those cards, but it&’s so tempting to try. As a smart poker player, Lennox Cooper knows this. But as a detective, Lennox has issues. A year ago, her affair with a married cop got her fired from the Portland Police. Now she&’s trying to build a new life as a private investigator, but all she&’s landed so far are surveillance gigs. The murder of a wealthy developer gives her a chance to reestablish herself as a homicide detective. During the course of the investigation she meets Mr. Right. Only problem, he&’s on the short list of suspects. Lennox bets on her lover&’s innocence, but the odds aren&’t much better than drawing a bitch called hope… &“A well-crafted mystery novel with a heroine you can root for, plenty of action and a satisfying ending.&”―Phillip Margolin, New York Times–bestselling author of Capitol Murder &“A noir with heart…Beware, it's hard to put down.&”―Cara Black, New York Times–bestselling author of the Aimee Leduc mysteries&“Gardner deftly balances the detailed intricacy of the police procedural with a richly nuanced tale of betrayed love, family conflict, and murder. Told with a crisp voice and sharp pacing, the story of private investigator Lennox Cooper packs a wallop from the opening scene.&”―Bill Cameron, author of the Spotted Owl Award–winning Country Line
Summit Kill
by Clark HowardOne man fights to foil a wild plot for worldwide destruction in this action-packed thriller from &“a superlative storyteller&” (Publishers Weekly).Herr Inman has a plan and the resources to pull it off.First there will be five assassinations of powerful world leaders—including the pope—then three atomic bombs aimed at major cities. In the resulting chaos, Inman will take over the world . . .Christian Alsen is a mercenary hired by Inman to put the scheme in motion. Instead, he sets out in search of a way to stop this madman . . .Summit Kill is a thrill-a-minute, high-stakes tale from an Edgar Award–winning and Barry, Anthony, and Shamus Award–nominated author
Lockout
by John J. NanceA passenger plane is electronically hijacked—and may be aimed at a target that could kill millions: &“A wild ride through the night sky.&” —Capt. &“Sully&” Sullenberger, #1 New York Times–bestselling author Over the Atlantic in the dark of night, the electronic brain of Pangia Airlines Flight 10 quietly and without warning disconnects all the cockpit controls and reverses course on its own. The crew of the huge Airbus 330 at first senses nothing, the flight displays still showing them on course to New York. But with puzzled passengers reporting stars on the wrong side and growing alarm over the sudden failure of all their radios—not to mention armed fighters pulling alongside to force them to land—the confused pilots discover that Flight 10 is streaking back toward the hyper-volatile Middle East, and there is nothing they can do about it. An alphabet soup of federal agencies struggle for answers. Messages fly between Washington and Tel Aviv as suspicions grow about a plot to spark a nuclear war. The presence of a hated former head of state in first class fuels fearful speculation. As time and fuel run low, flying at full throttle toward a hostile border, Capt. Jerry Tollefson and First Officer Dan Horneman have to put their personal animosities aside and risk everything to wrest control from the electronic ghost holding them—and perhaps the world—on a course to certain disaster. And in the war room in Tel Aviv, the interim Prime Minister of Israel grapples with a horrifying choice between three hundred airborne lives and the probability of millions more casualties . . . &“King of the modern-day aviation thriller.&” —Publishers Weekly
Lucky Stars
by Jane HellerA meddling mom follows her daughter to Hollywood in a novel by the New York Times-bestselling author: &“Wildly inventive…quite funny and always engaging.&” —People Stacey left Cleveland for the glamour of Hollywood, intent on becoming a star. Another bonus of heading west was putting some distance between herself and her smotheringly overprotective mom, Helen. Of course, it can&’t stop Helen from buzzing her cellphone every twenty minutes. Now her mother has trekked all the way to Tinseltown to be with Stacey—and moved in right down the street. But the twist of the knife really comes when Helen complains about finding a bone in her can of tuna, and winds up getting an apology from the company—and an offer to star in a high-profile commercial that not only leads to an unexpected acting career but lands her a mysterious dreamboat. Meanwhile, Stacey's own career is starting to tank and she's falling for a man she thought she hated. Her resentment of her mom is more than she can bear—but she may become the protective one when she learns something shady about Helen&’s new boyfriend… &“Spirited, effortless entertainment with a winning premise.&” —Publishers Weekly
The Rise and Fall of a 'Casino' Mobster: The Tony Spilotro Story Through a Hitman's Eyes
by Dennis N. Griffin Frank CullotttaThe true crime story behind the film Casino from the mob enforcer who lived it and the author of The Accidental Gangster. Tony Spilotro was the Mob&’s man in Las Vegas. A feared enforcer, the bosses knew Tony would do whatever it took to protect their interests. The &“Little Guy&” built a criminal empire that was the envy of mobsters across the country, and his childhood pal, Frank Cullotta helped him do it. But Tony&’s quest for power and lack of self-control with women cost the Mob its control of Vegas, and Tony paid for it with his life. From Dennis N. Griffin: &“I was a little nervous before my first meeting with former mobster Frank Cullotta. It turned out we had a pleasant conversation that ended with an agreement for me to write his book. As I drove home, I realized I had made a deal with a career thief and killer on a handshake. What was I thinking?&”&“Extraordinary insights.&”—Nick Pileggi, #1 New York Times–bestselling author and screenwriter of Casino
Stalin: New Biography of a Dictator (The\yale-hoover Series On Authoritarian Regimes Ser.)
by Oleg V. KhlevniukAn engrossing biography of the notorious Russian dictator by an author whose knowledge of Soviet-era archives far surpasses all others.Josef Stalin exercised supreme power in the Soviet Union from 1929 until his death in 1953. During that quarter-century, by Oleg Khlevniuk&’s estimate, he caused the imprisonment and execution of no fewer than a million Soviet citizens per year. Millions more were victims of famine directly resulting from Stalin&’s policies. What drove him toward such ruthlessness? This essential biography offers an unprecedented, fine-grained portrait of Stalin the man and dictator. Without mythologizing Stalin as either benevolent or an evil genius, Khlevniuk resolves numerous controversies about specific events in the dictator&’s life while assembling many hundreds of previously unknown letters, memos, reports, and diaries into a comprehensive, compelling narrative of a life that altered the course of world history. In brief, revealing prologues to each chapter, Khlevniuk takes his reader into Stalin&’s favorite dacha, where the innermost circle of Soviet leadership gathered as their vozhd lay dying. Chronological chapters then illuminate major themes: Stalin&’s childhood, his involvement in the Revolution and the early Bolshevik government under Lenin, his assumption of undivided power and mandate for industrialization and collectivization, the Terror, World War II, and the postwar period. At the book&’s conclusion, the author presents a cogent warning against nostalgia for the Stalinist era. &“This brilliant, authoritative, opinionated biography ranks as the best on Stalin in any language.&”—Martin McCauley East-West Review&“A historiographical and literary masterpiece.&”—Mark Edele, Australian Book Review&“A very digestible biography, yet one packed with revelations.&”—Paul E. Richardson, Russian Life Magazine
The Little Book of Living Small
by Laura FentonThe Little Book of Living Small offers practical, everyday advice for managing a tight footprint. It features twelve case study homes in which style-savvy, small-space dwellers (from singles to families of four) open their doors and share their design secrets. Stylistically these homes range from urban to rural, minimalist to bohemian, with the unifying thread that they are all real homes of 1,200 square feet or less and offer clever solutions for you to use in your own home. Highly engaging with lists, tips, and actionable advice, The Little Book of Living Small shows readers how to make the most of limited square footage—with grace and style—and serves as the cheerleader readers need to help themselves feel satisfied and proud of their choice to live with less.
Simon's Cat Off to the Vet: And Other Cat-astrophes
by Simon TofieldA hilarious take on every cat&’s worst nightmare. &“Guaranteed laugh out loud material . . . Simon&’s cat is certainly the Snoopy of the cat world.&”—Chicago Tribune In the last five years, Simon&’s Cat has become a global phenomenon. Star of thirty-nine films, which have been watched over 500 million times, and winner of a dozen major industry awards, Simon&’s Cat has captured the hearts of a worldwide audience. In this book we see Simon&’s Cat face any feline&’s most dreaded scenario—he&’s off to the vet. And he&’s not at all happy about it. Sharing its theme with the first-ever full-color Simon&’s Cat feature animation, funded by a record-breaking Indiegogo campaign and released alongside the book, Simon&’s Cat Off to the Vet . . . and Other Cat-astrophes is packed with over 240 pages of hilarious new gags and adventures featuring our favorite furry friend and his companions—both old and new. Says Tofield: &“Taking my naughty cat to the vet is one of the most requested film ideas from our fans. It was because of this that I started work on a new film and book based on the crazy situations that arise during these trips! A visit to the vet can be quite a stressful time in real life for both cats and their owners, however my goal is to bring out the comedy, and introduce a cast of extra characters for Simon&’s Cat to meet, as he gets his claws into his new surroundings!&” &“A sweet, humorous look at feline behavior from an author with a thorough understanding of this subject matter.&”—Examiner.com &“Will cheer the gloomiest day.&”—Kings River Life Magazine
Dark Visions
by James Byron HugginsAn electrifying thriller from the international bestselling author of The Reckoning, Cain, and Hunter. &“Huggins writes like a man possessed.&”—Steve Jackson, New York Times bestselling author Joe Mac was a legendary homicide detective until his vision was lost in the line of duty and he was forced into retirement. Now he lives a life of darkness, his only friend being a huge Raven that Joe Mac names &“Poe.&” But when Joe Mac&’s grandson is murdered by an unknown killer, Joe emerges from his self-imposed solitude to resurrect the skills of the detective he once was. And, although he is blind, Joe Mac begins to hunt down his tiny grandson&’s murderer. Led in some dark way by Poe, Joe Mac relentlessly tracks the murderers of his grandson into the deepest, most dangerous heart of ancient nightmares. And with each haunting step into that darkness, Joe Mac realizes that he has somehow challenged a power that has destroyed nations and conquered continents. And the death they have delivered to the Earth reaches back to the beginning of the world . . . It is a battle that will take Joe Mac to the edge of sanity and beyond . . . Praise for James Byron Huggins &“May be the thriller of the year.&”—BookPage on Cain &“Pure entertainment.&”—Publishers Weekly on Hunter &“A new action thriller about the ultimate killing machine run amok . . . There&’s plenty of guns, explosions, and hand-to-hand combat to keep the story moving along, and a bit of history, conspiracy, and intrigue to fill in the plot.&”—SF Site on Cain
Pizzazzerie: Entertain in Style
by Courtney Dial Whitmore Phronsie DialFrom the founder of the eponymous party-planning website, a guide to creating exceptional celebrations that will inspire any host. Tablescapes, tips, DIY party crafts, beautiful color photos, and more than 50 never-before-seen recipes, in an easy-to-follow format. Beginner hosts will find tons of tips and how-tos, as they&’re walked through practical steps to creating fabulous parties on a realistic budget. The seasoned host will discover unique details and new recipes to enhance their tablescapes all year long. Follow one party to a tee, or mix-and-match elements to create a unique affair all your own. Courtney Dial Whitmore provides instructions for more than a dozen occasions (from simple backyard gatherings to special celebrations), each complemented with full tablescape details; decor tips; and recipes for each party covering appetizers, desserts, and drinks. Ring in the new year with a glitzy New Year's Day Brunch; savor a bit of Parisian culture with a Crêpe Cake and Sparkling Raspberry Cocktails; enjoy Spinach Tea Sandwiches and Lavender Fizz Cocktails at a Jane Austen–inspired Book Club Gathering; celebrate your favorite guy with Bacon and Pecan S'mores and Sriracha and Bourbon Wings; and don your best black-and-white apparel to enjoy Red Velvet Brownie Truffle Cakes and White Chocolate Martinis at a Black and White Masquerade Party. These are just a few of the ideas you'll find in Pizzazzerie: Entertain in Style. &“Courtney covers every detail, and breaks them down to make entertaining easy. With so many creative ideas, you&’ll want to start celebrating half birthdays, too!&” —Kimberly Schlegel Whitman, editor-at-large, Southern Living &“Festive, bright, and cheerful…full of ideas and passionate about the details.&” —Tara Guerard, owner/creative director, Soiree
The Streak: Lou Gehrig, Cal Ripken Jr., and Baseball's Most Historic Record
by John Eisenberg&“A line-drive hit of a book&” about the Iron Horse and the Iron Man—two legends from two eras of baseball—and the nature of human endurance (The Wall Street Journal).When Cal Ripken Jr. began his career with the Baltimore Orioles at age twenty-one, he had no idea he would someday beat the historic record of playing 2,130 games in a row, a record set forty-two years before by the fabled &“Iron Horse&” of the New York Yankees, Lou Gehrig. Ripken went on to surpass that record by 502 games, and the baseball world was floored. Few feats in sports history have generated more acclaim. But the record spawns an array of questions. When did someone first think it was a good idea to play in so many games without taking a day off? Who owned the record before Gehrig? Whose streak—Gehrig&’s or Ripken&’s—was the more difficult achievement? Through probing research, meticulous analysis, and colorful parallel storytelling, The Streak delves into this impressive but controversial milestone, unraveling Gehrig&’s at-times unwitting pursuit of that goal (Babe Ruth used to think Gehrig crazy for wanting to play every game), and Ripken&’s fierce determination to stay in the lineup and continue to contribute whatever he could even as his skills diminished with age. So many factors contribute to the comparisons between the two men: the length of seasons, the number of teams in the major leagues, the inclusion of nonwhite players, travel, technology, medical advances, and even media are all part of the equation. This is a book that captures the deeply American appreciation—as seen in the sport itself—for a workaday mentality and that desire to be there for the game every time it called.&“It tackles the allure of human endurance and the pitfalls of fame, but it is mostly a baseball book for baseball fans. It succeeds as both a thorough accounting and a love note to the game.&”—The Washington Post
Yoga for Real People: A Year of Classes
by Jan BakerA gentle introduction to the joy of yoga—with more than 160 photos. For anyone intimidated by crowded classes, complicated books, headstands, or simply touching their toes, Yoga for Real People offers a year of classes that progress from beginning to intermediate to advanced levels of practice. A down-to-earth guide for yoga teachers and students alike, this book is illustrated throughout with more than 160 photographs correctly demonstrating 100 poses. Each lesson begins with a discussion of an important yogic concept, before presenting a posture to build flexibility and strength, followed by a meditation to inspire mental relaxation and spiritual growth. As students build a routine, they learn to first do the postures, then experience the postures, and finally, become the postures. The appendix includes a complete list of the postures along with a helpful summary of the benefits. Jan Baker&’s gentle and encouraging style teaches you how to listen to your body, how to stretch without strain, and, most of all, how to find joy in all things.
Monster Files: A Look Inside Government Secrets and Classified Documents on Bizarre Creatures and Extraordinary Animals
by Nick RedfernThe author of Three Men Seeking Monsters investigates what the government isn&’t telling us about strange creatures from Werewolves to psychic pets. Rumors have circulated for decades that government agencies across the world have been secretly collecting and studying data on bizarre beasts, amazing animals, and strange creatures. Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, sea serpents, psychic pets, the chupacabras, and the abominable snowman have all attracted official, classified interest. Now the full, fearsome facts are finally revealed in Nick Redfern&’s Monster Files. In these pages, you will discover all the amazing truths, conspiracies, and cover-ups behind the secret studies by the Pentagon, the Kremlin, and the British military, among many others. Despite what your parents might have told you when you were a child, monsters really do exist. And our governments know all about them.
Spiralize This!: 75 Fresh and Irresistable Recipes for Your Spiralizer
by Martha Rose Shulman&“Excellent . . . familiar salads, soups, pasta dishes, and more get an unexpected twist—and an extra oomph of vegetables thanks to the spiralizer!&”—Lukas Volger, author of Bowl The latest craze in healthy cooking is encouraging home cooks to put a spin on it! With a serving of spiralized zucchini noodles packing less than a quarter of the calories and carbs found in a serving of spaghetti, now pasta-lovers can enjoy their favorite dishes with a smile. And in Spiralize This! Martha Rose Shulman proves just how versatile spiralizers can be: from egg dishes to salads, pickles to gratins, tacos to desserts, this book includes recipes for meat-eaters and vegetarians, with approximately 30 percent vegan recipes. Martha draws on her expertise in vegetable-focused cooking and love of flavors from Mediterranean, Asian, and Latin cuisines to deliver 75 craveable recipes: warming soups and noodle bowls, like Phô with Turnip Noodles and Beets; hearty dishes like Brown Rice Bowls with Miso-Glazed Salmon; seasonal gems like Winter Squash Lasagna. The book features a beautiful full-color photo with every recipe and includes tips on how to use various spiralizers and how to store leftover vegetable noodles, ribbons, and rice. With the basics of spiralizing covered and the array of fresh, enticing dishes to try, this is the book that spiralizer fanatics have been waiting for. &“The fabulous Martha Rose Shulman gives you full permission to play with your food and use a spiralizer gadget to produce the most gorgeous meals ever eaten. Vegetables have never been so easy, beautiful, delicious, and inspiring to eat.&”—Marion Nestle, James Beard Award-winning author of What to Eat
Great Cookies: Wiley Selects (Betty Crocker Cooking)
by Betty CrockerDiscover the magic of home-baked cookies with Betty Crocker! There's nothing better than home-baked cookies hot out of the oven. Now Betty Crocker gives you cookie-baking tips and more than twenty terrific recipes to try at home—super-easy drop cookies, classic rolled and pressed cookies, holiday favorites and irresistible bars. All are guaranteed to put smiles on the faces of your family and friends. For more great ideas visit bettycrocker.com.
The Case of the Green-Eyed Sister (The Perry Mason Mysteries #4)
by Erle Stanley GardnerA tale of two sisters, family fortune, and murder: &“Millions of Americans never seem to tire of Gardner&’s thrillers&” (The New York Times). Beautiful Sylvia Bain Atwood is overseeing her ailing father&’s estate while her sister serves as his caregiver. But their father&’s fortune has shadowy roots—and now one of his creditors is blackmailing the family. When the situation escalates to murder, defense lawyer Perry Mason will have his hands full in this mystery in Edgar Award–winning author Erle Stanley Gardner&’s classic, long-running series, which has sold three hundred million copies and serves as the inspiration for the HBO show starring Matthew Rhys and Tatiana Maslany. DON&’T MISS THE NEW HBO ORIGINAL SERIES PERRY MASON, BASED ON CHARACTERS FROM ERLE STANLEY GARDNER&’S NOVELS, STARRING EMMY AWARD WINNER MATTHEW RHYS
The Last Trumpet (The Hugh Rennert Mysteries)
by Todd DowningIn this Mexico-set mystery with &“excellent atmosphere&” featuring a sheriff and an amateur sleuth, a bullfighter is dead—but was the killer man or beast (Kirkus Reviews)? In Matamoras, Mexico, the last trumpet has sounded in the bullring, but this time it&’s not the bull who&’s died. Carlos Campos has been fatally gored. But soon a shocking discovery is made: the apparent accident is actually a murder . . . To solve the case, former US Customs agent and Texas citrus farmer Hugh Rennert will team up with Sheriff Peter Bounty to identify a motive and a suspect. And there&’s no time to lose as the killer hasn&’t limited himself to a single victim . . . &“You won&’t go wrong in giving Todd Downing a try.&” —Michael Dirda, The Washington Post
The Crooked Lane
by Frances Noyes HartA sophisticated murder mystery set in high-society Washington, DC, in the years before World War II. Karl Sheridan has recently returned to Washington, DC, from Vienna, where he studied the art of detection at the renowned Criminalistic Institute. Now he is about to face his first real-life test. Attending a high-society dinner party, Karl meets an eclectic group of dazzling, clever men and women—among them the beautiful Tess Stuart, an old childhood friend. Later that evening, he receives a desperate call from Tess when she finds her sister dead. Fay Stuart appears to have committed suicide, but there may be more to the story than meets the eye. Could one or more of Karl&’s new friends have played a part in Fay&’s death? As he plumbs the Stuart sisters&’ past, Karl soon becomes embroiled in an investigation that will tempt him to abandon the cold logic and objectivity he learned to prioritize at the institute . . . &“A good story . . . Washington society, as seen by a young visitor from the Viennese secret service and police force, and his involvement in the solving of the mystery surrounding the death of an unscrupulous girl.&” —Kirkus Reviews
The Lady Speaks: Uncovering the Secrets of the Mona Lisa (The\lady Speaks Ser.)
by W.N. VarvelThis thoroughly original work of art history presents a provocative theory about Leonardo da Vinci, the Mona Lisa, and Theological Gender Equality. The famous Mona Lisa smile has mystified viewers and intrigued historians for centuries. Completed in 1515, Leonardo da Vinci&’s masterwork has hidden the lady&’s secret well. Now, after years of research and analysis, W. N. Varvel has decoded the hidden meanings of Mona Lisa. In The Lady Speaks, Varnel reveals the vital message her smile conveys: a secret too dangerous for the artist to acknowledge during his life but one which he hoped future generations would understand and embrace. The coming of the &“New Jerusalem&” depends on the world&’s recognizing what lies behind the Mona Lisa smile. Detailing how the artist wove a calculated fabric of clues, symbols, and images, Varvel establishes not only da Vinci&’s, but also Michelangelo&’s, belief in Theological Gender Equality. In a thrilling achievement of art history detective work, Varvel tracks clues, links previously unnoticed connections, recreates scenarios, identifies villains and heroes, and presents a persuasive case for what the lady must be thinking.
Praetorian: The Rise and Fall of Rome's Imperial Bodyguard
by Guy de la Bédoyère&“The dramatic story of the soldiers at the heart of the Roman empire . . . traces the history of the praetorians and the emperors they served.&”—Adrian Goldsworthy, author of Philip and Alexander: Kings and Conquerors Founded by Augustus around 27 B.C., the elite Praetorian Guard was tasked with the protection of the emperor and his family. As the centuries unfolded, however, Praetorian soldiers served not only as protectors and enforcers but also as powerful political players. Fiercely loyal to some emperors, they vied with others and ruthlessly toppled those who displeased them, including Caligula, Nero, Pertinax, and many more. Guy de la Bédoyère provides a compelling first full narrative history of the Praetorians, whose dangerous ambitions ceased only when Constantine permanently disbanded them. de la Bédoyère introduces Praetorians of all echelons, from prefects and messengers to artillery experts and executioners. He explores the delicate position of emperors for whom prestige and guile were the only defenses against bodyguards hungry for power. Folding fascinating details into a broad assessment of the Praetorian era, the author sheds new light on the wielding of power in the greatest of the ancient world&’s empires. &“Any future researcher into the subject will certainly begin here.&”—The Times (London) &“A lively and up-to-date history of the Praetorian Guard, the anti-coup divisions of the Roman emperors from Augustus to Constantine. De la Bédoyère tells their story with clarity and panache, and his book can be most warmly recommended both to aspiring tyrants and the ordinary armchair historian.&”—The Sunday Times &“Fast paced and engaging.&”—The Sunday Telegraph &“A definitive and highly readable account.&”—Tom Holland, author of Rubicon: The Last Years of the Roman Republic
Poulets & Légumes: My Favorite Chicken and Vegetable Recipes
by Jacques PépinFrom the world-renowned chef, a must-have collection of everyday and elegant chicken and vegetable recipes—illustrated with his own paintings. The legendary James Beard Award-winning cooking teacher whom GQ calls &“the most impactful living chef in America&” shares his favorite chicken and vegetable recipes from a half-century career spanning two continents. Some, like Poulet à la Crème and Baker&’s Wife Potatoes, recall the country French dishes of his childhood, while Chicken with Cognac Sauce and Velvet Spinach come from his days in fine French restaurants. Most, though, are born in his contemporary Connecticut kitchen. All have that trademark Pépin touch: made with just a few steps but sublime enough for company, from Roast Split Chicken with Mustard Crust to Caramelized Tomatoes Provençal. Charmingly illustrated with Pépin&’s paintings, this little compendium is perfect for revitalizing every cook&’s repertoire.
101 More Things To Do With Bacon (101 Things To Do With)
by Eliza CrossWith 101 more reasons to make bacon your star performer, you’ll have everything covered from appetizers, soups, salads, desserts, and sweets. Friends and family will squeal with delight when you serve up a plate of Bacon Pecan Sticky Buns, Bacon Potato Bombs, Grilled Bacon Peanut Butter Sandwiches, and Bacon Caramel Cookie Brittle.
Better Off Dead: A Sordid True Story of Sex, Sin and Murder
by Michael FleemanThe true story of the love triangle murder of Robert Limon—from the New York Times bestselling author of Missing . . . and Presumed Dead.In Better off Dead, Michael Fleeman strips away the pleasant veneer of the Silver Lakes neighborhood in California&’s high desert to tell a shocking story about a headline-grabbing crime. A conversation with handsome young firefighter Jonathan Hearn leads Sabrina Limon, a vivacious blond mother of two, into a steamy affair that has them hooking up once and twice a week at her home, his home, and out in hidden spots in the vast Mojave. To the outside world, Sabrina and her husband Robert, a hard-working railroad mechanic, seemed matched by their love of family, friends and good times.But the partying had gotten out of control for Sabrina. There was boozing and wife-swapping and group sex. Once a turn-on, it now left Sabrina feeling debased, dehumanized, spiritually adrift. Robert won&’t talk about it, consumed by his work, boat, truck and porn. Until one hot August night, Robert is found dead of two gunshots in a pool of blood. False leads send police into dead ends until a tip arrives from a most unexpected place. For Sabrina, it&’s a stunning betrayal that hurtles the case back to a perfect little place in the desert. With informants, undercover cops and wiretaps, investigators discover a romance fueled by lies and dangerous fantasies—ultimately leading to a devious murder plot . . .